35 m. ago Ruben Amorim may have pulled off Manchester United transfer masterstroke with double deal

The latest Manchester United news as eyes will soon start turning to the summer transfer window with Ruben Amorim looking to build a squad capable of challenging for the Premier League title.

Economics

65 m. ago Sleuth known as 'Indiana Jones of the art world' helps police finally solve 50

Dutch art detective Arthur Brand, who has been compared to Indiana Jones, has helped police to solve the mystery of how a famous painting went missing from a Gdansk museum in 1974.

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1 hour ago Plant diverse tree species to spread risk in climate crisis, study says

Uncertainty over climate and economy means ‘investment portfolio’ approach needed, researchers sayAn “investment portfolio approach” needs to be applied to large-scale tree planting across the world to reduce the risks of the wrong species being planted in the wrong place, economists have said.Countries have made ambitious pledges to plant billions of trees to remove greenhouse gases and tackle global heating. The UK has committed to plant 30,000 hectares (74,000 acres) of trees each year by 2025 and maintain the rate until 2050, the European Commission has pledged to plant 3bn trees across member states by 2030, and the US under the previous administration committed to planting 1bn trees by the same date. Continue reading...

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2 h. ago Millwall condemn 'abhorrent' abuse aimed at Liam Roberts after Jean

Lions hit out at “character assassination” of goalkeeper, who quickly reached out to apologise to the Crystal Palace striker

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3 h. ago Millwall decry ‘character assassination’ of Roberts after challenge on Mateta

Goalkeeper sent off for head-high tackle on forwardFA may seek to have three-match ban extendedMillwall have condemned the “character assassination” of Liam Roberts, as they await a possible extended ban for the goalkeeper’s challenge on Crystal Palace’s Jean-Philippe Mateta.The Championship club have pushed back against what they call “disgraceful suggestions” made against their keeper, following the high challenge that left Mateta with a head injury and led to Roberts being sent off five minutes into their FA Cup fifth-round tie on Saturday lunchtime. Continue reading...

Politics

3 h. ago Israel prepares Gaza ‘hell plan’ to pile pressure on Hamas – reports

Israel may cut off electricity to try to secure more hostage releases, as both sides prepare for war to restartThe Israeli government is reportedly planning to ratchet up its blockade on Gaza as part of what it has called a “hell plan” to pressure Hamas into further hostage releases without a troop withdrawal from the Palestinian territory.With the six-week-old ceasefire in limbo, and no sign of movement towards a second phase that was due to start last weekend, both sides were taking contingency steps to return to a war footing. Continue reading...

Politics

4 h. ago Spain’s rewilding of Iberian lynx at risk after lobbying by hunters and farmers

Regional governments bow to pressure from agricultural industry, often amplified by far-right Vox partyOnly last year it was hailed as a conservation success story: the Iberian lynx, which had been close to extinction, had sprung back to life thanks to a two-decade-long effort to expand the population.Now, however, that progress is at risk after several regional governments in Spain acceded to pressure from farmers and hunters to block the reintroduction of the species into the wild. Continue reading...

Events

4 h. ago Starmer faces pressure from senior Labour MPs over cuts to overseas aid budget

Labour former minister Barry Gardiner argued the cuts will lead to more deaths.

Events

4 h. ago BP dropping its green ambitions is a travesty. But that’s exactly how capitalism works

Companies will never solve the climate emergency alone. The impetus for change needs to come from government It would be very easy to be sharply critical of BP, given its sudden volte-face on its environmental commitments. Under pressure from a shareholder, Elliott Management, it has abandoned the green ambitions it announced in 2020 and pivoted squarely back to an overwhelming focus on oil and gas.While easy, it would arguably be unhelpful, and perhaps even misguided. Because viewed in the round, this isn’t really about BP: it’s about capitalism at large, and its inability to respond to the climate crisis in the manner we need.Brett Christophers is a professor in the Institute for Housing and Urban Research at Sweden’s Uppsala University and author of The Price is Wrong: Why Capitalism Won’t Save the PlanetDo you have an opinion on the issues raised in this article? If you would like to submit a response of up to 300 words by email to be considered for publication in our letters se...

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4 h. ago Mannheim: Two dead after car 'drives into crowd' in German city

The incident happened as crowds gathered in cities across regions including Germany's Rhineland for parades to mark the Carnival season

Events

5 h. ago Government responds as thousands call for personal tax allowance rate changes

A petition to raise the personal tax allowance to £20,000 has received a response from the Treasury as it nears 170,000 signatures

Politics

5 h. ago I tried the epic pancake stacks at a Welsh café people queue out the door for, and it's no surprise what's coming next

The Haystack has been a staple on the Swansea food scene since it first opened in 2018. Over the years it has been dubbed Wales' best café and a must visit spot for foodies. It's growing reputation last year saw a second location open in Merthyr Tydfil. But 2025 is set to be even bigger.

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5 h. ago Tonight's Swansea City news as star back in contention and January exit loving new club

The latest news from the Swansea.com Stadium

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5 h. ago Terrifying study predicts exactly how many people will DIE in fires caused by climate change by 2100

Scientists from the University of Science and Technology of China say that the frequency of fires in cities is set to skyrocket, thanks to climate change.

Events

5 h. ago Plans approved to transform former Neath Port Talbot factory

It is hoped that the new site will relieve pressure at Morriston Hospital

Politics

6 h. ago Council responds to anger over charging woman £24 to teach yoga on Swansea beach

A petition was launched against the move, which was signed by more than 500 people

Society

6 h. ago Supreme Court won't hear a challenge to college programs for reporting bias allegations

The Supreme Court is turning back a challenge from conservative college students who say their freedom of speech is violated by a university program for reporting allegations of bias

Events

6 h. ago Sky News halted as host shares 'breaking news' in huge blow to Keir Starmer

A Sky News anchor shared breaking news live on air on Monday morning, in a huge blow to Keir Starmer as the Labour leader continues to face a number of challenges.

Politics

7 h. ago Get paid to move banks: Best current account switch offers worth up to £175

It’s not just about the cash bonus either - better interest rates or other perks are available if you switch

Economics

7 h. ago Best garden furniture sales: deals on rattan, outdoor furniture sets, fire pits and more

Looking to spruce up your outdoor space? See the best deals and discounts available now

Economics