37 m. ago Europe's safest city is a seaside gem and it's a sunny Mediterranean spot

One popular European city has been named the safest place to visit, according to new research

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42 m. ago ‘Trump is a horror story, isn’t he?’ Stephen King on villains, dark secrets and dreams

One of the world’s most successful authors answers readers’ questions on his sources of inspiration, the colour of fear, knowing when to quit – and why manual labour is invaluable for writersI once entered a short story competition in the Guardian, judged by you, but failed. Is it simply a case of trying until something sticks? Or is accepting a lack of talent a relief over chasing an impossible dream? EvolAnthWell, it’s not necessarily a lack of talent. I think everybody has talent, but you have to hone it. The more you do it, the more you like it. And when you have talent, you want to do it, you know? You signed my copy of Christine with the words “Keep on screaming for vengeance” because I was wearing a Judas Priest badge. Is music still important to you? RobFramptonYeah, music is still important to me. I’ve moved on from Judas Priest because I couldn’t get the rights to use the lyrics from You’ve Got Another Thing Comin’ for my [2008] novel, Duma Key. So I’ve moved on to Rancid,...

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42 m. ago Seals, puffins and sunshine: snorkelling trip to remote British island gives young carers a taste of the sea

Charity gives children a well-earned break from caring responsibilities, hoping that a day’s snorkelling amid the island’s wildlife will help them connect with nature“A seal just swam right by me,” squeals Odin Rawlinson, 14, as he awkwardly clambers back on to the dive boat in his flippers. He had hoped to see a megalodon or a kraken (a mythical sea creature) on his first ever snorkelling trip. But to his surprise, he finds the marine life that actually frequents the waters off Lundy in the Bristol Channel just as enchanting.Odin Rawlinson on the trip to Lundy – the 14-year-old looks after his mother who has kidney failure and has to have regular dialysis sessions in hospital. Continue reading...

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2 h. ago Overgrown home in disrepair put on sale for £450,000 because of the views

The three-bedroom house has been empty for years and is in a state of disrepair but it is still on the market for more than double the average price in the city

Economics

3 h. ago Dragons' Den icon Theo Paphitis warns 'high streets will not survive if shops are hit in next Budget'

Chancellor Rachel Reeves has already increased business rates - with speculation growing she may pile on the pain in the autumn.

Events

4 h. ago National guard begins deploying on DC streets after Trump police takeover

Officials say troops to start appearing in nation’s capital on Tuesday night as president’s move widely condemnedUS politics live – latest updatesThe Washington DC national guard will begin deploying on the city’s streets on Tuesday night, a day after Donald Trump ordered their arrival and took control of the city’s police force, calling Washington DC a “lawless” city, despite official crime statistics saying otherwise, a White House official confirmed.The national guard is expected to “begin being on the streets starting tonight”. Defense officials said a small number of the roughly 800 guard members planned for the mission had already been mobilized by Tuesday afternoon, with more expected to arrive in the coming days. Continue reading...

Politics

5 h. ago A legal fight is playing out around a Mexican migrant activist accused of human trafficking

A legal battle is playing out in Mexico after police detained a well-known migration activist earlier this month, accusing him of human trafficking

Events

5 h. ago Donald Trump's summit with Putin will be a 'listening exercise', White House says

Officials yesterday confirmed that the high-stakes talks will take place in Alaska's largest city, Anchorage, with the US President 'determined to try to end this war and stop the killing'.

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5 h. ago £13m scheme boosts rare wildlife but experts warn ‘time running out’ for nature

Rare species from water voles to adders across England have been helped with cash from the Species Recovery Programme’s capital grants scheme.

Events

5 h. ago White House orders a review of exhibits at Smithsonian museums ahead of nation's 250th birthday

The White House is ordering a review of the Smithsonian museums to align content with President Donald Trump's interpretation of American history

Events

6 h. ago Train derailment horror as 35 cars carrying 'hazardous material' crash together sparking fire

Terrifying images show carts carrying hazardous materials piled on top of each other after a train came off the tracks causing mass disruption

Events

6 h. ago Before it burned, Salt Lake City’s London Belle bar celebrated ‘shady’ history, hosted packed Latin nights

Before it burned, Salt Lake City’s London Belle bar celebrated ‘shady’ history, hosted packed Latin nights  The Salt Lake Tribune

Events

6 h. ago Gianluigi Donnarumma's three Premier League transfer options as 'terms agreed' after PSG exit

Gianluigi Donnarumma is leaving Paris Saint-Germain and has already held talks over joining one Premier League side in the summer transfer window, with two others interested

Politics

6 h. ago Judge orders ICE to improve conditions after NYC immigration detainees complain of mistreatment

A federal judge has ordered the Trump administration to immediately improve conditions at a New York City immigration holding facility

Events

7 h. ago Swansea City boss Alan Sheehan delivers Malick Yalcouye transfer update as loan deal draws near

The club are on the verge of completing a loan move for Malick Yalcouye this week

Economics

7 h. ago Brian Cox says Scots film festival was too small for his film premiere

Succession actor Brian Cox has snubbed his homeland for the launch of his latest film, even though it was handed cash by the Scottish Government.

Politics

7 h. ago Nottingham Forest sign former London City Lionesses attacker Boye

Nottingham Forest sign former London City Lionesses attacker Boye-Hlorkah  Yahoo Sports

Events

7 h. ago White House plans to review all Smithsonian exhibits to make sure they meet Trump’s agenda for America’s 250th birthday

Trump accused the Smithsonian of falling under the sway of ‘a divisive, race-centered ideology’ in his March executive order

Politics

7 h. ago Cardiff City ratings in Swindon Town win as midfielders impress but concern remains

Here is how the Bluebirds rated in the clash with Swindon Town in the Carabao Cup

Politics

7 h. ago Pleasing Swansea City player ratings as summer signing shines bright in Crawley win

Here's how the Swansea players rated during Tuesday's 3-1 win over Crawley Town in the Carabao Cup

Sport