94 m. ago Teacher who sent pictures of herself in underwear to student banned from the classroom

Georgia Lowe continued to pursue the boy after she was suspended, a panel heard

Society

1 hour ago Three Scottish Aldi stores named in list of 23 locations to receive 'upgrades'

See the full list of locations set for major upgrades to enhance the customer experience.

Politics

1 hour ago Tractor tax more likely to hit working farmers than wealthy landowners, think tank tells Reeves

Labour chancellor warned over her planned inheritance tax raid on farms

Economics

2 h. ago Palestine Action prosecutions should be suspended, say UK rights groups

Campaigners tell attorney general that proceeding with trials before judicial review raises legal and moral questionsUK politics live – latest updatesProtesters arrested for supporting Palestine Action should not be prosecuted until a legal challenge to a ban on the group has been heard, organisations including Greenpeace and Human Rights Watch have told the attorney general for England and Wales.In a letter to Richard Hermer KC, also signed by Friends of the Earth, Global Witness and the Quakers, they say proceeding with charges or trials before the judicial review, which is expected to be heard in November, would raise significant legal and moral questions. Continue reading...

Politics

2 h. ago Speed camera myths that could 'get you off' fines exposed by police

A police force has published a list of common misconceptions around the use of speed cameras - many of which could help drivers get off a fine

Events

2 h. ago Outlander star auditioned for not one but two other roles before landing iconic Blood of My Blood part

Outlander Blood of My Blood has finally arrived, telling two love stories across two different timelines.

Events

3 h. ago ‘Kept fighting despite the odds’: the Russian journalists who risked everything to report the truth

In an expansive five-hour documentary, young journalists are branded ‘foreign agents’ for continuing to report independently as authoritarianism spreadsIn the fall of 2021, the director Julia Loktev traveled from her Brooklyn home to Moscow, with the intent to film some friends under pressure. That summer, the Russian government had cracked down on the remaining independent media in the country, designating outlets and journalists it found irksome as “foreign agents”. Loktev, who moved to the US from the Soviet Union at age nine, had several journalist friends now required to submit detailed financial reports to the government and affix an all-caps disclaimer to any output, be it an article or an Instagram post of their cat, declaring it the work of a foreign agent.Loktev began shadowing her friend Anna Nemzer, a host on the country’s only remaining independent news channel, TV Rain (Dozhd, in Russian), which was on the growing list of “foreign agents” meant to chill any press criti...

Events

3 h. ago Inside the Topshop revival: ‘We’re going to get things wrong — but we will bring back its swag’

It was London’s fashion mecca, loved by everyone from off-duty models to bargain-hunting teens — now it’s back, insiders tell Joe Bromley what's in store

Politics

3 h. ago Michael Phelps is right. USA Swimming’s failure runs deeper than medals

The 23-times gold medallist warns of drift and weak leadership. Governance failures, and a troubled safeguarding record, could cost the US more than podium places at LA 2028In three years’ time, the swimming programme for the Los Angeles Olympics will unfold over nine days and nights on the grandest stage the sport has ever known. A purpose-built pool inside SoFi Stadium in Inglewood will be the centerpiece of a 38,000-capacity open-air natatorium, transforming the $5bn home of the NFL’s Rams and Chargers into the largest swimming venue in modern history. For the United States, a rare Summer Games on home soil should be a coronation, a chance to showcase the depth of its talent in the country’s most spectacular arena. Yet Michael Phelps, the most decorated Olympian of them all, fears the US swimming program is in no shape to seize the moment.Phelps has launched a withering attack on USA Swimming’s leadership, accusing it of “weak” stewardship, “poor operational controls” and presidi...

Events

3 h. ago DWP full list of 22 medical conditions qualifying for up to £200 a week

Employment and Support Allowance (ESA) is a benefit for those with health conditions

Economics

3 h. ago Man banned after he filmed Cineworld staff telling off confetti throwers

Cineworld staff argued with a number of filmgoers who threw confetti during a screening

Events

3 h. ago Iconic Ibiza nightclub loved by A List celebrities confirm final summer 2025 line

Pacha Ibiza has confirmed its final line-up for summer 2025 with the likes of Sonny Fodera, Robin Schulz and CamelPhat on the roster ready to get the dance floor grooving

Politics

4 h. ago China and Britain shared a mission to fight aggression and fascism. And we can work together today | Zheng Zeguang

As we remember VJ Day, let us also recall a spirit that can help us combat regional instability and climate changeZheng Zeguang is Chinese ambassador to the UKThis year marks the 80th anniversary of the victory in the Chinese people’s war of resistance against Japanese aggression and the world anti-fascist war. On Friday, there will be a two-minute silence at noon in the UK to honour the 80th anniversary of VJ Day. This is a moment not only for solemn remembrance, but also for reflection on the enduring bonds forged in the crucible of history – bonds that continue to resonate in our world today.At the darkest hour of the second world war, China and the UK fought on different fronts but shared a common mission: to defend humanity against fascism and aggression. Millions of lives were lost, cities razed, and families torn apart. Yet in that darkness, courage and solidarity illuminated the way forward. The Chinese and British peoples stood shoulder to shoulder, united by sacrifice and ...

Events

4 h. ago Roy Keane tops the list of Republic of Ireland's greatest footballers, Kevin Kilbane notably absent

A poll of 1,000 Republic of Ireland fans has named the best players in the nation's history - and there's a big snub for Kevin Kilbane in the top 20

Politics

4 h. ago Horrifying moment father is snatched by crocodile and dragged to his doom in front of his family as they bathe in river before bystanders bravely battle the beast to recover the victim's body

The man, identified as Arifuddin, 53, had been bathing with relatives along the Bulete River in South Sulawesi on Thursday afternoon when the reptile struck, sinking its teeth into his leg.

Events

4 h. ago People on PIP never need to tell DWP about these changes in circumstances

Not every change in circumstances will affect your entitlement to PIP or see payments paused.

Politics

4 h. ago Aldi to make 'major change' to several stores across UK before end of year – see full list

Aldi has announced that more than 20 of its supermarkets will undergo improvements before the end of the year as part of the latest phase of its investment in enhancing the shopping experience for customers nationwide

Politics

4 h. ago Chinese economy slows as Trump tariffs bite; FTSE 100 on track to hit new record

Rolling coverage of the latest economic and financial newsThe owner of Kingsmill has agreed to buy its rival bakery business Hovis, in a deal that could make the biggest bread brand in the country if it gets the green light from regulators.Associated British Foods, a FTSE 100 company which also owns the retailer Primark, has agreed to buy Hovis from the private equity firm Endless.This transaction will create a UK bakeries business that is both profitable and sustainable over the long term. Supporting the Hovis and Kingsmill brands with well-invested and efficient operations will also enable innovation and growth. This solution will create value for shareholders, provide greater choice for consumers and increase efficiencies for customers.Firms may be running on existing capacity rather than building new plants The July industrial value-add breakdown tells a more nuanced story than the weak fixed asset investment headline. Continue reading...

Politics

5 h. ago Warning over commonly prescribed drug millions take every day

A pharmacist has issued a list iof symptoms to watch out for

Events

6 h. ago Tax the rich more to fill black hole in public finances, Labour members tell Starmer

Exclusive: PM urged to conduct a ‘radical change of direction’ as the government attempts to plug gaps in the public finances

Economics