28 m. ago Gardeners urged to use simple trick to stop plants dying in heatwave

As a mini-heatwave sweeps the UK with temperatures reaching 30C, a gardening expert has shared her essential tips to protect your plants against the elements

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32 m. ago Gogglebox star loses vision while DRIVING due to undetected and irreversible brain bleed

A Gogglebox star has shared their harrowing ordeal after experiencing sight loss and extreme forgetfulness, which turned out to be an undetected, irreversible brain bleed.

Politics

34 m. ago China hints at openness to trade talks with US; Tesla denies board search for Musk successor – business live

Live, rolling coverage of business, economics and financial markets as Chinese state-controlled social media says US has approached China for trade talksLloyds Banking Group has reported a 7% drop in pre-tax profit to £1.5bn in its first quarter, and is bracing for the ripple effect from Trump’s tariffs on its balance sheet.The high street bank said that it has set aside £309m to account for possible bad debts, compared with previous guidance of £274m, as it added a £35m net charge to prepare for the possible impact on the economic outlook from President Trump’s tariffs.The US has proactively reached out to China through multiple channels, hoping to hold discussions on the tariff issue.Yuyuan Tantian is not among China’s most authoritative state media outlets. The Global Times, which is owned by the newspaper of the governing Communist Party, People’s Daily, has often been first to report China’s next steps in trade disagreements over the past few years.Guo Jiakun, a spokesperson fo...

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39 m. ago Israel wildfires mapped: Netanyahu declares national emergency as record blaze nears Jerusalem

Fire is being whipped up by strong winds and hot, dry weather

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41 m. ago Robert De Niro shares ‘love and support’ after daughter comes out as transgender

‘I love all my children,’ Oscar-winning actor said after 29-year-old daughter’s announcement

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46 m. ago Liverpool star's silence on Premier League title win speaks volumes as Jose Mourinho waits

Most of Liverpool's players have used social media to share celebrations following the victory over Tottenham which clinched the title but there is one who hasn't

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73 m. ago Rolls Royce reveals 'optimism' as Royal Mail takeover rubber

Watch today’s business headlines in less than two minutes as a Birmingham bin strikes deal edges closer, Royal Mail’s takeover is approved and the US and Ukraine sign deal to share mineral sales profits.

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80 m. ago EVs could power homes if UK suffers major power cut – think thank

The Energy and Climate Intelligence Unit said 60% of an EV’s battery is capable of providing nearly six days of electricity for a typical UK home.

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83 m. ago Tesla denies board search for Elon Musk’s successor; Trump tariffs to slash growth, says Bank of Japan – business live

Live, rolling coverage of business, economics and financial markets as US electric carmaker says report board is looking for next Tesla boss is ‘absolutely false’National Grid, the FTSE 100 company that owns the UK’s electricity network, has appointed Shell oil executive Zoë Yujnovich as chief executive after the retirement of John Pettigrew.Yujnovich was until recently working at FTSE 100 oil company Shell, where she was director of integrated gas and upstream (oil production) and a member of the executive committee. She previously led the Iron Ore company of Canada, part of Rio Tinto.I firmly believe in the vital function energy companies play in driving change and creating value. On both sides of the Atlantic National Grid has an essential role to play in making energy secure, affordable and reliable for our customers and communities. I’m excited about leading National Grid as it delivers on the growth opportunities ahead. Continue reading...

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1 hour ago Chris Hughes mum's 'eye roll' moment as CBB star gives special shout out

Celebrity Big Brother star Chris Hughes has gushed over his time on the show in a sweet social media share, but revealed his mum rolled her eyes at one stunt in the house

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2 h. ago Robert De Niro shares tearjerking statement as daughter Airyn comes out as transgender

Hollywood star Robert De Niro’s daughter, Airyn, has publicly come out as transgender, revealing she began hormone therapy in late 2024

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2 h. ago King Charles's bond with his cousin Lady Sarah Chatto: The pair share a talent and passion for painting and the arts

King Charles and his cousin, Lady Sarah Chatto, are said to enjoy spending leisure time painting together at Balmoral whenever possible.

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2 h. ago Man left floored by price of McDonald's meal at popular airport

A man has shared how much it costs to buy a meal at McDonald's in a popular airport and people are gobsmacked at the price. People can't get over how much it is

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4 h. ago Funding cuts threaten to deepen hunger crisis as rising costs send more families to food banks

Food banks say income stagnation and rising living costs are increasing demand at their organizations across the country — all as the federal government shuts off funding streams that provide millions with healthier, harder-to-get groceries

Economics

5 h. ago Brits warned not to make 'common mistake' at garden centre this weekend

A gardening expert has warned Brits not to make a common mistake when buying plants at garden centres - and has shared the best flowers to plant in April and May

Events

6 h. ago Mystery as popular parachutist dies during skydive in 'deeply upsetting' tragedy

Emergency services descended on Wrefords' Farm in Shotton, County Durham, after Jade Damarell fell on its land on Sunday following a jump with Sky-High Skydiving

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6 h. ago Feed your lawn with natural product to make it healthier and protect from sun

The month of May is a great time to start fertilising your lawn, and one expert has shared a natural way to do this that will greatly improve the health of your grass

Society

7 h. ago Why did tragic skydiver Jade fall to her death? Investigation amid fears veteran jumper perished in 'deliberate act'

Jade Damarell, 32, a highly experienced skydiver who had safely accomplished more than 400 previous jumps, died instantly after hitting the ground during a jump at the weekend.

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7 h. ago Robert De Niro breaks his silence over transgender daughter Airyn

Robert De Niro shared support for his transgender daughter Airyn De Niro, a day after she came out as a trans woman. 

Politics

7 h. ago Doctor shares the disgusting reasons why you should NEVER sleep with wet hair

If you're a late-night shower fan (or just too lazy to dry off your hair before bed), you could be putting your hair and health at risk.

Society