37 m. ago Iran's leader 'cannot continue to exist', Israeli minister declares, as Putin and Xi team up to urge Trump to stay out of conflict

US President Donald Trump has reportedly approved plans for an American attack, though he is yet to give the go ahead, urging Iran to consider abandoning its nuclear programme.

Politics

37 m. ago Trump sparks concerns over the appearance of his hands again in pictures from the heated G7 Summit

US president Donald Trump has sparked concerns for his health after the internet became baffled and fascinated with the state of his hands during the heated G7 Summit. 

Politics

40 m. ago Bank of England holds interest rates at 4.25% amid fears Middle East crisis and rising food inflation could increase cost

Most economists had predicted that the Bank of England's Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) would opt to keep interest rates on hold at 4.25 per cent following its latest meeting.

Economics

40 m. ago Only top 1% can answer 'impossible' quiz question despite simple solution

People have been left scratching their heads as they struggle to work out a quiz question that only 1% of people can solve - but some say the answer is 'so obvious'

Politics

54 m. ago Baffled Juventus players hit out at 'weird' White House meeting with Donald Trump after president launched tirade on trans athletes and Iran

The bizarre interaction occurred at the Oval Office - with FIFA president Gianni Infantino also present - and no explanation has been given as to why the gathering took place.

Politics

62 m. ago Harry Kane made thoughts on Man Utd move clear and attended 'secret transfer meeting'

Harry Kane was a man in demand in the summer of 2023 when he finally left Tottenham, with Manchester United among those desperate to prise him away from north London

Politics

63 m. ago Kemar Roofe airs his Rangers truths in bombshell address as he calls out Clement for brutally snubbing him

For the first time he’s spoken about how he was treated by Clement and the heartache at being left out of the 2024 Scottish Cup Final

Events

63 m. ago The US is woefully underprepared for wildfire season, say insiders: ‘The stakes are life and death’

‘Efficiency’ cuts across offices have left teams understaffed, firefighters underpaid and uninsured, and without adequate equipmentSummer temperatures are rising and the US is bracing for another hot, dry and hectic wildfire season. But with the promise of extreme conditions in the months to come, federal fire crews are also growing concerned that a series of changes brought on by the Trump administration have left them underprepared.Severe cuts to budgets and staff have hamstrung the agencies that manage roughly 640m acres of the nation’s public lands, leaving significant gaps in a workforce that supports wildfire mitigation and suppression. The administration’s crackdown on climate science and the dismantling of departments that provided world-class research and weather forecasting, may also undermine early warning systems, slowing response and strategic planning. Continue reading...

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63 m. ago Reeves promised oil industry ‘quid pro quo’ over windfall tax in private meeting

Government accused of making ‘secret exchange deal’ with fossil fuel companies to compensate for tax hikeThe chancellor, Rachel Reeves, told a fossil fuel company the industry would receive a “quid pro quo” in return for higher taxes on its windfall profits, it can be revealed.In a meeting with the Norwegian state energy company Equinor on 27 August, Reeves suggested that the government’s carbon capture, usage and storage (CCUS) subsidies were a payoff for oil firms being hit with a higher tax rate. Continue reading...

Economics

63 m. ago 'Seductive' and 'provocative' period drama leaves fans 'breathless'

Harlots is a British period drama that first aired in 2017 and has since been a hit with viewers, who have been left 'screaming at the TV like a crazy person'

Events

66 m. ago Royal Ascot TV presenter reveals horror injury after being kicked by horse at races

The 24-year-old presenter was kicked by the horse when it was startled by a passing truck and lashed out. She has now opened up about what injuries the painful incident left her with

Events

68 m. ago Rare diagnosis left West Lothian man blind as a teen in 'isolating' experience

Neil Atkinson was only 17 when he was diagnosed with a rare degenerative eye condition, Stargardt's Disease.

Politics

70 m. ago The Spencer twins: a wild ride with Princess Diana's nieces, London's favourite aristocrats

Lady Amelia and Lady Eliza Spencer are the guests everyone wants at their party this summer. Julia Llewellyn Smith meets them

Politics

77 m. ago Chelsea transfer priority clear as Jamie Gittens, Joao Pedro and Mohammed Kudus talks held

Blues also keen on Lyon winger Malick Fofana but won’t meet Hugo Ekitike’s current price tag

Sport

78 m. ago 'I'm an American expat and tasted British pudding for first time

American expat Kalyn, who has lived in the UK for around a decade, tried a range of British foods in a recent YouTube video - and was left less than impressed by a much-loved dessert

Politics

84 m. ago Donald Trump shocks Juventus stars with 'trans athletes dig' and Israel

US President Donald Trump left Juventus stars stunned as he asked them about transgender players and made comments on the Israel-Iran war in an awkward encounter during the Club World Cup

Politics

90 m. ago Harry Kane made his thoughts clear on Man United move and held 'secret transfer meeting'

Harry Kane was one of the most sought-after strikers in European football before he left Tottenham for Bayern Munich in the summer of 2023 for £100million

Politics

92 m. ago What Rayan Cherki’s Man City debut tells us about his future

City new boy Rayan Cherki showed promise in the Club World Cup against AC Wydad but may have left fans wanting more

Politics

1 hour ago Glamorous Royal Ascot racegoers don their finest frocks and avant

Classic floral sundresses, extravagant headpieces and showstopping dresses were all on display as hundreds of revellers descended on the Berkshire racecourse for the third day of the meet.

Politics

1 hour ago SpaceX Starship rocket explodes into massive fireball in 'major anomaly' before 10th test flight

Elon Musk's SpaceX has been hit with yet another setback with its Starship rocket – this time before it even left the launch site

Events