31 m. ago One country where Tesla deliveries have risen as sales drop elsewhere

The EV-maker has continued to face challenges as competitors gain market share and CEO Elon Musk's popularity declines

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49 m. ago Refurbished Galaxy Watch 4 drops to £49.99 in early bird Wowcher deal

Samsung’s stylish Galaxy Watch 4 is back at an unbeatable price, with refurbished models going for just £49.99 – but only if you're quick.

Economics

75 m. ago Met Office gives exact day hot weather will end with rain and big temperature drop

We're enjoying a warm few days here in Wales but make the most of it as the rain will be here before we know it

Society

84 m. ago King Charles Edinburgh today: Monarch presented with keys to Scottish capital at Palace of Holyroodhouse

King Charless III is in Edinburgh - and has attended a garden event at the Palace of Holyroodhouse.

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92 m. ago Drug taken by millions of women could raise breast cancer risk in young women, study finds

The treatment was first linked to the disease more than two decades ago, with debate about its safety causing confusion and concern for millions of women ever since.

Events

2 h. ago Japanese Baba Vanga's chilling prediction that sparked mass travel cancellations is meant to happen THIS WEEK

A prediction made by manga artist Ryo Tatsuki more than 25 years ago is being blamed for a major fall in holiday bookings to Japan by people from multiple Asian countries.

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2 h. ago Bathgate mum awarded MBE in King's Birthday Honours for service to the community

Victoria Dunnett is the former Chair of the Boghall Drop-In Centre

Events

3 h. ago Ayrshire martial arts stars shine on the European stage in Lisbon

ATA Kilmarnock members bagged a horde of medals from the prestigious event

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3 h. ago Decapitated bodies are hung from a bridge after 20 people are slaughtered in latest Mexican massacres amid drug war sparked by El Chapo's sons

WARNING - GRAPHIC CONTENT: Four decapitated bodies were found hanging from a bridge in the capital of western Mexico's Sinaloa state on Monday

Events

3 h. ago Soccer ban sparks fears of widening trans exclusion in the UK

The decision by Britain's highest court to define a woman as someone born biologically female has disrupted soccer for transgender women

Politics

3 h. ago People urged to still send in energy meter readings as new price cap kicks in

The typical household bill for those who have not signed up to a fixed tariff has dropped by £129 to £1,720 per year when the regulator's new price cap came into force today (July 1)

Science

3 h. ago Kendall Jenner sets pulses racing as she showcases her incredible figure in VERY skimpy red bikini for her latest Calzedonia shoot

She's known for her jaw-dropping displays and sizzling swimwear shoots. 

Events

3 h. ago Energy bills fall as price cap predicted to drop further in October

The latest forecast of a further 1% drop comes on the day Ofgem’s latest price cap adjustment – a fall of 7%, or £129 – takes effect for households.

Economics

3 h. ago ITV Coronation Street fans share concern for Todd as Theo 'makes shocking move'

Coronation Street viewers are convinced that Todd Grimshaw could be in danger at the hands of Theo Silverton

Events

4 h. ago How to watch Bandai Namco's Summer Showcase and what to expect

Bandai Namco will hold a Summer Showcase event tomorrow, and it's expected to showcase some big games — here's all we know about the event, including how you can watch

Culture

4 h. ago I was getting lonely. Here’s what happened when I tried to make new friends in my 30s

From streaming services to food-delivery apps, the modern world conspires to keep us home and alone. But I went out looking for a human connectionI am lucky enough to have some wonderful friends. But recently many of them have moved away because they can’t afford, or simply can’t be bothered, to live in a huge city like London any more. And when you’re in your 30s, meaningfully connecting with new people is no mean feat.I’m not alone in feeling a little lonely: in 2023, the World Health Organization said that social isolation was becoming a “global public health concern”. From the decline of the office to the rise of single-occupancy flats, our social lives are being leached away from us. Meanwhile, streaming services and food-delivery apps discourage us from going out, their ads extolling the safety and convenience of staying home and not seeing or talking to another human. It’s almost as if they want to keep us single and friendless, with nothing to spend our money on but a d...

Politics

5 h. ago Twelve days in Gaza: what happened while the world looked away?

One of the consequences of Israel’s 12-day conflict with Iran was a drop-off in attention paid to the war in Gaza, where a terrible humanitarian situation deteriorated even further. This is a timeline of what happenedIn the weeks leading up to Israel’s war with Iran, which it launched on 13 June, there had been little let up in its offensive in Gaza. A tenuous ceasefire had broken down in March, followed by a wave of airstrikes, as well as an 11-week blockade on all aid. Though some humanitarian assistance was allowed in from late-May, military action intensified at the same time.Growing numbers of desperate Palestinians were being killed as they sought scarce food either from looted aid convoys or from distribution hubs set up by the new, secretive Gaza Humanitarian Foundation, a group backed by Israel and the US as an alternative to the existing, much more comprehensive UN-led system. Rolling IDF “evacuation orders” covered much of the territory. Continue reading...

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5 h. ago Soundtrack your fundraising with four playlists to power your Macmillan Coffee Morning

Whether you’re hosting an energetic kitchen disco or a relaxed afternoon gathering, The Independent’s music editor Roisin O’Connor has curated four playlists to help soundtrack your fundraising event, from upbeat anthems to cosy jazz classics

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6 h. ago Cadillac F1 chief Graeme Lowdon drops 'experienced' hint over 2026 driver decision

Cadillac will join the Formula 1 grid in 2026 as the sport's 11th team, providing two extra race seats that the likes of Sergio Perez, Valtteri Bottas and Felipe Drugovich have been linked with filling

Politics

6 h. ago New Leicester manager odds: Sean Dyche early favourite for Foxes post

Check the latest transfer odds on who will take over as Leicester manager after Ruud van Nistelrooy left the club in June

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