89 m. ago US and UK set to announce trade deal today – UK politics live

US president set to announce ‘full and comprehensive’ trade deal between UK and US with Starmer due to make statementThe Liberal Democrats treasury spokesperson Daisy Cooper has reiterated the party’s position that any trade deal with the US should be put to parliament for approval before being ratified, saying Labour “should not be afraid” of a vote if they are confident a deal is in the country’s best interests.Cooper, the MP for St Albans, said in a statement:Parliament must be given a vote on this US trade deal so it can be properly scrutinised.A good trade deal with the US could bring huge benefits, but Liberal Democrats are deeply concerned that it may include measures that threaten our NHS, undermine our farmers or give tax cuts to US tech billionaires.If it’s correct, and you know, whilst we haven’t been named publicly, it does sound like something’s happening, nevertheless, it would be wholly speculative [to comment].As you appreciate and know full well, with any deal like ...

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2 h. ago DWP warning to everyone who claims benefits ahead of second May bank holiday

The Department for Work and Pensions has issued a payment warning to anyone who claims benefits ahead of the second bank holiday in May, which falls on Monday, May 26

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2 h. ago Danielle Lloyd shows off EXTREME weight loss after losing 23lbs as she poses in the gym in a crop top

Danielle Lloyd showed off her extreme weight loss as she posed in a gym selfie on Wednesday. 

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2 h. ago Timothée Chalamet and Kylie Jenner: a timeline of the couple's romance as they go red carpet official

When this unexpected couple were first rumoured in 2023, people were in disbelief. Now, in 2025, Kylithée are still going strong

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3 h. ago Child Benefit payments will stop for thousands of parents at the end of this month

You can claim Child Benefit if you're responsible for a child under the age of 16, or if they are under the age of 20 and still in approved education or training

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4 h. ago Lidl searches for ‘unexpected Scots voice in bagging area’ amid £3m self

“This isn’t about replacing one experience with another - it’s about offering greater flexibility and choice” – Jassine Ouali, Lidl GB

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4 h. ago DWP benefits and payments people can claim from State Pension age

There are more than a dozen benefits and discounts available for men and women aged over 66.

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7 h. ago DWP shares new update on 2025 cost of living payments for struggling households

The pensions and benefits department shared the update on its GOV.UK page, which detailed the cost of living payments which were paid to low-income households between 2022 and 2024

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8 h. ago Russell Grant's horoscopes as Cancer told to prepare for chaotic unexpected change

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8 h. ago Older people with any of these health conditions could be due up to £110 each week

Pensioners may be eligible for extra financial support to help them stay independent in their own home for longer.

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13 h. ago US is pushing Starlink on nations facing tariffs as Musk stands to benefit from trade deals: report

State Department says Starlink ‘has been game-changing in helping remote areas around the world gain internet connectivity’

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13 h. ago Labour's 'lanyard class' has made it a 'hostile environment' for working class voters, party grandee warns

Maurice Glasman said the 'lanyard class' had alienated traditional supporters who are now flocking to Reform UK instead.

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13 h. ago NASA is prepping Mars missions for next year – a shift in priorities that will likely benefit Elon Musk

The White House increased budget funding for Mars-related projects by $1 billion in its 2026 budget proposal

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14 h. ago Pensioners could be missing out on £8,110 – see if you're eligible for freebies

Pensioners could benefit from a range of perks that don't require repayment, and you could be missing out on thousands of pounds in freebies that you're entitled to

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15 h. ago UK motorists could save 6p a litre on petrol as part of huge new change

Motorists could also benefit from more charging points and shaded parking spots under the proposal

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16 h. ago Emmerdale fans say the same thing as Ross and Manpreet spend an 'unexpected night' together

Emmerdale fans were left in shock during tonight's episode as Ross Barton was seen leaving Manpreet Sharma's house after an "unexpectedly fun evening"

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18 h. ago Piers Morgan makes unexpected offer to Kanye West after rapper furiously exits interview

US rapper Kanye West abruptly walked out of his most recent interview with Piers Morgan, who later blasted the rapper’s conduct in a scathing public statement

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18 h. ago I tried swapping the gym for a Pilates class and it had some unexpected benefits

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19 h. ago Starmer faces backbench rebellion over Pip benefit squeeze, Labour MPs indicate

Several MPs indicated they would vote against proposed changes to the personal independence payment benefit.

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