3 h. ago New Look's 'elevated' cardigan in eight colours looks a 'lot more expensive' than its £30 price tag

"Lovely, elevated, classic cardigan for winter. This feels lovely quality and looks great- I’m really pleased with it for the price"

Economics

3 h. ago As Ukraine battles to hold lines, Trump may find Putin difficult to persuade

Despite huge numbers of casualties, Russian leader believes he is slowly winning war – so he can afford to string talks outFor Ukraine, the break in the frontline is unfortunately timed. Lightly armed Russian saboteur groups – three on one count – cut though Ukrainian positions in the Donbas countryside east of the key junction at Dobropillia. Though one group has been eliminated, as of Tuesday two were thought to remain at large – and although their numbers are small for now, perhaps 20 to 30, the breach is significant.At the beginning of the year it was safe to visit Dobropillia, which had become a bustling market centre busy with soldiers and locals, nearly 15 miles north of the frontline in Pokrovsk. But since then the town, where once busy supply roads from Pokrovsk to Kramatorsk split, has come under sustained attack with glide bombs, while FPV (first person view) drones strike targets on the move. Continue reading...

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7 h. ago When I moved in with the author of Mr Ripley, friends said they thought she was in love with me. But I was afraid this ill

I first read Patricia Highsmith's novels in the autumn of 1994. I was 20 and living in a room in her house in Tegna, Switzerland, that was plastered with bookshelves.

Culture

7 h. ago Taylor Swift's showgirl era! Pop icon dazzles in skimpy feathered and bejewelled outfits in jaw

Taylor Swift looked nothing short of sensational in a skimpy feathered and bejewelled outfit in first look pictures of her jaw-dropping upcoming album artwork. 

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8 h. ago Reeves pledges to tackle productivity challenge at autumn budget

Labour’s second year in power will be focused on ‘building a stronger economy for a renewed Britain’, the Chancellor said.

Politics

9 h. ago NY attorney general sues Zelle's parent company after Trump administration drops similar case

New York’s attorney general has sued the parent company of the Zelle payment platform, months after the federal Consumer Financial Protection Bureau abandoned a similar case under the Trump administration

Politics

11 h. ago Great British Bake Off future of hosts and judges confirmed as Prue Leith is missing from the new trailer

The much-loved baking competition has become an autumn TV tradition, drawing in millions each year for a mix of spectacular showstoppers and kitchen disasters.

Events

11 h. ago Cadillac told signing F1 star would be a huge mistake – 'No reason to go for him'

New Formula 1 team Cadillac have yet to confirm the two drivers who will race for them in their debut season in 2026, with Mick Schumacher among several linked with the outfit

Politics

13 h. ago Boosting productivity will be main priority of my autumn budget, Reeves says

Exclusive: Chancellor says ‘investment and reform are our tools’ as she pushes back against mounting tax speculationRachel Reeves: Labour has fixed the foundations – now we must build a stronger economy for a renewed BritainRachel Reeves has promised to use her autumn budget to prioritise fixing Britain’s dismal record on productivity as she sought to downplay mounting tax speculation with a focus on economic growth.Setting out her priorities for the budget for the first time, the chancellor said tackling the efficiency of the economy through higher investment and a fresh assault on planning rules would form the backbone of her tax and spending plans. Continue reading...

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13 h. ago Boosting productivity will be main priority of autumn budget, Reeves says

Exclusive: Chancellor focuses on investment and planning rules as she dismisses talk of tax rises as ‘speculation’Rachel Reeves: Labour has fixed the foundations – now we must build a stronger economy for a renewed BritainRachel Reeves has promised to use her autumn budget to prioritise fixing Britain’s dismal record on productivity as she sought to downplay mounting tax speculation with a focus on economic growth.Setting out her priorities for the budget for the first time, the chancellor said tackling the efficiency of the economy through higher investment and a fresh assault on planning rules would form the backbone of her tax and spending plans. Continue reading...

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14 h. ago Boden's sale is hiding 17 autumn and winter staples that look like they could be 'new in'

Boden's discounted pieces are so perfect for autumn and winter, they could be mistaken for being 'new in'

Politics

14 h. ago JD Vance pays tribute to himself as bizarre jacket lining revealed on UK visit

JD Vance has been heckled by protesters during his UK visit, with the Vice President's jacket opening to reveal a bizarre tribute to himself on the interior lining

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15 h. ago Football Manager 26 trailer drops after iconic game suffers delays and cancellations

SEGA has dropped a new trailer for the long-awaited next instalment of the Football Manager series – Football Manager 2026 is expected to drop in autumn 2026

Sport

16 h. ago Leo DiCaprio, 50, on dating as an older man: 'You have to risk being honest and having things fall apart because there's no time to waste'

As he covered Esquire UK 's Autumn issue Leo, look ahead towards the 'next few decades' with 'much more life behind than ahead of you.'

Events

18 h. ago Retro gaming expert's verdict on new 'surprisingly affordable' Lego Game Boy

Experts have reviewed the much-anticipated product ahead of its October release, and it is available to pre-order now.

Politics

18 h. ago 'Stackable and stylish' Dunelm dining chairs get 50% price cut in clearance sale

'Very easy to put together and very comfortable. They feel and look more expensive than they were. '

Economics

19 h. ago Liverpool XI vs Bournemouth: Confirmed team news, predicted lineup, injury latest for Premier League

A Ballon d’Or nominee could come in at the expense of a record-setter

Politics

19 h. ago Don’t put expensive items at front of stores because ‘people will nick them’, minister tells shopkeepers

The warning comes as chief of supermarket chain Iceland said shoplifting is getting worse because offenders appear to be able to act with ‘impunity’

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19 h. ago M&S shoppers praise 'versatile' suede jacket that 'goes with anything'

With customers calling this piece 'very flattering', it's one to grab before it sells out

Politics

20 h. ago The affordable curl cream behind Princess Andre's defined curls just got slashed to £8

Princess Andre has been showing off her incredible curls on social media, and now the secret to her perfect hair has been revealed - and it's on sale for just £8

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