42 m. ago Festival expert shares six things ahead of Creamfields and one mistake to avoid

Creamfields is one of the several music festivals that takes place annually in the UK and an expert shared six things which can be helpful to know for ticket holders who aren't very familiar with the event

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46 m. ago UK inflation rises by more than expected to 3.8% amid higher food prices

Annual July rate all but rules out possibility of a further Bank of England interest rate cut this yearBusiness live – latest updatesInflation rose again last month, to a higher than expected 3.8%, amid higher food and fuel prices, adding to fears that the Bank of England will delay further interest rate cuts.Figures showed the annual rate as measured by the consumer price index (CPI) climbed from June’s 3.6% reading, sitting above the central bank’s 2% target for the 10th consecutive month. Continue reading...

Economics

48 m. ago Everything Evolves by Mark Vellend review – can Darwin explain JD Vance?

Why evolutionary theory should be applied to peacocks, politics, iPhones and quite a lot in betweenNobody expected the Spanish Inquisition, but then again no one could have predicted the giraffe, the iPhone or JD Vance. The laws of physics don’t demand them; they all just evolved, expressions of how (for better or worse) things happened to turn out.Ecologist Mark Vellend’s thesis is that to understand the world, “physics and evolution are the only two things you need”. Evolution, here, refers in the most general sense to outcomes that depend on what has gone before. Thus the world can be divided into things that are inescapable and things that are contingent, depending on circumstances. In the terminology he borrows from evolutionary biologist Graham Bell, the study of physical necessity is the “first science”; that of historical contingency the second. So, the periodic table of 90 or so natural elements, which are inescapable given the laws of physics, would fall under the first sc...

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48 m. ago The Regulars review – charming and funny workplace comedy at a the Prince Charles cinema

Fil Freitas’s at times hilarious black-and-white film follows staff and punters at London’s film landmark through a day on shift‘More than just a cheap ticket,” it says on the marquee above the Prince Charles in London’s Leicester Square – a cinema beloved for showing cult films, sing-alongs and all-night movie marathons. The Prince Charles is a favourite of Christopher Nolan and Quentin Tarantino, and when news emerged it was threatened with closure earlier this year, more than 165,000 people signed a petition. Now comes a black-and-white movie, a work-based comedy following a fictionalised day in the life of the Prince Charles, shot by Fil Freitas, whose day job is duty manager at the cinema.On paper, that sounds annoyingly smug and self-conscious. But The Regulars turns out to be sweet and charming, and absolutely hilarious in places, with the easygoing, natural feel of a Richard Linklater film. Freitas shot the whole thing for £6,000, filming at night, when the cinema was closed...

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48 m. ago Horror murder of girl, 2, with eyes gouged out and hands crushed

Twinkle Sharma was just two years old when she was brutally murdered in Aligarh, India, in a sickening act of revenge after her father failed to repay a loan

Events

48 m. ago Nasa scientist believes mystery planet is home to alien life in stunning breakthrough

A NASA scientist has suggested there may be life in the seas of a dwarf planet saying astrobiologists are constantly "surprised" by the level of activity on the outer edges of our solar system.

Science

48 m. ago Brutal murder of girl, 2, over father's debt as she has eyes gouged out and hands crushed

The world was left horrified when toddler Twinkle Sharma was brutally killed - and her mutilated body was discovered after being dragged from a rubbish bin by stray dogs

Events

49 m. ago Duchess Sophie's chic Edinburgh Fringe outfit proves pastels are this season's must

The Duchess of Edinburgh was impeccably dressed for the Edinburgh Fringe Festival, opting for a cosy jumper paired with a tiered maxi skirt from Lexy London.

Politics

52 m. ago World media reacts to seething Rangers mega rage as famous Ibrox atmosphere brutally called out

The boo sea of Ibrox raged after they watched Russell Martin's side come apart at the seams and tee up Brugge for mega millions

Politics

52 m. ago Noel Gallagher ‘underestimated’ challenges of Oasis reunion tour but says he’s proud of brother Liam

‘It’s great being back in the band with Liam,’ Noel says on playing with his brother

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70 m. ago Mother whose underwear was stolen by cop searching her house says she feels 'vulnerable and scared' and no longer trusts the police... and had to pick her undies out of a ID parade of pants

Marcin Zielinski, 27, was caught rifling through the women's drawers before grabbing a pair of underwear and slipping them into his back pocket during a visit to the property last year.

Events

80 m. ago Tower Hamlets residents divided over St George's flags as some left ‘intimated’ while others hit out at ‘disgraceful’ removal

Flags have been removed in Tower Hamlets after St George's flags were hung over the weekend

Events

98 m. ago Alexander Isak: Newcastle's instant response to bombshell Liverpool statement

Newcastle star Alexander Isak cranked up his efforts to leave the club for Liverpool with an explosive statement on social media and the club have now spoken out in response

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99 m. ago Summer celebrations meet closed beaches and warnings on US East Coast due to Hurricane Erin

From Florida to New England, people trying to enjoy some of the last hurrahs of summer along the East Coast have been met with rip-current warnings, closed beaches and in some cases already treacherous waves as Hurricane Erin inches closer

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1 hour ago I trained with Kilimanjaro mountain guides – this is what it takes to become one

In Tanzania, Annaliese Smith joins the students from the College of African Wildlife Management as they attempt to pass one of the hardest tests of their lives

Politics

1 hour ago Luso: New Portuguese restaurant will replace Lisboeta as Nuno Mendes departs

The Portuguese chef Leandro Correia will oversee the menu at Luso

Politics

1 hour ago What lies ahead for Dillian Whyte after devastating Moses Itauma defeat?

Dillian Whyte got knocked out in destructive fashion by Moses Itauma, and now leaves us wondering - what next?

Politics

1 hour ago Misunderstanding UK parking rule could cost you £100 during a summer staycation

This little-known parking rule is catching motorists out, especially the staycation tourists, hitting them with an immediate £100 fine, experts say to research before parking up for your holiday

Economics

1 hour ago Contrasting Jamie Vardy transfer answer tells Celtic fans everything as boss changes tune

Rodgers would neither rule a move for the Leicester City legend in or out and that in itself was a clue

Sport

1 hour ago Tony Bloom reveals Hearts have two transfer plans and as Jambos prepare to box clever against Celtic and Rangers

The Brighton owner knows the capital club will never outspend the big two but is adamant they can compete anyway

Sport