2 h. ago Hilarious moment Macron's delegation speeds away from Windsor Castle with the boot still open sending luggage flying out the back

The French President's delegates were seemingly in a rush to make a move today, as they raced away from the Grade II-listed Royal building, but in their haste they left the boot open, sending bags flying.

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2 h. ago Trump is bullying Canada over ‘digital taxes’ and Canada caved | Joseph Stiglitz

The question now: will countries cave in to these threats or stick together and collect the billions they are rightly owed?Donald Trump’s announcement calling off trade talks with Canada over its digital tax – and that he would impose retaliatory tariffs – demonstrates, once again, not only the president’s ignorance of economics and willful disregard of international norms and the rule of law, but also his willingness to use brute power to get whatever he and the oligarchs who support him want.He was wrong in labeling the tax as outrageous and “a direct and blatant attack on our country”. It is actually an efficient tax, well designed to ensure that the technology companies – the profits of which benefit the tech oligarchs who have come to dominate US policy – pay their fair share of taxes.Joseph E Stiglitz is a Nobel laureate in economics, university professor at Columbia University and chief economist of the Roosevelt InstituteAnya Schiffrin, senior lecturer at Columbia University...

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3 h. ago How to spruce up your conservatory to make the most of the summer sun

Expert tips on how to maximise space and keep your glasshouse cool

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3 h. ago Emmanuel Macron to address parliament following meeting with king – UK politics live

The French president has spent time with King Charles and the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge on the first day of his state visit to the UKFrench police slashing the boats of people smugglers is not “pleasant” but the right tactic, Heidi Alexander, the transport secretary, has said. Jessica Elgot and Peter Walker have the story.Boris Johnson, the former Tory PM, has issued this tribute to Norman Tebbit.Norman Tebbit was a hero of modern Conservatism. In the early 1980s he liberated the British workforce from the socialist tyranny of the closed shop. He tamed the union bosses, and in so doing he helped pave the way for this country’s revival in the 1980s and 1990s.At a time when the Labour government is now disastrously reversing those crucial reforms we need to remember what he did and why. In his single most famous phrase he once said that in the 1930s his unemployed father had got on his bike and looked for work. That wasn’t a heartless thing to say - as the Labour Party claimed. It...

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3 h. ago Amazon shoppers ditch expensive hair tools for 'best ever' £80 straighteners slashed to £23

Amazon's Prime Day sales have begun with the shopping giant reducing Remington's 'awesome' straighteners to less than £25

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3 h. ago Swiss medicines authority issues first approval for antimalarial drug for treatment of infants

Switzerland’s medical products authority has granted the first approval for a malaria medicine designed for small infants

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4 h. ago Shoppers are rushing to buy £130 Regatta coat slashed to £39 that is 'cosy not sweaty'

Fashion fans looking to get their winter coat early will want to hurry as this bargain is selling fast

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4 h. ago Donald Trump 'firm frontrunner' for Nobel Peace Prize as bookies slash odds

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said he was nominating US President Donald Trump for the Nobel Peace Prize during a dinner at the White House. Ladbrokes has now slashed the odds to just 3/1

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4 h. ago Chanel and JW Anderson show their resistance to global luxury downturn

Chanel’s Paris show harked back to brand’s first boutique, while JW Anderson pivots to lifestyle and homewaresThere was no designer to take a bow after Chanel in Paris, but the creative director, Matthieu Blazy – whose first show will take place in October – had already been at the sketchbook. “It is not his collection – but it is not happening without him either,” said Bruno Pavlovsky, the president of fashion at Chanel, before the show. “You will see his touch.”Inside the Grand Palais sat fashion’s favourite popstars, Lorde and Gracie Abrams, alongside the outgoing Vogue editor Anna Wintour. But instead of Karl Lagerfeld’s elaborate Warholian sets, the show space had been transformed into a salon based on Chanel’s first boutique, with butterscotch carpets and floor-to-ceiling mirrors. Continue reading...

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4 h. ago I’ve read 24 books this year, and these are the ones to buy for Prime Day 2025

Literary prices have been slashed for the annual summer sales extravaganza, and this bookworm curated a selection of the best

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4 h. ago The ‘otherworldly beach’ with romantic ruins that’s just 40 minutes from Cardiff

This fossil-rich beach is packed with rock pools and geological wonders, and it was designated as a part of the Heritage Coast in 1972.

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5 h. ago Tech expert warns 'never say yes' to three questions from callers you don't recognise

With AI advancing all the time, a technology expert warns there are three questions scammers are using that have been designed to catch you out simply by recording your voice saying 'yes'

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6 h. ago Star Wars Lego set hailed as 'challenging but fun build for big kids' slashed by 30%

Star Wars fans are "obsessed" with the Lego set that is part of Amazon's impressive Prime Day reductions

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6 h. ago The simple lifestyle tweak that could slash your risk of memory problems

A study involving 10,000 people has identified this key factor

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6 h. ago Boots launches 'epic' summer sale to rival Amazon Prime Day with up to 60% off

The Boots Super Savings sale has begun and it's the perfect chance to save big on beauty buys - with massive offers on No7, MAC and designer fragrances

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7 h. ago Kate Middleton pays tribute to French designers in timeless Dior outfit as she greets Emmanuel and Brigitte Macron

Kate, 43, joined her husband Prince William to greet their guests at RAF Northolt in west London, undertaking the role on behalf of King Charles.

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7 h. ago Debenhams launches 'biggest ever' 80% off Blue Cross sale with 'better' savings than Amazon Prime Day

One of the biggest savings sees a £5,495 GV2 Diamond Swiss Quartz Diamond Watch slashed to £183.75

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7 h. ago Budding Ayrshire costume creators could work with Amazon on new course

The King's Foundation have launched a new costume craft programme for budding costume designers with support from Amazon MGM Studios.

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7 h. ago Skincare saviour that delivers ‘outstanding results’ slashed by £30 for Boots £10 Tuesday

It promises to brighten, smooth, and protect your skin all in one go

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7 h. ago Ollie Watkins to Man United odds slashed as Arsenal lead race for Viktor Gyokeres

Man United are seeking alternatives as it seems they have admitted defeat in the race to sign Viktor Gyokeres as they look at Aston Villa's Ollie Watkins to bolster their attack

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