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A Derbyshire woman who built a following on TikTok by guiding people through the disability benefits application process says she is being unfairly accused of teaching claimants to game the system.Sara Middleton, 47, is described as a “sickfluencer” – a chronic illness influencer who creates content aimed at helping eligible individuals access government support.The mother-of-one began gaining attention on the platform after posting a video criticising welfare reform last spring.”The biggest misconception is that you can help someone cheat the system, all I’m trying to do is educate,” she said.She maintains accusations of helping people “cheat, scam or hack the…

Sir Keir Starmer has set out the “staggring” timeline of Lord Mandelson’s failed security vetting.In a statement to the House of Commons, he told MPs: “Last Tuesday evening, April 14, I found out for the first time that on January 29, 2025, before Peter Mandelson took up his position as ambassador, the Foreign Official officials granted him developed vetting clearance against the specific recommendation of the United Kingdom Security Vetting that developed vetting clearance should be denied.“Not only that, the Foreign Office officials who made that decision did not pass this information to me, to the Foreign Secretary, to her…

Apple has confirmed Tim Cook will step down from his role as chief executive officer of the tech giant in September.Mr Cook will become chairman of the Silicon Valley company and will be succeeded by John Ternus, Apple’s senior vice president of Hardware Engineering, who will become CEO on September 1, 2026. This business decision, which was approved unanimously by the multinational conglomerate’s Board of Directors, follows a thoughtful, long-term succession planning process.Mr Cook has confirmed he will continue in his role as CEO through the summer as he works closely with his successor during the transition process.Tim Cook is…

Aldi’s much-loved garden collection is making its way back to stores, and shoppers will want to act fast.The Garden Marrakesh range arrives this Thursday, April 23, with Garden Hero products following on April 30 and May 3. According to the retailer, the star of the show is the upgraded Kamado BBQ at £244.99, which hits shelves on May 3. This grill can smoke, chargrill and sear, featuring a stainless-steel rack, temperature gauge and handy wooden folding side tables.There’s also a brand-new Standing Egg Chair for £139.99, boasting natural wicker construction, comfy cushions and a fold-out side table for drinks. This…

Newcastle will sell Anthony Gordon if Bayern Munich match their £75m valuation, Manchester United keeping close eye on Aurelien Tchouameni and Yan Diomande top target to replace Mohamed Salah at Liverpool. Newcastle will sell Anthony Gordon, 25, to Bayern Munich if the German champions match their £75m valuation for the England forward. (Times – subscription required) , externalManchester United, who are looking to sign at least two midfielders this summer, are keeping a close eye on 26-year-old France international Aurelien Tchouameni’s situation at Real Madrid. (Telegraph – subscription required), externalRB Leipzig and Ivory Coast winger Yan Diomande, 19, is now…

Visitors arriving in Swindon can now catch their first glimpse of a charming thatched farmhouse that had been obscured for years by road signage.Swindon Borough Council removed a large directional sign at Coate last Friday, finally unveiling the Richard Jefferies Museum to motorists travelling from the M4 and A419.The community museum occupies the birthplace of the celebrated Victorian nature writer, and staff described the moment as historic.A spokesman for the museum said: “A moment in history… changing everyone’s view as they enter our town. Thank you Swindon Borough Council!”The change is expected to have a transformative effect on the site’s…

Your Party MP Zarah Sultana has been suspended by Speaker Lindsay Hoyle after accusing Sir Keir Starmer of being a “barefaced liar”.Ms Sultana told MPs: “He [Keir Starmer] defended him and now he claims to know nothing. “He is gaslighting the nation, so let’s call this out for what it is. The Prime Minister is a barefaced liar.”The Speaker interjected Ms Sultana, declaring: “Leave now! I’ll name you otherwise. I’d go now if I were you.”Refusing the leave, the Speaker then suspended the MP, telling the House: “It’s my duty to carry out and control this house. I name Zarah…

Princess Beatrice and Eugenie have been “snubbed” from Queen Elizabeth II’s 100th birthday celebrations, a royal commentator has said.Prince Harry and Meghan Markle, fresh from their controversial tour of Australia last week, are also set to miss out, while the late monarch’s beloved grandchildren, Peter and Zara Phillips, Lady Louise Windsor and James, Earl of Wessex, are not expected to be present.The events held around April 21, the day the late Queen would have turned 100, are thought to be official engagements, meaning only working royals are likely to be present.But royal commentator Richard Fitzpatrick has claimed Beatrice and Eugenie…

More than six million Britons will be eligible for a free £100 cash bonus from Nationwide Building Society after a recent overhaul in the banking sector.Former Virgin Money customers will become eligible for Nationwide’s annual £100 Fairer Share payment starting next year, following the completion of the business transfer earlier this month.Approximately half of Virgin Money’s 6.3 million account holders have now joined the building society as members, including those with personal current accounts, savings products, and mortgages.The payment is deposited directly into qualifying members’ bank accounts each year. However, these new members will not receive the bonus this year,…

David Burke, known professionally as D4vd, has been charged with first-degree murder with special circumstances in connection with the death of 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez, Los Angeles County District Attorney Nathan Hochman announced on Monday.The 21-year-old faces the possibility of life imprisonment without parole or the death penalty.Prosecutors allege special circumstances including lying in wait, killing a witness to an investigation, and murder for financial gain.Mr Burke was arrested last Thursday at his Hollywood Hills home by officers from the LAPD’s robbery-homicide division and has been held without bail since.David Burke, known professionally as D4vd, has been charged with first-degree…