83 m. ago Woman loses life savings and husband’s insurance after falling for scammer impersonating feds: ‘I couldn’t believe it happened’

Since 2020, there has been a fourfold increase in over-60s losing at least $100,000 to scams involving impersonations of businesses or the government

Politics

85 m. ago Knifeman harassed and threatened to kill woman he met on community service

Jean Izquierdo's advocate said it was the defendant's wish to return to Spain to be reunited with his daughter 'as swiftly as possible'

Events

86 m. ago CCTV released in search for missing woman who vanished overnight

Victoria McGloin was last seen in the Hardgate area in Aberdeen at around 4pm on Sunday.

Events

92 m. ago Photographer Coreen Simpson’s illustrious career capturing Toni Morrison and Muhammad Ali: ‘I’ve never gotten bored’

Star-studded work from Simpson, whose instincts also led to success in jewelry design, is assembled in a new photo bookCoreen Simpson carved her own path to success – she never waited for anyone to hand her an opportunity. In her 1978 portrait of Toni Morrison, the author gazes directly into the camera with a striking expression that holds the viewer’s eyes fixed on hers.A shadow fills the space between Morrison and the world, compelling the audience to reckon with her presence. The cigarette held effortlessly in Morrison’s left hand is a gesture to her power and influence as a literary giant. The image captures the essence of Simpson’s photography, seamlessly revealing the nature of her subjects while commanding their presence in the world. Continue reading...

Culture

99 m. ago The massive No Kings protests may mark a new American political posture | Moira Donegan

The violence Republicans seemed to want did not materialize. Instead the event showcased liberal-democratic consensusOver the past week or so, it seemed as if some Republican leaders were hoping that Saturday’s No Kings demonstrations – the marches and rallies hosted by a coalition of liberal groups across the country and worldwide – would turn violent. House speaker Mike Johnson called them “Hate America” rallies, a moniker that was quickly picked up by other Republicans, and described the No Kings protests as a crucible of potential riots, representing “all the pro-Hamas wing and, you know, the antifa people”. “You’re gonna bring together the Marxists, the socialists, the antifa advocates, the anarchists, and the pro-Hamas wing of the far-left Democrat party,” he said. Tom Emmer, a representative for Minnesota, described the rallies as a product of the “terrorist wing” of the Democratic party. And Roger Marshall, a senator from Kansas, fantasized that the protests would require ac...

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1 hour ago Woman cuts own neck with knife multiple times after bar row with boyfriend

WARNING, GRAPHIC CONTENT: A 35-year-old Thai woman, named only as Natty, was seen jamming a pocket knife into her neck over and over again in grim footage captured in a late-night bar

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2 h. ago Shocking moment woman, 82, is attacked and falls unconscious after trying to stop fare

The pensioner was shoved in the back and struck in the chest and ear when she tried to prevent the offender from slipping through the gates at Ganzenhoef metro station.

Events

2 h. ago Brazen vandal blows sarcastic kisses as he's caught on CCTV attacking shop

A vandal has been caught on camera damaging a shop in North Devon before turning to blow a kiss to a woman - and locals have shared their shock at the boldness

Events

2 h. ago Lidl issues 'do not eat' warning over product that may contain metal

Customers are asked to return the product to their nearest store

Events

2 h. ago Welsh MP diagnosed with breast cancer and vows to keep working during treatment

Claire Hughes, 46, says she has spoken about her diagnosis to encourage any woman who finds a lump to get it checked

Economics

3 h. ago Kiwi woman shares five reasons she's leaving 'gloomy' UK after 3 years

Lindsay, who goes by @linzblog on social media, has lived in Australia, Ireland and Canada .

Politics

3 h. ago Don't steal the reaper! Moment thief runs from woman's home carrying grim reaper and 7ft clown

Every October Hannah puts on an incredible Halloween display - this year someone spoiled the fun

Events

3 h. ago Dave Grohl and Jordyn Blum make first red carpet appearance since he fathered secret baby outside marriage

The couple's marriage was rocked after the Foo Fighters front man confirmed he had fathered a baby with another woman.

Politics

3 h. ago Two people arrested by police investigating rape of Sikh woman are bailed

A 49-year-old man and a 65-year-old woman were arrested on Friday on suspicion of two counts of rape.

Events

3 h. ago Woman leaves cat with her mum and is speechless when she returns

Lina Redford left her cat, Sinbad, with her mother while she took an artist's residency. But when she returned, she was left speechless by the changes to her furry companion

Politics

4 h. ago Shopper compares prices at two Tesco shops and difference is baffling

A woman has compared the cost of food at two Tesco stores just a mile apart - and the huge price difference left her questioning whether some locals were being ripped off

Economics

4 h. ago 'Grim' history behind the merkin that concealed horror 15th century health condition

Kim Kardashian's hairy thong broke the internet last week after she launched the SKIMS product. But there's more than what meets the eye when it comes the modern merkin

Events

4 h. ago Women reveal the surprising effects of being bald: ‘It’s a luxury’

One woman said having no hair makes her feel a stronger connection with Earth

Politics

4 h. ago Woman warns ‘don’t ignore symptoms’ after devastating diagnosis

Becky Bowes initially went to the doctor for a rash, which quickly spiralled into a heartbreaking diagnosis that has ‘stripped away’ her life

Events

5 h. ago Woman learns vital lesson after leaving house with washing machine cycle on

The mum warned others of a near disaster after leaving her washing machine on while heading out for a school run. She shared a clip of the problem on her TikTok page

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