58 m. ago Glasgow 'curry king' to the stars to open new Lanarkshire restaurant with a European twist

Over his glittering career Raj Bajwe MBE has cooked for megastars including Michael Jackson, Mel Gibson, Keanu Reeves, Sean Connery and Billy Connelly.

Politics

61 m. ago Tiny beach hut on exclusive Dorset coast hits the market for £430,000 despite having no mains electricity

The current owners bought the timber chalet in 1997 for about £60,000 but the beach huts at Mudeford Spit in Christchurch, Dorset, have since shot up in value.

Economics

67 m. ago Jose Mourinho exposes Ruben Amorim and Sir Jim Ratcliffe's character as pressure ramps up

Jose Mourinho has given his take on compatriot Ruben Amorim's struggles at Manchester United, as well as the controversy surrounding Red Devils co-owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe

Events

72 m. ago Chilling cartel warning to 'thieves' is found on note stuck to victim's body as new details emerge in slaughter of nine Mexican students who had their hands hacked off

Prominent businessman José Alfredo Lavariega Canseco, alias 'Jocha', was found dead in his car in the Canta Rana neighborhood of Barra Copalita, Mexico

Events

77 m. ago Alabaster DePlume: A Blade Because a Blade Is Whole review | Alexis Petridis's album of the week

(International Anthem)While some listeners might baulk at the earnest spoken-word incantations, you can’t argue with DePlume’s outstanding melodies, played with tremulous vibratoAlabaster DePlume’s seventh album comes with a statement of purpose. “What is it FOR?” asks the accompanying blurb, written by the artist, born Angus Fairbairn. “To inspire and facilitate our independent healing Recently I told everyone to ‘go forward in the courage of your love’ and ‘be brazen like a baby’. Following this incitement to boldness it is only fair that I offer a perspective on healing whatever comes as a result.”There is more – a lot more, including a poem – but you get the gist. An album arriving with an explicit mission statement is an unusual occurrence, but to anyone familiar with Fairbairn and his work, the obvious response is: well, of course it does. The only variable is whether you say that in a tone of delight or with a roll of the eyes. Since his 2020 breakthrough with the soothing To...

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84 m. ago Brother accuses sister of 'vendetta' in public row over new extension at shared property

George Michalatos claimed the work carried out last summer was 'critical' to his business, but his sister claimed the extension was 'impacting our enjoyment of the property'

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97 m. ago Household Support Fund 2025: will the HSF continue after March 2025

As the March deadline approaches, UK families are left wondering what’s next 🏠

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99 m. ago Five simple ways to refresh your home for spring, according to the experts

An interior designer has revealed how to breathe new life into your space as the seasons change

Politics

1 hour ago BP chief takes more than £2.3m pay cut after slump in profit

Murray Auchincloss’s pay fell by one-third last year, ahead of BP making a drastic pullback from its green energy targets.

Economics

1 hour ago World Book Day 2025: Some of Greater Manchester's best costumes

From whimsical wizards and superheroes to video game and Disney characters, the imagination on display is truly inspiring

Politics

2 h. ago Labour MPs and peers urge banks to view UK defence investments as ethical

An open letter called for financial institutions to ‘rethink’ environment, social and governance requirements that often exclude defence investment.

Economics

2 h. ago DJ Funk, trailblazing Chicago ghetto house producer, dies aged 54

Charles Chambers was a key innovator in dance music, speeding up beats and adding raunchy lyrics, and inspiring Daft Punk and JusticeDJ Funk, the producer who coined the term “ghetto house” and was one of the Chicago scene’s key innovators, has died aged 54.His death was confirmed by close friend and collaborator DJ Slugo, who announced the news via a post on Instagram. Continue reading...

Events

2 h. ago New RMT leader Eddie Dempsey to celebrate by playing bingo at local social club

Mr Dempsey has been an RMT member for 20 years.

Politics

2 h. ago New leader of the RMT promises ‘business as usual’ for the union

Eddie Dempsey is taking over from Mick Lynch, who is retiring.

Politics

2 h. ago Police officer suffered broken finger as he and colleagues tried to arrest thug in Blantyre

At one point Dylan McSkimming, 22, "propelled" himself at two officers, causing them to fall down a flight of stairs.

Events

2 h. ago Poundland put up for sale after sales slump in 'challenging' conditions for high street

Owner Pepco said Budget tax hikes have put extra pressure on the ailing chain

Politics

2 h. ago The Repair Shop guest breaks down in tears as expert admits 'I don't know what to do' and resorts to 'forcing his way into' locked till

The episode saw a man called Jas ask for clock expert Steve Fletcher's expertise to try and transform an old till that his parents used in their shop during the 1960s.

Science

2 h. ago Poundland news: sale of UK pound bargains firm explored as Pepco faces uncertainty

Britain’s biggest pound shop chain could be set for a shake-up 🤔

Economics

3 h. ago UK construction in biggest downturn since 2020; recruiters warn of tough business conditions – business live

Dollar slides after US president exempts carmakers from 25% tariffs on Canada and Mexico; euro and sterling reverse earlier gainsThe eurozone saw the biggest slump in construction in three months in February, according to a separate survey.There was a marked reduction in new orders while cost pressures eased, according to a monthly report from Hamburg Commercial Bank.Unpleasant signals come from the Eurozone construction sector as the HCOB eurozone construction PMI in February shows deepening weakness that does not seem likely to fade soon. The recession now encompasses all three major Eurozone economies: Germany, France, and Italy.Although the ECB, particularly executive board member Isabel Schnabel, has signalled a pause in the rate-cutting phase to await further dynamics, the construction sector makes it clear that a delay in rate cuts in interest-sensitive areas can be fatal.Sharply declining order books rippled through the UK construction sector in February, which led to accele...

Events

3 h. ago Locals go to war over fears retired businessman's plan to build new snug at his  £800,000 home in village with links to Shakespeare will block historic footpath 

EXCLUSIVE: The route just a stone's throw from the childhood home of Shakespeare's mother is allegedly under threat - from the chairman of the local parish council.

Economics