86 m. ago Woman pictured in nothing but her towel by Evri delivery driver

The driver snapped a more memorable proof of delivery shot than usual

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1 hour ago Scots funeral firm delivered wrong body to cremation as undertakers probed over embarrassing blunders

FUNERAL firms have been investigated over a series of blunders including the wrong body being delivered to a cremation. A coffin was also buried in the wrong grave while another was so heavy it could not be lowered into a lair. In a further distressing case, visitors to a crematorium witnessed ongoing cremations, while a...

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2 h. ago Pregnant women report medical neglect in ICE detention, rights groups say

Women reported miscarriages, delayed care, being shackled, as well as held in solitary confinement, letter saysPregnant women have reported bleeding, miscarriages, being shackled and other instances of medical neglect while in US immigration custody, according to a group of prominent civil rights organizations.The groups – which include the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) and its Louisiana chapter, the National Immigration Project, Robert F Kennedy Human Rights, Sanctuary of the South and Sanctuary Now Abolition Project – sent a letter to Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and Senate committees on Wednesday, describing interviews with more than a dozen women. Continue reading...

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2 h. ago Detection firm finds 82% of herbal remedy books on Amazon ‘likely written’ by AI

Originality.ai scans 558 titles in herbal remedies section between January and September With gingko “memory-boost tinctures”, fennel “tummy-soothing syrups” and “citrus-immune gummies,” AI “slop” has come for herbalism, a study published by a leading AI-detection company has found.Originality.ai, which offers its tools to universities and businesses, says it scanned 558 titles published in Amazon’s herbal remedies subcategory between January and September this year, and found 82% of the books “were likely written” by AI. Continue reading...

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3 h. ago UK adults hopeful about future despite global challenges, survey shows

A survey of 2,000 UK adults found that seven in 10 feel hopeful about their future - despite growing and more complex global challenges

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3 h. ago Welsh rarebit among top 30 'nostalgic' dishes still cooked at home today

A recent survey has named the top 30 classic dishes that Brits are still making at home, with some being served up more often than others

Society

3 h. ago Emmerdale hit with Ofcom complaints over 'distressing' episode

Emmerdale has been hit with Ofcom complaints after a "harrowing" episode about April Windsor aired on Friday evening

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3 h. ago BDO chief pledges fight over ‘falsehoods’ on First Brands work

Firm leader says auditor may face years of scrutiny and will take ‘decisive action to protect our reputation’

Economics

3 h. ago UK adults feel hopeful about the future despite global challenges

SEVEN in 10 UK adults feel hopeful about their future – despite growing and more complex global challenges, a new poll shows. The survey of 2,000 UK adults revealed acts of kindness, scientific advances, and seeing people help each other within a community are boosting optimism. Additionally, 95 per cent have felt feel a greater...

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3 h. ago Two important factors define if you think it’s wrong to be ‘filthy rich’

A study published in the research journal PNAS Nexus looked at survey data from more than 4,300 people across 20 countries

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3 h. ago Most complained about TV shows 2025: Here are the programmes with the most Ofcom complaints this year

The most complained about show has more complaints than the rest of the list combined.

Culture

4 h. ago Acts of kindness and community support boost British optimism amid global concerns

A survey of 2,000 UK adults found that seven in 10 feel hopeful about their future - despite growing and more complex global challenges

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4 h. ago Exact time Brits are putting up the Christmas tree and some choose a surprising day to do it

If you're unsure of when to put yours up, a new survey has shown exactly when others are

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5 h. ago Strictly Come Dancing's Dianne Buswell sends fans wild with sweet baby dance idea

Strictly Come Dancing professional Dianne Buswell has been part of the BBC show since 2017 and has quickly become a firm fan favourite.

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5 h. ago New York officials condemn Manhattan Ice raid: ‘This creates fear and chaos’

Hochul, Schumer and the three mayoral candidates express outrage over federal operation in ChinatownLocal and state officials in New York are expressing outrage after dozens of federal agents carried out a US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (Ice) raid in Manhattan’s Chinatown on Tuesday.Eyewitnesses accounts and video footage captured the chaotic scenes in Lower Manhattan on Tuesday afternoon, where masked and armed federal agents were seen detaining several individuals near Canal Street, while crowds of New Yorkers gathered, protesting against the action. Military-style vehicles were also seen driving through the area. Continue reading...

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5 h. ago The unhealthiest coffee you can drink is a firm favourite but 'it's full of sugar and fat'

Many of us are huge fans of coffee, but there are certain coffees that everyone should probably avoid

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5 h. ago Immigrant rights group calls for removing pregnant women from detention

The American Civil Liberties Union is alleging that pregnant detainees being held in Immigration and Customs Enforcement facilities in Louisiana and Georgia are being mistreated and receiving inadequate care

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6 h. ago Lyft offers riders cash back on future journeys in latest effort to win over customers from Uber

Lyft says frequent riders could earn over $450 in yearly value with the $100 auto-refill option

Economics

7 h. ago Next's 'cosy' faux fur jacket in trending shade snapped up by fashion influencers

The high street firm's faux fur jacket is bang on-trend for autumn '25.

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7 h. ago Popular Edinburgh cocktail bar announces closure after 17 years in heartfelt message to customers

The bar announced the news on social media.

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