17 m. ago Trump plans to delay tariff start to August 1 as he announces 25% levy for Japan and South Korea

Bizarre letters cite ‘unsustainable’ trade deficits with two of America’s most important allies and trading partners

Politics

21 m. ago Texas flood survivors search for the missing and sift through ruins as they ask why there were no warnings

The stench of death still hangs over the Guadalupe River, three days after it spectacularly burst its banks and flooded four tiny towns.

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22 m. ago Flight diverted after recently released psychiatric patient claimed laptop was a bomb

Exclusive details: Taj Malik Taylor, 27, told police that he had been recently released from a mental health facility, and that he was “currently suffering from a lack of clarity,” according to an FBI affidavit reviewed by The Independent

Science

23 m. ago Lille president directly addresses Hamza Igamane transfer as Rangers told exactly where they stand

The Ibrox owners are standing firm on the £15million valuation of the striker

Politics

28 m. ago Trump to send 12 more tariff letters today, says White House, with more to follow this week – US politics live

White House spokeswoman says US president will release letters on social mediaThe president of the European Commission, Ursula von der Leyen, said she had a “good exchange” with Donald Trump on Sunday, a Commission spokesperson told reporters during a daily press briefing this morning.The spokesperson said:We want to reach a deal with the US (by 9 July). We want to avoid tariffs. We believe they cause pain. We want to achieve win-win outcomes, not lose-lose outcomes. Continue reading...

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32 m. ago My dream £258,000 retirement flat in Spain went up in flames

A British expat has told how his dream retirement to Spain has gone up in smoke after his home was destroyed by a wildfire - because the town where he lives has no fire service.

Economics

53 m. ago Luka Modric joining Milan from Real Madrid after Club World Cup, Allegri confirms

Manager describes 39-year-old as ‘extraordinary player’Allegri says Maignan and Leão seem willing to stayReal Madrid’s captain Luka Modric will join Milan after the Club World Cup, the Serie A club’s manager, Massimiliano Allegri, confirmed on Monday.The 39-year-old midfielder announced in May that he would be leaving Madrid after the tournament. Madrid face Paris Saint-Germain in the semi-finals on Wednesday, with the final scheduled for Sunday. Continue reading...

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69 m. ago Kelsey Parker makes incredibly brave announcement just three weeks after losing baby son

On June 22, Kelsey Parker tragically announced that her third child was stillborn in a heartbreaking post just months after announcing her pregnancy

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74 m. ago Exes Katy Perry and Orlando Bloom crash Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sanchez's HONEYMOON aboard luxury yacht

Despite the heartbreaking announcement that Katy and Orlando would be 'shifting' their relationship to mere co-parents of their child, the pair seem to be in no rush to spend time apart.

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90 m. ago Donald Trump announces 25% tariffs on Japan and South Korea in letters released on social media – US politics live

US president’s letters appear to be the first his administration planned to release today outlining new tariffs on major trading partners The president of the European Commission, Ursula von der Leyen, said she had a “good exchange” with Donald Trump on Sunday, a Commission spokesperson told reporters during a daily press briefing this morning.The spokesperson said:We want to reach a deal with the US (by 9 July). We want to avoid tariffs. We believe they cause pain. We want to achieve win-win outcomes, not lose-lose outcomes. Continue reading...

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92 m. ago Brits told to brace for 'longest heatwave of 2025' as 32C blast set to hit UK

The Met Office has warned Brits that rising temperatures at the end of this week could stick around for quite some time as the UK is set to swelter in its third heatwave

Events

2 h. ago Mohammed Ben Sulayem hits back at claim that his FIA tenure is ‘reign of terror’

The 63-year-old has confirmed he will stand for a second term and is set to face Tim Mayer after the American announced his candidacy.

Events

2 h. ago Stereophonics Presales and ticket prices: How to see the Welsh rockers play Glasgow and Aberdeen

The announcement comes just days after the band played a triumphant concerts in Glasgow’s Bellahouston Park.

Economics

2 h. ago Wimbledon issue statement after reviewing major controversy and announce big change

The All England Lawn Tennis Club have been forced to make changes to their controversial new AI-assisted line-calling system after a major blunder on Centre Court at Wimbledon

Politics

2 h. ago Jessie J shares update on breast cancer diagnosis as she tells fans 'the tears are real'

Jessie J has shared a positive update on her breast cancer diagnosis after she announced to fans in early June that her world had been turned upside down

Science

3 h. ago Insurance lottery adds to displaced Perth residents' plight following tenement fire

A number of those affected have told city MP Pete Wishart they are facing financial hardship after rejection of insurance claims.

Events

3 h. ago 5 of the best cookies in London: taste tested by The Standard team

From the gooey and chunky to wildly overindulgent, these are the cookies that’ll ruin your self-control

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3 h. ago Alice Evans jokes she has a 'fallen in love' after ex husband announces baby news

Actor Ioan Gruffudd and new wife Bianca have announced they are expecting their first baby together after getting married in April and Alice Evans has found some extra support

Politics

3 h. ago Pupil was happy and chatting moments before he was stabbed to death, jury told

A 15-year-old boy is on trial accused of murdering Harvey Willgoose, also 15, at a Sheffield secondary school.

Events

3 h. ago Jessie J's son makes emotional announcement on mum's health battle after 'early' cancer diagnosis

The 37-year-old singer has shared an update after announcing earlier this year she had been diagnosed with 'early breast cancer'

Science