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Barnier warns of ‘huge and serious’ differences on Brexit
PM says security row will hamper fight against terrorists
updatedEurope’s chief Brexit negotiator today warned of a “huge and serious” divergence between the two sides as Theresa May called on EU leaders to compromise on security co-operation. Mrs May used a summit meeting yesterday to warn that the citizens’ lives would be put at risk if Brussels restricted...Europe’s chief Brexit negotiator today warned of a “huge and serious” divergence between the two sides as Theresa May called on EU leaders to compromise on security co-operation. Mrs May used a summit meeting yesterday to warn that the citizens’ lives would be put at risk if Brussels restricted...Europe’s chief Brexit negotiator today warned of a “huge and serious” divergence between the two sides as Theresa May called on...
Read the full storyTrump told Macron France should leave the EU
newPresident Trump has tried to persuade France to leave the European Union in return for a special trade deal with America. When President Macron of France visited the White House in April Mr Trump urged him to withdraw from Europe and instead secure a more favourable bilateral agreement with Washington. It was not clear whether the...President Trump has tried to persuade France to leave the European Union in return for a special trade deal with America. When President Macron of France visited the White House in April Mr Trump urged him to withdraw from Europe and instead secure a more favourable bilateral agreement with Washington. It was not clear whether the...President Trump has tried to persuade France to leave the European Union in return for a special trade deal with America. When...
Read the full storyHillsborough police chief faces manslaughter charges
newThe man in charge of policing at the Hillsborough disaster could now face trial for the manslaughter by gross negligence of 95 football supporters, a judge has ruled. Mr Justice Openshaw, sitting at Preston crown court, this morning lifted a stay on the prosecution of David Duckenfield, 73, the match commander at...The man in charge of policing at the Hillsborough disaster could now face trial for the...The man in charge of policing at the Hillsborough disaster could now face trial for the...
Read the full storyGreat white shark spotted in Spanish waters for first time in 30 years
newA great white shark has been filmed off the coast of Mallorca in the first confirmed sighting in at least 30 years. Scientists spotted the 16.5ft (5m) shark swimming near Cabrera, an uninhabited island and nature reserve 11 miles from the south...A great white shark has been filmed off the coast of Mallorca in the first confirmed sighting in...A great white shark has been filmed off the coast of Mallorca in the first confirmed sighting in...
Read the full storyWant to live for ever? Make it to 105 and you might have a chance
If there is a natural limit on human longevity, we have yet to hit it. That is the message from a study of nearly...If there is a natural limit on human longevity, we have yet to hit it. That is the message from a...If there is a natural limit on human longevity, we have yet to hit it. That is the message from a...
Read the full storyRED BOX | COMMENT
‘This mad Brexit riddle’: Danny Dyer speaks for the nation
Not for the first time, Danny Dyer spoke for the nation. The Eastenders star was a guest on the pleasingly mad Good...Not for the first time, Danny Dyer spoke for the nation. The Eastenders star was a guest on the...Not for the first time, Danny Dyer spoke for the nation. The Eastenders star was a guest on the...
Read the full storyArmed police will protect Wimbledon from terrorism
Police trained to spot terrorists on reconnaissance missions are being deployed at Wimbledon as security for the tennis championships is stepped up. Barriers and bollards are being installed around the All England Club to prevent attackers driving...Police trained to spot terrorists on reconnaissance missions are being deployed at Wimbledon as...Police trained to spot terrorists on reconnaissance missions are being deployed at Wimbledon as...
Read the full storyPension warning packs for all workers
Everyone saving in a defined contribution pension scheme is to receive a “wake-up pack” when they reach 50 to help them avoid mistakes that could dent their retirement incomes, the chief City regulator has decided. The...Everyone saving in a defined contribution pension scheme is to receive a “wake-up pack” when they reach 50 to help them avoid mistakes that could dent their retirement incomes, the chief City regulator has decided. The...Everyone saving in a defined contribution pension scheme is to receive a “wake-up pack” when they reach 50 to help...
Read the full storyCommuters to get month’s free travel after rail fiasco
Tens of thousands of rail passengers caught up in the chaos over new timetables will be given the equivalent of a month’s free travel as part of a compensation package announced yesterday. Season ticket holders on part of the...Tens of thousands of rail passengers caught up in the chaos over new timetables will be given the equivalent of a month’s free travel as part of a compensation package announced yesterday. Season ticket holders on part of the...Tens of thousands of rail passengers caught up in the chaos over new timetables will be given the equivalent of a...
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From Afghanistan to moors fire front line
Combat soldiers who served in Iraq and Afghanistan were fighting on the home front yesterday as they battled moorland fires that experts warned could last for weeks. Troops from the 4th Battalion, Royal Regiment of Scotland, joined 100...Combat soldiers who served in Iraq and Afghanistan were fighting on the home front yesterday as...Combat soldiers who served in Iraq and Afghanistan were fighting on the home front yesterday as...
Read the full storyWindrush victims ‘violated’ by Home Office failings
The Home Office wrongly detained people, ignored evidence and created a hostile culture during the Windrush scandal, a parliamentary report says. The department’s approach to the cases of two people held in immigration...The Home Office wrongly detained people, ignored evidence and created a hostile culture during the Windrush scandal, a parliamentary report says. The department’s approach to the cases of two people held in immigration...The Home Office wrongly detained people, ignored evidence and created a hostile culture during the Windrush scandal...
Read the full storyIN DEPTH
How Tories could unleash US attack dogs to dig up dirt on Labour
A US-style “opposition research” firm with links to Republican party figures and a controversial American campaign group has been hired by the Conservatives. UK Policy Group was founded last year by Matt Rhoades, Mitt Romney’s...A US-style “opposition research” firm with links to Republican party figures and a controversial American campaign group has been hired by the Conservatives. UK Policy Group was founded last year by Matt Rhoades, Mitt Romney’s...A US-style “opposition research” firm with links to Republican party figures and a controversial American campaign...
Read the full storypolitical sketch
Tantrum by the Beast adds to period drama
the times diary
Bryson berated in small note
WORLD CUP
Eurocrats 1, Ukip 0 (and Farage has an early bath)
Fans watching England play Belgium last night were able to focus on their drinking with both teams having already qualified for the last 16. For Nigel Farage and a gang of Ukip MEPs, however, it was the perfect opportunity for a Brussels...Fans watching England play Belgium last night were able to focus on their drinking with both...Fans watching England play Belgium last night were able to focus on their drinking with both...
Read the full storyWrite to riches
How to get wealthy as a writer, by the people who know
Stefan Herheim
The in-demand opera producer will not work with stars
Richard Morrison
It’s time we know who’s paying for the Lottery’s arts funding
The Big Film
Kevin Maher on the magnificent true-life thriller Adrift
video
Stonehenge hauliers carved a route from Welsh borders
At the heart of Stonehenge lies a six-tonne riddle. The Altar Stone is formed from a purplish-green sandstone that is unlike anything else on the site. Archaeologists believe the stone was hauled to Salisbury Plain from the Welsh borders by...At the heart of Stonehenge lies a six-tonne riddle. The Altar Stone is formed from a...At the heart of Stonehenge lies a six-tonne riddle. The Altar Stone is formed from a...
Read the full storyFly to New York by hypersonic jet
Boeing is working on a hypersonic passenger plane to fly around the world at almost five times the speed of sound. The American aviation giant has unveiled a design for an aircraft with top speeds of more than 3,800mph, while sound travels at 767mph.Boeing is working on a hypersonic passenger plane to fly around the world at almost five times...Boeing is working on a hypersonic passenger plane to fly around the world at almost five times...
Read the full storyDoctor leading cannabis review ‘blocked epileptic boy’s care’
The new head of a panel advising ministers on the medicinal use of marijuana is facing calls to resign after being accused of blocking the treatment of a epileptic boy whose care forced the government to reconsider its position.The new head of a panel advising ministers on the medicinal use of marijuana is facing calls to resign after being accused of blocking the treatment of a epileptic boy whose care forced the government to reconsider its position.The new head of a panel advising ministers on the medicinal use of marijuana is facing calls to resign after being...
Read the full storyPayout for woman who watched her mother die
A woman has received £50,000 in damages after her mother died when medics wrongly sent her home from hospital. Shawna Gordon, then 20, developed post-traumatic stress disorder after watching her mother, 37, die. Harmony Tucker...A woman has received £50,000 in damages after her mother died when medics wrongly sent her home from hospital. Shawna Gordon, then 20, developed post-traumatic stress disorder after watching her mother, 37, die. Harmony Tucker...A woman has received £50,000 in damages after her mother died when medics wrongly sent her home from hospital. Shawna...
Read the full storyRED BOX | COMMENT
Cash is still king for millions who can not afford to lose their ATM
EU plans African asylum camps to limit migrants
The European Union has hardened its asylum policy, unveiling plans to set up processing centres in African countries to try to cut off the flow of migrants across the Mediterranean. Sebastian Kurz, the conservative Austrian chancellor in coalition with the far-right, hailed the change as a victory for anti-immigrant governments who blame the EU’s liberal asylum...The European Union has hardened its asylum policy, unveiling plans to set up processing centres...The European Union has hardened its asylum policy, unveiling plans to set up processing centres...
Read the full storyMerkel gains support with migration deal
newAngela Merkel’s late-night labours in Brussels earned a positive reaction this morning from a senior member of the...Angela Merkel’s late-night labours in Brussels earned a positive reaction this morning from a senior member of the Bavarian conservative party that has brought her coalition to the brink of collapse over migration. The deal driven by Mrs Merkel under threat from the Christian Social Union (CSU) party included a...Angela Merkel’s late-night labours in Brussels earned a positive reaction this morning from a senior member of the Bavarian...
Read the full storyApp helps Chinese to spy on their neighbours
Beijing has created a huge security network that will allow the Chinese to watch CCTV footage from around the country...Beijing has created a huge security network that will allow the Chinese to watch CCTV footage...Beijing has created a huge security network that will allow the Chinese to watch CCTV footage...
Read the full storyMusk’s super-school has no grades, sport or fees
The oddest school in California has no sport, no music, no fixed curriculum, no grades and no marketing but that has...The oddest school in California has no sport, no music, no fixed curriculum, no grades and no...The oddest school in California has no sport, no music, no fixed curriculum, no grades and no...
Read the full storyFirst-quarter GDP revised up to 0.2%
Households dip into savings to maintain spending
newThe UK economy grew at a slightly faster rate than expected in the first three months of the year but households are running down their savings at record levels to maintain weak levels of spending, new figures show. The economy expanded by 0.2 per cent in the first quarter, according to the Office for National Statistics, up from a previous estimate of 0.1 per cent. The...The UK economy grew at a slightly faster rate than expected in the first three months of the year...The UK economy grew at a slightly faster rate than expected in the first three months of the year...
Read the full storyAmigo Loans float makes founder a billionaire
newA self-confessed petty criminal became a billionaire this morning after the subprime lender he founded 12 years ago...A self-confessed petty criminal became a billionaire this morning after the subprime lender he founded 12 years ago was listed on the London stock market close to the top of its valuation range. Shares in Amigo Loans were priced at 275p, giving the Bournemouth-based guarantor lender a market capitalisation of £1.31...A self-confessed petty criminal became a billionaire this morning after the subprime lender he founded 12 years ago was listed...
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Endless meetings, email hell, eternal drudgery: who would want to be a CEO?
The Times CEO Summit is always fascinating for its intimacy: the one time when my colleagues and I get to compare...The Times CEO Summit is always fascinating for its intimacy: the one time when my colleagues and...The Times CEO Summit is always fascinating for its intimacy: the one time when my colleagues and...
Read the full storyMore woe as Deutsche fails Fed stress test
Deutsche Bank has failed the US Federal Reserve’s annual stress test in the latest setback for the troubled German...Deutsche Bank has failed the US Federal Reserve’s annual stress test in the latest setback for...Deutsche Bank has failed the US Federal Reserve’s annual stress test in the latest setback for...
Read the full storyBumps and dents in all the operators
It may simply be the attrition of the great railway privatisation experiment of the past 20 years, but every single homegrown train operator is damaged goods. The reputational damage to Virgin Trains, a joint venture between Stagecoach and Sir...It may simply be the attrition of the great railway privatisation experiment of the past 20 years...It may simply be the attrition of the great railway privatisation experiment of the past 20 years...
Read the full storyStagecoach’s train set is heading for the buffers
In a stark admission that Stagecoach is preparing for potential eviction from Britain’s rail industry, the passenger transport group has slashed its dividend by 35 per cent and pegged future payouts to cashflows from its bus...In a stark admission that Stagecoach is preparing for potential eviction from Britain’s rail industry, the passenger transport group has slashed its dividend by 35 per cent and pegged future payouts to cashflows from its bus...In a stark admission that Stagecoach is preparing for potential eviction from Britain’s rail industry, the passenger...
Read the full storyBrexit pessimism is growing, agents find
British companies have become more pessimistic about the impact of Brexit on their sales, according to the Bank of England. A report from the Bank’s 12 regional agents, the “eyes and ears of Threadneedle Street”, said 49 per...British companies have become more pessimistic about the impact of Brexit on their sales, according to the Bank of England. A report from the Bank’s 12 regional agents, the “eyes and ears of Threadneedle Street”, said 49 per...British companies have become more pessimistic about the impact of Brexit on their sales, according to the Bank of...
Read the full storybusiness commentary
A return ticket that won’t be needed
News in brief
China relaxes foreign investment rules
China has announced it will ease foreign investment restrictions on sectors including banking, car manufacturing and agriculture as Beijing moved to fulfil its promise to open its markets further. The National Development and Reform Commission...China has announced it will ease foreign investment restrictions on sectors including banking...China has announced it will ease foreign investment restrictions on sectors including banking...
Read the full storymarket report
Trade worries dim lights for Europe’s carmakers
Melrose’s share price was knocked down after a German lighting manufacturer’s profit warning weighed on European...Melrose’s share price was knocked down after a German lighting manufacturer’s profit warning...Melrose’s share price was knocked down after a German lighting manufacturer’s profit warning...
Read the full storyRebels’ defeat gives Shire a shot in the arm
The £45 billion takeover of Shire by Takeda has edged closer after attempts by rebel shareholders to frustrate the...The £45 billion takeover of Shire by Takeda has edged closer after attempts by rebel shareholders...The £45 billion takeover of Shire by Takeda has edged closer after attempts by rebel shareholders...
Read the full storyworld cup 2018 | henry winter
A smack in the face for Belgium – but a wake-up call for England
England 0 Belgium 1
This strange game acted as sleeping pill and wake-up call for England. Gareth Southgate’s B team failed to stir into significant life, and the fans could have been forgiven for drifting off for long periods, yet what they glimpsed through sleepy eyes was that England’s options are not as deep and...This strange game acted as sleeping pill and wake-up call for England. Gareth Southgate’s B team failed to stir into significant life, and the fans could have been forgiven for drifting off for long periods, yet what they glimpsed through sleepy eyes was that England’s options are not as deep and...This strange game acted as sleeping pill and wake-up call for England. Gareth Southgate’s B team failed to stir into...
Read the full storyWorld Cup 2018
World Cup power rankings – who are the form teams at Russia 2018?
new1 Uruguay (up 6)
The first side to win all three of their group games without conceding since Argentina in 1998, they will relish the opportunity to end Cristiano Ronaldo’s tournament. It is 541 minutes since Óscar Tabárez’s side last let a goal in and they also displayed more freedom in attack during a convincing dissection of the...1 Uruguay (up 6)
The first side to win all three of their group games without conceding since Argentina in 1998, they will relish the opportunity to end Cristiano Ronaldo’s tournament. It is 541 minutes since Óscar Tabárez’s side last let a goal in and they also displayed more freedom in attack during a convincing dissection of the...1 Uruguay (up 6)
The first side to win all three of their group games without conceding since Argentina in 1998, they...
World Cup 2018
Team of the tournament so far: who impressed in the group stage?
newAnd then there were 16. With last night’s action concluding the group stage in Russia, attention turns to the knockout stage but who has impressed — and who has not? Our World Cup writers pick their team of the tournament so far and select two players who have stood out and two who have disappointed. Do you agree?And then there were 16. With last night’s action concluding the group stage in Russia, attention...And then there were 16. With last night’s action concluding the group stage in Russia, attention...
Read the full storyWorld Cup 2018 | matt dickinson
Henderson, Sterling, Kane: your country needs you
world cup 2018
Know your enemy: Your ultimate guide to Colombia
World Cup 2018 | Matt Dickinson
We should celebrate Maradona for who he is
One of the most memorable places this job has taken me to is to Diego Maradona’s childhood home, though I had to ask...One of the most memorable places this job has taken me to is to Diego Maradona’s childhood home...One of the most memorable places this job has taken me to is to Diego Maradona’s childhood home...
Read the full storyWorld Cup 2018 | Tony Cascarino
England’s system gives opponents too many chances
This was a reality check for England. Their second string were beaten by a weakened Belgium playing in first gear.This was a reality check for England. Their second string were beaten by a weakened Belgium...This was a reality check for England. Their second string were beaten by a weakened Belgium...
Read the full storyWorld Cup 2018
Colombia promise England ‘a fight to the death’
World Cup 2018 | Alyson Rudd
Löw’s failure shows why managers should quit while they’re on top
world cup 2018
Southgate: We had to preserve key players
world cup 2018 | Rick Broadbent
How to cope without football
WORLD CUP 2018 | bill edgar
Poland only win with the heat off
WORLD CUP 2018
Sky’s lonely job, but someone has to do it
World Cup podcast
Will Belgium defeat damage England morale? Natalie Sawyer and our writers discuss
Tennis
Wimbledon draw hands Murray tough first match against Paire
newAndy Murray has avoided the daunting prospect of playing Roger Federer, the eight-times Wimbledon champion, in the opening match on Centre Court on Monday. The draw has instead pitted him against Benoît Paire, the world No 48 from France, in the first round on Tuesday. Paire is eccentric, in his personality and on the court, and will look to expose Murray’s hindered...Andy Murray has avoided the daunting prospect of playing Roger Federer, the eight-times Wimbledon...Andy Murray has avoided the daunting prospect of playing Roger Federer, the eight-times Wimbledon...
Read the full storyMatthew Syed | Andy Murray
‘I want to play for as long as possible – you don’t know what life has coming’
exclusiveShaquille O’Neal was 17. He had just finished basketball camp. He was a talented player but coasting. When he got...Shaquille O’Neal was 17. He had just finished basketball camp. He was a talented player but coasting. When he got home, his mum urged him to try harder. To give more of himself. But O’Neal responded: “I can’t do that right now. Maybe later.” It was his mother’s response that changed everything. “Later doesn’t always...Shaquille O’Neal was 17. He had just finished basketball camp. He was a talented player but coasting. When he got home, his mum...
Read the full storyStuart Fraser | The Slice
Wimbledon right to give Britons qualifying wild cards despite failure
Of the 15 British players across the Wimbledon gentlemen’s and ladies’ singles qualifying events, not one made it through to the main draw. Some will use this as a damning indictment of the state of the game in this country — and yes, there are...Of the 15 British players across the Wimbledon gentlemen’s and ladies’ singles qualifying events...Of the 15 British players across the Wimbledon gentlemen’s and ladies’ singles qualifying events...
Read the full storyGeraint Thomas interview:
‘I don’t mind French fans abusing Sky — as long as we’re winning’
Throughout his career, it has always been difficult to find anyone with a bad word to say about Geraint Thomas — that is until he rides around France wearing a Team Sky jersey. This year’s Tour de France will be the Welshman’s ninth, making him...Throughout his career, it has always been difficult to find anyone with a bad word to say about...Throughout his career, it has always been difficult to find anyone with a bad word to say about...
Read the full storyworld cup 2018 | giles smith
Play-off fever hits Westminster
Premier League
Fulham closer to sealing permanent Mitrovic deal
rowing
Stasi’s doper who inspired Redgrave’s record haul
Jurgen Gröbler has coached 12 gold-medal winning crews at ten Olympic Games, four for East Germany and eight since moving to Great Britain after the collapse of the Berlin Wall. In the words of the authors: “His career compares with no other in...Jurgen Gröbler has coached 12 gold-medal winning crews at ten Olympic Games, four for East...Jurgen Gröbler has coached 12 gold-medal winning crews at ten Olympic Games, four for East...
Read the full storyrugby league
Seven-try victory for Wigan
Racing
Rob Wright’s racing tips
video
World Cup 2018
World Cup Dissected: tactics that have taken England to knockout stage
England are in the knockout stages and have impressed in the group stage with their fluid formation and effective set-pieces. Gareth Southgate’s side enjoyed more than 60 per cent of possession against Tunisia and 59.3 per cent against Panama as...England are in the knockout stages and have impressed in the group stage with their fluid...England are in the knockout stages and have impressed in the group stage with their fluid...
Read the full storyobituary
Joe Jackson
Patriarch of the most famous family in pop music who was accused of being a tyrant but also acknowledged as a clever impresario
obituary
John Stride
Athletic and hot-blooded actor and bon viveur who was considered the golden boy of the National Theatre in the Sixties
obituary
Commander John Neilson
Royal Navy pilot who fought in the Korean War, survived a dramatic jet crash in Nigeria and became addicted to bridge
june 29, 1918
A league of nations
court circular
June 28
weather eye
Echoes of the withering drought of 1976
It’s bone dry this month as well as hot. Hardly a drop of rain has fallen in many parts of the country over the past few weeks, and with little sign of any rain soon this is going to be one of the driest Junes on record. It’s beginning to bring...It’s bone dry this month as well as hot. Hardly a drop of rain has fallen in many parts of the...It’s bone dry this month as well as hot. Hardly a drop of rain has fallen in many parts of the...
Read the full storyHow to get (filthy) rich as a writer, by the people who know
This week we learnt that the average writer earns less than the minimum wage. As Philip Pullman leads the charge for authors to get better deals, James Marriott asks the experts how to write your way to riches
EXHIBITION
The Horniman’s new World Gallery is a revelation
To travel around the world, go to southeast London
MUSIC
Why this opera director won’t work with the stars
Neil Fisher meets the in-demand producer Stefan Herheim
ALBUM REVIEW
Pop: Florence + The Machine: High As Hope
★★★★★
On the standout song from her fifth album Florence Welch displays impeccable judgment. South London Forever is not only a tribute to, as we south Londoners know, the best side of the Thames, but also a beautiful eulogy to youth. “Young...★★★★★
On the standout song from her fifth album Florence Welch displays impeccable judgment. ...★★★★★
On the standout song from her fifth album Florence Welch displays impeccable judgment. ...
Film review
Time Trial
Film review
The Endless
Film review
Patrick
film review
Animal World
Film review
Leave No Trace
Film review
Ryuichi Sakamoto: Coda
Film review
Sicario 2: Soldado
Classic film of the week
55 Days at Peking (1963)
ALBUM REVIEW
Pop: Ray Davies: Our Country: Americana Act II
★★★☆☆
Last year Ray Davies hit a late-career sweet spot with Americana, which was inspired by his love/hate relationship with the country that banned the Kinks at the height of the British Invasion and where he was shot in 2004 after giving...★★★☆☆
Last year Ray Davies hit a late-career sweet spot with Americana, which was inspired by...★★★☆☆
Last year Ray Davies hit a late-career sweet spot with Americana, which was inspired by...
FIRST NIGHT
Theatre: Fun Home at the Young Vic, SE1
first night
Pop: Quincy Jones at The O2, London SE10
DINNER TONIGHT
Lindsey Bareham’s mackerel with peas in wine and tomato
MindGames
The Times Daily Quiz
1 Which 1942 Albert Camus novel opens: “Mother died today. Or maybe yesterday, I don’t know”? 2 In January 1958, who entered the UK singles chart at No 1 with Jailhouse Rock? 3 Which Scottish inventor demonstrated the first colour...1 Which 1942 Albert Camus novel opens: “Mother died today. Or maybe yesterday, I don’t know”? 2...1 Which 1942 Albert Camus novel opens: “Mother died today. Or maybe yesterday, I don’t know”? 2...
Read the full storymarket intelligence
Summer bargain hunting begins
The latest housing market data provides yet more compelling evidence of the slowdown in some regions; the sunshine has not brought out the buyers. While optimism reigns in the Midlands, Wales, Northern Ireland and Scotland, the mood is more sombre in London and the southeast of England. Nationwide’s index shows that prices have dropped by 1.9 per cent in London over the...The latest housing market data provides yet more compelling evidence of the slowdown in some...The latest housing market data provides yet more compelling evidence of the slowdown in some...
Read the full storyThe latest grand designs for tenants
Is squeezing landlords’ profits the way to get more people on to the property ladder? A new centre-right think tank...Is squeezing landlords’ profits the way to get more people on to the property ladder? A new centre-right think tank, Onward, this week called for an end to tax breaks for buy-to-let investors to encourage them to sell. Onward is dedicated to reconnecting the Conservatives to younger voters, many of whom are paying...Is squeezing landlords’ profits the way to get more people on to the property ladder? A new centre-right think tank, Onward...
Read the full storyMARKET INTELLIGENCE
Play to win the school catchment lottery
Anne Ashworth: Big ideas to solve the housing crisis
You wait a long time for a big idea to solve the nation’s housing problems and then two come along at once, as...You wait a long time for a big idea to solve the nation’s housing problems and then two come...You wait a long time for a big idea to solve the nation’s housing problems and then two come...
Read the full storyoutdoors
Trend alert: fun in the sun
Extra large deckchair by Denys & Fielding, £195, notonthehighstreet.com, above Hanging chair by Fieldcandy...Extra large deckchair by Denys & Fielding, £195, notonthehighstreet.com, above Hanging...Extra large deckchair by Denys & Fielding, £195, notonthehighstreet.com, above Hanging...
Read the full storyluxury
How to make a great first impression
You don’t get a second chance to make a good first impression. This means it is vital that properties impress prospective buyers on first sight. We show you how to give your home the wow factor that will attract offers. Driving anticipation
Crispin Holborow, the deputy chairman of Savills’ private office, says: “If you have an exciting drive, you can have an understated...You don’t get a second chance to make a good first impression. This means it is vital that...You don’t get a second chance to make a good first impression. This means it is vital that...
interiors
Lagerfeld’s haute couture Hamburg home
Karl Lagerfeld is one of the most renowned figures in fashion, and as well as being the creative director of his...Karl Lagerfeld is one of the most renowned figures in fashion, and as well as being the creative director of his brand, he oversees the design at Chanel and Fendi. There is confusion about his date of birth — widely accepted to be 1933, although he claims that it is 1938 — but is no doubt about his place of birth...Karl Lagerfeld is one of the most renowned figures in fashion, and as well as being the creative director of his brand, he...
Read the full storyHome of the week
A manor with a regal history
ON THE MARKET
This week’s prime properties
on the market
Move to a house with a tennis court
Scotland: Home of the week
A lochside idyll — with a pub
In the early hours of May 17, 1943 the Ruhr valley in Germany rumbled with the sound of detonating bouncing bombs. They destroyed two hydroelectric dams, but they might not have succeeded had the bombs not been tested secretly on the Glenstriven...In the early hours of May 17, 1943 the Ruhr valley in Germany rumbled with the sound of...In the early hours of May 17, 1943 the Ruhr valley in Germany rumbled with the sound of...
Read the full storySCOTLAND: MARKET INTELLIGENCE
Where to bag a budget seaside home
SCOTLAND: ON THE MARKET
This week’s prime properties in Scotland
SCOTLAND: LEGAL Q&A
Can we get a refund of the additional dwelling supplement?
SCOTLAND: ON THE MARKET
Move to a home with a cellar
Sturgeon drops new education minister over offensive blog
A reshuffle that was supposed to refresh Nicola Sturgeon’s government has been thrown into turmoil after she ditched her choice as education minister after only 29 hours. Gillian Martin saw her frontline political career end before it officially began because of inflammatory comments about...A reshuffle that was supposed to refresh Nicola Sturgeon’s government has been thrown into turmoil after she ditched her choice as education minister after only 29 hours. Gillian Martin saw her frontline political career end before it officially began because of inflammatory comments about...A reshuffle that was supposed to refresh Nicola Sturgeon’s government has been thrown into turmoil after she ditched her choice...
Read the full storyCall for justice reform as Michelle’s killer gets out
The father of a murdered teenager has called for the justice system to be reformed after learning her killer could get out of jail before his 12-year minimum sentence is up. Michelle Stewart was 17 when she was stabbed to death in the street in her home village of Drongan, Ayrshire, by ex-boyfriend John Wilson in 2008. Her family has now...The father of a murdered teenager has called for the justice system to be reformed after learning her killer could get out of jail before his 12-year minimum sentence is up. Michelle Stewart was 17 when she was stabbed to death in the street in her home village of Drongan, Ayrshire, by ex-boyfriend John Wilson in 2008. Her family has now...The father of a murdered teenager has called for the justice system to be reformed after learning her killer could get out of...
Read the full storyKayakers bumped by a friendly humpback
A pair of off-duty police officers on a kayaking trip had to make a quick getaway after an inquisitive humpback whale got up close and hit one of their crafts with its tail. Alan and Kirsty Moore were paddling from the isle of Kerrera to Oban when the whale surfaced. It joined them for 15 minutes in inshore waters...A pair of off-duty police officers on a kayaking trip had to make a quick getaway after an...A pair of off-duty police officers on a kayaking trip had to make a quick getaway after an...
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Celtic lose half their defence
Half of Celtic’s first-choice defence could miss up to three and potentially four Champions League qualifying ties as Brendan Rodgers faces up to a defensive headache caused by the World Cup. Dedryck Boyata of Belgium and Mikael Lustig of Sweden are both through to the last 16 of the tournament with their countries and will play their next World Cup matches on Monday...Half of Celtic’s first-choice defence could miss up to three and potentially four Champions...Half of Celtic’s first-choice defence could miss up to three and potentially four Champions...
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Fleming fears failure to adopt VAR here would be damaging
Scottish football would benefit from the introduction of Video Assistant Referees (VAR) and the country’s officials...Scottish football would benefit from the introduction of Video Assistant Referees (VAR) and the country’s officials risk being excluded from major club and international appointments if it is not taken on by the Scottish Football Association and Scottish Professional Football League, according to John Fleming. The...Scottish football would benefit from the introduction of Video Assistant Referees (VAR) and the country’s officials risk being...
Read the full storyTaoiseach rejects UK’s latest plan for Brexit
The taoiseach has rejected a key proposal from the UK aimed at breaking the deadlock in Brexit talks. It is understood that the British government is working on a plan that would commit the UK to maintaining regulatory alignment and a customs union exclusively for goods after it leaves the European Union. Yesterday Leo Varadkar said that any deal that did not comply...The taoiseach has rejected a key proposal from the UK aimed at breaking the deadlock in Brexit...The taoiseach has rejected a key proposal from the UK aimed at breaking the deadlock in Brexit...
Read the full storyConfidence and supply deal on brink as war of words goes on
The confidence and supply deal between Fine Gael and Fianna Fáil will not be renewed in the light of hostilities...The confidence and supply deal between Fine Gael and Fianna Fáil will not be renewed in the light of hostilities between Leo Varadkar and Micheál Martin, sources in both parties believe. Yesterday the taoiseach questioned Mr Martin’s commitment to the deal that keeps Fine Gael in power, saying that he was sending...The confidence and supply deal between Fine Gael and Fianna Fáil will not be renewed in the light of hostilities between Leo...
Read the full storyHomelessness rise bringing shame on Dáil, says Sinn Féin
The housing minister has described data showing that almost 10,000 people are homeless as “deeply worrying”. There are now 9,846 people living in homeless shelters and hotels after an increase of 57 adults and 137 children in May.The housing minister has described data showing that almost 10,000 people are homeless as “deeply worrying”. There are now 9,846 people living in homeless shelters and hotels after an increase of 57 adults and 137 children in May.The housing minister has described data showing that almost 10,000 people are homeless as “deeply worrying”. There...
Read the full storyConference next month to address power sharing
A meeting of the British-Irish Intergovernmental Conference will be convened at the end of July after an agreement between Leo Varadkar and Theresa May last night. The taoiseach and Simon Coveney, minister for foreign affairs...A meeting of the British-Irish Intergovernmental Conference will be convened at the end of July after an agreement between Leo Varadkar and Theresa May last night. The taoiseach and Simon Coveney, minister for foreign affairs...A meeting of the British-Irish Intergovernmental Conference will be convened at the end of July after an agreement...
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Galway’s ‘fleadh friendly’ actors get warm welcome . . . but no red carpet
“You just don’t expect [Hollywood director] Arthur Penn to come and visit you in hospital.” Miriam Allen, the chief executive of Galway Film Fleadh, was recalling the festival in the summer of 1995 when she found herself being taken to the city’s...“You just don’t expect [Hollywood director] Arthur Penn to come and visit you in hospital.”...“You just don’t expect [Hollywood director] Arthur Penn to come and visit you in hospital.”...
Read the full storyCountry swelters on hottest day since ’76
The highest temperature in 42 years was recorded in Ireland yesterday as Irish Water announced that it was imposing night-time water restrictions in the Greater Dublin area. Met Éireann recorded 32C at Shannon airport yesterday afternoon, the...The highest temperature in 42 years was recorded in Ireland yesterday as Irish Water announced...The highest temperature in 42 years was recorded in Ireland yesterday as Irish Water announced...
Read the full storyMan who filmed sex assault spared more time in jail
A business student who recorded himself sexually assaulting a woman who was asleep will not have to serve a longer jail sentence despite an appeal by prosecutors. The assault only came to light after video clips were retrieved...A business student who recorded himself sexually assaulting a woman who was asleep will not have to serve a longer jail sentence despite an appeal by prosecutors. The assault only came to light after video clips were retrieved...A business student who recorded himself sexually assaulting a woman who was asleep will not have to serve a longer...
Read the full storySuicidal woman was refused an abortion
A woman who was at risk of suicide if her pregnancy continued was initially refused an abortion in Ireland last year. The woman was offered a termination on the grounds that she was at risk of suicide only after she appealed...A woman who was at risk of suicide if her pregnancy continued was initially refused an abortion in Ireland last year. The woman was offered a termination on the grounds that she was at risk of suicide only after she appealed...A woman who was at risk of suicide if her pregnancy continued was initially refused an abortion in Ireland last year.
Read the full storyFoster urges mutual respect at LGBT event
Arlene Foster urged gay people to respect her right to oppose same-sex marriage as she became the first DUP leader to attend an LGBT event. Ms Foster said she did not define anybody by their sexuality as she spoke at the Pink News reception at...Arlene Foster urged gay people to respect her right to oppose same-sex marriage as she became the...Arlene Foster urged gay people to respect her right to oppose same-sex marriage as she became the...
Read the full storyReprieve for school fields after error over plan to build homes
A new application for a housing development on school pitches in Dublin is expected to be submitted after the...A new application for a housing development on school pitches in Dublin is expected to be...A new application for a housing development on school pitches in Dublin is expected to be...
Read the full storyHigh Court right to defer Polish extradition, says EU
Ireland was correct to postpone the extradition of a suspected drugs trafficker because of concerns about the...Ireland was correct to postpone the extradition of a suspected drugs trafficker because of...Ireland was correct to postpone the extradition of a suspected drugs trafficker because of...
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Yellow rattle is flowering in nutrient-poor, species-rich grasslands, on heathland and on managed wildflower meadows. Rhinanthus minor is an annual plant, and a relative of foxgloves and snapdragons, which is apparent when you examine the...Yellow rattle is flowering in nutrient-poor, species-rich grasslands, on heathland and on managed...Yellow rattle is flowering in nutrient-poor, species-rich grasslands, on heathland and on managed...
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Pop: Roger Waters at 3 Arena, Dublin
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When Roger Waters took to the stage and performed some of the most memorable songs from Pink Floyd’s albums Dark Side of the Moon (1973), Wish You Were Here (1975), Animals (1977) and The Wall (1979) they felt as pertinent as when they...★★★★☆
When Roger Waters took to the stage and performed some of the most memorable songs from...★★★★☆
When Roger Waters took to the stage and performed some of the most memorable songs from...
I really won and the media lost, claims Lowry
Michael Lowry has said that he does not feel like a criminal despite being convicted of a tax offence and failing to keep proper books. Lowry railed against Revenue and the media in an interview with Tipp FM yesterday. He...Michael Lowry has said that he does not feel like a criminal despite being convicted of a tax offence and failing to keep proper books. Lowry railed against Revenue and the media in an interview with Tipp FM yesterday. He...Michael Lowry has said that he does not feel like a criminal despite being convicted of a tax offence and failing to...
Read the full storyCoveney rejects call to give asylum seekers one-off amnesty
Simon Coveney has indicated that he will not give a one-off amnesty to asylum seekers who are waiting in direct provision for their cases to be heard as it would “send out the wrong signal”. Brendan Howlin, the Labour party...Simon Coveney has indicated that he will not give a one-off amnesty to asylum seekers who are waiting in direct provision for their cases to be heard as it would “send out the wrong signal”. Brendan Howlin, the Labour party...Simon Coveney has indicated that he will not give a one-off amnesty to asylum seekers who are waiting in direct...
Read the full storySpitfire pilot’s relatives visit wartime crash site
The family of a Royal Air Force pilot have visited the spot where his Spitfire crash-landed in a field in Ireland in the Second World War. Lieutenant Gordon Hayter Proctor bailed out of the plane moments before it plummeted into the field in Co...The family of a Royal Air Force pilot have visited the spot where his Spitfire crash-landed in a...The family of a Royal Air Force pilot have visited the spot where his Spitfire crash-landed in a...
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Top two are in a league of their own
After having too many games packed into a congested period, there is no indication that the upcoming leaner schedule will help the chasing pack to narrow the gap to Cork City and Dundalk. One of the front runners will drop points tonight as they clash at Oriel Park, though that sliver of consolation is tempered by the 15-point buffer they enjoy over third-placed Waterford.After having too many games packed into a congested period, there is no indication that the...After having too many games packed into a congested period, there is no indication that the...
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Souness: I love VAR, it gets you on the edge of your seat
Graeme Souness, a veteran of three World Cups, was belligerent enough over his decorated career to be considered a...Graeme Souness, a veteran of three World Cups, was belligerent enough over his decorated career to be considered a footballing purist. However, he has no qualms about embracing the introduction of the video assistant referee (VAR). There have been a number of controversial incidents at the World Cup, arising from...Graeme Souness, a veteran of three World Cups, was belligerent enough over his decorated career to be considered a footballing...
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Real Brexit dividend is stashed in the bank
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God save our glorious national anthems
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Beggars can be choosers as my £2 offer proved
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Britain’s status as a ‘tier one’ military power
Sir, Professor Michael Clarke summarises excellently the reasons why the UK should remain a “tier one” military power (Thunderer, June 27). However, it is the UK’s overall standing in the world that is at issue. In this context the prime...Sir, Professor Michael Clarke summarises excellently the reasons why the UK should remain a “tier...Sir, Professor Michael Clarke summarises excellently the reasons why the UK should remain a “tier...
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UK: The draw will be announced for the 2018 Wimbledon tennis championships; the Office for National Statistics publishes the UK quarterly national accounts; the House of Lords debates proposals to include the names of mothers on a wedding certificate rather than just fathers.
Belgium: The European Council meeting of EU heads of state and government concludes.
On this day
In 1905 motoring enthusiasts met in London to form the Automobile Association; in 1916 the Irish nationalist Sir Roger Casement, arrested after landing in Ireland from a German submarine, was convicted of treason, and sentenced to death; in 1934 the Nazi purge, Hitler’s Night of the Long Knives, broke the power of the SA (or Storm Troopers), and led to the murder of the SA head, Ernst Roehm; in 1950, in Brazil, the England football team were beaten 1-0 by the USA, a result that some still consider the greatest upset in World Cup history; in 1986 Richard Branson’s boat Virgin Atlantic Challenger II crossed the Atlantic in a record 3 days 8 hr 31 min.
Nature notes
A spectacular sight in pine woods now is the nest of a colony of wood ants. It is an enormous pyramid constructed of conifer needles, twigs and grass, and the ants swarm all over it. Wood ants are very large — about 10mm long — and are orange and dark brown. Inside the great pile are a number of queens, some males to mate with them, and worker ants who climb in the trees and bring back other insects as food. Wood ants do not have a sting, but can squirt formic acid from their rear end and can also bite with their jaws. A common ant that stings is the red ant, which nests underground, often in gardens. Our common black ants, which may live under walls and constantly come into houses, will next month be going on mating flights, with numerous queens and males meeting each other high in the sky. Afterwards the males drop down and die.
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Birthdays today
Adrian Belton, chairman, Stockport NHS Foundation Trust, 62; Charlotte Bingham, playwright and novelist, Coronet among the Weeds (1963), A Dip before Breakfast (2011), 76; Gary Busey, actor, The Buddy Holly Story (1978), 74; Michael Creed, Fine Gael politician, TD for Cork North-West, agriculture, food and the marine minister, 55; John Dawes, rugby union player, Wales (1964-71), and coach, Wales (1974-79), 78; Amanda Donohoe, actress, The Madness of King George (1994), 56; Baroness (Sally) Greengross, president and chief executive, International Longevity Centre UK, 83; Carl Hester, dressage rider, Olympic gold medallist (2012), 51; Lord (Brian) Hutton, Lord of Appeal in Ordinary (1997-2004), 87; Katherine Jenkins, mezzo-soprano, presenter, Songs of Praise, 38; Prof Martin Jones, archaeologist, George Pitt-Rivers professor of archaeological science, University of Cambridge, 67; Fran Kirby, footballer, Chelsea and England women’s teams, 25; Véronique Laury, chief executive, Kingfisher retail group, 53; Bobby McDonagh, ambassador of Ireland to Italy, 64; Bobby McDonagh, ambassador of Ireland to Italy, 64; Anthea McIntyre, Conservative MEP for the West Midlands, 64; Michael McIntyre, yachtsman, Olympic gold medallist (1988), 62; Eric Miska, Herchel Smith professor of molecular genetics, University of Cambridge, 47; Anne-Sophie Mutter, violinist, 55; Giorgio Napolitano, president of Italy (2006-15), 93; Sir Peter Osborne, co-founder (1967), Osborne & Little, 75; Ian Paice,drummer, Deep Purple, 70; David Pittaway, QC, treasurer of the Inner Temple (2017), 63; Baroness (Usha) Prashar, deputy chairwoman of trustees, British Council, 70; Mark Radcliffe, DJ and Radio 2 presenter, 60; Nicole Scherzinger, pop singer, the Pussycat Dolls (2003-10), 40; Ruth Smeeth, Labour Party MP for Stoke-on-Trent North, 39; Devin Toner, rugby union player, Leinster and Ireland, 32; Marcus Wareing, chef, 48; Matthew Weiner, writer and producer, creator of Mad Men (2007-15), 53; Rt Rev Trevor Williams, chairman, Christian Aid Ireland, Bishop of Limerick and Killaloe (2008-14), 70.
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