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Highlights Jeremy Vine will no longer host the 2026 Carers UK Awards Campaigners criticised his appointment over his coverage of disability and welfare issues Carers UK said it wanted the ceremony to remain focused on celebrating carers Jeremy Vine has been dropped as host of the 2026 Carers UK Awards following a furious backlash over his appointment. The Channel 5 presenter had been announced as host of the ceremony earlier this week, with the event set to celebrate the contribution of unpaid c

Plug-in solar kits will become legal in Britain on August 27. UKSOL's first kits will start at 849 including VAT and delivery. The panels could appeal to renters, flat-dwellers and households with unsuitable roofs. Going solar in Britain may soon no longer mean putting panels on your roof. From August 27, plug-in solar kits will become legal in Britain, giving households another way to generate some of their own electricity without committing to a full rooftop installation. UKSOL says it is the

Highlights David Harbour has sparked a major Avengers: Doomsday theory with one unexpected line The actor appeared to reveal a line from the film involving Tony Stark Fans are now questioning whether Robert Downey Jrs Doctor Doom connection to Stark is more complicated than Marvel has revealed Marvel fans thought they had a fairly clear idea of Robert Downey Jrs return to the MCU. Then David Harbour seemingly threw the entire theory into chaos with four words. Harbour, who reprises his role as R

Highlights Arjun Rampal and Gabriella Demetriades registered their marriage in Mapusa, Goa Goa's civil registration process normally includes a 15-day waiting period The couple obtained special permission to waive the waiting period Arjun Rampal and Gabriella Demetriades may have kept their wedding private, but the legal process behind their Goa marriage has revealed a little-known provision in the state's marriage registration system. The Dhurandhar actor and his longtime partner registered the

TikTok and ByteDance will pay $400 million to settle the US case. The lawsuit alleged that data from millions of children under 13 was collected without parental consent. The settlement is one of the largest ever reached under the US childrens privacy law. TikTok has agreed to pay $400 million (293 million) to the US government to settle a case over how it handled the personal data of children. The lawsuit, brought by the US Department of Justice in 2024, alleged that TikTok and its parent compa

First-class next-day deliveries rose to 85 per cent, but remain below Ofcom's 90 per cent target. Second-class deliveries reached 91.4 per cent within three working days, against a 95 per cent target. Royal Mail is investing 500 million over five years to improve its service. Royal Mail is delivering more letters on time than it was a year ago, but it still cannot meet the standards set by the postal regulator. The company delivered 85 per cent of first-class mail the next working day between Ap

IT IS hard to imagine what life must have been like when India was under British rule. It certainly would not have been able to make the remarkable progress it has since the country became independent on August 15, 1947. Narendra Modi marked Indias 80th Independence Day by addressing the nation from the ramparts of the Red Fort in Delhi. He has been prime minister since 2014. In that period, it is ridiculous that Britain has been through seven prime ministers: David Cameron (2010-2016); Theresa

AT LEAST 30 children, most of them British, are feared to have been conceived through IVF in northern Cyprus using sperm or egg donors different from those selected by their parents. The parents say they carefully chose anonymous donors based on medical history, appearance, personality, education and hobbies, but later became concerned that the requested donors had not been used, reported BBC. One mother, Rachel, recently learned that the Danish sperm donor she selected for her treatment at Dogu

5.3 million non-ISA savings accounts could now generate enough interest to trigger tax. That is more than 11 times the number recorded in January 2018. Higher-rate taxpayers can earn only 500 in savings interest before tax applies. Britons earning more than 50,000 could face an unexpected tax bill on relatively modest savings, as higher interest rates collide with a Personal Savings Allowance that has remained unchanged for years. Fresh analysis from Yorkshire Building Society suggests 5.3 milli

Highlights A-level results day 2026 is Thursday 13 August. Results are released from 8am, with the UCAS Hub updating at the same time and Clearing choices opening from 1pm. Medicine applications hit 25,770 this cycle, up 10.4% on last year, for roughly 8,000-9,000 places meaning most applicants, regardless of grades, won't get in. Dentistry has drawn a disproportionately high share of Asian applicants for over a decade, at roughly double the rate of Medicine and four times the rate of higher ed

THE GOVERNMENT will do what it can to help lower costs for businesses despite a difficult financial outlook, prime minister Andy Burnham said on Wednesday. Speaking to BBC Radio's 'Wake Up to Money' programme, Burnham said his government's budget, due on October 28, would look at business rates a tax levied on shops, offices and other commercial premises more broadly. He also said he was looking at remodelling Britain's rail fares system to benefit the public. He repeated his long-term goal of

Highlights Nitin Ganatra is among the celebrities competing in the second week of Celebrity MasterChef 2026 . The actor said he is taking part in honour of his mother, whom he described as the best cook in the world. Ganatra recently won Best Actor at this years ACTAs for his role in Apnas . Nitin Ganatra is taking his family connection to food into the Celebrity MasterChef kitchen, with the actor dedicating his appearance on the BBC show to his late mother. Ganatra is one of five celebrities co

Highlights The Pixel 11 Pro Fold starts at around 1,450, while the Galaxy Z Fold 8 costs around 1,451. Google has kept a dedicated 5x telephoto camera, while Samsung has removed it from the standard Fold 8. Both foldables now promise seven years of software updates. Google and Samsung have arrived at almost exactly the same price with their latest flagship foldables, with only around 1 separating the Pixel 11 Pro Fold and Galaxy Z Fold 8. The striking difference is what the two companies have do

Buyer interest in English cottages has fallen 32 per cent since the first half of 2023. Cottage values are falling even as average UK house prices have risen 1.3 per cent. North Devon has seen the sharpest fall, with cottage values down 6.1 per cent. The UK cottage market is losing some of the appeal that made countryside homes so sought-after during the pandemic, with buyer interest down 32 per cent since the first half of 2023 , according to new analysis from Zoopla. The change is beginning to

NIGEL FARAGE will fight to retain his parliamentary seat on Thursday, going head-to-head with parody candidate Count Binface in a snap poll. The by-election was called after Farage, leader of the anti-immigration Reform UK party, resigned last month as MP for Clacton-on-Sea. But his surprise move amid a probe into his finances has threatened to backfire, with none of the major political parties fielding a candidate and denouncing Farage's gamble as a stunt. Count Binface, a self-described interg

PRIME MINISTER Andy Burnham will chair a meeting of the government's emergency response committee on Wednesday to discuss measures to tackle extreme heat, wildfires and drought, his office said, as Britain faces its fifth heatwave of the year. Temperatures are expected to reach around 37 degrees Celsius (98.6 degrees Fahrenheit) from Thursday across southern and eastern England and parts of the Midlands, the country's Met Office warned on Tuesday. Fire chiefs said they have responded to 966 wild

Suspected rental fraud could expose the UK's private rented sector to 4.1 billion in annual losses. Fake employment references rose 226.6 per cent in 2025. London and high-value rental properties recorded some of the highest fraud rates. Fraudulent tenancy applications could expose the UK's private rented sector to 4.1 billion in direct financial losses each year, according to an analysis of more than one million tenant references by Goodlord. The referencing platform found 41 suspected fraudule

Highlights Matt Wood has emerged in fan discussions about who could play Wolverine in the MCUs next X-Men era. His height of around 5ft 7in is closer to the comic-book version of Logan than Hugh Jackmans. Marvel Studios has not confirmed Wood for the role or indicated that he is in talks to play Wolverine. As Marvel Studios moves towards its next major chapter, fans are already speculating about who could take over as Wolverine after Hugh Jackman. One unexpected name has entered those conversati

About 3,400 tonnes of unused medicines were disposed of in England in 2024-25. The waste is estimated to cost the NHS at least 480 million a year. Pharmacists want more reviews for patients taking multiple medicines and less over-ordering of repeat prescriptions. England is throwing away enough unused medicines to fill around 75 swimming pools every year, according to the National Pharmacy Association (NPA), which estimates the waste costs the NHS at least 480 million annually. The pharmacy body

Highlights Jed Wallace wants Blake Lively to sit for another deposition over her request for nearly 800,000 in legal fees. Wallaces defamation case against Lively was dismissed because the Texas court lacked personal jurisdiction over her. Lively is also involved in a separate legal-fee dispute with Justin Baldoni and Wayfarer Studios in New York. Blake Lively is facing another legal challenge after Jed Wallace asked a Texas judge to compel the actress to sit for another deposition before a deci

A 450,000 new-build in southern England could contain about 55,000 in policy-related costs, according to analysis. Housebuilders say the cost of delivering a new home has risen by 76,000 since 2020. The debate is growing over whether buyers should be shown more clearly what they are paying for. Buying a new-build home comes with one bill most buyers can see and several others they cannot. Stamp duty appears clearly on the paperwork, but the cost of planning obligations, environmental requirement

INDIA's move to make E20 petrol the national fuel standard is facing opposition, with protesters asking the government to reconsider the policy over concerns about its impact on vehicles. Opposition leader Arvind Kejriwal on Tuesday marched towards prime minister Narendra Modi's residence with petitions signed by more than 200,000 people, but police stopped the march before it reached its destination. E20 is petrol blended with 20 per cent ethanol, produced mainly from sugarcane. India has expan

Highlights Simone Ashley plays the lead role of Mia in the psychological thriller This Tempting Madness . The film follows a woman trying to uncover the truth after waking from a coma with memory loss. It marks another major departure for Ashley after Bridgerton and The Devil Wears Prada 2 . Simone Ashley is taking on one of the darkest roles of her career with This Tempting Madness , a psychological thriller set to make its UK debut this August. Best known for playing Kate Sharma in Netflix's B

Highlights Perez Hilton was taken to hospital after emergency services responded to reports of a mental health crisis. Authorities said deputies prioritised de-escalation before he was transported for medical care. Hilton's representatives said their focus is on his wellbeing and asked for privacy. Celebrity blogger Perez Hilton has been taken to hospital after emergency services responded to reports of a mental health crisis at his home in Miami. Authorities were called on Tuesday after members

Apple is reportedly testing 6.4-inch and 7-inch displays for the iPhone 20 Pro models. The anniversary iPhone is rumoured to feature a quad-curved design with slimmer bezels and under-display Face ID. Apple has not confirmed any of the reported specifications. Apple could be preparing its most significant iPhone redesign in a decade, with early leaks suggesting the company's 20th anniversary iPhone may arrive with larger displays, a new edge-to-edge design and several hardware upgrades. Accordin

Highlights Hollywood's four biggest releases of 2026 have earned more than 58 million at the Indian box office. Spider-Man: Brand New Day and The Odyssey led the surge, with premium formats such as IMAX driving ticket sales. Industry experts say audiences are choosing films that offer a theatrical experience rather than favouring Hollywood over Indian cinema. Hollywood is enjoying one of its strongest years at the Indian box office, with four of its biggest releases collectively earning more tha

UK new car registrations rose 11.7 per cent in July 2026, marking the eighth consecutive month of growth. Battery electric vehicle registrations jumped 44.5 per cent year on year. Industry leaders warn the growth is being fuelled by costly discounts that may not be sustainable. The UK new car market recorded its strongest July in six years, with electric vehicles leading the recovery as buyers took advantage of a wider choice of models, government incentives and manufacturer discounts. According

FROM talking about pub snacks to joking about his own appearance, Britain's new prime minister Andy Burnham is using social media to connect with voters on the same platforms where populist parties such as Reform UK have built large audiences. Burnham's ability to communicate with voters was one of the main reasons why the Labour Party replaced former prime minister Keir Starmer with the Greater Manchester mayor. Just two weeks after taking office, Burnham's posts on TikTok, X and Instagram have

Highlights Suriya says Jyotika is a better actor because of her ability to access emotions instantly. He recalled a lockdown mock shoot where her one-take performance caught him off guard. The actor also praised her ability to deliver emotional scenes in languages beyond her mother tongue. Suriya has opened up about why he considers wife Jyotika the better actor, recalling a mock screen test they filmed at home during the Covid-19 lockdown that left him in awe of her performance. In a joint inte

Palantir paid 2.1 million in UK corporation tax in 2024, despite generating 247 million in UK revenue. The AI company now holds an estimated 670 million in UK government contracts. Researchers say international tax arrangements reduce Palantir's tax bill, while the company says it follows all applicable tax laws. The amount of UK corporation tax paid by Palantir has come under fresh scrutiny after a report claimed the US software company paid just 2.1 million in Britain during 2024, despite the

Highlights Ed Sheeran was fined 666 after his classic Aston Martin was left uninsured during restoration. The singer said he believed the garage's insurance covered the vehicle while it was being converted into an electric car. Sheeran told the court the lapse was the result of an administrative misunderstanding, as the car had not been driven since 2021. Ed Sheeran has been fined after his classic Aston Martin was found to be uninsured while undergoing restoration, with the singer telling magis

Britain's cereal and oilseed harvest could fall to 19.5 million tonnes, the lowest since records began in 1984. Farmers are expected to lose up to 390 million as drought and heat reduce crop yields. Industry leaders warn shoppers could see shrinkflation, higher prices and more imported produce. Britain's cereal harvest is on course to become the worst since comparable records began in 1984, raising concerns that shoppers could soon face smaller fresh produce, higher food prices and greater relia

Highlights Kareena Kapoor Khan has reportedly been approached for the female lead in Sanjay Leela Bhansali's next production starring Dhanush. If she signs the project, it will mark her first collaboration with Bhansali after their long-standing fallout over Devdas . The mythological jungle adventure is expected to begin filming in January 2027. More than two decades after a missed opportunity on Devdas sparked one of Bollywood's most talked-about professional fallouts, Sanjay Leela Bhansali and

The International Siddhashram Shakti Centre UK is set to host one of the most significant spiritual gatherings ever organised in the United Kingdom as more than 25 revered saints from India come together for Sant Sansad Assembly of Indian Saints, a landmark celebration of Sanatan Dharma, community unity and cultural heritage. The celebrations will take place from 7 to 15 August 2026, marking the Silver Jubilee (25th Anniversary) of the International Siddhashram Shakti Centre UK. Under the guida

MANY people from other countries have been caring for my dad. I want those carers to know we appreciate you and we appreciate what you are doing to support people here. Andy Burnham chose fixing social care for his first major policy speech as prime minister. He also offered the most positive and personal expression of gratitude for migrants contribution since Boris Johnson name-checked the nurses from around the world who provided him with life-saving care during the pandemic. It really matter

FLOODS and landslides caused by monsoon rains have killed more than 100 people across India since July, according to official data released on Wednesday. Thousands of people have also been forced to leave their homes as floodwaters inundated several areas. The annual monsoon provides rainfall that farmers rely on, but scientists say climate change is making the weather pattern more erratic, unpredictable and deadly across South Asia. India's northeastern state of Assam has recorded the highest n

Highlights Ajith Kumar's 64th film has been titled Daredevil . His real-life motorsport journey will also be documented in Gladiators: In Pursuit of Challenges . Both projects will be produced by Shalini, with Daredevil marking the launch of Bravehearts Production. Ajith Kumar has announced two major projects that reflect both his on-screen comeback and his passion for motorsport. While his long-awaited 64th film has been officially titled Daredevil , the actor's real-life racing journey will al

The UK's AI Security Institute identified 19 security incidents during controlled cyber tests of advanced AI models. Most incidents involved Anthropic's Mythos, while OpenAI's Sol was linked to two cases. Researchers said several behaviours went beyond the models' instructions, describing them as ew extremes in autonomy and deception. Advanced AI models from Anthropic and OpenAI displayed behaviours ranging from creating fake online identities to attempting to erase evidence during a UK governm

The countdown has begun for one of the UK's most anticipated youth wellbeing events as Global Youth Festival (GYF) London Edition 2026 prepares to transform Harrow Leisure Centre into a vibrant hub of inspiration, creativity and self-discovery on Sunday (9). Proudly supported by Asian Media Group (AMG)publishers of Eastern Eye and Garavi Gujaratas the Official Media Partner, the festival promises an unforgettable experience for young people, families and professionals alike. Presented by SRMD U

Tazim Essani, who is a member of the council of the Royal Horticultural Society, is very proud of her 45ft square London garden. She said: I had the great good fortune two years ago to have it redesigned by Ruth Wilmott, who is a fellow council member at the RHS, but also a gold medal-winning Chelsea designer. Shes given me the most beautiful design. She added: It was a classic garden with a lawn in the middle and borders round the edges. Ruth got us to lift the lawn, put in three beds and plant

THE TREASURY is drawing up plans to increase government borrowing to fund infrastructure, housing and business investment ahead of the October budget. The proposals could provide more than 9 billion a year for investment by 2031 by using changes to the fiscal rules introduced by former chancellor Rachel Reeves. The changes allow spending on infrastructure or equity investments in companies to be counted as assets against borrowing, giving ministers more room to invest while remaining within the

A discarded four-tonne SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket stage is believed to have crashed into the Moon. Scientists say the impact poses no risk to Earth but could leave a crater around 18 metres wide. The accidental collision may help researchers better understand lunar impacts and space debris. A discarded SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket stage is believed to have crashed into the Moon after spending more than a year drifting through space, raising questions about how the impact happened and why scientists are pa

Highlights Chris Carter's R-rated director's cut of The X-Files: I Want to Believe premieres on Hulu and Disney+ on August 14. The 2008 film was cut to secure a PG-13 rating after studio concerns over its darker tone. The new release restores Carter's intended horror elements as Disney and Hulu prepare a new The X-Files reboot. Chris Carter is finally revealing the version of The X-Files: I Want to Believe that audiences never got to see. Eighteen years after the 2008 film's theatrical release,

Highlights: Survey reports rise in racism against NHS staff over the last 18 months. Non-white healthcare workers say they faced abuse from patients. Some patients refused treatment from non-white medics. SoR calls on NHS trusts to improve reporting and action on racist incidents. A SURVEY by the Society of Radiographers (SoR) has found that non-white staff working in the UK's National Health Service (NHS) have faced an increase in racist abuse at work over the last 18 months, with some also rep

Highlights ZEE5 Global and Collective Studios' Historyverse have announced six AI-assisted original productions. The slate is inspired by Hindu mythology, Indian history and folklore. The titles will launch globally in seven Indian languages, marking what the companies describe as a first-of-its-kind collaboration. Artificial intelligence is taking centre stage in Indian entertainment with what is being billed as one of the industry's most ambitious AI-led storytelling projects. ZEE5 Global has

Olix has raised 231 million ($312 million) in a Series B funding round. The investment values the UK AI chip startup at 2.45 billion ($3.3 billion), more than triple its valuation six months ago. The company plans to deliver its first AI chip to customers in the second half of 2027. London-based AI chip startup Olix has raised 231 million ($312 million) in a Series B funding round, pushing its valuation to 2.45 billion ($3.3 billion) as the company looks to challenge established players in the f

FRENCH and British rescue teams saved 157 migrants after their boat caught fire while attempting to cross the English Channel on Tuesday, authorities from both countries said. The rescue operation is one of the largest reported since records began in 2018. A small boat caught fire on the boundary between French and British waters on Tuesday morning, forcing those on board to jump into the water, the prefect's office in France's Pas-de-Calais region said. It added that no casualties had been repo

Highlights Rimple and Harpreet Narula have responded to criticism over Sai Pallavi's Sita and Lara Dutta's Kaikeyi in Ramayana The designers say the costumes are artistic interpretations rather than attempts at historical reconstruction They have urged audiences to judge the costumes after watching the completed film The costume debate surrounding Nitesh Tiwari's Ramayana has continued after the film's first trailer, with designers Rimple and Harpreet Narula responding to criticism over the look

NIGEL FARAGE has said he is open to talks with Rupert Lowe over a possible pact between Reform UK and Restore Britain, despite fresh disagreements between the two leaders as Reform faces pressure on several fronts. Lowe, a former Reform MP who left the party in March 2025 and later founded Restore Britain, offered to discuss cooperation between the two parties. He left Reform after claims of bullying and threatening behaviour. The Crown Prosecution Service later said he would face no criminal ch

FIVE people have been convicted following a North Wales Police investigation into the sexual exploitation and abuse of three teenage girls in Rhyl and the surrounding area. A jury at Caernarfon Crown Court found the five defendants guilty of more than 40 offences after a three-month trial. The offences related to the exploitation of three girls aged between 14 and 16 between April 2022 and March 2024. The court heard evidence of rape, sexual assault, child sexual exploitation, modern day slavery