78 minutes ago Pretty UK town with a rich history and famous beach is the perfect winter staycation destination

With independent shops, a famous beach and the world's oldest golf course, this town is worth a visit all year round

Politics

2 hours ago Hospital wards 'full to bursting' with patients suffering respiratory and flu symptoms amid 'quad

Dr Ian Higginson has warned half of Britain's A&E units are at full capacity because of the sharp increase in winter illnesses.

Science

2 hours ago Nearly a quarter of people ‘have already booked overseas holidays for 2025’

Those planning a holiday abroad expect to spend £1,753 on average while those going on a UK-based trip plan to spend £784.

Politics

3 hours ago 2m x 6m with a composting toilet: New Zealand embraces tiny home living

Housing affordability and desire for a movable home among the reasons growing numbers are opting for petite dwellings across New ZealandTwo years ago, when New Zealand school teacher Liberty Van Voorthuysen was looking for a much-needed break from teaching, she ditched her classroom and signed up for a free construction course. Van Voorthuysen had set herself a fairly low bar: learn how to use power tools. But she left with much more – the skills to build her own tiny home.The 34-year-old bought the shell of a small house, parked it in a Nelson paddock at the top of the South Island, installed solar panels and added a composting toilet. The dwelling measures 6m x 2.4m and is 4m tall. The space took a bit of getting used to and the outdoor shower is “pretty gnarly in winter,” Van Voorthuysen says. But she has learned to be resourceful. Continue reading...

Politics

3 hours ago Ange Postecoglou sees a bigger picture with potential new arrivals at Tottenham

Spurs will aim to be active during the winter transfer window.

Politics

3 hours ago Brendan Rodgers insists Celtic are ready for exhausting workload but reveals the big festive miss he used to LOVE

No winter break for the first time in four years means the Hoops face a draining run of fixtures at home and abroad.

Politics

4 hours ago Cristiano Ronaldo sports matching pyjamas with his family in Lapland while Coleen Rooney shares sweet family festive snap as they lead the stars celebrating Christmas Day

Leading the way was Cristiano Ronaldo, who gushed that 'the most important part of Christmas' is family, as he shared a cosy snap with his girlfriend and children.

Politics

5 hours ago Undersea power cable linking Finland and Estonia hit by outage, prompting investigation

Finland’s prime minister says authorities are investigating an interruption in a power cable under the Baltic Sea between his country and Estonia

Events

6 hours ago NBA Christmas 2024: Knicks hold off Wembanyama’s monster holiday debut

Bridges’ season-high 41 leads Knicks to 117-114 winWembanyama scores 42 in monster Christmas debutMikal Bridges scored a season-high 41 points, and the New York Knicks overcame 42 from Victor Wembanyama in a monster Christmas debut to edge the San Antonio Spurs 117-114 on Wednesday.Wembanyama set a Spurs’ record for points on the holiday and added 18 rebounds, four assists and four blocked shots. The reigning Western Conference player of the week made six three-pointers. Continue reading...

Politics

6 hours ago Debenhams sale reduces £79 bedding to £33 with a 'luxury hotel' look and feel

With an all-seasons duvet you can get the best of both worlds - making sure you're nice and toasty in the winter without roasting alive in mid-August

Economics