BUDAPEST, Hungary (AP) — Winning the Champions League was so nice, Paris Saint-Germain had to do it twice.

PSG became back-to-back European champion by beating Arsenal 4-3 on penalties in a dramatic final in Budapest that ended 1-1 after extra time on Saturday.

“It’s incredible,” captain Marquinhos said. “From the very first day of this season, the coach said it’s hard to win, and winning twice is even more difficult. So we all had to get back to work. That was the mentality.”

Arsenal defender Gabriel Magalhaes fired the last of his team’s penalties over the bar to hand PSG the shootout win.

The French giant is only the second team to retain the trophy in the modern era after all-time king of Europe Real Madrid.

Luis Enrique became a three-time winner as a coach and has moulded a team that is simply too good even for the best the continent has to offer. That includes an Arsenal team that won the Premier League last week and topped the first stage of the Champions League with a perfect winning record, finishing 10 points and 10 places ahead of PSG.

That mattered little in Puskas Arena as PSG reaffirmed its status as the dominant force in European soccer.

“It’s even more special because we knew before the match how difficult it would be,” Luis Enrique said. “I think it’s deserved over the course of the whole season, even if the final was very closely contested.”

After demolishing Inter Milan 5-0 in last year’s final, PSG endured a tougher foe as Arsenal sat deep and relied on the best defense in the competition.

PSG dominated possession but created little after going behind to a Kai Havertz goal in the sixth minute. It took an Ousmane Dembélé penalty in the 65th to level the score and take the final to extra time for the first time in 10 years.

PSG coach in elite company

By going back to back, Luis Enrique achieved what his good friend Pep Guardiola could not after winning Champions Leagues at Barcelona and Manchester City. Luis Enrique joined Carlo Ancelotti, Bob Paisley, Zinedine Zidane and Guardiola in an elite group of coaches with at least three European Cups.

The next target will be to emulate Madrid’s three in a row under Zidane from 2016-18. And with a starting lineup in Budapest with an average age of less than 24, Luis Enrique has built a team that has the potential to dominate for years.

“It’s crazy, it’s crazy. We’re going to enjoy it first, and after we’re going to work and work again because we want more. We are really hungry. We are a young team, and we know we are really ambitious. So next season we have to go again,” Désiré Doué told broadcaster TNT Sports.

Having waited 22 years to get its hands back on the Premier League trophy, Arsenal’s wait in Europe goes on.

This was its 226th game in the European Cup or Champions League without lifting the trophy. No other team has played so many without being champion.

“First of all you have to go through that pain, digest it and then turn it into fuel and improve and reach a different level because it will demand a different level with the quality that is around Europe,” manager Mikel Arteta said.

“I want to congratulate PSG because they are, in my opinion, the best team in the world. What they are able to do with the ball, individual actions, I haven’t seen it (before).”

Arsenal comfortable defending

There were times when it looked as though Arsenal’s Champions League losing streak would be snapped. Especially when PSG looked so short of ideas after going behind to Havertz’s breakaway early goal.

By scoring so early the tone was set and Arsenal was comfortable sitting back and soaking up pressure. PSG struggled to find openings and looked edgy in possession.

On an evening that kicked off with a pre-match show by rock band The Killers that sounded off in the acoustics of the stadium, PSG also fell a little flat and registered just one shot on target in the first half.

It was given a way back into the final when Cristhian Mosquera brought down Khvicha Kvaratskhelia in the box and referee Daniel Siebert pointed to the spot.

Ballon d’Or holder Dembélé made no mistake, firing low to the left as Arsenal goalkeeper David Raya dived the wrong way.

Red flares were lit by PSG fans, likely as much in relief as celebration.

There were rare chances for PSG to win in regulation. Kvaratskhelia hit the post in the 77th after a rapid breakaway and substitute Bradley Barcola wasted another opportunity to seal it at the death when firing wide.

Arsenal was limited to a 24.7% possession average — the lowest in a final since records began in 2004, according to stats provider Opta. But Arteta’s dogged and determined team pushed PSG all the way, even in the shootout.

Eberechi Eze missed an earlier spot kick for Arsenal but Raya saved from Nuno Mendes to keep the score level.

Lucas Beraldo converted the last of PSG’s spot kicks, meaning Gabriel had to convert to take it to sudden death. But he blasted high over the bar into a section of PSG fans, who erupted in celebrations along with their new two-time champion team.

It was a familiar sight as Marquinhos got his hands on the trophy for a second time and raised it aloft in the center of the field as gold confetti and fireworks exploded around the team.

French President Emmanuel Macron posted his congratulations on X: “A new star is shining over Paris!” and told PSG players they were “making all of Europe dream. France is proud.”

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Almost 100 homes in Coalsnaughton have been evacuated because of “ground movement”.

Displaced residents in a former mining village have been told they won’t be able to return to their homes until Thursday at the earliest. Nearly 100 homes in Coalsnaughton, near Tillicoultry in Clackmannanshire, have been evacuated in recent days following concerns around ground movement.

Clackmannanshire Council have now said residents will need to wait at least another five days to find out if their homes will be safe to return to.

Council leader Ellen Forson said it would not be fair to speculate ahead of the findings of initial investigations by the Mining Remediation Authority, which are expected next week.

Speaking to BBC Scotland, she added that her “heart went out” to residents and that she appreciated the situation had been “absolutely horrendous”.

Cllr Forson said: “It is very challenging. We are a small local authority area and there are limited resources, particularly in housing.

“However, we have been trying to provide support and working with partners to find alternative accommodation, mostly around the Forth Valley area, as well as providing extra support through food, supplies, childcare and care for pets.

Council staff and local community groups have rallied round to support the people affected as best they can and Cllr Forson praised them for working “really, really hard”.

She added: “We’ve had council officers cancel leave and miss family occasions to provide support on the ground, and that is very much appreciated.”

Residents of 30 homes were first evacuated after shuddering was felt on Monday, May 18. More homes were evacuated earlier this week as investigations into the ground movement continued.

Some neighbouring residents have also been asked to leave their homes temporarily as utilities have been cut off until the cause of the ground movement can be investigated.

However, some, including Ross MacPhee, have decided to return to their homes regardless of the warnings. He said a lack of information about the situation meant he was “frustrated”.

He said: “They’re asking us to uproot our lives, move elsewhere, and they’re not telling us any information at all,” he said.

“The lack of information is what’s most annoying for us, I think.

“I feel very confused, very frustrated – quite sad as well. We’ve only been in our house for about six months and, more than anything, I think it’s very much soured my opinion of the council in this area.”

Other residents have told how they were hurried out of their homes as emergency services moved in to investigate the ground movement. Many have had to find temporary accommodation elsewhere after staying at Devonvale Hall where emergency provision was put on in the immediate aftermath.

A spokesperson for Clackmannanshire Council said it would “continue to keep residents updated as further information becomes available”.

The said: “The evacuation is being carried out in a controlled manner and residents are being supported by council officers and partner agencies throughout the process.

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“The priority of all local resilience partners continues to be the safety and welfare of everyone involved, and our officers remain in the local area to provide guidance and support to residents during what we appreciate is a worrying and uncertain time.”

Justice Secretary Neil Gray has held a meeting with Clackmannanshire Council officials and the local MSP to “discuss what support the Scottish government could provide to those affected through what is a deeply distressing time”.

He said: “Investigations are being carried out by the Mine Remediation Authority to establish the source of the subsidence and we await its findings.

“The Scottish government is actively engaging with the local authority and relevant partners.”

Data from the Mine Remediation Authority shows that an entrance to one of the former mines in the area was located on what is now Dunmoss View.

The authority said it work was continuing “at pace” to establish the cause of this incident.

A spokesperson said: “Our priority remains the safety of residents, our people and partners, and we will provide further updates as more information becomes available.”

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The Gunners had led 1-0 after just six minutes of normal time at the Puskas Arena thanks to Kai Havertz’s goal, holding out and defending admirably amid sustained pressure until five minutes after the hour mark, when Ousmane Dembele equalised from the penalty spot after Cristhian Mosquera had fouled Khvicha Kvaratskhelia.

Could there be a season 2 of The Boroughs on Netflix?

What could a potential season 2 of The Boroughs be about?

A range of acts will compete for the coveted title, £250,000 prize, and a performance slot at the Royal Variety Performance.

Unlike the semi-finals, the winner will be decided entirely by public vote, with no golden buzzer in play.

Voting is free and can be done via the BGT website after registering with a UK mobile number on the ITV website.

Viewers must wait for presenters Ant and Dec to announce the opening of the voting window during the live broadcast.

Fans can then follow the instructions online to vote for their favourite act.

Who is in the Britain’s Got Talent Final for 2026?

The final of Britain’s Got Talent 2026 will be tonight, with 10 acts confirmed to be taking part.

After weeks of auditions followed by several live shows, the final crop of talent is battling it out to book their spot at the Royal Variety Performance.

From a magician and poet to a fire-juggler and comedian, there is plenty to look forward to.

The 10 acts in the BGT final for 2026 are:

• Matty Juniosa (singer) – golden buzzer from semi-final one
• Anastasiia and Salsa (dog act) – winner of semi-final one
• LMA (dance group) – golden buzzer from semi-final two
• Fabian Fox (magician) – winner of semi-final two
• Liwei Yang (fire-juggler) – golden buzzer from semi-final three
• Ted Hill (comedian) – winner of semi-final three
• Sonny Green (poet) – golden buzzer in semi-final four
• Rafferty Coope (magician) – winner of semi-final four
• Celestial (drone art) – golden buzzer from semi-final five
• The Hawkstone Farmers Choir (choir group) – winner of semi-final five

When is the BGT 2026 final on TV?

The final of Britain’s Got Talent 2026 will be shown live on ITV1 tonight, Saturday 30 May.

The finale is extended from its usual run time, and will air from 7pm to 9.30pm.

Who do you want to win BGT 2026? Let us know in the comments below.

Dormanstown ward councillor Ceri Cawley also nominated the two causes she will raise funds for during her 12 months in the ceremonial role.

These include the Chris Cave Foundation set up by Redcar mother Theresa Cave after her son was killed in a stabbing.

The charity campaigns against knife crime, including educating young people in schools.

Mayor Cawley will also raise funds for Morgan House in Boosbeck, east Cleveland, a dedicated centre supporting military veterans.

She said: “I am proud to support these two fantastic charities and help raise much-needed funds so they can continue their important work.

“To be elected as mayor is a great honour and privilege and I look forward to being a good ambassador for our area.”

The mother-of-three, whose father was previously a professional jockey, attended West Redcar Secondary School and Sir William Turner’s College.

As a teenager, she worked at gym which broadened her martial arts knowledge and she achieved her first dan (black belt) in karate at the age of 16.

Cllr Cawley, 43, successfully campaigned for Redcar and Cleveland Council to become the first endometriosis-friendly local authority in the North of England last year. She was diagnosed with the condition when she was in her 20s.

Her investiture, which saw her wear the mayoral robes and chain for the first time, was held at Redcar Civic Centre in the presence of her, now, predecessor Councillor Ian Hart, who took on the duties of mayor in the municipal year 2025/26.

The new deputy mayor is Grangetown councillor Adam Brook.

Cllr Brook said it was a “huge honour” and a “truly special and proud day” for him.

He said he was passionate about making a positive difference for residents across the borough.

It means that the UK will get 13 full moons this year, rather than 12 – which is a rare spectacle and hence the term ‘once in a blue moon‘.

It will also be the smallest moon of the year, being the furthest away from Earth.

The BBC states: “The Moon will be officially ‘full’ at 09:45 BST on Sunday morning. In the UK it will be below the horizon at that time so the preceding Saturday night or the night of Sunday 31 will give you two chances to view the Blue Moon.”

The last Blue moon was seen two years ago, and will not be seen again until the winter of 2028.

Nicki Coombs, her two brothers Steve and Mike, and her niece Isabelle will take part in the St Leonard’s Hospice Yorkshire Wolds charity walk on Saturday, June 13 in memory of their father, Ray, who was cared for late last year.

Nicki Coombs said: “Dad loved walking and used to take the family climbing up hills when we were younger, so it feels like a fitting event to take on in his memory.

“He spent five days at St Leonard’s, and it made such a difference to his quality of life, as well as ours.”

Families taking on the Wolds Walk last year (Image: Supplied)

Ray lived with Parkinson’s disease for around 20 years and developed dementia in the last four years.

He eventually moved into a care home, and after a short hospital stay, was transferred to St Leonard’s Hospice.

Nicki said: “The hospice looked after the whole family, not just Dad.

“It was the little things that made a big impact while at the hospice, like bringing a record player into her dad’s room and playing music.

“Dad also grew facial hair while in hospital, which isn’t what he’d usually have.

“The healthcare assistants at the Hospice wanted Dad to look and feel like himself, so after viewing photos of him, they made sure he was clean shaven and was wearing clean clothes.”

“The hospice made a really difficult time that bit easier for us.”

Channon Barlow, head of fundraising at St Leonard’s Hospice, said: “We’re so grateful to Nicki and her family for taking on the Wolds Walk challenge in her dad’s memory, and for sharing her experience of the care and support the Hospice provided to her family last year.

“We’re only able to do what we do at St Leonard’s thanks to the generosity of those in our community, and we’re all wishing Nicki and her family the very best of luck for the challenge on 13 June.”

The St Leonard’s Wolds Walk takes place on Saturday 13 June, and offers a choice of 12-mile or 18-mile routes through the Yorkshire Wolds.

Walkers of all ages and abilities are welcome to take part.

For more information and to sign-up before the deadline on Wednesday, June 10 visit https://stleonardshospice.org.uk/how-can-you-help-us/events/

The incident took place on Rhyl beach, Denbighshire where the “special lady” was rescued

A woman was rescued before water engulfed her on a beach, after becoming trapped in sinking sand. The worrying incident took place on Rhyl beach, Denbighshire where emergency services reported at one point, the tide ‘came up to her waist’.

Rhyl’s RNLI (Royal National Lifeboat Institution) inshore lifeboat rushed to the scene at 9pm on Friday evening (May 29). The woman was reported to be stranded in soft sand off Splash Point in the resort, according to NorthWalesLive.

An RNLI Rhyl spokesperson said: “The inshore lifeboat was launched within minutes. Once arrived on scene, the crew found the casualty to be trapped in the sand with the incoming tide now around their waist.

“The lifeboat was brought alongside the casualty and crew put them in a lifejacket. A crewmember supported the casualty on their back, which popped their feet out of the sand.

“The casualty was recovered into the inshore lifeboat, and brought back to the lifeboat station for a check-over and warm up. Rhyl Coastguard Rescue Team was also tasked to the incident.”

Quick to thank the RNLI crew, on social media, was the woman’s mum from Rhyl. Another person added: “Thank you so very much for saving a very special lady.”

People stuck in soft sand are advised to remain calm and not struggle as this can worsen the problem. While leaning back to distribute your weight, gently wiggling your legs can let water loosen the sand’s suction.

Meanwhile, RNLI Holyhead responded to its fourth shout of the half-term break when two jetskiers became stuck on sandbanks near Traeth Penrhos beach. Initial reports suggested one jetskier might be injured.

Other information indicated they were in fact stranded near the Stanley Embankment (Valley Cob). Heading to Traeth Penrhos, RNLI Holyhead’s inshore boat was joined by local cliff rescue teams.

An RNLI spokesperson said: “On reaching the location, it was found that there were two jetskiers, and no injuries. The casualties had been stuck on sandbanks – however they had managed to re-float and were starting to head back to Llanfwrog (also known as Sandy Beach) where they had come from.

“Suitable safety advice was given, and the casualties then headed back to Llanfwrog, where they were being met by the Holyhead volunteer Coastguard team.”

RNLI Holyhead Lifeboat Station said water sports enthusiasts should always wear a suitable lifejacket or buoyancy aid. They should also have a means of calling for help.

The station added: “We’d like to remind everyone to be aware of the tides and layout of our local waters – it can be very difficult to judge the depth of water in certain locations.”

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Clacton-On-Sea was once a glorious coastal destination that drew holidaymakers in their droves from across Britain.

A once-bustling seaside town that has tumbled down the rankings used to be home to a massive Billy Butlin’s resort — today, though, you’d never know it existed.

Clacton-On-Sea was once a glorious coastal destination that drew holidaymakers in their droves from across Britain. It was celebrated for its award-winning pier, sweeping sandy beaches and classic fairground rides – but last year it came third-from-last in Which?’s annual ranking of the UK’s finest seaside towns.

Clacton scraped a paltry 42 per cent — a stark contrast to Bamburgh, which topped the charts with an impressive 84 per cent destination score.

Yet in its heyday, before the Benidorm boom tempted Brits away from British shores in favour of budget package holidays to Spain, the town was a very different place. Billy Butlin purchased the West Clacton Estate in 1936 — which already boasted a miniature golf course and boating lake — and transformed it into the iconic Red Coat resort that became a beloved British institution.

As reported by the Mirror, the resort shut down when war broke out, with the Army temporarily commandeering the site. In 1946, though, it was relaunched as a holiday camp — and subsequently acquired neighbouring land for expansion.

“By the late 1950s, Butlin’s had become a national institution and to some extent, Clacton was able to bask in its reflected glory,” Clacton History explained. “The combination of Butlin’s and Clacton had become firmly established and for both their futures as family holiday venues seemed unshakeable.”

As with other Butlin’s locations, visitors flocked to enjoy the extensive amenities available, including comfortable chalets, an enormous outdoor swimming pool, fairground attractions, a ballroom for dancing, a bowling green, retail outlets, a miniature railway, and top-notch entertainment. Stars such as the Beverley Sisters, Michael Holliday, and Jack Douglas are said to have graced the camp’s stages during their early careers.

Unable to match the appeal of affordable flights to sunny Spain, though, and damaged by rowdy teenagers treating the venue as a drinking destination, Butlin’s tragically shut its gates in 1983 — the same year the Filey resort was also closed down.

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According to Butlin’s Memories, the site was snapped up for approximately £2 million by Amusement Enterprises Ltd — who revealed bold proposals to transform the complex into a ‘Disneyland’ style theme park. With a fresh identity, Atlas Park, the site reopened in 1984 but stayed largely as it was during the Butlin’s years. The project lasted just four months before encountering financial troubles, and the land changed hands once more. By 1987, everything had been torn down.

The location now functions as a housing estate for local residents, perfectly positioned close to the seafront. It feels a far cry from Butlin’s heyday — which is still fondly remembered by many locals.

Despite sitting just 60 miles from London – one of the richest cities in Europe – Clacton and Jaywick suffer from low wages and poor public perception, with dark tourists and American influencers venturing there to report on their struggles.

Happily, there is a lot of hope on the horizon for the area. The District Council is working on a raft of regeneration projects across Clacton, Jaywick Sands and Dovercourt after successfully applying for millions of pounds in Government funding.

The Council entered into a Community Regeneration Partnership (formerly the Levelling Up Partnership) in late 2024 and was awarded £20million in funding from the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government to regenerate Clacton and Jaywick Sands.

In Clacton, these include proposals to repurpose the 200-year-old Martello Tower on Clacton seafront and bring it into regular use, in a project TDC says will convert “a disused public convenience close to Clacton Pier into a vibrant cultural venue and providing a free-to-use BMX pump track, learn-to-cycle and climbing facility at Clacton Leisure Centre.”

A further £20million was also secured from the Local Regeneration Fund (formerly Levelling Up Fund) for Clacton Town Centre which was granted to create the new ‘Clacton Civic Quarter’.

Clacton Library is also being redeveloped into a new multi-story building that will be built on the current library site, to include a centre for Adult Community Learning and local registration services.

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