2 h. ago Tammy Beaumont says England spots up for grabs in ‘extremely exciting’ new era

The inaugural women’s Metro Bank One-Day Cup begins on Wednesday.

Politics

2 h. ago Kate Middleton and Prince William's island getaway to celebrate wedding anniversary revealed

It has been revealed that the Prince and Princess of Wales will be heading off on a two-day trip next week, which will coincide with their 14th wedding anniversary

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5 h. ago Prince William and Kate to spend 14th wedding anniversary celebrating in Isle of Mull

The Prince and Princess of Wales will travel to the Isle of Mull, off Scotland's west coast, for a two-day visit to celebrate their 14th wedding anniversary.

Politics

37 h. ago Five million Brits' water supplies will not be checked for quality for two days as workers go on strike over pay

Workers will walk out on Tuesday and Wednesday following a one-day strike last month.

Economics

57 h. ago Couple's wedding day plans upended when pregnant fiancée is rushed into intensive care unit

Ariana and Chandler Sleen were just two weeks out from their special day when the bride-to-be, who is pregnant, began experiencing severe back pain.

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5 d. ago Three dead after horrific boat collision at Major League Fishing event

The two-vessel crash occurred just after 7 a.m. Wednesday on day two of MLF’s Tackle Warehouse Invitational on Lewis Smith Lake near Cullman, Alabama

Events

6 d. ago A sultan’s banquet, Holy Week and Welsh gold: photos of the day – Wednesday

The Guardian’s picture editors select photographs from around the world Continue reading...

Culture

6 d. ago Groom's cruel wedding day prank on wife sparks heated debate: 'I'd get an annulment'

A viral video showing a husband playing a dramatic trick on his wife on their wedding day has left many social media users outraged, with some claiming she should leave him.

Society

7 d. ago US begins inquiry into pharmaceutical and chip imports in bid to impose tariffs

Notices show Trump administration setting stage for levies on both sectors on national security groundsThe Trump administration is kicking off investigations into imports of pharmaceuticals and semiconductors as part of a bid to impose tariffs on both sectors on national security grounds, notices posted to the Federal Register on Monday showed.The filings scheduled to be published on Wednesday set a 21-day deadline from that date for the submission of public comment on the issue and indicate the administration intends to pursue the levies under authority granted by the Trade Expansion Act of 1962. Such inquiries need to be completed within 270 days after being announced. Continue reading...

Politics

9 d. ago BP dropped its green pledges and turned back to oil. Now the price of crude has collapsed

At its AGM this week, the company will face not only the activist investor at its heels, but a global economy being changed from the White HouseAfter Donald Trump’s “liberation day” on Wednesday last week, BP lost almost a quarter of its market value in a share price rout even deeper than the oil giant endured in the wake of the Deepwater Horizon disaster. The collapse in global oil prices in the wake of the US president’s ­tariff blitz may have wiped billions from its ­market value – but Trump isn’t BP’s only problem.The oil company will face shareholders this week for the first time since it bowed to investor pressure to abandon its green energy ambitions in favour of a return to fossil fuels, and its chair, Helge Lund, agreed to step down from the board. Continue reading...

Politics

1 week ago The Queen was said to be 'practically skipping' on the day of Kate Middleton and Prince William's wedding

Over her 96 years of life, her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II went to a lot of royal weddings.

Politics

1 week ago How Megxit cost Harry his 'band of brothers': He's snubbed their weddings and insiders say 'bonds have frayed'. Now RICHARD KAY reveals what happened

Harry's 'band of brothers' photo from his wedding day is but a distant and sad memory seven years on, as many of those he is pictured with no longer have a relationship with him.

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1 week ago The NEW star of the Masters! British star Tommy Fleetwood's adorable son, 7, wins hearts of golf fans with 'cutest interview ever' at Augusta National

Frankie Fleetwood was among the kids of famous faces to have a run round the traditional Par 3 on the Wednesday before the Masters ' officially gets underway the following day.

Sport

1 week ago Picture of King and Queen’s meeting with Pope Francis released as pontiff recovers from pneumonia

Charles and Camilla visited the Pope on the same day they celebrated their 20th wedding anniversary

Politics

1 week ago King Charles and Queen Camilla pay recovering Pope Francis surprise visit

British royals wish pontiff well in recovery from pneumonia during their state visit to ItalyKing Charles and Queen Camilla paid a surprise private visit to a convalescing Pope Francis on Wednesday afternoon during their four-day state visit to Italy.The royal couple visited Francis, 88, at his home in Casa Santa Marta in Vatican City, where he is recovering from a serious bout of pneumonia in both lungs. An official audience had previously been removed from the royals’ schedule due to the pontiff’s ill health. Continue reading...

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1 week ago Meghan Markle hopes As Ever will 'bring joy' during a 'time of recession'

The first items from the Duchess of Sussex 's lifestyle brand sold out within an hour of going on sale last Wednesday - the same day President Donald Trump announced his levies.

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1 week ago Trump imposes new tariffs on dozens of partners, sparking fresh market turmoil

Rates on imports to US from dozens of economies rise further, with China hit by 104% tariffsBusiness live – latest updatesThe US and China are heading towards an all-out trade war, after Donald Trump unleashed a fresh wave of tariffs against dozens of partners that triggered a fresh day of stock market turmoil on Wednesday.Despite the market chaos, China’s government was unbowed, reiterating threats of further countermeasures and saying it was unwilling to fight a trade war but “will never sit idly by and watch the legitimate rights and interests of the Chinese people be damaged and deprived”. Continue reading...

Politics

1 week ago King Charles and Queen Camilla's 'cursed' wedding from shock illness to security fear

King Charles and Queen Camilla finally tied the knot on this day 20 years ago, 50 years after first meeting - and their wedding was also beset by problems, with many wondering if they would actually make it down the aisle

Events

1 week ago Martin Kemp confesses 'I don’t think I’m married' leaving son Roman horrified

Martin and Shirlie Kemp married in St Lucia in 1988, after being encouraged to meet by popstar George Michael, but the pair made a confession about their wedding day to son Roman

Politics

1 week ago Queen Camilla's major worry over anniversary Italy trip with King Charles

King Charles and Queen Camilla are making their 20th wedding anniversary today in the middle of their four-day state visit to Italy - and will celebrate later at a glittering state banquet

Politics