49 m. ago DWP's new scheme to get disabled people working branded 'band aid on broken system'

The Department for Work and Pensions recently launched the rollout of its Connect to Work scheme, delivering £338million to 15 areas in England

Economics

2 h. ago ‘Just being who we are is political’: disco trio Say She She on impressing Nile Rodgers and making bold protest songs

Their origin story may have been quintessentially New York, but the ‘discodelic soul’ band are now spread across the US – and they’re more determined than ever to be heardSay She She’s origin story is so perfectly New York it could have been lifted from a more racially diverse episode of Lena Dunham’s Girls. It involves a “gnarly” eight-floor apartment block on Manhattan’s Lower East Side, a rooftop party turned sing-off and a debut show at Brooklyn’s coolest bar. So it’s mildly disappointing to discover that only one member of the trio still calls the Big Apple home.“I’m the last one standing,” Sabrina Cunningham confirms as she appears on Zoom, calling from her home in Brooklyn. She’s followed by Nya Gazelle Brown, who completed the band’s recent European tour, including a sold-out show at north London’s 3,000-capacity Roundhouse, while seven months pregnant. “I moved to Maryland over Covid,” Brown says. “I needed to stretch out and I wanted to be around family.” Th...

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2 h. ago Lionel Messi drops new retirement hint as he wipes away tears in interview

Lionel Messi helped Argentine win the 2022 World Cup in Qatar but questions have been asked about whether the 38-year-old will be involved at next summer's tournament

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2 h. ago Walker Cup: Why captain Dean Robertson has faith in his 'band of brothers'

Scot has prepared meticulously for his bid to land rare win on US soil in event’s 50th edition

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3 h. ago Brits warned never to take a shower during thunderstorms for terrifying reason

A yellow weather warning is currently in place for the UK today, with 64 locations expected to be battered with a fierce band of rain sweeping across the country until 5pm

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3 h. ago I'm A Celeb and X Factor star had to work in coffee shop after blowing fortune

George Shelley was a finalist on I'm a Celebrity in 2015 but before he became a band member in Lightlines, he was forced to work in a coffee shop after spending all his money

Economics

3 h. ago Girls Aloud fans say Sarah Harding is 'forever with us' following band's tribute to late singer

Sarah passed away from breast cancer four years ago

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4 h. ago 'World's best pasta sauce' by legendary chef has just 3 ingredients

A legendary Italian chef has shared her recipe for the "world's best pasta sauce" - and it requires just three ingredients that you may already have in your kitchen

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5 h. ago Radiohead's shocking boycott set to hit tour sales – here’s why and how to get tickets fast amid the drama

The band’s first shows in seven years are sparking protests, but demand is still expected to be huge

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6 h. ago BBC Breakfast's Charlie Stayt and Naga Munchetty warned over 'not good' habit

BBC Breakfast presenters Charlie Stayt and Naga Munchetty were warned about their habits during an interview with Joe Wicks

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6 h. ago Jade Goody's widower Jack Tweed takes bitter swipe at Jeff Brazier over son Freddy

Jade Goody's widower discussed his relationship with Freddy Brazier in a new interview, revealing he's 'probably the only one who makes him feel close to his mum'

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6 h. ago Strictly's Dianne Buswell shares honest thoughts on new partner after asking for help

Strictly Come Dancing's reigning professional champion Dianne Buswell will be back on the dance floor with a new celebrity partner later this month, following her win with Chris McCausland

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7 h. ago Radiohead tour: How to register for tickets and what time they go on sale

Band will tour from November to December across several European cities

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8 h. ago ‘True flavours and honest hospitality’: readers’ favourite food experiences in Europe

From a herring festival in The Hague to the best pizza in Rome, our tipsters share their perfect foodie travel moments• Tell us about a community travel experience – the best tip wins a £200 holiday voucherDespite its name, Flag Day (Vlaggetjesdag) in Scheveningen – a seaside resort close to The Hague – is actually more about fresh herring. Fishmongers bring in the first catch of the year in June, the hollandse nieuwe, and mark the start of the herring season with festivities, marching bands, wearing traditional costumes, and even an auction of the first vat of fish to raise money for charity. Don’t miss the chance to share a jenever (gin) with a Scheveninger, who will tell you how this year’s herring compares with last year’s.Olivia Continue reading...

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8 h. ago What are Masters football stars doing now? Sky Sports pundit to commentary favourite

Masters football is returning to England this week after its comeback in 2022, featuring some legendary names, as was the case when the popular six-a-side tournament started 25 years ago

Sport

9 h. ago Scottish Government accused of 'contempt for women' over language clash on day of For Women Scotland protest

On the day For Women Scotland campaigned outside the Scottish Parliament, minister were accused to showing “contempt” after using the language “pregnant people” in official government communications.

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9 h. ago Big Thief: Double Infinity review – Band’s latest work is another instant classic

Despite the departure of their longtime bassist, the indie band manage to find positive answers to their intelligently posed questions

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10 h. ago ‘Our songs last three minutes but they feel like an hour’: the return of Spinal Tap – an exclusive that goes up to 11!

Over 40 years since This is Spinal Tap was mistaken for a comedy, its hard-rocking subjects are back in a legally obligated sequel. Our writer heads to smell the gloveSpinal Tap are remembering the old days. It was 1966, and the young beat group from Squatney in east London – still, at that point, the Thamesmen – were honing their act in the tough clubs of the Benelux circuit. A young band from Britain could learn a lot, facing up to riotous crowds of Dutch, Flemings, Walloons and Luxembourgers. What lessons did Tap take from that year?“If you speak really loudly, it’s all right if you don’t have any of the local language,” says David St Hubbins, Tap’s leonine lead singer. Continue reading...

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10 h. ago Gogglebox reveals five new families joining 2025 cast as Channel 4 hit returns

Gogglebox has returned with its 26th series and some new castmates will be joining the legendary Channel 4 family and sharing their takes on the latest TV moments

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13 h. ago Full list of EVs eligible for up to £3,750 discount as 7 more are added

When an EV is assessed as Band 1, buyers receive the maximum grant of £3,750, while cars in Band 2 are eligible for a reduction of £1,500 - here are all the cars currently eligible

Economics