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The men making millions from 'Broken Britain': 'Migrant hotel king' enters Rich List with �750m fortune after cashing in on asylum seeker crisis - as 'UK's richest gypsy' Alfie Best nears his first billion from caravan parks empire

Graham King, a former caravan park and disco tycoon, is believed to be making �3.5million a day – all from the taxpayer - for accommodating and transporting arrivals due to the UK's migrant crisis. He has amassed a personal fortune of �750million from housing asylum seekers and his holiday parks - making him the 221st richest person in the UK, according to the Sunday Times' annual rich list. Alfie Best - Britain's richest gypsy - has a fortune of �947million, according to the Sunday Times - just weeks after he emigrated to tax haven Monaco and told MailOnline: 'It is no longer Great Britain but Broken Britain'. Some have joked it could be called 'The Rishi List' - after the PM and his wife Akshata Murty's fortune surged by more than �120 million over the past year. King Charles has also seen his fortune rise by �10million to �610million - but the overall number of billionaires in the UK appears to have peaked and now dropped. The Hindujas have again topped Britain's rich list - and are worth �2billion more than a year ago with an extraordinary net worth of �37.2billion in 2024. But a number of the UK's highest profile billionaires including Sir Jim Ratcliffe, Sir James Dyson and Sir Richard Branson all saw their fortunes shrink.

Your garden waste is anti-social! Retired teacher, 66, is slapped with police warning after her neighbour's drive was littered with leaves... from trees in a park

Lorraine Perro, 66, was visited by officers from Nottinghamshire Police who said her garden waste constituted antisocial behaviour and handed her a Community Protection Warning. Ms Perro was left so intimidated by the warning she erected netting on her property to catch any fallen leaves and bark. She claimed the source of the waste is fallen leaves from trees on nearby parkland that she doesn't own. Ms Perro accused Nottinghamshire Police of overstepping their powers, adding it had infringed on her liberties.�She said: 'I have no convictions and this has caused me major distress. 'We have a park area where the trees blow on to my drive and my neighbours' drives. But I'm told by the police that I am responsible. 'I asked why the police didn't give warnings to the squirrels and birds as well – the wind blows the leaves around. 'I have had to put a net up to prevent leaves being blown about. I feel terribly intimidated by this.'

Pictured: 'Gorgeous' one-year-old girl who died after being hit by Land Rover in church car park as family say they are 'absolutely devastated'

The girl, who has been named as Ivy Mae Ross, died after the incident in a car park on Eigie Road in Balmedie, Aberdeenshire, at about 7.45pm on Wednesday.

JAN MOIR: Damian Hurley's new film is not terrible, it's not awful, it's not bad - it's worse than all of that

Hugh Grant and David Furnish were among those at the premiere of Damian Hurley's debut film. What did they think as the full horror of Strictly Confidential unfurled before them?

Britain's car theft hotspots revealed: Do YOU live in an area where your car's more likely to get nicked?

A new study has revealed the regions of the UK where car theft is rife. HPI compiled a list of the most stolen cars per county, but where did your region rank?

'Local legend' retired newsagent, 74, who came to Britain from Ghana in 1977 on a student visa before building a life, paying his taxes and winning police bravery award for chasing down a robber now faces deportation

Nelson Shardey, 74, (pictured) assumed he was officially seen as British until 2019 when he tried to apply for a British passport.

Revealed: Hero police officer sacked for sending vile texts about Harvey Price and Jimmy Savile had public Twitter account ridiculing Muslim women and gay people before he joined the force

The public account was active from 2012 until 2016, but Mark Coteman was not hired by Cambridgeshire Constabulary until 2019.

Disabled passenger illegally refused Uber ride with her assistance dog says she's 'tired' of 'begging' for her rights

A disabled passenger who was illegally refused an Uber ride with her assistance dog has said she is 'tired' or being discriminated against. Humira Mohamed, pictured with her registered support dog Peanut, left, said she is forced to 'beg' for her rights on a daily basis, with supermarket staff, taxi drivers and restaurant workers unaware that equality laws mean she cannot be turned away because of her dog. The 26-year-old writer this week won a court case brought by Transport for London (TfL) after magistrates ruled Uber driver Jitu Miah (centre) was wrong not to let Miss Mohamed and Peanut get into the back of his vehicle in the early hours of January 22 last year. He was fined �311 and ordered to pay court costs after being found guilty of refusing to carry out a booking for a disabled person accompanied by an assistance dog, contrary to the Equality Act 2010.

Has Ozempic killed the plus-size model? She spent years at Vogue battling designers who sent alarmingly thin models down the catwalk. Now, ALEXANDRA SHULMAN laments that skinny is back - and the weight-loss jab may well be to blame...

Former Vogue editor ALEXANDRA SHULMAN looks at why fewer plus-sized girls have been featured on catwalks this season - and the impact of weightloss drug Ozempic on the industry.

Our ludicrous eco-laws mean we're now importing thousands of cheap electric cars from China - which are as polluting as it's possible to be, writes ROSS CLARK

I'm not generally given to conspiracy theories, but I do sometimes wonder whether Chinese president Xi Jinping had a hand in Britain's commitment to reach net zero carbon emissions by 2050.

Van driver racks up �47,000 of clean air zone fines without realising after they were all sent to his old address

Businessman Dale D'Agostino, 42, says he was issued 317 penalty notices for driving his 12-year-old Volkswagen Caravelle van in the low emissions zone in Bradford, West Yorkshire.

Britain's banking crisis laid bare: More than 6,000 branches have closed in last nine years - as bosses are accused of being 'in a race' to see who can axe them quickest

Consumer group Which? said eight Barclays branches were closing for good over the coming hours, taking the overall UK total across all brands by the end of today to 6,005.

It began with nerves, then a spine-tingling sense of connection - finally pure rage: What happened when LIZ JONES spoke to her long-dead mother (*with an amazing bit of technology)

Mummy, it's me, Lizzie. Mummy: Is that you? You look well. Thus begins an hour-long conversation with my mother who died, aged 94, in August 2014. Of course, it's not real - but very occasionally, disturbingly, if you can suspend your rational disbelief, it does feel like it might be. When it comes to my mum Edna, the emotion is still very raw. I have so many questions, so much guilt, still so much grief that hasn't dissipated. I lost the softest, sweetest, kindest, most selfless woman I have ever met. And I really want her back.

Jeremy Hunt warns of �38BILLION tax bomb under Labour as Chancellor says he wants to slash the burden for Brits again in the Autumn - signalling the election will not happen this summer

In a speech, Jeremy Hunt hailed the upturn in the economy and said he was keen to 'go further' on trimming national insurance if it was possible to do so responsibly.

Vatican announces new rules to authenticate miracles such as weeping statues, visions of the Virgin Mary and unexplained stigmata as social media sees apocalyptic prophecies spread faster than ever

Faithful claim to have had visions of the Virgin Mary, of statues that purportedly wept blood tears and stigmata that erupted on hands mimicking the wounds of Christ

Teenagers could soon qualify as train drivers on �60k a year in bid to ease staffing shortages across Britain's railways

Ministers are keen to attract young train drivers into the cab in a bid to tackle the UK's widespread railway staffing crisis and 'build resilience' in the sector.

Universities on the brink of collapse amid funding crisis with some forced to make cuts to avoid being shut down

The Office for Students' annual report said the sector was over-reliant on cash from foreign students and many will need to make 'significant changes' to avoid closure.

Moment twins hilariously fume after discovering two ice creams will cost them a staggering �9 (and who can blame them!)

Twins Marnie and Mylah, from�Burnley, were walking in a park when they thought they would stop for an ice cream. The cost of living has hit many households in the UK, with families having to cut back on non-essentials and making their pennies and pounds count. But the eight-year-olds didn't quite realise how much goods had shot up in price until they arrived at the ice cream van, saw the price and got a big shock.

RICHARD KAY:�Is a cherished institution about to fall into the hands of a man who likes to cash in on 'dying industries'?

For a billionaire businessman such as Daniel Kretinsky, whose nickname is the 'Czech Sphinx', Royal Mail promises to be the most fitting of possessions.

Britain's 'kindest' plumber has citizen award rescinded after trader faked stories about helping vulnerable people and pocketed �10k in donations

James Anderson , 56, was given the honour in 2023 for his work offering free plumbing services to those in need but revelations over his fake charity work led British Citizen Awards to take back their award.

Jennifer Lopez fuels divorce rumours as she likes scathing break-up post about 'lack of integrity and respect'… amid claims Ben Affleck is living in separate home

Jennifer Lopez liked a scathing Instagram post about 'broken relationships' on Thursday, further fueling rumors of a rift between her and husband Ben Affleck. The singer, 54, hit the like button on the post, created by relationship coach Lenna Marsak, which discussed the challenges of a relationship where there is no 'integrity and respect.' It features several text slides, beginning with, 'You cannot build a healthy relationship with someone who lacks integrity and emotional safety.'��

Pavement dining to become a 'permanent feature of the high street' as Business secretary Kemi Badenoch announces plans to remove red tape for pubs, restaurants and cafes to make the most of 'Brexit freedoms'

Plans unveiled by the Business Secretary include proposals to remove regulations that make it hard for pubs, restaurants and cafes to get permission to serve customers outside.

RICHARD LITTLEJOHN: Starmer's pledges are a placard of political platitudes - but here's what he'll really deliver...

Keir Starmer's campaign launch in Essex today sounded like a post-war Flash 'Arry spiv setting up a Find The Lady scam on top of a battered suitcase on Oxford Street, says RICHARD LITTLEJOHN.

No end in sight for 40,000 homes hit by dirty water crisis: South West Water refuses to reveal when residents will have to stop boiling their water amid fears infected underground reservoir may have to be completely emptied to stop spread of parasite

South West Water has refused to reveal when residents will have to stop boiling their water following�an outbreak of cryptosporidium that has shut down parts of Devon.

It's not just Devon: Map reveals faeces-contaminated tap water has been detected in TEN areas of England and Wales as experts warn that ongoing parasite outbreak could spread

MailOnline's fascinating map reveals which water supplies recorded breaches for bacteria commonly found in the digestive systems of animals and people in water supplies in the UK.

'Someone grabbed my t*ts so I headbutted him. It happens all the time': British 'shot girls' on Magaluf's infamous strip describe horrific abuse they face nightly - but say 'it's better than England'

British shot girls working on the infamous Magaluf strip have told how they have been forced to headbutt drunken partygoers who have sexually assaulted them. Magaluf reps, many of whom are women in their early 20s working for around �10 per hour, have opened up about the vile misogyny they face 'on a daily basis'. Just days after the Balearic Islands toughened up drinking laws to crack down on boozy tourists, dejected-looking reps claimed the abuse they face is 'part of the job', while others admitted girls need to have a 'thick skin' to work in Magaluf.

How much have house prices risen in YOUR neighbourhood since the 2007 financial crash: Use our interactive map to find out...

We're often led to believe that house prices will always rise over the long-run. That it's one of the safest and soundest investments one can make. Over the last 50 years, the average UK house price has risen from �8,915 in 1974 to �280,660 today, based on the latest Land Registry figures. That represents an average increase of more than 3,048 per cent. If history were to repeat itself and house prices grow by the same levels over the next 50 years, that would mean the average UK home could cost close to �9 million in 2074.

How do pre-nups work and are they honoured in a divorce? Retired judge STEPHEN GOLD explains how to make one that holds up in court

The pre-nup must be freely entered into by both parties. Gun to the head. Misrepresentation. Duress. Any of them will consign it to the courtroom rubbish bin.

ALISON BOSHOFF: Liz Taylor's shocking claim from beyond the grave...

Although she died in 2011, in a way she is back this year thanks to a spellbinding new HBO documentary, Elizabeth Taylor: The Lost Tapes, which premiered last night in competition.

Deaths caused by obesity rise by 50 percent in 20 years across the globe, major report shows

In the year 2000, high BMI was the 11th leading risk factor in the world for shortening a person's life. By 2021, it had jumped to the sixth spot.

Could your spices be poisonous? UK tightens scrutiny of Indian spice imports including Cinnamon and Nutmeg amid allegations of Pesticide contamination

The Food Standards Agency (FSA) has applied for extra controls on all spices imported from India because of safety concerns over the cancer-causing pesticide, ethylene oxide.

QUENTIN LETTS: Jings, Sir Keir's a snore. A one-man fun-extinguisher. Soon eyelids were shutting faster than High Street banks

SIR Keir Starmer, never knowingly innovative, unveiled his Blair-tribute pledge card in Essex at an opera-rehearsal space. It ain't over until Emily Thornberry sings? Alas, shadow attorney general Emily was not given a slot, though she eyed the lectern hungrily. Nor did we hear from David Lammy, the Henry Kissinger de nos jours. Mr Lammy sat there looking under-loved. Purfleet railway station swarmed with men in dark suits and red ties. Starmerites dress like Gordon Brown. Soon they'll be issued with the sort of notepads and pencils North Koreans hold when craning to catch Kim Jong Un's every pearl. The pledge card is a paper effort that pulls apart, concertina-style, to reveal its important pronouncements. Its glossy outer shell carries a snapshot of the nasal knight holding in his tummy while doing a Colin-Firth-in-Kingsman pose.

DAILY MAIL COMMENT: Starmer's pledges lack all credibility

Just like Martin Luther King , Sir Keir Starmer has looked over the mountain and he has seen the promised land.

Keir Starmer insists he is not a 'Blair copycat' after Tories slam Labour leader for being a 'serial promise breaker' as he unveils pledges in run up to the election

Handing out pledge cards and posing for pictures in a white shirt with rolled-up sleeves, Sir Keir Starmer welcomed comparisons between himself and the former prime minister.

Home Office revokes visa of Palestinian student, 19, who boasted she was 'full of pride' at sickening October 7 Hamas terror attacks that left 1,170 dead because she is 'national security threat'

Dana Abuqamar, 19, a law student at the University of Manchester�who said she was 'full of joy' after Hamas launched its attack on Israel, claims the Home Office has revoked her visa on the grounds of 'national security'. Ms Abugamar attended a pro-Palestine protest just one day after Hamas carried out its October 7 attack during which she said she was 'really full of joy' and 'proud that Palestinian resistance has come to this point'. She has now said the Government alleged her 'presence in the UK threatens national security' and the statements she made in support of Palestine 'support extremist views'. Ms Abuqamar, who is in her final year as a law student, said that before coming to Britain she believed 'freedom of expression is a fundamental human right that's cherished here'. She now feels that this right does 'not apply to ethnic minorities, particularly Muslims and Palestinians like myself'.

Slovakia's PM 'is between life and death': Hungarian PM reveals health update as doctors prepare to assess Robert Fico two days after assassination attempt

The shooting in Slovakia - allegedly carried out by 'lone-wolf' gunman Juraj Cintula, 71 - was the first major assassination attempt on a European political leader for more than 20 years.

NHS trust made 'number of failures' in treatment of six-year-old girl before her death from sepsis - as inquest concludes she was wrongly discharged from hospital

East Kent Hospitals University NHS Foundation Trust 'failed' in its care of Maya Siek, six, who died on December 21, 2022, having been sent home two days earlier.

A wartime princess, mischievous siblings and a Queen-in-waiting: Remarkable previously unseen photos of the royal family lift the lid on life behind the scenes - from a young Elizabeth to an ethereal Kate

Remarkable unseen photos of Queen Elizabeth and Princess Margaret as young mothers are being unveiled to the public for the very first time. The Royal Portraits: A Century of Photography exhibition, which opens today� at The King's Gallery in Buckingham Palace, showcases images including the late monarch, her sister, Princess Alexandra and the Duchess of Kent proudly displaying their newborn babies in a portrait taken by Lord Snowdon in 1964 (left). The charming picture will be displayed along with a handwritten letter from Princess Margaret to her sister, asking her 'Darling Lilibet' to sign a print 'as a souvenir of an extraordinary two months of delivery'. (inset). Kate Middleton is pictured right on her 40th birthday photo.

QUENTIN LETTS: Who'll save Britain's great cathedrals from the Church's cultural terrorists who see them as an embarrassment?

Nowhere is as rich in real cathedrals - cathedral churches, the seats of bishops - as Britain. There are 97 on these isles, 42 of them Anglican. They are, in a way, under attack.

Daughter of Stuart Lubbock who drowned in Michael Barrymore's pool says entertainer has 'no shame' as he brags of new life in Barcelona 23 years after tragedy

The daughter of Stuart Lubbock found dead in Michael Barrymore's swimming pool more than 20 years ago has slammed the former TV star for being 'cruel' and 'disgusting'

King Charles 'listened to none of the advice' he received about limiting his time and 'shaking less hands' at the first garden party of the year - and was 'glad-handing as many people as he could' - Rebecca English tells PALACE CONFIDENTIAL

Rebecca English, Royal Editor at the Daily Mail (right), told this week's Palace Confidential that the monarch was 'glad-handing as many people as he could' at the Buckingham Palace event (left). 'He was clearly a man that's undergoing treatment,' she explained. 'He doesn't look as well as he did say 18 months ago. 'But he was in just such a jolly mood. I�was warned in advance that they might try to tweak it a little bit, he might do 45 minutes... with the public or shake less hands. But of course he listened to none of that and wanted to meet and greet as many people as possible.'

Police shoot knifeman dead as he tries to set fire to a synagogue in French city

A source close to the case said the man who tried to set the synagogue alight was also wielding a knife and an iron bar before he was shot by police.

BBC boss claims impartial news is 'increasingly becoming an affront' to audiences who feel balanced coverage is 'an attack on their values'

Deborah Turness (pictured left)), chief executive of news and current affairs, says those who spend time in an 'echo chamber' - where they only hear and read views that align with their own beliefs

Giovanni Pernice flees the country after 'quitting' Strictly: Dancer is comforted by girlfriend Molly Brown in Dubai after leaving BBC show amid firestorm over his 'militant' training style with celebrities

Giovanni Pernice�fled to Dubai with his girlfriend Molly Brown this week days before it emerged that he's quit�Strictly Come Dancing�after nine years on the show.� The dancer, 33, is said to have left the programme because the scrutiny became 'too much' when his ex dance partners slammed his 'militant' approach. Yet he looked calm and at ease on his relaxing getaway, with Molly, 25, documenting the trip in a slew of Instagram posts.��

Children who spend just one hour a day on Instagram and TikTok are more likely to vape and smoke cigarettes, study suggests

Researchers found those on social media more than seven hours a day are almost four times more likely to vape than non-users, and eight times more likely to smoke.

Can we really buy a house with a 1% deposit? We're interested in a 99% mortgage - is it too good to be true... DAVID HOLLINGWORTH replies

My girlfriend and I are looking to buy a home for �250,000 but we have only �5,000 in savings. Could a 99 per cent mortgages be right for us?

Boost for borrowers as three major UK banks reduce their mortgage rates in latest sign of relief for households

HSBC, Barclays and TSB revealed that they were cutting the cost of home loans - in the latest sign of relief for households, who are also benefiting from falling inflation .

Sadiq Khan demands Keir Starmer 'calls out' Trump branding him a 'racist, sexist homophobe'… despite Labour extending olive branch ahead of presidential election

London Mayor Sadiq Khan has risked derailing Labour's efforts to extend an olive branch to Donald Trump ahead of the presidential election in November.

Two women who tortured and kicked their 'quiet and shy' neighbour, 60, to death after falsely accusing him of being a paedophile are found guilty of murder

Zoe Rider, 36, and Nicola Lethbridge, 45, attacked 'quiet' 60-year-old Stephen Koszyczarski, even filming some of the sadistic attack as they taunted him with sickening, unfounded abuse. Jurors at Sheffield Crown Court were shown footage of the killers baselessly labelling him a 'dirty f***ing wrong 'un' who was 'abusing little girls'. As Mr Koszyczarski, who was reported to have a mild learning difficulty, pleaded for mercy, telling them 'I can't stop bleeding', one of his killers replied: 'Do you think I give a f***?'

Young drivers can't afford to insure their cars: Number of 17-20 year olds convicted for not having cover more than doubles in two years

Official figures show that 6,316 drivers aged 17 to 20 were convicted of driving without insurance in 2023. That is up 117% on the 2,902 instances recorded in 2021.

Transgender sex offender who was caught with three vulnerable children locked in his house when police broke down his door is spared jail

Police had to break down Ryan Scott's door after neighbours reported seeing three youngsters enter his home. By the time they got in, he had engaged in sexual activity with a girl aged 14.

Bizarre moment Suella Braverman is blanked after confronting masked pro-Gaza activists who set up camp at Cambridge

Suella Braverman was bizarrely blanked by masked pro-Gaza activists at the Cambridge University encampment. The strange interaction happened earlier today when the former home secretary was on walking around the student camp trying to engage with the protesters about what 'their message is'. In the clip Ms Braverman introduces herself to one group of three masked protesters and says she is 'keen to understand your views and what you are protesting about.' But when the camera pans around all three stand with their arms crossed staring blankly ahead, in complete silence.

Brussels warns it WON'T let The Netherlands opt out of EU rules and bring in its 'strictest-ever' asylum policy despite it being a key pledge of the country's new democratically-elected coalition

The newly agreed Dutch coalition government wants a new immigration policy that� will see people removed from the European country 'by force' - setting up a clash with leaders in Brussels.

Dolly Parton's Welsh ancestry is revealed with legendary country singer set to visit the valleys in upcoming documentary

She may be famous for her legendary country music and Tennessee roots, however Dolly Parton also has links across the pond over in the UK.�

King Charles' personal wealth jumps by �10m to �610m (making him much richer than his mother Queen Elizabeth)

King Charles, who acceded to the throne less than two years ago, ranks 258th in the list of the UK's 350 wealthiest people and families, up from 263rd place in 2023. Calculations by the newspaper's Rich List suggest the monarch has benefited from a boost to the net worth of his properties. His inherited private estates Sandringham in Norfolk and Balmoral in Aberdeenshire, which belonged to his mother the late Queen, are said to account for much of his financial fortune.

Rishi is richer than the King! Sunak and wife Akshata see their fortune surge �120m in a year to �651m - thanks mainly to her shares in billionaire father's IT firm

Prime Minister Rishi Sunak and Akshata Murty's wealth was �651million in the latest list, soaring from �529million in 2023.

Sir Paul McCartney becomes first UK billionaire musician - beating Andrew Lloyd Webber and Sir Mick Jagger to top rich list spot

The 81-year-old Beatles star's wealth has risen by �50 million to hit the �1 billion figure this year.

Dua Lipa, Harry Styles and Ed Sheeran are named among Britain's richest under 40s - though top of the list is still the Duke of Westminster with his �10.1billion

Harry Styles and Dua Lipa are among a number of celebrities who feature in the first edition of The Sunday Times 40 Under 40 Rich List. The news outlet has also published its annual rich list, which is included in a 76-page special edition of its Sunday magazine, revealing the wealth of the 350 richest individuals and families in Britain

Meghan and Prince Harry 'are planning to do more royal-style tours this year' after they were delighted by reception to their Nigeria trip

The Duke and Duchess of Sussex�visited Nigeria for three days last week to�promote mental health initiatives and the Invictus Games, the sporting event Harry, 39,�founded for wounded military veterans.

Russia expels British defence attach� in tit-for-tat diplomatic row after UK kicked out Moscow counterpart and accused him of being a spy

Russia has expelled�Captain Adrian Coghill, (pictured) a Royal Naval officer based at the British Embassy in Moscow. He has been given a week to leave the country.

Over half of homes want HYDROGEN power: How does it work, can it be used with existing boilers - and is it cheaper?

Hydrogen power could allow households to keep their existing boilers, rather than switching to heat pumps.

Algerian man kidnapped and held captive by his neighbour for 26 years before being discovered alive in a hole is in 'good health', his cousin reveals - but remains 'shocked' after the 'catastrophic' ordeal

Omar Bin Omran, from El Guedid near�Djelfa, 150 miles south of Algiers, was just 19 when he disappeared in 1998 on his way to a vocational school at the height of Algeria's civil war.

Time for a little nap... or maybe a jumbo snooze! Adorable moment elephant herd curls up for a sleep in India

Aerial video shows the jumbo family snoozing on their sides in a tight-knit ring among the bushes in the Tamil Nadu forest in India on May 14. The brown bodies of the five elephants stand out against the dark green shrubs. The animals - sleeping in remarkable similar ways in the long grass, their trunks tucked under their chins and their legs crossed - all vary in size. They appear to have formed a protective ring around a baby elephant that can be seen curled up in the middle of the herd

WW1 soldier finally laid to rest after 109 years after his remains are identified by scrap of tartan and a thistle brooch in French field

Private David Gemmell, who served with the Black Watch (Royal Highlanders), was buried with full military honours in France with members of his family in attendance.

Kremlin says it will 'retaliate for any nuclear threats' and warns tensions could spill into WW3 - after warning that allowing Ukraine to strike Russian territory with US weapons could spark a 'tragedy for humanity'

'We warn that they are playing with fire. (The US) have long been in a state of proxy war with the Russian Federation,' Deputy Foreign Minister Sergei Ryabkov said

Chrissy Teigen puts on a VERY leggy display in a rhinestone-embellished mini skirt as she joins glamorous Christie Brinkley and Brooks Nader at 2024 Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue launch party

The model, 38, joined a host of A-list celebrities at the event which took place at the Hard Rock Hotel in Times Square. Chrissy was just one of the four stars that appeared on the magazine's cover for its 60th anniversary - which also included Gayle King , Kate Upton and Hunter McGrady.

Elon Musk's Neuralink knew its brain implant was likely to malfunction in its first human patient - but went ahead with the surgery anyway, shocking report claims

Elon Musk's Neuralink knew its brain implant was likely to malfunction in its first human patient, but went ahead with the surgery anyway, a new report claims.

Alan Bates says he will REJECT compensation over Horizon IT scandal for second time after Government offered just under a THIRD of what he requested - as Post Office Hero reveals 'ongoing uphill struggle' for justice

Alan Bates, hero of the postoffice scandal revealed his 'ongoing uphill struggle' for justice after he rejected an offer of just 30 per cent of what he had asked for.

Moment predator is Tasered by police after he dragged woman off street and sexually assaulted her - as victim reveals she is now sleeping next to her mother after terrifying attack

This is the moment a woman who was sexually assaulted in a terrifying street attack was followed through a city centre. Michael Gallagher, 33, of Westmoreland Street, Darlington, was caught on CCTV following his victim as she walked home in the early hours of June 30 last year.

Around a third more Britons forking out on private healthcare 'out of desperation' of NHS failings, survey claims

More Britons are forking out on private healthcare 'out of desperation' of NHS failings, research shows.

Scientists have spotted 60 stars that appear to show signs of gigantic alien power plants

A survey of�five million solar systems, aided by algorithms, has discovered 60 stars that appear to be partially covered by gigantic alien power plants called 'Dyson spheres'

Labour's election supremo Pat McFadden caught up in fresh homes row after claiming �40,000 for rent on a constituency home - despite owning a property next door

Pat McFadden (left), Labour's national campaign co-ordinator, was accused of abusing the 'spirit of the rules' by Sir Alistair Graham, a former chairman of the Standards' Committee.

AMANDA PLATELL:�Spare us the nice guy image, Ant McPartlin is just spineless at heart

Friends of Ant McPartlin's first wife Lisa Armstrong revealed she only found out he was expecting a child with his second wife when she saw pictures of Anne-Marie's baby bump in the Mail.

Want to be 'sexier'? Be more Clarkson! How Jeremy, 64, won the title of the UK and Ireland's sexiest man - and it's good news for average blokes everywhere

A chiselled jaw,�toned physique or a six-pack so impressive it gives David Beckham a run for his money - these are the�attributes most people might imagine when picturing the UK and Ireland's sexiest man. But for the second year in a row, Jeremy Clarkson , 64, has secured the title - beating off a long list of competition from the likes of Tom Holland , Idris Elba and Cillian Murphy. The Clarksons Farm star scored an impressive score of nine out of 10 points in the annual poll conducted by IllicitEncounters, which bills itself as 'the best online dating site for married people'. Having described himself as 'unfit, fat and old' earlier this year, straight-talking Clarkson isn't the obvious choice for 'sexiest man' - but his victory is clearly good news for average blokes everywhere. Since for those looking to channel The Grand Tour presenter's apparent 'sexiness', there's no need to stick to a strict exercise regime, invest in expensive designer gear or ditch alcohol .

RICHARD EDEN: The Royal family's gesture to help Lady Gabriella Windsor recover after the tragic death of her husband Thomas Kingston - and what this 'powerful signal' really means

Of all the troubles to have afflicted the Royal Family this year, none has been more devastating than the tragic death of Thomas Kingston, the 45-year-old husband of Lady Gabriella Windsor.

Six-months pregnant teenager, 19, accused of illegally aborting her baby tells court how she was 'scared' when the child was born stillborn

Fiona Harvey is on trial at Gloucester Crown Court alongside her partner, 25-year-old Elliot Benham, accused of taking a drug they purchased to end her pregnancy

Man, 62, buried alive for FOUR DAYS is dug out and rescued by police after they heard his muffled cries for help while investigating nearby murder

A 62-year-old man who had been buried alive for four days was rescued after police in Ustia, Moldova heard his muffled cries for help coming from underground. They started digging and found the entrance to a makeshift grave where an 18-year-old man had locked him up. Police footage released on Wednesday shows the man being pulled out. He was conscious and had a neck wound.

Jeremy Hunt claims tax will be the 'big divide' at the general election as Chancellor warns Keir Starmer will increase country's financial burden 'as sure as night follows day'

In a major speech tomorrow morning, Mr Hunt will claim that Labour has a black hole in its spending plans - and warn that Sir Keir Starmer will have to raise taxes 'as sure as night follows day'.

How just one horrible moment in your past could cause ALZHEIMER'S, according to new study

People who had stressful experiences in early childhood or midlife were found to have more markers indicative of Alzheimer's disease, according to a new study.

Making a LOT of dough! How two brothers who quit their jobs to sell food from the back of a van have turned Pizza Pilgrims into a �30m empire - and count two Prime Ministers among their fans

Two brothers who quit their jobs to sell pizzas from the back of a van have recorded record sales of almost �30m as their empire of restaurants has expanded across the UK. Thom and James Elliott now serve up to 50,000 artisan pizzas a week - and count Prime Minister Rishi Sunak and former PM Boris Johnson among their fans. They both visited their Pizza Pilgrim chain during the Covid pandemic to show how restaurants were adapting to making sure customers were safe to return and eat out after lockdown restrictions had been lifted. In just over a decade the brother's company has gone from a single van equipped with a pizza oven to 22 Neapolitan Pizzerias with further outlets due to open in Scotland and Wales later this year.

Jay Blades' wife Lisa Marie Zbozen shares poem about suffering 'unbearable' pain amid their shock split after it was revealed the presenter is taking time away from TV

Jay Blades's wife Lisa shared a poem talking about suffering 'unbearable' pain after the couple's shock marriage split was revealed.

Daily guide to what the stars have in store for YOU - May 17, 2024

OSCAR CAINER: This weekend, as Venus (love) moves to converge with Uranus (innovation), and the Sun links with lucky Jupiter, the cosmic message focuses on all-embracing love.

Is this Britain's biggest pothole? Eight-inch deep crater the length of a double-decker bus is blamed for damaging cars and leaving chocolate box village isolated

The locals had been plagued with flooding issues which meant they needed wellies to walk through the road which was flooded for seven months from October until April. But after a winter of repeated freezing and thawing and the water eventually cleared, a giant pothole was revealed. The hole is so colossal, residents say small cars will get 'grounded' if they tried to tackle it, while others have been damaged trying to drive through it.

I've been through hell, people have always assumed I couldn't have kids: Lisa Armstrong's full torment revealed following THAT baby picture (and tattoo) from ex-husband Ant

For Lisa Armstrong, the birth of little Wilder at the London Clinic was a painful reminder of how she remains childless at the age of 47 - and it devastates her, writes KATIE HIND.

Fly With Me review: How 'Barbie doll' air stewardesses battled outrageous 1970s sexism, writes CHRISTOPHER STEVENS

Has there ever been a more sexually suggestive ad campaign? 'I'm Judy,' smiled the blonde stripping down to her bikini in the Florida sunshine.

Moment ex-Post Office IT boss weeps as she's sworn in to Horizon inquiry - as she reveals she blocked Paula Vennells' phone number after shamed former boss sought her help to 'avoid an independent inquiry'

Lesley Sewell struggled to contain her emotions at the beginning of Thursday's Horizon IT inquiry proceedings, stumbling over her words (left) as she gave the affirmation ahead of giving evidence. Ex-IT boss Ms Sewell (also pictured right), who left the company in November 2015 after five and a half years, had to be comforted as she vowed 'solemnly, sincerely and truly...that the evidence I give shall be the truth, the whole truth and nothing but the truth'. But she went on to say that Ms Vennells - who handed back her CBE for services to the Post Office following intense public anger after the broadcast of ITV drama Mr Bates vs The Post Office - contacted her several times after she left the firm.

Inside the Liverpool Jurgen Klopp called home: Reds' boss has had a pie and a pub named after him, loves beach walks and a pint of Peroni at his local as his magical Merseyside tour comes to an end

LEWIS STEELE AND DOMINIC KING ON MERSEYSIDE: it is now impossible to be in the city without feeling Jurgen Klopp's impact, whether it is in hotels and bars, in bakeries or on beaches.

Now Gary Lineker takes a pop at the Government for not teaching children to cook at school - after outspoken BBC star sparked backlash with Nazi migrant jibe tweet

Gary Lineker says that pupils are being 'failed' by the lack of food lessons - and even says that for some it is more important than learning maths.

'Always remember mum, I love you very much. I always will': Mother recalls her son's heartbreaking last words as said his goodbyes - before secretly travelling to Swiss clinic where he ended his own life despite having no diagnosed illness

This is the moment a mother recalled her son's heartbreaking last words as he said his goodbyes before secretly travelling to a Swiss clinic where he ended his own life.

'Mummy won't wake up': Paramedics missed signs mother, 29, was having a heart attack - before she was found dead hours later by her two-year-old daughter

Lauren Page Smith, 29, was discovered lifeless on her bathroom floor in Wolverhampton with her two-year-old daughter clinging to her chest saying: 'Mummy won't wake up.'

Nicola Coughlan reveals�Bridgerton made a PG version of the series for her leaving out racy sex scenes so she could watch it with her Catholic family

Nicola Coughlan�has revealed that�Bridgerton made a PG version of the series for her leaving out the racy sex scenes in the show so she could watch it with her Catholic family. The Irish actress, 37, who plays Penelope Featherington in the steamy show, engages in many passionate trysts with Colin Bridgerton (Luke Newton) in the Netflix�show. The cliff-hanger ending of the fourth episode shows the pair locked in a very intimate embrace in the back of a horse-drawn cart.

Kate Moss and Johnny Depp dined there before jumping in a bath of champagne together, Tina Turner danced on its tables - and Madonna's booth was called the G-Spot. Now the legendary Julie's is back, writes JAN MOIR

Julie's restaurant has been part of London's dining folklore for over 50 years, perhaps more famous for its clientele - including Kate Moss, Madonna and Tina Turner - than its food. Now it's being relaunched.

I'm a therapist... this is why women are attracted to 'bad boys'

A marriage therapist reported women are drawn to the bad boy because evolution has told them they would be the most viable person to have strong children, and said nice guys are found later.

Tacky-tastic designs! These bizarre household items prove good taste really is subjective

People from around the world have shared the weird designs they have spotted and Bored Panda collated them into an online gallery. The examples include someone who appeared to go Barbie mad and opted for iridescent kitchen units (pictured left). Another artistic person decided to 'up-cycle' their bathtub and make it into a bizarre table and chairs, while a leather handbag was designed to look like there was a large knife inside of it (pictured bottom right).

How Princess Diana's cigarette-loving big sister - who dated Prince Charles - found love with a farmer and NOT the heir to the throne

As Lady Sarah McCorquodale celebrates 44 years of marriage today, onlookers may wonder if she is reflecting on how different her life could have been. Because Princess Diana 's eldest sister once dated Prince Charles - she went out with the heir to the throne two years before her sister. In fact, Lady Sarah, 69, even introduced Diana to Charles and says she played 'cupid' for the pair. But it was 22-year-old Lady Sarah Spencer, a willowy red-head with a great sense of fun, who first caught Prince Charles's eye at a house party at Windsor Castle for Royal Ascot. Pictured: Lady Sarah enjoying a cigarette in Kensington in 1979 (left); with husband Neil (right); with Prince Charles in 1977 (inset top); on her wedding day in 1980 (inset bottom)

King Charles looks dapper as he attends special gala performance at the Royal Opera House for out-going Music Director Sir Antonio Pappano - who conducted the monarch's Coronation Orchestra

The King appeared in great spirits as he attended a�special Gala performance at the Royal Opera House in London, celebrating out-going Music Director Sir Antonio Pappano.

Retouching of photos is 'very important', curator of new Buckingham Palace exhibition says after Kate's Mother's Day picture controversy which saw agencies 'kill' the edited image

Alessandro Nasini, the curator behind the exhibition celebrating 100 years of royal portrait photographs, said retouching remains a vital tool in royal portrait photography.

Queen Maxima's rainbow wardrobe is 'a statement of confidence and strength,' says expert stylist - as we explore the monarch's fearless fashion sense on her birthday

Renowned for her daring sense of style and unwavering love for vibrant hues, Queen Maxima of the Netherlands has become a symbol of sartorial audacity. She effortlessly wears the spectrum of the rainbow and every shade in between, often accentuated by perfectly coordinated accessories. Sandy Lancaster, stylist at House of Colour, told MailOnline: 'It's a statement of confidence and strength, echoing the symbolism of each hue and often paying homage or deference to the towns she visits or the people she is meeting.' Maxima's bold fashion choices have earned her admirers worldwide, solidifying her status as a revered style icon. As she celebrates her 53rd birthday, let's take a closer look at the Argentinian-born Queen.

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Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce are pictured enjoying a VERY romantic date night in Lake Como under the stars

Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce looked as loved-up as ever as they enjoyed a romantic break to Lake Como, Italy this week - amid a break in the European leg of her The Eras Tour. The superstar singer and the Kansas City Chiefs star, both 34, were seen enjoying an alfresco private dinner date (left) outside a�€20,000 a night villa at the five star Grand Hotel Tremezzo - just days after Travis' teammate Harrison Butker was slammed for a ' bigoted and misogynistic' speech quoting the singer's lyrics. The couple - who started dating last summer, were later seen walking down the street arm-in-arm, as Travis planted a kiss on his girlfriend (inset). Taylor held her partner's hand (right) as they spoke intimately before returning to their villa. The star will resume her tour in Stockholm, Sweden at Friends Arena on May 17.

Now Cambridge University is forced to move graduation ceremonies after pro-Gaza activists set up encampment outside Senate House as US-style campus protests spread

Cambridge University has been forced to move graduation ceremonies to an undisclosed 'alternative location' after Gaza activists set up camp outside Senate House in the city.

Bride receiving hospice care for incurable genetic disease reveals heartwarming vows she gave to her husband despite not knowing how long she has left to live

Amy-Claire Lanman from Swansea has an unknown and incurable genetic disease that means she has powerful seizures several times a day - all of which mean her heart could stop at any time.

'We didn't have a lot... I see how tough it was for my mother': Strictly's Shirley Ballas praises the free school meals she had growing up as she says 'every child should be entitled to at least one hot meal a day'

Shirley Ballas, 63, grew up in a small council flat on the Leasowe Estate in Wallasey in the 1960s, a time when her mother worked multiple jobs to keep food on the table, according to ITV.

Conor McGregor's dad Tony, 64, is hospitalised in Ireland after major health scare

Tony is currently at a top-tier medical facility near his home in Ireland, per TMZ. Several family members, including the UFC star, are also in the hospital to show support.

'I'm only human': Britain's 'kindest' plumber issues grovelling apology amid claims he faked stories about helping vulnerable people - but denies spending public donations on a house and car

Britain's 'kindest plumber' who allegedly exploited vulnerable people for millions of pounds today apologised for 'mistakes' but insisted he wasn't trying to scam people. James Anderson, 56, (pictured) has received praise including letters of thanks from the King and the late Queen and a Pride of Britain award for his 'selfless acts'.� But the supposed do-gooder has found himself in the centre of a BBC investigation which claims he�exploited the vulnerable while raising �2million in donations from the public as well as stars including Hugh Grant and Lily Allen. Anderson is accused of making up claims he saved an 84-year-old woman from killing herself and publicising clients' private information despite them refusing him permission. Today, Anderson - who runs social enterprise Depher - apologised 'to anyone who has been hurt by these accusations which have been made against me' and for 'any mistakes' he's made over the last seven years.

Male model who hanged himself after choking his girlfriend to death in 'sex game gone wrong' was a 'lad's lad' who loved clubbing and cocaine, friends tell inquest

The revelations came as statements were read out today at the inquest of plasterer Luke Cannon, 31, at Bradford Coroner's Court.

Ministers' postal blunder: The future of the Royal Mail is not just a matter for the current owners, says ALEX BRUMMER

As keepers of the flame of free market capitalism, one can understand government's reluctance to become involved in takeovers.

Stock market chief insists there is a�'strong cause for optimism' as companies worth billions of pounds look at listing in the UK

Julia Hoggett said there was 'no sense of panic' after a recent exodus of companies that has led to anguished soul-searching about London's future.

Rishi Sunak hints there won't be an election until AUTUMN during grilling on ITV's Loose Women - as he tells presenters the date will be 'good for your holidays'

Rishi Sunak suggested the date will be 'good for your holidays' as he braved a barrage of questioning from the panel, including Janet Street-Porter.

At �300k a day, Covid inquiry set to be most expensive ever, outstripping Bloody Sunday

Taxpayers forked out almost �70million in the last financial year and the probe is not expected to report its findings until the end of 2026, so the final cost is likely be around �200million.

Homeworld 3 review: Space is the place to be this week, as Homeworld, one of the most beautiful strategy games of all time, streaks back into our orbit, writes PETER HOSKIN

It's been a long decade since even the remastered versions of Homeworld, which first came out in 1999, and Homeworld 2, from 2003. And now, at last, we have a Homeworld 3.

Megalopolis review: Sadly, this may be the great Francis Ford Coppola's Mega-flopolis, writes BRIAN VINER

Megalopolis, which had its world premiere last night at the Cannes Film Festival, is a passion project decades in the planning, which Francis Ford Coppola financed himself partly by auctioning off a chunk of his wine-making business. And yet, to use a wine analogy, the movie is corked. The 85-year-old director has been rightly feted this week on the Riviera. He is an industry colossus, whose 1970s output alone - The Godfather, The Godfather: Part II, The Conversation, Apocalypse Now - elevates him to the top tier of filmmakers. But with that mighty talent comes a mighty ego, and a clear expectation that 'Francis Ford Coppola's Megalopolis: A Fable', to give it its complete and vainglorious title, will make us marvel anew at his genius. Let us weep at his hubris instead.

Moscow's new WW3 threat to the West: Putin ally warns of global war and 'tragedy that can affect all of humanity' if Kyiv is allowed to use US-supplied weapons on Russian territory

His comments come as Russian troops continue to seize territory in eastern Ukraine, forcing thousands in Kharkiv to flee their homes after Moscow launched another ground invasion in the region

Meghan and Harry's Nigeria trip left the King and the Prince of Wales 'absolutely furious', royal author claims - after couple made a 'bold statement' that they 'don't need permission to be working royals'

Speaking to The Mirror , author Tom Quinn remarked that the whistlestop 72-hour visit 'confirmed the worst fears' for the Duke of Sussex 's family.

Nathalie Emmanuel, Aubrey Plaza and Greta Gerwig wow on the�Cannes Film Festival red carpet as Francis Ford Coppola's decades-long project�Megalopolis finally hits the screen

Stars hit the red carpet once again on the third night of the 77th Cannes Film Festival for the Megalopolis premiere.�The film, which is a decades-long passion project of director Francis Ford Coppola, saw Nathalie Emmanuel, Aubrey Plaza and jury president Greta Gerwig (top L-R) bring the glamour as they joined Adam Driver, Shia LaBeouf and Jon Voight (bottom L-R) for the screening�at Palais des Festivals.�

Israel's Eurovision team claims it suffered 'unprecedented display of hatred' from rival countries at scandal-hit song contest

The Israeli delegation at Eurovision claim they were subjected to 'unprecedented display of hatred' by rival countries and entrants at this year's contest.

Jealous wife is jailed five years for slicing off her husband's penis and flushing it down the toilet after he slept with her 15-year-old niece - despite him forgiving her

Daiane dos Santos Farias, 34, admitted to luring her husband Gilberto Nogueira de Oliveira to bed by promising kinky sex.

Kanye West's abandoned $2.2M sprawling Calabasas ranch looks dilapidated with a LARGE hole and debris scattered around crumbling property... after rapper boarded up the home nearly four years earlier

Kanye West's $2.2 million Calabasas ranch appeared dilapidated and crumbling in shocking new photos of the expansive property - nearly four years after rapper boarded up the home in September 2020.� The Heartless hitmaker, 46 - whose�top Yeezy executive recently quit over the brand's move into pornography - initially purchased the residence in 2018, and was used for Sunday Service and his Donda Academy headquarters.� The star had also purchased an additional 300 acres surrounding the property for $4 million.�

'This is beyond awful!' Mom-to-be sparks fierce debate after revealing the VERY unusual name she wants to give her baby daughter

The unnamed woman took to the Mumsnet - the discussion forum for parents - to ask for advice. She explained the meaning behind the name but questioned how exactly it should be spelt.

Jurgen Klopp reveals reason he 'DOESN'T like' James Maddison, as Liverpool boss reflects on agonisingly missing out on the Premier League title to Man City in 2018-19

Jurgen Klopp (left) has revealed why he 'doesn't like' Tottenham midfielder James Maddison (right) as the Liverpool manager prepares to wave goodbye to Anfield and the Premier League.

Woman raped on Blackpool seafront in horrific early morning attack as police launch urgent manhunt for man in his 30s

A woman was allegedly raped on the Blackpool seafront in a horrific early morning attack, with police launching an urgent manhunt.

Teenager accused of stabbing Charlie Cosser, 17, to death at end-of-term party on grounds of �1.5m farmhouse told a friend to 'get the shank' earlier in the night, court hears

Charlie Cosser was fatally stabbed in the chest at an event called 'BalFest',�in Warnham, West Sussex, on July 23 last year.

Man, 34, runs away from London hospital as police launch search and warn the public not to approach him

Matthew Ellis, 34, was last seen at around 5pm on Wednesday, May 15, running across the staff carpark at Homerton Hospital in the direction of Homerton Grove.

Zelensky says 'it is the world's fault' that Putin has advanced on Kharkiv as first reports emerge of Russian troops detaining and executing civilians in seized nearby town

The Ukrainian president, who was visiting injured soldiers in a hospital in Kharkiv today, warned that his country couldn't afford to lose the city and said 'the situation is very serious'.

Astonishing dashcam footage shows moment female trucker plunged off bridge after swerving to avoid car and dangled in death-defying accident

Sydney Thomas, 26, was driving over the Clark Memorial Bridge in March when a pickup truck crashed into her and sent her careering over the side of the crossing. Dashcam footage from the truck was played in court on Wednesday as the pickup driver Trevor Branham, 33, appeared in court after being charged. In the footage, the pickup truck can be seen swerving out of its lane to avoid hitting a car that had stalled, before crashing into Thomas.

Marcus Rashford's Instagram reply to Bruno Fernandes leaves Man United fans worried about the Portuguese star's future following links with summer exit from Old Trafford

Man United supporters are concerned about Bruno Fernandes' (left) future at the club after Marcus Rashford's (right) online reply to the team captain following Wednesday's win over Newcastle.

New pinkish eyeless creature is discovered in an underwater cave in China - and it could solve mysteries�about evolution

Seven specimens of a brand new species of eyeless cave fish - each with a golden stripe along its back - have been found swimming in China's subterranean rivers

Shogun is in the works for TWO more seasons after FX series received critical-acclaim and cult following

Preparations for the next two seasons for the American historical drama program� - which stars Hiroyuki Sanada -� are currently underway according to The Hollywood Reporter.

Billy Gilmour reveals he endured a 'low time' while struggling to break into Chelsea's first team, opens up on Scotland's ambitions at Euros and why passion for fashion helps him relax

EXCLUSIVE BY CALUM CROWE: Delivering a man-of-the-match performance as Scotland drew 0-0 with England, Gilmour ran the show in midfield with a classy and composed performance.

Inside the incredible transformations of Tyson Fury and Oleksandr Usyk: The Gypsy King is the fittest he's ever been, while the Ukrainian has bulked up for the undisputed Saudi title fight

After months of build-up, Tyson�Fury (left) and Oleksandr�Usyk (right)�will finally compete for the undisputed heavyweight title in Saudi Arabia on Saturday night.� The Gypsy King brings his WBC belt to the table and with it, one of the most lucrative careers of the modern era, as he prepares to take on his Ukrainian counter-part.� It's a bout that has been in the pipeline for quite some time, after their original bout��

Inside Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's luxurious $21K-per-night Lake Como villa in Italy as pair enjoy romantic getaway together - complete with butler and private chef available 'at your disposal'

Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce enjoyed the seclusion of an exclusive - and pricey - villa on Italy's Lake Como during a break after her Eras Tour stop in Paris.

U2's Adam Clayton, 64, 'grows close to brand consultant, 39' as they are seen at event together weeks after announcing he is set to divorce his wife of 11 years

The bassist, 64, is said to have grown close to a brand consultant, two weeks after announcing he is set to divorce his wife of 11 years�Mariana Teixeira de Carvalho.

MasterChef viewers accuse show of 'celebrating the murder and dismemberment of women' as fire-breathing contestant makes Jack The Ripper-inspired dish

The chefs on Thursday's penultimate semi final for the 2024 series were tasked with cooking up a 'theatrical' dish for judges John Torode and Gregg Wallace.

'Devastated' Chris Pratt pays tribute to his Guardians of the Galaxy stunt double Tony McFarr following his 'unexpected and shocking' death aged 47

Chris Pratt has paid an emotional tribute to his former stunt double after his death aged 47.

Declan Rice issues England rallying cry ahead of Euro 2024 and reveals the surprise nutritional secret to Arsenal's success, as he becomes cover star for Men's Health

Declan Rice has claimed that it's England's 'time' to win a major trophy ahead of next month's European Championships in a new interview. The Arsenal star has been in blistering form since his �105million move to the Emirates from West Ham last summer, and is considered one of Gareth Southgate's lynchpins as England look to challenge in Germany. Southgate's side are heavily favoured to go all the way at the tournament after coming heart-breakingly close in 2021 when they reached the final against Italy at Wembley.�

Dog-sitter, 37, stabbed man, 62, to death for letting her white Pomeranian therapy pet out - before boasting how she'd been a 'bad girl' on TikTok, court told

Winter Swan-Miller, 37, (pictured) had 'no choice' but to kill 62-year-old Stuart Crocker because he let her therapy pet, Oblivion, escape and then be stolen, prosecutors said.

Jeffrey Epstein's notorious 'little black book' that lists 349 of dead pedophile's contacts is put up for auction and could fetch $200,000

The billionaire's address book is set to go under the hammer for as much as $200,000, with celebrities allegedly named including RFK Jr., billionaire Carl Icahn and actress Morgan Fairchild.

Theresa May warns that 'Nigel Farage is not a Conservative' and should not be allowed to join the party - as ex-leader says the Tories CAN win the next election because 'Keir Starmer is no Tony Blair'

The ex-Prime Minister lashed out at a proposal by Jacob Rees-Mogg that Mr Farage and other senior Reform UK leaders run as Conservatives at the next election.

Double child killer Colin Pitchfork who raped and strangled two 15-year-old girls will have his next parole hearing held in public in July

Double child killer Colin Pitchfork's next parole hearing will take place in public in July, the Parole Board said.

Moment brazen thief steals baby clothing and parcel from front porch in broad daylight

An unidentified woman was filmed on a doorbell camera swiping the goods from outside a front doorstep on Malmesbury Road in Southampton on Friday, 10 May. Hampshire Police's Neighbourhood Policing Team covering Southampton has now issued an appeal for anyone who may know the thief. In the video, the woman looked down the road to apparently see if the coast was clear before she marched down the path towards the package. She scooped the large package quickly without looking to see what was inside and walked back down the street with it in her hand.

Soho strip club where Chris Pratt celebrated his engagement and Kate Moss learned to pole dance has licence revoked in council vote after police found dancers 'touching' customers in booths

Sunset Strip in the heart of London's West End can no longer operate after police found footage suggesting dancers were touching clients and fellow performers, against the rules of its licence.

JEFF POWELL: As Fury banks an 'obscene' �100m for this fight, pity greats such as the Brown Bomber who died penniless

JEFF POWELL IN SAUDI ARABIA: Eyes turn green with envy not only in the fight fraternity but among millions across the planet as it is revealed the Gypsy King is guaranteed �81.5million.

Terrifying moment knife-wielding woman is arrested by police armed with Tasers on residential London street

Officers rushed to Cadoxton Avenue, Tottenham, north London, just after 8pm last night following reports of a woman with a knife.

This is why you should NEVER stick a gas cannister in your wheelie bin! Moment binman ducks for cover as he's nearly hit by exploding cannister which sails through the air before bouncing along the road

CCTV footage shows two men dressed in orange hi-vis clearing bins in a close in Slough, Berkshire, on May 14.

Dramatic moment Brazilian pickup truck driver ploughs into gun-toting biker attempting to mug nurse

This is the moment a Good Samaritan reversed his pickup truck into a motorcyclist and ran him over to prevent him from mugging a nurse in broad daylight in Brazil. Surveillance footage showed the suspect going through the woman's cell phone on a sidewalk in the southeastern city of Uberl�ndia on Tuesday morning. Luciano Campbell drove by and noticed the woman placing her hands on her face in disbelief and drove back with 10 seconds and pulled over to question the suspect.

Was this quaint Swiss Alps hotel actually a Beijing spying post? Unassuming mountain inn that was owned by Chinese family backed onto airstrip where western military jets were stashed for years

The Hotel R�ssli, in Unterbach, was purchased by the Wang family for almost $1 million in 2018. But mounting suspicions of espionage have since seen the family removed.

Charity voices concerns after move to let gamblers use debit cards on slot machines

It comes after the government announced it intends to let people use debit cards to gamble on slot machines, with a transaction limit of �100 per direct card payment.

That's ONE way to hitch a ride! Moment teenager clings onto the back of a London double-decker bus while wearing flip-flops

This is the moment a teenager clings onto the back of a London double-decker bus while wearing flip-flops as it goes down a busy road. The youth grabbed hold of the Number 90 bus�on Lansbury Drive in Hayes, west London on Monday morning as it travelled from Northolt to Feltham. He desperately tried to cling on to hitch a free ride but kept slipping as the bus went along the 30mph road. The young man eventually lost his grip but managed to stay on his feet as he landed on the ground. He was wearing shorts and a t-shirt with a backpack and had black slider flip-flops on.

   

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