67 m. ago Child Benefit change coming this summer for thousands of families

You normally pay the High Income Child Benefit Charge through self-assessment - but there will soon be the option to do this through your PAYE tax code instead

Society

81 m. ago ‘How did I get here?’: GB basketball captain Temi Fágbénlé’s journey from shy London teen to WNBA

Britain’s driving force on EuroBasket prospects, playing alongside Caitlin Clark and the importance of a team mentality at the highest level“It’s great to be back with Great Britain,” Temi Fágbénlé says, her voice carrying the quiet confidence of a seasoned international basketball player. “I come from the WNBA but I’m glad I was able to make both work.” For the captain of GB’s women’s basketball team, balancing the demands of the world’s premier league with national team duties is a familiar tightrope walk. “I’m thankful teams see European competition as a priority for some of us. They’ve accommodated where they could.”EuroBasket, a biennial competition, is one of the biggest international tournaments in the game. It is also a qualifying metric for the Women’s World Cup and the Olympics. With the 2025 edition under way, Fágbénlé’s presence is crucial as one of the leading WNBA players choosing to play in an international tournament during the season. Continue reading...

Politics

89 m. ago London council confirms two more schools to close leaving eight shut in three years in single borough

London schools being forced to close as they battle funding issues amid exodus of families from parts of capital

Politics

1 hour ago Peptides and retinol both fight wrinkles, but which is best?

Doctors and dermatologists explain what you need to know about these key products

Politics

2 h. ago The truth about the aggressive type of cancer you’ve probably not heard of

Sarcoma is a less recognised, but aggressive form of cancer that often escapes headlines

Politics

2 h. ago Bridgerton star facing 'Hollywood erasure' despite acting alongside Brad Pitt

Lead of Netflix's hit series Bridgerton, romantic lead of Picture This, and certified fan of the Formula One Grand Prix, Simone Ashley faces 'Hollywood erasure' after significant cut to role in F1

Politics

2 h. ago Parking trick that instantly makes cars less attractive to thieves

Experts say thieves are constantly adapting their methods to bypass modern security systems

Politics

2 h. ago UK high street chaos as Brits cut back on food and clothes as 'cracks' begin to show

New data from the Office for National Statistics makes for grim reading for many involved with the UK's high street, as two specific areas of retail have seen a huge fall in sales

Events

2 h. ago Six casualties as Edinburgh firefighters battle huge blaze in block of flats

Footage from the scene shows the area taped off as around 25 firefighters tackled the blaze.

Events

2 h. ago Fans are 'in love' with Natalya Wright's 'stunning' black midi that's perfect for summer weddings

If you're in need of a formal dress for upcoming occasions this summer, look no further than this 'unreal' and 'gorgeous' black midi dress that sisters Jess and Natalya Wright have both worn on glamorous nights out

Politics

2 h. ago Natalya Wright looks ‘unreal’ in a ‘gorgeous’ black midi that’s perfect for wedding season

Fans have gone wild over Natalya Wright's recent look as she headed out on the town in a 'gorgeous' black midi from sister Jess - and we know where to shop your own

Politics

3 h. ago Russell Martin in unfiltered Rangers address as he sticks up for Souttar, buzzes over transfers and Dessers vow

The new Light Blues addressed a number of issues ahead of a return to pre-season training

Politics

3 h. ago When should you arrive at the airport? Our travel team reveal how long they leave (without missing a flight)

As 'airport theory' prompts passengers to dash to the boarding gate, does our travel team cut it fine while flying or is there plenty of time for a Pret?'

Transport

3 h. ago Major update after British couple faced being deported from Australia over devastating diagnosis

A British couple who were facing the threat of deportation have learned their fate after a years long campaign to stay in Australia.

Politics

3 h. ago Graham Norton: ‘The Bell Jar changed how I felt about books’

The TV presenter and author on discovering the beauty of Charles Dickens and why John Fowles put him off writing for 30 yearsMy earliest reading memoryI started reading because I was wildly jealous of my sister Paula, who is four years older than me. I must have been six or seven when I managed to read The Mountain of Adventure by Enid Blyton. I know she is no longer in fashion but I still remember the thrill of the world she created and the excitement of the plot.My favourite book growing upI adored the Flambards series by KM Peyton, probably because it felt slightly adult and a little bit sexy, but my absolute favourites were Grimble and Grimble at Christmas by Clement Freud. They were anarchic and knowing, in a way I hadn’t encountered before but more than anything else they were very funny. It also introduced me to the inspired illustrations of Quentin Blake. Continue reading...

Politics

3 h. ago What you need to know about sarcoma – the cancer you’ve never heard of

Sarcoma UK is encouraging people to act quickly when they notice potential symptoms, such as a lump that is growing or changing.

Politics

3 h. ago Gregor Poynton MP welcomes the expansion of the Warm Home Discount, providing an extra 240,000 families in Scotland with money off their energy bills.

The UK Labour Government has confirmed that an extra 2.7 million households will receive £150 off their energy bills next winter to ensure that families across the UK stay warm this winter.

Society

3 h. ago Mosquito, tick or other insect bite? How to tell the difference and treat them

Experts say informed action can be the difference between a simple, itchy nuisance and a major medical emergency

Politics

3 h. ago EastEnders Shane Richie addresses Alfie 'exit' and teases huge Zoe Slater twist

EastEnders' Alfie Moon actor Shane Richie recently spoke to The Mirror about a story 'bigger than the 40th' coming up that seems to be about Zoe Slater, linked to his break from the BBC soap

Politics

4 h. ago UK aqua park that looks like Mediterranean resort adds thrilling feature

The high-speed La Jefa is described as a 'towering centrepiece' for families to 'slip, slide and splash' across the water at the aqua par

Politics