16 m. ago Households told to put kitchen foil their in windows as soon as they can

There is a little known trick to keeping your house cool which needs only a £1.20 roll of tin foil - such as that sold in Asda as well as other supermarkets like Tesco, Morrisons, Sainsbury's and Aldi.

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17 m. ago Flights at risk of disruption at major UK airport next week due to staff strike

The industrial action will affect holidaymakers looking to get away for the bank holiday weekend

Events

21 m. ago How a trip to rural West Cork helped me reconnect with my teenage daughter

A slow escape, rich in nature, was just what the doctor ordered for Juliet Kinsman and her daughter

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23 m. ago Government take action on Sheffield Wednesday crisis as Owls fans plan 'funeral march'

Sheffield Wednesday fans will step up protests against owner Dejphon Chansiri this weekend while the government has responded to concerns over the club's future

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33 m. ago Gianluigi Donnarumma’s agent hits out at PSG as Premier League giants pursue transfer

Donnarumma announced this week that ‘someone has decided I can no longer’ stay at Paris Saint-Germain amid interest from Manchester City and United

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34 m. ago Premier League to make huge change with referee trial in opening matches

The Premier League is ready to bring in new Ref Cams across the opening weekend of the season - a move backed by broadcasters, clubs and referees - with a view to making it permanent

Politics

36 m. ago Zelenskyy arrives in Berlin for calls with European leaders and Trump ahead of US

Ukrainian president will join calls with Trump and Vance in last chance to shape US position before Alaska meetingUkraine will not cede land that could be Russian springboard for new warWe are now getting reports via agencies that Ukrainian president Volodymyr Zelenskyy has now arrived in Berlin ahead of the series of calls later today.Separately, Estonia has moved to expel a Russian diplomat over alleged “direct and active” involvement in “undermining the constitutional order and legal system of Estonia.” Continue reading...

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37 m. ago Ugly, mortifying – and addictive? Tim Dowling’s week in the world’s most divisive shoes

Twenty years after they first hit the shelves, five-fingered shoes are apparently having a big fashion moment. But what is it like to wear them in public?Back in January, Vogue made a bold headline prediction: “This Freaky-Chic Shoe Will Be Everywhere in 2025”. It had already been spotted on models and rap artists, and all over TikTok and Instagram. By summer, Grazia declared that “The split-toe trend that’s been quietly bubbling for years just hit the mainstream”, citing shopping app Lyst, which named the shoe as one of its top five most-searched items.The freaky-chic shoe in question is the toe shoe – a lightweight, thin-soled trainer with separate, articulated toes. They come in a number of brands and styles, and while they may be popular, I can safely say they are not “everywhere”. Walking in them in public every day for a week, I never ran across another person wearing them. Anywhere. Continue reading...

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50 m. ago Hannah Hampton regrets revealing water bottle trick after hate comments on grandfather tribute

England goalkeeper Hampton threw opposite number Cata Coll’s water bottle, containing her cheat sheet of the Lionesses’ penalty preferences, into the crowd during the Euro 2025 final penalty shootout as England emerged triumphant

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70 m. ago Billy Ocean Glasgow Kelvingrove Bandstand Stage Times: Gig set times, support, weather forecast, tickets, setlist

One of the world’s biggest singing stars is in Scotland this week.

Politics

72 m. ago Players devastated after winning share of £1.6m then Gala Bingo takes it back

Players were incorrectly credited with a share of more than £1.6m over the course of two hours

Economics

75 m. ago Gary Lineker claims Marcus Rashford 'wouldn't face the same criticism if he was white' as he brings up Man United loanee's boozy nightclub partying and expensive outfits

Gary Lineker has claimed that Marcus Rashford would not face the same criticism that has dogged the Manchester United star throughout his career if he was a white player. 

Society

78 m. ago Battlefield 6 beta: what time can you play Battlefield 6 beta again? Start time confirmed

Battlefield 6’s open beta will return and players have another chance to try it 🎮

Economics

81 m. ago Chinese firm a leading contender to buy Thames Water, reports say

Hong Kong’s CKI among those lining up to acquire struggling company if it collapsesA Chinese firm is reportedly a leading contender to buy Thames Water if the heavily indebted company collapses in coming weeks.Hong Kong’s CKI, which invests in power and other utility companies in the UK, is among those lining up to acquire the water and sewerage supplier if it enters a special administration regime (SAR), according to the Times. Continue reading...

Economics

93 m. ago Mikel Arteta has just TWO days to complete £68million Arsenal transfer as rivals circle

Mikel Arteta has added six players to his Arsenal squad this summer but a seventh is still possible - if the Gunners act quickly to land their next high-profile target

Economics

98 m. ago DWP confirms legal action to fight people trying to cheat the benefits system

The UK Government has sent a clear message that benefit fraud will be detected and pursued to the full extent of the law.

Politics

1 hour ago Strictly Come Dancing fans declare 'best contestant' yet as Drag Race star confirmed for 2025 line

Ru Paul's Drag Race UK runner-up La Voix will be arriving on the Strictly dance floor in just a few weeks time

Sport

1 hour ago Serco hospital staff call off Forth Valley Royal strike as pay changes withdrawn

Support staff employed in roles including cleaning, portering and catering at the region's hospital had threatened a walk out over a proposed move from weekly to monthly pay.

Economics

1 hour ago The Fortune Hotel cast: full cast of ITV series 2 and who has left so far

The Fortune Hotel is back but who is in the cast for series 2?

Culture

2 h. ago Couple live in caravan and work just two days a week to save thousands

Rachel Hale, 39, and her husband Lewis, 35, have been living on a campsite since March 2024 after selling their three-bedroom home.

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