22 m. ago Putin mocking Trump with attacks on Ukraine, Poland says, as European foreign ministers meet for defence talks – Europe live

Ministers to discuss Weimar+ model joined by Nato secretary general and EU foreign policy chief ahead of Nato summit later this monthEuropean foreign ministers are now arriving in Rome for their Weimar+ meeting on security and Ukraine.Italy’s foreign minister Antonio Tajani said his country needs “at least 10 years” to raise defence spending and comply with new targets to be agreed by Nato, adding that a deal on them could soon be reached, Reuters reported. Continue reading...

Politics

23 m. ago How much could YOUR council tax be going up? The pain looming for households as they face the 'fastest bill rises in 20 years' under Rachel Reeves' plans

As part of the Chancellor's spending plans, the Treasury suggested that local authorities would hike bills by 4.99 per cent a year for the rest of this Parliament.

Economics

25 m. ago India plane crash latest: ‘Many killed’ after London flight carrying 242 people crashes near Ahmedabad airport

Rescue operation underway to find survivors after Air India flight crashes shortly after takeoff in Gujarat

Events

27 m. ago Ayrshire residents encouraged to raise funds for Mary's Meals with sponsored walk on year's longest day

Mary's Meals helps feed more than 2.6 million children every day.

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29 m. ago Transfer news live: Liverpool ready Wirtz medical, Arsenal talk to Gyokeres, Man Utd plan Osimhen swap

Follow all the latest transfer news as the rumour mill whirs despite the end of the summer’s first transfer window

Sport

38 m. ago Trade unions alarmed at council plans to redeploy teachers in early years settings to meet ASN demand

Concerns have been voiced that the change could impact the quality of provision in nurseries.

Events

38 m. ago Largest ever plunge in UK exports to US as Trump tariffs hurt growth; dollar hits three

UK economy shrank by 0.3% in April, biggest fall since October 2023, as trade with the US slumpedFull story: UK economy shrinks by 0.3% as as exports hit by Trump trade warNicholas Hyett, Investment Manager at Wealth Club, blames “a cocktail of headwinds to growth” for the 0.3% fall in UK GDP in April.Hyett says:In the very short term the change to Stamp Duty rules have put the legal and property services on ice - with legal activities down 10.2% month-on-month.New barriers to trade with the US and changes to employment costs, from a higher living wage and increased national insurance contributions, are a longer term challenge.“The 0.3% m/m fall in real GDP in April supports our view that the strength in Q1 was unsustainable. This won’t prompt the Bank of England to cut interest rates next Thursday. But it is one more piece of news pointing to another cut in August.”We still expect the Bank Rate to be maintained at 4.25% in the June meeting, to allow still troubling earnings growth ...

Politics

47 m. ago Tuna, beans, Spam: Trump’s tariffs threaten the canned foods millions rely on to survive

The US president vowed to cut food costs, but experts warn metal tariffs may raise prices in a matter of monthsCanned foods make up a big part of 20-year-old Cale Johnson’s diet: tuna, corned beef hash, beans, chicken soup, Spam and fruit. They’re affordable and have a long shelf life, which is essential for many people in the US like Johnson, who earns a low income and works two part-time jobs in addition to being a full-time student in Omaha, Nebraska.In the days after Donald Trump’s recent decision to double tariffs on steel and aluminum, Johnson says he’s worried. Continue reading...

Events

48 m. ago Karen Millen 'selfish' breastfeeding claim ignites fury as Katherine Ryan wades into row

Karen Millen has come under fire after she sparked fury by claiming breastfeeding an infant after six months is 'selfish' as she appeared on Vanessa Feltz's Channel 5 show

Politics

59 m. ago People urged to check P60 this month for tax code error worth up to £1,500

Employees are being urged to check an important form which was sent to them at the end of last month.

Economics

60 m. ago NHS waiting lists at lowest for 2 years as service may have 'turned the tide'

New NHS data for England shows 7.39 million treatments were waiting to be carried out at the end of April, down from 7.42 million the previous month

Politics

74 m. ago iPad vs Amazon Fire HD 8: which tablet is better for your needs in 2025?

With over 5,000 sold between them this month, these two tablets are dominating Amazon – but which one suits your needs best?

Events

75 m. ago White Stuff's 'beautifully soft' linen trousers in the sale hailed 'very forgiving' on tummies

"They are just what you need during warm summer months when you still want to look classy and professional"

Events

81 m. ago TV and radio presenter blasts BBC for 'treating their staff like pets' and confirms he has QUIT in blistering attack on broadcaster

Nihal Arthanayake, 54, has opened up about how he feels in his workplace and claims there's a 'lack of diversity' at the broadcaster.

Events

86 m. ago India plane crash latest: Gatwick flight with 242 passengers including 53 Brits comes down near Ahmedabad airport

Rescue operation underway to find survivors after Air India flight crashes shortly after takeoff in Gujarat

Events

87 m. ago Inside the legal fight over the telehealth clinics that help women defy abortion bans

Every month, thousands of women evade abortion bans in their home states by turning to telehealth clinics willing to send them pregnancy-ending drugs through the mail

Science

1 hour ago Council tax bills set to rise at fastest rate for two decades, economist warns

Rachel Reeves said that ministers will not be ‘going above’ the 5% annual increases in council tax.

Events

1 hour ago Woman diagnosed with common UTI...now she's had to have all 4 limbs amputated because of little

Kim Smith, 63, from Milton Keynes, was left with blackened legs, feet and hands that needed to be amputated after a life-threatening ordeal left her in a coma for months.

Politics

1 hour ago People needing help with certain daily tasks could be due up to £441 every month

The majority of Adult Disability Payment awards are issued by Social Security Scotland for between two and 10 years.

Economics

1 hour ago Vicky Pattison details ‘terrifying’ PMDD episode: ‘Every month I lose myself – this was one of the worst’

The former Geordie Shore star tearfully described the mental and physical toll of the condition

Events