Following England's turgid 1-0 Euro 2012 qualifier victory over Wales at Wembley, news broke of an incident that had taken place outside the away turnstiles before kick-off... more
Manchester United defender looks set to win the battle with Micah Richards and Phil Jagielka to fill the right-back role for the Euro 2012 qualifier against Bulgaria... more
Arsenal star may not have scored for his country since 2008 but he can become Fabio Capello's most important player in a youthful squad now that he has found the form that has eluded him for so long ... more
England's Joe Hart reveals he is being driven to retain his status as first-choice goalkeeper by the presence of Fulham prospect David Stockdale... more
Sarah Sands swapped the usual summer destinations for a villa deep in the mountains of Bulgaria. Her spirit of adventure was rewarded with stunning scenery, healthy walks and some excellent food and wine... more
Literacy Campaign: Moved by The Standard's campaign to combat illiteracy in the capital, a multi-millionaire property mogul reveals his secret shame - he cannot read... more
London is the world’s most 'open' city because of its welcoming attitude to foreigners and liberal immigration policies, according to a new league table... more
Dimitar Berbatov has announced his retirement from international football on the same day he is criticised by Manchester United legend Denis Law... more
Premier league footballer Dimitar Berbatov was at the centre of a Mafia kidnap plot when mobsters threatened to seize his wife and baby unless he paid £500,000... more
Wolves manager Mick McCarthy praised his side's hard work and determination after they beat Fulham 2-1 to record a first home victory of the season... more
Football: Giovanni Trapattoni is confident Robbie Keane will be fit to lead the attack when the Republic of Ireland travel to Bulgaria for their crucial World Cup qualifying clash... more
Legal analysis: City lawyers are hoping that Brussels will begin legal action this month against an EU country they accuse of stifling competition... more
Legal analysis: City lawyers are hoping that Brussels will begin legal action this month against an EU country they accuse of stifling competition... more
Kevin Costner is businessman by day, murderer by night in Mr Brooks, while Nicole Kidman and Daniel Craig star in body-snatching thriller, The Invasion.... more
The Mayor of Tower Hamlets defeated Labour to be elected. Livingstone not only backed him but some of Ken's key players are now at the heart of running the council. Stephen Robinson reports
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