56 m. ago He gave her a one star review. She ruined his life. A Fringe performer turns the tables on a critic.

Charlotte Runcie’s debut novel Bring the House Down draws on her time as a Festival reviewer and captures the fraught and funny frenzy of the city in August.

Politics

2 h. ago David Beckham's heartbreaking family admission as he accepts knighthood amid feud

He is now Sir David Beckham and feels "humbled" by new honour but sadly his life is not completely perfect

Events

3 h. ago Glamping pod complete with hot tub and outdoor cinema going to auction

The Hobbit house-style holiday let boasts a hot tub, cinema, pool table, bar and bath - and that's just outside

Politics

4 h. ago The bestselling summer skin saviour shoppers say is ‘perfect’

It’s been described as ‘totally worth the hype’ if you are looking to level up your skin care

Politics

4 h. ago Kate Middleton's favoured Monica Vinader earrings slashed in price with huge £52 saving

Kate Middleton is known to be a huge fan of the British jewellery brand which are currently offering customers up to 50% off in their 'biggest sale of the season'.

Economics

5 h. ago Linen dresses are trending and we've found one that 'skims mum tum' and is 15% off

The London-based retailer Boden has slashed the price of its latest womenswear collection by 15% - and the discount code is available to use now. And there's one piece that's been a hit with shoppers

Politics

6 h. ago 'My job was to test 4 litres of beer a day – now I'm suing the brewery for one reason'

For many, the idea of taste testing beer in a brewery every day is the perfect job - but for one Brazilian employee, this led him down a dark path for which he is now suing

Politics

6 h. ago Best air coolers that will get you through the summer heatwave

Tackle the heat indoors affordably with an evaporative swamp cooler

Society

6 h. ago Boden's £47 corduroys in the sale hailed the 'goldilocks' of jeans and 'perfect' for autumn

"Best fitting trousers I've found in a long time. Comfy round the waist too. Beautiful cord - soft but warm and quality fabric"

Economics

8 h. ago Gardeners save £250 on 'giant' Tuscan olive tree that transforms any patio into Mediterranean paradise

Upgrade your outdoor space this space with a giant Tuscan olive tree slashed in price that adds a Mediterranean flair to your garden or patio

Economics

8 h. ago Exact time of 6.12pm is the new 8pm as boozy revellers look to do their partying earlier

Typical time for a pub or restaurant reservation is now just after six o’clock in the evening and just 2% of table reservations were made for after 9pm

Politics

9 h. ago Footage of Hainault sword attacker slashing at police shown to court

Footage of Metropolitan Police officers being attacked by an alleged killer with a sword has been shown to the jury in the Daniel Anjorin murder trial.

Events

9 h. ago Inside the retro and unique Scottish house on sale for offers over £900,000

This home is perfect for social butterflies and sun worshippers

Economics

10 h. ago People told 'stay indoors' as Met Office issues rare amber warning for parts of UK

Rare amber thunderstorm warnings have been issued by the Met Office with a "potential risk to life and property"

Events

10 h. ago I used AI to plan my perfect Glasto viewing schedule – here’s how you can build your own in minutes

Feeling overwhelmed by Glastonbury’s 2025 TV coverage? Here’s how I used AI to create a stress-free viewing schedule packed with my favourite acts – and how you can too.

Politics

11 h. ago Netflix dropping one of the best horror movies of the decade that's perfect to watch this weekend

The film is one where it's better knowing little about its twisty plot

Events

11 h. ago Poundland stores mapped 'as 100 could close' after budget chain sold for £1

There are over 800 Poundland shops around the UK, but that number could be slashed under the terms of a new deal proposed by its new owners

Economics

11 h. ago Horrific moment killer slashes at police with sword after he stabbed boy, 14, to death in Hainault rampage

Shocking footage shows Marcus Arduini Monzo wielding the weapon before he was Tasered

Events

11 h. ago Dunelm sale knocks 20% off 'fluffy' pillows that are 'better than hotel quality'

Get that luxury resort feeling every night with these pillows in the Dunelm sale.

Science

11 h. ago Strathendrick coach hails community unity after perfect season on the pitch

The Kiwi coach led the Fintry club to a note-perfect season as they romped to the West Region Division Two crown - scoring more than 1,000 points in the process.

Politics