The triple lock has come under scrutiny as the number of pensioners rises making the policy more expensive.
Published on: Tue, 15 Sep 2026 07:01:23 (Source: BBC News)BBC Sport F1 correspondent Andrew Benson answers your latest questions after the Spanish Grand Prix.
Published on: Tue, 15 Sep 2026 06:49:52 (Source: BBC News)'People suddenly begin spotting those extremely large, lengthy-legged spiders scurrying across floors.'
Published on: Tue, 15 Sep 2026 06:45:00 (Source: Daily Star - UK News)The origin of the drone is currently unknown, but authorities say it likely entered Lithuania from neighbouring Belarus, an ally of Russia.
Published on: Tue, 15 Sep 2026 06:29:17 (Source: BBC News)You should, by now, have seen the news that AI industry insiders believe that there’s a much higher than zero chance that their product could kill all humans within ten years. If you haven’t heard that, Alexa is probably hiding it from you. Here’s Newsnight’s Victoria Derbyshire reacting appropriately to that information. “You just said […]
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Published on: Tue, 15 Sep 2026 06:17:39 (Source: The Poke)The former Liverpool and Barcelona midfielder joins Brazilian side Santos from his boyhood club Vasco da Gama.
Published on: Tue, 15 Sep 2026 06:15:29 (Source: BBC News)Enzo Maresca seemingly took on an impossible job in the summer when replacing the legendary Pep Guardiola at Manchester City, but is making it look an easy task in the early stages of his tenure.
Published on: Tue, 15 Sep 2026 06:02:27 (Source: BBC News)Meghan Markle has shared an adorable social media post showcasing the family's first few weeks back in the UK following their return from California
Published on: Tue, 15 Sep 2026 06:00:00 (Source: Daily Star - UK News)Backstage, the winners continued the celebrations off-screen and addressed some of the ceremony's most viral moments.
Published on: Tue, 15 Sep 2026 05:30:35 (Source: BBC News)The 78th Primetime Emmy Awards were hosted by Law & Order star Mariska Hargitay at the Peacock Theatre in Los Angeles.
Published on: Tue, 15 Sep 2026 05:14:24 (Source: BBC News)Kevin Pietersen can be blunt and forthright and there is no better time than now to add that challenge to England's white-ball set-up, says Steven Finn.
Published on: Tue, 15 Sep 2026 05:11:33 (Source: BBC News)The state post service delivers pensions, medicine and letters to people just miles from the front.
Published on: Tue, 15 Sep 2026 05:01:46 (Source: BBC News)Brits juggle multiple thoughts at once – often resulting in 'too many tabs syndrome'. Here are the top signs you might be experiencing it too.
Published on: Tue, 15 Sep 2026 05:00:00 (Source: Daily Star - UK News)Several papers feature actor Sydney Sweeney, who has been criticised by female athletes for posing nude for a sports betting company advert.
Published on: Tue, 15 Sep 2026 04:51:54 (Source: BBC News)The nights are really starting to draw in, the weather has accepted that it’s Autumn, and there’s Christmas stuff in the shops before we’ve even had Halloween. We need something to cheer us up. Luckily, on Threads, they’ve been punning, captioning, and being generally funny, so we’ve collected 25 things that made us laugh. We […]
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Published on: Tue, 15 Sep 2026 04:50:57 (Source: The Poke)He becomes the first person to win two lead acting prizes in one night at the prestigious TV ceremony.
Published on: Tue, 15 Sep 2026 03:50:06 (Source: BBC News)The US president's comments come after Anthropic co-founder Jack Clark told the BBC an AI "kill switch" may need to be mandatory.
Published on: Tue, 15 Sep 2026 03:47:27 (Source: BBC News)Veteran US Senator Mitch McConnell has returned to the Senate to vote for the first time in three months after being hospitalised in June for a fall at home.
Published on: Tue, 15 Sep 2026 03:31:00 (Source: The Latest News from the UK and Around the World | Sky News)Beyoncé, Cher, Elton John and Miley Cyrus have all worn Mackie's glittery ensembles.
Published on: Tue, 15 Sep 2026 02:53:39 (Source: BBC News)The Thirlwall Inquiry has been investigating how concerns about killer nurse Letby were handled - and whether any babies might have lived if action was taken earlier.
Published on: Tue, 15 Sep 2026 01:54:35 (Source: BBC News)The US Air Force Secretary says the weapons are necessary to defend the country against enemy action.
Published on: Tue, 15 Sep 2026 01:52:02 (Source: BBC News)Thousands of turtles arrived at La Escobilla beach in Oaxaca within 48 hours, sanctuary officials said.
Published on: Tue, 15 Sep 2026 01:08:55 (Source: BBC News)Nottingham becomes one of the first cities nationally to take this action, its council leader said.
Published on: Tue, 15 Sep 2026 00:55:05 (Source: BBC News)As temperatures drop through the week and it starts to feel more autumnal, is it now time to put the summer clothes away?
Published on: Tue, 15 Sep 2026 00:24:53 (Source: BBC News)The £72m heading towards Reform UK's coffers is transforming the debate at Westminster about politics and money.
Published on: Mon, 14 Sep 2026 23:51:03 (Source: BBC News)Relocation schemes offer support for people who want to swap big cities for a cheaper, quieter life.
Published on: Mon, 14 Sep 2026 23:08:28 (Source: BBC News)New rules introduced on Tuesday mean establishments will be able to accept digital ID apps alongside physical documents.
Published on: Mon, 14 Sep 2026 23:07:56 (Source: BBC News)An Instagram post from the couple said two nights of their wedding festivities in the Bahamas were partially funded by Umar Kremlev.
Published on: Mon, 14 Sep 2026 22:56:44 (Source: BBC News)Dominic Calvert-Lewin has now scored in Leeds' past five league matches. Is he ready for an England recall?
Published on: Mon, 14 Sep 2026 22:56:28 (Source: BBC News)A cross-party group of MPs is urging the government to stop using real bear pelts to make the hats worn by the King's Guard and use fake alternatives instead.
Published on: Mon, 14 Sep 2026 22:46:00 (Source: The Latest News from the UK and Around the World | Sky News)After every round of Premier League matches this season, Troy Deeney gives us his team of the week. Do you agree with his choices?
Published on: Mon, 14 Sep 2026 22:18:48 (Source: BBC News)The Duke and Duchess of Sussex are going to be given a review of their publicly-funded security after their return to live in the UK.
Published on: Mon, 14 Sep 2026 22:15:33 (Source: BBC News)The "Sultan of Sequins" created iconic and dazzling costumes for stars including Cher, Tina Turner and Elton John.
Published on: Mon, 14 Sep 2026 21:29:12 (Source: BBC News)The US rapper was condemned by Jewish groups after making comments criticising Israel.
Published on: Mon, 14 Sep 2026 21:10:49 (Source: BBC News)US rapper Macklemore has claimed he's been removed as Ed Sheeran's tour opener after saying "Free Palestine" during a gig.
Published on: Mon, 14 Sep 2026 21:10:00 (Source: The Latest News from the UK and Around the World | Sky News)The level of police protection they need and potential dangers they face are to be reviewed.
Published on: Mon, 14 Sep 2026 20:29:52 (Source: BBC News)The film accuses the Israeli army of mass civilian killing in Gaza, and Israeli officials say it could be treasonous.
Published on: Mon, 14 Sep 2026 18:26:20 (Source: BBC News)And which songs have made it onto Trump’s Air Force One playlist?
Published on: Mon, 14 Sep 2026 18:26:00 (Source: BBC News)A husband, who cannot be named to protect his wife's anonymity, pleads guilty to more than 60 offences, including rape and administering a substance with intent.
Published on: Mon, 14 Sep 2026 16:54:26 (Source: BBC News)President Trump dismisses need for AI guardrails, saying “whoever wins AI, wins”
Published on: Mon, 14 Sep 2026 16:01:00 (Source: BBC News)A man has admitted drugging his wife to rape and sexually abuse her over more than two decades.
Published on: Mon, 14 Sep 2026 16:01:00 (Source: The Latest News from the UK and Around the World | Sky News)Welsh star Matthew Rhys has made Emmy history by winning two best lead actor awards at the same ceremony.
Published on: Mon, 14 Sep 2026 15:38:00 (Source: The Latest News from the UK and Around the World | Sky News)Angela Rayner is back in the Cabinet under the country’s new PM Andy Burnham and good job too if this clip is anything to go by. It’s Rayner taking issue with interviewer Rachel Johnson over the cost of supporting people and making sure everyone has a certain standard of living. Specifically, personal independence payments, or […]
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Published on: Mon, 14 Sep 2026 15:04:46 (Source: The Poke)One in five people are now using AI to keep up with current affairs, according to communications watchdog Ofcom.
Published on: Mon, 14 Sep 2026 14:44:00 (Source: The Latest News from the UK and Around the World | Sky News)To the studios of the Today programmes, where presenter Nick Robinson was naturally keen to ask Reform UK chairman Richard Tice about the combined £72m donations to Nigel Farage’s party over the last day or two. The money came from two crypto currency billionaires and Robinson channels the spirt of the glorious Mrs Merton with […]
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Published on: Mon, 14 Sep 2026 14:20:09 (Source: The Poke)IRN-BRU is marking its 125th anniversary by unleashing a gang of balaclava-clad grannies on mobility scooters across four UK cities
Published on: Mon, 14 Sep 2026 14:08:20 (Source: Daily Star - UK News)Pubs and shops can now accept digital ID as proof of age when selling alcohol.
Published on: Mon, 14 Sep 2026 14:00:00 (Source: The Latest News from the UK and Around the World | Sky News)When it comes to serial liars like Donald Trump, the shorter answer, the deeper the truth. If the big orange blowhard starts in on one of his rambling stories, it’s likely that more than 50 percent of what he’s saying never happened. But when he cuts right to the point, it’s usually a revealing look […]
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Published on: Mon, 14 Sep 2026 13:55:07 (Source: The Poke)A member of the UK armed forces has tragically died in a “road traffic incident” in Ukraine over the weekend, the Ministry of Defence has confirmed as they extend "thoughts and our sympathies" with their loved ones
Published on: Mon, 14 Sep 2026 13:54:03 (Source: Daily Star - UK News)Diversity, equity, and inclusion is a real problem for Magas. Probably because racism drives their entire belief system. Stupidity is a close second, however, and that came to light through a moronic statement Donald Trump made during an international trip to Ireland over the weekend. Trump was in Ireland for *checks notes* oh for fuck’s […]
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Published on: Mon, 14 Sep 2026 13:46:22 (Source: The Poke)Most small businesses don’t think they’d survive if they stopped taking cash.
Published on: Mon, 14 Sep 2026 13:32:59 (Source: Daily Star - UK News)King Charles has reportedly helped persuade the African nation of Uganda to reconsider its decision to pull out of his son Prince Harry's Invictus Games following a letter
Published on: Mon, 14 Sep 2026 13:21:31 (Source: Daily Star - UK News)British sprinter Amy Hunt is among an array of female athletes criticising the controversial betting advert starring actress Sydney Sweeney.
Published on: Mon, 14 Sep 2026 13:17:47 (Source: BBC News)We seem to hear and see a lot about how awful other people are nowadays. You only have to open up any of the myriad social media apps to witness somebody have a huge moan about somebody else. So when we hear about people being nice to each other, it’s a real mental and emotional […]
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Published on: Mon, 14 Sep 2026 13:05:19 (Source: The Poke)One in four homeowners aren't confident they could recognise the warning signs of a gas safety issue at home - putting themselves and others at risk
Published on: Mon, 14 Sep 2026 13:00:50 (Source: Daily Star - UK News)Prime Minister Andy Burnham has cancelled engagements today and tomorrow following the death of his father Roy, who was suffering from Alzheimer’s, Downing Street said.
Published on: Mon, 14 Sep 2026 12:32:10 (Source: Daily Star - UK News)Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have left their 19-bathroom Montecito mansion empty after their sudden return to the UK, leaving experts speculating over what happens next
Published on: Mon, 14 Sep 2026 11:15:39 (Source: Daily Star - UK News)We cross now to BBC Radio 4, where Richard Tice got his arse handed to him on a plate by Today presenter Nick Robinson, as he tried to bat away questions about Reform UK’s two crypto billionaire donors. We suspect this made Tice regret putting his head above the parapet on the media rounds. Let’s […]
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Published on: Mon, 14 Sep 2026 10:54:32 (Source: The Poke)Jack Shepherd, who was previously jailed for manslaughter over the death of Charlotte Brown in a speedboat incident, has been sentenced to 20 months in prison for assaulting his girlfriend
Published on: Mon, 14 Sep 2026 10:33:51 (Source: Daily Star - UK News)Sophie Potter, 19, from Huyton, was last seen at the Reminisce Festival in St Helens on Saturday, September 12 – family appeal for information.
Published on: Mon, 14 Sep 2026 10:21:12 (Source: Daily Star - UK News)A minor earthquake struck near the town of Sedbergh in the Yorkshire Dales at around 4am on Sunday, with the tremor sending vibrations and "loud rumbles" through nearby homes and startling residents from their sleep
Published on: Mon, 14 Sep 2026 10:00:09 (Source: Daily Star - UK News)The United States ‘special envoy for peace’ Jared Kushner – AKA Donald Trump’s son-in-law – has been having his say about Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. Here he is appearing to suggest that it’s up to Ukraine to make the next after Putin ‘laid out his line of what he wants to achive’. And it’s quite […]
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Published on: Mon, 14 Sep 2026 09:45:03 (Source: The Poke)If you weren’t impressed after Elon Musk bought a convicted felon the presidency of the USA, hold onto your hats. A couple of crypto billionaires have donated more than £70 million between them to the only party that’s promising to slash regulations around crypto like they’re freeing the Gordian Knot, rather than – you know […]
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Published on: Mon, 14 Sep 2026 09:28:54 (Source: The Poke)James Hindson, 69, who worked at Moreton Hall School near Oswestry, has been banned from teaching by a TRA misconduct panel after he accidently shared his sordid search history on YouTube
Published on: Mon, 14 Sep 2026 09:10:00 (Source: Daily Star - UK News)Donald Trump took time out from rolling around his Ireland golf course to give an update on his thoughts, such as they are, on Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. Trump of course said he’d bring an end to the conflict within 24 hours of returning to the White House except it’s not getting on for the […]
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Published on: Mon, 14 Sep 2026 09:08:50 (Source: The Poke)Time for one of our occasional visits to the studios of Fox News, specifically the bit hosted by Jesse Watters and his fellow panellists on The Five. More often than not these visits end with Jessica Tarlov making someone look stupid, and we’re glad to say this one was no exception. Over to you, Jesse […]
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Published on: Mon, 14 Sep 2026 08:44:10 (Source: The Poke)House of the Dragon doesn’t appear to have seized upon the national consciousness quite in the same way as the show which spawned it, Game of Thrones. Still it passes the time enjoyably enough, but surely not as well as this behind the scenes chat between a bunch of its stars which has just gone […]
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Published on: Mon, 14 Sep 2026 08:26:49 (Source: The Poke)Donald Trump’s been on a two-day visit to Ireland, partly to meet the Irish political high-ups but mostly to attend the Irish Open which just happened to be taking place on one of his golf courses. Not everyone was pleased to see the American president, obviously, not least the people who took the time to […]
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Published on: Mon, 14 Sep 2026 08:12:31 (Source: The Poke)There is a certain power in the hands of the camera team and the editors that allows them to bring moments of magic to the viewing public. Like this subtle humiliation of Donald Trump. Cameraman zooms out to reveal hundreds of empty seats after Trump claims “you don’t have any seats that are empty” pic.twitter.com/3XRARWD3uD […]
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Published on: Mon, 14 Sep 2026 08:10:53 (Source: The Poke)Nigel Farage and Reform UK have been boasting about securing an eye-watering £36 million donation from crypto-billionaire Ben Delo, followed by an identical pledge from Thailand-based crypto billionaire Christopher Harborne, to fuel their next campaign. Delo claims he simply wants to ensure a ‘fair fight’ and break up the political ‘cartel’ maintained by the traditional […]
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Published on: Mon, 14 Sep 2026 07:15:29 (Source: The Poke)A Turkish Airlines flight travelling from Istanbul to Tunis was diverted to an alternative airport after it was battered by severe turbulence during a violent storm, with passengers screaming in terror
Published on: Mon, 14 Sep 2026 06:48:20 (Source: Daily Star - UK News)If Spitting Image hadn’t got there first, we’d be begging someone to make a documentary about Trump and call it ‘The President’s Brain is Missing’, because he can claim it’s called ‘the weave’ until his face goes from orange to blue, but we all know it’s really just word salad. During his recent visit to […]
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Published on: Mon, 14 Sep 2026 06:14:53 (Source: The Poke)By now, you’ll be aware that Reform UK has gone further into their Magafication of British politics by receiving pledges for two £36 million donations from crypto billionaires within 48 hours. Astounding story. Reform receives a *second* £36m donation from a crypto billionaire in 48 hours. Christopher Harborne- the £5m benefactor- has matched Ben Delo's […]
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Published on: Mon, 14 Sep 2026 04:57:49 (Source: The Poke)Passengers in part of the train were woken by conductors and temporarily evacuated as drones were detected near the railway line, according to German newspaper Der Spiegel
Published on: Sun, 13 Sep 2026 14:04:08 (Source: Daily Star - UK News)It’s a Sunday morning. You might be relaxing over a cuppa, with some extra time to catch up on your reading. So, here for you consideration is this piece from ‘The Spectator’ by writer Sean Thomas. Entitled ‘Lust Can’t Be Lectured’, the subject is the actress Sadie Sink, now aged 24, who first shot to […]
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Published on: Sun, 13 Sep 2026 10:03:26 (Source: The Poke)The ex-wife of 'Britian's most notorious inmate' Charles Bronson has been barred from seeing him inside the 'monster mansion' after she was dubbed a 'security risk'
Published on: Sun, 13 Sep 2026 09:47:01 (Source: Daily Star - UK News)Almost a week on from his involvement in a balaclava-d protest in Dover, far right activist Danny Thomas is apparently taking his campaign to the streets of Portsmouth – to harass strangers for not openly supporting his cause. A self-filmed video went viral this weekend of Thomas approaching a man, who, according to Thomas, had […]
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Published on: Sun, 13 Sep 2026 09:14:14 (Source: The Poke)Weather maps are showing a late-summer heat surge could push temperatures to 30C across parts of England, with 20 counties forecast to hit 28C or more this September
Published on: Sun, 13 Sep 2026 08:54:59 (Source: Daily Star - UK News)Lisa Hogan, Jeremy’s partner of nine years, says Jezza was planning to keep his illness private – until he realised how much he could do to help other cancer sufferers
Published on: Sat, 12 Sep 2026 19:00:00 (Source: Daily Star - UK News)King Charles has reportedly issued a formal 'guidance' letter re-establishing that Prince Harry and Meghan Markle remain 'private citizens' and non-working royals following their move to the UK
Published on: Sat, 12 Sep 2026 10:53:32 (Source: Daily Star - UK News)Donald Trump has continued to have strong words about the UK's policies on energy as he told reporters during his Ireland visit about how he would "love to see" unified Ireland
Published on: Sat, 12 Sep 2026 10:26:07 (Source: Daily Star - UK News)Kayleigh Smart, who the court heard suffers from schizophrenia, killed Liam Collier inside his own flat in Haydock in May last year after the pair reportedly shared 'flirty' messages
Published on: Sat, 12 Sep 2026 10:01:03 (Source: Daily Star - UK News)King Charles has made Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's position within in the royal family clear in a letter following their return to the UK
Published on: Sat, 12 Sep 2026 08:00:00 (Source: Daily Star - UK News)Meghan Markle is reportedly jetting off to California in 5 weeks time after the family packed their bags and landed in the UK last month, which sparked more royal drama
Published on: Sat, 12 Sep 2026 07:02:47 (Source: Daily Star - UK News)Manchester Museum bosses said they decided to place the remains of Asru in storage because they believe it is what she would have wanted
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