23 h. ago Brits face FIVE DAY heatwave as weather maps reveal exact dates for 36C scorcher

Weather maps reveal Brits could soon face another scorching heatwave lasting at least five days with temperatures possibly rising as high as 36C in a number of regions

Society

2 d. ago Brits reveal top behaviours that boost confidence in investing and saving

Brits’ financial confidence has grown in the last 12 months – despite economic uncertainty, recent volatility in the stock market and falling interest rates.

Economics

6 d. ago UK weather: Forecast maps reveal 37C heatwave is set to scorch Britain

Advanced weather modelling maps show a scorching heatwave could soon bring temperatures rising as high as 37C to some parts of the country in just a few days' time

Society

6 d. ago 'I will never forget the screams': Brits in Essex park 'heaving with families' reveal moment seven

Speaking exclusively to MailOnline, long-time Southend resident Adam Ramet, 54, described the incident as 'absolutely dreadful'.

Politics

1 week ago Parents of murdered Brit backpacker Peter Falconio reveal they've been kept in the dark about jailed killer's move to palliative care amid fears he'll take secret of missing body to his grave

Bradley John Murdoch, 67, is out of jail receiving care at Alice Springs Hospital as he battles terminal throat cancer.

Events

1 week ago UK weather maps reveal exact areas where Brits set to face 35C heatwave

After a record-breaking weekend for the year of more than 33C, conditions have dropped off slightly across the UK - but the baking hot weather won't be away for too long

Society

1 week ago Flight evacuating British nationals from Israel has departed, says Foreign Office – UK politics live

Foreign secretary David Lammy says further flights will follow in the coming daysBy the way, if you actually wanted to read the Modern Industrial Strategy document published by the government today, you can find it here.The government has just pushed out a joint statement from business leaders welcoming it, which says:The Industrial Strategy launched today marks a significant step forward and a valuable opportunity for the business community to rally behind a new vision for the UK – boosting confidence, sentiment, and enthusiasm for investment.From start-ups and small businesses to large corporates, businesses need a more attractive, stable environment that enables faster, easier, and more certain investment decisions.For too long high electricity costs have held back British businesses, as a result of our reliance on gas sold on volatile international markets.As part of our modern industrial strategy we’re unlocking the potential of British industry by slashing industrial electrici...

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1 week ago ‘High energy costs have held back businesses’, says Miliband as government announces industrial strategy – UK politics live

Prime minister says 10-year industrial strategy marks ‘turning point for economy’ as energy secretary says government will cut electricity costs for businessesBy the way, if you actually wanted to read the Modern Industrial Strategy document published by the government today, you can find it here.The government has just pushed out a joint statement from business leaders welcoming it, which says:The Industrial Strategy launched today marks a significant step forward and a valuable opportunity for the business community to rally behind a new vision for the UK – boosting confidence, sentiment, and enthusiasm for investment.From start-ups and small businesses to large corporates, businesses need a more attractive, stable environment that enables faster, easier, and more certain investment decisions.For too long high electricity costs have held back British businesses, as a result of our reliance on gas sold on volatile international markets.As part of our modern industrial strategy we’r...

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1 week ago Britain then and now: Footage and photos reveal the decline of some of UK's most famous cities and towns

Blackpool, once the sparkling jewel of Britain's seaside resorts, is a hub of deprivation where the life expectancy for men is the lowest in the country.

Culture

2 w. ago Why do trains get cancelled when there's a heatwave? Experts reveal why extreme heat makes Britain's public transport network grind to a halt

As temperatures across the UK skyrocket, Britain's public transport network has ground to a halt.

Politics

2 w. ago Who Will Win Wimbledon 2025? Latest odds reveal the 13 men's singles favourites

It’s nearly time for the world’s best tennis players to take to the grass of SW19.

Politics

2 w. ago Extreme violence of Liverpool's most feared gang and their 'police insider "piggy"' exposed in astonishing leaked texts

This is no ordinary gang - and since its founding in the late 1990s is has risen to become one of Merseyside's most feared and powerful criminal outfits.

Events

2 w. ago Recruiter Hays warns global slump in hirings will more than halve its profits

Shares in recruitment firm fall by as much as 20% to 13-year low after it predicts annual profits of about £45m• Business live – latest updatesA slump in hiring activity at businesses around the world means profits will more than halve at Hays, the global recruitment company has warned, sending its shares to their lowest level in more than a decadeDemand for new permanent staff has fallen sharply, reflecting “low levels of client and candidate confidence as a result of macroeconomic uncertainty”, Hays told investors in an unscheduled update. Continue reading...

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2 w. ago Recruiter Hays warns global slump in hirings will halve its profits

Shares fall by as much as 20% at one point to lowest level in 13 years before easing back to more than 10% down• Business live – latest updatesA slump in hiring activity at businesses around the world means profits will more than halve at Hays, the global recruitment company has warned, sending its shares down more than 10%.Demand for new permanent staff has fallen sharply, reflecting “low levels of client and candidate confidence as a result of macroeconomic uncertainty”, Hays told investors in an unscheduled update. Continue reading...

Events

2 w. ago French authorities finally promise to intercept small boats in the Channel as shocking figures reveal one migrant reaches Britain every four

A new 'maritime doctrine' set to come into operation next month allows French police officers to block dinghy departures within 300 yards of the shoreline.

Events

2 w. ago Britain's most stolen cars: We reveal the 100 models targeted most by thieves

The car brands and models proportionally most at desirable to organised criminal gangs. Here's the top 100 - do you own a targeted car?

Events

2 w. ago Brits reveal the one breakfast blunder that can 'ruin' their morning

A new survey has revealed that cereal lovers have a three-minute window to eat the food before the most important meal of the day is ruined.

Politics

2 w. ago Investor Index 2025: confidence holds firm amidst tariffs and turbulence

Now in its sixth year, the Investor Index, is an annual in-depth survey of investor behaviours conducted among 1100 UK adults (18+) with a minimum of £10,000 invested. Conducted jointly by London-based communications agency AML Group and The Nursery Research & Planning, the study has established itself as a rigorous barometer of investor practices based on hard data.

Economics

2 w. ago How we escaped Spain's 100% holiday home tax: Brits reveal loophole that's allowed them to snap up properties for as little as £30,000

The socialist government is pushing ahead with a 100 per cent tax on properties sold to non-residents - meaning a €200,000 home would end up costing British buyers €400,000.

Economics

2 w. ago The reason our city is the happiest place in Britain: Locals reveal why their community scores highest on happiness index

New data released by the Office for National Statistics has revealed Britain's happiest region was the South West of England - with residents living in the mainly rural area.

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