11 h. ago George Russell talks with Red Bull uncovered as Christian Horner 'chats' come to light

George Russell's Mercedes contract is set to expire at the end of 2025 but the British racer remains relaxed about his future amid conversations with Red Bull's Christian Horner

Politics

20 h. ago Chris Eubank Jr describes Conor Benn in one word ahead of grudge fight

The British boxing stars are finally set to settle their rivalry once and for all this weekend as Eubank Jr continues to ramp up the trash talk ahead of the bout

Politics

21 h. ago Police issue major update after Brit man 'lynched and burned alive' by Ecuador mob

A man, who is believed to be British, was dragged out of a police station and set upon by hundreds of locals after he was arrested in connection to a shooting in Ecuador

Events

43 h. ago British music legend 'accidentally reveals he is playing secret Glastonbury set'

The British artist is said to have revealed that he will be heading to Worthy Farm to play a 'mobile disco set' at this year's festival.

Politics

49 h. ago Exact date mini heatwave set to hit UK as Brits finally wave goodbye to April showers

Warm temperatures above 20C are set to make a return to the UK soon, according to new forecasts, while a mix of sunshine and showers will continue after the Easter bank holiday

Events

54 h. ago UK set to ramp up weapons production to reduce reliance on US and French imports

Defence secretary says lessons from Ukraine highlight need for homegrown supply chainBritain is set to significantly increase its weapons production in order to no longer rely on importing from the US and France.This comes as British and European defence companies move away from buying US-made weaponry and equipment due to concerns over president Donald Trump making the country an unreliable military partner. Continue reading...

Events

54 h. ago A British manufacturing boom! UK defence firm to ramp up production of explosives so we no longer rely on the US and France for arms

Britain is set to massively increase its production of explosives in order to forgo a reliance on the US and France for ammunition. 

Economics

57 h. ago 'Easter Glumday' warning as massive downpour set to soak Britain on Bank Holiday

Brits planning to have BBQs on the last day of the four-day bank holiday are set to have their hopes dashed as it's expected to rain heavily throughout Monday (April 21)

Events

69 h. ago Britain's Got Talent in 'set up' row as fans slam 'blatantly fake' TV history moment

Britain's Got Talent made TV history last night when audience member Max Fox got up on stage to sing. He ended up winning a golden buzzer in a magical moment but fans of the show are saying it is "blatantly fake"

Culture

3 d. ago Sunshine set to light up most of UK for Easter Sunday today as Brits enjoy 17C highs

There could be temperatures of 17C in some areas on Easter Sunday, with the UK set for 'warm spells' in some areas - however some Brits could experience a 'scattering' of showers in southern England

Politics

3 d. ago I'm A Celeb stars Maura Higgins and Danny Jones set for awkward reunion after BRITS kiss

I'm A Celebrity winner Danny Jones may have to brace himself for an awkward reunion with Maura Higgins after the pair were caught kissing at a BRITs afterparty last month

Events

4 d. ago Easter travel chaos LIVE: Gatwick strikes and London station closures see Brits brace for crowds

Brits planning trips this Easter are set for more than the usual travel chaos at holiday time due to a combination of strike action, major rail engineering works, heavy traffic and possible flooding

Events

4 d. ago Millions of Brits set to lose Child Benefit payments this summer

The weekly payment is worth £26.05 for your first child, and £17.25 each for any additional children.

Economics

5 d. ago Exact date Brits to sizzle in 20C spring weekend scorcher after drizzly Easter

The new maps suggest a significant shift in the UK's weather fortunes after what has been a less than steller start to spring - with temperatures surging by up to 5C

Politics

5 d. ago Brits to dodge Good Friday washout as Easter temperatures set to reach 18C

Some areas in the UK will still get heavy rain, but forecasters have said there will also be sunny spells and warmer temperatures elsewhere in the country

Politics

6 d. ago Chris Eubank accuses HIS SON of breaking rules in Conor Benn fight

The British boxing legend has been dead set against the fight and, with a little week to go until the clash, has once again blasted the upcoming dust-up

Politics

6 d. ago First attractions at new British Universal theme park set to star James Bond and Paddington

A source has revealed James Bond, Lord of the Rings and Paddington are set to be among the first attractions at the new Universal theme park, but one big fan favourite has been left out of the fold. 

Politics

6 d. ago Five things you didn’t know about Black British cultural history

From northern soul to rugby league beef, here’s what I learned while writing We Were ThereHello and welcome to The Long Wave. I’m Lanre Bakare and I usually cover arts and culture for the Guardian, but I’m taking over the newsletter this week to tell you about my new book, We Were There, a cultural history of Black Britain.It’s set between 1979 and 1990, covering the rise and premiership of Margaret Thatcher, the UK’s first female prime minister, whose divisive but transformative remodelling of Britain is still felt today – and within that political upheaval, race dominated the headlines. But it was also a time when modern Black British culture was forged. I’ll talk you through five things I learned from my research. Continue reading...

Culture

6 d. ago First attractions at new British Universal theme park set to star James Bond and Paddington

A source has revealed James Bond, Lord of the Rings and Paddington are set to be among the first attractions at the new Universal theme park, but one big fan favourite has been left out of the fold. 

Politics

6 d. ago Stealth raid is set to drag 18 MILLION more Brits into tax system including huge numbers of pensioners even if Labour doesn't extend threshold freeze beyond 2027

HM Revenue & Customs estimates, revealed under freedom of information rules, have laid bare the scale of the stealth raid.

Economics