3 h. ago How stubborn homeowners in the Cotswolds' strictest villages are embracing draconian planning laws

Villages across the Cotswolds have been forced to take on strict building regulations banning even minor changes to people's homes without planning permission.

Society

6 h. ago All Blacks fumed over Wales haka plan as changing room protest launched

New Zealand return to Cardiff for the first time in three years as Scott Robertson's side look to bounce back from defeat to England

Events

21 h. ago Trump’s tariffs expected to bring in $1 trillion less than expected – and that could drastically change his $2,000 check plan

Congressional Budget Office downgrades forecast on president’s levies on imported goods, casting fresh doubt on his pledge to send U.S. citizens a rebate

Politics

24 h. ago Price cap: Why energy bills are going up when wholesale prices are down

Experts say the price cap increase adds to pressure on the Government

Economics

25 h. ago Eurovision plans changes to voting, security after allegations of Israeli government 'interference'

Organizers of the Eurovision Song Contest say they’re changing the voting system of the popular musical extravaganza to ensure fairness

Politics

27 h. ago London travellers could face Eurostar price hikes after government hits Channel Tunnel with major tax increase

A three-fold jump in Channel Tunnel business rates threatens higher Eurostar fares for London travellers

Politics

30 h. ago Energy bills set to rise over winter as Ofgem raises price cap

Ofgem today announced an unexpected 0.2 per cent rise of the energy price cap for the period covering January to March 2026.

Economics

30 h. ago Energy bills for millions to rise in January after surprise price cap. increase

The unexpected increase comes after experts at Cornwall Insight said they expected prices to fall by 1%

Economics

46 h. ago How much is Spotify? Premium subscription costs increase for UK listeners

Spotify announces another price increase for UK premium subscribers, impacting individual, duo, and family plans

Politics

50 h. ago Wilfried Nancy doubter accepts Celtic fate as bold plan for Martin O'Neill changes everything – Hotline

Anthony Evans took your calls as callers are hopeful that the national team won't just make up the numbers in North America

Politics

56 h. ago Update on huge change to recycling as all homes to have 4 separate bins new government statement

The new plan will see households have at least four waste containers and change the way it works for every home in England

Politics

64 h. ago Liverpool's next move in Marc Guehi race emerges as transfer plans change

Liverpool saw a deadline day move for Marc Guehi collapse in the summer transfer window but are thought to be planning a new move for the Crystal Palace defender in January

Sport

3 d. ago Perth councillors to defer decision on proposed visitor levy plans

The consideration of plans will be put on hold until more details on national changes to the legislation are available.

Politics

3 d. ago Beth Mead: ‘If we don’t adapt to climate change, football becomes a privilege, not a right‘

The Arsenal and England forward is backing new global campaign because talent and teamwork should decide the game – not the climateI’ll never forget stepping out on to the pitch in Switzerland for the Euro 2025 tournament. The air felt heavy – not with pressure or expectation, but with heat. It was more than 30C (86f) that day. It makes your lungs sting, makes you feel like you’re running through water.In the England camp, we had done everything to prepare. Ice vests before training, hydration breaks, modified warm-ups – things that just weren’t part of football life a few years ago. At our base in Zurich we even had cryotherapy and Slush Puppies to cool our core temperatures. During training, there were ice-cold towels, extra rest moments and constant reminders to hydrate. You could feel how carefully the staff planned every detail. But when the whistle blew, no protocol could change the fact that the climate itself has changed. Continue reading...

Politics

4 d. ago Pope Leo XIV calls for urgent climate action and says God’s creation is 'crying out'

Pope Leo XIV is urging countries at United Nations climate talks to take “concrete actions” to stop climate change that is threatening the planet

Politics

4 d. ago ‘Default yes’ to be given to housing developments near train stations

The changes to planning rules are set to make it easier to build on sites within a short walk from some train and tram stations

Politics

5 d. ago Visa bans and valuables: The new immigration plans designed to stop migrants seeing UK as ‘golden ticket’

The Standard explains the planned changes aimed at stopping the UK being seen as a ‘golden ticket’ for asylum seekers

Events

6 d. ago Steven Gerrard smashed me with a horror tackle but he was the best player in England

Steven Gerrard launched a two-footed horror tackle on an opponent only to meet the player and his wife on a plane afterwards, but the incident didn't change his rival's opinion

Sport

7 d. ago Personal tax thresholds £12,570 update as change 'in weeks' planned

Chancellor is set to make key changes in the Budget according to reports

Economics

7 d. ago USPS warns of price hikes and ‘urgent need’ for changes after suffering another huge blow

The USPS reduced its workforce by 10,000 workers earlier this year and has rolled out steady price increases

Events