40 m. ago Sheriff issues order for removal of ‘African tribe’ from Scottish Borders woods

The self-styled Kingdom of Kubala say they are reclaiming land that was taken from their ancestors 400 years ago.

Politics

44 m. ago Mercedes told dropping Kimi Antonelli for experienced F1 rival is 'better for him'

Mercedes team boss Toto Wolff has been urged to take struggling teenager Kimi Antonelli out of the firing line and strike a swap deal for a rival Formula 1 driver

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46 m. ago The best recent science fiction, fantasy and horror – review roundup

The Naked Light by Bridget Collins; Exiles by Mason Coile; Alchemised by SenLinYu; Saltcrop by Yume Kitasei; Big Time by Jordan ProsserThe Naked Light by Bridget Collins (Borough, £18.99)The latest from the bestselling author of The Binding is set in England and focuses on three “surplus women” after the first world war: bored, lonely Florence, her fey niece Phoebe, and Kit, a bohemian artist haunted by memories of wartime France, where she painted masks for wounded soldiers to wear over horrifically damaged faces. Their village is on the Sussex Downs, overlooked by an ancient face carved into the chalk, reputed to protect inhabitants from a hungry spirit. But since the death of the last member of the family traditionally bound to look after it, the face is fast disappearing beneath the grass, and something frightening is stirring in the land. Atmospheric, psychologically astute and beautifully realised, this is a brilliantly original literary take on folk horror.Exiles by Mason Coi...

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46 m. ago I'm a doctor and here's why I'd NEVER take paracetamol: Leading experts reveal all the hidden risks of world's most popular painkiller

It's the most commonly-used painkiller in the world, one you've probably taken yourself at some point over the last few weeks.

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46 m. ago Self Esteem to star as raging rock star in revival of David Hare’s Teeth ’n’ Smiles

Rebecca Lucy Taylor will play Maggie, a role originated by Helen Mirren, in a ‘landmark’ 50th anniversary production in London in MarchFifty years after Helen Mirren originated the role, Rebecca Lucy Taylor AKA Self Esteem is to play a raging rock star in a West End revival of Teeth ’n’ Smiles by David Hare.It will take Taylor back to the Duke of York’s theatre, where she performed a four-night “theatrical presentation” of her third album, A Complicated Woman, in April. In Hare’s 1975 play she takes the lead role of a singer, Maggie, in an imploding band who put on a concert for a Cambridge University May ball at the end of the 1960s. The mood is summed up by the band’s closing number, Last Orders on the Titanic. Taylor will contribute additional music and lyrics to original song by the brothers Nick and Tony Bicât respectively. Continue reading...

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47 m. ago Quiz will reveal your 'true' age and it's based on your lifestyle

A new study has found that four in ten Brits have lied about their age but how old are you really feeling right now? Take our fun quiz to find out!

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50 m. ago Dele Alli reality check as Ryan Reynolds told Wrexham got transfer decision right

Former Tottenham star Dele Alli faces an uncertain future after Como terminated the midfielder's deal, and has been warned that other clubs may be wary of taking a risk on him

Politics

56 m. ago Expert says 3 ingredients will keep your home free of spiders and fruit flies

Chantel Mila, also known as Mama Mila, has shared her top tips for keeping spiders at bay during their mating season - and her advice has been praised by many online

Events

66 m. ago Doctor shares warning to anyone taking Vitamin D supplements and says 'be careful'

A health warning has been issued by one doctor to anyone taking Vitamin D supplements. The health professional shared specific advice to anyone taking the supplement

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72 m. ago Strictly Come Dancing's Vicky Pattison says 'I've laughed and cried' before painful show update before launch

The reality star and presenter shared what looked to be a painful update ahead of the BBC show's launch

Culture

79 m. ago Huge new UK festival an hour from Manchester announced for summer 2026

The new music festival will be held in Roundhay Park in Leeds and will take place in the summer of 2026

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80 m. ago ‘Fantastic’ Scottish period drama that's ‘full of twists’ returning for season 2

The show debuted recently, but the future looks bright for the series

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81 m. ago Tiger Woods told stunning Man Utd takeover would be 'brilliant' for Premier League

Golf legend Tiger Woods has been backed to become a success if he ever invested in a club like Manchester United after a string of his fellow sports superstars invested in other teams

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87 m. ago Sean Dyche to Man Utd? Red Devils given Zinedine Zidane alternative to replace Ruben Amorim

Ruben Amorim has struggled since taking the reins at Manchester United, and has already been told that his long-term future at the club is in jeopardy

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90 m. ago Wayne Rooney's son Kai shares heartbreaking update after suffering injury

Kai Rooney, the 15-year-old son of Manchester United legend Wayne, has been ruled out with injury and has taken to social media to share his frustration

Events

1 hour ago Anaïs Gallagher shares future hopes with Welsh partner a world away from Oasis lifestyle

The pair have been pictured together throughout Oasis Live 25 reunion tour, but what are their plans for the future?

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1 hour ago Oti Mabuse says 'it's difficult' as she makes candid motherhood admission in rare update on daughter

The former Strictly Come Dancing star's daughter, who she shares with husband Marius Iepure, was born premature in 2023

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1 hour ago Ocado shares nosedive after US partner warns on robotic warehouses

Ocado shares fell sharply on Friday morning as investors reacted to 'negative' comments made by its key US retail partner about its network of robotic warehouses.

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2 h. ago Freddy Brazier makes very unusual baby announcement as he confirms he's going to be a dad

Jeff Brazier and the late Jade Goody's youngest son Freddy has confirmed reports he is set to become a father as he shared a very cheeky remark as he broke his silence

Politics

2 h. ago ‘Like the Olympics’: Patrick Reed takes stand against Ryder Cup payments

The former Masters champion also suggested Europe have the edge heading to Bethpage Black

Economics