77 m. ago New warning over Thai gangs targeting UK backpackers to recruit new drug mules

The UK Government started a new operation to crack down on drug smuggling, after it was revealed Thai gangs have been targeting British backpackers to smuggle their illegal goods

Events

91 m. ago What Rayner’s crackdown on child benefit will really mean for middle

A leaked government memo reveals that Angela Rayner wants to stop child benefit handouts to middle-class mums. The trouble is, says Charlotte Cripps, many on her hit list might have middle-class backgrounds but can no longer match them economically

Politics

2 h. ago Sichuan snacks and a Napa harvest: World Food Photography awards – in pictures

From nearly 10,000 entries submitted from 70 countries, there were 48 UK photographers with finalist images, including winners of six of the competition’s 25 categories Continue reading...

Events

4 h. ago From dining with Andy Warhol to trying lobster with producer Allan Carr, choreographer ARLENE PHILLIPS shares her life in food

The choreographer, 81, tells Tom Parker Bowles about eating out with Bianca Jagger and Andy Warhol, her roast potato obsession and an unusual emergency snack

Events

4 h. ago Britons face 100% tax on Spanish holiday homes under new housing crackdown

The Spanish government has proposed a new bill that would see non-EU residents charged double for properties

Politics

4 h. ago A historic corner of Stockport is now home to the town's first beer hall

There's plans underway to extend the Stockport venue further and open a rooftop bar in the future too

Politics

6 h. ago ‘We trusted them’: East End fishmongers take on the City to save ancient markets

Campaigners say permanent closure of Smithfield and Billingsgate will affect livelihoods and limit access to quality produceIt is a mismatched contest: a handful of east London fishmongers taking on the phenomenally wealthy City of London Corporation.But the market traders and a food poverty charity have teamed up to battle City of London Corporation over its plans to close the capital’s ancient fish and meat markets for good. Continue reading...

Politics

6 h. ago Two brilliant recipes for the bank holiday – come rain or shine

Whether you're dusting off the barbecue or keeping things cosy in the kitchen, these two punchy, flavour-packed dishes are perfect for the long weekend – whatever the weather brings

Politics

7 h. ago From matcha lattes to Dubai chocolate – how supermarkets fight to cope with TikTok trends

Food fads were once dictated by restaurants, now it is viral videos influencing stores what to stock and quicklyTikTok’s algorithm is one of the great mysteries of the modern age. What it deems to be interesting is fed to millions of users, giving it huge cultural sway, from fashion to music and politics. It is also increasingly influencing what we eat.Supermarkets were once the trendsetters, studying popular items on restaurant menus and recreating them on their shelves. Now the big shops are the ones being influenced, says Zoe Simons, a brand development chef at Waitrose. Continue reading...

Politics

8 h. ago McVities Hobnobs and real reason behind biscuit's name leaving fans baffled

McVities' brand has become a household name worldwide, but do you know the story behind the name of their biscuits Hobnobs? It's so British - but it has caused some confusion.

Politics

12 h. ago A warning to Britain: Brought to its knees by a crackpot, Net Zero

'Be careful,' a young, clean-shaven officer warned when the Mail visited this week. 'It can be dangerous here - this is zombieland.'

Events

12 h. ago Mum, 41, put on an IV drip during five star TUI Turkey 'worst experience' holiday

EXCLUSIVE: A disgusted holidaymaker has launched legal action against tour operators TUI for failing to deal with complaints about a dirty hotel in which she caught food poisoning and was left in hospital

Politics

13 h. ago Privacy and hunger groups sue over USDA attempt to collect personal data of SNAP recipients

Privacy and hunger relief groups and a handful of people receiving food assistance benefits are suing the federal government over the Trump administration’s attempts to collect the personal information of millions of U.S. residents who use the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program

Politics

14 h. ago Love Island icon Maya Jama slips famous curves into slinky cut

Love Island host Maya Jama recently posed for a series of pictures wearing a white and black dress with cut-out sections as she sipped on cocktails with friends and fans

Politics

16 h. ago M&S restocks viral pistachio chocolate bar – but how does it taste?

The limited-edition treat draws inspiration from Dubai chocolate

Politics

16 h. ago Billionaire Peltz Beckham clan's lavish $100m Palm Beach estate rocked by 'disfiguring' vicious beast attack

Nelson Peltz, 82, is a fast food mogul and activist investor. His daughter Nicola is married to Brooklyn Beckham.

Society

17 h. ago Publix recalls baby food pouches after testing finds elevated levels of lead

The Publix supermarket chain is recalling fruit and vegetable baby food because testing found elevated levels of lead

Politics

17 h. ago Greater Manchester brewery with stunning views and popular Bury venue BOTH named pub of the year

It came down to a dead heat between the two Bury businesses

Politics

18 h. ago Brits warned over 'faeces disease' spreading in Europe as six dead already

The potentially deadly infection, which spreads through poor hygiene and contaminated food, can cause serious liver damage - and hundreds have already fallen ill across one popular European destination

Events

19 h. ago Nutella launches new spread that's 'better than the original'

Now, Nutella has revealed it is stocking UK cupboards with a new iteration of the globally acclaimed spreead.

Politics