Ukraine is suffering the full horror of war
Anyone who imagined that modern warfare would be a relatively clean affair involving drones, cyber attacks and rapid special forces strikes on military targets will have been…
Putin will live to regret a war that has united Europe against him
Until a few days ago, things were going about as well as Vladimir Putin could have hoped for. He’d established that no country would fight with Ukraine,…
Amol Rajan Interviews Ian McKellen, review: this Hollywood heavyweight doesn’t need silly questions
One slight problem underlying Amol Rajan Interviews: Ian McKellen (BBC Two) was that the last time the two met, McKellen told Rajan that he would never perform…
Food drops inside Ukraine by British planes are unlikely as ministers fear they may be shot down
Ms Truss said: “Well, you are absolutely right about the dire situation, and the United Kingdom has sent teams to the border to assist, particularly in Poland,…
We won’t let oligarchs use ‘deep pockets’ to silence critics, says Dominic Raab
Oligarchs will be prevented from using their “deep pockets” to silence critics, Dominic Raab has said. The Justice Secretary promised measures, to be announced shortly, that will…
Boris Johnson sanctions Russian oligarchs Alisher Usmanov and Igor Shuvalov
On Thursday night, the US State Department went further, imposing visa bans on 19 Russian oligarchs and dozens of their family members and close associates. The UK…
Former education secretary Gavin Williamson knighted
Mary Bousted, the joint general secretary of the NEU teaching union, said: “Honours such as this should be a reward for honourable service and being effective and…
Scotland set for surge in people applying to change gender
There could be a 10-fold increase the number of people applying to change their gender in Scotland after controversial legislation abolished the need for medical diagnosis. Shona…
Brexit on back burner as Ukraine war hits Boris Johnson’s ability to trigger Article 16
The impact of trade restrictions on kosher food has been a cause of concern. The Jewish community in Northern Ireland “are unable to access kosher goods” and…
Florida governor tells people to remove face masks, saying: ‘Stop this Covid theatre’
DeSantis’s office did not immediately respond to a request comment. His spokeswoman, Christina Pushaw, has tweeted defences of the governor’s comments, writing: “I mean, someone had to…
Two superyachts seized as Europe cracks down on oligarchs
German authorities have reportedly seized a $600m (£448m) yacht belonging to Russian billionaire Alisher Usmanov, while France has impounded a yacht belonging to Igor Sechin, the Rosneft…
‘Peacemaker’ or casual observer: what China could do next during Russia’s war on Ukraine
China’s official media has also avoided calling Russia’s action an “invasion”, urging restraint on “all parties”. Social media has been less restrained, with nationalist bloggers, always allowed…
Russia’s economy is collapsing – here’s how to protect your savings
The Russian economy has fallen into turmoil as the West applies economic sanctions, the value of the rouble collapses and global companies sell off their stakes in…
Is my pension pot on track for a comfortable retirement?
A life of luxury would cost a single person £31,000 every year or £41,000 for a two-person household, the Which? report found. Someone who could take that…
How to help your children buy a house in the UK without giving away cash
In this instance, generous family members need to consider whether their savings would be better invested elsewhere, where they could earn a higher return. It is also…
Questor: as investors’ nerves fray, here are some trusts that are looking like bargains
Also on our list are two other trusts that invest in smaller British companies: River & Mercantile UK Micro Cap, 28pc lower since May 2021, and Montanaro…
‘My energy bill costs more than my mortgage’
Mark Aldrich, 47, from Warwickshire, will pay more for gas and electricity from next month than he spends on his mortgage. His energy supplier, Bulb, has increased…
‘Technology shares have nosedived – is it time to cash out?’
Different investment styles fall in and out of favour in the stock market. For the past decade, “growth” investing has been the best place to be, as…
Home buyers battle record 135-day delays as property market breaks down
Sellers are also feeling the pain of a system that cannot cope. In February 2007, the average sale took 102 days to complete. Now, the process takes…
Cost of a loaf of bread to rise 20pc as Ukraine war sparks wheat shortage
British shoppers face paying 20pc more for a loaf of bread because of a global shortage of wheat. The price of the crop has jumped by 75pc…
‘I’m nine and have £17,000 saved in my Isa’
Mr Chatterton Dickson said he would not be overly prescriptive about how the money is eventually spent. “I would like it to go to something that will…
The problem of ‘blinding’ car headlights – and how to stay safe on the road
LEDs give off a very directional light, which means if one is pointing straight at you it will appear far brighter than a halogen lamp. But the…
The 10 best fuel saving tips every driver should know
As fuel prices seem to get more expensive by the day, finding ways to reduce your fuel consumption has never been more relevant. Focus on these simple…
It’s going to get Messi: we try the world’s best footballer’s brand-new burger
Seven Ballon d’Ors, four Champions Leagues, 10 Spanish titles, a Copa America, 786 goals, one enormous burger. It would be a stretch to call this the highlight…
Five white wines to make you look on the bright side
Taste the Difference Coteaux du Giennois 2020, Loire, France (13%, Sainsbury’s, £11, down to £10 until March 22) From an appellation north of the more famous Sancerre…