92 m. ago A dad went viral after leaving his kids at a McDonalds for a ‘job interview.’ But police say his story didn’t add up

Police claim Chris Louis, 24, wasn’t at a job interview when a deputy found the children but had attended one earlier in the day

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2 h. ago Severe storms and tornadoes hit US south and midwest, killing at least seven

White House approves Tennessee’s state of emergency request as further fatalities expected to be confirmedViolent storms and tornadoes have torn across the US south and midwest, killing at least seven people and downing power lines and trees, smashing homes, and upturning cars across multiple states.The outbreak of storms and tornadoes has resulted in at least seven deaths in Tennessee and Missouri, with further fatalities expected to be confirmed. One of the victims has been named: a 68-year-old man called Garry Moore who was a fire chief in Cape Girardeau county, Missouri. At least a dozen injuries have also been reported from the storms. Continue reading...

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3 h. ago US stock market plunges as Trump tariffs wipe £1.5 trillion off Wall Street

Trump slapped a 10% tariff on most US imports and much higher levies on dozens of other countries

Economics

4 h. ago US stock market plunges after Trump tariffs with S&P 500 losing more than 4%

Trump slapped a 10% tariff on most US imports and much higher levies on dozens of other countries

Politics

4 h. ago Severe storms and tornadoes rip across US south and midwest, killing at least seven

White House approves Tennessee’s state of emergency request as further fatalities expected to be confirmedViolent storms and tornadoes have torn across the US south and midwest, killing at least seven people and downing power lines and trees, smashing homes, and upturning cars across multiple states.The outbreak of storms and tornadoes has resulted in at least seven deaths in Tennessee and Missouri, with further fatalities expected to be confirmed. One of the victims has been named: a 68-year-old man called Garry Moore who was a fire chief in Cape Girardeau county, Missouri. At least a dozen injuries have also been reported from the storms. Continue reading...

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5 h. ago Unique Chicago museum showcases the history of public housing through its residents

A one-of-a-kind Chicago museum hopes to change the perception of public housing in America

Culture

5 h. ago Bonobos may combine words in ways previously thought unique to humans

Phrases used to smooth over tense social situations have meanings beyond the sum of their parts, study suggestsBonobos use a combination of calls to encourage peace with their partner during mating rituals, research suggests.The discovery is part of a study that suggests our close evolutionary cousins can string together vocalisations to produce phrases with meanings that go beyond the sum of their parts – something often considered unique to human language. Continue reading...

Politics

7 h. ago Shoppers hail 'unbelievable' skincare serum as 'most effective ever' at banishing dark spots

Shoppers are raving about this skincare serum that 'works wonders' on hyperpigmentation, discolouration and dark spots, and it's said to 'remove age spots like magic'

Politics

7 h. ago 'Magic' holiday tradition Brits miss as they're replaced by smartphones

A new survey has found that Britons are missing an 'imperfect' holiday tradition as it's revealed that over half of parents haven't operated a camera other than their iPhone in three years

Politics

7 h. ago Morgan Wallen reveals the parts of fame he doesn’t like after abrupt SNL exit

The 31-year-old artist drew criticism for quickly walking off-stage at the end of ‘Saturday Night Live’

Politics

7 h. ago Usher moved by iconic Dublin statue: ‘I had no idea black artists were celebrated like this'

The Confessions singer opens up to The Standard about his trip to the Emerald Isle, where a bronze statue of an Irish rock legend had a profound impact on him

Culture

8 h. ago Viral tweet claims Apple is planning to launch 8 new popstar emoji

In a post that has been viewed almost 11 million times, an X user claims that Apple is planning to release eight new emoji of famous female artists. Can you tell who they are supposed to be?

Politics

8 h. ago Eljamel inquiry chairman will ‘listen to those whose voices have not been heard’

Lord Weir is chairing a public inquiry into former Dundee-based neurosurgeon Sam Eljamel who left dozens of patients with life-changing injuries.

Politics

8 h. ago 'They're not short of a few bob are they?': Residents say travellers leave mess in local park after invading it with their flashy caravans every year

Dozens of vehicles and trailers parked-up on playing fields at Swanshurst Park, in Birmingham on Sunday 30 March.

Events

10 h. ago More than a dozen migrants die as boats sink off Greece and Turkey

Greece's coast guard says a boat carrying migrants from Turkey to a nearby Greek island sank leaving at least seven people dead, including three children

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10 h. ago ‘I’ve tried dozens of tinted moisturisers and this is the best for natural glowing skin’

Beauty editor Laura Mulley has seen lots of new skin tints and tinted moisturisers launch recently, but this one beats them all; it's even made her ditch her favourite foundation

Politics

10 h. ago Severe storms and tornadoes rip across US south and midwest, killing one person

Rare tornado emergency declared in Arkansas city as homes ripped apart and warnings issued in multiple statesViolent storms and tornadoes have torn across the US south and midwest, killing at least one person and downing power lines and trees, smashing homes and upturning cars across multiple states.Dozens of tornado and severe thunderstorm warnings were issued in parts of Arkansas, Illinois, Indiana, Missouri and Mississippi on Wednesday evening. In Arkansas, the National Weather Service told residents: “This is a life threatening situation. Seek shelter now.” Continue reading...

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10 h. ago Severe storms and tornadoes rip across US south and midwest, killing at least one person

Rare tornado emergency declared in Arkansas city as homes ripped apart and warnings issued in multiple statesViolent storms and tornadoes have torn across the US south and midwest, killing at least one person and downing power lines and trees, smashing homes and upturning cars across multiple states.Dozens of tornado and severe thunderstorm warnings were issued in parts of Arkansas, Illinois, Indiana, Missouri and Mississippi on Wednesday evening. In Arkansas, the National Weather Service told residents: “This is a life threatening situation. Seek shelter now.” Continue reading...

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10 h. ago Two further arrests made over Old Firm violence in Glasgow before League Cup Final

Dozens of football fans have been arrested since the clash on December 15.

Events

11 h. ago Grand Designs couple forced to halt £450k renovation after 'terrifying' mistake

Sarah and Pip risked a eye-watering fine during their appearance on the Channel 4 show

Economics