87 m. ago Gary Lineker hits out at BBC rule change that 'doesn't make any sense'

Gary Lineker was taken off air by the BBC in March 2023 in a row over comments he made about the Conservative party's immigration policy, with the corporation changing its impartiality rules

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88 m. ago Experts talk realism of Conclave movie: ‘Gets a lot of the details right’

After the death of Pope Francis, experts weigh in on how much the real-life papal election will mirror the hit Oscar-winning movieI confess: my first thought this morning, when I heard the news that Pope Francis died at the age of 88, was of Conclave. As in both the lowercase, technical meaning – the sequestration of cardinals to elect a new pope with a two-thirds majority – and the capital-C film of the same name from last year, which allowed viewers to vicariously participate in a process long shrouded in secrecy and reverence. (And premiering during the US vote, to experience election thrills without grim disappointment.)The film, directed by Edward Berger, luxuriated in process both sacred and profane – the orderly processions and cafeteria run-ins, the ceremonial burning of paper votes and security screenings, the white smoke and the complimentary toiletries bags. The hallowed halls of the Vatican and the gossip that flits among them, especially as different factions compete to...

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98 m. ago Hell is not other people – it’s being stuck in the ninth circle of an automated telephone service | Hilary Freeman

Tuvalu is celebrating its first ATM, but here’s a warning from the UK, where human contact has been lost to the self-service age Life is about to change on the remote island nation of Tuvalu. And not, in my opinion, for the better. To great fanfare, Tuvalu – an entirely cash-based society – has unveiled its first ever ATM, marking its move towards financial modernisation. But while the 10,000 people living in that country may be celebrating no longer having to queue at the bank, I fear their happiness will be short-lived. It’s the start of the slow erosion of human contact that heralds the dehumanisation of yet another society.The world’s first ATM was introduced in Britain in 1967, but for me the tyranny of machines that promise convenience but erode human contact really began about 20 years ago, in the form of self-checkouts in our local Sainsbury’s. Having watched the Terminator movie franchise during my formative years, I railed prophetically against them, aware that it was just...

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2 h. ago If you only see one Western in your lifetime make sure it's this one

The Good, The Bad and The Ugly, starring Clint Eastwood, has been hailed as the best Western movie ever made and fans are now saying that if you only watch one film in this genre, make sure it's this one

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3 h. ago Woman escapes UK rental market to live in a van with her dog for just £650 a month

Nicole Keefe, 27, from Newcastle, spent years moving around as a child "due to situations out of (her) control" and later because of "things not going right" with partners

Economics

4 h. ago My family and I were sound asleep – then a tsunami swept our house out to sea

When Pedro Niada awoke to find his house tilting and filling with water, he was confused. He soon realised he was in a race against time to save everyoneJolted awake at 4.30am, Pedro “Peter” Niada was certain a meteorite had fallen near his seaside home, lifting it from its foundations and sending it flying through the air. He took two steps down the stairs, felt water splash his feet and realised the house was sinking.Nothing made sense. Why was the house tilting? Why could he hear what sounded like a waterfall outside? The sound of breaking timber led him to pull back the curtain at The Flying Fish (El Pez Volador), the 12-bed tourist lodge he had built by hand. Continue reading...

Society

5 h. ago DOGE gets permission to access sensitive Justice Department immigration data

DOGE reportedly using agency data to construct master system to track and surveil immigrants

Events

10 h. ago George Clooney raises alarm bells among fans about Amal Clooney with unlikely marriage confession

George Clooney has been married to human rights attorney Amal Clooney for over ten years, and the movie star is still standing by his claim that they have never had an argument.

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12 h. ago Ben Stiller and Patrick Schwarzenegger SLAMMED for sensitive reactions to box office numbers amid industry panic

Ben Stiller and Patrick Schwarzenegger are under fire for their sensitive reactions to a critical headline that cast doubt on the box office success of Sinners.

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12 h. ago Family of Pope Francis breaks silence on his death with emotional tribute

The Argentine family of Pope Francis mourned his passing with a moving tribute Monday morning.

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12 h. ago Vanessa Feltz and Lizzie Cundy left in tears over emotional divorce admission

Lizzie Cundy and her pal Vanessa Feltz were left overcome with emotion as they both reflected on the breakdowns of their marriages and the effect it had on them

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13 h. ago 'Greatest ever war movie' with 95% on Rotten Tomatoes now streaming on two platforms and it's not Netflix

The film is inspired Shakespear's King Lear as well as the life of the 16th-century feudal ruler Mori Motonari

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13 h. ago Fewer Americans are moving to Florida and Texas, new report claims

Higher cost of living, economic uncertainty and increasing risk of natural disasters appear to be causes of concern

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13 h. ago Brownhill’s double sinks Sheffield United and earns promotion for Burnley

When Burnley last escaped the Championship for the promised land of the Premier League, they blew a hole in the wall under Vincent Kompany. Scott Parker decided it was more sensible to chisel their way out, inch by inch, completing their route to freedom with a tense victory over Sheffield United.Amid the change of owners, managers and styles, the captain Josh Brownhill has been a mainstay throughout and it was fitting his two goals completed the painstaking job. Parker’s promotion push has been the polar opposite to Kompany’s approach. The Belgian’s all-conquering side played fast, aggressive, attacking football, whereas the current style is based on discipline and defensive organisation. Burnley have conceded 15 goals in 44 games, a record anyone would be proud of and the foundation of their success. Continue reading...

Events

14 h. ago Trump news live: President backs Hegseth as White House blasts report of search for new defense secretary

Defense secretary under fire after reports of second Signal chat in which sensitive military information was shared with his family members

Politics

14 h. ago The Oscars mandate voters watch all nominated movies, set new rules for AI and refugee filmmakers

Oscar voters will no longer be able to skip watching some of the nominated films

Politics

14 h. ago Manchester United get Kai Rooney verdict after sensational solo goal goes viral

Latest Manchester United news as Wayne Rooney's son continues to catch the eye in the academy with a spectacular solo goal

Politics

15 h. ago Memorable conversation with Pope Francis showed his moral courage and sense of humour

The Very Revd Dr Derek Browning, a former Kirk Moderator, recalls how what could have been a five-minute chat with Pope Francis turned into a conversation lasting 90 minutes

Culture

15 h. ago Trump news live: President stands by Hegseth amid another scandal but renews attack on Powell as Dow plummets

Defense secretary under fire after reports of second Signal chat in which sensitive military information was shared with his family members

Politics

15 h. ago New lovers Elizabeth Hurley and Billy Ray Cyrus made a movie together three years ago

In 2022, the British 59-year-old and the Kentucky-born 63-year-old co-starred as Joanna Christmas and famous singer Jimmy Love in Philippe Martinez's Christmas in Paradise

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