65 m. ago Together for Palestine concert: Benedict Cumberbatch, Damon Albarn and Neneh Cherry take stage at galvanising and star

Scores of artists, speakers and activists appear at four-hour fundraiser curated by Brian Eno – but it’s Palestinian voices who make the biggest impressionThe sheer scale of it was boggling. A total of 69 artists, speakers and activists were to appear at Ovo Arena Wembley.There were stars of music: Damon Albarn, Bastille, PinkPantheress, Hot Chip and a festival’s worth of others. There were stars of stage and screen: Benedict Cumberbatch, Florence Pugh, Guy Pearce, Ramy Youssef and a huge supporting cast. There were the firebrands, the podcasters, the people you’re sure are important but you have no idea why. And there were the people who, well, you don’t really know what they’re bringing: the former footballer Eric Cantona, the Love Island host Laura Whitmore, the Chicken Shop Dates YouTuber Amelia Dimoldenberg. Continue reading...

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2 h. ago Major report names Labour's 'best shot' at taking on Nigel Farage over small boats

A study by think-tank British Future called on Keir Starmer to pledge to cut small boat crossings by 75% in three years by adopting a 'bold' new strategy with France

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2 h. ago Pension savers 'at risk of costly mistakes unless Rachel Reeves rules out lump sum cut'

Ms Reeves is facing a £50billion cavity in the public finances - more than double last year's £22billion blackhole. She is planning a raft of tax hikes this autumn to shore up the public purse.

Economics

2 h. ago Downton Abbey iconic bell wall used to summon servants sells for £216k at auction

An auction of props, costumes, and set pieces from the popular TV show saw all 267 lots sold at a whopping total of £1,735,744.

Economics

3 h. ago Murder charge in 2002 cold case after bones found buried in South Australian back yard

Detectives arrested and charged 64-year-old man over murder of Susan Goodwin, reported missing in July 2002Follow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastPolice have charged a man with murder, hours after bones were found during a search for the remains of a woman who vanished more than 20 years ago.The breakthrough in the cold case was made late on Wednesday after the discovery of human remains, believed to be those of Susan Goodwin, 39, buried in the back yard of a house in Port Lincoln, South Australia. Continue reading...

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5 h. ago 'Animalistic' group attacked man in car with baseball bat in front of neighbours

Tristan Turner, 27, and his passengers ambushed their victim and assaulted him as well as damaging his car, over a stolen e-bike.

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5 h. ago 'I spent less than £7 on weekly food shop from Aldi and the result shocked me'

YouTube content creator Karl Tabley took on the challenge of feeding himself for a week by spending less than £1 per day at Aldi, and was taken aback by the results

Economics

6 h. ago Federal Reserve cuts US interest rates for first time since December

Central bank moves to set rates at range between 4 and 4.25% but decision unlikely to satisfy Donald TrumpThe US Federal Reserve cut interest rates on Wednesday, its first rate cut since December, as the central bank moved to stabilize a wobbling labor market even as Donald Trump’s tariffs continue to push up prices.Rates are now at a range of 4% to 4.25% – the lowest since November 2022. But the decision is unlikely to satisfy Trump, who has lambasted the Fed for acting “too late” and called for a far bigger cut. Continue reading...

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6 h. ago Federal Reserve cuts interest rates for first time in nearly a year, from 4.25% to 4% – live updates

Quarter point reduction comes amid concern of political pressure on the independent central bank from the Trump administrationIn economic projections released after the Fed’s rate-cute decision, members of the Fed’s board submitted their economic predictions for the economy over the next few years.A slight majority of board members seem to expect another rate cut by the end of the year, while a majority see more rate cuts in 2026. Board members are predicting a slight increase in unemployment, though they seem to think that inflation will largely cool in 2026 and 2027. Continue reading...

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6 h. ago Statue of Abraham Lincoln stolen from Louisiana plantation turns up cut into pieces at pawn shop

Three people are accused of stealing a rare, solid silver Abraham Lincoln statue from Houmas House in Louisiana and cutting it into pieces to sell at pawn shops

Economics

7 h. ago Jerome Powell finally does it: Federal Reserve cuts interest rates a quarter of a percent

The rate cut comes as Trump stages an unprecedented assault on independence of the Federal Reserve

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7 h. ago 'I worked at Boots and these are the best deals to shop ahead of Black Friday'

From advent calendars and money-saving beauty boxes to Star Gifts and three for two deals - here's how to shop savvy this festive season at Boots

Economics

8 h. ago Precious gold samples stolen in raid on French natural history museum

Museum says specimens taken are worth €600,000 based on price of gold but have ‘immeasurable heritage value’Historic gold samples with a street value of €600,000 but priceless to scientists and researchers have been stolen from the French national natural history museum in the latest of a series of museum robberies in France.“This has happened in a critical context for cultural establishments in France, particularly museums,” the Paris museum said. “Several public collections have been the victims of robberies in the past months.” Continue reading...

Culture

8 h. ago Fish and chip shop using AI answering service to take customer orders

Brad Lee, who runs The Nippy Chippy in Stonehouse, Gloucestershire, programmed the answering service bot in a bid to save costs on hiring a worker for the role

Economics

9 h. ago West Lothian pupils may be asked to use free bus pass to cut school transport costs

Conservative councillor Alison Adamson had questioned why the council paid out more than £1,200 per pupil on school buses when the Scottish Government issued free bus passes.

Politics

9 h. ago Huge disappointment for Donald Trump as key part of state visit scaled back

As his second state visit to the UK continues, President Donald Trump faces what could be a disappointment, with what would have been a spectacular display of unity having been cut back

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10 h. ago ‘Pack plenty of blankets or towels’: how to start thrifting secondhand furniture

DIY expert Jaharn Quinn has spent 20 years upcycling homewares. She shares where to look and what to bring when hunting for pre-loved piecesI have always loved thrifting and upcycling. There’s no greater feeling than discovering a hidden gem at a thrift shop and upcycling it into something new, especially when you save hundreds – sometimes thousands – of dollars.I love flipping through interior magazines, poring over gorgeous images on Pinterest and scrolling through home tours on social media.Compile your thrifting inventory. This should include the items you are especially looking for, such as a bedside table or a chest of drawers. It’s inevitable that you’ll get sidetracked – which is half the fun – but a list helps you focus when you start to feel overwhelmed, which sometimes happens.Always carry cash. It makes it easier to bargain.Pack plenty of blankets or towels in your car. These will protect the pieces you find and keep them cushioned from moving around in your vehicle too ...

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10 h. ago We've found the best Ugg slipper alternatives for autumn that look and feel expensive from £15

Ugg's Tasman slippers were the must-have footwear of last autumn and winter, but with a £100 price tag, they're not exactly budget-friendly. Here are the best alternatives to shop from £15

Economics

10 h. ago Man denies being getaway driver for stolen Banksy after helping friend into van

James Love claims he did not realise thief Larry Fraser got into his car with the £270,000 artwork.

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11 h. ago Machu Picchu faces being STRIPPED of 'seven wonders of the world' status after ugly protests left tourists trapped in iconic Peru spot

Macchu Picchu could lose its status as one of the Seven Wonders of the World amid protests that have left tourists trapped at the popular Peruvian destination.

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