38 m. ago Jofra Archer: Brendon McCullum confirms 'buzzing' bowler in England selection frame for third India Test

Surrey pace bowler has not played at Test level for four years

Politics

39 m. ago Man left with swollen 'marshmallow face' and needing nappies after taking dangerous party drug that's become a 'rite of passage' for young people

Recreational use of a common party drug has surged in recent years, putting people at serious risk of heart attack, organ failure and bladder problems.

Events

54 m. ago ‘Groundbreaking’ drug could slow progression of type 1 diabetes

A handful of people are being given the medicine on a case-by-case basis while it is reviewed for wider use on the NHS.

Events

55 m. ago Risks from climate, pensions and bonds leave UK public finances ‘vulnerable’

Office for Budget Responsibility warns national debt on course to hit 270% of GDP by 2070 amid volatilityBusiness live – latest updatesThe UK’s public finances are in a “relatively vulnerable position”, with pensions costs, climate change and volatile bond markets all posing significant risks, the independent Office for Budget Responsibility has warned.In its annual assessment of the long-term threats to the government’s fiscal position, the OBR points out that the UK has “the sixth-highest debt, fifth-highest deficit and third-highest borrowing costs among 36 advanced economies”. Continue reading...

Economics

58 m. ago Amazon Prime Day 2025 warning as Which? says 'contact your bank immediately'

The consumer rights champion has discovered a fake Amazon advert and website that claims to sell 'unwanted stock' - but this is nothing to do with Amazon

Events

61 m. ago France warns against ignoring Iran travel advice following teenager’s disappearance

‘If we often strongly advise against travelling to certain countries, it is precisely so as not to find ourselves at risk’, French minister says

Events

85 m. ago UK public finances in ‘vulnerable position’ after Starmer’s U

The OBR’s warning piles fresh pressure on Rachel Reeves ahead of the autumn Budget

Politics

87 m. ago Berlin summons Chinese ambassador over military use of laser targeting German aircraft – Europe live

‘The endangerment of German personnel and disruption of the operation are completely unacceptable,’ foreign ministry saidDanish prime minister Mette Frederiksen is now giving a major speech in the European parliament, outlining Denmark’s priorities for the EU as it takes the rotating presidency of the Council of the European Union.Opening, she warns that “Europe is facing the greatest challenges since the 1940s,” as she lists a growing lists of urgent issues, with Russia’s aggression on Ukraine, migration, the Middle East, trade, and terrorism.“The threats may be many, and they are indeed serious, but I have trust in Europe.Trust that we can move our continent forward, build a more secure Europe, a greener and more competitive Europe, a new Europe of tomorrow with possibilities and welfare for our citizens, but only if we remember what we are capable of, what our societies are built upon, and who we really are as Europeans.” Continue reading...

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89 m. ago Moment Bella Culley 'smuggles £200k drug haul to airport' as cops share CCTV

Brit Bella May Culley, who is currently on trial for attempting to smuggle £200,000 worth of cannabis over the boarder and into Europe, has been captured in CCTV footage before her alleged crime

Economics

90 m. ago Parents say summer holidays more stressful than starting business or having baby

Mums and dads dread the summer holidays as they are expensive, overwhelming and draining

Politics

92 m. ago Macron state visit live: King to warn French president of ‘complex threats’ facing UK and France

Macron and Sir Keir to hold a Franco-British summit during state visit

Events

98 m. ago UK to test nationwide emergency alert system for second time

Alert to take place on 7 September, designed to warn of danger to life, but putting phone on silent will not deter alarmThe UK will hold a further test of its emergency alert system on 7 September this year – and putting your mobile phone on silent won’t mute the alarm.The government system is designed to warn if there is danger to life nearby, including severe weather threats. It also allows the sending of vital information and advice. Continue reading...

Events

99 m. ago UK tourists heading to Italy, Spain and more told 'act fast' in 'significant' warning

Spain and Italy are among the destinations affected by industrial action, which could see flights delayed or cancelled

Events

1 hour ago Oasis fans issued Heaton Park warning over train travel days before concert

Oasis fans travelling to their hometown show at Heaton Park have been issued a warning over travel just days before the first concert takes place

Events

1 hour ago Prince William helped me kick my drug habit, Big Issue seller reveals

Eamonn Kelly, who sells the newspaper in Cambridge, told The Telegraph that his meeting with Prince William had a momentous impact on him and ultimately led him to shake a drug use habit.

Politics

1 hour ago Deadly floods could be new normal as Trump guts federal agencies, experts warn

Cuts and chaos instigated by Trump come as threat from extreme weather grows due to human-caused climate crisisThe deadly Texas floods could signal a new norm in the US, as Donald Trump and his allies dismantle crucial federal agencies that help states prepare and respond to extreme weather and other hazards, experts warn.More than 100 are dead and dozens more remain missing after flash floods in the parched area known as Texas Hill Country swept away entire holiday camps and homes on Friday night – in what appears to have been another unremarkable storm that stalled before dumping huge quantities of rain over a short period of time, a phenomena that has becoming increasingly common as the planet warms. Continue reading...

Events

2 h. ago Asbestos must be removed before gas leak at Dumfries junction can be repaired

SGN has warned that the work at the A701 northbound turning from the Bloomfield roundabout is set to continue until well into next week.

Society

2 h. ago Foreign Office issue warning to holidaymakers travelling to Cyprus this summer

Brits are being advised to be mindful ahead of travelling.

Events

2 h. ago Drones could carry escaping prisoners over jail walls, watchdog chief inspector warns

The Chief Inspector of Prisons, Charlie Taylor, admitted the technology was progressing at such a pace that there was a 'theoretical risk' of it being used to help inmates break out of prison.

Events

2 h. ago China threatens retaliation for Trump tariffs as Rubio starts first Asia trip

China has warned US president Donald Trump against reigniting trade tensions by reimposing tariffs on Chinese goods and threatened retaliation against countries siding with Washington at Beijing’s expense.

Politics