3 h. ago The lesson for Labour? Until it can improve local lives and stop fearing Farage, more losses are coming | Polly Toynbee

Rapid, highly visible action in communities and a forthright attack on the new right – that is what’s needed nowIf you thought these elections were bad, just wait for the locals next May. Expect far worse for Labour, unless they act fast. As they tussle over which way to turn, left or right, stop and consider what’s ahead. They will be challenged by Reform UK in towns such as Barnsley, while their progressive city heartlands will be ravaged by Greens, Liberal Democrats, and pro-Palestine and other independents. Expect shocks in London boroughs that have been forever Labour. (Worth recalling that amid Labour’s landslide, Keir Starmer’s vote share in Holborn and St Pancras dropped by 17% in the general election when challenged by a pro-wealth tax radical.) With council elections in a third of seats in English cities, expect an eruption of local leftward rebellions.Those around Starmer may well be misidentifying the threat that matters most. Heavy vote losses to Lib Dems and Greens in ...

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4 h. ago UK weather change as freezing winds and cold spell set to sweep across country this week

Cold air and strong winds are sweeping from the North Sea and across the UK this week, bringing a sharp drop in temperatures after last week’s heatwave, with unsettled weather ahead

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4 h. ago European and UK companies lay bare the pain from Trump’s trade war

Executives warn about the challenges facing businesses and the destabilising effect of prolonged uncertainty

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5 h. ago Bikini clad influencers mocked online for posing for selfies while their $4.5M Lamborghini yacht sank off Miami

The jaw-dropping reaction of its influencer passengers while their multi-million ride sank has left social media stunned.

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6 h. ago Angelina Jolie's daughter Shiloh drops major hint she's following her mother's footsteps with statement hoodie

Shiloh Jolie looked tired as she left dance rehearsals in Los Angeles but her activities and her wardrobe dropped a major hint about her career aspirations.

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9 h. ago US shoppers told to brace for ‘shared sacrifice’ amid the wait for Trump trade deals while Europeans shun ‘Made in America’

Markets closed down again Monday as president’s trade war continues

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9 h. ago Iceland giving shoppers 10% discount if they visit stores on one day of the week

In addition to this, Iceland’s store located in The Leeds Merrion Shopping Centre, LS2 8ng will also have a dedicated student aisle installed, featuring some of the most popular student favourite products

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9 h. ago Attorney says NCAA deal should resolve judge's concerns over roster limits, criticizes Saban

An attorney in the $2.8 billion legal case reshaping college sports says he thinks an updated agreement with the NCAA will solve the judge’s concerns over roster limits that have delayed the settlement’s approval

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11 h. ago Christine McGuinness flaunts her figure in skimpy bikinis in Ibiza as she breaks her silence on her Celebs Go Dating exit

Christine McGuinness flaunted her jaw-dropping figure in skimpy bikinis as she posed for sizzling Instagram snaps from her time in Ibiza on Monday.

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12 h. ago Mattel quickens effort to move production from China as tariffs hit toys

Maker of Barbie dolls warns of potential price increases for US shoppers and suspends financial guidance for 2025

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12 h. ago Ana de Armas, 37, accidentally drops a big clue that she is romancing Tom Cruise, 62

The cute hint could be seen in her latest Instagram post. The Cuban brunette beauty was wishing her adorable gray-and-white dog Salsita a happy 5th birthday when she added a telling photo.

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12 h. ago Cool bedding highly recommended for 'comfortable night's sleep’ in hot weather comes in seven colours and is shoppers' 'new favourite'

Fogarty cooling bedding range is made from 70% cotton and is 'perfect' for warm weather

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12 h. ago I went from enjoying a night out with my pals to screaming in pain as I was rushed to A&E 'after my drink was spiked'

Libby Woolford, from Porth, was out with her boyfriend and some friends in Pentre, Rhondda Cynon Taf, when she went from 'sober to in a complete state' within minutes.

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13 h. ago Stern warning issued to shoppers buying washing up liquid on next supermarket run

Homeowners have been urged to be mindful about buying washing up liquid as cleaning experts have warned about certain chemicals in the products and the harm they can do

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13 h. ago Naomi Campbell sends powerful message to Anna Wintour as she drops out of Met Gala

British supermodel Naomi Campbell has shared a heartfelt message expressing her disappointment at not being able to attend this year's Met Gala, despite being invited.

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13 h. ago Hollyoaks favourite sparks exit fears after 15 years leaving fans concerned

Hollyoaks fans are convinced Diane Hutchinson will become DI Alistair Banks' next victim after she made a jaw-dropping discovery about her lover during the latest episode

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15 h. ago Debenhams' £70 designer perfume reduced to £25 shoppers 'can't live without' since trying

"Missoni is my absolute favourite! It’s a perfect blend of fresh citrus, soft florals, and warm sandalwood. It’s elegant, long-lasting, and always gets me compliments. A vibrant, feminine scent I can’t live without!"

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15 h. ago The Guardian view on Trump’s shock therapy: warehouse and transport workers are the first victims of a class war | Editorial

Behind the slogans and tariffs lies a calculated strategy – fuelled by elite interests, eroding labour rights and stoking global recessionThe White House, eager to win a trade war it barely understands, has yanked the emergency brake on China-US trade without checking who’s inside the vehicle. Donald Trump’s early April trade decree has taken a month to hit the economy – that’s how long Chinese containers need to reach Los Angeles. And on cue, US pacific ports registered a 45% drop in container bookings this week from China. When warehouses fall quiet and trucks idle in California, the silence will creep eastward. Unemployment will surely tick upwards.Even if Washington reverses course by the end of May, and Beijing plays nice, the best-case scenario is delayed damage. Some goods are being rerouted to avoid charges, but you can’t reboot global logistics overnight. This isn’t strategic decoupling – it’s economic self-harm. By the time the Trump administration notices, it will be too ...

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15 h. ago Next shoppers race to buy £198 designer Reiss summer jumpsuit reduced to £59 in huge clearance sale

It's the perfect alternative to summer dresses

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15 h. ago Naga Munchetty tells BRYONY GORDON doctors accused her of 'having too much sex' when she was treated for thrush

Ms Munchetty recently released a book on the gender healthcare gap, chronicling the experience of hundreds of women who feel their pain was disregarded or downplayed.

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