Victory, but not a triumph, for Emmanuel Macron
Emmanuel Macron is the first leader of France to be elected for a second term since Jacques Chirac in 2002. Like his predecessor, he was fortunate to…
The fragile artworks you will see, but can never touch
Last week, the holographic Petite Danseuse was in San Francisco and soon it will emerge in Hong Kong. The hologram, developed by American company Proto, appears inside…
BBC’s ‘most ambitious environmental series yet’ looks more like a travel jolly
It doesn’t take long to identify the main problem with Our Changing Planet (BBC One), the latest series from the BBC’s Natural History Unit. It starts in…
Grace, series 2, review: John Simm’s gloomy detective looks set to become an ITV staple
Still dealing with the repercussions of his wife’s unexplained disappearance and his decision to consult a medium on a previous case (a habit that, it transpired, he…
Brexit was supposed to take back control of immigration. It hasn’t
From the application of human rights laws to the analysis of statistics, immigration can be a complex subject, and the public debate about it can be deeply…
Boris Johnson writes to Angela Rayner to insist ‘Basic Instinct’ claim was not in his name
The claims were also condemned by ministers. Mr Johnson’s message was retweeted by Simon Clarke, Treasury minister, and Nadine Dorries, Culture Secretary, posted the same tweet. Sajid…
Boris Johnson pushes for families to take up childcare support in cost-of-living crisis
Government officials are preparing to launch a new campaign to raise awareness about the tax-free childcare allowance, a scheme under which parents can claim up to £500…
From maverick disruptor to Brexit bad cop: Ten moments that defined Emmanuel Macron’s first term as president
Emmanuel Macron ascended the steps of the Élysée Palace to become France’s new president after an extraordinary rise to power. He was greeted by François Hollande, a…
Jamie Wallis, Britain’s first openly transgender MP, breaks silence on transitioning
Britain’s first openly transgender MP has spoken about transitioning for the first time, warning that the debate around trans issues had become “toxic”. Jamie Wallis, the Conservative…
Angela Rayner condemns ‘perverted’ claim she distracts Boris Johnson at PMQs with ‘Basic Instinct ploy’
On Sunday morning, Ms Rayner said the claims were “desperate” and “perverted” and suggested they could discourage women who want to work in Westminster. “Women in politics…
Photographer to the stars Marilyn Stafford: ‘Einstein asked how my camera worked’
Marilyn Stafford, 96, is an American-born British photographer who found fame as a freelance photojournalist from the mid-1960s to 1980, when she retired. Covering both fashion and…
Questor: the potential to grow margins makes Reckitt stand out. Keep buying
The company’s online sales have grown by more than 85pc over the past two years and now account for 12pc of the total. They are expected to…
‘Johnsons ruined my favourite suit jacket and won’t compensate me to buy a new one’
Has a company treated you unfairly? Our Consumer Champion is available to help. For how to contact her click here. Dear Katie, I regularly use the Johnsons located…
Desperate people are calling energy firms for help – but there’s no one on the other end
Scottish Power’s helpline, which used to open between 8am and 8pm, is now only available between 8.30am and 7pm. However, Keith Anderson, the firm’s chief executive, told…
Delays of up to six months as council tax rebate scheme descends into chaos
North Tyneside council described the rebate scheme as a “significant challenge” and said it hoped to make payments in May. However, it hinted that some people could…
How City veterans invested their way through the war and inflation of the 1970s
Duncan Gwyther of the wealth manager Quilter Cheviot, who started his investment career in 1976, said investing in assets that tracked the performance of oil was one…
Ask the expert: ‘Can you explain the daft French ‘priorité à droite’ rule?’
Alex Robbins is contributing editor at Telegraph Cars where, as well as responding to readers’ queries, he also contributes reviews of new and used cars, together with…
The reinvention of the 60-year-old man
Let’s be clear: I don’t feel that I am in competition with these fellows. I don’t measure my appearance against Clooney, or my achievements against Obama – just…
Three easy ways to eat mindfully and lose weight
Obesity is back in the headlines with a new study from Cancer Research UK finding that being overweight substantially increases the risk of women developing womb cancer….
Double-barrelled surnames aren’t just for toffs any more
I’m sorry to tell you that I recently became obsessed with the wedding of Brooklyn Beckham and his bride, Nicola Peltz. Given the highbrow topics I discuss…
Christians are safe and thriving in Jerusalem
On the day before Christmas Eve, I stood in the Jaffa Gate of the Old City of Jerusalem with Issa Kassissieh, a Christian Arab and, as Jerusalem’s…
Over-cautious and hyper-woke, Netflix deserves to fail
I was a subscriber to Netflix’s DVD rental service back in the old days, and it was a lovely feeling knowing that, for the first time in…
British conservatism used to be the model, now it is a cautionary tale
It all seemed so different a year ago. Arriving in the United States in early 2021, I assumed that there was much for US conservatives to learn…
France’s next leader will inherit a tinderbox
Whoever is announced as France’s next president at eight o’clock sharp tonight, whether Emmanuel Macron or Marine Le Pen, had better savour their victory lap. For awaiting…
At last, my unfashionable kitchen is back in style
In his report on the house that is now our home, the surveyor concluded that it was in fair nick for a building so venerable. He added,…