28 m. ago Tycoons urge Rachel Reeves not to stifle entrepreneurs in the Budget

In an open letter, several business leaders said Britain's tradition of entrepreneurship' was being undermined by escalating costs following tax raids in last year's Budget.

Politics

75 m. ago The tiny Welsh venue that launched a Hollywood star in the town with an extraordinary acting heritage

Port Talbot has produced more than a small town's expected share of renowned Hollywood legends and acting stars

Politics

2 h. ago Bill Nighy 'set to be cast' in HBO's Harry Potter TV series as filming continues on highly anticipated episodes ahead of 2027 release

Harry Potter's highly anticipated TV series is 'set to cast' actor Bill Nighy to star in the new episodes.

Culture

5 h. ago Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner set up ATP Finals showdown in Turin

Sinner saw his hopes of ending 2025 as world number one ended by Alcaraz this week, but with one final act to play out, the Italian will aim to exact revenge in front of a home crowd

Politics

6 h. ago I burned through a lot living large after Trainspotting took off, says IRVINE WELSH

Welsh is the writer best known for his 1993 novel, which has sold a million copies in the UK alone and was turned into a hit film starring Ewan McGregor.

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6 h. ago EastEnders' James Bye lands huge first role since Martin Fowler's death

James Bye is joining forces with Hollyoaks actor Gary Lucy in the West End show 2:22 A Ghost Story - and fans are excited to see the two soap stars on the stage together

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6 h. ago Scotland lose in Greece but Denmark stumble takes World Cup qualification to decider

The most extraordinary upshot of an extraordinary evening was that Scotland’s dream of qualifying automatically for the World Cup remains alive. Steve Clarke has Belarus to thank for that, their surprise claiming of a draw in Denmark leaving Scotland in precisely the position they had sought before this clash with Greece. If Scotland beat Denmark in Glasgow on Tuesday, they will top this section.The dust might just have settled on this fixture by then. Scotland trailed by three at one point before hauling themselves back into proceedings against a Greek team who finished with 10 men. Greece’s win by the odd goal in five was a merited one but, after a silent wait for full time in Denmark to arrive, the Tartan Army celebrated. Clarke and his Scotland players did not seem to know how to act, which was totally understandable. For all the shortcomings laid bare here, the spirit summoned was quite striking. Clarke’s task in the coming days is to combine that with far more assuredness, esp...

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6 h. ago Wild Cherry review – this fun, trashy thriller seems to have spent most of its budget on clothes

There are shades of Gossip Girl, Desperate Housewives and everything Nicole Kidman has appeared in for the last five years. Put your brain aside, and enjoyThat its ultra-wealthy characters live in a place called Richford Lake tells you almost everything you need to know about the glossy new thriller Wild Cherry. Yes, it’s another entry in the increasingly popular eat-the-rich genre. Yes, it has shades of The White Lotus and everything starring Nicole Kidman for the past five years. Yes, most of the budget has gone to wardrobe, with any woman over the age of 30 apparently allergic to synthetic fibres and every actor seemingly cast primarily for her ability to carry off swagged silk and cashmere in warm beige tones. Yes, you should have bought shares in the colour camel years ago but it’s too late now. Yes, the insular community and soapy vibe suggests an ancestry that includes Desperate Housewives and Gossip Girl. Yes, in short, it’s trash with pretensions. But trash with pretensions...

Economics

7 h. ago Strictly Come Dancing’s most emotional episode yet proved Blackpool means even more than the final

The tears kept on coming during Saturday night’s live show - proving there’s one ‘Strictly’ milestone every couple wants to make, writes Rachel McGrath

Politics

7 h. ago Gilmore Girls star Elizabeth Franz dies aged 84 as tributes pour in for actress

Elizabeth Franz, who was best known for her role as Mia Bass in Gilmore Girls, has died at the age of 84 after a battle with cancer, her husband has confirmed

Events

7 h. ago NSPCC demands urgent action from tech giants as online grooming crimes in London reach record high

NSPCC demands urgent action from tech giants as online grooming crimes in London reach record high  London Post

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7 h. ago Elizabeth Franz dead: Tributes pour in for Gilmore Girls and Death of a Salesman actress

Elizabeth Franz, who was best known for her role as Mia Bass in hit TV series Gilmore Girls, has died at the age of 84 after a battle with cancer, her husband has confirmed

Events

7 h. ago EastEnders legend Barry Evans returns to soap after 21 years in tragic storyline

Albert Square icon Barry Evans is heading back to EastEnders this December after two decades away from Walford, with actor Shaun Williamson admitting he was 'shocked'

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7 h. ago It's war! Hundreds take to the streets in protest over Starmer's plan to house 300 asylum seekers at Scottish barracks

Scots have sent a resounding message of defiance to Keir Starmer over his plan to house hundreds of asylum seekers at a historic military base.

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8 h. ago Gilmore Girls actress Elizabeth Franz dead at 84 as husband confirms sad news

Elizabeth Franz, 84, was best known for roles including Mia in Gilmore Girls and for her iconic stage performances in Death of a Salesman on Broadway.

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8 h. ago Helen Flanagan has 'no regrets' after turning down Strictly Come Dancing

Former Coronation Street actress Helen Flanagan has shared that she was offered the chance to appear on Strictly Come Dancing

Politics

8 h. ago Pride and loyalty... and a protest against Labour's 'barracks' plan

The Highland capital with the motto 'concordia et fidelitas' - harmony and faithfullness - is no stranger to historic conflict and has always nurtured its military roots.

Events

8 h. ago Who is in the cast of Wild Cherry? List in full as House of the Dragon actor stars

Eve Best, Carmen Ejogo, and Nicôle Lecky star in BBC One new coming-of-age drama

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9 h. ago Elizabeth Franz dead at age 84: Broadway icon and Gilmore Girls actress passes away after cancer battle

Elizabeth Franz, the Tony-winning actress best known for her role in the 1999 Broadway revival of Death of a Salesman, has died at 84.

Events

9 h. ago Inside warped world of Lotto conman Edward Putman and how he was exposed

Edward Putman has spent decades meting out brutal acts of cruelty - but his most cunning con was stealing £2.5m from the National Lottery with a forged ticket

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