35 m. ago As the velvet curtain comes down on Downton Abbey, it feels like a warm bath: BRIAN VINER reviews Downton Abbey: The Grand Finale

After 15 years, six television series and two feature films - not to mention a peerage for its creator, Julian Fellowes - the heavy velvet curtains are finally swishing shut on Downton Abbey.

Events

92 m. ago The real story behind THAT TV interview in the town with rising tension that encapsulates Britain's immigration crisis

A businessman was being interviewed on Sky News about the troubles in Nuneaton when a woman carrying a beer staggered across the street and screamed racist abuse at him.

Events

2 h. ago Liberty groups condemn Labour plans to force everyone to carry 'dystopian' digital ID cards

Sir Keir Starmer is 'exploring' the idea, No 10 admitted this week, after Emmanuel Macron demanded action that would make Britain less attractive to illegal migrants.

Politics

2 h. ago Royal Mail issues quacking collection of stamps celebrating duck species

A total of 10 new stamps celebrate the diverse range of ducks in the UK.

Politics

2 h. ago TUC leader urges Government to show it is on the side of workers

Paul Nowak said Labour should recognise the public mood for decent jobs, pay and working conditions.

Politics

2 h. ago Rachel Reeves is accused of spelling 'disaster for business' by leaving her budget until late November: Months of doom

The Chancellor was warned the decision to hold the event so late in the year threatened to create months of damaging speculation about tax rises and will stunt growth.

Economics

3 h. ago Oasis fan who went to UK and US gigs noticed one major difference between them

"There's always been this idea that Oasis never quite "cracked" the US, or that America never fully understood the band and what they were about."

Politics

4 h. ago 'Compelling' medical drama starring James Nesbitt arrives on Netflix

An ITV medical drama featuring James Nesbitt, which first aired on TV 13 years ago, has landed on Netflix

Events

4 h. ago Audi Concept C – a new design direction that looks suspiciously like a new Audi TT

The Audi Concept C sports car concept unveiled in Milan previews a new model and new business philosophy for Audi that’s Clear, Technical, Intelligent and Emotional

Politics

4 h. ago Viewers slam BBC's new dating show as they compare it to Married At First Sight

Davina McCall is back on screen tonight with her new series Stranded on Honeymoon Island but fans were quick to compare it to a similar reality show already on the air

Politics

4 h. ago The stunning country house that captured hearts in iconic BBC series

This lavish country estate once featured in a popular historical drama and is now being used as a holiday rental - but do you recognise it? 

Politics

5 h. ago Morrissey puts his business interests in the Smiths up for sale ‘to any interested party’

Musician says he has ‘no choice’ after being ‘burnt out by any and all connections’ to his former bandmatesMorrissey has announced that he “has no choice” but to put up for sale the entirety of his business interests in the Smiths “to any interested party/investor”.The deal, made in apparent seriousness on his website, Morrissey Solo, in a post titled “A Soul for Sale”, would include the band’s name and artwork, which he created, as well as his share of merchandising rights, lyrical and musical compositions, synchronisation, recordings and publishing contractual rights. Continue reading...

Economics

6 h. ago Why Federico Chiesa was left out of Liverpool’s Champions League squad

The 27-year-old Italy international missed the cut despite featuring in every league game this season

Sport

6 h. ago The abuse victim who helped indict Jeffrey Epstein kept her identity secret for decades. Now she’s gone public in the hope of justice

Marina Lacerda thought working for the financier would lead to other opportunities, but ‘it went from a dream job to the worst nightmare’

Events

7 h. ago 'Absolute carnage' at Manchester Airport as roads gridlocked and motorists stuck in car parks for 'an hour'

It's understood to be one of the busiest periods of the year with people flocking for holidays now schools have returned

Transport

7 h. ago Katie Price records new song as she hits the studio after shock chart success

Reality star Katie Price has given fans a first glance at her surprising pop comeback after her 2017 track - I Got U - unexpectedly flew to the top of the charts

Events

8 h. ago Rachel Reeves scrambles to play down claims she's facing a £50bn 'black hole' in the public finances as under

The Chancellor also sought to dampen speculation she is poised to announce a fresh package of tax rises on British businesses and households.

Economics

8 h. ago Two women are arrested in Nuneaton 'after businessman was subjected to a torrent of foul

A 30-year-old woman and a woman aged 43 were both arrested on suspicion of a public order offence.

Events

9 h. ago Two women arrested over ‘racial abuse’ during Sky News interview

The interview in Nuneaton was disrupted as a local businessman was being asked for his view of tensions in the community.

Events

9 h. ago Topshop to return to British high streets in John Lewis stores

Topshop and Topman clothes will be sold in John Lewis shops nationwide from February next year

Politics