72 m. ago Watch live: Starmer defends cutting foreign aid budget to boost defence spending

Watch live as Sir Keir Starmer holds a press conference on Tuesday, 25 February, after announcing he will slash the foreign aid budget to hike defence spending to 2.5 per cent of GDP to counter “tyrants” like Vladimir Putin.

Economics

77 m. ago The ticking timebomb that could blow up under Meghan Markle and derail her new rebrand... from a former aide, writes AMANDA PLATELL

Is it a coincidence that almost a week before the delayed Netflix launch of the Duchess of Sussex's 'With Love, Meghan' lifestyle series the couple's former royal aide Jason Knauf has spoken out?

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92 m. ago Who is woman who threw baby from hotel balcony? Everything we know about horror

The newborn's mother was said to be on a study trip to Paris when witnesses alerted the police after seeing the baby thrown from a window, with an investigation since launched

Events

1 hour ago BBC Board admits it ‘fell short and failed people’ following Tim Westwood review

The review was launched following allegations about Westwood, who was accused of sexual misconduct and predatory behaviour by multiple women in 2022.

Events

1 hour ago After viral Trump showdown, Maine governor’s MAGA opponents petition for her recall – but there’s a problem

Janet Mills angers local conservatives by telling Donald Trump: ‘I’ll see you in court’

Politics

2 h. ago UGG's newest launch features sheepskin ballet flats that rival designer brands

UGG has launched a new collaboration with Tokyo-based fashion brand AMBUSH, including a pair of sheepskin ballet flats and fur loafers that rival designer styles

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2 h. ago 'Versatile' 9L air fryer worth 'saves time and money' cut by over £65 in Amazon deal

With the April price cap said to increase household bills by 6.4 percent, save money in the kitchen with this popular air fryer.

Economics

2 h. ago Scotland 'should have lowest fuel bills in Europe' says boss amid £111 price cap hike

Scots billpayers face the highest energy costs on the continent amid a fresh 6.4 per cent rise in bills for the average household.

Economics

2 h. ago Ange Postecoglou can't hide true feelings as he launches rant after Tottenham question

Tottenham youngster Dane Scarlett came up with another assist at the weekend but Ange Postecoglou has confessed he doesn't see the value of such statistics

Politics

2 h. ago 230K Canadians demand country revoke Musk’s citizenship; Mogul responds Canada is ‘not a real country’

The South African-born billionaire, who holds both Canadian and U.S. citizenship, retaliated to the 230,000-strong petition

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3 h. ago 230K Canadians demand country revoke Musk’s citizenships; Mogul responds Canada is ‘not a real country’

The South African-born billionaire, who holds both Canadian and U.S. citizenship, retaliated to the 230,000-strong petition

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3 h. ago One of the best comedy movies ever starring legendary actor on TV this weekend

The beloved 2003 film helped launch the career of Disney star Miranda Cosgrove and was adapted into a Broadway and West End musical and even spawned TV spin-offs

Culture

3 h. ago Get Millie Black release date, cast and episodes as Channel 4 adds crime drama with 100 per cent approval rating

Get Millie Black originally aired on HBO in the US and was written by Marlon James

Events

3 h. ago ‘We’re being treated as grifters or terrorists’: US federal workers on the fear and chaos of their firings

An educator, archaeologist and scientist were among the thousands of government workers culled by Musk’s agencyThe Trump administration has fired at least 20,000 government employees in its first month, as Elon Musk’s so-called “department of government efficiency” (Doge) dramatically overhauls work at federal agencies. Some economists have speculated that these terminations, which could affect nearly 300,000 workers, will be the biggest job cuts in US history.Most of the workers cut were in probationary periods and lacked job protections that come with longer terms of employment. In social media spaces, especially the r/fednews subreddit, these workers described scenes of confusion and feelings of anger directed at Musk, an unelected billionaire dubbed a “special government employee” by the White House. Last week, unions for federal workers sued the Trump administration for unlawfully using probationary periods to cut staff. Continue reading...

Events

3 h. ago UK town under siege from machete teens is actually better off than most

Bridgwater, in Somerset, has been described as "under siege" from feral machete gangs - but in one surprising aspect, it's better off than many equivalent towns throughout the country

Politics

3 h. ago Save £100 on Shark Cordless Stick Vacuum as Amazon slashes price in limited time deal

A glowing review said: "It is truly an amazing device. I would recommend it to anyone!"

Economics

3 h. ago Bethnal Green Working Men’s Club: LGBTQ+ icon launches 'Fighting Fund' to ensure survival

The fund comes as the club continues its ongoing battle to survive

Events

3 h. ago ‘Hidden gem’ Scottish farm shop with lovely coffee shop and steak barn to relaunch night markets

A Scottish farm shop and steak barn will launch its popular night markets, with some new additions.

Economics

3 h. ago Largo Leisure Holidays invites influencers to create easy, budget

Largo Leisure Holidays, who own six holiday parks in Scotland, have launched a national search for influencers who want to collaborate on a campaign to help holiday makers and families on a budget get the most out of their self-catering accommodation with easy to cook recipes.

Politics

4 h. ago Nearly 40% of contracts canceled by Doge are expected to produce no savings – live

Almost 40% of federal contracts canceled as part of Doge’s cost-cutting efforts aren’t expected to save government any money, Trump administration’s own data showsIt’s coming down to the wire for beleaguered House speaker Mike Johnson, who is trying to rally GOP holdouts behind his budget plan for enacting Donald Trump’s agenda before the showdown vote this evening.Amid Republican opposition threatening to derail his bill, Johnson was up late last night locked in talks with holdouts from across his party who remain skeptical of his outline plan for tax and spending cuts - as well as border security, energy and defense policy - via a single reconciliation bill. Continue reading...

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