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JK Rowling has been defended by Andrew Doyle after brutally shutting down Emma Watson’s “ignorant” offer of reconciliation.Speaking to GB News, the commentator declared that although it is a “nice sentiment”, the Harry Potter actress is still “cosying up to a movement that wants JK Rowling dead”.Speaking on the Jay Shetty podcast, Ms Watson publicly spoke of the feud for the first time: “I really don’t believe that by having had that experience and holding the love and support and views that I have means that I can’t and don’t treasure Jo and the person that I had personal experiences…

Digital driving licences will be launching this year for millions of drivers, as Britons adapt to Prime Minister Keir Starmer’s pledge to introduce a digital ID card.A free digital ID card for people living in the UK will be rolled out in the future as the Government aims to crack down on illegal migrants working.The Prime Minister said the scheme would be mandatory for Right to Work checks by the end of Parliament, describing the digital ID as an “enormous opportunity”.The rollout of the digital ID is reportedly expected to make it simpler to apply for Government services, including driving…

Several papers are reporting on Chancellor Rachel Reeves’s speech at the Labour conference and speculation the government could raise taxes in the November Budget. The Financial Times reports Reeves has urged supporters to “have faith” while also insisting she will not relax fiscal rules to boost spending, as some critics have pushed for. Remarks by Darren Jones, chief secretary to Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer, are also quoted where he refused to rule out higher income tax, VAT or national insurance rates.Playing on Labour’s 1997 campaign anthem, Things can only get better, the Metro reports that Labour says things are…

Hector BellerinFormer Arsenal footballer Hector Bellerin is one of the highest-profile footballers to use their significant platform and voice to talk about sustainability. Now a Real Betis player, the 30-year-old has taken a leadership role as the chief ambassador for Forever Green – his club’s non-profit sustainability programme. Bellerin’s passion for sustainability has also seeped through into his clothes. Last year, he released his own clothing brand, which works with deadstock materials to reduce waste.He previously set up an initiative to plant 3,000 trees in the Amazon for every win his team achieved during his time at Arsenal, and has…

A police incident was causing widespread disruption on the M62 earlier. Highways England reported delays of up to 40 minutes between junctions 11 at Birchwood and 12 at the M60 Eccles Interchange at about 9:15 BST.The delays are also being affected by a separate incident in Bolton, with the M61 northbound between junction 2 for A666 and the A6053 also seeing congestion. Manchester’s Bee Network said due to congestion at the A666 on St Peters Way and Bradford Street, the following bus services were experiencing delays: 6, 22, 36, 471, 501 and 524.

Ten fire engines and around 70 firefighters have been called to a building fire on High Street in Beckenham. The blaze broke out near an Odeon cinema in the South London town.The London Fire Brigade has urged the public to avoid the area and keep windows and doors closed due to smoke travel.Half of the roof of a mixed-use building, currently under refurbishment, remains alight, according to the fire service.The second and first floors of the building are also partially on fire.A member of the public recorded a video of the blaze around 8:30 this morning.Thick black smoke can be…

Carol Vorderman has been branded “deluded” and faced a barrage of complaints after she took a dig at the People’s Channel when unleashing a rather damning verdict about Prime Minister Keir Starmer’s future in Number 10.The TV presenter, who gleefully celebrated Labour’s election win last year, claimed Mr Starmer doesn’t have a future as leader of the country and cited GB News and “right-wing newspapers” as contributing factors as to why. In a discussion with author Carole Cadwalladr, Ms Vorderman’s assessment began: “You know, we’re looking ahead to the next election. Again, boo me, please. Keir Starmer — this is…

Meghan Markle’s close friend, Kelly McKee Zajfen, has opened up about the strong bond she shares with the Duchess of Sussex.Ms McKee Zajfen was answering a Q&A on social media when she was asked about her friendship with Meghan.The former model wrote on Instagram: “I’ve actually known her for almost 20 years?”“She even came to my wedding (15 years ago!), and she’s been the most amazing, nurturing, fun, loving human.””She’s been by my side, especially since Georgie died, and I cherish our friendship very much.”Ms McKee Zajfen was answering a Q&A on social media when she was asked about her…

Families across Britain are rushing to shield their wealth from impending inheritance tax (IHT) reforms.Life insurance premiums jumped by 18 per cent to reach £447million in the year ending March 2025.The surge represents a £69million increase from the previous year’s £378million, according to data from TWM Solicitors.The rise follows last year’s Budget announcement that will bring pensions, agricultural property and business assets under IHT rules, which is set to come into effect from April 2026 and April 2027.Duncan Mitchell-Innes, partner and deputy head of private client at TWM Solicitors, said: “Other than gifting assets, there are fewer and fewer ways…

Motorists who received penalties for driving through an illegal traffic restriction zone in south London have received minimal compensation months after a court ordered full reimbursement.Lambeth Council has returned just £126,715 from a total of £1,465,875 collected through the West Dulwich low-traffic neighbourhood scheme.The High Court declared the traffic restrictions unlawful in May, requiring the local authority to reimburse all penalties issued.According to Freedom of Information data obtained by campaigners, merely 1,662 penalty notices have been refunded as of 26 September.The council maintains it cannot process automatic reimbursements, stating that motorist information is removed from their systems after six months.The…