78 m. ago ‘I hit rock bottom’: Scots musician on how vision of late dad saved his own life

Dennis Kennedy overcame addiction and a debilitating illness, turning his life around to build a successful music career and inspire others.

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80 m. ago One combined Final Four? Talks of a joint NCAA Tournament showcase for the men and women resurface

The conversation around a joint men's and women's Final Four has resurfaced

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86 m. ago Alan Titchmarsh addresses Ground Force 'return' amid huge announcement

Gardening expert Alan Titchmarsh has ruled out a return to the BBC's Ground Force, more than two decades after the show first hit screens with Charlie Dimmock and Tommy Walsh.

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2 h. ago Escape to the Country fans left fuming as couple boast 'unachievable' budget

BBC One viewers were forced to hit out at the much-loved programme after a couple boasted a huge budget on the programme on Monday (April 7)

Politics

3 h. ago Danny Jones’ wife Georgia hits back at ‘complete misconception’ in candid new podcast

In a new episode of her Mum's The Word! podcast, former model Georgia Jones, wife of McFly singer Danny Jones, opened up about what she feels is a "misconception" about men

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3 h. ago Danny Jones’ wife Georgia insists 'you don't always have to be strong' in family admission

Opening up in a new episode of her Mum's The Word! podcast, former model Georgia Jones, wife of McFly singer Danny Jones, spoke out on what she says is a "misconception" about men

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3 h. ago Starmer vows not to raise key taxes despite hit from Trump’s tariffs

Prime minister says he will ‘seize the opportunity’ to make the economy more secure

Politics

3 h. ago Trump threatens China with extra 50% tariffs if country fails to withdraw 34% retaliatory levies – US politics live

US president escalates trade war with China, saying all negotiations will be terminated and additional levies will take effect on WednesdayGlobal stock markets tumble over tariff ‘medicine’Wall Street falls continue – business liveWhich Trump billionaires have lost the most?EU ministers are in Luxembourg to consider the European Union’s response to Trump’s sweeping tariff regime amid continuing market turmoil and heightened fears of a global economic recession.It comes after Trump doubled down on his tariff policy in comments aboard Air Force One overnight. He said Europe “has treated us very, very badly,” and “has taken our leaders for a ride”, and declined to hold talks on changing tariffs “unless they pay us a lot of money on a yearly basis”. He also repeated criticism of Europe for not spending a fair share on Nato. Continue reading...

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3 h. ago Fuel prices: petrol and diesel price to hit low before Easter

Petrol prices are dropping – and could this make your Easter trip cheaper ⛽

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3 h. ago Trump tariffs live: US stocks plunge on opening as EU ‘finalising’ plan to hit back in trade war

US president describes sweeping tariffs as ‘medicine’ as bank hikes probability of global recession to 60 per cent

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3 h. ago Here’s one key thing you should know about Trump’s shock to the world economy: it could work | James Meadway

It’s hard to say if the president truly knows what he’s doing. But there is a precedent for the US causing short-term chaos and reaping long-term gainIt’s less than a week since Donald Trump’s sensational announcement that he was unilaterally ending the world’s trading system with the imposition of a 10% minimum tariff for trading with the US – and a very much higher rate for those countries unfortunate enough to have the US as a major export partner. Long-term allies such as Japan and South Korea have been hammered with tariffs of around 25%, while export-dependent poorer countries such as Vietnam, which sells about a third of its exports to the US, have been hit with tariffs in excess of 45%. A further round of global debt crises is possible as heavily indebted countries face the sudden loss of export earnings.Global stock markets have tumbled as panicked investors dump shares, and political condemnation has been near-universal. China has already retaliated with 34% tariffs, threa...

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4 h. ago Father and daughter transform eight old silos into a stunning four

Richard Dales, 58, and Olivia Ward, his 30-year-old daughter, had the idea to renovate the silos - which were once part of an early Edwardian model farm - after walking near the site in 2021.

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4 h. ago From Kurdistan to a starring role in Last Swim: keep your eye on Deba Hekmat

The actor, model and more has big plans. She talks to Vicky Jessop about her new film, Last Swim, starring in the Gucci 2025 campaign, and not having a plan B

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4 h. ago Woman whispers two chilling words to Amazon delivery driver before police swarm in

An Amazon driver potentially saved a woman's life after she whispered two chilling words that led to him to spring into action - with domestic abuse campaigners labelling him a "hero"

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4 h. ago Suicides and attempts fall in health systems implementing the 'Zero Suicide Model,' study finds

A new study suggests that health care systems can reduce suicides through patient screening, safety planning and mental health counseling

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4 h. ago Finance expert details the essential money questions you MUST ask your partner to ensure a healthy relationship

Some people believe that it's tacky or distasteful to talk about money with a partner. But a personal finance strategist Jamie Wall has broken down a few questions you can use to vet a partner.

Economics

4 h. ago Netflix fans 'up until 3am' as they hail new series as a '10/10'

Netflix's Pact of Silence has been a huge hit with audiences, with some viewers claiming they stayed up until the early hours of the morning to watch the entire series.

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4 h. ago Passport fees will increase this week with those who need urgent document hit hardest

People who need to travel urgently but don't have a passport will be hit with higher charges from Wednesday

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4 h. ago The White Lotus fans point out glaring plot holes and loose ends in season three finale

Mike White's smash hit show concluded its third season on Sunday night with a bloodbath in Thailand.

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4 h. ago Police warn over swimming dangers as temperatures expected to hit 22C

It comes after Izaiah Smith, 15, died after getting “into difficulty” in a park lake in south-east London last week.

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