43 m. ago Girl, 7, killed and four injured after branch from large tree falls on kids in park

Air ambulances, paramedic crews, police and the fire brigade all rushed to Chalkwell Park (pictured, file photo) in Southend-on-Sea, Essex, just before 3pm today.

Events

44 m. ago Glastonbury 2025: Saturday with Raye, Haim, Pulp, Kneecap, Charli xcx and more – follow it live!

There’s a stacked bill on offer at Worthy Farm. We’ll be bringing reviews, news, pictures and more throughout the day, with Skepta replacing Deftones and Neil Young headlining the PyramidWhen Ichiko Aoba was a child, experiencing loneliness and isolation, she lost herself in the fantasy worlds created by animation studios such as Studio Ghibli and Disney. The Japanese folk singer-songwriter further nurtured that interest in intricate world building as a form of escapism through creating her music – and despite its niche and experimental composition, she has found global popular appeal built up from a significant cult following.She sings entirely in Japanese so live I cannot dissect her lyrics, but you can parse her themes from the visuals and from her tone: the stage is draped with willows and Aoba’s airy vocals are atmospheric and expansive, bringing to mind the serene and tranquil ancient forests of Japan like Aokigahara or Yakushima. You half expect a deer to gallop on stage and ...

Politics

87 m. ago Scientists claim drinking two cuppas a day slashes risk of heart attack and stroke

Boffs say drinking up to two cups of tea a day can help slash the risk of heart attacks and strokes – but there's a catch for those with sweet tooths.

Events

98 m. ago World's biggest celebrities turn out in force in outrageous outfits for Lauren Sanchez and Jeff Bezos' final wedding party... with a bizarre theme

Tonight is set to be the last official event of the multi-day extravaganza in Venice, Italy, that saw the couple tie the knot in front of nearly 200 VIPs on San Maggiore island on Friday.

Society

99 m. ago Strictly Come Dancing star Michelle Tsiakkas injured in horror London street phone robbery

Strictly Come Dancing star Michelle Tsiakkas has taken to social media to reveal she was the victim of a startling mobile phone robbery while out in London in broad daylight

Events

1 hour ago Glastonbury 2025: Saturday with Haim, Pulp, Kneecap, Charli xcx and more – follow it live!

There’s a stacked bill on offer at Worthy Farm. We’ll be bringing reviews, news, pictures and more throughout the day, with Skepta replacing Deftones and Neil Young headlining the PyramidWhen Ichiko Aoba was a child, experiencing loneliness and isolation, she lost herself in the fantasy worlds created by animation studios such as Studio Ghibli and Disney. The Japanese folk singer-songwriter further nurtured that interest in intricate world building as a form of escapism through creating her music – and despite its niche and experimental composition, she has found global popular appeal built up from a significant cult following.She sings entirely in Japanese so live I cannot dissect her lyrics, but you can parse her themes from the visuals and from her tone: the stage is draped with willows and Aoba’s airy vocals are atmospheric and expansive, bringing to mind the serene and tranquil ancient forests of Japan like Aokigahara or Yakushima. You half expect a deer to gallop on stage and ...

Politics

1 hour ago What's in the latest version of Trump's big bill now before the Senate

At some 940-pages, the legislation is a sprawling collection of tax breaks, spending cuts and other Republican priorities, including new money for national defense and deportations

Politics

2 h. ago AI robots are scamming innocent Brits using sneaky voice mimicking trick

Research finds as many as three in ten have been targeted by criminals using the voice mimicking tech and two in five people have wired funds to the fraudsters

Politics

2 h. ago People are just realizing why there are still ashtrays in airplane bathrooms

If you've ever noticed an ashtray in an airplane bathroom and wondered why it's still there despite the no smoking signs lighting up all around you - you're not alone.

Politics

2 h. ago One group of filthy Brits most likely to leave dirty plates in the sink for days

Those aged 16-26 are most reluctant to slip the marigolds on to do the washing up and admitted they leave dirty dishes in the sink for three nights before washing up

Politics

2 h. ago Pulp's 'Patchwork' set at Glastonbury interrupted during most famous song

Glastonbury Festival fans' predictions proved to be correct as Pulp took to the stage - and at some point during their performance of Common People, the Red Arrows flew past

Politics

2 h. ago BBC fans shocked by 'outrageous moment' during JADE's Glastonbury set

While performing her song Gossip, featuring Confidence Man, JADE said the swear word **** - and some people were shocked that it aired on BBC in the middle of the afternoon

Sport

2 h. ago Five children hospitalised after 'large' tree falls on people in park

Air ambulances, paramedic crews, police and the fire brigade all rushed to Chalkwell Park (pictured, file photo) in Southend-on-Sea, Essex, just before 3pm today.

Politics

2 h. ago Glastonbury 2025: Saturday with Pulp confirmed as secret act, Kneecap, Charli xcx and more – follow it live!

There’s a stacked bill on offer at Worthy Farm. We’ll be bringing reviews, news, pictures and more throughout the day, with Skepta replacing Deftones and Neil Young headlining the PyramidWhen Ichiko Aoba was a child, experiencing loneliness and isolation, she lost herself in the fantasy worlds created by animation studios such as Studio Ghibli and Disney. The Japanese folk singer-songwriter further nurtured that interest in intricate world building as a form of escapism through creating her music – and despite its niche and experimental composition, she has found global popular appeal built up from a significant cult following.She sings entirely in Japanese so live I cannot dissect her lyrics, but you can parse her themes from the visuals and from her tone: the stage is draped with willows and Aoba’s airy vocals are atmospheric and expansive, bringing to mind the serene and tranquil ancient forests of Japan like Aokigahara or Yakushima. You half expect a deer to gallop on stage and ...

Society

3 h. ago Holly Willoughby oozes festival chic in a leggy black mini dress and fedora as she leads the celebrities on the second day of sun

The TV personality, 44, put on a very leggy display in a black lace mini dress which she teamed with chunky boots as she was spotted strolling around Worthy Farm.

Culture

3 h. ago Keir Starmer vows Labour will not 'take away safety net' vulnerable people rely on

In a speech to the Welsh Labour conference that came after a major U-turn on reforms in the face of a backbench rebellion, he said fixing the "broken" system must be done in a "Labour way"

Politics

3 h. ago Tens of thousands defy Hungary’s ban on Pride in protest against Orbán

Crackdown on Pride is part of effort to curb democratic freedoms ahead of a hotly-contested election next yearTens of thousands of people have taken to the streets of Budapest in defiance of the Hungarian government’s ban on Pride, heeding a call by the city’s mayor to “come calmly and boldly to stand together for freedom, dignity and equal rights”.Jubilant crowds packed into the city’s streets on Saturday, waving Pride flags and signs that mocked the country’s prime minister, Viktor Orbán, as their peaceful procession inched forward at a snail’s pace. Continue reading...

Events

3 h. ago Strictly star mugged in Central London AND in broad daylight as 'traumatic' ordeal leaves them 'scared and helpless'

A Strictly Come Dancing star has been robbed in broad daylight in London this week, leaving her 'scared and helpless'.

Economics

3 h. ago Five children hospitalised after tree falls on people in park

Air ambulances, paramedic crews, police and the fire brigade all rushed to Chalkwell Park (pictured, file photo) in Southend-on-Sea, Essex, just before 3pm today.

Politics

3 h. ago Glastonbury 2025: Saturday with Pulp confirmed as secret gig, Kneecap, Charli xcx and more – follow it live!

There’s a stacked bill on offer at Worthy Farm. We’ll be bringing reviews, news, pictures and more throughout the day, with Skepta replacing Deftones and Neil Young headlining the PyramidWhen Ichiko Aoba was a child, experiencing loneliness and isolation, she lost herself in the fantasy worlds created by animation studios such as Studio Ghibli and Disney. The Japanese folk singer-songwriter further nurtured that interest in intricate world building as a form of escapism through creating her music – and despite its niche and experimental composition, she has found global popular appeal built up from a significant cult following.She sings entirely in Japanese so live I cannot dissect her lyrics, but you can parse her themes from the visuals and from her tone: the stage is draped with willows and Aoba’s airy vocals are atmospheric and expansive, bringing to mind the serene and tranquil ancient forests of Japan like Aokigahara or Yakushima. You half expect a deer to gallop on stage and ...

Society