54 m. ago Trump tries to downplay Chicago ‘war’ threat as border czar says immigration raids coming this week

Trump has earlier posted AI-generated image of himself in a cowboy hat sitting in front of a burning Chicago, along with the phrase ‘Chipoaclypse Now’

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69 m. ago Loose Women bosses slapped huge pop star with 'lifetime' ban for one reason

90s pop legend Kavana has revealed that he received a 'lifetime ban' from Loose Women following his disastrous appearance on the lunchtime chat show back in 2007

Politics

2 h. ago New home secretary hit with immediate crisis as small boat Channel crossings top 30,000

Shabana Mahmood will host representatives from the US, Australia, Canada and New Zealand to discuss ways to ‘smash the gangs’ as new figures reveal the scale of the migrant crisis she has inherited as the new home secretary

Events

3 h. ago Scott Bemand does not expect lasting damage from Ireland’s loss to New Zealand

The Black Ferns secured top spot in Pool C by ruthlessly running in six unanswered tries in a 40-0 drubbing Brighton.

Events

3 h. ago Olivia Attwood says 'I will not be forced' as she addresses 'weird' criticism

The TV presenter and former Love Island star took to her Instagram as she stood up for herself amid hate comments

Culture

4 h. ago Geraint Thomas signs off stellar career with emotional home town reunion

Welshman ends 19-season racing career in CardiffRomain Grégoire secures Tour of Britain victoryUnder sombre skies, Geraint Thomas raced into Cardiff to a hometown hero’s welcome after a 19-season racing career came to an end at the final stage of the 2025 Tour of Britain.A groundbreaking career founded in south Wales ended in south Wales, with the 39-year-old Olympic gold medallist and Tour de France winner buoyed by a sea of emotion from fans, well-wishers and old friends. Continue reading...

Politics

4 h. ago 'Great Scots' shoppers amused as iconic Back to the Future DeLorean rolls into town

Locals in Alness were bewildered as the DeLorean from the iconic movie franchise Back to the Future arrived on their High Street.

Politics

5 h. ago Elderly man's decade long 'loyalty' routine with cat leaves people in 'tears'

Sarah Annett, 34, has shared the sweet bond her 93-year-old grandfather, Walter, has with his elderly cat Angus.

Politics

5 h. ago Magician faces vanishing money as he is billed £429 for animal training licence for rabbit he has in his act

Stuart Brown, aka Magic Stuart, has been pulling bunnies out of hats to impress his adoring fans for more than 15 years. But he might have to come up with new tricks after some shock extra costs.

Economics

5 h. ago Imperfect New Zealand shut out Ireland to show champion qualities at Women’s World Cup

New Zealand 40-0 Ireland: The Black Ferns were not at their best but Braxton Sorensen-McGee’s hat trick and a ferocious defensive performance denied Ireland any hope of a World Cup upset

Politics

6 h. ago Mahmood to host Five Eyes border talks in first major job as Home Secretary

The meeting between US, Australian, Canadian, New Zealand and UK counterparts will take place in London this week.

Society

6 h. ago The kindness of strangers: a nurse saw me crying and asked if I wanted a hug

I had cancer and I was alone in hospital when it all suddenly hit me. I have never needed a hug more in my lifeRead more in the Kindness of strangers seriesIn 2024, I was unexpectedly diagnosed with leukaemia. I was 34. I had no symptoms (none!) and it came at the worst possible time, although there is never a good time.I am a musician and was one week away from flying to New Zealand to be in a show. I was extremely excited about the show and, to be organised, I thought I’d get a blood test to check my iron levels before I left the country for five weeks. Continue reading...

Politics

6 h. ago Daniel Craig looks completely unrecognisable after ditching James Bond appearance

Daniel Craig was last seen on-screen as James Bond, and now, the famous actor looks completely unrecognisable in a new look while promoting his next film

Politics

6 h. ago Almost 900 people arrested at Palestine Action ban protest, say Met police

Demonstration in central London on Saturday led to 857 arrests under Terrorism ActA total of 890 arrests were made at a demonstration in central London on Saturday against the banning of the protest group Palestine Action.Police arrested 857 people under the Terrorism Act for showing support for a proscribed group, while 33 people were arrested for other offences, including 17 for assaults on police officers, the Metropolitan police said. Continue reading...

Events

6 h. ago Black man targeted in racist attack says South Carolina needs hate crime law

Jarvis McKenzie says he was shot at by a white man in a car with a rifle while waiting to go to workA Black man from South Carolina is calling for hate crime laws to be enacted in the state, one of only two states in the US that do not have them, after being targeted at in a racist attack.Jarvis McKenzie said that on 17 July, while waiting to go to work, a white man in a car picked up a rifle, fired over his head and shouted “you better get running, boy!”, according to the Associated Press. McKenzie reportedly escaped behind a brick wall and police later arrested Jonathan Felkel, 34, in the shooting, according to WIS 10. Continue reading...

Events

7 h. ago Core blimey! Apple strudel chain stretching 3km and made with five tonnes of flour and fruit clinches world record back from rival Croatian town

Two tonnes of flour and three tonnes of apples were used to make the nearly 9,000 strudels in the small village of Jaskovo, Strudelfest organisers said.

Politics

8 h. ago How to spend 48 hours in Port Stephens, Australia’s town of the year for 2025

Sand dunes, dolphin spotting and crystal clear waters. It’s little surprise that Port Stephens was just crowned Best Town in Australia

Politics

8 h. ago Police arrest almost 900 at London protest supporting banned group Palestine Action

Police say they arrested almost 900 protesters outside Parliament in London for defying a ban on the group Palestine Action, which the government has labeled a terrorist organization

Events

8 h. ago Bill Belichick gets first UNC win and confirms he has banned Patriots scouts

Tar Heels beat Charlotte 20-3 on rainy afternoonScout ban shows decaying of relations with former teamBill Belichick won six Super Bowls during nearly a quarter of a century coaching the New England Patriots, but it’s clear that relationship has deteriorated since his departure in January of 2024 leading to plenty of animosity and hard feelings. When asked to address reports that he banned a Patriots scout from attending practices at North Carolina this summer, Belichick said bluntly, “It’s clear I’m not welcomed in their facility, so they aren’t welcomed in ours Simple as that.”Belichick’s comments came just minutes after he won his first game as head coach of North Carolina 20-3 over Charlotte on a rain-soaked afternoon in front of a record crowd of 19,233 at Jerry Richardson Stadium. Continue reading...

Economics

8 h. ago Almost 900 arrested at Palestine Action protest in Parliament Square as hundreds defied ban, police say

A total of of 890 people were arrested - mostly for showing support for the proscribed terror group - and 519 people were taken into custody

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