10 h. ago ‘Artefacts were just sitting in suitcases in people’s homes’: the London museum preserving Somali culture

The UK’s first dedicated space for Somali heritage has built its collection from 15 years of donations. Culture House’s founders explain the power of giving a permanent home to a community’s heritage and hopesYou could probably walk right past Culture House without noticing it. Tucked away, just off the bustle of London’s Uxbridge Road, the building’s muted colours, simple sign and arched doorway give little away. Step inside, though, and you’ll soon be enticed by what is the UK’s first permanent exhibition and cultural space dedicated to Somali heritage.Officially opened last May, Culture House features a collection of over 150 artefacts, a rotating exhibition, poetry workshops and a digital archive. It has quickly developed a reputation as a hub for the UK’s Somali community, while drawing in curious visitors from outside the diaspora too. Non-profit group the Anti-Tribalism Movement, who lead the project, say the aim is to “celebrate, preserve and connect” Somali culture and comm...

Culture

10 h. ago Four simple steps older children can take to help them read more fluently

Now the children are back at school, phonics expert Ann Sullivan reveals how you can boost their reading confidence at home

Politics

24 h. ago 'Mystery US sports star' racks up $74,000 bill during night out at Spanish restaurant

The unknown diner enjoyed a feast including 'various fish dishes' worth €45,000 ($52,700) and 17 bottles of Dom Perignon Rose at Annabel Restaurant in Palma Nova, a town in Calvià, Majorca.

Economics

30 h. ago Premium Bonds winners for September include five £100,000 prizes for Manchester

The prize fund rate for Premium Bonds recently changed

Economics

39 h. ago Indonesia protests: president scraps lawmakers’ perks in bid to calm tensions

Six people have now died in nationwide protests, forcing Prabowo Subianto to remove perks include a housing allowance worth 10 times the minimum wageIndonesia’s President Prabowo Subianto has pledged to revoke lawmakers’ perks and privileges, including a controversial $3,000 housing allowance, in a bid to ease public fury after nationwide protests in which six people have died.Flanked by leaders of eight Indonesian political parties, Prabowo told a televised news conference in the capital, Jakarta, that they had agreed to cut the housing allowance and suspend overseas trips for members of parliament. It was a rare concession in response to mounting public anger. Continue reading...

Events

50 h. ago 'I spent weeks cleaning up major festival site and uncovered treasures left behind'

A man has shared the "treasures" he found after spending four weeks litter picking after Glastonbury Festival, which drew a crowd of 210,000 to see acts including Neil Young and Olivia Rodrigo

Politics

61 h. ago Trump administration cut funding to shooting prevention programs in Minnesota weeks before school shooting

In Minnesota, $800,000 in federal grants to local agencies, including the state Department of Public Safety and Hennepin County Sheriff’s Office, were cut last month, undermining efforts to prevent mass violence

Politics

3 d. ago Women’s Rugby World Cup needs jeopardy to stay in Monday morning conversations | Andy Bull

One-sided nature of matches so far is a problem and structural change is needed but there has still been plenty to enjoyAfter all these years of asking for more, it’s churlish to complain when the Women’s Rugby World Cup delivered so much in one weekend. England’s victory pulled in two-and-half million prime time viewers on the BBC, 85,000 fans turned out across the four grounds, including a record-breaking 42,000 crowd in Sunderland, five hat-tricks, four packed fan zones, free concerts, and all those fireworks. It had almost everything anyone could have wanted. Almost. The one thing missing was a tight finish. The closest of the eight games was settled by three tries and change.The success of the World Cup isn’t just going to be measured by what happens on the weekends, but in the days in between them. World Rugby wants people to be talking about this tournament when they go into work on Monday morning. And for that to happen it needs some jeopardy. Continue reading...

Politics

3 d. ago DVLA urges drivers to 'think before you click' to avoid theft

The Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA) has issued a warning to all drivers urging them to 'think before they click' and follow some simple steps to avoid being scammed

Politics

3 d. ago Drivers warned that popular car feature could be damaging their engines

With rising costs and financial pressures causing many drivers to keep their cars on the road rather than replace them, a few simple steps could help your motor run smoother for longer

Events

3 d. ago Phil Spencer: catastrophic rumoured tax reforms would hit ordinary Londoners

Rumours that Chancellor Rachel Reeves is considering property tax reforms that include scrapping stamp duty, a tax on home sales over £500,000 and collecting capital gains tax (CGT) on homes over £1.5 million when they sell are likely to slow the housing market according to Zoopla.

Events

4 d. ago Angela three pads Rayner: Deputy PM buys £800k seaside apartment, owns £650k family house and lives in flat paid for by the taxpayer (...while backing tax hikes on homeowners)

Angela Rayner's Hove apartment is the latest addition to her burgeoning property empire - which includes a £650,000 four-bed in Greater Manchester and a grace-and-favour pad in Admiralty House.

Society

5 d. ago Beat the energy bill rise by checking for unclaimed money or discounts before October

Set aside 10 minutes to check online for extra financial help to boost your income.

Economics

5 d. ago Older people making a new claim for PIP could boost monthly income to over £1,600

In most cases, people nearing State Pension age making a new claim for PIP are given a 10-year award.

Economics

7 d. ago Lost Egyptian city discovered with sphinx bearing name of biblical pharaoh from Moses story

Archaeologists have recovered artifacts from a 2,000-year-old sunken city off Egypt's coast, including one bearing the name of a biblical pharaoh mentioned in the story of Moses.

Politics

7 d. ago Nigel Farage accused of ‘ripping up’ human rights laws after unveiling plans for mass deportations

Farage announces policies to deport 600,000 aslyum seekers, including women and children, if Reform UK wins the next electionFarage said the mood around the country is a mix of “total despair” and “rising anger”. Without significant action from the government then he sad he fears the anger “will grow”.Farage said:In fact, I think there is now, as a result of this, a genuine threat to public order and that is the very last thing that we want. And I have been saying of course for a long time that it is a growing threat to our national security. Continue reading...

Politics

7 d. ago Mercedes breaks electric car distance record with one of the fastest EVs ever built

Mercedes-AMG's GT XX concept has achieved a number of world records with its electric powertrain, including achieving a distance of more than 3,000 miles in 24 hours

Politics

8 d. ago Spotify Wrapped all year round and how to find out your top artists and songs of 2025 so far

Are you counting down the days to Spotify Wrapped 2025? There's no need, just follow these simple steps and find out your most listened to songs and artists today

Culture

1 week ago Gardeners can get 'free hydrangeas' with expert's clever technique

This expert hack shows you how to grow fresh hydrangeas in your garden completely for free - even better, it is incredibly simple to do and doesn't require too many steps

Science

1 week ago Simple steps to boost your income including one tip that could make you £6,000

Tynah Matembe is an award-winning entrepreneur, money coach and CEO of MoneyMatiX, a pioneering platform advancing inclusive financial education and well-being

Economics