26 h. ago Tomorrowland is hit by fresh tragedy as woman dies just days after fire swept festival

The 35-year-old Canadian woman was one of some 100,000 revelers attending the annual electronic music festival in the Belgian town of Boom that began on Friday.

Events

3 d. ago Why is Ryanair charging in pounds for items on a flight when the menu says euros? CRANE ON THE CASE

We used to pay in cash, but since 2022 on-board purchases have been card only - and I have noticed I am paying more for drinks and duty-free.

Politics

4 d. ago Dispute between hairdresser and his customer over simple maths problem leaves people baffled

A woman in China went to her local salon for a quick haircut but when going to pay, she realised she had left her wallet at home. The woman asked the owner if she could borrow 100 Chinese yuan (CNY).

Economics

5 d. ago Donald Trump accused of 'doing a John Terry' at Club World Cup

Trump has been accused of “doing a John Terry” after gatecrashing Chelsea’s Club World Cup celebrations by refusing to leave the stage as they lifted the ­winners’ trophy.

Politics

6 d. ago 'Tenant from hell' leaves 3,000 beer cans in 'inhumane' flat after paying £30 rent once in seven years

The tenant blocked access to the property for the seven years, refused to leave and paid just £30 in rent over seven years

Economics

6 d. ago Donald Trump defies FIFA by refusing to leave Chelsea Club World Cup trophy lift

US President Donald Trump found himself front and centre of Chelsea's Club World Cup trophy lift as Reece James was left baffled by him ignoring FIFA chief Gianni Infantino

Politics

7 d. ago Rory McIlroy is burdened by our absurd expectations... but he needs that as fuel to climb the next mountain, writes RIATH AL

RIATH AL-SAMARRAI: It was hardly unusual for a morning at the Open, with a bit of wind, a touch of drizzle, and 100 people or so were crammed between me and the woman a little further along.

Politics

8 d. ago Yes, Israel’s plan for Rafah would be a crime – but international law has never protected Gaza | Raja Shehadeh

Palestinians continue to hold on to the practice we call sumoud – refusing to give up or leave – despite the world turning its back on usOver the past 21 long months of Israel’s genocidal war on Gaza, voices all over the world have decried the demise of international law and the rule-based order. And indeed, the facade of Israel’s adherence to international law has vanished and policies that constitute war crimes are now brazenly declared.This week, Israel’s defence minister, Israel Katz, has shared plans to forcibly move Palestinians into a camp in the ruins of Rafah. Once they enter, they cannot leave. In other words, a concentration camp, which by definition is an internment centre for members of a national group (as well as political prisoners or minority groups) on the grounds of security or punishment, usually by military order. Michael Sfard, an Israeli human rights lawyer, was quoted in the Guardian as saying that Katz “laid out an operational plan for a crime against humani...

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9 d. ago Wizz Air warns new law will increase prices and create 'absolute zoo' at airport

While not yet law, the legislative change means that airlines such as Ryanair, easyJet, and Wizz Air - which currently charge significant sums for a second bag - will likely be unable to demand big fees for an additional cabin bag in the future.

Events

1 week ago Bailiff turned up at wrong cafe demanding thousands and refused to leave until paid, claims owner

The owner claimed the bailiff was in the wrong Welsh county and said she had to call the police before he would, eventually and without apology, leave

Politics

1 week ago 'Noise sensitive' woman blows her entire £100,000 inheritance in 'sad, wasteful and expensive' court fight with her sisters over their mother's £420,000 home

Sharon Duggan, 49, was left a third of the share of her mother's £420,000 home, but dramatically sparked a bitter inheritance battle.

Economics

1 week ago Man with ‘chainsaw and gas mask’ shot by police who ‘feared gun or bomb’

The man refused to leave a house and armed officers were deployed, the Independent Office for Police Conduct said.

Events

1 week ago South Africa captain leaves cricket fans torn after refusing chance to surpass Brian Lara

Cricket fans were left baffled after Wiaan Mulder opted not to chase Brian Lara's record of 400 not out as he declared on 367 against Zimbabwe, with some accused him of "belittling" his opponents

Politics

3 w. ago They are forced to travel 1,000 miles to get healthcare for their trans kid. But they still refuse to leave Tennessee

After the USA’s highest court backed states’ rights to block transgender under-18s from lifesaving medical treatments, one Tennessee mother tells Io Dodds why she and her family plan to stay and fight

Science

4 w. ago Ryanair charges woman £100 after she refuses to leave boyfriend at airport

Ryanair has responded after Scott McCormick, 33, and his girlfriend Helena Boshwick, 33, said they were 'kicked off' a flight to Majorca from Birmingham

Economics