52 m. ago Big Brother star says show has 'lost its appeal' and housemates are 'too calculated'

Big Brother first aired on our TV screens 25 years ago and launched the careers of some of today's biggest reality stars and Grace Adams Short has let slip some details fans won't see on camera

Politics

69 m. ago Greg O'Shea is married: Love Island winner exchanges vows with model Jeanni Mulder in an 'emotional and intimate' wedding ceremony

The Irish rugby player took to Instagram on Tuesday to share the news with followers, posting a series of snaps from their special day.

Politics

84 m. ago Thousands launch giant environmental lawsuit over the state of three Welsh rivers

Nearly 4,000 residents local to the rivers Wye, Lugg and Usk are seeking 'substantial damages' from three companies who they claim have polluted the rivers

Politics

2 h. ago Apple iPhone 17 Pro review: different looks but still all about the zoom

First new design in ages, upgraded camera, serious performance and longer battery life make it a standout yearThe 17 Pro is Apple’s biggest redesign of the iPhone in years, chucking out the old titanium sides and all-glass backs for a new aluminium unibody design, a huge full-width camera lump on the back and some bolder colours.That alone will make the iPhone 17 Pro popular for those looking to upgrade and be seen with the newest model. But with the change comes an increase in price to £1,099 (€1,299/$1,099/A$1,999), crossing the £1,000 barrier for the first time for Apple’s smallest Pro phone, which now comes with double the starting storage. Continue reading...

Society

2 h. ago Manchester synagogue terrorist heard for first time in chilling voicemail to 'second wife'

Jihad Al-Shamie - who launched a knife and car attack on Heaton Park Hebrew Congregation synagogue last Thursday - is heard telling the woman: "Allah will forgive you for your shortcomings."

Events

2 h. ago A moment that changed me: I stopped restraining myself – and found the love of my life

For years I tried to be the perfect girlfriend: bright, funny, engaging and fragrant. Then I stubbed my toe, and my ferocious roar of pain showed me I could be myselfIn 2008, I was in my mid-20s and single. My relationships until then had all been fun, flirty and conflict-free – which was unsurprising, given I expended so much energy on male approval.Depressingly, this seemed normal in the 00s and demanded a specific type of vigilance. As well as trying to look perfect for every date, there was also the effort of trying to be perfect: bright and funny and engaging and fragrant, but also vaguely unavailable. Endearingly kooky was OK; but I didn’t want to come across as weird. Misery and anger were off limits. I never risked showing I cared. No wonder love had failed to launch. Continue reading...

Politics

2 h. ago Argos is selling a heater that's 'considerably cheaper to run than central heating'

The Argos Bush fan heater is a cost-effective way to heat rooms without racking up the thermostat bill - and a deal stack means it's available for less than £10

Politics

11 h. ago Tesla launches cheaper Model Y following end of US EV subsidies

New $37,990 ‘standard’ version is 15% less expensive than the previous base offering

Events

12 h. ago Uniqlo to launch unexpected Japanese streetwear collab – here’s when it drops

Inspired by vintage 70s designs, this cosy collection is a first for the brand

Politics

13 h. ago Shock video shows motorist almost reverse into lorry after missing motorway exit

The near-miss is just one of the 9,775 videos uploaded to Humberside Police's Operation Snap portal since it launched in April 2023 and the force have release footage of recent convictions

Events

13 h. ago Prime Day shoppers snap up 'better than Amazon' £9 deal on teeth whitening solution

MySweetSmile has launched its own 'Prime Day' sale with buy one get one free deals on its teeth whitening range - and there's a way to save even more money

Economics

13 h. ago Love Island star Greg O'Shea marries model girlfriend 6 years after winning ITV2 show

Greg O'Shea has married his model girlfriend Jeanni Mulder in a 'small and intimate' ceremony in Dublin, six years after he won Love Island with Amber Gill

Culture

15 h. ago Robert Jenrick speech prop backfires as he's accused of Trump

Robert Jenrick pulled out a judge's wig from a briefcase to hold up as a prop for his Tory conference speech, during which he launched a fierce attack on judges

Politics

15 h. ago Katie Price's topless photoshoot demand drove furious ex to call things off

One of Katie Price's ex-boyfriends has opened up about his relationship with the former glamour model and shared details behind the split that caused Pricey have her "heart properly broken" for the first time

Events

15 h. ago England among eight rugby nations who vow to ban players in rebel R360 league

Statement says R360 players ineligible for internationalsIreland and Scotland among those to impose sanctionGlobal rugby’s biggest unions have gone on the attack against the rebel Rugby 360 organisation that is seeking to poach the game’s leading stars. England, Ireland, Scotland, France and Italy, along with New Zealand, Australia and South Africa, made clear on Tuesday that players who join the proposed new competition will be ineligible for international selection and have confirmed they will not support the venture.Rugby 360’s backers, fronted by the former England international Mike Tindall, had been hoping to launch their multi-city franchise tournament next year but have now been told to back off in no uncertain terms. “As a group of national rugby unions, we are urging extreme caution for players and support staff considering joining the proposed R360 competition,” read a statement issued by the world’s leading unions. Continue reading...

Sport

15 h. ago England among eight rugby nations vowing to ban players in rebel R360 league

Statement says R360 players ineligible for internationalsIreland and Scotland among those to impose sanctionGlobal rugby’s biggest unions have gone on the attack against the rebel R360 organisation that is seeking to poach the game’s leading stars. England, Ireland, Scotland, France and Italy, along with New Zealand, Australia and South Africa, made clear on Tuesday that players who join the proposed new competition will be ineligible for international selection and have confirmed they will not support the venture.R360’s backers, fronted by the former England international Mike Tindall, had been hoping to launch their multicity franchise tournament next year but have now been told to back off in no uncertain terms. “As a group of national rugby unions, we are urging extreme caution for players and support staff considering joining the proposed R360 competition,” read a statement issued by the world’s leading unions. Continue reading...

Sport

16 h. ago Stable Wines: team behind Goodbye Horses to launch new space on Essex Road

Founders Alex Young and George de Vos said the wine bar will be a place to ‘forget the world’

Politics

16 h. ago Meghan Markle accused of laughing at model on runway after awkward fall

Meghan Markle, the Duchess of Sussex, is facing new claims that she made a blunder at Paris Fashion Week, where she appears to be laughing at a model who took a tumble

Politics

16 h. ago Red Hot Chili Peppers star launches fundraiser to pay his rent as he faces homelessness

A FORMER member of the Red Hot Chili Peppers has launched a GoFundMe page as he faces the threat of homelessness. Arik Marshall has fallen on hard times since his time playing with the Chilis in the early 90s. The talented guitarist has so far raised $2,000 towards a target of $20,000 to repay a...

Society

17 h. ago Bargain UK supermarket launches 50% off toy sale including Lego, Barbie and Hot Wheels ahead of Christmas

CHRISTMAS might still be weeks away, but shoppers are already snapping up toy bargains. Morrisons has slashed its prices by up to 50 per cent on big-name brands including LEGO, Barbie and Hot Wheels. The half-price sale, running in stores nationwide until October 26, is aimed at helping parents spread the cost of Christmas and...

Economics