83 m. ago Trump and Netanyahu aim to remake the Middle East with bombs. Iran shows why that will always fail | Sina Toossi

The US has rashly followed Israel into a war that will not end Iran’s nuclear programme or topple its governmentSina Toossi is a senior non-resident fellow at the Center for International PolicyThe joint US-Israeli strikes on Iran over the weekend – targeting nuclear facilities, infrastructure and symbolic state institutions – reflect the bankruptcy of a decades-long approach to Iran that has hinged on pressure, coercion and destabilisation. This latest gambit appears less a strategic gamechanger than a desperate bid to regime-change Iran and prop up a rickety regional status quo built around unchecked Israeli dominance.The timing of Israel’s initial surprise attack on 13 June was no coincidence. Israel’s prime minister, Benjamin Netanyahu – who has long sought to sabotage any prospect of US-Iran detente – appears to have steamrolled Donald Trump into the escalation he has always wanted. The result looks like a trap: Trump, once again, manoeuvred into a destabilising Middle East con...

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1 hour ago Alejandro Garnacho latest example of a Man Utd star rewarded too early and too handsomely

The 20-year-old Argentine attacker has upset a big part of the Old Trafford fan base by posting a social media photograph of himself in an Aston Villa shirt while on holiday in Ibiza

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2 h. ago What IS going on with Will Smith? As fans beg 'cringe' singer to 'stop releasing music' how star has been marred by setbacks after hallucinating that he would LOSE his career

His body of work has been overshadowed since he made global headlines when he stormed the stage at the 94th Academy Awards and slapped host Chris Rock.

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2 h. ago Glastonbury 2025 live updates: Weather forecast, lineup and what time gates open

Emily Eavis will open gates to Worthy Farm on Wednesday ahead of headline performances from The 1975, Neil Young and Olivia Rodrigo

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3 h. ago Dan Aykroyd: ‘I don’t believe in associating with beings that have no souls’

The Ghostbuster and Blues Brother on living in a haunted house, jamming with a president, and befriending a bear called Uncle JoeGet our weekend culture and lifestyle emailAs a self-described spiritualist who comes from a long line of spiritualists – is there anything you don’t believe in?Well, I don’t believe in associating with beings that have no souls. Like psychic vampires. Right? If you go through life, you’ll either meet a psychic vampire every day or every year. You should avoid beings like that, that’s a good rule for life. That’s what I don’t believe in, associating with them. I’m sure you’ve met some beings that draw the energy out of you if you give them 10 minutes. But after 10 minutes, you gotta run. I give everybody 10 minutes. Continue reading...

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3 h. ago Welfare reforms will lead to ‘appalling poverty’ – Labour MP

Andy McDonald asked for further evidence on how many people will lose out on Personal Independence Payments (Pip) as a result of welfare reforms.

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3 h. ago Stress highlighted as major factor in continued rise in sickness absence at West Lothian Council

The services hit most by absence, both long and short term, are Education, Housing, Customer and Building Services and Operational Services.

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4 h. ago Forgive me if I raise an eyebrow at Botox mania – it’s because I still can | Coco Khan

I’m with Jennifer Garner and Ariana Grande: down with tweakments, be done with fillers and celebrate the lines that make life beautifulIf, like me, you have watched agog, alarmed or just confused at the speed at which tweakments and cosmetic surgery have gone mainstream, then consider this minor piece of celebrity news.Earlier this month, Jennifer Garner became the latest A-lister to say that having Botox was a mistake. “Botox doesn’t work very well for me,” she told Harper’s Bazaar. “I like to be able to move my forehead.”Coco Khan is a freelance writer and co-host of the politics podcast Pod Save the UKDo you have an opinion on the issues raised in this article? If you would like to submit a response of up to 300 words by email to be considered for publication in our letters section, please click here. Continue reading...

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4 h. ago Boden's biggest ever 70% off sale gets even bigger as 100s of new dresses, tops, trousers and coats added

The retailer's website suggests that shoppers can save up to 50% off on selected lines, but if you dig a little bit deeper, there are savings of up to 70% off to be had

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4 h. ago Meghan Markle items branded 'real disappointment' by expert jam maker after selling out

Meghan Markle’s new line of food products with her lifestyle brand As Ever has been slammed by a seasoned jam-maker, who said 'there is no excuse' for her fruit spreads

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5 h. ago Zara Tindall's chic linen suit is the perfect outfit for work, weddings and summer events

Spotted at Royal Ascot, Zara Tindall's Veronica Beard two-piece balanced crisp tailoring with a soft, seasonal hue - proof that suiting can feel both fresh and feminine.

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5 h. ago When is Glastonbury’s next fallow year and when will 2027 tickets go on sale?

Organiser Emily Eavis has revealed plans for the festival’s next break, as well as the celebrations for founder Michael Eavis’s 90th birthday

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5 h. ago Brazilian clubs are upending the global order at the Club World Cup

Flamengo, Botafogo, Palmeiras and Fluminense are not as rich as European clubs but they have heart and heritage“The graveyard of football is full of ‘favourites’,” warned Botafogo manager Renato Paiva in what has proven to be this summer’s coldest line in sweltering United States heat. Gritty draws achieved by Palmeiras against Porto and Fluminense against Borussia Dortmund at the Club World Cup were enough to start a conversation. But the underdog heroics of Brazil’s other two clubs have shaken up how we see club football across the world.For the first time since Corinthians shocked Chelsea in Yokohama in 2012, when some Brazilian fans sold their homes and vehicles to make the trip, the reigning Copa Libertadores champions have beaten the Champions League winners. Igor Jesus, who has been strongly linked to Nottingham Forest, scored the only goal of the game as Botafogo beat Paris Saint-Germain 1-0 at the Rose Bowl in Pasadena, a special setting for Brazilians given it is where the...

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5 h. ago Naked Attraction icon lines up as ITV bombshell as she wants Love Island toyboy in hideaway

EXCLUSIVE: Love Island has been heating up but it could be about to become extra spicy if Naked Attraction star Chrissie Wunna gets her own way with her toyboy eye candy

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6 h. ago Direct Line bosses stepping down in leadership reshuffle ahead of Aviva tie

Chief executive Adam Winslow and chief financial officer Jane Poole have both agreed to leave when the takeover completes.

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6 h. ago Next’s 100% linen Bermuda shorts are a ‘great fit’ and perfect for holidays

If you're looking to upgrade your summer wardrobe, Next's 100% linen Bermuda shorts have been prasied by shoppers for their flattering fit and stylish look

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6 h. ago Major fashion brand loved by Brits bans thousands of customers 'with immediate effect'

Online fashion giant ASOS left customers feeling "hurt" after they sent emails warning them that their accounts had been closed with "immediate effect" after breaching the site's terms

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6 h. ago Mario Kart rival adds Spongebob and Ninja Turtles to launch lineup as Nickelodeon takes over

Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds will feature Nickelodeon characters, karts and tracks, starting with SpongeBob SquarePants and leading to Avatar and Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles in the future

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7 h. ago What to know about debate over protesters and ICE agents wearing masks amid immigration crackdowns

People fearful of being arrested for wearing masks while protesting immigration raids in Los Angeles and other cities have voiced anger over Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents covering their faces

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7 h. ago Irish racing star and F2 leader to drive for McLaren at Austrian Grand Prix

Alex Dunne currently leads the F2 standings and has been rewarded for his impressive form

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