78 m. ago UK area where a fifth of over 50s still have mortgages to pay off

Older people in many areas have on average more than £95,000 in mortgage debt

Economics

7 h. ago Why Gregor Townsend would be happy to lose key men from Scotland tour squad

Darge named captain and there is a return for Turner as he ends Japanese exile

Politics

8 h. ago Kanye West bizarrely 'changes name again' four years after complete rebrand

Kanye West, also known as Ye, is said to have changed his name for the second time in recent years, with the rapper's latest name reportedly disclosed on business documents

Economics

8 h. ago Kanye West shocks with new name reveal as disgraced rapper attempts another reinvention amid antisemitism scandal

Kanye 'Ye' West has shocked fans by changing his name once again amid another reinvention for the disgraced rapper.

Events

9 h. ago Rolling Stones 'ready to release surprise album after cancelling huge tour'

The Rolling Stones, which consists of Mick Jagger, Keith Richards and Ronnie Wood, are said to have been working on a new album after deciding to scrap plans for a European tour

Politics

11 h. ago Why is Beyoncé struggling to sell tickets for her tour? Star gives away free tickets

There are plenty of tickets still available for her Cowboy Carter tour

Politics

11 h. ago Macklemore’s house invaded and nanny sprayed with bear mace, police say

Jewelry, watches and shoes were stolen from the rapper’s home

Events

12 h. ago Hit West End musical Mean Girls will start UK tour in Manchester

The hit musical is heading out on tour

Events

13 h. ago Kate Middleton wows in chic navy suit during solo visit to examine museum’s exhibits

Kate Middleton visited the newly-opened V&A East Storehouse in East London today, where she was given a behind-the-scenes tour and spent time viewing the incredible objects stored there

Politics

14 h. ago South Pacific tour ‘crucial’ to Scotland seeding for World Cup – Gregor Townsend

Townsend’s men face the Maori All Blacks, Fiji and finally Samoa over three fixtures.

Politics

14 h. ago From Hadestown to Hercules: ancient myths are the gods’ gift to musicals

Newly arrived in the West End, Disney’s demigod is the latest mythological A-lister to knock out showtunes. Why are deities such as Hermes and the ‘half-blood’ Percy Jackson having a moment in musical theatre?Ancient Greek dramas have long thrived on the West End stage. In recent times: Sophie Okonedo’s electrifying Medea, Brie Larson’s high-wire Elektra and Mark Strong’s smoothly political Oedipus. But the likes of Hades and Eurydice are less often found belting out big numbers alongside a dancing ensemble. Until now, it would seem. Mythological musicals are on the rise: Disney’s Hercules opens this month and Anaïs Mitchell’s Hadestown is in its second year at the Lyric while The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical is going on tour this summer.“Greek theatre has influenced every facet of our lives, from athletics to religion,” says Cedric Neal, who plays Hermes in Hadestown. “What better than for it to be translated to the stage with music, choreography and dance?” Neal has...

Politics

15 h. ago Kate Middleton has awkward moment in power suit as she makes surprise visit

The Princess of Wales has visited the newly-opened V&A East Storehouse in East London, where she was given a behind-the-scenes tour and spent time viewing the incredible objects stored there

Politics

15 h. ago David Byrne: Talking Heads great announces eight UK performances for 2026

The celebrated musician is set to release his new album on September 5 2025 through Matador Records

Politics

16 h. ago Paul Lawrie announces new event sponsor for 2025 Tartan Pro Tour

Novellus Finance will be title sponsor of Macdonald Spey Valley Masters in September

Society

16 h. ago Liam Gallagher threatens to quit social media after big announcement backlash

Liam Gallagher has been ramping up excitement for the upcoming Oasis reunion tour but fans were left less than impressed by his latest 'big announcement'

Events

16 h. ago Share your experience of being scammed into buying fake concert tickets

We’d like to hear from people who have been scammed and ended up buying fake tickets for a live eventThere are plenty of high-profile headlining concerts in the UK this summer, from Beyonce’s ‘Cowboy Carter’ tour to Oasis’ long-anticipated reunion shows. Besides the ongoing issue of ticket touting, concert-goers face the possibility of being scammed and discovering they’ve bought fake tickets.Earlier this year, Ticketmaster released an official warning to fans planning to attend any concerts this summer. They encouraged hopeful buyers to purchase tickets on official sites only. Continue reading...

Politics

18 h. ago Beyoncé gives away free tickets to London families in need as shows struggle to sell out

The global superstar has faced an unexpected blow as none of her six North London shows have so far sold out

Politics

18 h. ago Holiday nightmare after Brit's 'itchy eye' turned out to be a LEECH on his eyeball

British travel agent Tony Exall, 58, was on a jungle tour near West Papua, Indonesia, when his left eye began to irritate him. He blamed it on sweat or a tiny bug but the real cause was much more alarming.

Politics

18 h. ago Struggling with this simple task could be 'early warning sign' of stroke or dementia

Over 50s who struggle with this physical task could be at a higher risk of chronic disease, scientists warn

Events

18 h. ago Dumfries and Galloway players enjoy national walking football success

Saints Walking Footballers Tony Muirhead and Andy Durham won the Over-50s Men's Regional Cup with Cindy Halliday enjoying success in the Over-50's women's competition

Sport