2 h. ago CHRISTOPHER STEVENS reviews Outrageous: This Downton Abbey with added fascism is frightfully unconvincing

CHRISTOPHER STEVENS: Set in the gilded world of the British aristocracy, all country houses and glittering debutante dances, it's the story of the six ultra-privileged Mitford sisters.

Politics

3 h. ago Passport prices could rise AGAIN in another blow for British holidaymakers

Ministers have been urged to increase the current £95 renewal fee to address a growing black hole in the Passport Office's budget.

Economics

4 h. ago Consumer confidence up in June amid ‘dark shadow’ of inflation and war

GfK’s long-running Consumer Confidence Index rose two points but remains firmly in negative territory at minus 18.

Economics

6 h. ago The Bank of England never misses an opportunity to miss an opportunity, says ALEX BRUMMER

The latest minutes from the Bank of England show that after an unexpectedly firm start to the year, the British economy has descended into gloom.

Politics

7 h. ago Cornered Iran could unleash sinister attacks on US soil as it runs out of options against Israel, insiders say

Insiders warn that the Iranian regime's desperation in its conflict with Israel could push them to utilize their proxies to carry out attacks against the US involving cyber attacks and terrorist plots.

Politics

7 h. ago Widow of British soldier whose decomposing body was found in barracks after lying there for three weeks blasts 'unforgivable' delay in finding him

Father-of-three Lance Corporal Bernard Morgan was discovered on January 23 2020 in his bedroom at Catterick Garrison, North Yorkshire.

Events

7 h. ago Five ways Australians’ spending, housing and dating habits have changed over the last 25 years

New lifestyle data shows how young people are living with their parents for longer and have fewer partners – while older generations are splurgingAustralia news live: latest politics updatesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastThe way Australians live has changed in the last 25 years, as soaring house prices have forced some young people to live with parents longer, and others to move rentals more often.New research from the e61 Institute breaks down why some Australians are more reluctant to move house, while consulting firm KPMG has looked at how household spending has changed by generation. Each explored data from the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS).Sign up for Guardian Australia’s breaking news email Continue reading...

Politics

7 h. ago Taking back control: Spain will decide which British travellers to admit to Gibraltar

Exclusive: UK visitors face extra Brexit red tape, including fingerprinting, as Rock aligns with Schengen area formalities

Politics

8 h. ago Duhan van der Merwe hits back at ‘SpringJock’ jibes: ‘I know how hard I’ve worked to get here’

Flying winger brushes off allegiance jibes and cannot wait for Australia after a testing Lions tour in 2021Duhan van der Merwe does not want to shake hands. It is not that the hulking Scotland winger is being rude – he is polite to a fault – but after a gruelling gym session the British & Irish Lion has blisters as big as golf balls. A fist bump – a touch daunting given the size of his biceps – must suffice.Van der Merwe’s war wounds are the first indication that public perception about him can be misleading and there are many to follow in the ensuing half-hour. From an impassioned response to accusations he is a “SpringJock”, to discussing why he runs roughshod over England once a year, Van der Merwe is illuminating company. Continue reading...

Events

9 h. ago Trump says talks with Iran could happen ‘in the near future’

US president’s comments come a day before British, French and German foreign ministers set to meet Iranian counterpart

Politics

9 h. ago Get Louise Roe's Royal Ascot look with 20% off her high street red blazer dress

Louise Roe has firmly cemented her place on the Royal Ascot best dressed list with her structured red blazer dress - and it's available on the high street with 20% off

Politics

10 h. ago Denmark to deploy ‘saildrones’ in Baltic to protect undersea cables from Russian threat

US-made vessels will monitor maritime activity as part of military trial amid criticism over deepening ties with American tech firmsDenmark is deploying floating drones on the Baltic Sea to protect undersea infrastructure and bolster maritime surveillance amid the growing threat of hybrid attacks from Russia.The arrival of Saildrone, a California-based company, has prompted criticism in Denmark over forging tighter bonds with the US in such a sensitive area as digital security. Continue reading...

Events

10 h. ago Now militant doctors demand the right to walkout on 'heat strike' as temperatures soar

Members of the British Medical Association (BMA) are calling on the union to demand that the NHS adopts a 'national maximum workplace temperature'.

Society

10 h. ago Tommy Freeman promises ‘fun and dangerous’ Lions approach to Argentina clash

Andy Farrell is fielding the biggest centres and wings he has available in his squad.

Politics

11 h. ago The Jacob Fearnley train continues at speed as British No 2 seals career

Fearnley, ranked outside the top 500 just over a year ago, overcame the awkward Corentin Moutet in west London to reach a first ATP tour quarter-final

Politics

11 h. ago Falkirk councillors 'won't give up' on dream of Bonnybridge train station

Councillors said they were 'disappointed' in Transport Scotland's verdict and say they will continue to press for a new station.

Politics

11 h. ago On the hottest day of the year it's brass monkeys at our house thanks to British Gas: RICHARD LITTLEJOHN

I know World War Three is breaking out and the country is going to hell in a handcart, writes RICHARD LITTLEJOHN, but it's sweating the small stuff which sends us bonkers. And I do mean sweating.

Society

11 h. ago Katie Boulter survives Sonay Kartal scare to keep Nottingham Open hopes alive

The British number two is through to the quarter-finals after a three-set battle in the heat

Events

11 h. ago Normality at last for the Greater Manchester street cut in half

The train derailment led to chaos in the area

Politics

11 h. ago Nigel Farage as British PM would put Irish unity ‘centre stage’ – former premier

Leo Varadkar, who stood down as taoiseach last year, said it is possible Mr Farage will be prime minister in four years or nine years time.

Politics