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North Wales Live
13 hours ago
- Sport
- North Wales Live
Sign up for golf news from our free newsletter The Stroke Index
If you want to keep up to date with the latest pro tour news and results, the best of the amateur coverage from the UK regions and further afield, or simply want to find out the latest bit of kit hitting the headlines that could improve your game then our new newsletter The Stroke Index is for you. Golf is booming with more and more people finding time to pick up their clubs and play a few holes. The major tournaments and international team events obviously steal the lion's share of coverage and draw in huge audiences with so much content to consume it can feel overwhelming. To be honest, it's almost impossible to keep track of everything - especially the easily missed stories not making national headlines. But what happens when the media caravan moves on? The Stroke Index, written by journalist Simon Payne, is hoping to bridge the gap by providing a digest of the best golf content and trends all in one place, reliably delivered to your inbox - for free. Our mission is simple: deliver a streamlined, ad-free newsletter with the latest tour previews, results, global golf news, and curated links to equipment, fashion, and travel for every golfer. For expert analysis, the latest stats, and informed commentary, join The Stroke Index and be part of a growing golf community. Who is Simon Payne - author of The Stroke Index? Simon Payne has almost three decades of experience working in broadcast and print media. Having started his career at Sky TV before moving on to journalism roles including news and picture editor at Golf Monthly magazine and a number of years as a freelance sports writer, he settled back behind a desk as a sub-editor in the regional press industry where his focus has been on helping to deliver local news across the South East of England. Yet his passion for all things golf has never diminished and he feels now is the right time to get back in the game. He said: 'I have been playing golf for many years, and watching for even longer. I remember being inspired by Sandy Lyle playing THAT bunker shot on the 18th at Augusta on the way to winning the Masters in 1988. But I must have been interested long before that because I can still recall the crazy footage of Bernhard Langer climbing a tree to play a ball that had lodged in the trunk, back in 1981. The seed was well and truly sown. 'Of course, the sport has moved on tremendously since then and the professional game is bigger than ever, commanding more attention and allowing fans multiple media platforms on which to access the latest news. And that is where The Stroke Index comes in. Rather than trawling through a range of content you want to read behind the main headlines, why not enjoy receiving a regular email with links to some of the best stories out there? It will save time yet still keep you fed with up-to-date news and trends. 'The newsletter also aims to go beyond the professional game, giving amateur golfers a fix of articles from the business of golf to tournament and event news. Added to this will be links to the best stories on equipment, fashion and travel for those looking to expand their game and the experiences that come with it. 'I'm hoping The Stroke Index will in time go beyond just being a platform to source golf news and will actually play its own small part in helping to grow the game.' The Stroke Index is more than just a newsletter – it's about building a community. A place where people can come together to share ideas, discuss the highs and lows and dissect every key moment from tee to green. If you love golf, this is your new home! So where and how do I join? The Stroke Index is published on Substack, an independent platform with no ads. You can read it on the desktop, the Substack app or directly from your inbox. No need to scroll or rely on algorithms - once it's live, the newsletter is sent straight to you. You can join by clicking here or entering your email into the sign up box further up the article. So what's on our scorecard? Every newsletter will consist of a number of sections each with just what you need to stay one step ahead on the range, at the course, or sitting in front of the TV. These will include: - View From the Tee: Bringing you the best news lines from respected sources inside golf, pre- and post-tournament analysis, the stats that matter, updates from the heart of the professional game, and so much more. - Around the Greens: News from the UK regions and around the world. Business updates and feature articles to inspire any club or recreational golfer. - Clubhouse Chat: If you're looking for the latest bit of golf kit, technology, clothes to wear, or places to visit, then sit down with a cuppa and find the stories you need to improve your game and, more importantly, enjoy it. There will also be the best of golf socials, things you might have missed and light-hearted moments guaranteed to bring a smile to your face.
Wales Online
13 hours ago
- Health
- Wales Online
Sign up for golf news from our free newsletter The Stroke Index
Sign up for golf news from our free newsletter The Stroke Index Whether it has been the fine Spring, the 'Rory' effect or a combination of both, more people have been getting out on the fairways for a round of golf this year. As participation rises so does an interest in the latest golf news, and that's where our newsletter The Stroke Index comes in Rory McIlory and caddie Harry Diamond with the Masters trophy (Image: AP Photo/Ashley Landis ) If you want to keep up to date with the latest pro tour news and results, the best of the amateur coverage from the UK regions and further afield, or simply want to find out the latest bit of kit hitting the headlines that could improve your game then our new newsletter The Stroke Index is for you. Golf is booming with more and more people finding time to pick up their clubs and play a few holes. The major tournaments and international team events obviously steal the lion's share of coverage and draw in huge audiences with so much content to consume it can feel overwhelming. To be honest, it's almost impossible to keep track of everything - especially the easily missed stories not making national headlines. But what happens when the media caravan moves on? The Stroke Index, written by journalist Simon Payne, is hoping to bridge the gap by providing a digest of the best golf content and trends all in one place, reliably delivered to your inbox - for free. Our mission is simple: deliver a streamlined, ad-free newsletter with the latest tour previews, results, global golf news, and curated links to equipment, fashion, and travel for every golfe r. For expert analysis, the latest stats, and informed commentary, join The Stroke Index and be part of a growing golf community. Who is Simon Payne - author of The Stroke Index? Article continues below Simon Payne has almost three decades of experience working in broadcast and print media. Having started his career at Sky TV before moving on to journalism roles including news and picture editor at Golf Monthly magazine and a number of years as a freelance sports writer, he settled back behind a desk as a sub-editor in the regional press industry where his focus has been on helping to deliver local news across the South East of England. Yet his passion for all things golf has never diminished and he feels now is the right time to get back in the game. He said: 'I have been playing golf for many years, and watching for even longer. I remember being inspired by Sandy Lyle playing THAT bunker shot on the 18th at Augusta on the way to winning the Masters in 1988. But I must have been interested long before that because I can still recall the crazy footage of Bernhard Langer climbing a tree to play a ball that had lodged in the trunk, back in 1981. The seed was well and truly sown. 'Of course, the sport has moved on tremendously since then and the professional game is bigger than ever, commanding more attention and allowing fans multiple media platforms on which to access the latest news. And that is where The Stroke Index comes in. Rather than trawling through a range of content you want to read behind the main headlines, why not enjoy receiving a regular email with links to some of the best stories out there? It will save time yet still keep you fed with up-to-date news and trends. 'The newsletter also aims to go beyond the professional game, giving amateur golfers a fix of articles from the business of golf to tournament and event news. Added to this will be links to the best stories on equipment, fashion and travel for those looking to expand their game and the experiences that come with it. 'I'm hoping The Stroke Index will in time go beyond just being a platform to source golf news and will actually play its own small part in helping to grow the game.' The Stroke Index is more than just a newsletter – it's about building a community. A place where people can come together to share ideas, discuss the highs and lows and dissect every key moment from tee to green. If you love golf, this is your new home! So where and how do I join? The Stroke Index is published on Substack, an independent platform with no ads. You can read it on the desktop, the Substack app or directly from your inbox. No need to scroll or rely on algorithms - once it's live, the newsletter is sent straight to you. So what's on our scorecard? Every newsletter will consist of a number of sections each with just what you need to stay one step ahead on the range, at the course, or sitting in front of the TV. These will include: - View From the Tee : Bringing you the best news lines from respected sources inside golf, pre- and post-tournament analysis, the stats that matter, updates from the heart of the professional game, and so much more. Article continues below - Around the Greens : News from the UK regions and around the world. Business updates and feature articles to inspire any club or recreational golfer. - Clubhouse Chat: If you're looking for the latest bit of golf kit, technology, clothes to wear, or places to visit, then sit down with a cuppa and find the stories you need to improve your game and, more importantly, enjoy it. There will also be the best of golf socials, things you might have missed and light-hearted moments guaranteed to bring a smile to your face.
Daily Record
a day ago
- Sport
- Daily Record
Jordan Spieth leaves Sky Sports commentators stunned as he narrowly misses spectators with wild shot
The Ryder Cup star and major champion attempted to drive one down the middle towards the green but horribly missed the target Off-target Jordan Spieth had fans diving for cover in a frightening incident at The Memorial. The American star looked in anguish as his fierce strike whizzed towards the spectators who had edged too close to the intended line and narrowly avoided a harrowing scenario. Spieth had missed the fairway to the right in the opening tee-shot of his final round at Muirfield Village and had to trudge into rough for his second. Having taken aim, the Ryder Cup star and major champion attempted to drive one down the middle towards the green, but it went right out of the tricky lie and screamed towards fans with one punter in a yellow shirt diving to the ground to the deck in evading action. Sky TV commentator Dame Laura Davies said: 'I looked at those people and thought, after that tee shot, they are a bit brave here and well. 'That guy moved so quickly. 'I think it missed everyone.' Fellow pundit Andrew Coltart sounded alarmed and added: 'Goodness me, I hope so. 'Hopefully, everybody's okay.' Spieth's incident was worryingly similar to one at last month's PGA Championship involving English star Aaron Rai. His situation occurred during the second round of the major championship at Quail Hollow as he found himself in the rough on the 16th hole. Rai looked to drill the ball underneath the branches of a tree while fans stood just to the right. But it went wrong and, instead of finding his intended target, his strike slammed straight into it and came inches away from hitting a fan in the knee with another female lucky to escape being struck as she sat on the ground to watch the shot.
Stuff.tv
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Stuff.tv
This free Sky TV update fixes one of my biggest issues with the UI
As good as Sky TV devices are, navigating the Sky interface hasn't always been the smoothest ride. The UI, while functional, often felt a little restricted when it came to helping me find something new and actually worth watching – compared to the best streaming services, anyway. The latest update to Sky OS – the software behind Sky Glass and Sky Stream – does something about it. You get 30 new genre-based carousels onto the homepage. They're personalised based on what you've already watched. So instead of endless scrolling through vaguely categorised rows or digging through buried menus, you now get a homepage that feels more like a well-trained concierge. Read more: See all the latest Sky deals We're talking rails titled things like Hilarious sitcoms, Thrilling action movies, and Suspenseful crime drama. Yes, the titles are a bit on the nose, but that's entirely the point: to take the guesswork out of finding what to watch. There's even one for Pet shows if that's your thing. And the real kicker? These rails don't just pull from Sky's own catalogue. They also dig into Netflix, Disney+, Prime Video, Apple TV+, and every other streaming service that Sky OS supports. While this update sounds small on paper, it's the type of UI overhaul that shifts Sky OS from 'meh' to 'miles better'. I've always found the layout quite clinical, like it was trying too hard not to be a Netflix clone. Now, it's embracing its own flavour while actually doing something useful with all that data it's hoovering up. There's also a bit of extra polish when it comes to content details. Tap into any film or show and you'll find Rotten Tomatoes scores, cast and crew links, and a way to jump directly into other titles featuring the same actor or director. It's the kind of nerdy deep-dive I love, and I'm glad it's not buried behind three submenus. The update is free, of course, and already making its way to Sky Glass and Stream boxes across the UK. If it hasn't hit your telly yet, it's coming soon.
The Independent
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Independent
Carrie Bradshaw returns for And Just Like That season 3 – here's how to watch episode 2
Sex and the City fans, rejoice – the hit spin-off series, And Just Like That, has returned to our screens, with season three set during one searingly hot summer in New York. The prequel follows Carrie, Miranda and Charlotte, as well as Seema and Lisa, but minus Mr Big (RIP) and Samantha (though Kim Cattrall did make a small cameo at the end of season two). The season three trailer says that there's 'nothing like summer in New York City' and sees Carrie turning her hand to fiction writing ('romantasy', perhaps?), tackling a rat infestation in her home and, of course, dealing with the twists and turns of her love life (will Carrie and Aidan revisit their relationship?) The long-awaited new season officially landed on our screens late last night (30 May). Here's where to watch season three, and how to catch up on the first two series of And Just Like That. Where to watch 'And Just Like That' season three in the UK The new season of The Sex and the City spin-off premiered on Thursday, 29 May 2025, on Sky TV and Now. New episodes will air weekly until 13 August. The next episode of And Just Like That will air on 6 June. In the UK, episodes are available to stream at 2:05am and are repeated on Sky Comedy at 9pm. If you aren't a Sky customer, you can get a Sky Stream box (£15 per month, which comes with a Sky TV entertainment package and a free subscription to Netflix's standard plan with ads, as well as a free subscription to Discovery+ (the home of Eurosport). If you don't want to buy the Sky Stream box, but still want to watch And Just Like That, you can stream it on the Sky-owned Now streaming service (formerly Now TV). You'll need an entertainment membership to watch the show (£9.99 per month, Watch the 'And Just Like That' season three trailer The And Just Like That trailer sees the return of Carrie, Miranda and Charlotte navigating life in New York City during the summer. While little is revealed about what's to come, it's set to be another great season – we learn of Carrie's latest project, see her deal with new challenges (rat infestations), and, of course, there is a cameo from Aidan.
