52 m. ago Huge row as Tories demand watchdog probes Reform over data grab

The Tories have called on the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) to look into a 'cyber-security disaster waiting to happen' affecting Reform-controlled councils

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59 m. ago Lithium supplies will not keep up with demand for electric cars, experts warn

Researchers from East China Normal University in Shanghai and Sweden’s Lund University described the shortage as a ‘looming crisis”.

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59 m. ago Unsung chocolate box town is like if Disney did Ye Olde England and is just 1 hour from Wales

This ancient market town is like stepping into the pages of a story book and there's so much to see around it

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80 m. ago Sausage dogs crowned the nation's top pet as demand for British Bulldogs nosedives

Britain's biggest selling breed is in and it's the miniature Dachshund, just holding off the Cocker Spaniel but interest in English Bulldogs was way down

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1 hour ago World Cup of Darts 2025: Dates, groups and schedule as Luke Littler and Luke Humphries team up

Darts’ biggest names descend upon Frankfurt with England set to defend title

Politics

1 hour ago From Le Tissier to Agyemang, five young Lionesses hoping to shine for England at Euro 2025

Clinton and Le Tissier are among new names in the England squad who have their sights set on European glory

Politics

1 hour ago Attack dogs: how Europe supplies Israel with brutal canine weapons

Military dogs involved in attacks on Palestinian civilians – including children – are likely to have been exported from European countries, investigation findsWarning: readers may find some of the details in this piece distressingIt was only seconds after soldiers entered the Hashash family’s home in the Balata refugee camp in the West Bank that the dog attack began. As military raids rolled out across her neighbourhood one morning in February 2023, Amani Hashash says she took her four children into a bedroom. When she heard Israeli military coming into their home she called out that they were inside and posed no threat.Moments later the bedroom door was opened and a large, unmuzzled dog launched itself into the room, plunging its teeth into her three-year-old son, Ibrahim, who was asleep in her lap. Continue reading...

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1 hour ago Ben Curry reflects on England journey ahead of second Argentina tour: 'It's pretty nuts'

Aged just 18, Ben and twin brother Tom Curry were bold selections from Eddie Jones eight years ago when England travelled to Argentina deprived of a host of players on Lions duty

Politics

2 h. ago Basher Watts turns down massive £2.2m offer for star horse ahead of Classic appearance

The social media influencer, who runs his own syndicate, revealed he had rejected the bid for Shes Perfect who is due to line up in the French Oaks on Sunday

Economics

2 h. ago Woody Johnson makes £190m bid for Textor’s Crystal Palace shares as Uefa delays decision

Forest may go to Cas if Palace cleared for Europa LeagueNew York Jets owner is former US ambassador to the UKThe New York Jets owner, Woody Johnson, has offered £190m to buy John Textor’s stake in Crystal Palace. The move comes with Uefa expected to delay until the end of the month a decision on whether the club will be allowed to compete in next season’s Europa League.The offer from Johnson, the former US ambassador to the UK, has the backing of Palace’s co-chair Steve Parish and is believed to be under consideration by Textor despite falling significantly short of his valuation of about £240m for his 44.9% stake. Continue reading...

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2 h. ago Wimbledon lifts prize pot to £53.5m but tells players more money is no quick fix

All England Club says welfare concerns need different solutionWorld’s top players had asked for greater prize money at slamsThe All England Club has insisted that it has listened to the complaints of leading tennis players regarding prize money compensation but it believes the solution to player issues lies in greater changes to the structure of the sport.The prize money fund for the 2025 Wimbledon Championships, which begins on 30 June, will rise to £53.5m, a 7% increase on last year’s prize money and double the amount awarded in 2015. The men’s and women’s champions will receive £3m at this year’s edition, while players who lose in the first round will earn £66,000. Continue reading...

Economics

2 h. ago Crystal Palace in new £170m talks to sell John Textor stake in bid to stay in Europa League

Textor considering offers to sell Eagle Football Group’s stake in Palace to clear path for club to play in Europe next season

Economics

2 h. ago Transfer news LIVE! Arsenal get Rogers boost; Gyokeres bid; Man Utd deal; Liverpool new Wirtz breakthrough

Clubs remain busy this week despite the transfer window temporarily closing

Economics

3 h. ago Shock images as Plymouth swamped by thunderstorm floods amid UK weather warnings

Thunderstorms have hit the UK and are expected to continue into the weekend with major flooding for the southwest of England but forecasters also say the country could see its hottest day of the year

Events

3 h. ago 'Quickest F1 driver' Lando Norris told 'silly mistakes' harming his Oscar Piastri chase

Lando Norris has been told he is the quickest F1 driver but his ‘silly mistakes’ are damaging his World Championship bid as he trails McLaren team-mate Oscar Piastri

Transport

3 h. ago Tories call for information watchdog to probe Reform UK’s data requests

Nigel Farage’s political party has requested a broad swathe of information from the councils it now controls across England.

Politics

3 h. ago BYD launches cheapest UK model in bid to overtake Tesla as biggest electric carmaker

Dolphin Surf will start at £18,650 – among the cheapest new vehicles on sale in BritainBusiness live – latest updatesThe Chinese manufacturer BYD has launched its cheapest model in the UK, in the latest stage of its efforts to overtake Tesla as the world’s biggest electric carmaker.The Dolphin Surf will start at £18,650, a price that puts it among the cheapest new vehicles on sale in Britain. Continue reading...

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3 h. ago Dele Alli's model girlfriend 'confirms she has SPLIT with ex

Former Tottenham star and England international Dele Alli has split with his girlfriend Cindy Kimberly, the model reportedly confirmed on social media on Thursday.

Politics

3 h. ago European journalists targeted with Paragon Solutions spyware, say researchers

Citizen Lab says it found ‘digital fingerprints’ of military-grade spyware that Italy has admitted using against activistsThe hacking mystery roiling the Italian prime minister Giorgia Meloni’s rightwing government is deepening after researchers said they had found new evidence that two more journalists were targeted using the same military-grade spyware that Italy has admitted to using against activists.A parliamentary committee overseeing intelligence confirmed earlier this month that Italy had used mercenary spyware made by Israel-based Paragon Solutions against two Italian activists. Continue reading...

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3 h. ago Kim Kardashian and Eva Longoria speak out against immigration raids as celebs slam Trump protests response

As tensions rise, Hollywood’s elite are using their voices to call for compassion, accountability and action, making it clear they will not stay silent

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