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Sir Jim Ratcliffe could reportedly bring in a number of other financial backers to help him beat Sheikh Jassim bin Hamad al-Thani in the Manchester United takeover race.

Sir David Attenborough has planted an oak tree in honour of the late Queen to officially open a new Platinum Jubilee woodland in Richmond Park. The famed naturalist and TV presenter, 96, described Elizabeth II as a “great lover of trees” and “very fond” of the Royal Parks, and said the new wood in London was a fitting tribute to her memory.

Forget Springsteen, Alex Ferguson was The Boss back in the 80s.

Sir Rod Stewart has been forced to cancel an upcoming performance in Australia due to a mystery illness. The 78-year-old was due to play in the city of Geelong alongside his support acts Cyndi Lauper and Jon Stevens, as part of his ongoing A Day On The Green tour.

pic.twitter.com/gGypFuJSRd— LUDEN Automotive (@LUDENClassics) March 15, 2023 The Rolls Royce Silver Shadow Dropped coupe was Sir Michael Caine’s first owned car. Caine referred to himself as the “original bourgeois nightmare – a Cockney with intelligence and a million dollars,” which suits the type of vehicle he purchased.It was described as a luxurious car, “trimmed with a superlative mix of sumptuous leather hides, rich wood veneers, and deep lambswool carpet”, and was known to be “expensive.”According to the BBC, the actor walked into the Jack Barclay showroom in London with a list of things to buy: “Milk, bread, newspaper, cigarettes, Rolls Royce,” but was shot down because of his untidy appearance.Caine eventually purchased the car at another dealership later on.Sir Michael sold the vehicle two years later to a nightclub owner Jack Leach, who owned the car for 43 years until his death in 2013.The classic car went under extensive restoration before being sold, in addition to repainting it in its original black colour.Senior motor car specialist at H&H Classics Damian Jones said: “Sir Michael Caine is a true British icon, so it’s a pleasure to be able to offer his very first car for sale, which in itself is another great British classic.”In other news, Sir Michael Caine responded to claims that the 1964 film Zulu is piece of culture that “incites the far-right”.

Sir Jim Ratcliffe is at Old Trafford for talks over a possible Manchester United takeover.

Denise Welch prompted raucous laughter during Sir Michael Caine’s 90th birthday celebrations with a risque joke. The Loose Women panellist, 64, joined Hollywood star Tom Cruise and Mission: Impossible director Christopher McQuarrie at the River Cafe in west London. Other guests included David Walliams, who worked with Sir Michael on the 2021 crime drama Twist, and impresario Lord Andrew Lloyd Webber.

Sir Rod Stewart has sold his 2001 Ferrari 550 Barchetta at auction for over £300,000. The Maggie May singer joined the likes of Simon Cowell and actor Will Ferrell selling their luxury motors at the Barrett-Jackson’s Scottsdale Auction.

Sir Michael Caine starring in his latest project, The Great Escaper, has been released to celebrate the cinema icon’s 90th birthday. Two-time Oscar winner Sir Michael stars alongside Glenda Jackson in the forthcoming movie, which is based on the true story of a Second World War veteran who escapes from his nursing home to attend the 70th anniversary of the D-Day landings in Normandy. The image, released by Pathé in celebration of Sir Michael’s landmark birthday, shows the cockney acting great in character as Bernard Jordan, standing in the foreground adorned with war medals and saluting.

Sir Jim Ratcliffe is reportedly lining up Sir Dave Brailsford to lead the overhaul of Manchester United should his bid for the club be successful.

Manchester United takeover talk continues to abound after the club's 0-0 Premier League draw with Southampton.

“It was surreal,” former Manchester United defender David May once said of Sir Alex Ferguson regarding a 1996 team talk. “You were expecting the gaffer to absolutely rip everyone’s head off.”

Roger Deakins, legendary cinematographer and knight of the British realm, cut to the chase: In his view several of the best examples of cinematography are missing from this year’s Oscars list.

What is spinal stenosis?The Mayo Clinic explains: "Spinal stenosis happens when the space inside the backbone is too small. "This can put pressure on the spinal cord and nerves that travel through the spine. "People who have the condition can experience pain, tingling, numbness and muscle weakness, which can worsen over time.

It was on May 23, 2007, when Italian icon Paolo Maldini wrote his name into the history books and secured his place in Champions League folklore.

Sir Alex Ferguson is one of the great names of British football, with his name transcending the game to become a recognisable figure across wider sporting culture.

Sir Rod Stewart is no stranger to charity work and helping others in need. His most recent act of kindness has seen him foot the bill of more hospital scans across the country in a bid to reduce NHS waiting lists.

A new BBC series that will see Sir David Attenborough explore Scotland is set to premiere this week.

Keir Starmer emerged – including one taken during her Partygate probe. The pictures reignited the ‘impartiality’ row engulfing the former top civil servant after she quit her Whitehall role last week to become Sir Keir’s chief of staff. Allies of former prime minister Boris Johnson claim the move shows that her Partygate report, which contributed to his downfall, was a Labour ‘stitch-up’.

With one trophy under his belt and the possibility of another three still alive, Erik ten Hag is ahead of schedule in his first season at Manchester United.

March 1 marks one of the most colourful days in the Welsh calendar, as people come together to celebrate St David's Day. If you spot someone with a leek or daffodil pinned to their lapel today, this traditional celebration is the reason behind it.The annual event marks the passing of the patron saint of Wales, Saint David. He was a well-known figure in the 6th century, whose cultural presence can still be felt in the country to this day.