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Homes with grand designs for sale in England and Scotland – in pictures
A selection of architecturally distinctive homes for sale across England and Scotland, ranging from contemporary country houses to urban townhouses and new-build flats. – Barton, Lancashire: a three-bedroom 2020 home combining Scandinavian-inspired minimalism with extensive glazing, priced at £850,000. – Arkesden, Essex: a five-bedroom modern “upside-down” house with living space upstairs, on sale for £1.8m.…
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Trump renews 10% tariff on UK goods hours before temporary levies expire
Donald Trump is renewing a 10% US import tariff on British goods as temporary levies due to expire are replaced by a more durable regime. The administration says the measures target countries it believes have not adequately prohibited imports made with forced labour, though the UK government says British businesses will face no increase in…
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Indian activist Wangchuk ends 26-day hunger strike as ‘Cockroach’ protesters vow to press on
Indian activist Sonam Wangchuk has ended a 26-day hunger strike that helped propel a youth-led protest movement calling for education reform and accountability over examination paper leaks. The protest’s continuation despite his decision underlines the scale of public anger and keeps pressure on the government, particularly Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan. Wangchuk began fasting on 28…
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What’s working – and what’s not – for WSL fans?
WSL supporters say the women’s game is benefiting from a more welcoming, family-friendly atmosphere and closer relationships between clubs, players and fans. Arsenal’s exceptional attendances demonstrate growing demand, while clubs such as London City Lionesses are using entertainment and engagement activities to attract new followers; however, the contrast also highlights uneven support across the league.…
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SWFC news: Pedersen addresses two big themes that drew criticism last season – thestar.co.uk
Sheffield Wednesday manager Henrik Pedersen has responded to concerns raised by supporters about two aspects of the club’s performance last season, outlining how he intends to address them as he prepares for the new campaign. His comments matter because he is seeking to establish his own approach after stepping up from the previous coaching staff…
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SUFC Exclusive: United handed Souttar transfer boost as Foxes future stance emerges – thestar.co.uk
Harry Souttar has told Leicester City that he would like to explore a move away this summer, giving Sheffield United encouragement in their attempt to re-sign the Australian defender. The development matters because the Blades regard him as a key target, although any deal remains dependent on Leicester’s valuation and Sheffield United’s ability to fund…
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‘I Needed Something to Sink My Teeth Into’: Why Amy Shark Decamped to a Converted Church In Wales to Create ‘Soft Pop’
Amy Shark has released her fourth studio album, Soft Pop, after taking herself away to a converted church studio in Barry, Wales, to break through a period of exhaustion and creative stagnation. The Australian singer says the tightly scheduled, isolated process helped restore her enthusiasm for songwriting, making the album a personal creative reset rather…
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‘Burnham bounce’ and World Cup lift mood in July, says data firm
UK consumer confidence rose sharply in July, helped by expectations that Andy Burnham could become prime minister, England’s World Cup progress and sunny weather, according to GfK. The improvement matters because confidence can influence household spending, but it remains far below pre-Brexit levels and could prove fragile amid weak growth and cost-of-living pressures. GfK’s headline…
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‘It’s more than backcombing a beehive!’ How tribute acts got massive – and put the live music scene back in the black
Tribute acts are thriving across the UK, filling festivals and music venues by offering audiences familiar songs at far lower prices than concerts by original artists. The trend is helping financially strained live-music venues and creating lucrative careers for performers, while also raising questions about the personal demands of impersonation and whether original musicians are…
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Charli XCX releases 11-track album Music, Fashion, Film
Charli XCX has released Music, Fashion, Film, her first album since the success of Brat. The 11-track record represents another intentional stylistic change for the singer, who has said she does not find it creatively rewarding to repeat herself. Running for just over 30 minutes, the album includes “Rock Music”, “SS26”, “Wink Wink” and “Camera”,…