1 hour ago UK and France agree pilot ‘one in, one out’ returns scheme designed to curb migrant boat crossings – UK politics live

British and French leaders hold press conference to announce details of agreement on Channel asylum crossingsSky News is now broadcasting remarks from Keir Starmer and Emmanuel Macron at their summit in Downing Street.Starmer says the situation in the Channel cannot go on as it is now.We all agree the situation in the channel cannot go on as it is. So we’re bringing new tactics into play and a new level of intent to tackle illegal migration and break the business model of the criminal gangs.In uncertain times, we achieve more by strengthening our relationship with our allies, so that is what today is all about working together on the priorities that we share as two nations.For us, it’s about delivering the changes that the British people want to see, and we will agree the situation in the Channel cannot go on as it is. So we’re bringing new tactics into play and a new level of intent to tackle illegal migration and break the business model of the criminal gangs An estimated 7.36 mil...

Politics

2 h. ago ‘An uphill battle’: why are midlife men struggling to make – and keep – friends?

Some call it a friendship recession: a time when close male friendships sink to their lowest. Here’s how friendships for straight men fall to the wayside – and what could bring them togetherAs a therapist, Jeremy Mohler spends his days guiding middle-aged men through feelings of loneliness. He encourages them to seek connections, yet the 39-year-old is the first to admit it: when you’re a guy, making real friends in midlife is difficult. “It feels like an uphill battle,” says Mohler, who lives in Baltimore.Some call it a friendship recession: a time in midlife when close male friendships sink to their lowest. According to data from the Survey Center on American Life, 15% of US men said they do not have close friends in 2021, compared with 3% in 1990. Those reporting 10 or more close friends decreased from 33% to 13% during the same period. Continue reading...

Events

2 h. ago Tom Brady thinks Sofia Vergara is 'too OLD': Their 'summer romance' collapses... as friends reveal his other two

Tom Brady and Sofia Vergara set tongues wagging last week after it was reported they are enjoying a 'summer romance'.

Politics

3 h. ago Police reveal how many arrests were made during Oasis Cardiff gigs

Officers were deployed to keep the public safe as 120,000 fans attended the two concerts

Events

3 h. ago The simple pavement test that could reveal a major red flag in your partner

UK professional dating coach Jacob Lucas has revealed three things a man does while walking with his partner that could be red flags.

Politics

3 h. ago I’m dodging Guinness and chillies for fear of spending all day in the Scottish Open toilet

Marcel Siem used to love a pint and a party but he’s changed his ways in a bid to be a success on the golf course

Politics

3 h. ago Trump names Sean Duffy as interim Nasa head after rejecting Elon Musk ally

President appoints his transportation secretary as interim administrator of space agency as it faces crisis amid Trump’s budget cutsDonald Trump has appointed his transportation secretary, Sean Duffy, as interim administrator of Nasa, six weeks after withdrawing the nomination of Elon Musk ally and billionaire Jared Isaacman for the permanent role.The president announced the appointment on Truth Social on Wednesday evening, praising Duffy’s work on transportation infrastructure and describing him as someone who will be “a fantastic leader of the ever more important space agency, even if only for a short period of time”. Continue reading...

Politics

4 h. ago Planned Parenthood offices begin rejecting Medicaid after Trump signs bill to defund healthcare organization

Some offices continue to treat patients as provision in Trump’s policy bill was recently blocked by a court orderAt least two regional Planned Parenthood affiliates have notices on their websites telling patients that, thanks to a provision in Republicans’ new tax-and-spending bill that “defunds” the reproductive healthcare giant, they can no longer accept Medicaid.However, this provision – which abortion rights supporters have called a “backdoor abortion ban” – was recently blocked by a court order. Other Planned Parenthood affiliates are continuing to treat patients who use Medicaid to pay for treatment. Continue reading...

Society

4 h. ago The best budget buys to snap up this Amazon Prime Day that will keep cool and comfortable this summer

Those who can't rely on air conditioning to beat the heat need not fret about this weekend's heatwave because Amazon has discounted thousands of products to keep shoppers cool and comfortable.

Politics

4 h. ago Weather maps reveal summer sizzler for Oasis gigs at Heaton Park this weekend

Hundreds of thousands of fans are set to descend on Heaton to witness local heroes Oasis in their first hometown gigs since 2009, but they are being urged to take care in the sunshiiiiiiiiiiine

Society

4 h. ago At least four crew members dead and others missing after Houthi rebels sink cargo ship in Red Sea

Eight crew members and two security guards have been rescued so far, some after spending 48 hours in the water

Events

5 h. ago Lions reveal new Blair Kinghorn injury update as Jamie Osborne called up as training cover

Scotland full-back limped off early against the ACT Brumbies with opening Australia Test approaching

Events

5 h. ago Loose Women's explosive changes in full from huge cuts to major celebrity change

Loose Women is among ITV's daytime shows that are facing budget cuts in the coming months as insiders warn the show will be completely stripped back from its usual setup

Events

5 h. ago Seafarers from cargo ship attacked by Houthis rescued after 48 hours in water

Four more people rescued, with eleven still missing and six believed kidnapped, after Eternity C sunk in Red Sea by Iran-backed groupFour seafarers were rescued on Thursday after spending more than 48 hours in the waters of the Red Sea, as the search continued for the remaining crew of the Greek ship Eternity C, sank by the Houthis in an attack that killed at least four people.Thursday’s rescue brought the total number of those saved to 10, including eight Filipino crew, one Indian and another Greek security guard. Continue reading...

Events

6 h. ago These are the only kitchen appliance deals I'd buy in Amazon's Prime Day sale

I'd always advise against buying anything you don't need or want but if you're looking for a new air fryer, coffee machine or other small kitchen product, these are the only ones I'd spend my money on.

Economics

6 h. ago Mother reveals how she makes thousands of pounds a week with just 10 minutes work

Chloe Concetta, from London , took to TikTok to reveal her vending machine business is raking in thousands per month and she only has to work for 10 minutes a week.

Politics

6 h. ago Brits furious after hotel leaves 'warning' on their sunbed due to 'unfair rules'

Jo and Martin travelled to the resort town of Salou, near Barcelona, Spain , hoping to spend a week relaxing in the sun.

Events

6 h. ago Christian Norgaard: Arsenal confirm deal for Brentford midfielder as summer spending exceeds £70m

The Dane has put pen-to-paper on a two-year deal at the Emirates Stadium

Economics

7 h. ago American tourist in the UK goes wild over popular British snack and says it's 'needed' in the US

Content creator Kalani Smith who usually lives in Tennessee has been spending some months travelling around the UK and has clearly picked up a taste for some of the local delicacies.

Politics

7 h. ago Children’s online posts reveal trauma of living with health issues

Ninety-four per cent of the comments posted online were classed as negative

Society