91 minutes ago O’Neill: Case for improved funding for Northern Ireland will continue to be made

The First Minister said the Labour Government had been more engaged with Northern Ireland than the Tories.

Politics

39 minutes ago Chappell Roan is praised for urging record labels to 'pay artists' healthcare and a liveable wage' in her Grammys speech

The Pink Pony Club hitmaker, 26, called on record labels to improve their treatment of artists by 'paying their healthcare and a liveable wage,' earning a sea of praise from fans on social media.

Society

38 minutes ago Why are Gen Zs deserting garden centres? Maybe they’re more into planting than shopping | Claire Ratinon

They can be joyful and important social spaces, but a new generation of customers runs a mile from the shelves of plastic and chemicalsWhen I first heard that garden centres are facing a wave of closures, I immediately thought of the one around the corner from where I live. On a recent Wednesday afternoon, the car park was full and the cafe was bustling with people my parents’ age and older, chatting over milky coffees and slices of cake. The retired ladies who talk to me in the gym changing room love to come here for a jacket potato after their aquafit class.Yet, as I stepped through the automatic doors, the plants weren’t immediately visible. First, I had to pass a bright deli counter, an area filled with homeware and crockery, shelves of fragrant toiletries, and a section of children’s toys before anything remotely connected to gardening came into view. I waded through gloves, power tools, pesticides and outdoor furniture, and then, finally, I found the annual bedding plants and ...

Economics

49 minutes ago UFC 312 card: Du Plessis vs Strickland 2 and all fights as Zhang Weili features

A year after Dricus Du Plessis dethroned Sean Strickland in a close title fight, the pair run it back

Sport

24 minutes ago Starmer risks wrath of Trump and threat of trade war as he cosies up to EU after president branded bloc 'atrocious' and promised tariffs

Keir Starmer is walking a diplomatic tightrope as he tries to avoid choosing between improving the alliance with Brussels - and the increasingly combative stance being taken by the US.

Events

3 hours ago Lloyds Bank: is Lloyds and Halifax app login and online banking still down

Customers of two major banks are facing app issues and payment delays this morning 💳

Politics

5 hours ago Blake Lively fans slam café chains over 'pathetic' It Ends With Us stunt as Gossip Girl star's legal battle with Justin Baldoni heats up

Two cafés in the US have sparked an online debate after a video revealed some encouraging customers to leave tips based support for Blake Lively or Justin Baldoni .

Society

43 minutes ago Lower stroke risk by practicing dental hygiene habit once a week, says new research

Including this habit in your life may improve more than just your smile

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8 hours ago Australia news live: Antoinette Lattouf gives evidence in case against ABC

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26 hours ago Morrisons' new clinic where weight loss, hair loss and menopause meds are delivered

The supermarket giant has teamed up with Phlo, a digital pharmacy, to offer an online prescription service to customers. The service is available to everyone in the UK

Society

3 hours ago Lloyds and Halifax banking apps go down as some customers 'unable to make payments'

It comes after a major outage hit Barclays customers over the weekend

Economics

56 minutes ago 11.5m taxpayers file returns on time but 1.1m face charge after missing deadline

Thousands of people submitted their tax return with just minutes left to go before the deadline, according to HM Revenue & Customs.

Events

8 hours ago Jury selection to begin for alleged ringleader of $250M pandemic fraud scheme in Minnesota

Jury selection begins Monday in the trial of the alleged ringleader of a scheme to exploit the COVID-19 pandemic that federal prosecutors say stole $250 million from a program meant to feed children

Politics

27 hours ago The 'most expensive' gypsy wedding ever: Traveller bride, 21, ties the knot at the Dorchester with 350 guests, 3 dresses, bible verse party favours...and a bill of up to £250,000 for her parents

Guests were left in awe after attending a wedding - held at the posh Dorchester Hotel in London , where weddings can start from £10,000 - and comparing the bride and groom to 'royalty'.

Society

4 hours ago Lloyds and Halifax down as customers unable to access online banking and app accounts

Lloyds, Halifax and the Bank of Scotland are having major problems with their apps and online banking, leaving customers unable to see their money.

Economics

3 hours ago Lidl shoppers urged 'do not eat' as popular snack could cause 'burning'

The discounter has urged customers that "all stock" of the snack that was sold on October 17, 2024 has been affected.

Events

13 hours ago Keir Starmer orders hundreds of schools to improve amid Ofsted plan backlash

Keir Starmer said there are 600 schools in England that are 'stuck' and not improving as he backed controversial new Ofsted plans which have sparked a backlash among unions

Politics

35 hours ago SARAH VINE: Kate's 'very happy' childhood has given her the grounding to withstand the vicissitudes of Royal life. That's why she's perfect to help improve Britain's early years parenting

A new survey by a charity working to improve early-years development has revealed that 24 per cent of parents do not consider toilet training a necessary skill before their child starts primary school.

Society

5 hours ago Lloyds Bank app down as hundreds of customers 'unable to make or receive payments'

Customers have taken to social media to vent their frustration at the long transfer delays

Economics

10 hours ago Australia news live: Ita Buttrose said ABC owed Antoinette Lattouf ‘nothing’, court hears; NAB becomes first of big four banks to cut fixed

Follow today’s news liveGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastLabor names sites of more study hubs for regional uni studentsThe federal government has announced the sites of 10 additional study hubs, which operate to improve university accessibility to students living in regional Australia.Bringing university closer to where you live will encourage more people who otherwise might decide not to go to university at all to give it a crack. Continue reading...

Events

19 hours ago Ruben Amorim insists Man Utd are ‘trying everything’ to improve his squad

Jean-Philippe Mateta’s brace helped the Eagles soar to a fourth Old Trafford triumph in their last six visits.

Politics

5 hours ago Lloyds and Halifax online banking apps reportedly down with customers missing payments and wages

The problems come after Barclays customers were locked out of their accounts after a major IT glitch

Economics

10 hours ago Man Utd transfer news: Deadline Day drama after Mathys Tel twist amid Harry Kane advice

Manchester United enter transfer deadline day with work to do after announcing the signings of Patrick Dorgu and Ayden Heaven as Ruben Amorim hopes for additions that can improve the Red Devils

Events

22 hours ago UK's Starmer welcomes German leader to his country estate as he touts 'reset' with the EU

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer has welcomed German Chancellor Olaf Scholz to his country estate as he repeated his aim to improve relations with the European Union

Politics

5 hours ago Barclays 'sorry' after customers left 'out of pocket' due to technical glitch

Computer systems at the huge high street bank were crippled for days due to an IT failure, with officials confirming it was not related to a cyber attack.

Economics

11 hours ago Australia news live: Crisafulli warns Queensland flood ‘black zone’ residents to stay away; Allan claims new Liberal leader is ‘extreme right

Disaster funding activated for parts of Townsville and other affected areas. Follow today’s news liveGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastLabor names sites of more study hubs for regional uni studentsThe federal government has announced the sites of 10 additional study hubs, which operate to improve university accessibility to students living in regional Australia.Bringing university closer to where you live will encourage more people who otherwise might decide not to go to university at all to give it a crack. Continue reading...

Events

26 hours ago Debenhams' whopping 76% off on laundry basket with wheels has left shoppers in awe

The laundry basket can divide into three compartments and is easy to move around, leaving customers very satisfied.

Politics

9 hours ago Australia news live: Antoinette Lattouf gives evidence in case against ABC; NAB becomes first of big four banks to cut fixed

Follow today’s news liveGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastLabor names sites of more study hubs for regional uni studentsThe federal government has announced the sites of 10 additional study hubs, which operate to improve university accessibility to students living in regional Australia.Bringing university closer to where you live will encourage more people who otherwise might decide not to go to university at all to give it a crack. Continue reading...

Economics

15 hours ago Miss Austen review – Keeley Hawes is magnificent in this absolute treat of a period drama

Arguably the greatest act of literary vandalism in history becomes masterly TV, as we see Cassandra Austen destroy thousands of her sister Jane’s letters following her death – out of loveThis year is the 250th anniversary of Jane Austen’s birth. Janeites rejoice (in suitably restrained and quietly sardonic fashion)! Brontë devotees – I suppose you had better go for a long walk across a large moor until it is one of your lot’s time to shine again.Until then, it is all things Austen. Expect genteel celebrations from Bath to Hampshire and screen and print schedules stuffed with tributes to, dramas inspired by and features about the great woman and her works for the next 12 glorious months. First off the televisual blocks is Miss Austen, an adaptation of Gill Hornby’s book of the same name, which tells the story of the just-beginning-to-be-famed Regency novelist through the eyes of the beloved sister who long survived her, Cassandra – played by Keeley Hawes with her customary controlled...

Events

27 hours ago Geri Halliwell and Christian Horner make MORE home improvements to their Grade II

The Spice Girl, 52, and F1 Red Bull boss, 51, have applied to shift their current boundary back from the road and install stone posts on either side, replacing the current timber set-up.

Politics

11 hours ago Barclays issues compensation message after IT glitch leaves customers 'out of pocket'

The bank said the outage has now been resolved, and payments delayed by the IT issue over the last few days have been processed

Economics

27 hours ago Man arrested after Nando's worker struck in face with plate at east London restaurant

Distressing footage shows the young woman serving a table at the Stratford restaurant when a man suddenly strikes her in the face

Events

30 hours ago BBC Radio 1 presenter's hilarious Yorkshire pudding after losing tin and 'improvising'

BBC Radio 1 presenter Natalie O'Leary shared a video on TikTok of her attempt at making Yorkshire puddings after she lost the tin she would normally bake them in

Politics

11 hours ago Barclays customers 'left out of pocket' by outage get compensation message

People with Barclays accounts were unable to access their funds or use online banking due to a technical issue over the weekend - the bank has now apologised

Economics

36 hours ago City of Bath could be under water from 'extreme' storms if flooding defences are not improved, Government sources warn

Ministers are set to reveal a range of flood defence measures as they try to combat the devastating impact of intense storms, which threaten the city in Somerset and other historic sites.

Events

31 hours ago David Benavidez dominates David Morrell to unify light heavyweight title

‘Mexican Monster’ beats Morrell by unanimous decisionBenavidez improves to 30-0 with one-sided victoryStephen Fulton wins WBC featherweight belt in co-mainDavid Benavidez unified the light heavyweight championship by earning a unanimous decision over challenger David Morrell on Saturday night to keep his interim WBC belt and win the WBA title.Judges Patricia Morse Jarman and Steve Weisfeld both scored the fight 115-111 while Tim Cheatham scored it 118-108. Continue reading...

Politics

18 hours ago Nando's customer finally arrested after waitress whacked in the face with a plate

Following the man's arrest, the assaulted waitress has broken her silence on the horrifying ordeal, as well as the big issue with the Metropolitan police's handling of the incident

Economics

36 hours ago Shocking moment man 'trapped' in Sainsbury's smashes sliding glass door with one punch

This is the shocking moment a disgruntled customer 'trapped' inside a Sainsbury's store in London approached the entrance - and smashed the glass with just one punch.

Events

37 hours ago Starmer must ‘fire starting gun’ on customs union as he meets EU leaders – Davey

Sir Ed Davey said a deal with the EU could strengthen the UK against the risk of American trade tariffs.

Politics

19 hours ago Diners refuse to pay £300 bill after telling pub 'we didn't enjoy meal'

The six customers refused to pay for their food and drink at the Black Bull in Moffat, Dumfriesshire, after complaining they did not enjoy their evening

Economics

21 hours ago Barclays gives responses to customers demanding compensation after IT outage as bank says issue has finally been resolved

The high street bank says the issue, which is now fixed, will not result in customers being penalised for missed deadlines.

Economics

22 hours ago Brexit is ‘settled’ Sir Keir Starmer says amid calls for customs deal with EU

The Prime Minister will meet European Council leaders on Monday as he continues efforts to “reset” Britain’s relationship with the trade bloc.

Economics

23 hours ago Brexit is ‘settled’, Sir Keir Starmer says amid calls for customs deal with EU

The Prime Minister will meet European Council leaders on Monday as he continues efforts to ‘reset’ Britain’s relationship with the trade bloc.

Economics

27 hours ago Barclays says IT glitch that locked thousands out of their accounts for two days has been fixed as bank apologises and vows customers won't be 'left out of pocket'

The bank apologised to customers after technical problems caused disruption to services and payments over the weekend.

Economics

28 hours ago Moment customers surge around Barclays' cash machines for 'free money' as IT chaos continues into third day

This is the moment customers surged around Barclays' cash machines in London because of an IT glitch that has also left millions struggling with online banking services.

Economics

29 hours ago Barclays customers face third day of banking chaos as IT outage drags on

The bank said it has been tackling ‘ongoing technical issues’ since Friday.

Economics