Uruguay 2, Holland 3 Holland will have their chance to exorcise the ghosts of World Cup finals past on Sunday. Goals from Giovanni van Bronckhorst, Wesley Sneijder and Arjen Robben secured a semi-final victory over Uruguay in Cape Town and a chance
A Chinese student adopted at birth so her mother could try for a son jumped to her death from a multi-storey car park in Bradford city centre, an inquest heard. Li Li Wang, who lived in Bradford with her aunt and her second husband, had been
Yorkshire wicketkeeper Gerard Brophy believes Adil Rashid is on top of his game after claiming four wickets against Warwickshire at Headingley yesterday. Replying to the White Rose county’s 425, the Bears reached 221-7 from 65 overs at close on day
Nick Brook was the Burley hero, taking seven wickets for 19 runs off 15 overs to dismiss Adel for 84 and set up an eight-wicket win that keeps them top of Aire-Wharfe League Division One. There was more outstanding bowling by Ben Lister
Shipley Club A won 17-13 at fellow strugglers Eccleshill B to boost their chances or avoiding relegation from the BRADFORD SATURDAY LEAGUE Naylor Premier section. Shipley carded six winners to log their first away victory of the season and
Baildon visited New Wortley in Division A of the Dales Council League, with Mubasher Khan (85no) and Kash Malik (53no) taking the score to 230-6, but New Wortley won with three wickets remaining, Rashid Khan scoring 92 and Usman Rasool 55.
BRADFORD LEAGUES SATURDAY Naylor: Eccleshill B 175 (13), Shipley Club A 180 (17); Guiseley A 138 (4), Brighouse Sports A 205 (26); Pudsey Littlemoor A 171 (13), Crossgates 180 (17); Clayton A 196 (21), Eccleshill A 167 (9); Pudsey A 190
City boss Peter Taylor gave his players the option to choose their own shirt numbers for the 2010-11 campaign. Most of last season’s first-team squad will keep the same numbers but some have changed, although Taylor insists there is nothing
This year’s Sir James Roberts Cup final will see a new name on the trophy on Sunday, August 1 as neither finalist has won the cup before. Heaton defeated league leaders Cambing (97) by three wickets in a close encounter. Mohammed Naveed claimed 4-38
Running Log A busy week on the road, fells, trails and track saw 7,000 runners turn out in Leeds for the JANE TOMLINSON 10K. Many had the chance of a lifetime to beat a seven-months pregnant Paula Radcliffe. Eccleshill’s Mick Hogan said: “It’s not
The family of a Bradford police sergeant who died suddenly are unlikely to ever know exactly what killed him. It could have been pollen, an insect bite or food, but the true source of whatever triggered an allergic shock in Philip Goss will
Warwickshire had the better of the second afternoon session at Headingley but Oliver Hannon-Dalby and Adil Rashid both struck before tea. Yorkshire lost Tino Best and Hannon-Dalby soon after lunch to wrap up their first innings for 425. They had started
Despite the risk of dangerous levels of skin damage a fifth of people admit to not using sunscreen at all, according to a recent report by Superdrug and Cancer Research UK. The survey of more than 2,000 people across the UK reveals we're a nation of
Fashion students from Bradford and Skipton will be showcasing their design talents at next week’s Great Yorkshire Show. A stunning range of coats, inspired by the Ballet Russe and composer Igor Stravinsky, have been created by Craven College students
A rapist who subjected a student nurse to a terrifying ordeal has been jailed for six years – more than two decades after the attack. Lee Martin, now a 40-year-old father-of-three, committed the offence in 1988, but was only trapped last year
There were shocks aplenty in the Bradford Evening League last Wednesday as the top three teams in both divisions all lost. Haworth Road put an end to Thornton’s unbeaten record in Division One thanks to Waleed Akhtar and Sahm Ali. Both scored half
A former international rugby player gave awards to pupils at their annual presentation evening. Doddie Weir, who played for Scotland and was Barbarians captain, was invited to Thornton Grammar School, from where one of his relatives, head teacher John
Yorkshire advanced to 417-8 at lunch on day two of their County Championship match against Warwickshire at Edgbaston. Wicketkeeper Gerard Brophy completed the seventh first-class century of his career, only his second for Yorkshire. But the Tykes,
Manorlands’ annual garden party takes place on Sunday. And the event has a new main sponsor, Oakworth firm SA Labels whose managing director Jonathan Hutton said: “We were honoured to be asked to sponsor this prestigious event and are delighted
In July, 1940, HMAS Sydney sank the Italian Cruiser Bartoelomeo Collioni and severely damaged her sister ship, the Giovanni Delle Bonde Nere, in the Battle of Cape Spada (Crete). After returning to her namesake city for repairs, she sailed to patrol
Norwood Green and Salem Athletic will contest the Bradford Central League Waddilove Trophy final on Sunday, August 1 after some tremendous individual semi-final performances. Norwood Green had a terrific start from Muddasser Hussain (110) and Nasir Mahmood
Local artist Kath Tarpy is exhibiting original paintings and limited-edition prints in Haworth. The exhibition and sale is at the village’s Visitor Information Centre on Main Street until next Saturday. Kath is among artists who helped community groups
The following have been dealt with for not having a TV licence: Natalie Adams, aged 28, of Tamar Street, Canterbury; Saiqa Ali, aged 33, of Moore Avenue, Great Horton; Kayligh Archer, aged 21, of Haycliffe Hill Road, Little Horton; Zaneta Balogova,
A school exams officer is leading a residents’ campaign against the conversion of a private house into a home in Steeton for five mentally ill people. Alyson Robinson, who works at Aireville School in Skipton, has collected more than 60 signatures from
A group of schoolgirls are making their mark on the fashion world after setting up their own company making T-shirts for PE. The girls, aged 10 and 11, from Rawdon St Peter’s Primary School, have sold more than 120 customised T-shirts through their
David Howe, of Burley-in-Wharfedale is helping a national charity raise awareness of bowel cancer by presenting talks in workplaces across Yorkshire and the North West. The 62-year-old became involved with the charity Beating Bowel Cancer after he was
A damp, cloudy and blustery afternoon isn’t typical of July but some great scores were accumulated in the latest round of fixtures in the West Riding Sunday Council League. Abaseen’s Umar Khan put 75 on the board, supported by Asad Bashir with 61 to
Uruguay striker Diego Forlan has ruled out ever returning to the Barclays Premier League to put an end to rumours linking him with a move to Tottenham this summer. The 31-year-old was an integral part of the Atletico Madrid side that won the Europa
Craven League Division One leaders Bradley encountered few problems when they entertained Ingrow. The visitors were restricted to 88-9 in their innings. Mark Price retired hurt on 28 after deflecting the ball off his shoulder into his face.
Germany coach Joachim Low believes that neutralising Andres Iniesta and Xavi will be the key to his side's hopes of upsetting Spain in Wednesday's World Cup semi-final in Durban. The Barcelona pair played major roles when Vicente del Bosque's team
Uruguay coach Oscar Tabarez insisted his side will feel no embarrassment when they line up against Holland in the World Cup semi-final at the Green Point stadium on Tuesday night. Tabarez maintains that Luis Suarez did not cheat when he handled the
Regeneration chiefs were today due to unveil proposals for a hi-tech business park costing up to £25 million. The public exhibition is the chance for people to see the plans for the development in Buck Lane, Baildon. It will be on one
Bradford’s highest honour looks set to be bestowed on supermarket guru Sir Ken Morrison following a special meeting of Bradford Council next week. Sir Ken retired as chairman of Bradford-based Morrisons in 2008 after more than 50 years with the firm,
A father has paid tribute to his “marvellous” son who died at a classic motorbike race after being poisoned by toxic fumes from a smouldering barbecue. David Swallow, 29, a former pupil of Yorkshire Martyrs Catholic College, Westgate Hill Street
Susan Lamb knew something was wrong during a run with friends. “It was a fun run with friends in May 1993. We were running and came to Hirst Wood. As I went through, I seemed to be losing co-ordination. I told my friends that the way my legs
England’s World Cup quest may have been disappointingly brief, but the Premier League can still enjoy some reflected glory from Holland’s charge to the semi-finals. The Dutch take on Uruguay in Cape Town on Tuesday looking to recreate the 1970s glory
Former investors in nationalised lender Bradford & Bingley claim they have been “denied justice” after the independent valuer of the stricken business decided they should receive no compensation for their shares. The decision affects some
A Bradford school pupil has been chosen as the top learner from across every secondary school in West Yorkshire in an annual awards scheme. Ifedamola Adisa, 16, who attends Grange Technology College, has won the 2010 Aimhigher West Yorkshire Year Nine
Ever wanted to become a music video star? If you are over 16 and live in Bradford, this could by your chance. Hip hop artist Rahul Sabbarwal is shooting a video in the city from Saturday and is looking for a cast of extras to support him. The 21-year-old
Bradford’s young film-makers had their masterpieces scrutinised and celebrated during an Oscars-style showdown at the National Media Museum. Teams of children from 18 primary schools across the district produced their own digital animation
SIR – Britain is reaching a crossroads as we lurch towards the introduction of gigantic American-style factory farms. Plans are due to be resubmitted for what would Europe’s largest-ever dairy farm, where over 8,000 cattle will be kept inside nearly
SIR – For once, I agree with Keith Thomson in his latest Envirowatch (T&A, June 30), though I am still not espoused as he is to the theory man is largely responsible for climate change. You kindly published my letter (T&A, June 25) touching on the BP
SIR – At my age, I look back to the past rather than to the future, but it is good to remember happy times. I saw Laurel and Hardy leaving the Midland Hotel to appear at the Alhambra. As I sat in the Arndale Centre, I thought of the old Kirkgate Market
SIR – The City Park looks like it’s going to have a shortfall of £1.3 million, which is five per cent of the specified cost. Therefore, those involved in the project should be asked to reduce their prices by five per cent. The artist’s impression in
SIR – I read with great interest the list of Yorkshire Forward’s cuts (T&A, July 2), but noted this quango is keeping tight-lipped on the fate of the Odeon. Surely now this public-funded body can do itself and the citizens of Bradford a favour by giving
SIR – In response to Nick Clegg’s recent request, the first law to be repealed should be the invidious smoking ban – even non-smokers can see its detrimental effect on our national culture by now. Just check the target criteria which Nick Clegg defined
A widow has said she is ‘heartbroken’ after a plaque in Addingham dedicated to her late husband was stolen. Jane Aldridge said she could not understand why thieves would steal the memorial to husband Mick, a former vice-chairman of the village
A company that helps Bradford babies learn to swim has scooped a prestigious national award for the third year running. Water Babies secured top prize in the ‘What’s on 4 Little Ones 2010’ awards in the category for Best National Baby & Toddler Development
Bradford businesses are becoming more concerned about financial pressures but are driving the economic recovery forward nevertheless, according to research published today. As it released the results of its latest survey, Bradford Chamber of
Organisers of a prestigious international tennis tournament in Ilkley are worried a group of gipsies could ruin the competition. The £10,000 JM Glendinning Group Ilkley International Tournament started on Sunday and features some of the country
The Government has scrapped the district’s multi-million-pound school rebuilding project in a national cull of the Building Schools for the Future (BSF) programme. The decision leaves the district facing an education crisis with its school
Fresh from a triumphant gig at Glastonbury, Bradford band New York Alcoholic Anxiety Attack are performing in their home city. The band, described as a ‘cross between T-Rex, MC5 and Black Rebel Motorcycle Club’, have wowed audiences at festivals around
Eye-witness interviews with neighbours Fazal Mohammed, Ashiq Ali, Mohammed Arshad, Iron Miah A house fire in Bradford today has left two children dead and a woman in critical condition. The blaze broke out at a house in Hendford
Tomorrow marks the fifth anniversary of the London bombings, when 52 people were killed and many more injured after four Yorkshire Muslim suicide bombers exploded bombs on the underground and on a bus. To coincide with the anniversary, the London-based
Dogged determination and daily driving lessons paid off for 76-year-old Mubarak Sear, who passed his driving test in Bradford after being told in his home town of Milton Keynes that he was too old to drive. As reported in the T&A, Mr Sear’s driving
25 years ago: Former Prime Minister Harold Wilson gave his final speech as Chancellor of Bradford University. 50 years ago: The need for the utmost economy in the use of water in Baildon was emphasised by Councillor C Dewhirst, chairman of
It is no surprise the new Government has halted the final phase of Building Schools for the Future – a £55 billion scheme to rebuild and refurbish every secondary school in England. This flagship Labour programme was always likely to be in the firing
Mick Potter is favourite to be named Bulls boss, contrary to reports in the national press suggesting Brian McDermott will be unveiled this week. The club are still locked in negotiations with their preferred choice as successor to Steve McNamara
Has a local girl band got the ‘over all’ X-Factor? The glam girls who call themselves The Mechanics have got through auditions to perform in front of Simon Cowell, Louis Walsh and other celebrity judges this weekend. They have all been
Former Pakistani captain Younus Khan visited Bradford yesterday to urge the Asian community to support their tour of England. They play Test matches against Australia at Lord’s and Headingley (July 21-25), as well as two Twenty20 internationals
A 20-year-old man who led police on two car chases within two weeks has been locked up for 15 months and banned from driving for three years. Khuram Rehmani hit another vehicle the first time and crashed into a shop the second, Bradford Crown
Bradford Park Avenue are confident they will pay off a “four-figure” tax bill this week to avoid a winding up order. The club have been served with a petition by HM Revenue & Customs which is due to be heard at the Royal Courts of Justice in London on
Leeds United face keen competition for Charlton winger Lloyd Sam, who is out of contract and has yet to be offered new terms by the Addicks. Leeds-born Sam’s representative has indicated that four Championship clubs have expressed an interest
A mentally-ill man who violently assaulted two prostitutes has been detained in a secure hospital. One victim feared for her life when she was attacked by Martin O’Shea, Bradford Crown Court heard. Judge Jonathan Durham Hall QC said the second
