45 m. ago US imposes more sanctions on Iranian oil trade after Trump calls to drive exports 'to zero'

The U.S. on Monday imposed sanctions on dozens of people and oil tankers across China, the United Arab Emirates, India and other jurisdictions for allegedly helping to finance Iran and its support for militant groups that launch attacks against the U.S. and its allies

Politics

54 m. ago DVLA issues urgent number plate warning with £1,000 fines set to kick in

The DVLA has warned drivers that they could face fines of up to £1,000 if they don't comply with the regulations on the number plates on their vehicle - new rules come into place very soon

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54 m. ago Inside Stephen Graham's marriage: A Thousand Blows star's famous wife and the shows they've been in together

Eagle-eyed fans of the actor may have spotted his wife in quite a few of his projects

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55 m. ago The corner of Wales that's one of the best places in the UK to spot dolphins

Dolphin spotting is a bucket list activity for many, but one corner of Wales may be able to help with ticking the experience off

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67 m. ago Lindsay Lohan’s father arrested on domestic violence charge after allegedly flipping wife out of chair

Michael Lohan is being held on a $30,000 bond, according to authorities

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72 m. ago UK's £20m medical package to save Ukraine's frontline troops after Trump row

British defence chiefs double medical aid to help save Ukraine's brave troops following US President Donald Trump's spiteful attack on Kyiv leader Volodymyr Zelensky

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86 m. ago Poll reveals high levels of anxiety among university students

A poll of 1,000 students has revealed how many are affected by stress and anxiety during their studies - and how it can lead to them dropping out of their courses

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90 m. ago I hope the war will end this year, says Volodymyr Zelensky on third anniversary of Ukraine conflict

PM says UK will help Ukraine achieve ‘a just and lasting peace’

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94 m. ago DVLA loophole will help drivers of these cars avoid upcoming tax hike

By renewing early drivers could save hundreds of pounds.

Transport

95 m. ago The fight at the heart of the German election is simmering everywhere | Zoe Williams

In all similar democracies, left and right are having versions of the same argument: does ‘electable’ mean centrist or radical?As the German election results land, a lot of people are looking on the bright side: nearly 80% of Germans won’t entertain voting for Alternative für Deutschland (AfD). A nanosecond ago, however – as recently as Saturday – the idea that voters might go this far-right, in these kinds of numbers, for the first time since the second world war was terrifying. Some are calling this a victory over Donald Trump and Elon Musk, who vocally supported the AfD; others are calling it a victory for them.Nobody is puzzling much over the decline in support for Olaf Scholz’s Social Democratic party – down 9%, almost equal to the AfD’s gains, although the numbers on switchers have yet to be crunched – because it was so long expected. The CDU/CSU alliance has won, with 28.5%, pretty much as the polls predicted. It’s an incredibly German story in its labyrinthine and laborious ...

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98 m. ago MAFS UK groom Luke Debono's surprising career shift after reality TV including pizza perfume

The Prison Education Manager and his bride Amy Kenyon were dubbed the 'Barbie and Ken' of MAFS UK

Politics

98 m. ago Manchester United receive £50million financial blow caused by Glazer family

Man Utd's latest financial results were published last week and they revealed debt interest payments are set to soar.

Economics

1 hour ago Best blow torches for crisping and caramelising in the kitchen

The most fiery on the market

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2 h. ago Gardener shares 1 item in his garden perfect for growing flowers and bulbs

If you're squeezed on space in your garden this item can help you create the perfect display.

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2 h. ago 'Incredible' technique helps stars make old clothes look brand new again

Designer Roksanda Ilincic is revisiting some of her archival designs during her Autumn Winter 2025 runway show at London Fashion Week. She's working with developers to revitalise colours and fabrics

Economics

2 h. ago Apple announces $500bn in US investments over next four years

Spending ranges from new AI server factory in Texas to film and TV content and may add 20,000 jobsApple said on Monday it would spend $500bn in US investments in the next four years that will include a giant factory in Texas for artificial intelligence servers and add about 20,000 research and development jobs across the country in that time.That $500bn in expected spending includes everything from purchases from US suppliers to US filming of television shows and movies for its Apple TV+ service. The company declined to say how much of the figure it was already planning to spend with its US supply base, which includes firms such as Corning that makes glass for iPhones in Kentucky. Continue reading...

Economics

2 h. ago ‘We’ve lost some parts of nature for ever’: Ukraine war’s impact on environment – photo essay

As well as intense human suffering, three years of war have had a catastrophic environmental effect, killing wildlife, felling trees and increasing emissionsSince 2022, the Guardian photographer Alessio Mamo has been tracking the impact of Russia’s war in Ukraine. The Kremlin’s full-scale invasion, which began three years ago on Monday, caused millions of Ukrainians to flee. Cities have been flattened, villages occupied and lives destroyed. At least 46,000 Ukrainian soldiers have been killed and many more injured in Europe’s biggest conflict since the second world war.Aerial view of craters caused by rocket fire in a field in the liberated area between Kharkiv and Donetsk regions. Ammunition and missile residues in these craters may become a source of chemical pollution that could reach the groundwater Continue reading...

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2 h. ago Apple announces $500B investment in America including 20,000 new jobs and a new AI factory in Texas

The Silicon Valley tech giant pledged its 'largest-ever spend commitment' after Trump pushed companies to shift their manufacturing back home.

Economics

2 h. ago Shocking moment birthday balloon explodes in woman's face after floating in candles on her cake

A horrifying moment caught on camera shows a birthday balloon blowing up in Giang Pham's face after it flew over her cake's candles - leaving the young Vietnamese woman with serious burns.   

Events

2 h. ago Man in his 20s arrested on suspicion of drug dealing and 'cuckooing'

Police say they have shut down a suspected drugs line

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