Politics
My in-laws demand we pay £3,000 more a year for a Sharia mortgage
A Birmingham couple face a £2,832 annual premium for a Sharia-compliant mortgage versus conventional, as in-laws threaten to boycott their home over religious concerns.
Culture
6 Best New London Restaurants Opening in July 2026
From Hon's BBQ and Johnny Boy's diner to Frida Kahlo-inspired meals at Tate Modern, these are the most exciting new London restaurants opening in July 2026.
Sports
Paul Scholes tells Tuchel to drop Declan Rice from England World Cup team
Paul Scholes has urged Thomas Tuchel to drop Arsenal midfielder Declan Rice from England's World Cup team, suggesting Elliot Anderson should start instead for the last-32 clash against DR Congo.
Business
Discover Samos: Greek Island with New UK Flights and Unspoiled Charm
Samos, a lesser-known Greek island in the Aegean, now offers direct UK flights. With pristine beaches, historic sites, and quiet villages, it's an ideal getaway before crowds arrive.
Environment
Transport
Blind 20-Year-Old Lands Wimbledon Job Through Inclusive Scheme
Michael Hoskins, 20, who lost his sight due to brain tumours, works at Wimbledon's information points helping visitors find strawberries and cream, thanks to the 'Work at Wimbledon' scheme.
London Tube Closures July: Hammersmith & City Line Shut
July sees minimal Tube disruption with only four lines affected. The Hammersmith & City line is fully closed the first weekend, impacting Hyde Park concerts. District, Piccadilly, Metropolitan, Overground, DLR, and Elizabeth line also have partial closure
Southfields traders prepare for Wimbledon rush
Southfields businesses brace for a 'manic' fortnight as Wimbledon brings tens of thousands of visitors daily, with shops decorating in green and purple and ordering extra stock.
Ealing Broadway crash: Police seal off shopping area after vehicle hits pedestrians
Police have sealed off The Broadway in Ealing after a vehicle struck pedestrians outside Marks and Spencer at around 3.15pm, leaving at least two people injured.
AI drone rescues lost hikers in five hours
Fire and Rescue NSW used an AI-powered drone with thermal imaging to locate two hikers lost in Kosciuszko national park within five hours, a first-of-its-kind rescue mission.
British History Quiz: From 1066 to the Modern Age
Journey through British history with questions on kings and queens, battles, the Tudors, Magna Carta and the World Wars. From the Norman Conquest onward, test your knowledge across the centuries. How much do you remember?
