71 m. ago No TikTok, no Instagram: Chilean school blocks phones as students rediscover real

A school in Santiago, Chile, has launched a program that blocks smartphones, helping teens reconnect with the real world

Technology

74 m. ago Radiohead condemn ‘exploitative’ touts and resale sites ahead of tour

Band urges fans to avoid secondary sites, where more than 1,000 potentially fraudulent tickets for their shows have been foundRadiohead have condemned ticket resale sites and “exploitative” touts who use them after more than 1,000 potentially fraudulent tickets for the band’s upcoming tour were advertised online before they had even gone on sale.The rock quintet implemented strict measures designed to limit touts’ ability to buy up tickets for shows in London, Berlin, Copenhagen, Madrid and Bologna, announced to the delight of fans earlier this month. Continue reading...

Politics

74 m. ago ‘It’s kind of my alter ego, the sex thing’: Lola Young on addiction, writing about pain and being mixed race

The south Londoner’s honesty about her vices has made her a gen Z hero: she was in rehab when her biggest hit was blowing up. Singing about sex on her new album, she says, is a way to mask the painLast November, Lola Young was finally having her moment. Messy, a track from her second album, This Wasn’t Meant for You Anyway, was blowing up on TikTok. Celebrities such as Kylie Jenner were using the track in their clips, and it had quickly permeated the barrier to the real world, becoming a staple of Uber rides and Christmas shopping trips in a matter of days. Even if you wouldn’t recognise Young if she passed you on the street, you’d know the song and its ironclad hook: “Cause I’m too messy! And then I’m too fucking clean ”Other stars might have taken a moment to enjoy the spoils, or strategise on how best to capitalise on the newfound success. But as Messy was rising in the charts, Young was checking into a rehab facility to deal with a cocaine addiction that had dogged her for “a lo...

Politics

74 m. ago UK trade minister urges China to let Britain revamp Beijing embassy

Stalling over renovation follows planning delays for China’s planned ‘mega’ embassy in London

Politics

2 h. ago Berlin steams past New London in Capodice's return to Sage Park

Berlin steams past New London in Capodice's return to Sage Park  CT Insider

Politics

2 h. ago Utah officials share video of Charlie Kirk shooting suspect as governor pledges death penalty

Briefing follows release of four new images of suspect and reward offer of $100,000Hunt continues for suspect who fatally shot Charlie KirkHow the shooting unfolded – in maps, videos and imagesA UK offshoot of a US conservative group set up by Charlie Kirk is to hold a vigil in London after he was shot dead, reports the PA news agency.Turning Point UK has said its activists will gather on Friday evening by the Montgomery statue in Whitehall and called on others to “join us in remembering Charlie”.It’s absolutely shocking, we’re heartbroken over here in the UK.My thoughts this evening are with the loved ones of Charlie Kirk.It is heartbreaking that a young family has been robbed of a father and a husband.Political violence has no place in our societies.Our thoughts and condolences are with his family.An atrocious murder, a deep wound for democracy and for those who believe in freedom.My condolences to his family, to his loved ones, and to the American conservative community. Continue...

Events

3 h. ago London police hunt for man suspected of smearing feces on synagogues, other Jewish sites

London police hunt for man suspected of smearing feces on synagogues, other Jewish sites  The Times of Israel

Events

3 h. ago Charlie Kirk shooting latest: four new images of suspect released by Utah officials

Images appear to be taken from surveillance video as Trump encourages nonviolent response to fatal shootingHunt continues for suspect who fatally shot Charlie KirkHow the shooting unfolded – in maps, videos and imagesA UK offshoot of a US conservative group set up by Charlie Kirk is to hold a vigil in London after he was shot dead, reports the PA news agency.Turning Point UK has said its activists will gather on Friday evening by the Montgomery statue in Whitehall and called on others to “join us in remembering Charlie”.It’s absolutely shocking, we’re heartbroken over here in the UK.My thoughts this evening are with the loved ones of Charlie Kirk.It is heartbreaking that a young family has been robbed of a father and a husband.Political violence has no place in our societies.Our thoughts and condolences are with his family.An atrocious murder, a deep wound for democracy and for those who believe in freedom.My condolences to his family, to his loved ones, and to the American conserva...

Politics

4 h. ago Pictured: Men killed in 'freak glass accident' when they became trapped beneath a large panel while unloading it at a football ground

Yasir Ali (pictured) and Muhammad Zafar - pictured here for the first time - died suddenly on Saturday afternoon at Hitchin Football Club in Hertfordshire.

Events

5 h. ago Anna Netrebko Returns to London, Sharing the Spotlight With Protests

Anna Netrebko Returns to London, Sharing the Spotlight With Protests  The New York Times

Events

6 h. ago Garth Brooks to play first UK gig in nearly 30 years as first BST 2026 headliner

The 63-year-old American singer will take to the stage in London’s Hyde Park on June 27 next year.

Politics

6 h. ago Saoirse Ronan and husband are doting parents as they're spotted with baby for first time

Saoirse Ronan and her husband, Jack Lowden, enjoyed a relaxing stroll with their new baby at a park in London this week

Politics

7 h. ago Charlie Kirk shooting latest: Trump encourages nonviolent response as search continues for shooting suspect

Trump says Kirk ‘was an advocate of nonviolence. That’s the way I’d like to see people respond.’; FBI releases images of shooting suspect and offers $100,000 reward for informationHunt continues for suspect who fatally shot Charlie KirkHow the shooting unfolded – in maps, videos and imagesA UK offshoot of a US conservative group set up by Charlie Kirk is to hold a vigil in London after he was shot dead, reports the PA news agency.Turning Point UK has said its activists will gather on Friday evening by the Montgomery statue in Whitehall and called on others to “join us in remembering Charlie”.It’s absolutely shocking, we’re heartbroken over here in the UK.My thoughts this evening are with the loved ones of Charlie Kirk.It is heartbreaking that a young family has been robbed of a father and a husband.Political violence has no place in our societies.Our thoughts and condolences are with his family.An atrocious murder, a deep wound for democracy and for those who believe in freedom.My c...

Politics

7 h. ago PICTURED: Saoirse Ronan and her husband Jack Lowden put on a loved

The Little Women star, 31, and her actor husband, 35, were spotted enjoying a low-key stroll in London while pushing their buggy, after it was revealed Saoirse had given birth to their first child together.

Politics

7 h. ago NHL makes 5 players acquitted of sexual assault charges eligible to sign contract, play this season

The NHL says the five players acquitted of sexual assault charges stemming from an incident in 2018 will be eligible to sign a contract Oct. 15 and play Dec. 1

Sport

7 h. ago Pregnant Katherine Ryan, 42, stuns in a heart print dress as she joins her glam mother Julie McCarthy, 65, at gala night of Mamma Mia! The Party

The pregnant comedian, 42, was joined by her mother, Julie McCarthy, 65, for the star-studded event on Thursday evening.

Politics

7 h. ago A vestige of the ancient Babylonian Empire hidden in a small London courtyard

A vestige of the ancient Babylonian Empire hidden in a small London courtyard  Contando Estrelas

Events

8 h. ago North London Synagogue, Nursery Targeted in Eighth Local Antisemitic Incident in Just Over a Week

North London Synagogue, Nursery Targeted in Eighth Local Antisemitic Incident in Just Over a Week  Algemeiner.com

Events

8 h. ago Former London Mayor Randall Weddle files appeal to have impeachment vote reversed

Former London Mayor Randall Weddle files appeal to have impeachment vote reversed  Lexington Herald Leader

Politics

8 h. ago Mother of woman killed by boyfriend tells Starmer justice system is ‘broken’

Linda Westcarr sent a letter to the Prime Minister calling for an urgent meeting after her daughter’s killer was handed a hospital order.

Events