48 m. ago Tottenham Hotspur vs Burnley preview, team news and predicted lineup

Tottenham begin Premier League life under Thomas Frank against promoted Burnley, with Son gone and Maddison sidelined as Parker’s disciplined side return

Events

53 m. ago Sunderland vs West Ham preview, team news and predicted lineup

Sunderland will be looking to mark their return to the Premier League with a win while West Ham will want to put last season's performance behind them

Politics

56 m. ago White House defends DC takeover of police after city alleges ‘brazen usurpation’ in lawsuit against Trump administration – live

Trump police takeover will create ‘immediate, devastating, and irreparable harm’ for DC, federal lawsuit saysDC sues Trump administration over ‘hostile takeover’ of city policeWashington DC’s only Home Depot was busy with contractors and customers on Thursday morning – but the Hispanic day laborers who usually gather and wait for work under the parking lot’s sparse trees were nowhere to be found.Two days earlier, masked federal agents swarmed the area and made several arrests, which were photographed by bystanders and posted on social media. Juwan Brooks, a store employee who witnessed the raid, said the agents grabbed anyone who appeared Hispanic. Continue reading...

Society

92 m. ago Keely Hodgkinson excited to end year of injuries with return to 800m

Briton competing for first time since gold in ParisHodgkinson ready to run in Diamond League in PolandKeely Hogkinson admits she is excited and relieved to be putting 375 days of tears, frustration and injuries behind her when she races for the first time since winning the Olympic 800m gold medal on Saturday.The 23-year-old acknowledges that she does not have much time to get her sharpness back before next month’s World Championships in Tokyo. But she struck an optimistic note on the eve of the Diamond League meeting in Silesia, Poland, as she readied herself to race again. Continue reading...

Events

1 hour ago M5 traffic LIVE: Van on fire sparks MILES of delays as tourists flock to holiday hotspot

Traffic cameras caught the gridlock on the M5 after a van burst into flames this afternoon - leaving two lanes closed and commuters at a standstill between Cullompton and Honiton

Society

2 h. ago DC sues Trump administration over ‘brazen usurpation’ of local police as Bondi ends city’s ‘sanctuary policies’ – live

Trump police takeover will create ‘immediate, devastating, and irreparable harm’ for DC, federal lawsuit saysDC sues Trump administration over ‘hostile takeover’ of city policeWashington DC’s only Home Depot was busy with contractors and customers on Thursday morning – but the Hispanic day laborers who usually gather and wait for work under the parking lot’s sparse trees were nowhere to be found.Two days earlier, masked federal agents swarmed the area and made several arrests, which were photographed by bystanders and posted on social media. Juwan Brooks, a store employee who witnessed the raid, said the agents grabbed anyone who appeared Hispanic. Continue reading...

Politics

3 h. ago Stirling Albion stumble in Challenge Cup opener ahead of striker's Forfar return

The Binos fell to a disappointing 3-0 loss at home to Dundee United's B side in the first match of the revamped KDM Evolution Trophy 'league phase' - with a league trip to Station Park on the horizon.

Events

3 h. ago Temporary traffic lights on busy Ayrshire road for 'essential patching'

Temporary traffic lights will be in place on the A737 in Kilwinning tonight as work to patch the road takes place.

Transport

3 h. ago FatFace shoppers bag 'unusual' sale jumper in three colours for 'in between' weather

This wardrobe staple is so popular shoppers are buying more than one.

Economics

3 h. ago Britain’s biggest bailiff firm forced into refunds programme after overcharging

Exclusive: Marston Holdings apologises to consumers for ‘enforcement fees’ errorBritain’s biggest bailiff company overcharged people it was pursuing for unpaid debts and has been forced to launch a refunds programme, the Guardian can reveal.Marston Holdings, which is used by companies and state-funded bodies including Transport for London to recover debts and fines, has apologised to consumers after overcharging “enforcement fees” related to unpaid road traffic penalties it was chasing. Continue reading...

Economics

3 h. ago DC sues Trump over police takeover as Bondi ends city’s ‘sanctuary policies’ and homeless encampments are cleared – live

Washington DC attorney general says Trump administration moves are ‘brazenly unlawful’ and ‘infringe on the District’s right to self-governance’DC sues Trump administration over ‘hostile takeover’ of city policeWashington DC’s only Home Depot was busy with contractors and customers on Thursday morning – but the Hispanic day laborers who usually gather and wait for work under the parking lot’s sparse trees were nowhere to be found.Two days earlier, masked federal agents swarmed the area and made several arrests, which were photographed by bystanders and posted on social media. Juwan Brooks, a store employee who witnessed the raid, said the agents grabbed anyone who appeared Hispanic. Continue reading...

Politics

4 h. ago Planes held and passengers stranded at major UK airport after evacuation

A major UK airport ran into delays after the air traffic control tower was briefly evacuated, according to reports from passengers, with data showing planes circling the sky

Politics

4 h. ago Wednesday's Weems star Gwendoline Christie's height, past roles and Netflix return

Gwendoline Christie is returning to Netflix's Wednesday, but how tall is the Weems actress and where have you seen her before?

Politics

4 h. ago Boden ballet flats that are 'comfortable and look good' are now under £45

Boden shoppers are snapping up a pair of 'beautiful' ballet flats that are designed to go with virtually any outfit while they are on sale with a huge £67 off

Economics

4 h. ago Patients warned not to turn to fake weight loss jabs after UK Mounjaro price hike

Pharmacists fear rise in sale of dangerous counterfeit medicines as drugmaker triples price of prescription

Events

5 h. ago Former Motherwell & District Women's Aid Centre put up for sale by North Lanarkshire Council

Building advertised as available on a long lease basis for offers over £220,000.

Politics

5 h. ago Red Bull era takes flight after Newcastle break record for season ticket sales

Energy drink company planning considerable investment as anticipation for success sets in sports-mad regionNewcastle Falcons already had wings, but after their purchase by Red Bull a club that have long been in freefall should once again take flight.Within 24 hours of the takeover completing on Tuesday, the rebranded Newcastle Red Bulls had already sold more season-tickets than for the whole of last season, with Wednesday’s sales figure the highest for a single day in the club’s 29-year professional history. Continue reading...

Politics

5 h. ago Retail sales rise a solid 0.5% in July from June helped by rebounding auto sales

Shoppers stepped up their spending in July, particularly at the nation’s auto dealerships

Politics

5 h. ago Boden's 'beautiful' ballet flats are a 'total power shoe' and now have £67 off

Boden shoppers are raving about the chic and timeless ballet flats which are currently on sale with a 60% discount, taking them from £112 to under £45

Economics

5 h. ago Digital challengers top banking customer satisfaction surveys

The results, which saw providers including Monzo, Starling, Chase and Mettle placed highly, are published by the Competition and Markets Authority.

Economics