18 h. ago Ukraine’s Zelenskyy confirms major prisoner swap with Russia – Europe live

The first stage of a major prison swap between Ukraine and Russia has taken place in Turkey, with 390 people released todayFor more coverage of Trump’s tariffs threats – which also include a warning that Apple must pay a 25% tariff unless it manufactures its iPhones in the US – follow our business live blog here:US president Donald Trump has just called the EU “very difficult to deal with,” lamenting the bloc’s “powerful Trade Barriers, Monetary Manipulations, unfair and unjustified lawsuits against American Companies, and more” (original capitalisation!).“Our discussions with them are going nowhere! Therefore, I am recommending a straight 50% Tariff on the European Union, starting on June 1, 2025. Continue reading...

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36 h. ago The Latest Liberty London x adidas Collection Releases June 2025

The Latest Liberty London x adidas Collection Releases June 2025  Sole Retriever

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48 h. ago Claim two free tickets to the Homebuilding & Renovating Show

28-29 June 2025, Sandown Park, Surrey

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66 h. ago Tommy Robinson is charged with harassment causing fear of violence against two men

The activist, whose real name is Stephen Yaxley-Lennon, has been charged with two offences. He will appear at Westminster Magistrates' Court on June 5, 2025.

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3 d. ago Eleanor the Great review – June Squibb takes on Holocaust survivor trauma in Scarlett Johansson’s iffy directing debut

The 95-year-old actor gives an enjoyably twinkly performance in a film that misjudges how seriously its story should be takenScarlett Johansson’s directorial feature debut, from a screenplay by Tory Kamen, is honestly intentioned and sweetly acted – notably by the film’s 95-year-old star June Squibb, whose remarkable career renaissance began with her being nominated for a best supporting actress Oscar for Alexander Payne’s 2013 film Nebraska. But this frankly odd film is misjudged and naive about the implications of its Holocaust theme. Its bland, TV-movie tone of sentimentality fails to accommodate the existential nightmare of the main plot strand, or indeed the subordinate question of when and whether to put your elderly parent in a care home.Squibb plays Eleanor Morgenstein, a widowed Jewish lady with a waspish way of speaking her mind to condescending youngsters, including the blandly unhelpful teen working in a supermarket who presumes to tell Eleanor that all pickles taste pre...

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8 d. ago A seadragon and flushing worms: Environmental Photography award winners – in pictures

Winning images from the 2025 Prince Albert II of Monaco Foundation Environmental Photography award, selected from 10,000 images submitted globally. The contest aims to reward photographers who put their creativity to good use in raising awareness of the importance of environmental protectionShortlisted exhibited in Monaco from 3 June to 31 July 2025 then touring in various locations around the world Continue reading...

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1 week ago AD FEATURE: Discover how AI can enhance your connection with nature

Vodafone UK has teamed up with UK National Parks, and is using technology to help protect nature for the future

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1 week ago AD FEATURE: Discover how AI is helping to nurture Wales' national parks

Vodafone UK and UK National Parks will use the technology to monitor crucial environmental data

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1 week ago Huge broadband supplier shutting down in weeks with 95,000 customers affected

Origin Broadband - which is a subsidiary of TalkTalk and has 95,000 customers - is moving its broadband services to another provider from June 1, 2025

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2 w. ago Join 1 Million others during Great Big Green Week 2025, the UK’s biggest event for nature and climate change.

Great Big Green Week, the UK’s biggest celebration of action to tackle climate change and protect nature, is taking place from Saturday 7 June to Saturday 15 June 2025. Organisers are expecting 1 million people to take part this year, through in-person and online events embedded in the heart of communities, right across the country.

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2 w. ago London Zoo Discovers Hundreds of Old Film Reels Featuring 'Zoo Oddities' and Animal Celebrities

London Zoo Discovers Hundreds of Old Film Reels Featuring 'Zoo Oddities' and Animal Celebrities  Smithsonian Magazine

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2 w. ago London Gatwick Airport strikes in May half term and June 2025: full list of dates and airlines affected

London Gatwick Airport strikes in May half term and June 2025: full list of dates and airlines affected  Time Out

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3 w. ago AD FEATURE: University of Wales Trinity Saint David reignites Welsh student's creative spark

It was an open day that helped Luke decide to undertake a Fine Art course at the University of Wales Trinity Saint David

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3 w. ago Europe’s Cannabis Future Unfolds: Cannabis Europa 2025 Returns to London June 24

Europe’s Cannabis Future Unfolds: Cannabis Europa 2025 Returns to London June 24-25  stupidDOPE

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3 w. ago Scissor Kick presents "Deep Wheel Orcadia": A Celebration of Language, Identity, and Survival in Sci

In a world where the future often feels uncertain and divided, one production is reminding us of the power of language, identity, and connection. Deep Wheel Orcadia, based on Harry Josephine Giles’ award-winning verse novel, is a thrilling new show that blends sci-fi with theatre, while offering a unique and much-needed celebration of minority language and queer identity. Produced by the acclaimed Scottish theatre company Scissor Kick, this spellbinding performance is set to make waves when it embarks on a tour across Scotland in June and July 2025.

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3 w. ago FA to ban transgender women from playing women's football in England

All trans women will be banned from all levels of the women’s game form June 1, 2025

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3 w. ago Capital FM fans all say same thing about Summertime Ball headline acts

After Capital FM revealed the line-up for their 2025 Summertime Ball, which hits Wembley Stadium on June 15, people have been left saying the same thing – and some are not pleased

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3 w. ago Paloma Faith appointed musical director for crucial fundraising event

Caudwell Children is excited to announce that award-winning singer-songwriter Paloma Faith will serve as musical director for The Butterfly Ball 2025 this June.

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3 w. ago The best holidays to book for June 2025, from coastal Corsica to train rides through Canada

Whether walking the wild west coast of Wales or holing up in the Lazio countryside, there’s jet-setting and staycations to boot at the start of the summer season

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3 w. ago HAIM UK Tour: pop trio announce UK arena tour in support of new album, I quit

The trio’s new album, I quit, is scheduled for release on June 20 2025.

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