83 m. ago Von der Leyen calls for new EU taxes on big firms in €2tn budget proposal

Plan, which also includes levies on tobacco and electronic waste, ignites major political scrap to define bloc’s futureThe European Commission president, Ursula von der Leyen, has called for new EU taxes on large companies, tobacco and electronic waste as part of a proposed €2tn (£1.7tn) budget.Announcing the planned EU budget for 2028 to 2034, she effectively fired the starting gun on a major and complex political fight to define the EU’s future. Continue reading...

Economics

83 m. ago The Open 2025: Colin Montgomerie and the 8 best players to never win the Claret Jug

The Claret Jug has eluded plenty of golf's biggest names, including UK favourite Colin Montgomerie, a pair of Masters champions and a five-time major winner with 52 PGA tour triumphs to his name

Sport

83 m. ago Heathrow Airport's major expansion plans with an increase to passenger fees

With plans to expand even further, Heathrow Airport has proposed an expansion, but it will be at the cost of the passengers as ticket prices are set to rise to cover the cost

Society

3 h. ago Child 7, injured and at least one dead after lightning bolt hits New Jersey archery range

An unidentified 61-year-old man, the eldest of the victims, tragically died as a result of his injuries, while 13 others, including a seven year-old, suffered from injuries ranging from burns to complaints of feeling ill

Events

5 h. ago Trump says China will start executing fentanyl dealers 'soon' as he vows revenge for victims

President Trump said he 'shook hands' with Chinese President Xi Jinping, who agreed to execute fentanyl dealers. Trump said the penalty could happen 'soon.'

Politics

6 h. ago Summer drought posing danger to historic tree associated with Robin Hood

The 1,000-year-old oak tree in Sherwood Forest, Nottinghamshire, is reputed to have been a hiding place for Robin Hood and his band of outlaws.

Politics

7 h. ago Australia’s octogenarian basketball team know it’s never too late to don the green and gold

For over-80s at the world championships, the game is played on a smaller court with extended shot clocks – and in this age category, competition can sometimes feature courtside defibrillationOscar Carlson describes himself, rather self-deprecatingly, as “just an old bloke that does stuff”. Only doing stuff – in this 84-year-old’s case – extends to representing his country on the international sporting stage.Last month, Carlson was a member of the Australian 80-year plus men’s team at the World Maxibasketball Championship in Switzerland. The Boomer Boomers, if you will. The championships feature national teams in age categories from 35-plus and upwards; games are played under ordinary basketball rules, with minor modifications for older age categories – including an extended shot clock and smaller courts.Coach Adrian Hurley (top left) addresses the team during a timeout in a game Continue reading...

Politics

8 h. ago Girelli double sends Italy to Euro 2025 last four as Hegerberg misses spot

Jubilant Italy reached their first major women’s tournament semi-final since 1997 as Cristiana Girelli’s 90th-minute header beat a Norway side who had seen their captain Ada Hegerberg miss a crucial penalty earlier in the second half.Norway, managed by the former Wales coach Gemma Grainger, were disappointing for the first hour of the contest but appeared to be the stronger side in the latter stages after equalising through Hegerberg’s low finish in normal play, before Girelli’s back-post header won the game with her second goal of the match and sent the Italians wild. Continue reading...

Politics

8 h. ago Penalty rebounds could be OUTLAWED in drastic changes including VAR expansion

Football could see a number of major rule changes implemented ahead of next year's World Cup including the banning of penalty rebounds and more VAR interventions

Politics

8 h. ago Norway v Italy live: Women’s Euro 2025 latest score and updates as Ada Hegerberg equalises after penalty miss

Norway and Italy meet in the first quarter-final at Euro 2025 with England or Sweden up next in the semi-finals

Politics

9 h. ago Plans for controversial Peckham redevelopment scheme rejected by council after backlash from residents

Plans for the Aylesham Centre in Peckham were rejected for several reasons, including a lack of affordable housing

Politics

11 h. ago Appalling secrets of couple who 'bought' 21 surrogate children including 17 toddlers for nanny

Disturbing new details about Guojun Xuan and Silvia Zhang's alleged antics at their enormous mansion have emerged.

Society

12 h. ago Disney+ makes some of its biggest shows free to watch including Andor

Disney Plus has made a selection of its biggest shows available to stream for free, as part of a new collaboration with ITVX

Politics

12 h. ago I was so fat I was told I wouldn't reach 40. These are the drastic steps I took to change my life and shed 13st... and why I despise being lumped in with lazy jabbers: SARAH JANE CLARK

Most mornings after working out at the gym, I'll pop on something motivational on TikTok and Facebook.

Politics

12 h. ago Coats to buy US insole maker for brands including Adidas and Asics for £573m

The company said acquiring OrthoLite means it is bringing together two ‘global leaders’ in the industry.

Economics

13 h. ago Some of the biggest shows on Disney+ are now available to stream totally free

A selection of popular Disney Plus shows are now available to stream for free, including Pam & Tommy, Star Wars: Andor and Desperate Housewives

Politics

13 h. ago Government opposes delaying death penalty decision for Zizian charged in border agent's shooting

Federal prosecutors say a judge should not delay their decision on whether to seek the death penalty against a woman who is linked to a cult-like group and accused of killing a U.S. Border Patrol agent in Vermont

Events

13 h. ago Newsboy’s horseracing tips for Thursday’s five meetings, including Epsom Nap

Newsboy fancies his nap, Suzuka, to win at Epsom and also hopes Duke's Command can score at Hamilton and complete his Daily Double

Politics

13 h. ago Concerns raised over quality of online classes being used in Stirling schools

The online system is being used to deliver Advanced Higher classes to pupils, with worries including the quality of the courses themselves and the use of volunteers to deliver them.

Politics

13 h. ago The Open's 8 greatest moments including Tiger Woods' flawless weekend

The stories of some Championships just demand to be told again and again as we look back on eight memorable moments

Politics