13 h. ago A moment that changed me: I was diagnosed with Parkinson’s at 41 – and had to find a new look

My beloved Converse All Stars had always been part of my identity. But when they became painful and impractical, it transformed my relationship with clothesStyle and comfort have always been of equal priority for me. I got my first pair of Converse All Stars at the mall in Indiana in the 1980s. They were teal and yellow – I would fold the lip of the hi-top over to show off the lemony interior. For my wedding, I wore low-top leather Converse with my white dress. I’ve walked across cities from Rome to Mumbai, Chicago to Oslo – all while wearing Converse, or Fly London boots – looking for vintage one-offs and secondhand gems, clothes made to last.In 2021, aged 41, I was diagnosed with Parkinson’s, a degenerative disease that resulted in symptoms including difficulty moving, especially walking. Dystonia is a common symptom for those of us with young onset Parkinson’s; it involves the involuntary and painful twisting of parts of the body. In my case, dystonia occurs in my back, hands, fe...

Politics

33 h. ago EV drivers warned of charging mistake that could be costing battery life

EV drivers should be aware of the risks of overcharging their cars.

Events

54 h. ago Drivers risk £100 fine if they wear one springtime item behind the wheel

Temperatures are increasing across the country, and many of us will be packing away our winter clothes in time for spring – but there's one thing you should never wear while driving

Economics

4 d. ago Bahrain Grand Prix qualifying result changes as George Russell punished for 'dodgy' act

George Russell was second fastest in qualifying and Kimi Antonelli fourth but both Mercedes drivers were at risk of a potential penalty with Mercedes accused of breaking the rules

Sport

7 d. ago Drivers risking £130 fine for common parking move with 1.5million making mistake

Motoring experts say there is a smarter way to avoid the problem and avoid fines

Economics

1 week ago Experts warns motorists stop driving immediately if you spot this exhaust issue

Drivers could be at risk of serious engine damage

Events

2 w. ago The 113 medical conditions drivers must tell the DVLA or risk penalty

You must tell DVLA if you drive and have a notifiable medical condition or disability, especially if it has gotten worse

Events

2 w. ago Some drivers who park car on driveway at risk of extra £128 cost from this week

The findings, calculated by Carmoola, a digital car finance lender, follow the energy regulator's price cap increase and Chancellor Rachel Reeves' Spring statement

Economics

2 w. ago Thousands of Ford Kuga hybrid drivers ‘left in limbo’ after fire risk warnings

Carmaker reportedly has yet to announce plan for repairs after telling motorists not to charge their carsThousands of drivers have reportedly been left in limbo after warnings that their car could catch fire due to a battery defect.Ford issued an urgent recall of its Kuga plug-in hybrid car in early March, warning drivers not to charge the battery because of a risk it might short-circuit while on the road. The problem could cause a loss of power or a fire, according to the recall notice. Four weeks later, the manufacturer has yet to announce a timescale for repairs and owners report that it is failing to respond to their requests for an update. Continue reading...

Events

2 w. ago Police hunting BMW driver who 'put lives at risk' after car meet

The driver led officers on a high-speed pursuit before abandoning the car

Events

2 w. ago Elderly drivers at risk of having 'nowhere to park' after strict rule change

There are fears motorists over 65 are being penalised when it comes to parking their cars

Events

3 w. ago Driving with part of your car dirty could land you with £5,000 fine

According to car experts at Number 1 Plates, thousands of drivers could be unwittingly putting themselves at risk of a careless driving charge, simply by ignoring one basic responsibility most assume is harmless.

Economics

3 w. ago ‘60 hours of hell’: hardship is the only way forward at the Barkley Marathons

More crucible than race, the Barkley Marathons in the hostile backwoods of Tennessee remains the world’s toughest footrace, where change, adaptation and the struggle to survive play outA month before the 2025 Barkley Marathons, Lazarus Lake is out on his daily eight-mile stroll along the rural roads near his Bell Buckle, Tennessee home. Pausing mid-step, he fixes his gaze on a vine creeping onto the asphalt – kudzu, the invasive scourge of the American South. Laz pins it with the toe of his worn-out shoe, then crushes it with a sharp twist. Pop. “Nature isn’t about balance,” he says, kicking the remains aside. “That’s a common misconception – it’s war.”Frozen Head State Park, where he’s held the Barkley since 1986, has managed to fight off this botanical kraken – so far. Introduced from Japan in the 1930s to combat soil erosion, kudzu earned its reputation as “the plant that ate the South” by swallowing entire forests, abandoned houses, and telephone poles at a pace of up to a foot ...

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3 w. ago Warning over common scam being used in car parks and restaurants

Local councils and police forces have issued warnings about QR code scams as they continue to catch people out across the country

Events

4 w. ago Three simple tyre checks all drivers must carry out or risk £2,500 fine

There are three simple checks that motorists are urged to carry out on their car's tyres to avoid fines and penalty points

Economics