George Gilbody throws a left at the brilliant Thomas “The Hitman” Hearns during a 1976 amateur international tournament at Wembley. Future Hall Of Famer Hearns would claim a narrow verdict win over the four time ABA champion at lightweight.

A couple of years ago I was watching a few episodes of Great Canal Journeys with Tim and Pru at their home in Wandsworth when all of a sudden Tim nudged me and said, "Watch this, Pru's amazing". Nail on the head! God bless Pru xx

Very sad news… The legendary Vicky Hobson who found her "Freddy Beenstock", has left us for the cinema in the sky. Thank you dear Prunella Scales CBE. It was an honour to know and work with you, time for a rest now.

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‘…and what colour was the brolly?’

"He wants to know where he can claim his frequent traveller points" From the new Private Eye, out now.

Scottish Government two related questions: re NATO: what percentage of Scotland’s GDP would you spend on defence? re EU: what combination of tax rises and/or public spending reductions would you implement to abide by the EU’s excessive deficit procedure rules?

Field visit to Horsh Beirut with students revealed significant upgrades: improved pathways and entrances, renovated children playground, enhanced waste facilities, and a new trade-a-book library. A good example of municipal–NGO collaboration in urban green space management. 🌿

Good morning. A stunning sculpture of the great cellist, conductor, and humanitarian Pau (Pablo) Casals in France. #music #cellists #art

"I have never judged my mother for her emotional gluttony, only for the way she treated those who loved her." Rest in peace, Maria Riva. (1/2)

Latest The Guardian cartoon theguardian.com/commentisfree/… #Halloween #Budget #Budget2025 #RachelReeves

My latest cartoon for tomorrow's The Telegraph Buy a print of my cartoons at telegraph.co.uk/mattprints Original artwork from chrisbeetles.com

I have to endure the despair of not being able to go this year. If you are within striking distance of Weston, enter its darkness ...

This cartoon of mine, an all-time favourite, appeared in the Gazette 30 years ago, the day after Quebec's second referendum was held, showing Montrealers putting away their OUI/NON signs and getting back to being neighbourly again.

Sad to hear of the death of Willie Young of Aberdeen, Spurs, Arsenal, Forest, Norwich & Brighton. Old fashioned 100% centre half. RIP big man

Thoughts with June, Rachel and Lisa and the family, at this heartbreaking time Rest in Peace Colin

This is the closest I'll ever get to posting a Halloween sketch. And guess what, it's from Dave Allen At Large!  Quelle surprise 😉

My latest cartoon for tomorrow's The Telegraph Buy a print of my cartoons at telegraph.co.uk/mattprints Original artwork from chrisbeetles.com

Just heard the very sad news that legendary amateur George Gilbody has passed away at the age of 70. A quite brilliant boxer. RIP Champ ❤️🥊