56 m. ago Gardeners urged to put garlic in plant water until October for important reason

Putting garlic in some of your plant water can help protect some of your most vulnerable seedlings and plants from some unwelcome guests who are known to enjoy chowing down on them

Politics

5 h. ago Two men rushed to hospital after being struck by lightning during road trip

The rescue teams were first alerted about the incident at 5pm but it wasn't until around midnight that the helicopter made a second trip to rerscue the less seriously hurt man

Transport

8 h. ago MIKEY SMITH: Nervy Washington DC braces for Donald Trump's tank parade: 'This is f*****g weird'

The display of Donald Trump's military might comes amid growing nerves about Trump's near-authoritarian behaviour, deploying troops on US soil and rounding up thousands to be deported

Politics

11 h. ago About 200 marines to move into Los Angeles, says official, as law enforcement continues patrolling California streets – live

Neither marines nor national guard troops in Los Angeles have temporarily detained anyone, Maj Gen Scott Sherman says; marines to protect federal buildings and personnelWith Donald Trump’s deployment of more troops in response to protests in LA, and as plans come together for a military parade in Washington DC on the president’s birthday, journalist Judith Levine tells Jonathan Freedland why she believes the US has entered a new era of authoritarianism in this week’s edition of US Politics Weekly. You can listen here.With predictions of as many as 200,000 attendees at tomorrow’s Washington parade, the Secret Service is preparing for protests by erecting 18 miles of anti-scale fencing and deploying drones to the city’s skies to keep watch. Continue reading...

Society

14 h. ago Rory McIlroy's behaviour at US Open speaks volumes as he again remains defiant

Rory McIlroy was in good spirits during his opening round of the US Open at Oakmont, despite concerns being raised over his behaviour and body language ahead of the tournament

Politics

14 h. ago Clarkson’s Farm star Kaleb Cooper says he’s ‘not good’ after painful injury

Clarkson’s right-hand man is ‘hobbling’ around farm after hurting himself

Events

17 h. ago So social media has broken even Elon Musk. I’m forced to ask: U OK hun? | Marina Hyde

In his spat with Trump, the man who literally owns X has been hoist by his own platform. Guys, no one is safe!Did you see Elon Musk apologise for some tweets this week? (Please don’t be naff and call them “X posts”.) Like me, you will be so embarrassed for Earth’s primo edgelord that he feels pressed into doing something so excruciatingly conventional. This is worse than when Kate Moss was scapegoated into rehab.Imagine owning the world’s premier shitposting platform – in fact, having spent $44bn (£32bn) on it, specifically so that your magic mirror would tell you each day that you were the fairest shitposter of all – and then shuffling sheepishly on to your own pixels to mumble something about having gone “too far” with your hurty words. Buck up, sadsack – honestly.Marina Hyde is a Guardian columnist Continue reading...

Politics

19 h. ago Patrols of Dumfries and Galloway beauty spot ramped up to tackle irresponsible behaviour

The Loch Ken Trust Ranger Service and Police Scotland will be taking part in joint patrols to ensure everyone can enjoy the area.

Politics

29 h. ago William praises rangers who ‘take on’ poachers to protect endangered rhinos

The Prince of Wales commended rangers who are fighting for the survival of the ‘awe-inspiring’ animals

Politics

30 h. ago Love Island fans rumble Harry's real intentions for Helena after shock recoupling

ITV viewers believe that Harry has ulterior motives for encouraging Helena to recouple with him as the footballer has already been accused of 'player' behaviour

Events

32 h. ago Love Island fans slam Harry for 'disgusting' bedroom behaviour as they spot brutal detail

Love Island fans have reacted to Harry Cooksley running off to the Hideaway with Helena Ford whilst coupled up with Shakira Khan, with many highlighting a particularly detail

Politics

32 h. ago Love Island star given 'red card' over villa behaviour as fans call out 'diabolical' act

Love Island returned to screens tonight

Politics

34 h. ago DoJ sues New York for blocking immigration arrests near court

Pam Bondi says state employing policies similar to those used by California amid immigration crackdownThe US justice department said on Thursday that it had filed a lawsuit against New York state, challenging state policies that blocked immigration officials from arresting individuals at or near New York courthouses.“Specifically, the complaint challenges a law, called the Protect Our Courts Act, that purposefully shields dangerous aliens from being lawfully detained at or on their way to or from a courthouse and imposes criminal liability for violations of the shield,” the justice department said in a statement. Continue reading...

Events

35 h. ago Army soldier killed and another hurt in helicopter ‘incident’ near Fort Campbell in Kentucky

The names of the soldiers have not been released

Events

36 h. ago Is Thomas Tuchel right to try and tame Jude Bellingham? How the Three Lions boss divided the internet with blunt comment

MailOnline investigates Thomas Tuchel's risky dig at Jude Bellingham, after revealing that even his own mother finds the midfielder's on-pitch temperament 'a bit repulsive'.

Politics

38 h. ago Dog owners warned of danger that could injure pets this BBQ season

Barbecues can pose a serious danger to dogs- here's how to protect them.

Events

38 h. ago A grassland bird eavesdrops on prairie dog calls to keep itself safe from predators

New research says long-billed curlews listen to alarm barks from prairie dog colonies to protect themselves from predators

Politics

39 h. ago FIFA Club World Cup backlash sees players' union FIFPro step in with new 12

The inaugural Club World Cup is set to kick off this weekend and there has been outcry over the amount of tournaments players are having to feature in. Now FIFPRO want big changes to be introduced that will protect stars from burnout

Sport

40 h. ago Clarkson’s Farm star Kaleb Cooper says he’s ‘not good’ after suffering painful injury

Clarkson’s right-hand man is ‘hobbling’ around farm after hurting himself

Events

41 h. ago Ryanair introduces £500 fine for certain types of 'unacceptable' behaviour

Passengers who misbehave on Ryanair flights will soon find themselves out of pocket, after the airline revealed it is 'clamping down' on those who have to be removed from planes.

Economics