National NewsLast month was the fourth hottest August on recordThe average temperature in August was 16.83 degrees, with rainfall below average in most locations. It was the warmest month so far in 2025.
National SportsAlexander Isak’s behaviour to force move ‘bad look for football’ – Alan ShearerIsak effectively went on strike in order to push through his British record £125million transfer to the Anfield club on Monday.
National SportsRuben Loftus-Cheek set for first England call-up since 2019The AC Milan midfielder returns to the England fold for the first time in six years, with his last call-up coming in March 2019.
National SportsGrimsby fined by EFL for fielding ineligible player in cup win over Man UtdThe EFL said the breach related to Clarke Oduor, who came on as a 73rd-minute substitute in the Carabao Cup second round tie.
