85 m. ago Start these five side hustles now to make a profit before 2026

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2 h. ago Israel and Hamas agree to ceasefire and release of hostages in major breakthrough

President Donald Trump has announced that Israel and Hamas have agreed to the "first phase" of his peace plan for Gaza, with the release of hostages and prisoners on both sides.

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2 h. ago Eurovision 2026 hanging by a thread as hosts threaten to step down over Israel involvement

Austria will not take part in the Eurovision Song Contest in 2026 if Israel participates, broadcaster RTE has announced, as a number of other countries have threatened the same

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2 h. ago Magical European town with amazing Christmas market has ‘cheapest flights’ in 2025

Airfares to the magnificent Christmas market cathedral city of Colonge have dropped significantly over the past 12 months, according to Skyscanner's 2026 Travel Trends report

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3 h. ago Gaza ceasefire deal: What we know so far about the ‘first phase’ of the peace plan

US President Donald Trump announced that Israel and Hamas have agreed to the ‘first phase’ of his plan to pause fighting and release some hostages and prisonersFull story: ‘First phase’ of ceasefire deal to end war in Gaza agreed by Israel and HamasDonald Trump announced that Israel and Hamas have agreed to the “first phase” of a peace plan to pause fighting and release some hostages and prisoners held in Gaza.In a post on Truth Social, thanking mediators from Qatar, Egypt, and Turkey. He said: “This means that ALL of the Hostages will be released very soon, and Israel will withdraw their Troops to an agreed upon line as the first steps toward a Strong, Durable, and Everlasting Peace.”Hamas said it had reached the agreement, confirming the deal includes an Israeli withdrawal from the enclave and a hostage-prisoner exchange. The group said in a statement the deal came after “responsible and serious negotiations” over the Trump’s proposal.Israeli prime minister Benjamin Netanyahu than...

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4 h. ago Mary Berry's 'ultimate' Victoria Sponge is ready to bake in less than 30 minutes

Marry Berry has shared one of her easiest dessert recipes that takes just 30 minutes to bake - and it's a great way to use up apples that are about to go off too

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4 h. ago Israel and Hamas have agreed to the first phase of a peace deal. What’s next?

U.S. President Donald Trump announced the deal Wednesday evening, calling it ‘the first steps toward a Strong, Durable, and Everlasting Peace’. Bel Trew explains what may come next.

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4 h. ago Gaza ceasefire live: Hostages and prisoners to be released within 72 hours of deal starting

Donald Trump announces that all hostages will be released ‘very soon’ and Israel will withdraw troops to an agreed upon lineFull report: ‘First phase’ of ceasefire deal to end war in Gaza agreed by Israel and HamasAs part of the Guardian’s Israel-Gaza: two years on series marking the second anniversary of the Hamas attack into Israel and the war in Gaza, the below has been published:The children’s names appear on a list of victims of Israel’s offensive in Gaza, maintained by health authorities in the territory. As of the end of July it ran to 60,199 names, of whom 18,457 were under 18s. Far from comprehensive, the list does not include the thousands still buried under the rubble of destroyed buildings, as well as the war’s many indirect victims. Continue reading...

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5 h. ago Marco Rubio interrupts Trump with handwritten note on Gaza peace deal

Note from secretary of state says ‘you need to approve a Truth Social post soon so you can announce deal first’The text of the note handed to Donald Trump by Marco Rubio, the secretary of state, on Wednesday afternoon, captured in a photograph, suggested the president could soon announce a peace deal in Gaza on his social media platform.“Very close,” the note read, according to an image of the handwritten note taken by Associated Press photographer Evan Vucci. “We need you to approve a Truth Social post soon so you can announce deal first.” Continue reading...

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6 h. ago Trump announces Gaza peace deal as Israel and Hamas sign off on 'first phase' of landmark plan

President Donald Trump announced Wednesday night that both Israel and Hamas had signed off on his proposed peace deal - a substantial step in ending the war in Gaza.

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6 h. ago Times Higher Education Rankings 2026: The 21 best UK universities ranked

The 2026 Times Higher Education World University Rankings are here, with three Scottish universities named among the best in the UK.

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6 h. ago Best Universities in Europe: Here are Europe's top 15 universities

Edinburgh University is the only institution to be recognised among the best in Europe, according to the 2026 THE World University Rankings.

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6 h. ago Wayne Thiebaud review – staggering still lifes to make your mouth water

Courtauld Gallery, LondonThe pop pioneer’s paintings of sweets and cakes offer up a succulent and incredibly moreish slice of a long-lost American dreamYou’re not allowed to lick paintings in museums, which is cruel when you’re faced with something as mouthwateringly tempting as Wayne Thiebaud’s art. The American pop pioneer dedicated his long career to cakes, sweets and gumball machines, a visual world of treats and candies laid out in American diners and on deli counters, tempting viewers to commit the ultimate crime and take a big, juicy bite.But he didn’t just paint for the sake of getting you salivating. His work (here at the Courtauld in his first ever UK museum show) is both an ultraserious take on the material history of painting, a sort of update on the long legacy of the still life, and a deep dive into burgeoning consumerism and the capitalistic euphoria of the mass-produced, mid-century American dream. Continue reading...

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6 h. ago Victoria Beckham says comment from Melanie B during Spice Girls reunion tour ‘upset her’

Victoria expressed reluctance to join band’s reunion tour in 2008

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6 h. ago Subway reveals new dish involving classic full English and its perfect for hangovers

Subway has announced a limited edition Big Breakwich Spud to aid drowsy freshers students during their opening weeks of university

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6 h. ago Now Keir Starmer wants digital ID cards to be expanded to cover Britons' everyday lives

The Prime Minister announced last month that a mandatory system would be introduced so people can prove they have the right to work here - in an attempt to curb illegal migration.

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6 h. ago Walkers discontinues ‘incredible’ crisps for a second time after 13 years – and shoppers are devastated

WALKERS have discontinued an "incredible" flavour of a beloved crisp for a second time in 13 years - leaving devastated shoppers mourning the axe. The snack giant made the heartbreaking announcement following a slew of other cancellations which have hit their Max Strong and Sensations lines. The latest flavour on the chopping board is the...

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6 h. ago EDEN CONFIDENTIAL: How does Tony Blair manage to pay staff $100million in a year?

Tony Blair - named on President Donald Trump 's Board of Peace to run post-war Gaza - isn't remotely coy about the fact his eponymous institute is awash with cash

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7 h. ago Three Keys and Three Stars: Why The Connaught is the Ultimate Luxury Icon

Three Keys and Three Stars: Why The Connaught is the Ultimate Luxury Icon  MICHELIN Guide

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7 h. ago Schumer and the Democrats hope to make Obamacare and the shutdown a 2026 issue. Good luck with that, Chuck!

The minority party might have found their mojo again after months of looking like losers, Eric Garcia writes. But the American public has a short memory

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