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‘I wanted to capture the range of British culture at the time’: the photographer who documented late nights on the 90s London tube
Photographer Mark McEvoy documented London Underground passengers on Friday and Saturday nights between 1992 and 1995, capturing revellers, lovers and members of the city’s varied youth subcultures. The images matter as a record of late-night social life before smartphones and the Night Tube, when many people rushed for the final train home. McEvoy, then involved…
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UK economy grew by 0.4% in second quarter as Iran war prompts slowdown
The UK economy expanded by 0.4% between April and June, slowing from 0.6% growth in the previous quarter amid the economic effects of the Iran war. Higher energy prices and weaker consumer confidence were cited as pressures, although the result was stronger than some expectations and suggested continued resilience. Services drove growth, with firms reporting…
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‘I’ll make it worth it’: Man, 24, is accused of ‘raping teenage girl after grooming her with Snapchat messages’
A 24-year-old man has been accused of raping a teenage girl after allegedly grooming her through messages on Snapchat. The allegations are being heard in court, and the case highlights concerns about the use of private messaging platforms to target young people. The defendant, named as Lachlan Young, is alleged to have made promises including…
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‘I’d never watched the Olympics’ – Evans on gymnastics fame
Ruby Evans has described how competing at the Paris 2024 Olympics unexpectedly brought rapid public attention, while reflecting on her growing status as one of British gymnastics’ rising stars. The 19-year-old says she manages negative social-media comments by refusing to engage with them, and her resilience was evident when she recovered from disappointment in the…
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UK GDP rises 0.4% as heatwave and World Cup lift spending
UK GDP grew by 0.4% in the second quarter of 2026, supported by hot weather and World Cup-related spending on hospitality, retail and advertising. Although this was slower than the 0.6% growth recorded in the first quarter, it indicated that the economy remained relatively resilient despite disruption from the Iran war and higher energy costs.…
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UK economic growth slows down as Iran war pushes up energy prices
UK economic growth slowed in the second quarter as disruption from the Iran war and persistently high energy prices began to weigh on the economy. The figures matter because they add pressure on the new chancellor, John Healey, to consider further household support ahead of winter and could complicate the Bank of England’s inflation response.…
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Hellcat review – woman imprisoned in camper van in nasty survival horror
Hellcat is a survival horror thriller in which Lena, played by Dakota Gorman, wakes injured in the back of a speeding camper van and must work out how to escape. The review finds its opening tense and effectively unpleasant, using the confined setting and a mysterious voice to create suspense, though it suggests the film…
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Sailors, shadows and a dog in a dress: heroes of the street – in pictures
The Pure Street Photography Awards 2026 showcase spontaneous and carefully timed images from photographers around the world. The selected work highlights street photography’s ability to find humour, drama and visual illusion in everyday public moments. – The exhibition will show eight winning images and 158 finalists at Jawahar Kala Kendra in Jaipur, India, from 20…
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Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra review: the top dog of folding Androids
Samsung’s Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra is presented as one of the strongest Android foldables available, combining a conventional smartphone form with an 8in tablet screen. Its slim, light design, bright displays, capable software and long battery life make it a compelling option for people wanting one device for both phone and tablet tasks, although…
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Miracle recovery for girl, 12, who doctors feared might never walk again after spinal injury as parents reveal they never told her crushing prognosis
Twelve-year-old Morgan Lopez has reportedly made a remarkable recovery after a spinal injury that led doctors to fear she might never walk again. Her case matters because it highlights both the uncertainty of severe spinal injuries and the emotional strain such prognoses place on children and families. Her parents said they chose not to tell…