2 hours ago 'For a Northern MP, Rachel Reeves showed a startling lack of knowledge'

"The North has been forgotten"

Politics

11 hours ago Heathrow expansion plans branded 'criminal' as residents fear homes will be destroyed for third runway

Villagers in Sipson have lived in the shadow of Heathrow airport for decades. As Rachel Reeves restarts the third runway debate, locals once again fear losing their homes

Society

7 hours ago Trade union boss warns Reeves against trading workers rights for economic growth

Exclusive: FBU general secretary issues a warning to Rachel Reeves and Keir Starmer over pay and workers rights following the chancellor’s speech

Economics

29 hours ago Escape to the Country buyer 'changes the game' during search leaving host speechless

Escape to the Country host Sonali Shah was left momentarily stunned during Wednesday's instalment of the BBC show, as a buyer made a very unusual change during the property hunt.

Sport

78 minutes ago Washington plane crash LIVE: Trump suggests diversity hiring to blame as FAA safety report says 'air traffic control understaffed'

US president confirms no survivors as rescuers search Potomac River after American Airlines flight collides with Black Hawk helicopter

Events

6 hours ago Silence from Heathrow expansion critic Ed Miliband as Rachel Reeves claims third runway CAN be built 'in a decade' despite mounting Labour fury

Chancellor Rachel Reeves appealed for her MPs to recognise the 'opportunities' of the long-mooted project, claiming it can be done without harming the environment.

Culture

42 hours ago When it comes to the vulnerabilities of age, patients deserve sympathetic oversight, not turning a blind eye | Ranjana Srivastava

For every vigorous elderly person, there are many others whose decline could be addressed with a pragmatic approachGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastA colleague calls me about an octogenarian patient scheduled for cancer surgery.That patient has been “cleared” by anaesthetics and the medical team promises “support” but, despite the reassurances, I can see why the surgeon has her doubts. The patient has several health problems that, taken together, amount to significant impairment. For such patients, even small complications can spell big trouble.Sign up for Guardian Australia’s breaking news emailRanjana Srivastava is an Australian oncologist, award-winning author and Fulbright scholar. Her latest book is called A Better Death Continue reading...

Science

25 hours ago Airports, rail links and roads announced as Rachel Reeves looks south for growth

The Chancellor reiterated the government's support for plans to redevelop Old Trafford, but she did not make any cash commitments

Transport

2 hours ago ‘Did they learn nothing?’: Auschwitz survivor to return German honour over AfD vote role

Albrecht Weinberg ‘horrified’ that MPs relied on far-right party to pass anti-immigration motionA 99-year-old Holocaust survivor has said he will return his federal order of merit to the German president in protest over MPs passing an anti-immigration motion in parliament with the support of the far-right Alternative für Deutschland.Albrecht Weinberg, whose parents were murdered in Auschwitz, told the Guardian he was “horrified” on learning that a proposal submitted by the conservative parties had relied on the anti-immigrant, xenophobic AfD to get it over the line. Continue reading...

Politics

14 hours ago Rachel Reeves' Heathrow plans hit severe turbulence! Labour split erupts as London Mayor and top party donor vow to oppose third runway

The Chancellor publicly backed controversial plans for a third runway at Britain's biggest airport as she vowed to 'fight' the 'blockers' holding back the economy.

Society

8 hours ago European Central Bank cuts interest rates to support growth as eurozone economy stagnates

Live coverage of business, economics and financial news as ECB cuts main interest rate by 0.25 percentage points in effort to support growthIt was a flash reading on the Eurozone economy, so we don’t have the details on what the drivers were. But it’s clear that it was a weak end to 2024.But the European Central Bank might be able to spur a bit of economic growth in the eurozone with looser monetary policy.This marks a weak end to last year, following positive growth in the first three quarters of 2024. As a result, first estimates suggest that the currency bloc as a whole grew by 0.7% in 2024. Declining activity in Germany – the Eurozone’s largest economy – has weighed on the bloc’s growth, with German GDP contracting by 0.2% on the quarter. This suggests Germany has now seen annual declines in activity for two consecutive years.In 2025, further loosening of monetary conditions is expected to provide a modest uptick in activity for both Germany and the Eurozone, with growth expecte...

Economics

34 hours ago Sky TV football streamers are about to get easier access to top live matches

Now, the telly streaming service you can access through an app, is giving its user interface an overhaul and it means you'll get easier access to all the top Sky TV shows and live sports

Sport

2 hours ago Pilots' harrowing last words as plane plummeted in deadliest ever American Airlines disaster

Just two months after 9/11, Flight 587 plunged from the sky on November 12, 2001, killing everyone on board as well as five on the ground

Events

12 hours ago Where's Ed? Heathrow expansion critic Miliband 'goes into hiding' as Rachel Reeves claims third runway CAN be built 'in a decade' despite mounting Labour fury

Chancellor Rachel Reeves appealed for her MPs to recognise the 'opportunities' of the long-mooted project, claiming it can be done without harming the environment.

Culture

3 hours ago Reform UK surges AHEAD of the Tories with Nigel Farage's outfit now just three points behind Labour as support for Britain's two main parties slumps to a fresh low, new polling shows

The research by Survation found Nigel Farage 's party were backed by 24 per cent of voters, which was up four percentage points from a survey last month.

Politics

15 hours ago Thousands of students could soon be housed in new Manchester Metropolitan University skyscraper halls

The project hasn't been finalised yet

Society

9 hours ago Scots model who insured legs for £1m and walked runway for Victoria Beckham launches new bodysuit

Scottish entrepreneur and former model Ashly Rae, has launched her self-titled new brand Ashly Rae and says her patent-pending wardrobe staple is a world-first in comfort, style and support.

Economics

38 hours ago Mikel Arteta hints Arsenal are not limiting transfer focus just to striker search

Arsenal’s top striker targets likely to be difficult to sign this window

Sport

2 hours ago Washington plane crash LIVE: Trump suggests diversity hiring to blame as jet and helicopter collide

US president confirms no survivors as rescuers search Potomac River after American Airlines flight collides with Black Hawk helicopter

Events

15 hours ago New culture funds to support artists, festivals and school trips in memory of arts philanthropist

Hugo Burge spent his final decade turning Borders mansion house and estate into culture quarter

Culture

3 hours ago Letters: Build a third runway? Heathrow should drop its shorthaul flights

Letters: Build a third runway? Heathrow should drop its shorthaul flights  The Independent

Politics

23 hours ago Chancellor's Heathrow plans hit severe turbulence! Labour split erupts as London Mayor and top party donor vow

Chancellor's Heathrow plans hit severe turbulence! Labour split erupts as London Mayor and top party donor vow  Daily Mail

Society

10 hours ago Apply for Household Support Fund: fund to provide DWP payments in time for half

The Household Support Fund is offering cash to help during half-term 💸

Economics

2 hours ago Heartbroken families gather at Reagan National as grim search turns from rescue to recovery

‘Am I safe if our own government can’t keep our helicopters safe? Who are the ones here to protect us?’ one flyer said

Events

31 hours ago Save the Music Foundation looks to expand its school education support by going independent

The VH1 Save the Music Foundation never had any problem getting attention in the late ’90s when it launched with a party featuring Aretha Franklin, Celine Dion and Mariah Carey

Culture

5 hours ago Medicinal cannabis sector could boost incomes of British farmers, Tory MP says

David Mundell said the sector could create tens of thousands of jobs in rural areas and ‘potentially bring more than £1 billion to the UK economy’.

Politics

23 hours ago Rachel Reeves' Heathrow plans hit severe turbulence! Labour split erupts as London Mayor and top party donor v

Rachel Reeves' Heathrow plans hit severe turbulence! Labour split erupts as London Mayor and top party donor v  Daily Mail

Society

11 hours ago Britain's oldest theme park is under threat as boss says Rachel Reeves' 'socialist' Labour budget has increased costs by £50,000 a year

Britain's oldest theme park is under threat as its costs continue to spiral, with the park's owner blaming Labour's 'socialist' budget last Autumn.

Economics

3 hours ago Aviation expert responds to Trump’s claim DEI hiring to blame for Washington DC crash

An aviation expert told The Independent there is “no evidence” to support President Donald Trump’s claim that diversity, equity, and inclusion policies contributed to the American Airlines plane crash in Washington, DC.

Events

35 hours ago How does UK's swelling population compare to Europe? Search tool shows Britain is set for far bigger growth than other major countries over the next decade driven by immigration

Projections for the UK released yesterday suggest numbers will rise from 67.6million in mid-2022 to 72.5million in mid-2032.

Culture

5 hours ago Gartmore composer latest to support campaign against music tuition cuts

The £250,000 worth of cuts to the service have been floated by a £13million funding gap for this year's budget.

Politics

25 hours ago Strictly's Katya Jones beams as she joins her fellow live tour stars in Liverpool after showing her support for Wynne Evans following his grovelling apology and withdrawal from show

Their dispirited appearance came after under fire star Wynne Evans withdrew from the tour and apologised for his 'inappropriate actions' on Tuesday.

Society

11 hours ago German and French economies shrink ahead of European Central Bank interest rate decision – business live

Live coverage of business, economics and financial news as ECB expected to cut interest rates by 0.25 percentage points in effort to support growthThe decision to greenlight a giant new oilfield off Shetland has been ruled unlawful by the courts in a major win for environmental campaigners.The proposed Rosebank development – the UK’s biggest untapped oilfield, due to be developed by Norwegian oil company Equinor – had been given the go-ahead in 2023 under the previous government. Continue reading...

Economics

3 hours ago Body found in River Tay search for missing Edinburgh man after car traced to Perth

Guy Bargery's car was traced in Perth on Tuesday afternoon.

Events

6 hours ago The 'romantic' Scottish island cabin you can book for Valentine's Day getaway

At the moment, a wooden cabin on the Isle of Skye that has been described by guests as "romantic" and "really special" can be booked for a Valentine's Day getaway.

Politics

26 hours ago Best zinc supplement for immune support, reproductive health and skin and hair benefits

Don’t over-zinc it – learn about optimal doses and how to choose quality zinc products

Society

13 hours ago Royal Mail to cut deliveries under regulator proposals; Shell hikes investor payouts – business live

Live coverage of business, economics and financial news as UK postal service set to deliver on alternate weekdays and drop SaturdaysGermany’s Dax stock market index is also in on the party with a new record high, while Spain’s Ibex benchmark is at its highest since 2008, before the Eurozone crisis crunched its economy for a decade.Spain’s stock market has risen strongly in the last couple of years, as the country has become the surprise leader of the European economy – with a growth rate far outstripping the EU’s largest economy, Germany.Posts record funds under management of £190.21bn at 2024-end, above analysts’ views of £187.4bn, according to company-compiled consensus. Continue reading...

Economics

3 hours ago Washington plane crash LIVE: Trump says 'confluence of bad decisions' led to tragedy as he suggests diversity hiring to blame

Top skaters feared dead as rescuers search Potomac River after American Airlines flight collides with Black Hawk helicopter

Events

6 hours ago Google launches snake game to celebrate Chinese lunar new year. Here's how to play

Classic game is part of a range of offerings from search engine company

Politics

27 hours ago ‘The only winners are lawyers’: Heathrow braces for long journey to third runway

Totemic infrastructure project set for significant hurdles even after political green light

Society

22 hours ago Rachel Reeves? She's the human handbrake: Business bosses blame Labour policies for slowing down their growth hopes

As Rachel Reeves set out plans to boost growth, Britain's biggest supermarket chain said it was cutting 400 roles at its bakeries, stores and head office.

Economics

4 hours ago Washington DC plane crash LIVE: Trump says 'country in mourning' and suggests diversity hiring to blame

US president confirms no survivors as rescuers search Potomac River after American Airlines flight collides with Black Hawk helicopter

Events

6 hours ago Major emergency search under way after reports of person in River Thames near Wandsworth

Police were called at around 12:30pm on Thursday to reports of someone in the water near Eastfields Avenue

Politics

27 hours ago We live next to Heathrow and are terrified we'll have our homes ripped from beneath our feet and demolished so Rachel Reeves can build her third runway

Harmondsworth lies directly on the path of the new runway backed by Chancellor Rachel Reeves and almost two-thirds of it is set to 'disappear' if locals are made to sell and forced out of their homes.

Society

23 hours ago The huge cost of rebuilding the Middle East: ALEX BRUMMER examines the economic fallout in Gaza

No one is quite sure who will hold the reins of power in battle-scarred Gaza or where the vast resources for post-war reconstruction will come from.

Economics

4 hours ago Tragic plane crash twist leaves couple's son orphaned as victims named

Figure skating champions turned coaches Evgenia Shishkova and Vadim Naumov were on the doomed flight to Washington that became a fireball in a sky

Events

6 hours ago Strictly's Katya Jones breaks cover as she defies bosses with Wynne Evans support

Katya Jones put on a glum display as she broke cover in Leeds after supporting her former Strictly Come Dancing partner Wynne Evans who was forced to quit the tour

Politics

28 hours ago Heathrow third runway location – map reveals new area airport will cover

Part of the M25 could be rerouted through a new tunnel to make space for the runway

Society

30 hours ago Older people on Attendance Allowance, PIP, DLA or ADP may be due an extra £331 from April

Low-income pensioners on disability benefits, or those providing unpaid care, may be entitled to extra financial support.

Economics

4 hours ago Search and rescue crew face dangerously cold Potomac River waters after DC plane crash

Life-threatening hypothermia can occur in waters much warmer than the Potomac is this week

Events

7 hours ago More than 2.4m Brits are getting sickness benefits with no need to seek work

An analysis by the Department for Work and Pensions showed a huge surge in the numbers claiming higher rates of Employment and Support Allowance or Universal Credit in recent years.

Politics

29 hours ago 'She's out of touch with f***ing reality': Ryanair boss rages at 'clueless' Rachel Reeves' bid to boost growth as he slams 'insane' tax on flights and 'dead cat' Heathrow plan

The Irish businessman delivered a withering verdict on the Chancellor's bid to kickstart the UK's flagging economy, which she set out in a major speech earlier.

Society

31 hours ago DAN HODGES: Labour's suicidal Budget crippled the economy. Now, Starmer and Reeves have come up with an even more incoherent plan. The truth is, they don't have a clue

'Disastrous'. 'Suicidal'. 'A growth killer'. These are just some of the words that have been used to describe the Government's economic strategy over the past few days.

Economics

5 hours ago American Airlines plane crash LIVE: Trump says 'country in mourning' after jet collides with helicopter and crashes into Washington DC river

Top skaters feared dead as rescuers search Potomac River after American Airlines flight collides with Black Hawk helicopter

Events

7 hours ago Rachel Reeves grilled on past opposition to airport expansion over environmental concerns

Rachel Reeves was questioned over her previous opposition to expanding Leeds-Bradford airport after she gave the green light to a third runway at Heathrow on Wednesday (28 January).

Politics

31 hours ago Ryanair boss says Rachel Reeves ‘hasn’t a clue’ about delivering growth

Michael O’Leary said the Chancellor should scrap air passenger duty rather than ‘waffle on’ about Heathrow expansion.

Society

32 hours ago Check for Council Tax and water bill discounts before new payments due in April

Council Tax Reductions currently provide financial support to nearly half a million Scottish households.

Economics

6 hours ago Olivia Colman's forgotten filthy police officer role before Hollywood fame

Before she skyrocketed to Hollywood stardom, Olivia Colman had a truly iconic role as a foul-mouthed police officer regularly spouting obscene comments in one of the UK's most beloved comedies

Events

7 hours ago ‘Like dropping a bomb’: why is clean energy leader Uruguay ramping up the search for oil?

The South American country has begun exploration in its Atlantic waters, with experts warning it is endangering livelihoods, marine life and climate goalsWhen he hears the news, the only words that fisher Francisco Méndez can use are those of war. “What they are planning to do is like dropping a bomb – and when you drop the bomb, everything dies,” says the 41-year-old father of five.For 22 years, Méndez has sailed into the Atlantic Ocean, fishing for brotula and striped weakfish alongside his father, brothers and uncles. He is also joined, occasionally, by dolphins and whales, curious about his white and orange vessel. But now Méndez fears his family’s way of life and livelihood are under threat. Continue reading...

Politics

31 hours ago Reeves accused of ‘sacrificing nature and the climate’ with new Heathrow growth plans

Environmental groups accuse chancellor of ‘dystopian’ announcement while Labour mayor of London Sadiq Khan hits out at ‘severe impact’ of Heathrow expansion

Society

32 hours ago UK's £9bn Lower Thames Crossing plans as Rachel Reeves confirms 2025 boost

The Lower Thames Crossing has been endorsed by Chancellor Rachel Reeves as the controversial project connecting Kent and Essex takes a drastic step forward.

Economics

6 hours ago Whale trapped in 'ship's anchor chain' off Skye coast as rescuers work to free humpback

A member of the public spotted the humpback in difficulty and contacted British Divers Marine Life Rescue.

Events

8 hours ago Who owns Heathrow as Chancellor Rachel Reeves backs building a third runway?

Ms Reeves has said a third runway at Heathrow could be built and ready to use by 2035

Politics

31 hours ago Tesco confirms plans to cut around 400 jobs across its supermarkets and head office

Retail giants Tesco have revealed that they were reevaluating their business plans and cutting around 400 jobs, across stores and in the head office, as they struggle with a 'competitive' market

Society

32 hours ago Keir Starmer is roasted at PMQs for heaping red tape and costs on struggling business

Tory leader Kemi Badenoch contrasted the premier's promises on deregulation with the burdens being added by new employment rights legislation.

Economics

6 hours ago H&M's sales miss targets due to Black Friday setback and Red Sea shipping delays

The Swedish fashion retailer saw a dip in sales in the time leading up to Black Friday and Christmas, although it said sales growth improved in December and January

Events

8 hours ago Rename Heathrow airport after Queen Elizabeth II to mark 100th birthday, says MP

Adam Jogee says it would be a ‘wonderful tribute’ to the late monarch who died aged 96 in September 2022.

Politics

32 hours ago Sadiq Khan: Heathrow expansion would undermine London's 'clean air' progress

The mayor also cast doubt on the project’s economic benefits and said it would worsen noise levels suffered by west Londoners

Society

32 hours ago London Heathrow's £14bn third terminal and when work is likely to start

London Heathrow could finally see a third runway, but even with Government approval, the project still has to undergo several steps before construction starts

Economics

7 hours ago Teacher, 27, died after being 'traumatised' when she was stripped and left naked in police cell, inquest hears

Jorja Watt, 27 and from Lancashire, had been looking forward to starting a job in Costa Rica when she was discovered dead at her friend's home on September 1.

Events

9 hours ago Inside Trump’s crypto court: The President and his Bitcoin bros go for growth

Donald Trump will be the first president to fully embrace digital currencies — and he’s already anointed his crypto princes

Politics

32 hours ago Katya Jones supports 'darling boy' Wynne Evans amid Strictly live tour exit

Strictly Come Dancing professional Katya Jones has recently expressed her support for former contestant and partner Wynne Evans after reports he is not taking part in the show's live tour

Society

7 hours ago Labour warned tough laws against people smugglers in new bill could penalise asylum seekers – UK politics live

Refugee Council says ‘many refugees themselves could also be prosecuted’ under proposalsRichard Madeley goes next.Q: The Ryanair boss Michael O’Leary says you are wrong, and the third runway won’t be built until you are 70. You are 45 now. Why is he wrong?We’re signing off decisions on wind farms, on solar farms, a commitment to a new stadium at Old Trafford. We are upgrading the Transpennine route to make journey times easier between York and Manchester via Leeds and Huddersfield. Those things are happening right now. Continue reading...

Events

9 hours ago Mapped: How American Airlines plane collided with Black Hawk army helicopter near Washington DC airport

The death toll from the two aircraft collision is presumed to be 67 as emergency services frantically wade through Potomac River in freezing conditions to desperately search for bodies

Politics

33 hours ago Watch live: Keir Starmer grilled at PMQs as Rachel Reeves backs Heathrow third runway

Watch live as Sir Keir Starmer faces MPs at Prime Minister’s Questions after Rachel Reeves backed a third Heathrow runway on Wednesday, 29 January.

Society

33 hours ago Business groups welcome Reeves’ growth plans but remain ‘concerned’ about Budget

The Chancellor backed the expansion of Heathrow, and plans to turn Oxford and Cambridge into ‘Europe’s Silicon Valley’ in a bid to boost the economy.

Economics

8 hours ago Police search for two teenage girls from Morocco reported missing in London

Douae, 14, and Houda, 15, were last seen leaving a central London hostel they were staying in at around 8.30pm on Tuesday, detectives said.

Events

10 hours ago Rachel Reeves sends message to Sadiq Khan as London mayor opposes Heathrow expansion

Rachel Reeves sends message to Sadiq Khan as London mayor opposes Heathrow expansion  Yahoo! Voices

Politics

34 hours ago Rachel Reeves speech live: Chancellor backs 'badly needed' Heathrow third runway and £4.2bn Old Trafford plan

Chancellor Rachel Reeves has confirmed the government support for the planned expansion of Heathrow Airport as she unveiled a raft of policies aimed at economic growth

Society

33 hours ago Chancellor Rachel Reeves makes major announcement on £9billion Lower Thames Crossing

Chancellor Rachel Reeves addresses future of planned link between Kent and Essex in major speech on Wednesday

Economics

8 hours ago American Airlines plane crash LIVE: 'No survivors' after jet collides with helicopter and crashes into Washington DC river

Top skaters feared dead as rescuers search Potomac River after American Airlines flight collides with Black Hawk helicopter

Events

10 hours ago More Americans support Trump’s birthright citizenship rollback than oppose it, new poll reveals

Controversial executive order issued by Donald Trump at his inauguration aims to end birthright citizenship for children of migrants

Politics

35 hours ago Rachel Reeves speech live: Chancellor set to unveil Heathrow and Old Trafford projects in bid to grow economy

Chancellor Rachel Reeves is unveiling a raft of policies aimed at economic growth, and is expected to back the planned expansion of Heathrow Airport

Society

33 hours ago Sky customers furious as streaming app downgrade forces them to watch ads

Sky Cinema viewers are being warned they can’t upgrade to an ad-free plan either

Economics

9 hours ago Schoolgirls, 14 and 15, missing after disappearing near King's Cross on London visit from Morocco

An urgent search has been launched for two schoolgirls who have gone missing in London while on a trip from Morocco.

Events

10 hours ago John Prescott's Hull funeral draws Labour veterans as Reeves vows Heathrow third runway within decade: Latest

Green campaigners warn of ‘costly mistake’ on airport expansion that will take decades and drive up greenhouse gases

Politics

35 hours ago Expanding Heathrow ‘an illusion of economic growth’, says Labour donor

One of Labour’s biggest donors rubbished the plan to build another runway at Heathrow

Economics

9 hours ago Aston Villa weigh up move for Wolves’ Matheus Cunha and target striker

Wolves adamant they will not sell key player Cunha Villa may move for a like-for-like Durán replacementAston Villa are weighing up a move for Matheus Cunha with Jhon Durán expected to finalise his transfer to Al-Nassr on Thursday, though they also want to sign a striker to support Arsenal target Ollie Watkins.Wolves, who host Villa on Saturday, are adamant they will not countenance selling Cunha given the forward is a key player in their fight to avoid relegation and are hopeful the Brazilian will sign a new contract. Villa are also exploring alternatives, including a more like-for-like Durán replacement, but have no desire to sell Watkins, the subject of a bid worth about £60m from Arsenal. Continue reading...

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