1 hour ago Billionaires’ wealth surged $6.5tn over past decade, Oxfam reports

Real-terms gains of $33.9tn for world’s richest 1% ‘enough to end annual global poverty 22 times over’, charity saysThe wealth of the world’s 3,000 billionaires has surged by $6.5tn (£4.8tn) in real terms over the past decade, according to Oxfam, equivalent to 14.6% of global output.In total the richest 1% of the global population has gained at least $33.9tn in real terms, which the charity said was “enough to end annual global poverty 22 times over”. Continue reading...

Economics

2 h. ago Brit stuck in Turkey 'can't come home' despite £10k offer to lift 'mistake' ban

Georgia Harrison, 32, from Greater Manchester, claims she has wrongly been given a travel ban preventing her from leaving Turkey after she admitted smashing up a hotel room following a boozy night

Economics

3 h. ago Andy Murray: ‘I don’t have any plans to go to Wimbledon. I don’t go to watch tennis as a fan’

Double champion unlikely to be at SW19 this year but is enjoying helping out Britain’s next generation of tennis playersAndy Murray has always had a way of creating alchemy on a tennis court. But, even in retirement, he is discovering new tricks. For more than an hour he has little kids from West Byfleet junior school transfixed as he coaches them through the joys of mini-tennis. There are swings and wild misses, gentle advice and high fives. In fact Murray is so locked in, he even makes his familiar power-exhale noise while he gently lifts the ball over a tiny net.In short, he is a natural – even if he doesn’t quite see it that way himself. “I think they were just buzzing to get a few hours out of the classroom to be honest,” he says, typically self-effacing, as he chats during a quick break. “But it’s great. I love seeing kids on a tennis court having fun.” Continue reading...

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4 h. ago Emma Raducanu confirms Wimbledon status after latest injury fears emerge

Emma Raducanu was knocked out of the Eastbourne Open in the second round as back issues plagued her again - but she maintained she would still play at Wimbledon

Events

4 h. ago Emma Raducanu hoping to get her head right in time for Wimbledon

The British number one was beaten in the second round at Eastbourne.

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5 h. ago Emma Raducanu says she needs to get her ‘head in the game’ after Eastbourne exit

British No 1 knocked out by teenager Maya JointAustralian world No 51 wins 4-6, 6-1, 7-6 (4)Emma Raducanu says she needs to get her “head in the game” before Wimbledon starts on Monday after falling just short of a comeback against Australian teenager Maya Joint at Eastbourne.The British No 1 looked dead and buried in her battle with the youngster, trailing 5-2 in the deciding set. But she produced an inspired spell, breaking Joint three times when she was serving for the match, to set up a tie-break. Continue reading...

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5 h. ago Horrific moment sword killer rammed van into victim seconds before he stabbed tragic 14

Shocking new footage released by police today shows the moment Monzo 'deliberately' smashed his van into Donato Iwule, catapulting him into a nearby garden.

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7 h. ago "I've offered them £10,000": Mum still stuck in Turkey on travel ban SEVEN weeks after trashing hotel room

Georgia Harrison was arrested last month after smashing up the bathroom while spending a night celebrating her partner's new teeth

Economics

7 h. ago Superdrug's £10 'no streak' fake tan is so popular '3 bottles sell every minute'

"This is the best ever fake tan that I've ever used. A lot better than Sienna and Bondi Sands."

Economics

7 h. ago Chelsea to sell 10 players in brutal clearout as Enzo Maresca attempts to fund transfers

Chelsea are gearing up for another busy summer in the transfer market and there is a high possibility that the Londoners will try and move on a load of unwanted stars

Sport

7 h. ago Asteroid on collision course with Moon could treat Earth to 'spectacular' shooting star display

Asteroid 2024 YR4 could be the largest asteroid to smash into the Moon in around 5,000 years

Events

8 h. ago Jack Draper Wimbledon warning as British tennis star sent 'unbelievable' message

BBC commentator Andrew Castle has backed Jack Draper to be a Wimbledon champion one day as the World No. 4 enjoys a successful 2025 season

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8 h. ago Emma Raducanu v Maya Joint live: Latest result and reaction from Eastbourne

The British No.1 continues her Wimbledon preparations with a last-16 clash at Eastbourne

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8 h. ago Family of Greg Monks gather for funeral as mourners donate to children's charity

Greg Monks sadly died after he vanished hours into a stag do in the party resort of Albufeira in the Algarve.

Society

9 h. ago Scottish tennis ace ranked 550th in world one win away from Wimbledon after dramatic qualifier

Strathblane man earns win of his career to set up SW19 chance

Events

9 h. ago M&S launches new strawberries and cream sandwich just in time for Wimbledon

The high-end retailer, based in London, is charging £2.80 for the 'game-changing' limited edition Red Diamond Strawberry & Creme Sandwich.

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9 h. ago Beatson Cancer Charity awarded £82,950 Young Start grant to support RadioTherapy podcast

Beatson Cancer Charity has received a Young Start award of £82,950 from The National Lottery Community Fund to continue the success of RadioTherapy – a podcast created by and for young people who have been diagnosed with cancer.

Economics

9 h. ago Billie Eilish: The Ultimate 'Hit Me Hard and Soft' Tour Special

Order your copy now, ahead of her sell-out UK tour!

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9 h. ago Wimbledon 2025 Men's Singles Odds: Here are the 13 players tipped to take the title

It’s nearly time for the world’s best tennis players to take to the grass of SW19.

Sport

10 h. ago Man Utd chiefs furious with 'misfit' Alejandro Garnacho and make transfer demands clear

Alejandro Garnacho has been told he is a Manchester United misfit and the club must sell him this summer after he infuriated chiefs with his latest ill-advised social media stunt

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