39 m. ago Merz says he ‘deplores deeply’ UK’s decision to leave EU after signing UK

UK PM and German chancellor answered media questions after signing first treaty between two countries since second world warWhile Rushanara Ali is answering the urgent question in the Commons, Keir Starmer is speaking at the event where he is announcing a “civil society covenant”.There is a live feed here.Why does this government think a 16-year-old can vote but not be allowed to buy a lottery ticket or an alcoholic drink, marry or go to war, or even stand in the elections they’re voting? It isn’t the government’s position on the age of maturity just hopelessly confused? Continue reading...

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41 m. ago Woman accused of attacking driver with bear mace after she hit chicken trying to cross the road

Cynthia Sosa, 38, facing assault charges in Key West.

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44 m. ago John Rahm speaks out on fan whistle fury at The Open as 'badly timed' incident had silver lining

The Spanish star was seething but used the incident to focus him at The Open

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46 m. ago Connie Francis was a trailblazing pop star haunted by tragedy

The late star, who broke through with Who’s Sorry Now, paved the way for solo female singers in the highs of the 50s and 60s but her life was hit by devastating lowsConnie Francis, 1960s US pop star known for Pretty Little Baby, dies at 87There may be more widely revered singers, but the statistics don’t lie – worldwide, the Italian-American Connie Francis was the best-selling female vocalist of the 50s and 60s.Her breakthrough hit, 1958’s Who’s Sorry Now, was written as far back as 1923 and had been a hit for Johnnie Ray just a couple of years earlier, with a swinging, uptempo arrangement. But what made the 19-year-old Francis’s version click was the way in which she took pleasure in her ex’s misery, coolly and coyly cooing over the slow-rocking backing while picking his failed love life apart; for a finale, she ended the song with impressive, high-kicking spite. In contrast, her second UK No 1 was the daffy Stupid Cupid, written by Neil Sedaka and Howard Greenfield, and loaded wit...

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47 m. ago Humpback whale in Sydney Harbour treats commuters to a surprise

Watch the remarkable moment that a humpback whale is spotted in Sydney Harbour on Wednesday (16 July).

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50 m. ago Save almost £40 on a family day out to Chessington World of Adventures this summer holiday

If you’re looking for things to do with the kids during the summer holidays, a family day out to Chessington World of Adventures is always a hit – and you can now save £40

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50 m. ago Tour de France: Pogacar demolishes rivals with devastating stage 12 win in Pyrenees

Slovenian shows his dominance a day after going downPogacar takes more than two minutes out of VingegaardA devastating attack from Tadej Pogacar on first Tour de France’s first day in the Pyrenees helped the defending champion reclaim the yellow jersey and leave his rivals trailing after stage 12.Many wondered if the three-time champion would suffer any ill effects from his crash on Wednesday but Pogacar put himself in prime position for his fourth Tour victory with a decisive break on the stage-ending climb to Hautacam. The Slovenian finished the stage more than two minutes ahead of his main rival Jonas Vingegaard.Jeremy Whittle’s stage 12 report to follow Continue reading...

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58 m. ago 'They saved my mental health': BBC Radio 2 host Shaun Keaveny calls on government to protect canals

The presenter says canal walks have become essential to managing his ADHD - and wants ministers to protect these spaces for the millions who rely on them

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62 m. ago Tonight's rugby news as Lions star hit with £12k bill and Farrell unmoved by Welsh wipeout

The latest rugby news on the evening headlines on Thursday, July 17.

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63 m. ago Minehead bus crash UPDATES: 'Bus leaves road' leaving passengers trapped

A huge emergency response was launched following a crash involving a bus which 'left the road' near Wheddon Cross in Somerset, according to police

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68 m. ago London mayor criticises UK restrictions on international university students

London mayor criticises UK restrictions on international university students  Financial Times

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74 m. ago Outlander star’s hit thriller ‘packed with plot twists’ is now available to stream

While it didn't set the box office alight, this new thriller has been labelled 'a standout' by fans

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75 m. ago A hundred years on, Cork Street is the beating heart of London’s art scene once more

A hundred years on, Cork Street is the beating heart of London’s art scene once more  The Art Newspaper

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77 m. ago Poster of Donald Trump with Jeffrey Epstein put up in London ahead of state visit

A poster of Donald Trump and Jeffrey Epstein has been put up in London ahead of the US president’s trip to the UK in September.

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79 m. ago Heavy rain in South Korea leaves at least four dead and 1,300 forced to evacuate

The weather in South Korea has caused school closures, property damage and cancelled flights

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84 m. ago Lionesses and Oasis boosting long summer of hope in London, says National Lottery

Neil Trotter, from Croydon, backs feel-good spirit that once bagged him £108 million on EuroMillions

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87 m. ago Parents gobsmacked after searching for kids' show 'In the Night Garden' on Google

The CBeebies show, which first hit screens in 2007, has left parents horrified after one fan decided to look it up on Google - only to be presented with a bizarre related search suggestion

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97 m. ago Tour de France 2025: Pogacar v Vingegaard as stage 12 heads for summit finish in Pyrenees – live

Updates from the 181km ride from Auch to HautacamStage-by-stage guide | And you can drop Luke a mail“I’m OK. Nothing too bad,” Pogacar tells Matt Stephens after his crash yesterday. “My whole left arm is open, burned off skin. And I hit my hip a little bit and my shoulder, but luckily I was back on the bike quite fast. Today is another day. It’s not the first time I crashed and continued the race. It’s more important the legs than my arm. I have a super-strong team around me. I am so grateful I can rely on them, even if I have a hard day today, but I hope not.“It’s really sad to lose another young talent,” Pogacar says of Samuele Privitera’s death at the Giro della Valle d’Aosta yesterday. “It’s devastating. It’s one of the most dangerous sports in the world. Sometimes the risks we are taking are too far. I’m really sad for all his family. May he rest in peace he deserves to “not be bothered” now. It’s a sad loss.” Continue reading...

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99 m. ago Jon Rahm angrily turns on spectator at The Open in tense confrontation

Jon Rahm didn't enjoy the best of starts at The Open as he mis-hit one of his shots while being whistled by a member of the crowd at Portrush - and didn't take too kindly to the individual's behaviour

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1 hour ago Love Island hit with new 'fakery' claims as two contestants 'hooked up before show'

Love Island has been hit by 'fakery' claims after it was alleged that two Casa Amor bombshells 'hooked up' before the series began

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