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Sky Sports signs biggest TV deal in darts history as ‘Luke Littler effect’ leads to record viewing figures
SKY SPORTS have signed the biggest TV deal in darts – and it is all down to the “Luke Littler effect”.
The subscription channel has agreed a new five-year contract with the Professional Darts Corporation to showcase six majors annually between 2025-2030.
Starting in December, the agreement will cover the PDC World Darts Championship at Ally Pally, the 17-week Premier League road show, the World Cup of Darts, the World Matchplay in Blackpool, the World Grand Prix in Leicester and the Grand Slam of Darts in Wolverhampton.
Last month, the Telegraph reported that Sky had beaten Netflix to a £125million deal – worth £25million per year, more than double its existing rights fee in recognition of the growth in darts viewing figures.
SunSport has put those figures to Sky and the PDC but both declined to comment.
Sky have broadcast the sport since December 1993 when the PDC (formerly the World Darts Council) set up a rival world championship following a bitter legal battle and split from the now-defunct British Darts Organisation (BDO).
What strengthened the hand of the PDC in the negotiations this time was the incredible emergence and nationwide interest in Littler over the past 14 months.
When he reached the World Darts Championship final on his debut in January 2024, aged just 16, it captured the imagination of the sporting public.
A record non-football Sky Sports/Now TV audience of 4.8million tuned in as Littler was beaten 7-4 by Luke Humphries in the finale to the flagship event in North London.
Twelve months later, a peak audience of 3.1million tuned in as Littler went one better, smashing Michael van Gerwen 7-3 in the final to win the £500,000 jackpot.
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Figures throughout 2024 on Sky rose considerably as Littler played on tour for the first time.
Notably, he won the Premier League Darts – he hit a nine-darter in the final win over Humphries – and banked £315,000 in prize money.
In November, he became Grand Slam champion when he crushed Martin Lukeman 16-3 in the final.
In 2024, Littler came top in Google’s most-searched athletes in the UK, ahead of football superstars Lamine Yamal and Jude Bellingham as well as Olympic champions Simone Biles and Adam Peaty.
Littler has earned more than £1.5million in prize money since turning professional and brought a much younger audience to the sport.
All the Ryanair flights scrapped for 2025 including Spanish hotspots as airline axes ANOTHER European route
IRISH holidaymakers are set for a major blow as a number of Ryanair destinations have been axed for 2025.
The budget airline has made the decision to cancel flights in some European spots due to “excessive fees” and aviation taxes.
The low-cost airline is now scrapping flights to and from Aalborg.
The news comes after Denmark announced new aviation taxes.
The tax has introduced a 50DKK (€6.70) fee for all passengers departing Denmark, which is paid for by airlines.
The cancellation will see Ryanair‘s base at Billund Airport closing, as they scrap the flights by the end of March 2025.
A spokesperson said: “We are very disappointed to announce the closure of our 2 aircraft Billund base and our operations at Aalborg from the end of March, but we have been left with no other choice following the Danish Govt’s short-sighted decision to introduce a harmful aviation tax from Jan 2025.”
This will result in 1.7million fewer seats to and from the city, 32 route cancellations and the loss of two aircrafts as Ryanair reallocate capacity to other EU countries that don’t have aviation taxes.
Denmark will now face a decline in connectivity, tourism and jobs.
Sweden, Hungary and Italy are eliminating aviation taxes in an effort to boost growth, which will see more tourists fly there.
According to Aviation24, Ryanair pilots and crew in Billund have been offered transfers within the airline’s network.
As Ryanair close down its route, it’s expected that KLM, the other airline to provide flights from Dublin to Aalborg will hike up their prices.
And unfortunately for passengers, this isn’t the only route that has been given the chop.
Last month, Ryanair confirmed they will cut flights at seven regional Spanish airports this summer over “excessive fees”.
The Irish budget airline will quit operating in Jerez, and Vallodolid, and reduce flights in and out of Vigo, Santiago de Compostela, Zaragoza, Santander, and Asturias.
Ryanair said the move was down to fees put in place by State-controlled airport operator Aena.
The flight cuts will see 12 routes affected with capacity being dropped by 18 per cent, with 800,000 passenger seats cancelled.
Ryanair said they’ll move the aircraft and capacity to countries “where governments encourage growth” like Italy, Sweden, Croatia, Hungary and Morocco.
The airline has long had issue with fees charged by Aena, previously taking action over attempts to increase fees amid a five-year charge freeze.
Meanwhile, Aer Lingus has launched a huge spring city break sale – with cheap seats to top spots in Europe.
The Irish airline is offering cheap flights to over 35 destinations but bargain punters need to act fast as the sale is around for a limited time.
Thousands of flight seats are on offer with fares starting from just €35.99 one way.
The sale includes a range of popular cities, providing an affordable opportunity for those who wish to adventure in the hidden gems of Europe.
However, jet setters must act fast to bag these sales as the seats are quickly selling out and thousands of holidaymakers are busy planning their city breaks with the upcoming bank holiday weekends.
FLIGHTS SCRAPPED BY RYANAIR
Ryanair have scrapped or reduced a number of flights to European hotspots, leaving jetsetters short.
The routes scrapped include:
- Aalborg in Denmark
- Jerez in Spain
- Vallodolid in Spain
They will reduce flights to and from:
- Vigo in Spain
- Santiago de Compostela in Spain
- Zaragoza in Spain
- Santander in Spain
- Asturias in Spain
The stunning Mediterranean island that appeared on Made in Chelsea… with 200 beaches and wine boat tours
MADE in Chelsea fans may have spotted a beautiful island on the TV show – with the crew often filmed on the French island of Corsica.
Even better – it takes just over two hours to get there from the UK for some Mediterranean sunshine.
If you thought the island of Corsica was just a pricey place for the socialites of Chelsea, think again.
It is possible to achieve on a budget as we found direct return flights for as little as £74 from London Gatwick to Corsica with EasyJet.
As for accommodation, you can find hotels for as little as £45 per night for two.
With over 200 beautiful beaches, it can be hard to know which to choose.
One that has been recommended for being “ideal for families” is Ostriconi.
Found on the north of the island, the beach is soft and sandy with shallow water perfect for paddling.
One TripAdvisor reviewer wrote: “This was definitely the best beach we found in Corsica.”
Just note that there are no facilities, so you’ll have to take your own towels and drinks onto the beach.
In contrast, the Tamaricciu beach found on the south of the island comes with loungers perched on the sand.
There’s also a beach club at the very end of the spot where you can enjoy gelato, a cold drink, or local food.
For anyone seeking history, take a gander around the Villages of la Balagne.
The region, high up on the mountains, gives incredible sea views over the island and it feels like you’re walking back in time as they’re barely changed from when they were built centuries ago.
The region was once the home of artists and in the village of Pigna winding streets you’ll find hand-painted music boxes and colourful ceramics for sale.
Each village offers its own crafts, from jams and honey to jewellery, hand-woven baskets and oils – so it’s worth a visit if you want something more than a basic souvenir.
The official travel guide for the island suggests visiting Ajaccio, the capital of Corsica and the birth place of former French Emperor, Napoleon Bonaparte – and you’ll see his legacy everywhere.
His former house Maison Bonaparte is a two-minute walk to the marina, and his name also appears on streets and in the museums.
The heart of the city is a great place to explore chic shops, cafés and restaurants.
The island is also a great place to hop on a boat tour. There’s one that stops off to enjoy a Corsican wine tasting hosted by a sommelier and a local wine-grower while watching the sunset.
If staying on-land is what you’d prefer there are guided bus tours, organised walking groups and even a train that will take you on a two hour tour along the coastline from £15 per person.
If you fancy doing Corsica like the Made in Chelsea cast, head to the Cala Rossa on the south of the island.
It’s an exclusive area visited by celebrities like Leonardo DiCaprio and Beyoncé who have both stayed in the glamorous Domaine de Murtoli hotel.
The cast also headed to the popular beach side restaurant, Le Tiki Chez Marco, in Lecci. On TripAdvisor, the restaurant is firm favourite in the area.
Our Corsica Trip from Hiking to Cocktails
Sun Travel took a trip to Corsica and here were our best bits...
Corsica gave us the perfect mix of adventure and relaxation, with its breathtaking tropical beaches, dramatic mountains, and clear turquoise waters just a short flight away.
Our stay at Marina D’Erba Rossa with Eurocamp was ideal for a family getaway, featuring a cosy campervan, a sparkling lagoon pool, and delightful touches like peacocks roaming the site and a miniature zoo that captivated the children.
Mornings began with freshly baked baguettes and pastries enjoyed al fresco amidst leafy trees and golden sands, while evenings were spent indulging in mouthwatering Mediterranean dishes at the campsite’s Le Nemo or local restaurants.
Beyond the beach, Corsica’s rugged wilderness beckoned with hidden swimming holes, scenic hiking trails, and thrilling canyoning adventures, while the historic forts and vibrant marina at Bonifacio added a cultural twist to our trip.
From soft sands and swaying palm trees to the fusion of French and Italian flavours, Corsica delivered a dream family holiday we can’t wait to experience again.
One guest praised the restaurant for the “copious cheese and charcuterie platter” another added it was “true paradise with beautiful sunset and views”
The cast later dined in Porto-Vecchio with the cast spotted at al fresco restaurant Les Beaux Arts.
As for daytime activities, the cast took a boat out on the water adn headed to Bonifacio on the southern tip of Corsica.
Here they rented a boat for the day to explore the hidden beaches only accessible by boat or foot.
Temperatures on Corsica see highs of 30C between May and September. In the winter, the average temperature is around 12C.
That being said, the island has hundreds of days of sunshine throughout the year, so it is still a great choice for a winter getaway.
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Відкрито новий гормон, що пригнічує апетит
Вчені виявили новий гормон раптин, що виробляється гіпоталамусом під час сну та безпосередньо впливає на апетит і метаболізм, що може відкрити нові можливості для лікування ожиріння. by @EyeEm Попередні дослідження вже показали, що нестача сну підвищує рівень греліну, який стимулює апетит, і знижує секрецію лептину, що порушує відчуття ситості. Нове відкриття підтверджує, що якість сну […]Little-known car brand to launch in the UK with three new models – including cheaper alternative to Land Rover Defender
ANOTHER little-known car brand from China is hoping to become a hit in the UK with the release of three new models.
GWM, which stands for Great Wall Motor, already sells the Ora 03 – or, as it used to be known, ‘Funky Cat’ – alongside the upcoming Haval Jolion Pro Hybrid, a mid-size crossover.
But the ambitious car maker, which releases motors under various model lines, such as Ora, a range of small EVs, and Haval, which specialises in crossovers and SUVs, is now looking to launch a pick-up truck and several SUVs.
Ora and Haval are joined by the likes of Poer, Wey and Tank – and they could all come to a GWM dealership near you soon enough.
Poer, known as Great Wall Pao in China, was introduced to the Australian market in 2024 with a hybrid pick-up truck called the Sahar, where it has enjoyed huge success.
The Tank line, which is also rumoured to be on its way to the UK, is perhaps the most intriguing; featuring a rugged off-roader called the 300 that could be considered a cheaper alternative to the Land Rover Defender.
Like the Sahar, the 300 is currently on sale in Australia for a price that roughly matches £22,500 and features a 2.0-litre turbocharged petrol engine with a hybrid system and four-wheel drive.
Furthermore, the Wey 05 plug-in hybrid is a premium SUV that’s aimed at the European market.
In the meantime, the Haval Jolion Pro Hybrid will go on sale by February, priced from £23,995.
It will rival the likes of the Dacia Duster Hybrid 140 and MG ZS Hybrid.
GWM joins a host of other Chinese car brands that have debuted in the UK in recent years.
Late last year, we reported on Omoda, who were looking to take on the likes of Nissan and Kia with two incredibly low-priced new models.
They’ll be joined by Avatr, which is coming to the UK by the end of 2025 as part of a joint venture between battery specialist CATL, carmaker Changan and tech giants Huawei.
Already a hit in Thailand, their first release will likely be the ‘11’ SUV, which is similar in size to the BMW X5.
Leapmotor are perhaps best-placed to take the UK by storm with the release of two budget motors – including a small EV that is priced at just £15,995.
Their offerings are the C10 family SUV and the T03 city car – with the latter standing out for its £15,995 price tag, making it the UK’s second-cheapest electric car at just £1,000 more than the Dacia Spring.
Similar in looks to the Kia Picanto, Sun Motors supremo Rob Gill has already taken the T03 for a spin, describing it in his road test as a “no-frills, budget EV” and highlighting that it’s £6,000 cheaper than a Fiat 500.
Indeed, Leapmotor has teamed up with Fiat-making Stellantis – who owns the likes of Vauxhall, Peugeot, Citroen and others – to build and sell their cars in Europe.
‘Best legs on TV’ cry fans as Ireland AM star Muireann O’Connell returns on air in mini skirt that ‘doesn’t fit her
IRELAND AM star Muireann O’Connell’s fans have branded her as having the “best legs on TV”.
The Virgin Media star returned on air this morning alongside Tommy Bowe and Karen Koster, who filled in for Alan Hughes.
Muireann often shares her work outfit details before heading out on air.
She recorded herself getting ready in the dressing room this morning and shared it on Instagram.
The Limerick native popped on a matching khaki green top and mini skirt from & Other Stories.
She buttoned up the long sleeve cardigan over a white cami top from Sinead Keary the Label.
Muireann fiddled around with her outfit and explained: “In my head, this was gonna work and it’s ended up not fitting… anywhere.
“Bar the colour, this is almost the same outfit I wore for my junior cert results night.”
The popular presenter finished off her look wearing snake skin knee-high heeled boots from Penneys.
Muireann went “full 90s” with her new bob as she put in some foam rollers to give her hair some volume.
She accessorised with gold knot earrings, a gold chain, a gold pendant necklace and a gold wrist watch.
Muireann’s friends and fans all loved her outfit, despite her worries, and raced to the comment section with compliments.
Jennifer wrote: “Love this outfit on you and as for the hair.”
Linda commented: “Best legs on TV.”
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Steve said: “Great legs you have.”
Maureen added: “I absolutely love this on you plus your figure is just incredible, this outfit of the day section brings so much joy… thank you.”
Muireann revealed her new hair transformation last week on the show.
She got the ends of her hair chopped off and cut into a chic bob.
Muireann’s hair had also been dyed a brighter shade of blonde and beautifully curled.
Boy, 12, died on bike ride with dad when he ‘slammed into telegraph pole after brakes failed in freak accident’
A SCHOOLBOY died on a bike ride with his dad when he slammed into a telegraph pole after his brakes failed, an inquest heard.
Rufus Pomeroy, 12, had travelled to Hay-on-Wye, Powys, for a planned camping trip when the horror unfolded.
An inquest heard Rufus realised his brakes were not working and would push his bike until the terrain was flat.
But the schoolboy was on a road he did not know “which quickly descended into a steep hill”.
Rufus, of Bristol, lost control of the bike and suffered a “heavy collision” with a telegraph pole on May 28 last year.
Dad William, who had stopped near a farm gate, found Rufus lying unconscious on his back and his bike on the ground.
He was rushed to hospital but died from catastrophic head injuries that day.
The inquest was told Rufus, who had “autistic tendencies” was not wearing a helmet.
Coroner Rachel Knight ruled an accidental verdict.
She said: “Sadly, likely due to the speed he achieved and his lack of working brakes, Rufus lost control of his bike and suffered a heavy collision with a telegraph pole.
“Rufus was not wearing a helmet, and sustained catastrophic head injuries.
“He was taken to hospital, and tragically he died.”
Rufus, who was a pupil at Redland Green School, was described by headteacher Ben Houghton as “a lovely and valued member of our school community”.
He said at the time that the school community had been “deeply saddened” and “devastated” by the loss.
In a letter to parents, the headteacher wrote: “I would like to express our heartfelt thoughts and condolences to Rufus’s family and friends during this incredibly difficult time.”
Virgin Media customers unlock TWO new TV channels on their boxes at no extra cost devoted to iconic shows
VIRGIN Media customers will find two extra channels on their boxes from today – and it’s great news for reality TV lovers.
Each channel specialises in two iconic shows well-known to Brits with back-to-back episodes aired 24/7.
First up is a Hell’s Kitchen channel, led by fiery chef Gordon Ramsay.
Viewers will find the special channel on number 233.
And the other channel is everything Eggheads, with classic episodes of the long-running quiz show where amateur quiz players take on super-brain champions.
The Eggheads channel sits at number 253.
Both channels are new streamed broadcasts which are beamed into living rooms via the internet instead of your traditional cable set-up.
Virgin Media has already introduced a number of these channels – known as FAST (free ad-supported TV) channels – to TV boxes.
Virgin TV already has around 30, including favourites Tipping Point and Deal or No Deal.
Unlike most streamed channel services that are run through an app, these appear directly on the Virgin TV programme guide.
The move comes as Brits are faced with ever-increasing TV bills.
Rival Sky revealed this morning that the average customer will see their bill rise by 6.2% from April 1.
Netflix recently announced subscriptions will rise in the US – and experts expect the UK will follow suit soon.
Recent data from Kantar suggests more Brits are opting for Netflix’s cheaper ad tier subscription which costs £4.99.
Research indicates that one in three new subscribers are going for the ad option to save money.
Meanwhile, traditional TV providers face yet more channel loses.
Just last week Eurosport announced that it will disappear from UK screens later this month after 35 years of broadcasting.
“Reality TV doesn’t just entertain us, but tests our knowledge, gives us something to chat about for those water cooler moments, and most importantly, brings TV fans together,” said David Bouchier, Chief TV and Entertainment Officer at Virgin Media O2.
“The expansion of our streaming channel offering is brilliant news for our customers, and with some of the most recognisable reality content available to watch our customers can sit back, relax and enjoy extra value – and extra drama – on us.”
The new channels are available on Stream, V6 and Virgin TV 360 boxes.
Stream swapping – the easy way to cut your bills?
Here’s what Sean Keach, The Sun’s Head of Technology and Science, thinks…
It’s no secret that TV streaming apps are costing more and more.
Not only are prices shooting up, but we find ourselves asked to pay for an increasing number of apps and services.
And when you combine those TV bills with your music streaming, mobile and internet fees, and every other drain on your bank account, it all starts to get a bit much.
One of the best ways to cut your TV bills is to simply cancel all of your streaming subscriptions and only sign up to one per month.
Pick an app like Netflix, Disney+, or Apple TV+ and smash through all of the content you want to watch on that app.
Then the next month, swap to something else.
And once you’ve done them all, you can cycle back to the start again.
It’s an easy way to avoid forking out for a rolling library of streaming apps with more content than you could possibly watch.
Also don’t forget that paid-for streaming isn’t the only game in town.
There are loads of apps that don’t cost a penny to enjoy, and downloading a few will unlock thousands of live TV channels plus tens of thousands of movies and shows.
Try apps like Tubi, The Roku Channel, Plex, and Pluto TV to get some ad-supported television without having to pay any monthly fees.
Meet Nico O’Reilly, 19, who could replace Rodri and was denied Chelsea transfer as Man City feared ‘another Cole Palmer’
NICO O’REILLY did not expect to play a minute when he was selected in Manchester City’s squad for their four match pre-season tour of the USA in July.
But three weeks later he had scored against Barcelona in Orlando – and also had a Community Shield winner’s medal in his pocket after holding his own against five-time Champions League winner Casemiro against rivals Manchester United at Wembley.
He was denied a deadline day move to Chelsea, as City feared another ‘Cole Palmer’ situation and one of their academy lads starring in West London.
HOW DO THEY PLAY AND WHO DO THEY REMIND YOU OF?
Well, anyone who follows City’s youngsters should forget what they thought they knew about O’Reilly – because Guardiola has other ideas.
The boss announced in the States – to the surprise of everyone – that O’Reilly, 19, could be a deputy for Rodri as a holding midfielder.
Praise doesn’t come much higher than that at City.
However it raised some eyebrows as he has generally played further forward – even as a No10 or a false nine – while coming through the academy system at City.
But maybe his versatility is what appeals to the Etihad boss, who does like a midfielder who can fill a variety of positions
After a spell on the sidelines with injury last season, the England Under-20 star returned to training and Guardiola was shocked by how much he had grown.
The hope at City is he can use that physicality and grow into the role that Rodri plays so effectively as he reads the game particularly well.
He also showed that he is much more than just a stopper with his superbly taken goal against Barcelona in Orlando.
That was more like the O’Reilly they knew at the City Football Academy – where he had a reputation for scoring eye-catching goals.
He netted his first for the senior side in the 8-0 FA Cup demolition of Salford.
His Under-21 coaches say he would be capable of doing a variety of different jobs for Pep and that he has all the attributes to be a top player.
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He’s been playing for his boyhood club City since the Under nines and has come through in the same cohort as Rico Lewis.
He made the bench for Pep Guardiola’s first team at Brighton in spring 2023 but then a serious ankle injury stopped his progress.
However he has picked up where he left off. At City they still talk about a scorpion kick he scored against Middlesbrough for the youth team and a 40-yard lob against United in the junior derby.
WHAT ARE THE EXPERTS SAYING?
Ben Wilkinson is now boss of City’s EDS but has seen O’Reilly come through the ranks. He said: “Historically, he’s played as a No8 – or a No10 in the academy.
“But his ceiling is very high – and he’s got more attributes than people give him credit for. His technical level is very high. Hopefully he can put his physicality into his game because he’s got a lot of things you need to be a top midfielder.
“His performances were one of the highlights of the tour so hopefully Pep has learned if he needs to use him then he can.
He’s a guy who will be a player
Guardiola on O'Reilly
Guardiola himself said: “He’s a guy who will be a player. He was injured for a long time last season.
“He came back in the middle of the season, trained with us and I said ‘Wow. This guy is big.”
He’s about 6ft 2in and has a presence about him.
WHAT DOES THE NEXT 12 MONTHS HOLD?
Guardiola insisted he would be part of the first team squad this season and he has played a couple of times despite the return of Ilkay Gundogan making an already congested scrap for midfield places even more crowded.
O’Reilly has started in the Carabao Cup against Watford and Tottenham – and made his Champions League bow against Sparta Prague before netting in the FA Cup against Salford.
He will hope there is more to come, especially after the move to London was rejected.
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