6 h. ago Jessie J reveals why she she had to 'push through' TV BAFTA performance as she admits: 'I'm sure people could see me struggling'

The singer, 37, marked her grand return to the stage during Sunday night's ceremony at the Southbank Centre's Royal Festival Hall.

Politics

6 h. ago Keir Starmer to announce new measures to ‘tighten up’ immigration system – UK politics live

Prime minster to unveil immigration white paper that he claimes will be ‘clean break from past’What change in rules means for migrants and employersThe Conservatives have rejected suggestions that Keir Starmer is being tough on immigration. In a statement released overnight in response to the briefing about the white paper plans, Chris Philp, the shadow home secretary, said:Keir Starmer pretends to be tough, but just weeks ago his MPs voted against our 10-year residency and economic contribution test for indefinite leave to remain. Now he says that immigrants who make no contribution should still be allowed to stay.He is trying to take steal credit for recent substantial reductions in visa numbers that resulted from Conservative reforms in April 2024.International recruitment is a lifeline for the homecare sector, enabling us to provide vital support to older and disabled people in their own homes. Care providers are already struggling to recruit within the UK. We are deeply concern...

Politics

34 h. ago Foodbank chief appeals for help and claims Labour government failing to tackle poverty

The foodbank in Glasgow fears closure as more people struggle with the rising cost of living.

Politics

4 d. ago From apathy to celebration – how four people lived VE Day in 1945

While some were relishing their first hot meal after five years as PoW, others struggled to rejoice in celebrationsAfter nearly six years of hardship, people poured out on the streets in celebration 80 years ago as the second world war in Europe came to an end. However, for many who lost family and friends, the rejoicing was muted.Here, four people recall their memories and those of their families. Continue reading...

Politics

4 d. ago Almost half of people ‘would struggle with bills if income suddenly lost’

Research by the Big Issue magazine found regional variations in the financial situation of people across the UK.

Politics

7 d. ago Only those with expert logic skills can solve brainteaser about brothers' age

Brainteasers can be a fun way to test your critical thinking skills and challenge your mind but some people struggle to answer them correctly. Many can't agree on this logic-based question

Events

1 week ago Full list of people entitled to free NHS prescriptions as 2025/26 charges confirmed

The latest announcement from the government could ease the cost of living struggle for millions of people

Politics

2 w. ago Voices: How can Britain’s housing divide be fixed? Join The Independent Debate

According to new figures released by Savills, older generations now hold the majority of the UK’s housing wealth – sparking debate over whether the system is fair to younger people struggling to get on the property ladder

Politics

2 w. ago Number of people struggling with debts rising as ‘breathing space’ requests up

Around 8,033 breathing space registrations were recorded in March 2025, up is 4 per cent from the same time last year

Politics

2 w. ago We need to support people who are struggling in order to fight the far right

Writing for the Daily Record, First Minister John Swinney says his anti-Reform summit is only "the start of an ongoing process."

Politics

2 w. ago The telltale signs YOU might be sexually repressed: TRACEY COX speaks to people who struggle with shame in the bedroom who reveal how religion has ruined sex

Tracey Cox chats to women from the UK - and a man from the US - who feel shame around sex following their religious upbringings.

Politics

2 w. ago Israel shark attack victim was married dad who was 'warned not to go in water'

A swimmer is missing and feared dead after being mauled by a shark in the sea in a rare attack off the Israeli coast on Monday, with horrified people watching the diver struggling in the water off Hadera

Events

2 w. ago Hadera shark attack: Swimmer's last words in FULL before being dragged out to sea and mauled

A swimmer is missing and feared dead after being mauled by a shark at a beach in Hadera, Israel, with horrified people watching the man struggling in the water from a beach

Events

2 w. ago Hadera shark attack: Diver's desperate last words before being dragged out to sea and mauled

A swimmer is missing and feared dead after being mauled by a shark at a beach in Hadera, Israel, with horrified people watching the man struggling in the water from a beach

Events

2 w. ago Hadera shark attack: Swimmer's desperate last words before being dragged out to sea and mauled

A swimmer is missing and feared dead after being mauled by a shark at a beach in Hadera, Israel, with horrified people watching the man struggling in the water from a beach

Events

2 w. ago Reddit DOWN: Thousands of users can't use website after 'server error' message

Reddit is down for tens of thousands of people around the world, as users struggle to access the popular content sharing website due to a 'server error' message

Politics

2 w. ago Hadera shark attack: Swimmer feared dead after mauling in front of Israel beach sunbathers

WARNING DISTRESSING CONTENT. A swimmer is missing and feared dead after being mauled by a shark in the sea off the Israeli coast with horrified people watching the diver struggling in the water off Hadera

Events

3 w. ago Dating app fatigue is 'real threat' as Gen Z are struggling to settle down

The dating scene is getting tougher with young people struggling to settle down and the hook up culture getting normalised - This has now sparked the so-called term 'dating app fatigue'

Events