9 h. ago Government issues statement on Household Benefit Cap review plans

It comes after the Government decided to scrap the two-child benefit cap

Politics

11 h. ago Aston Martin become second F1 team to miss vital testing in Barcelona

AMR26 car will not run until Thursday and FridayWilliams unable to take to the track at all in SpainThe Aston Martin team have admitted they are to miss at least one day of their allotted three at Formula One’s first pre-season test in Barcelona and will not run their car before Thursday at the earliest. They are the second team to fail to take full advantage of the opening test after Williams also announced they would be unable to take to the track at all in Spain.Testing is taking place from Monday to Friday this week at the Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya with teams able to use three of the five days to assess their cars. They have been designed to entirely new regulations and with new engines this season and consequently three full pre-season tests are being held. But as the track running began, Aston Martin conceded they would not be there at the off and issued a statement. Continue reading...

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14 h. ago David Beckham supported by sons Romeo and Cruz in Paris amid Brooklyn drama

David Beckham was joined by his sons Romeo and Cruz in Paris on Monday - one week after his eldest son Brooklyn issued a scathing statement on social media

Events

14 h. ago Kanye West suffered 'four month manic episode' as he apologises for anti

Kanye West has issued a lengthy statement where he apologised for a number of anti-Semitic rants with a lengthy advertisement page in the Wall Street Journal

Politics

17 h. ago Aaron Anselmino in tears after Chelsea cut short Dortmund loan as player issues statement

Argentine defender made big impression in six-month Bundesliga stint

Sport

22 h. ago John Fetterman's own WIFE turns on him over ICE as Senator comes under fire for his silence on shooting of Alex Pretti

Senator John Fetterman's wife issued a statement that exposed a rift in beliefs, as her Democratic husband has repeatedly endorsed Trump's immigration crackdown and the use of ICE.

Events

28 h. ago Minneapolis shooting: Obama and Clinton urge Americans to ‘stand up’ as more Republicans call for an investigation – live

Some elected officials condemn Trump’s federal surge in Minnesota and say DHS agents should leave stateAlex Pretti did not brandish gun, witnesses say in sworn testimonyCalls mount on Trump administration to fully investigate killingMinnesota workers pressure employers to take action against ICE operationsAlex Pretti, a Veterans Affairs Hospital ICU nurse, was said to be deeply upset about the Trump administration’s sometimes brutal immigration crackdown. The 37-year-old has been described as kindhearted by his friends and family (see opening post to read what his parents said about him in a statement issued after he was killed).Dimitri Drekonja, chief of the Infectious Diseases Section at the Minneapolis Veterans Affairs hospital and a colleague of Pretti, called him “a good kind person who lived to help.” Pretti was a nurse working “to support critically ill veterans,” he added. Continue reading...

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30 h. ago Minneapolis shooting: More Republican lawmakers join calls for full investigation into Alex Pretti’s killing – live

Some elected officials condemn Trump’s federal surge in Minnesota and say DHS agents should leave stateAlex Pretti did not brandish gun, witnesses say in sworn testimonyCalls mount on Trump administration to fully investigate killingMinnesota workers pressure employers to take action against ICE operationsAlex Pretti, a Veterans Affairs Hospital ICU nurse, was said to be deeply upset about the Trump administration’s sometimes brutal immigration crackdown. The 37-year-old has been described as kindhearted by his friends and family (see opening post to read what his parents said about him in a statement issued after he was killed).Dimitri Drekonja, chief of the Infectious Diseases Section at the Minneapolis Veterans Affairs hospital and a colleague of Pretti, called him “a good kind person who lived to help.” Pretti was a nurse working “to support critically ill veterans,” he added. Continue reading...

Events

36 h. ago Andy Burnham speaks for first time since being blocked in bid to become MP

Burnham took to social media to issue a statement

Events

40 h. ago League Two club sack manager and issue 'right time to make a change' statement

A League Two club confirmed they have sacked their manager after a run of six defeats in their last seven games - saying it's the 'right time to make a change'

Society

3 d. ago Urgent product recall notice issued for batch of baby formula

The Food Standards Agency has issued a statement

Politics

3 d. ago A knock at the door: fear of ICE is transforming daily life in America | Abdul Wahid Gulrani

Does a society truly become safer when part of its population learns to live in constant fear?On 15 June 2025, the Trump administration issued an official statement directing US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) to begin what it described as “the largest mass deportation operation in American history”. Major cities such as Los Angeles, Chicago and New York were identified as primary targets. The stated goal was to keep communities “safe and free from illegal alien crime, conflict, and chaos”. Federal agents rapidly became a part of many residents’ everyday lives.No stable state can protect its borders, public order and the legitimate interests of its citizens without immigration law and effective enforcement mechanisms.Abdul Wahid Gulrani is a political sociologist from Afghanistan, whose work focuses on migration, gender and national security. He is currently engaged in teaching and research at Georgetown University and The George Washington University Continue reading...

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3 d. ago Manchester United issue statement after 'landmark' moment in new Old Trafford plan

Man Utd are pushing ahead with plans to build a new Old Trafford and regenerate the surrounding area.

Politics

3 d. ago Emmerdale star supported by fans after facing 'sick' pregnancy rumours

Emmerdale star Lisa Riley has been forced to issue a statement after she was inundated with congratulations messages, as cruel rumours spread that she is pregnant

Politics

3 d. ago Newcastle United issue statement as Bruno Guimaraes suffers 'immense' blow

Newcastle United have a tough fixture against high-flying Aston Villa on Sunday and may have to make do without their talisman, Bruno Guimaraes

Politics

3 d. ago England and Lions captain Maro Itoje makes tragic announcement

The England and British & Irish Lions captain has issued a heartbreaking statement on social media

Events

3 d. ago The Traitors issues statement on family tree connections hours before BBC final

The fourth searies of the Claudia Winkleman programme have seen two major connections revealed

Politics

3 d. ago Blue Badge holders can park in 2 new locations as deal 'final discussions' says DfT

The Department for Transport has issued a statement over changes to where people will be able to use their badges this summer

Economics

4 d. ago Brooklyn Beckham and his wife Nicola Peltz flash beaming smiles as they walk dog on Malibu beach in first sighting since issuing scathing statement about his estranged family

Brooklyn Beckham and his wife Nicola Peltz didn't appear to have a care in the world in their first sighting since publishing a scathing six-page statement about his family.

Society

4 d. ago Popular coffee chain explains decision behind refusing tips from customers

A popular coffee chain has issued a lengthy statement to its customers via Facebook explaining the reason behind its stance. Now people are suggesting donations instead

Economics