92 m. ago Heartbreak and troubles abound in this week's literary fiction: The Scrapbook by Heather Clark, Ordinary Love by Marie Rutkoski, The Mobius Book by Catherine Lacey

Featuring unsure lovers in post-war Germany, a sexy, summer romance reuniting two young female lovers and a high-concept memoir that literally turns itself upside down.

Events

1 hour ago JoJo Siwa gushes over boyfriend Chris Hughes and quips they've already discussed marriage as she admits she 'wishes he was with her' after she flew home to the US

The Dance Moms star, 22, is back in America after spending two weeks with the Love Island star at his home in the UK, where the pair finally confirmed their romance following weeks of speculation.

Politics

1 hour ago I'm not ashamed of reading troll paradise Tattle. It exposes grifting influencers and their hypocrisy... I'll be bereft if it shuts down: CLAUDIA CONNELL

Given my experience of trolling, you might expect that the news the man behind gossip forum Tattle Life has been sued for defamation would bring a smile to my face. Not so. I, in fact, love Tattle.

Politics

1 hour ago Ukraine war briefing: Russia ‘on verge of recession’, Putin minister tells economic showcase

Drone attacks on Kharkiv and Odesa; don’t forget about Ukraine because of Iran-Israel fighting, say Kyiv officials. What we know on day 1,213 Vladimir Putin’s economy minister has warned that Russia is “on the verge” of recession as he spoke on the second day of a signature event meant to bolster economic confidence. The minister, Maxim Reshetnikov, said at the St Petersburg economic forum that his view was based on “current business sentiment and indicators” pointing to a slowdown. “Everything else depends on our decisions,” Reshetnikov said, calling for the central bank to show a “little love for the economy”.Russia’s central bank raised interest rates to an eye-watering 21% in October 2024 to combat inflation and kept them at that level until this month when it eased them to 20%. Russia’s economic growth slowed to 1.4% year-on-year in the first quarter of 2025, the lowest quarterly figure in two years. Prices are rising across the economy driven up by massive government spending ...

Politics

2 h. ago Lee Ryan's colourful love life: From celebrity engagements to explosive love triangles, a secret love child and even a threesome with bandmate Duncan James

He's just announced he is set to become a father for the sixth time, as he prepares to welcome his fourth child with his now wife Verity Paris. 

Society

2 h. ago Intimacy by Ita O'Brien: How Normal People can have great sex

by intimacy coordinator to the stars Ita O'Brien, who says making love should be more like a tapas menu than a three-course meal!

Politics

2 h. ago Love Island viewers praise Yasmin Pettet and her 'messy' antics as they vow to keep her in the villa so she can keep making great TV

The bombshell, 24, has been causing quite the stir in the villa as she has not held back when exploring her connections with Harry Cooksley and Dejon Noel Williams while coupled up with Shea Mannings.

Politics

4 h. ago Love Island fans hail latest episode 'best in show's history' as villa erupts into mayhem

Love Island fans were treated to a night of non-stop drama and arguments in tonight's episode, with some hailing the episode one of the best in the ITV2 show's history

Culture

4 h. ago Liam and Noel Gallagher pictured together for first time since tour announced

The band, who split in 2009 prompted by a backstage brawl at a festival, confirmed their long-awaited reunion in August 2024.

Politics

5 h. ago ITV Love Island viewers spot contestant's wardrobe blunder amid hideaway drama

It happened during a dramatic moment

Events

5 h. ago Love Island fans say 'this can't be real' and label 'new icon' after villa goes into meltdown

Social media fans were left excited after the Love Island villa broke down in chaos, with a card game revealing several truths about other islanders – with one singleton being branded an 'icon'

Politics

5 h. ago Real Madrid offer fresh Kylian Mbappe update after star forward hospitalised

Real Madrid confirmed on Thursday that Kylian Mbappe had been hospitalised due to a digestive infection but the Frenchman now appears to be on the mend having returned to camp

Events

5 h. ago Love Island chaos as Toni's awkward nip slip leaves fellow Islanders stunned

The Love Island cast were left in hysterics after Islander Toni suffered an awkward nip slip while attempting to perform a cartwheel in front of the rest of the villa

Events

5 h. ago Miley Cyrus says dad Billy Ray Cyrus smoked weed on Hannah Montana set — and she got blamed

Actor recalled the core memory from the set of the Disney Channel show on her mother and sister’s podcast

Events

5 h. ago ITV Love Island viewers distracted by wardrobe blunder following 'cheeky slip'

It came at a very dramatic moment of the ITV2 reality show

Events

6 h. ago Tesco says sorry for England football team promotion in Welsh stores

Tesco confirmed that the stands will be removed from two branches

Politics

7 h. ago Emmerdale 'confirms' Robron reunion with major clue following Robert's prison release

Emmerdale fans think a reunion for Aaron Dingle and Robert Sugden is on the cards after tonight's episode - as they spotted a huge hint the two could be rekindling their love

Events

7 h. ago Emmerdale fans 'scared' as John Sugden finds 'next victim' with two Dales legends

As John planned his next target, Eric Pollard and Cain Dingle found themselves in danger

Events

7 h. ago Cole Palmer aiming to emulate Man Utd hero after making Chelsea change

Cole Palmer has confirmed a major change ahead of his third season as a Chelsea player and is aiming to help the Blues to another trophy at the Club World Cup in the USA

Politics

7 h. ago This house is on the market for the price of a bag of crisps

It has an auction guide price of just £1 but what is waiting for you at Love Cottage

Economics