It was only yesterday we saved football’s soul. We might be losing it again… | Kenan Malik

IIt was like Richard Branson and Jeff Bezos’ soccer version of the first tail in space. The race, that is, to sign the stratospheric transfer agreement. On Thursday, Chelsea announced the signing of Belgian striker Romelu Lukaku for a staggering £ 97.5million. Lukaku used to play for Chelsea but they sold him seven years ago. … Read more

Kia Soul EV surf car was saved from the crusher to enjoy endless summers

The British division of Kia has turned a Soul EV into a surfer-friendly, beach-ready rig called the Boardmasters Edition. Presented as a one-off concept, the hatchback started out as a pre-production car that should have been crushed. One of the most obvious modifications is a set of 16-inch wheels wrapped in Maxxis Bighorn sand tires, … Read more