49 m. ago As Rachel Reeves prepares to splurge billions on NHS and tech... will she stick to her promise NOT to raise taxes?

Rachel Reeves was last night urged to keep her promise not to hike taxes again amid fears more raids are on the way.

Economics

55 m. ago Giovanni Pernice's ex 'set for Love Island stint' as ITV prepare for bombshell series

Giovanni Pernice's ex girlfriend has been eyed up to become one of this years islanders, in the 'most dramatic series yet', after dating the former Strictly dancer last year

Events

2 h. ago Newsom is warned of ‘criminal tax evasion’ if he withholds federal taxes

California governor made threat amid reports Trump is weighing huge federal funding cuts targeting stateThe US treasury secretary, Scott Bessent, has warned California governor Gavin Newsom that he would be guilty of “criminal tax evasion” if he withholds his state’s tax payments to the federal government amid threats of a funding cut by Donald Trump.Newsom had threatened to cut tax payments to the federal government two days ago after reports that Trump was preparing huge federal funding cuts targeting Democrat-dominated California, including its state university system. Continue reading...

Events

2 h. ago Carlos Alcaraz saves three match points to beat Sinner in epic French Open final

Alcaraz wins 4-6, 6-7 (4), 6-4, 7-6 (3), 7-6 (2)Spaniard wins fifth grand slam title against world No 1As he faced up to the excruciating reality of trailing three championship points against the best player in the world, Carlos Alcaraz started his service preparation from the Court Philippe-Chatrier baseline with a deep, long breath. For most other players in the history of tennis, there was no reason to believe in any outcome other than defeat.In his short time competing in the biggest matches of his sport, ­however, Alcaraz has made it clear that he is different to anyone who has come before him, both in the way he approaches his tennis and the unwavering belief that underpins his ­success. Alcaraz recovered and pulled off one of the greatest comebacks in the history of the sport, in an otherworldly confrontation, spectacularly toppling the world No 1 Jannik Sinner 4-6, 6-7 (4), 6-4, 7-6 (3), 7-6 (10-2) after five hours and 29 minutes to defend his French Open title in Paris. Con...

Politics

4 h. ago Albanian drug dealer who illegally sneaked back into Britain weeks after being deported succeeds in remaining in the UK by judge

Stiljano Ziu has been allowed to stay in the UK despite the asylum court hearing he committed a 'flagrant' breach of immigration laws, having already been deported from the country once.

Events

4 h. ago Raducanu says ‘expectations are pretty low’ for Queen’s Club after back spasm

‘I just have to manage it,’ Briton tells reportersPrize money for WTA 500 event to be £1mEmma Raducanu has admitted she is unsure how her body will hold up to the rigours of the grass court season after another back spasm in training. The 22-year-old’s latest injury concern came as she was preparing for the first women’s tournament at Queen’s Club for 52 years, and left her unable to practise for several days.It was Raducanu’s second back spasm in three weeks, after initially experiencing the problem against Danielle Collins in Strasbourg a week before the French Open, and she admits she goes into the Queen’s Club event with low expectations as a result. Continue reading...

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4 h. ago Raducanu says ‘expectations are low’ for Queen’s Club after fresh back spasm

‘I just have to manage it,’ Briton tells reportersPrize money for WTA 500 event to be £1mEmma Raducanu has admitted she is unsure how her body will hold up to the rigours of the grass court season after another back spasm in ­training. The 22-year-old’s latest injury concern came as she was preparing for the first women’s tournament at Queen’s Club for 52 years, and left her unable to practise for several days.It was Raducanu’s second back spasm in three weeks, after initially experiencing the problem against Danielle Collins in Strasbourg a week before the French Open, and as a result she admits she goes into the Queen’s Club event with low expectations. Continue reading...

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5 h. ago Emma Raducanu feeling ‘pretty good’ as she steps up Wimbledon preparations

The 22-year-old has been hindered by persistent back spasms.

Politics

5 h. ago Roman's £40 dress shares the same 'print of the season' as £1,600 Dolce & Gabbana outfit

Over the past few months, fruit-inspired fashion has exploded in popularity

Economics

8 h. ago WASPI women make progress in court review bid over State Pension age changes

The Women Against State Pension Inequality (WASPI) campaign group has announced it has cleared a significant hurdle in its battle for a High Court challenge.

Events

10 h. ago Irish woman ‘in fear’ ahead of release of Christian Brueckner

Hazel Behan, who has waived her right to anonymity, alleges she was raped at knifepoint by the German man, who was acquitted by a court.

Politics

10 h. ago Amelie Mauresmo says French Open organisers will address problem of empty seats

Court Philippe-Chatrier was almost deserted for the start of the quarter-final between Aryna Sabalenka and Qinwen Zheng.

Politics

10 h. ago Elon Musk believes he has made Donald Trump 'mistake', dad Errol claims

Elon Musk's dad Errol claimed his son was prepared to admit he had 'made a mistake' after lashing out against US President Donald Trump during their public fallout

Politics

11 h. ago Pair brutally murdered father and dumped his body in caravan after mistakenly believing he was a paedophile

Mark Roberts and David Garland were also guilty of conspiracy to murder Michael Wheeler, while Jack Rance, Angus Warner, and Reuben Clare, were cleared at Bristol Crown Court.

Events

11 h. ago The main talking points as Wales prepare to face Belgium in World Cup qualifying

The Dragons went top of their World Cup qualifying group after beating Liechtenstein 3-0 on Friday.

Politics

13 h. ago Tyson Fury was left furious before Dillian Whyte was read the riot act

Dillian Whyte is looking to make it four wins from four since his heavyweight title defeat to Tyson Fury three years ago as he prepares to take on British starlet Moses Itauma

Politics

13 h. ago Jack Grealish may be handed perfect transfer after being brutally axed by Man City

Jack Grealish is looking for a way out of Manchester City and Newcastle United could come in with a loan offer as they prepare for a return to the Champions League

Politics

15 h. ago 'I thought I'd never leave Real Madrid – Roman Abramovich changed that and I joined Chelsea'

EXCLUSIVE: Real Madrid is the end goal for most football players, but one midfielder departed the Bernabeu after being convinced to join Chelsea by Roman Abramovich

Politics

16 h. ago Munroe Bergdorf: ‘If somebody isn’t willing to use my correct pronouns, there’s not any conversation to be had’

A prominent voice in the fight for trans rights, the author, model and activist reflects on the cost of speaking out in a new documentary and calls for deeper allyship in her latest book. In recent years, while working on these projects, she has faced significant personal challenges, which she shares with Olivia Petter

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19 h. ago Andrew Malkinson ‘not finished’ fighting for reform after wrongful conviction

The 59-year-old had his conviction overturned in 2023 after years protesting his innocence.

Politics