England have reached the quarter-finals of the World Cup, meaning there’s no better time to splash out on a football shirt.

And what could be better than purchasing a new one? Going vintage, of course.

But according to celebrity stylist Lisa Talbot, while shirts are worthy of being the star player in your wardrobe others deserve the fashion red card.

She said: ‘With football shirts continuing to dominate both fashion and sport, the World Cup is the perfect excuse to invest in a vintage England top.

‘The best designs have become timeless wardrobe pieces that work just as well with tailored trousers or denim as they do on match day. However, not every retro shirt has aged gracefully.

‘The key is choosing designs that aren’t overly fussy, with clean silhouettes, classic colour palettes and subtle detailing.’

In light of this, Lisa has looked back at England’s shirts from 1966 to 2010 to assess the options worth buying – and which are best left in the kit bag.

1966

Lisa: ‘Simple, elegant and steeped in history. Minimalist sportswear is having a huge moment, making this an easy piece to style with jeans, linen trousers or even layered under a blazer.’

Verdict: Buy 

1970

According to the personal stylist, England’s third shirt from 1970 is worth a purchase 

Lisa: ‘The bold colour instantly stands out while still feeling premium. It taps into the growing trend for colourful vintage sportswear without looking gimmicky.’

Verdict: Buy 

1974

A yellow and black England goalie top from 1974 

Lisa: Goalkeeper shirts from this era tend to feel more like novelty pieces than versatile wardrobe staples. It’s better suited to collectors than fashion lovers.

Verdict: Pass  

1976

England’s away kit from 1976 featured a vibrant red base

Lisa: A beautifully understated design that feels surprisingly contemporary. The clean lines and classic fit give it longevity beyond football.

Verdict: Buy

1980

England’s home kit from 1980 is a fan favourite

Lisa: One of the most wearable England shirts ever produced. The subtle V-neck and uncomplicated design mean it looks just as good worn casually today as it did over 40 years ago.

Verdict: Buy 

1984

England’s 1984 third kit is a great option for the World Cup

Lisa: This has all the ingredients of a great vintage purchase: distinctive without being overpowering. It’s ideal for anyone wanting something a little different from the traditional white England shirt.

Verdict: Buy

1986

In 1986, navy pinstripes on a sky blue top was used during the World Cup

Lisa: The oversized graphics and bold colours make a statement, but they’re difficult to style outside of football-inspired outfits.

Verdict: Pass

1988

Lisa said the 1988 kit isn’t worth investing in for everyday wear

Lisa: While fun and nostalgic, the loud geometric design can easily overwhelm an outfit. It works better as memorabilia than everyday fashion.

Verdict: Pass

1990

The sky-blue and diamond pattern impresses Lisa, who said the 1990 shirt is ‘incredibly wearable’

Lisa: Nostalgia is driving demand for late-80s and early-90s sportswear, and this shirt sits perfectly within that trend. It has genuine collector appeal but is also incredibly wearable.

Verdict: Buy

1992

Alan Shearer and Ian Wright were among the players who sported this third kit from 1992

Lisa: Although distinctive, the design feels quite dated compared with the cleaner shirts surrounding it. It lacks the timeless appeal of other England classics. 

Verdict: Pass 

1994

The 1996 training top ‘feels less special as a vintage investment’, Lisa said 

Lisa: Training wear rarely carries the same iconic status as match shirts. Without that heritage factor, it feels less special as a vintage investment.

Verdict: Pass

1996

Bright isn’t always best, according to Lisa, who advised against buying the 1996 goalkeeper kit

Lisa: Another bold goalkeeper design that has become more of a conversation piece than a genuinely wearable item. It’s difficult to style unless you’re fully embracing retro sportswear.

Verdict: Pass

1998

The fashion expert said the 1998 shirt signifies one of ‘England’s most memorable football eras’

Lisa: Clean, recognisable and associated with one of England’s most memorable football eras. It’s an easy introduction to vintage football style.

Verdict: Buy 

1999

According to Lisa, the 1999 training top, worn by David Beckham, isn’t worth a purchase

Lisa: Comfortable, but it doesn’t have the same collectability or fashion credibility as the match kits from the same period. 

Verdict: Pass  

2000

According to Lisa, the 2000 home kit is a safe bet

Lisa: Minimal branding and a tailored silhouette mean this shirt has aged remarkably well. It feels refined rather than overly sporty.

Verdict: Buy 

2002

David Beckham, Frank Lampard and Paul Scholes were among the players who wore the 2002 shirt

Lisa: The early-2000s revival continues, making this shirt incredibly relevant again. Its simplicity makes it one of the easiest football shirts to incorporate into everyday outfits.

Verdict: Buy 

2006

The England 2006 Home kit was worn during the 2006 World Cup

Lisa: The technical styling and bright colours make it feel firmly rooted in its era. It lacks the effortless appeal of England’s cleaner home shirts. 

Verdict: Pass 

2008

The England home kit from 2008 is, according to Lisa, not worth a purchase

Lisa: Although smart at the time, the fitted silhouette and design details now feel distinctly late-2000s rather than timeless vintage.

Verdict: Pass  

2010

Lisa dubbed the 2010 shirt a ‘modern classic’

Lisa: A modern classic. The darker colourway feels sophisticated and works brilliantly as part of everyday casual styling.

Verdict: Buy 

Holm House, now a luxury retreat, has been visited by the likes of Daniel Craig and Harry Styles in the past

A well known historic building in Penarth that’s welcomed famous guests over the years could soon be upgraded with a sauna, hot tub and more Plans to install external ice baths, a sauna, hot tub and changing rooms at Holm House in Penarth are under discussion by Vale of Glamorgan Council.

During its life as a boutique hotel, Holm House had stars such as Harry Styles, Daniel Craig, Tyson Fury, and David Hasselhof staying there. It closed in 2024 due to the impact of Covid and the cost of living crisis.

Holm House reopened in 2025 with popular restaurant Silures setting up at the site, which is now described as a luxury retreat. For the biggest stories in Wales first sign up to our daily newsletter here

A planning application for the building reads: “The development, to be operated by Hedd Spa, would make a positive contribution to the overall attractiveness and offer of the hospitality business, enhancing its leisure provision and supporting its continued viability.”

It continues: “The outdoor wellness area will be operated as a quiet zone. There will be no walk-in access, no unmanaged public use, no separate outdoor spa admission point, no independent hiring, no alcohol served, and no private parties, events, hen/stag bookings or amplified entertainment in the outdoor wellness area.

“Guests will be briefed on quiet-use requirements and any breach may result in the session being ended.”

The planned “outdoor wellness area” is planned to have a maximum occupancy of six users at any one time, with proposed hours of 09:00 to 20:00 Monday through Saturdays and 10:00 to 18:00 on Sundays and bank holidays.

The application reads that the development has been “carefully designed” to be both “visually attractive” and “clearly functional”, which is suitable for Holm House’s operation as a “high-quality hospitality and leisure offering.”

The development will be located in the hotel’s rear courtyard if approved.

Controversy surrounded the re-opening of Holm House after the new restaurant there celebrated being granted an alcohol licence before the local council had made a decision on their application.

The issue generated anger from residents living nearby, who were worried about potential noise nuisance and anti-social behaviour coming from the site.

Daf Andrews, one of the restaurant’s directors, apologised for the social media post celebrating the alcohol licence at the time.

He wrote: “[The post was made] on the basis if we received the licence… this is how we would celebrate.”

He continued: “We would never assume… and we are certainly not spreading misinformation.

“We were confident and maybe in hindsight we could have phrased it differently.”

A target date for the decision on the new development has been set for August 28 2026.

He was arrested on suspicion of offences including aggravated burglary, robbery and criminal damage

A man has been arrested by police investigating two armed robberies in North Down.

The PSNI says it received a report at around 8pm on Wednesday, July 8, of two armed robberies in Bangor. They are reported to have happened in the Balloo Road area and in Bloomfield Road South.

Detective Sergeant Gray added: “A 43-year-old man was subsequently arrested on suspicion of offences including aggravated burglary, robbery and criminal damage.

“We are appealing to anyone who was in the area at the time and noticed anything to make contact with us.

“We’re also keen to hear from anyone who might have CCTV, dash-cam or other footage of the area to contact police on 101, or via our witness appeal form at https://reporting.psni.police.uk/appeals, quoting reference number 1583 of 08/07/26.”

Alternatively, information can be provided to Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or online at www.crimestoppers-uk.org.

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Consider this your PSA: synthetic material is your enemy in the heatwave.

While it’s fairly easy to avoid polyester and similar materials during the day, there’s one culprit that might stop you from staying cool during the heatwave: your pyjamas.

We all know the struggle of trying to catch Zs during the heatwave – let’s not even get into the ‘to fan or not to fan’ debate – but there are lots of things you can do to improve your sleep quality when it’s hot outside (and inside).

You might think sleeping naked is the solution, but it turns out we actually need fabric to wick moisture (ie. sweat) away from our skin in the night.

But not all pyjamas are made equal, according to Ellie Sheach, nightwear buyer at Pour Moi.

“During hot nights, it’s easier to feel sweatier than normal, and sleeping in synthetic materials can cause moisture to build up, which will only make this feel worse,” Sheach says.

“If you’re not ready to ditch the pyjamas entirely, the most important switch you can make to keep yourself cool is choosing nightwear made of cotton. It’s breathable, moisture-wicking and gentle on the skin. Basically, everything your synthetic fabrics aren’t when temperatures rise.”

If you’re ready to throw out everything you know in honour of a good night’s sleep, we’ve hand picked seven of the best cotton pyjamas to shop to stay cool during the heatwave.

On Tuesday, one day after his arrival in his home country, Harry made his way to Central London for an Invictus Games Foundation event at Chatham House. The event brought together members of the Invictus community, leading experts and policymakers, including UK minister for veterans and people Calvin Bailey, to discuss issues affecting wounded, injured and sick service personnel and veterans – all those eligible to take part in the paralympic-style games.

Inside the event, chair of the Invictus Games Foundation Lord Charles Allen, CBE, introduced Harry to the stage just moments after the verdict was delivered, as he thanked the audience for coming before joking that “this is one of the few rooms in the UK that has air conditioning!”

Harry said during his address: “Looking around this room, I see people representing different nations, different governments, different militaries, different organisations and different approaches to recovery. And that’s exactly as it should be.

“No two countries are the same. No two healthcare systems are the same. No two military cultures are the same. What brings us together is far more important than what sets us apart.

“Every one of us believes that those who have served their country – and in particular those whose lives have been changed by that service – deserve more than our gratitude. They deserve opportunity. The chance to redefine one’s Purpose and Identity. They deserve to truly feel our admiration and Respect. And they deserve every chance to build the life they choose beyond military service. That’s what the Invictus Community is all about.”

Harry concluded: “I hope you leave this conference with a deeper understanding of what the Invictus movement really is. Not simply a week of sport every few years, but a community united by one belief: that the unconquered human spirit exists in every nation and that our shared responsibility is to create the conditions in which it can flourish.”

A family is suing a daycare worker after their toddler sustained a brain injury from being dropped on the floor.

The 23-month-old tot was being looked after at membership-based fitness and hospitality centre, The Bay Club, in El Segundo, California.

He can be seen on CCTV footage approaching a member of staff, indicating he would like to be picked up, which she obliged and swung him into the air.

She then appeared to let go of his hands but failed to catch the child, named C.K. The pair tumbled to the floor, with the worker landing on top of him.

After moving to the side, she quickly comforts the little boy, who can be seen crying on the video as another staff member approaches them.

The family claim their son has been left with a severe brain injury and also accused the daycare of lying about the circumstances in which he was hurt.

‘The deception by the Bay Club of hiding this horrific incident from the parents is inexcusable,’ said the family’s attorney, Ryan Saba of Rosen Saba.

He continued: ‘The daycare facility should have the highest amount of care for the children, and if a child gets sick or injured, they should notify the parents with transparency and urgency.’

The toddler’s dad, Matthew Kittle, dropped him off at the centre around 8:30am on March 17, 2025, with the complaint alleging he planned to return two hours later.

In the complaint, where the Kittles are seeking an undisclosed amount for damages, they allege C.K. fell from an estimated height of 6ft.

Kittle was called to inform him of the fall, but claims he was told it was a normal fall and his son did not need to be collected early.

By 9.45am, they reportedly called him again and said C.K. needed to be picked up as he could not settle.

The lawsuit states: ‘The Bay Club gave Mr. Kittle the impression that C.K. only sustained a minor injury and that it was C.K. who was causing stress on the staff, which required a parent to retrieve the child.’

On arrival, Kittle saw the injuries were worse than reported but was apparently told the employee fell over while in a ‘squatting position’, so C.K. wasn’t far from the floor.

The toddler’s eye was allegedly swollen shut, with bruising on the right side of his face and swelling around his mouth. He was also said to be drowsy and irritable.

The lawsuit alleges a staff member told Kittle his son ‘wanted to go to sleep immediately after the fall and that the Bay Club’s employees had trouble keeping him awake.’

The family claims a doctor then diagnosed C.K. with concussion,  blunt head trauma and facial abrasion.

The Bay Club has said it is unable to comment on ongoing litigation.

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The property, located at 140 Atherton Road, Hindley, will be transformed into two two-bedroom flats and one three-bedroom flat.

Proposals submitted by Mr. Matt Mitchell aimed to utilise the unused two-storey corner-plot building at the junction of Atherton Road and Wenlock Street.

Standing currently empty, the building was previously granted approval for conversion into two flats on the first floor in 2020.

Then, in 2025, plans to turn the vacant building into four apartments were granted.

However, new plans were put forward for the whole property to become three multi-storey flats—each unit to spread across both ground and first floor.

The development promises a substantially renovated exterior, with the existing shopfront to be replaced with residential windows and doors.

New windows and doors at both ground and first floor levels are also part of the proposal.

Plans also include the transformation of the rear yard into a bin and cycle store, together with a small communal area for residents.

The building was previously in Class E use as a fresh fruit and vegetable shop.

The agent handling the application was Bill Schafer of Schafer Associates.

The Housing Enabling Team at Wigan Council responded positively to the proposal, noting that there is a growing demand for residential development within town centres.

While the plans do not reach the threshold that requires affordable housing provision, they offer a mix of housing types, conforming with the local policy directive.

The meeting national space standards, the flats are planned as 70.2sqm and 70.6sqm for the two-bedroom units, while the three-bedroom flat will be 94.9sqm.

The change of use is expected to reduce the number of vehicle movements compared to its current permitted Class E uses.

The Transport Policy Officers had no objections to the change of use considering the site stands in a highly sustainable location close to the town centre.

Despite the lack of designated in-curtilage parking, on-street options are believed to cover all requirements.

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It’s been over six months since Pluribus came out, and it’s still living rent-free in my mind. So why isn’t it for everybody else?

When the post-apocalyptic Apple TV Plus show from Breaking Bad creator Vince Gilligan first landed, it seemed to make a sizeable splash.

Bells clanged for the streaming network’s ‘most watched show’ in its history (360 million minutes viewed post-finale), beating the streamer’s megahit Severance to the top spot (even if this is still comparatively lower than other streaming service numbers).

That’s not its only accolade. It boasts a 99% Rotten Tomatoes critics’ score based on a whopping 184 reviews, and lead star Rhea Seehorn has deservedly scooped up a Golden Globe and Critics Choice award.

Now the star, 54, is celebrating an Emmy nomination alongside a total of 18 for the dystopian series where her moody and cynical character, Carol, is left unmoored when the rest of the world is swept up by a virus which makes them all perpetually happy.

You may think that, given all the show has going for it, I wouldn’t be able to move for praise for the actress, discourse about the show and recommendations from friends.

After all, this is what has happened to other major Apple hits like Severance, which burst into the mainstream with a bang, so even people who hadn’t seen the series could recognise Britt Lower as Helly from a mile away. Britt notably went on to win the Emmy that Rhea is now up for.

Seriously, I must have watched that scene of Adam Scott running through the corridors in Severance’s season two opener more times than I’ve seen my parents this year.

The show remains a staple of TV-loving conversation and, when the series finale took place, there was endless chatter about theories, love triangles and the existential doom it posed.

All of this buzz was well-deserved, and it’s firmly earned its place in the zeitgeist. So, with similar levels of acclaim, I can’t understand why Pluribus hasn’t made the same leap.

Especially when it comes to lead star Rhea, who delivers one of the best performances on TV this year. Yet when I mention the show to friends and family, I normally encounter the glazed-over look of someone who has no idea what I’m talking about.

Best case, I hear an apathetic: ‘Oh yeah, I’ve heard of that show, not watched it’.

Even comparing it to the kind of cultural capital Breaking Bad has accrued, it’s crickets.

As for other major Emmy nominees this year, I’ve heard far more about The Pitt, stars like Matthew Rhys for his performance in The Beast in Me, Euphoria and its star-studded cast and viral shows like Ryan Murphy’s Love Story than I have about Pluribus. It’s not even a competition.

It’s clear Pluribus hasn’t been everyone’s cup of tea, plateauing at a 68% Rotten Tomatoes audience score, with the most common complaint accusing it of being ‘boring’ and too much of a ‘slow burn’ to get into.

I agree that the show does have a slower pace and takes its time building this new world Carol is plunged into, but I would argue that for those who stick with it, this makes it all the better.

As a character, Carol is far more than a grumpy writer who loathes her fanbase. She’d known love, desire and had found her slice of happiness before it was cruelly snatched away from her.

She is desperately human in all the worst ways and, unlike the hardy heroes of many other post-apocalyptic dramas, succumbs to her weaknesses.

Yes, Carol is utterly unlikeable, especially at the beginning, but that’s what makes the actor’s endearing portrayal all the more impressive.

Rhea does a masterful job of portraying the grief Carol goes through, both for humanity and for her own life, as well as her genuine panic at ‘well, what the hell do I do now?’

Not to mention the utterly compelling dynamic between Carol and the virus-infected Zosia (played by fellow Emmy-nominated Karolina Wydra), whose will-they-won’t-they romance raises a whole host of moral conundrums.

Yet, aside from a handful of fellow fans, I’ve been bereft of the juicy, widespread debates about the twists and turns of the plot, Rhea’s award-winning turn, and everyone’s theories about season two.

Instead, I’ve been surviving on fan edits on TikTok and the occasional viral tweet that might spark some chatter. This is a call to all those Apple TV viewers to come out of your shell. Don’t be shy!

I can only hope more people switch on before the second season arrives and Rhea has to win the Emmy to make it so, then so be it!

Pluribus is available to stream on Apple TV Plus now.

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