8 h. ago Haftbefehl shows that Germany loves art born from alienation – just not the people who create it

A hit Netflix documentary about Germany’s favourite rapper demonstrates how popular the aesthetics of migrant life are – just as politicians debate how to remove it from inner citiesIf you want to understand the state of Germany in these last weeks of 2025, grasping the meaning of two entries in the German dictionary are essential: stadtbild and haftbefehl.The first term technically means “cityscape”. But since chancellor Friedrich Merz gave a speech in the state of Brandenburg on 14 October, it has taken on a new political meaning. “We have come far with migration,” he said, “but of course we still have this problem in our stadtbild.” Continue reading...

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5 d. ago Celebrity Race Across the World review – Unlike The Traitors, this all

‘Race Across the World’ has always felt like a format created by the people, for the people

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6 d. ago Custard Cream pattern meaning finally explained after years of bewildering biscuit lovers

The custard cream biscuit has been a popular treat in the UK since it was first created in 1908, but many people are surprised to learn the meaning behind its intricate patterns.

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6 d. ago London chess clubs create new communities as more people get on board the ancient game

London chess clubs create new communities as more people get on board the ancient game  South West Londoner

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7 d. ago The ‘pavement vigilante’: why Cameron Roh is naming and shaming bad walking etiquette

He films people breaking his self-created ‘laws’ of street decorum and posts the videos online – with many viewers expressing their gratitude. So watch out if you’re rushing along on your phone or wheeling a small bag that could be carried ...It’s a damp, grey morning in Soho, London, and Cameron Roh is standing a metre or so behind a woman who is speaking loudly into her phone outside Caffè Nero. She is breaking his “laws” of “pavement etiquette” and he holds up his phone and presses record. Lost in conversation, the woman doesn’t see him, but still, watching him from a distance, it’s fist-in-mouth awkward. What if she turns around? Is this allowed? Is this even OK?Suddenly, the woman hangs up and dashes across the road, oblivious to what has just happened. Evidence duly captured, Roh returns to where I am hiding and delivers his verdict, which is marks out of 10 – with 10 being perfect pavement etiquette. “That’s a two,” he says. Her crimes? “On her phone, sudden stop, pretty much...

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9 d. ago Roadshow to celebrate the nation’s ‘favourite’ small businesses kicks off

The month-long ‘Tour’ will shine a light on the real people, passion, and creativity behind the UK’s 5.6 million local small firms, celebrating their critical contribution to the economy, society and communities

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9 d. ago Woman buys 'stinky' blankets from charity shop and turns them into something incredible

Kelsey Reese has been turning unwanted clothes donated to charity shops into something new - and people are so impressed by her creations, they want to buy them for themselves

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2 w. ago The young local talent breathing new life into the Isle of Skye’s food scene

A new generation of chefs and distillers are showcasing the Hebridean island’s outstanding produce and creating jobs for fellow islandersWith its dramatic, rugged mountain skyline, winding roads and ever-changing weather, the Isle of Skye has long appealed to lovers of the wild. Over the last decade, however, the largest island in the Inner Hebrides has been drawing visitors for other reasons – its dynamic food and drink scene. Leading the way are young Sgitheanach (people from Skye) with a global outlook but a commitment to local, sustainable ingredients. It’s also the result of an engaged community keen to create good, year-round jobs that keep young people on the island.Calum Montgomery is Skye born and bred, and he’s passionate about showcasing the island’s larder on his menus at Edinbane Lodge. “If someone is coming to Skye I want them to appreciate the landscape, but also the quality of our produce,” he says. “Our mussels, lobster, scallops and crab are second to none.” Montgo...

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2 w. ago False claims online damaged Brigitte Macron’s quality of life, daughter tells court

Tiphaine Auzière spoke at trial of 10 people accused of harassment by posting claims that French first lady was born a manBrigitte Macron’s daughter has told a Paris court that false claims online that the French first lady was born a man had damaged her mother’s quality of life, leaving her worrying every day about the clothes she wears and how she stands.Tiphaine Auzière, 41, a lawyer, was called as a witness at the trial of 10 people accused of online harassment of Brigitte Macron by creating or reposting social media posts falsely claiming she was a man. Continue reading...

Events

2 w. ago Digital ID explained: Situations when it will be mandatory to show

The Prime Minister announced plans to create a free digital ID for people living in the UK, but when will these new IDs have to be used?

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2 w. ago Transport for London accused of 'lying' to smear vigilantes cleaning graffiti

Andy Lord is facing calls to apologise after claiming he had ‘evidence of people creating then erasing’ graffiti

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3 w. ago Livingston MP welcomes UK Government's “blitz on business bureaucracy”

At the Birmingham summit, Chancellor Rachel Reeves also announced over £10 billion in new private investment in projects across the UK, creating jobs and prosperity for working people.

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3 w. ago Princess Diana's Nieces Lady Amelia and Lady Eliza Are Creating Handbags That Reflect Their Aesthetics (Exclusive)

Princess Diana's Nieces Lady Amelia and Lady Eliza Are Creating Handbags That Reflect Their Aesthetics (Exclusive)  People.com

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3 w. ago America, there is still so much to love about you but we have to break up. This is why I’m renouncing US citizenship | Anonymous

A menacing portrait of Donald Trump at the US consulate in Sydney is the final push. I know I am making the right choiceAmerica, it’s been 60 years but I’m breaking up with you. I still love you but I’m not in love with you and I’m calling it quits. I’m going willingly although I’m sad because there is a lot that’s wonderful about you.From your magnificent national parks, soaring redwoods and unique wildlife to the magic of fireflies amid the corn fields on summer nights and the vibrant colours of autumn leaves, your natural beauty is stunning. Your capacity to inspire creativity and innovation is boundless, as reflected in the inspirational people I have met who live within your borders. So many of my fondest memories of our time together revolve around the flavours that will always remind me of you – cinnamon, pumpkin pie, grape jelly. But, America, I just don’t understand you any more. Continue reading...

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3 w. ago Wood burning and gas cooking hugely costly to healthcare systems, New Zealand study finds

Experts suggest replacing gas hobs with electric ones, saying it is a win–win for health and the climateAir pollution from wood burning and gas cooking is massively costly to our healthcare systems and the economy. These are the conclusions of a peer-reviewed study from New Zealand that calculated the cost of hospital treatment, days off ill and early deaths from the air pollution produced by fireplaces, stoves, gas cooking and un-flued room heaters.Indoor air pollution from New Zealand’s 523,000 wood burners was estimated to account for 446 hospital admissions for heart and lung problems, and 101 early deaths annually, in a country with a population of just over 5 million people. Breathing fumes from gas cooking indoors created more than 1,000 hospital admissions, 208 early deaths and more than 3,000 new cases of childhood asthma each year. Continue reading...

Society

last month North Lanarkshire Council’s Arts & You programme invites residents to explore their creativity this autumn

Classes offer wide range of opportunities for people of all ages and abilities to learn new skills, meet new people, and enjoy creative time in warm, welcoming spaces.

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