The conversation surrounding a four-day workweek has gained significant momentum, with key figures like Angela Rayner, the UK Labour Party’s deputy leader, advocating for this model. She is understood to be consulting with trade unions and businesses ahead of new legislation expected in the autumn. Since April, workers have alreadyContinue Reading
When we think of a world-class strongman and deadlift champion like Eddie Hall, we imagine their superhuman strength comes from their bulky muscles. But scientists have discovered the secret to Hall‘s Herculean power may stem from a set of three long, thin muscles in the leg. Together known as “guyContinue Reading
The Tories are set to enter a crucial phase of their leadership contest with a warning that they will need to do a lot more than just criticise Labour “even if it is fun”. At one of two leadership bids officially launched today [Monday], Kemi Badenoch will claim that theContinue Reading
Crispin Blunt’s drug policy group that sought to reclassify magic mushrooms and cannabis owes thousands of pounds to the taxpayer after closing down. The former justice minister, who lost the Conservative whip on his arrest for suspected rape last year, launched the Conservative Drug Policy Reform Group (CDPRG). But itContinue Reading
Dan Evans refused to retire at the US Open despite illness and a hip injury and insisted: “I don’t give a f*** if the scores says 6-0 6-0.” The British No 5 played the longest match in US Open history in the first round. And that gruelling affair caught upContinue Reading
McLaren have launched an investigation after Oscar Piastri overtook team-mate Lando Norris on the first lap of the Italian Grand Prix with a move that has been labelled “aggressive”. The drivers both started the race from the front row after impressive displays in qualifying, but missed out on victory toContinue Reading
One of Sir Keir Starmer’s most senior ministers has denied that his government is “attacking the hospitality industry” with plans to ban smoking in pub beer gardens. But in the Sunday morning broadcast round, Commons leader Lucy Powell appeared to double down on Labour’s plans to end smoking warning thatContinue Reading
Max Verstappen fired some strong comments towards his Red Bull team after a dismal weekend for the reigning champions at Monza. The Dutchman lost another chunk of points to Lando Norris following a P6 finish. MORE TO FOLLOW We’ll be bringing you the very latest updates, pictures and video onContinue Reading
Sir Ian McKellen has said he is taking the rest of the year off from acting after he sustained wrist and neck injuries in a dramatic fall while performing onstage. The two-time Oscar nominee, 85, lost his footing during a play’s fight scene in June at the Noel Coward TheatreContinue Reading
For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Richard Hammond has opened up about how his injuries from hisTop Gear car crash stillContinue Reading
