10 h. ago Teen yobs set fire to cars, steal from tills and throw bricks at staff as car repair boss says police have left him feeling 'utterly helpless'

Neil Gibson has faced years of torment from youngster at his business, leaving him thousands of pounds out of pocket and fearing for the safety of his employees.

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19 h. ago A prophetic 1933 novel has found a surprising second life – it holds lessons for us all | Charlotte Higgins

Sally Carson’s Crooked Cross was written and set during the rise of nazism. It shows both how extremism takes hold, and the moral certainty needed to resist itA few days ago I asked an American acquaintance – as one does these days – where he sees “it”, by which I meant the political situation, heading. He took a breath. “In my opinion, the US is in a very similar position to Germany in 1933-4,” he said. “And we have to ask, could 1936, 1937, 1938 have been avoided? That’s the point we are at. You can try to say fascism couldn’t happen in the US. But I think the jury’s out.”His words seemed especially resonant to me because I had just finished reading a remarkable novel precisely to do with Germany in 1933-4, a book written in the former year and published in the latter. Forgotten for decades, Sally Carson’s Bavaria-set Crooked Cross was republished in April by Persephone Books, which specialises in reviving neglected works. Since then, it has been a surprise hit, a word-of-mouth ja...

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19 h. ago A prophetic 1934 novel has found a surprising second life – it holds lessons for us all | Charlotte Higgins

Sally Carson’s Crooked Cross was written and set during the rise of nazism. It shows both how extremism takes hold, and the moral certainty needed to resist itA few days ago I asked an American acquaintance – as one does these days – where he sees “it”, by which I meant the political situation, heading. He took a breath. “In my opinion, the US is in a very similar position to Germany in 1933-4,” he said. “And we have to ask, could 1936, 1937, 1938 have been avoided? That’s the point we are at. You can try to say fascism couldn’t happen in the US. But I think the jury’s out.”His words seemed especially resonant to me because I had just finished reading a remarkable novel precisely to do with Germany in 1933-4, a book written in the former year and published in the latter. Forgotten for decades, Sally Carson’s Bavaria-set Crooked Cross was republished in April by Persephone Books, which specialises in reviving neglected works. Since then, it has been a surprise hit, a word-of-mouth ja...

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27 h. ago Jeremy Clarkson fans rage as Clarkson's Farm star makes controversial decision

Jeremy Clarkson's Diddly Squat Farm Shop has launched a new policy that has left many shoppers very unhappy as they flood social media with complaints

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28 h. ago Chancellor says she ‘can’t leave welfare untouched’ this parliament as budget looms

Rachel Reeves understood to be eyeing cuts to Motability scheme as she tries to plug hole in country’s financesRachel Reeves has said she “can’t leave welfare untouched” this parliament, with the Treasury understood to be considering axing up to £1bn in tax breaks for a scheme providing cars for disabled people.The chancellor set out her thinking on welfare before next month’s budget in an interview, having previously said she would need to make cuts and raise taxes. Continue reading...

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30 h. ago Government crackdown on car industry perk could drive up used car prices

Employee Car Ownership Schemes set to be targeted by HMRC, but it could hurt industry, government revenue and car buyers

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33 h. ago Boss delivers ‘really bad news’ as Cardiff City star’s season ruined again

The Cardiff striker looks set to be out of action for a while

Economics

34 h. ago Police issue exact advice on what to do if a car is blocking your driveway

A homeowner has reached out to the police for advice after a car was left blocking their driveway - and the response has shed light on the legalities of the situation

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34 h. ago King Charles left 'lumbered' after reversing 'frugal' Queen Elizabeth policy

King Charles has reportedly been "lumbered with the expense" after reversing a policy made by his "frugal" mother, the late Queen Elizabeth II, which has left him with one major issue

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37 h. ago How to get the UK's digital ID card? New veteran card launches today

Discover how the UK's digital ID cards, known as 'Brit Cards', are set to change migration control and access to services, and what this means for you

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52 h. ago BBC Strictly Come Dancing's Alex Kingston has message for judges ahead of live show

Actress Alex Kingston is set to perform a Rumba and has admitted she doesn't care what the judges think

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56 h. ago James Anderson set to extend career into 2026 season as Lancashire talks ongoing

The long-serving fast bowler played 26 times for Lancashire in the 2025 season.

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56 h. ago Rod Stewart set up spy camera to make sure workmen were careful when they shipped his beloved model railway set from US to the UK

The avid train modeller, 80, was frightened the kit could get damaged moving from Los Angeles to his Grade II listed manor in Essex, his wife Penny Lancaster says.

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57 h. ago Hooded teen yobs spray ScotRail passenger with fire extinguisher in 'unacceptable assault'

ScotRail say they will 'work with British Transport Police to clamp down on unacceptable behaviour' after the incident at Linlithgow on Sunday morning.

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3 d. ago Cardiff set to bid to be 2035 FIFA Women's Wold Cup host city

Cardiff Council published a report recently showing that it intends to put the city forward as a potential host city for the 2035 Women's World Cup

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3 d. ago Cuts sees London left with two 24/7 Met Police front counters

Cuts sees London left with two 24/7 Met Police front counters  BBC

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3 d. ago Alan Carr 'set for huge TV comeback' after becoming 'real winner' of Celeb Traitors

Celebrity Traitors contestant Alan Carr is set to reach new heights of fame after his hilarious turn on the BBC One reality show, a PR expert has revealed

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3 d. ago Look, no hands! Waymo’s driverless cars set to hit London roads within weeks

Look, no hands! Waymo’s driverless cars set to hit London roads within weeks  ianVisits

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3 d. ago ‘Worst murder police had ever seen’ as killer evaded justice for 40 years

After 40 years, Allen Morgan was jailed for plotting his wife Carol’s murder - a case that haunted Bedfordshire police and left a trail of unanswered questions for decades.

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4 d. ago People are floored after seeing how much Yorkie bar has changed since 2000s

Looking back at our favourite food items can be fun and feel very nostalgic. Now people are utterly gobsmacked after seeing how much the iconic Yorkie bar has changed over the years

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