60 m. ago Women forced to face ‘significant’ risks because of inclusivity – Reform UK MP

Rupert Lowe told the Commons that safety and dignity should be prioritised over inclusivity and ‘wokery’.

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65 m. ago Rangers fan who died in Istanbul hailed as 'nicest guy' as thousands raised on fundraiser

Christopher Potter, who is understood to have been in his 40s, passed away after being hit by the vehicle while crossing a road in Beşiktaş.

Events

77 m. ago Alabaster DePlume: A Blade Because a Blade Is Whole review | Alexis Petridis's album of the week

(International Anthem)While some listeners might baulk at the earnest spoken-word incantations, you can’t argue with DePlume’s outstanding melodies, played with tremulous vibratoAlabaster DePlume’s seventh album comes with a statement of purpose. “What is it FOR?” asks the accompanying blurb, written by the artist, born Angus Fairbairn. “To inspire and facilitate our independent healing Recently I told everyone to ‘go forward in the courage of your love’ and ‘be brazen like a baby’. Following this incitement to boldness it is only fair that I offer a perspective on healing whatever comes as a result.”There is more – a lot more, including a poem – but you get the gist. An album arriving with an explicit mission statement is an unusual occurrence, but to anyone familiar with Fairbairn and his work, the obvious response is: well, of course it does. The only variable is whether you say that in a tone of delight or with a roll of the eyes. Since his 2020 breakthrough with the soothing To...

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78 m. ago Careless lorry drivers following their sat navs are causing chaos in our quiet road

Locals of Church Road in Ashford, Kent, have called for more signage to stop HGV drivers from mistakenly entering their quiet lane as they've cause thousands of pounds worth of damage.

Transport

93 m. ago Employees at Aldi's Bathgate centre on the road to becoming HGV drivers through apprenticeship programme

Warehouse to Wheels supports career progression while addressing the UK-wide shortage of HGV drivers

Society

95 m. ago Villager's fury after local council orders him to drag his bins half a mile if he wants them collected

Dave Thompson, 61, lives at the end of a long track road in the middle of the countryside and said his bins have only been emptied five times in eight months.

Politics

1 hour ago I'm an audiologist and these are changes to earwax colour you should never ignore... they could be a sign of cancer

Earwax is the waxy substance naturally produced by the ears that helps protect the sensitive parts of the organ, that we use to hear sounds, from dirt and germs.

Transport

1 hour ago ‘It’s great we are not alone’, says Volodymyr Zelenskyy as EU leaders gather for defence summit – Europe live

Ukrainian president thanks European leaders as they gather to discuss €800bn plan to boost military capacitySee all our Ukraine war coverageNorwegian prime minister Jonas Gahr Støre has been speaking in the country’s parliament in the last few minutes, announcing plans to “significantly” increase spending to help Ukraine defend itself.He warned that the country was facing “the most serious security situation since the second world war.” Continue reading...

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2 h. ago NHS medical director becomes second health chief to quit in a week

Professor Sir Stephen Powis, who was a familiar face of the No 10 pandemic press conferences, to stand down a week after shock resignation of Amanda Pritchard

Science

2 h. ago The critical disconnect that led to Zelensky and Trump’s fiery showdown

The misalignment between Volodymyr Zelensky and Donald Trump has significant implications for Ukraine’s strategic position and for European security, Andrea Caputo writes

Politics

2 h. ago Rangers fan dies in Istanbul traffic accident before Europa League game

Ibrox club announced news in statement on ThursdayRangers are playing Fenerbahce in Europa League matchA Rangers supporter has died in a road traffic accident in Istanbul before the team’s Europa League last-16 game with Fenerbahce at the Sukru Saracoglu Stadium.The Ibrox club announced the news in a statement on Thursday morning. “We are devastated to have learned of the passing of one of our supporters in a road traffic accident overnight in Istanbul,” it read. “The immediate thoughts of everyone at the club are with their family and friends at this incredibly difficult time. Continue reading...

Sport

2 h. ago NHS’s top doctor to quit just days after boss’s surprise resignation

Professor Sir Stephen Powis, who was a familiar face of the No 10 pandemic press conferences, to stand down a week after shock resignation of Amanda Pritchard

Politics

2 h. ago Blue Badge holders could face £195 tax bill in April unless they claim exemption

There is a major change to road tax on the way next month which could affect Blue Badge holders across the United Kingdom

Economics

2 h. ago CCTV shows Rangers fan killed in Istanbul moments before being hit by car

Christopher Potter passed away after being hit by the vehicle while crossing a road.

Events

2 h. ago UK construction in biggest downturn since 2020; recruiters warn of tough business conditions – business live

Dollar slides after US president exempts carmakers from 25% tariffs on Canada and Mexico; euro and sterling reverse earlier gainsThe eurozone saw the biggest slump in construction in three months in February, according to a separate survey.There was a marked reduction in new orders while cost pressures eased, according to a monthly report from Hamburg Commercial Bank.Unpleasant signals come from the Eurozone construction sector as the HCOB eurozone construction PMI in February shows deepening weakness that does not seem likely to fade soon. The recession now encompasses all three major Eurozone economies: Germany, France, and Italy.Although the ECB, particularly executive board member Isabel Schnabel, has signalled a pause in the rate-cutting phase to await further dynamics, the construction sector makes it clear that a delay in rate cuts in interest-sensitive areas can be fatal.Sharply declining order books rippled through the UK construction sector in February, which led to accele...

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3 h. ago Major Knightsbridge office block next to Harrods gets green light despite privacy fears

Westminster says the 11-storey development at 1 Knightsbridge Green will offer office space to just under 2,000 workers and bring in millions of pounds worth of footfall

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3 h. ago Jamie Roberts says 'significant change' coming to WRU and denies conflict of interest

Roberts says he wouldn't say anything on TV he's not prepared to say in the boardroom

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3 h. ago Antiques Road Trip's new expert Tahmina Ghaffar inundated with praise as she makes show debut

Antiques Road Trip viewers were full of praise for the show's latest expert, Tahmina Ghaffar, who made her debut on the popular BBC programme on Monday afternoon.

Culture

3 h. ago Rangers fan dies in horror Istanbul road accident as club left 'devastated'

Supporters are in Turkey ahead of the club's Europa League match against Fenerbahçe this evening.

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3 h. ago BREAKING: Rangers fan dies in Istanbul ahead of Europa League fixture vs Fenerbahce

Rangers face Fenerbahce away from home in the Europa League last 16 on Thursday and the Scottish club have confirmed the passing of a supporter from a 'road traffic accident'

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