Traditional luxury status symbols like superyachts and watches are being mocked, especially by women, as billionaires seek new ways to signal power. Social media drives cultural devaluation.
A fossilized Tyrannosaurus rex nicknamed Gus sold for $50.1m at Sotheby's in New York, becoming the most valuable dinosaur fossil ever auctioned, surpassing the previous record of $44.6m for a stegosaurus.
Outdoors journalist Sian Lewis answers your camping questions on sleeping mats, tents, and more. Post queries below; she responds 15 July at 12:00 BST.
Edinburgh trading standards confiscated 9 tonnes of fake kits worth £5.5m, including England, Scotland, France and Spain shirts, in one of UK's largest counterfeiting operations.
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Rapid scientific progress has given tools to stop time, but behind anti-ageing claims lurks the same fear of ageing, experts say. The $78bn industry promotes 'longevity' as a new form of ageism.
The US government has paid $81bn in refunds after the Supreme Court ruled Trump's 'liberation day' tariffs illegal, affecting thousands of companies.
Readers recall words like 'shrammed', 'scumfished', and 'puggled' for cold, and 'puthered' for heat, in response to extreme weather and other topics.
IBM lost over a quarter of its value on Tuesday after issuing a profit warning, blaming weak second-quarter revenue of $17.2bn and a shift in corporate spending to infrastructure and cybersecurity.
Andrew Lloyd Webber warns Broadway is in 'dire danger' after his revival Cats: The Jellicle Ball closes early despite Tony wins, citing soaring costs and financial unsustainability.
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Nine of the 10 bestselling fiction paperbacks in the UK this week feature a woman being murdered, author Wendy Jones highlights on Instagram, sparking debate on the genre's appeal.
Fifa announces Tom Cruise will make a special appearance at the 2026 World Cup closing ceremony, alongside Robbie Williams, Jennifer Hudson, IShowSpeed, and more, 90 minutes before the final.
A group of major publishers has sued Google, accusing it of illegally using millions of copyrighted books to train its Gemini AI models, calling it 'one of the most prolific infringements of copyrighted materials in history'.
Manchester United sign Youri Tielemans from Aston Villa for about £35m on a five-year deal. The 29-year-old midfielder aims to help the club push for the biggest trophies.
President Trump says Strait of Hormuz open to all but Iran, replaces proposed 20% ship fee with massive trade and investment deals from Gulf states, creating US jobs.
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An 86-year-old British pensioner from Halesowen was gored at the San Fermin festival in Pamplona, becoming one of the oldest victims. He suffered wounds to his hand, eyebrow, and elbow.
Fans are struggling to get refunds after HeritageLive cancelled its 2026 festival series, with SeeTickets and the promoter blaming each other, leaving ticket holders out of pocket.
Lego has announced a £190 SpongeBob SquarePants set for adults, featuring detailed builds of Bikini Bottom landmarks and minifigures, releasing September 1.
EA's Battlefield 6 faces backlash over bot lobbies and boring gameplay. Season 4 adds naval battles and a Top Gun crossover to win back players.
Sacha Baron Cohen's return as Ali G at Wimbledon is a pathetic, outdated attempt to reclaim glory, drawing criticism for punching down and recycling tired humor.
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Richard Gere, 76, and Diana Silvers, 28, were seen filming their age-gap romance 'Asymmetry' in New York, sparking criticism online over the 48-year age difference.
England face Argentina in the World Cup semi-final. Get discounted essentials like a drinks fridge, projector screen, beanbags and slushie maker for the ultimate garden watch party.
Bianca Censori, wife of Kanye West, was seen in a completely sheer black catsuit while heading to a laser hair removal appointment in Los Angeles on July 14, 2026.
England manager Thomas Tuchel is winning hearts with his tough love and commanding presence, as fans declare him the 'fittest' England manager in history.
2026 has seen the loss of stars like Catherine O'Hara, Bonnie Tyler, and Chuck Norris. Our tribute covers 24 celebrities who died this year.
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A Chester soft play, AW Arena, stays open until midnight for World Cup matches, offering a giant screen, alcohol, and free entry for families, praised as 'genius' by parents.
Annapurna Interactive's D-topia is a slow-paced puzzler that asks big questions about AI, but its simplistic morality and frustrating map hold it back. Score: 6/10.
My Chemical Romance's Gerard Way admitted during a concert he hasn't played Baldur's Gate 3, despite being a D&D fan, prompting Larian Studios to offer him a free copy.
Newcastle United insist Bruno Guimaraes and Lewis Hall are not for sale despite Arsenal and Manchester United interest, but are open to offers for Joe Willock, Jacob Murphy, and Nick Pope.
A Ravenair pilot traced 'I'm bored' in the sky over the Dee Estuary during a test flight, captured on Flightradar24. The 20-minute maneuver drew attention but no punishment.
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New EU law transforms air travel from 2027: free hand luggage, no-show ban, families sit together without extra fees, and clearer compensation rules.
