23 m. ago Apple CEO Tim Cook called Greg Abbott to press him to stop the state’s proposed online child safety laws, report reveals

The tech boss had a cordial conversation with Greg Abbott last week, but made it clear that Apple was interested in stopping the bill, according to sources

Society

40 m. ago My cultural awakening: a punk band told me quit drinking. So I did

As a teen, I was surrounded by binge culture. But then a band called Minor Threat taught me it was radical to be sober – and it changed my lifeI started drinking when I was 14. It was how we’d have fun as kids in Aberdeen – I didn’t come across any youth clubs or anything particularly productive. You drank beer or alcopops in some shady lane, and you drank so quickly that you’d get drunk but then be sober enough to get home at 11pm so your parents wouldn’t notice anything. It wasn’t drinking for pleasure: binge drinking was just what everyone – regardless of social groups – seemed to be doing.During my teenage years I worked at a newsagent and I would read Kerrang! every week, which was extremely formative for me in discovering music. It’s incredible how many new bands I was introduced to, and just how my music taste evolved – from nu-metal bands such as Korn to Rage Against the Machine and, most influentially, Fugazi. Continue reading...

Culture

41 m. ago Gethin Jones 'ticks all boxes' for Helen Skelton as reasons for their romance revealed

Gethin Jones is 'ticking all of the boxes' for rumoured love interest Helen Skelton, a source has revealed, as the BBC Morning Live co-stars get closer and closer.

Politics

41 m. ago Prince Louis' pressing question for Queen revealed by lip reader

When the Royal Family appeared on the Buckingham Palace balcony for the RAF flypast at the late Queen's final Trooping the Colour, the former monarch was seen in conversation with one of her youngest great grandchildren Prince Louis

Politics

41 m. ago Gethin Jones 'ticks all boxes' for Helen Skelton as reasons for romance revealed

EXCLUSIVE: As the romance rumours between Helen Skelton and Gethin Jones remain rife, a source tells us that the latter 'ticks all the boxes' for mum-of-three Helen.

Politics

1 hour ago Jack MacKenzie's Aberdeen trauma is a line in the sand for skipper as he blasts 'reckless stupidity'

Graeme Shinnie has revealed how he's been lifting MacKenzie's spirits after Dons fan hit him with a seat

Events

1 hour ago Ange and Brendan can raise two fingers as well as trophies to Celtic scoffers but Treble is no formality – Chris Sutton

Chris was delighted to see the Aussie silence the snipers with Europe League triumph as he draws parallels with current Hoops boss

Politics

1 hour ago Cameron Carter Vickers reveals true Celtic story behind viral Rangers darts troll as he pins the blame on teammate

The American was caught on camera holding a #119 sign days after beating Gers in the League Cup Final to increase total trophy haul

Politics

1 hour ago The unluckiest players in Wales right now and the call that has left people baffled

There are many players unlucky to have missed out on Matt Sherratt's squad

Sport

1 hour ago Tottenham must learn lesson from Man Utd's disastrous Erik ten Hag moment

MAC OF THE NET: Ange Postecoglou has given Daniel Levy a dilemma at Tottenham after winning the Europa League and ending the club's trophy drought amid a disastrous domestic campaign

Events

1 hour ago Experts reveal six groups who could be missing out on hundreds of pounds each month – check now

Experts have urged people to 'check' if they are in one of the six groups as the Department for Work and Pensions will pay out £7.5billion in Universal Credit

Events

1 hour ago All six victims of San Diego horror plane crash are identified... as possible cause is revealed

Emma Huke, 25, Kendall Fortner, 24, Dominic Damian and Celina Kenyon, 36, have all been identified as the remaining four who died onboard the Cessna 550.

Events

2 h. ago Gardeners urged to bury UK supermarket broccoli and watch it grow

Broccoli-lovers won't want to miss out on this incredibly simple hack which allows you to transform one supermarket broccoli into a crop of new vegetables to enjoy

Politics

2 h. ago Flight attendant issues important warning to people who fall asleep on planes

While it can be tempting to close your eyes while you're waiting for your flight to depart, a member of cabin crew has revealed why you should avoid having some shut-eye

Events

2 h. ago Manchester United have just three untouchables in this summer's transfer window

Man United's squad is in desperate need of gutting, meaning very few players may be guaranteed a spot in Ruben Amorim's long-term plans.

Sport

2 h. ago I found crystal blue waters and fairy tale village just one hour from UK

The whole trip cost me just £200, an incredible bargain considering how much there is to do there

Politics

3 h. ago Cruise ship captain dies suddenly in 'medical emergency' during voyage around Asia

The captain of a Princess Cruises ship died during a recent voyage around Asia, according to a spokesperson for the company. The cruise line has not yet revealed the cause of death

Events

3 h. ago Arsenal transfer news: Gunners stance on Rodrygo as Mikel Arteta handed blow

Arsenal's upcoming summer transfer window will be crucial to their hopes of silverware next season as they aim to put the pain of losing the Premier League title behind them and add some much-needed firepower to their squad

Sport

3 h. ago M&S cyber attack: Everything we know so far and when online orders might return

The supermarket giant M&S this week revealed that the Easter weekend cyber attack is expected to cost the company around £300million

Events

4 h. ago Man Utd transfer news: First signing to be 'announced soon' as Ruben Amorim's key demand revealed

Manchester United are set for a busy summer in the transfer window as Ruben Amorim prepares for his first pre-season in charge at Old Trafford looking to improve his squad

Politics