Searches are being carried out at a lake in Leicestershire after a teenage boy was reported to have entered the water.Emergency services were called to Meynell Lake off Fosse Way, Syston, just after 13:30 BST on Thursday, Leicestershire Police said.The teenager is reported to have entered the lake, used for boating and angling, and both police and Leicestershire Fire and Rescue Service are at the scene.A police spokesperson said: “Searches are being carried out to locate the boy and officers are in contact with his next of kin.”
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Posh sign Southend goalkeeper Collin Andeng Ndi
The 22-year-old is the club’s third summer signing Author: Kellie MaddoxPublished 36 minutes agoLast updated 18 minutes agoPeterborough United have signed goalkeeper Collin Andeng Ndi from National League side Southend United. The 22-year-old Italian-born goalie joins for an undisclosed fee, having helped the Shrimpers win the FA Trophy at Wembley StadiumAndeng Ndi has penned a two-year contract with a year’s option at the Weston Homes Stadium and will officially become a Posh player on 1st July subject to ratification from the EFL. Manager Luke Williams said: “Collin will come in and really push Alex Bass. We have some real competition in that area of the pitch, they will help each other on the training pitch and it is great to have that little bit more experience with the amount of games that Collin has played.” Andeng Ndi, who has made 117 appearances in all competitions for the Shrimpers since graduating from the club’s Academy system, is excited by his new challenge. “I really enjoyed my time at Southend, I played a lot of games in the first team and I feel it is the right time to make this move and it is one that I am excited about. The modern day goalkeeper is obviously expected to be good with his feet and play out from the back, but it is vitally important that the major part of the role is not sacrificed, the job is to keep the ball out of the back of the net. “I am really happy it is all done before the start of pre-season, I can come in, meet the rest of the squad and get out there on the training pitch.”Hear all the latest news from across the UK on the hour, every hour, on Greatest Hits Radio on DAB, smartspeaker, at greatesthitsradio.co.uk, and on the Rayo app.
Kalvin Phillips: Sheffield United & Man City mapping second loan
Sheffield United are in advanced talks with City over another loan deal for Kalvin Phillips
The move would represent a second temporary spell at Bramall Lane for the England international
Phillips has struggled for regular first-team football since joining City from Leeds United in 2022
Sheffield United are in advanced talks with Manchester City over a fresh loan deal for midfielder Kalvin Phillips, as per a new report.
Phillips has endured a difficult period since his £45 million move to the Etihad Stadium from Leeds United in the summer of 2022, making just a handful of appearances for the club across three seasons as injuries and a lack of form limited his involvement considerably under Pep Guardiola.
The 30-year-old spent the second half of the recent season at Bramall Lane and despite spending much of his time in Sheffield on the sidelines, Phillips is understood to have impressed enough for the Championship side to explore the possibility of bringing him back to south Yorkshire for another campaign.
Report: Advanced talks underway between clubs
According to journalist Pete O’Rourke, Sheffield United are in advanced talks with Manchester City over securing another loan deal for Phillips ahead of the 2025-26 season.
The report suggests discussions between the two clubs have progressed to an advanced stage, with a second temporary arrangement considered the most straightforward outcome for all parties given Phillips’s lack of a clear pathway to regular first-team football at the Etihad Stadium.
City director of football Hugo Viana is understood to be focused on a significant rebuild of the squad around incoming manager Enzo Maresca – and a further loan exit for Phillips would free up both wages and a squad place as the club navigates one of its most active transfer windows in recent memory.
What next for Phillips at Manchester City?
Phillips’s City career has never recovered the momentum that made him one of England’s most sought-after midfielders during his time at Leeds United – and his long-term future at the Etihad Stadium remains uncertain heading into the final year of his contract.
A second loan spell at Sheffield United would offer the 30-year-old consistent Championship football and the opportunity to rebuild his confidence and sharpness ahead of what is likely to be a defining period for his career – whether that ultimately concludes with a permanent departure from City or an unlikely return to contention under Maresca.
Whether the advanced talks reported translate into a formal agreement in the coming days remains to be seen – but the direction of travel for both club and player, who is under contract at the Etihad Stadium till the summer of 2028 – appears clear.
Visitors reminded of wildfire risk in Staffordshire’s country parks
Staffordshire County Council renewed calls for residents to do their bit to prevent wildfires and stay safe in the sun.
With temperatures remaining in the mid 30s for the next couple of days, and a Met Office Amber alerts for ‘extreme heat’ in force until Saturday, the county council wants to remind people not to bring barbecues to country parks or litter because of the huge wildfire risk.
Although temperatures are due to drop by the weekend incredibly dry conditions mean a heightened risk of fire at the county’s country parks.
Even a small outdoor fire can quickly get out of hand in dry weather, causing serious and lasting damage to wildlife, habitats and communities.
According to figures from Staffordshire Fire and Rescue Service, there was been a 70% increase in outdoor fires.
Last month, the county council condemned “thoughtless” behaviour after a newly installed viewing platform at Brindley Heath was damaged by several barbecues and littered with glass bottles.
Hayley Coles, Staffordshire County Council’s Deputy Leader and Cabinet Member for Communities and Culture, said:
“The weather has been very hot and dry recently, and these conditions mean the wildfire risk is currently very high.
“We’re asking people to enjoy our country parks responsibly and be alert to the wildfire risk. It only takes one thoughtlessly discarded cigarette, barbecue or glass bottle to start a fire that can quickly get out of hand and devastate local wildlife and habitats.
“If a fire were to happen in one of our country parks, the landscape might never fully recover, and the cost of any remedial work would fall to local taxpayers.
“It’s great that we have such wonderful country parks in order to be able to enjoy the sun, but we just need to be mindful of our actions and ensure we’re doing everything we can to prevent fires and preserve these spaces for future generations.”To help prevent wildfires, visitors are being urged to:
Never light open fires or use disposable barbecues in the countryside.
Make sure cigarettes are fully extinguished and disposed of in bins.
Take all litter home or use the bins provided.
Avoid leaving glass bottles behind because they can start fires when in direct sunlight.
Keep matches and lighters out of children and young people’s reach.
Wimbledon faces player protest over prize money
LONDON — Wimbledon organizers said they were “surprised and disappointed” after leading tennis players signaled plans to continue a prize money protest at this year’s grass-court Grand Slam, despite a record increase in the tournament’s payout pool. The All England Club this month announced a 20% year-on-year rise in total prize money to GBP 64.2
LONDON — Wimbledon organizers said they were “surprised and disappointed” after leading tennis players signaled plans to continue a prize money protest at this year’s grass-court Grand Slam, despite a record increase in the tournament’s payout pool.
The All England Club this month announced a 20% year-on-year rise in total prize money to GBP 64.2 million, falling short of the GBP 70 million players had sought.
Players are pressing Grand Slam organizers to give them a larger share of tournament revenue, closer to the revenue split they receive at ATP and WTA events.
The dispute escalated during the French Open, where some players limited their pre-tournament media activity to 15 minutes.
“Wimbledon puts the players at the heart of all our decisions and we invest significantly in them every year,” the All England Club said in a statement Wednesday.
“This is alongside investing hundreds of millions of pounds in upgrades to our player facilities as part of a three-year transformation to create a world class player performance environment.”
Wimbledon’s record prize money pool represents around 15% of the tournament’s revenue, but the group of leading players represented by former WTA chief executive Larry Scott has pushed for a minimum of 16%.
Wimbledon chair Debbie Jevans said earlier this month that she discussed prize money with Scott at the French Open.
Jevans said Wimbledon differs from regular tour events because it distributes 90% of its surplus back into British tennis.
“Using revenue to determine prize money makes no sense and we have said that to Larry Scott,” she said this month. “Revenue does not take into account the investment that we give. We are not-for-profit, and very different to a Masters 1000.”
The tension comes as the Grand Slams face growing pressure from players seeking more influence over prize money, welfare support, and the structure of decision-making at the sport’s biggest events.
At Roland Garros, women’s world No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka cut short her pre-tournament press conference, while Jannik Sinner and Iga Swiatek were among those who limited their media time.
Players have also raised the prospect of a future boycott if their concerns are not addressed.
Saturday is the traditional pre-tournament media day at Wimbledon, where players are expected to limit their availability to 15 minutes.
According to reports, players are also planning to restrict post-match appearances to 15 minutes throughout the first week of the tournament.
The 15-minute limit is symbolic of the roughly 15% share of Wimbledon’s takings allocated to prize money.
The protest risks creating friction between players, organizers, broadcasters, and media partners during one of tennis’ most visible events.
For Wimbledon, the issue is not only the size of the prize fund but also how revenue is defined and distributed across the wider tennis ecosystem.
For players, the dispute reflects a broader push for a greater share of Grand Slam income at a time when the sport’s top events continue to generate significant commercial and broadcast revenue.Foo Fighters Liverpool Anfield show tickets, setlist and members
Foo Fighters will perform at Anfield Stadium on June 25 and June 27 2026 as their Take Cover Tour comes to Liverpool13:36, 24 Jun 2026Updated 09:01, 25 Jun 2026Foo Fighters are heading to Anfield Stadium on Thursday, June 25 and Saturday, June 27 (Image: Photo by Medios y Media/Getty Images)Foo Fighters are set to perform two massive shows at Liverpool’s Anfield Stadium. The band will headline the home of Liverpool FC on Thursday, June 25 and Saturday, June 27. Anfield Stadium has welcomed huge global artists, with Dua Lipa, Bruce Springsteen, and Lana Del Rey headlining last year’s event.Foo Fighters began as a one-man project for Nirvana drummer Dave Grohl after the band’s frontman Kurt Cobain died in 1994. He found members and the band made their live debut in 1995. The ECHO has put together a guide on everything you need to know ahead of the two shows.Foo Fighters at Liverpool Anfield Stadium set timesOtoboke Beaver: 4.45pm – 5.15pmFoo Fighters: 7.15pm – 10.15pmFoo Fighters at Liverpool Anfield Stadium seating mapWant to check where you’re sitting for the concert? Ticketmaster has released an image of their seating map which tells fans exactly where they will be sat or standing.The seating map for Foo Fighters at Anfield Stadium(Image: Ticketmaster)Foo Fighters at Anfield Stadium setlistThe most recent stadium show setlist for Foo Fighters is from their June 19 show in Paris. It reads as follows:All My LifeThe PretenderTimes Like TheseRopeStacked ActorsMy HeroLearn to FlyThese DaysWalkThis Is a CallNo Son of MineWheelsMarigoldFor All the CowsBig MeUnder YouLa Dee DaYour Favorite ToyInvincible / Seven / One Headlight / Manimal / Tap Dancing in a MinefieldMonkey WrenchBreakoutAuroraCaught in the EchoBest of YouThe TeacherExhaustedEverlongFoo Fighters at Anfield Stadium ticketsFurther tickets were released for Foo Fighters at Anfield Stadium on Monday, June 22. Please check Gigs and Tours or Ticketmaster for further details.Foo Fighters at Anfield Stadium heat adviceLiverpool FC issued some changes to its hot weather guidance on June 24 ahead of the show. Foo Fighters ans are now able to bring in suncream in a travel size (100ml or less) in plastic container. However, pressurised or aerosol bottles are not allowed inside the stadium.Fans are permitted to bring one sealed 500ml clear soft plastic bottle of water into Anfield (no metal or glass bottles are permitted). Reusable soft plastic bottles are permitted but must also be transparent.Read the full story guidance here.Foo Fighters support acts at Anfield StadiumThere will be a different headliner at each of the Foo Fighters Anfield shows:Thursday, June 25 – Otoboke Beaver and InhalerSaturday, June 27- Die Spitz and Royel OtisTravelling to Anfield Stadium for Foo Fighters concertsIf you’re travelling by bus, there are several services in place:26 – from Liverpool ONE bus station17 – from Queen Square Bus Station68/168 – from Bootle and Aigburth14 and 19 – from Queen Square (short walk)More information can be found on the Stagecoach website.The 917 express shuttle bus service will run from Commutation Row in the city centre (£5 for single journey and £6 for a return journey).Visit the Big Green Coach website for coach returns from various locations across the country for all shows.Merseyrail passengers can use the Northern Line and travel to Sandhills or Kirkdale. Liverpool Lime Street Station has links with cities outside of Liverpool. Please use the relevant service journey planner ahead of time. Both Sandhills and Kirkdale stations on Merseyrail’s Northern line are less than a 30-minute walk from Anfield.Foo Fighters at Anfield Stadium parkingThere will be no car parking for ticket holders at Anfield Stadium. Peopke going to the concert should check the Liverpool city council website.Fans can use an express shuttle bus service (the 917) will be in operation from Commutation Row to the Stadium. This will be available three and half hours before to the concert start time.Attendees can access disabled drop off and pick up areas on Gilman Street and at the top of Stanley Car Park. They are available to use on presentation of a blue badge.
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Plan for battery storage site on Leicestershire farmland approved
Plans for a battery energy storage system spanning about 82 hectares have been approved in Leicestershire.Applicant Enderby Energy Ltd was given full planning permission for the proposal, on land at Lambcote Hill Farm, in Swinford Road, Walcote.Alberto Costa, Conservative MP for South Leicestershire, said the proposal was a “gross overdevelopment” of the area when the plans were first put forward and wrote to Harborough District Council (HDC) to raise concerns.However, planning officers at the local authority approved the plans on 18 June with a number of conditions.The conditions included the development starting within five years of the agreement, a detailed battery safety management plan being delivered before development starts, and the development needing to be decommissioned after no more than 40 years from the date it started operating.HDC also approved outline plans for a transmission substation, which means it was agreed in principle with further, more detailed plans to follow.The Local Democracy Reporting Service said the site would span the equivalent of 115 full-size football pitches.In a letter of objection to HDC’s chief executive John Richardson last September, Costa said that while he was supportive of renewable energy, the proposal would need “extensive infrastructure” to connect to the National Grid, and a separate planning application for the new sub-power station, too. He added although consultation with the Walcote community had taken place, the potential “size and impact” of the substation was not made clear and raised concerns about fire risks.A total of six people were in favour of the plans and four objections were received. Regarding fire risk concerns, NatPower said Greenfire Solutions, which is led by former senior officers from the UK fire and rescue service, have been appointed to advise on the plans. The firm added the location for the site was of “sufficient” size to deliver on their proposals and with the operational wind farm was “supported through national energy policy on efficient use of land”.
Nine-year-old bowler takes six wickets in six balls
Rohan’s dad, Narain, 54, said it was “truly amazing” to watch his son complete the feat, especially on Father’s Day.”To get one wicket is a great achievement for someone so young, but wicket after wicket I was so proud,” Narain said.”Just him playing at the local cricket team was a great achievement.”I don’t think I realised how rare of an achievement it was.”Vishal Gupta, one of the team’s coaches and umpire at the match, said he “had the best seat in the house” to watch Rohan’s achievement.”I took my umpire hat off and threw him up in the air with his team,” said Gupta. “Everyone was clapping about it.”I don’t think I will ever see it again, it was amazing.”Lucas Green, the under-nines’ head coach, added that everyone watching was pleased for Rohan.”When the wickets fell for the sixth ball everyone ran on to the pitch,” he said.”The other team were so happy for him… and him and his team-mates enjoyed the moment.”Do you have a story suggestion for Cambridgeshire? Contact us below.
