Gosden filly can spring surprise against Derby winner Camelot and his Curragh conqueror

The paths they have each taken have been very different, but for leading British players all routes lead to only one destination come the end of June. Wimbledon starts in six days and for many of the home competitors the genteel charm of Devonshire Park here on the Sussex coast is a final stopping point en route to the grand stage of the All England Club.

The four-page letter was written shortly after the Battle of the Nile in 1799

30-year-old accused of abducting 15-year-old schoolgirl to France

When neighbouring countries are both hailed for their gastronomic prowess, it’s only natural that there is a bit of healthy competition.

In 1978, Luigi Ghirri self-published his first book, an avant-garde manifesto for the medium of photography and a landmark in his own remarkable oeuvre.

Two teenagers have been arrested on suspicion of murder following the death of a 17-year-old boy.

New Zealand secure series win with 30-0 victory in Christchurch

European champions Toulon have confirmed the signing of Leicester prop Martin Castrogiovanni.

Two French children’s charities are about to receive a €4m (£3.4m) windfall from David Beckham, The Independent understands.

M ore than half the world's population live in cities, and the percentage will continue to rise. We accept our place in cities passively, whether stuck in a gridlock in Sao Paolo, or ambling across Hyde Park. But what, exactly, are we in for in the next decade or two?

Three-day strike in France, with Hungary, Italy and Portugal also likely to be affected

The American beat Maria Sharapova in the French Open final

The World Cup hosts are warming up for the Confederations Cup