38 m. ago Mars confirms M&M’s, Skittles and others will have no synthetic dyes in 2026

The Trump administration has gone after synthetic dyes in foods as part of its “Make America Healthy Again” plan

Politics

45 m. ago Peter Andre climbs through window to rescue son from public toilet in Cyprus

The rescue didn’t quite go to plan when the Australian pop star realised he was stuck himself

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83 m. ago Southport victim Bebe King's family slam new plans to share suspects' ethnicity

Bebe King's grandfather said the actions of the far-right and Nigel Farage's Reform UK party in bid to "make a political gain" had been "despicable" in the wake of the horrific tragedy

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84 m. ago Florida elementary school teacher accused of drunkenly crashing car between classes

Language arts teacher Philip Scire was allegedly found unconscious inside his vehicle at Explorer K-8, surrounded by open alcohol containers

Events

92 m. ago Jaecoo 7 review: A premium bargain (despite the warning beeps)

Handsome plug-in hybrid SUV offers impressive value and quality, and a decent electric range, but poor ride quality and infuriating beeps and bongs

Events

1 hour ago ‘Why would you take away a parking place?’: the city where anyone can build an urban oasis

Grätzloasen – low-cost, urban ‘parklets’ built by volunteers – are on the rise in Vienna as sceptics are being won over by the splash of welcome greenery and boost to community spiritsIn a quiet corner of Vienna’s well-to-do 18th district, Jana is explaining how her assembly of wooden decking and planters is bringing a bit of greenery to the area. “There’s not a single tree on this whole street – it’s just parking spaces on both sides.”This is a grätzloase, or neighbourhood oasis – a miniature park tucked into the side of the road. With the blessing of the city hall, more than 100 of them have sprung up across Vienna. The scheme has been growing since 2015, and its proponents say it’s struck a rare balance for urban projects: cheap, community-driven and appreciated by local people. Continue reading...

Politics

2 h. ago DC's homeless pack up as sweeps are expected. What we know about Trump's plan to clear encampments

Some of the District of Columbia’s homeless residents are packing their belongings before an expected sweep to clear out remaining encampments around the nation’s capital

Politics

2 h. ago Windsor man among 4 charged in violent dispute over London vehicle sale

Windsor man among 4 charged in violent dispute over London vehicle sale  Windsor Star

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2 h. ago Chemical incident at London hospital leaves nine needing treatment and sparks patient evacuation

Around 150 patients had to be evacuated on Thursday morning due to a chemical incident in the plant room at Guy’s Hospital

Science

2 h. ago Pilot shares warning to passengers about area of a plane he 'wouldn't touch'

An airline pilot has shared a crucial warning to all passengers travelling by air and it's not something everyone will be aware of. He shared a place of a plane he 'wouldn't touch if even if you paid him'

Events

2 h. ago Pilot names certain area on plane that he 'wouldn't touch if you paid him'

An airline pilot has issued a warning to all passengers who are heading off on their summer holidays - and it's all to do with the seat back pocket in front of you

Politics

2 h. ago Aberdeen crime: Man charged after 387 cannabis plants worth £178k found inside property

He was due to appear at Aberdeen Sheriff Court on Wednesday.

Economics

2 h. ago I drove an electric car 560 miles in a day but things didn't go to plan

Christopher Sharp looks back on what happened when he drove over 500 miles from one part of the UK to another and what he thought of the UK's charging infrastructure in 2023

Politics

3 h. ago British Gas owner buys £1.5bn gas terminal in big bet on fossil fuel reliance

Deal for Europe’s biggest facility for LNG imports comes as overall UK gas demand fell sharply last yearThe owner of British Gas has placed a £1.5bn bet on the UK’s future reliance on fossil fuel imports after striking a deal to buy Europe’s biggest gas import terminal.Centrica plans to partner with a US private equity firm to acquire the Isle of Grain terminal in Kent, which can import 15m tonnes of liquefied natural gas a year, even after Britain’s gas demand fell last year to its lowest level since the early 1990s. Continue reading...

Economics

3 h. ago Best shoes for plantar fasciitis: Top trainers to boost support and ease pain

Tania Leslau road-tests the most cushioned soles for sore feet

Politics

3 h. ago Council is forced to ditch plans to slap 20 per cent 'fat tax' on wider burial plots after facing a furious backlash

The premium meant a 6ft-wide plot at Danescourt Cemetery in Tettenhall, Wolverhampton would cost families £2,700 - a hefty 20 per cent premium on the cost of a standard 5ft grave.

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3 h. ago Japanese knotweed is spreading more aggressively than ever thanks to recent bouts of warm weather, expert warns

Aggressive Japanese knotweed is thriving and spreading faster than usual this summer, experts have warned. The plant, which can grow up to 10cm (4 inches) per day, is reaching its peak season.

Events

3 h. ago 'I've driven electric vehicles for years, but they're a challenge on the motorway'

Peter Greaves, who goes by the name Petrol Ped online, has been driving electric vehicles for six years and has noticed a few things have changed during that time

Transport

3 h. ago Wallabies recall veteran James O’Connor at No 10 for South Africa showdown

Return for 35-year-old after three-year absenceBlow as Ben Donaldson ruled out of Johannesburg clashVeteran James O’Connor has been called on to take on the playmaking duties as the Wallabies seek to build on the impetus of their third Test win over the Lions with a rare victory in South Africa at the start of the Rugby Championship.But a plan for the 35-year-old O’Connor, back in the green and gold after three years, to share the No 10 role has had to be shelved after Ben Donaldson went down injured in training on Thursday. Continue reading...

Politics

3 h. ago Krispy Kreme unveils Harry Potter doughnuts inspired by the four Hogwarts houses

The new treats will be available for just a month

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