Kim Cotton was the UK's first surrogate mother - a decision which changed her life forever and made her one of the most controversial women in Britain in the 80s

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A cocktail of Covid-19 and the cost-of-living crisis has left larger ‘chrome and carpet’ venues high and dry as struggling chains look to party bars‘A taste of Ibiza in grotty King’s Cross’: memories of closed UK nightclubsWhen the patrons of Watford’s Pryzm nightclub celebrated New Year’s Eve on 31 December 2023, they were marking the end of an era, or rather, the end of seven eras. Like every beloved local club, the venue had been known by multiple names over the years: Top Rank, Bailey’s, Paradise Lost, Kudos, Destiny and Oceana.Now, it will be reincarnated no more, after failing to reach a deal with its landlord. Continue reading...

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Steam's Winter Sale is finishing soon, so be sure to grab the bargains while you can across Steam Deck and PC as we cover the end date – and when you can expect the next sale

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The moving scene showed an emotional Mick describing Smithy as a second son to himself and wife Pam, after they struggled to conceive another child.

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After the bustle of the festive period, New Year's Eve is the final opportunity to dress up before we prepare to hibernate in our pyjamas all January.

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There's still time to make plans for the end of the year

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John Torode's wife Lisa Faulkner has opened up about her feelings around New Year's Eve, claiming there is always so much pressure to 'have a good time'

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There were no shortage of wacky properties to hit the market this year, including nuclear bunkers, a studio with a cell and a replica of the HMS Endeavour

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The Remington Shea Soft Straightener is loved by shoppers who praised the 'perfect' hair tool, and it's currently on offer

Economics

Giuliani pleads to federal judge to reject proposed sanctions in flurry of Christmas Eve court documents

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Ringing in the New Year without rinsing out the wallet. Here's the grifter's guide to watching the London fireworks without a ticket

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Princess Beatrice was among the Royal Family members who attended the Christmas Day service at Sandringham - and her outfit held a special significance.

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Viewers have claimed ITV has 'run out of ideas' after the UK broadcaster aired two hours of TikToks on Christmas Eve.

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Let's face it: sometimes Santa gets it wrong, no matter how many 'subtle' suggestions you send or Christmas lists you write.

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While some people went bargain hunting in the sales, others were out watching horse racing.

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The footage was filmed on Christman Eve in Armagh, Northern Ireland, when the woman in the video was dropping off presents at her friend's house.

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A Reddit user challenged others to find a piece of Lego their child dropped on the carpet, with intricate patterns and a range of colours

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North-east England will enjoy the brightest weather of the day, with some sunshine in Aberdeenshire in the afternoon and temperatures of about 10C to 12C across the country

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The Ariana Grande Cloud perfume is currently on offer at Debenhams. The fragrance has been a hit with shoppers who have left rave reviews about the scent

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Teeth whitening experts MySweetSmile are treating us to a massive Boxing Day sale.

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"We also ask people to check gardens, sheds and outbuildings in case he has sought shelter."

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Painting apparently sold on Chinese Instagram equivalent Xiaohongshu

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Outnumbered made its long-awaited return to screens with a one-off special on Thursday, offering fans a glimpse at the famous Brockman family, 10 years after the original series ended.

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Accountancy giant PwC's predictions for 2025 include jump in electric car sales and green energy production, plus "bright spots" for UK economy

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The PS5 is the cheapest it has been all year

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Outnumbered made its long-awaited return to screens with a one-off special on Thursday, offering fans a glimpse at the famous Brockman family, 10 years after the original series ended.

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Anyone for Tom Kerridge's 'epic' turkey sub'that'll 'keep you going until New Year's Eve'?

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It's the ideal budget buy for making festive picky teas and party spreads

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The Ariana Grande Cloud Eau De Parfum has been reduced by 20% at Debenhams

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Police forces on either side of London are urgently asking for information on the whereabouts of a 16-year-old girl who vanished from her home in Watford on Christmas Eve

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My wife and I are ‘one and done’ on kids. We’re also ‘one and done’ with unsolicited advice about our decisionFor a few years now, I’ve kept a few vials of a stranger’s sperm on ice. Not just hanging out in my freezer next to the frozen peas, to be clear. They’re in a fancy cryobank and every six months a $285 charge pops up on my credit card statement for the privilege of storing them.I’ve been justifying that hefty price tag as the cost of keeping my options open. My wife and I have a perfect little three-year-old girl and we’ve ummed and ahhed about having another one. (I won’t get into the specifics of assisted reproduction, but if you’re a same-sex female couple, then sperm is kinda key.) We’ve held on to our toddler’s baby things just in case a second one appears: our basement is full of boxes of old toys and clothes. It looks like we’re going to have to clear out and cancel that sperm storage, however – we’ve finally decided that we are firmly in the “one and done” club.Arwa ...

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After being evicted and living in unsafe conditions, families like Emma, Aimee, and Zee are finding hope this Christmas, thanks to Shelter's support in securing safe, stable homes

Society

Having tried and tested tons of hair curling tools, beauty writer Lucy Addicott has finally found a favourite and it's currently on sale for less than £17

Economics

Still haven’t organised a solid New Year’s Eve Plan? Here’s a handpicked list of the best club nights to ring in 2025

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Katie Price finds the Christmas period challenging with her eldest child, Harvey.

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He played the youngest member of a TV family, complete the well-meaning father, the loving mother, the unsophisticated teen and the live-in relative with weird habits.

Society

A Sainsbury's shopper has shared the amazing bargain they found in the supermarket's post-Christmas sale - and people are seriously impressed with the price they paid for the turkey

Economics

Two Utah brothers miraculously survived a giant avalanche one of them triggered while they were riding snowmobiles through the backcountry on Christmas Eve.

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Are you a healthcare professional working on your feet all day? The New Balance 327 trainers promise to offer 'all-day comfort" and are currently enjoying 50% off in post-Christmas sale

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Lauryn Goodman was bought a £2.4 million house when Kyle Walker was attempting to keep the paternity of their second child a secret - she's since redesigned the interior and it looks stunning

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Shoppers were quick to snap up the "fabulous" designer watch, which some claim 'reminds them of a Rolex'

Economics

Kim, 44, has been slammed by trolls on social media for 'allowing' her 11-year-old daughter North West to wear an 'inappropriate' outfit.

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From nourishing cleansers to comprehensive skincare sets, there's plenty to choose from over at Medik8.

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Are you hosting an NYE party or heading off to one? With the Boxing Day sales kicking off, today is the perfect opportunity to pick up your partywear and save some pennies

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Enjoy deals across beauty, home, fashion, tech and more

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The only child of the Beatles legend and Yoko Ono came under fire after remarking online about the levels of influence that the tech billionaire is wielding on US politics in recent weeks

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The New Balance 327 trainers have been praised by teachers and nurses for being ' trendy and comfortable' and are now on sale with 50% off- nab them while stocks last.

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Bring in the New Year with brilliant bargains from everyone’s favourite one-stop-shop

Society

A number of clubs are said to be eyeing the Honduran with his days at Celtic said to be 'numbered'

Economics

This Ninja Smart Kettle that customers have praised for 'saving on energy costs' thanks to its precise temperature controls, is now its lowest-ever price in this flash sale

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If you can’t be bothered with an LBD, opt for a classic that’s casual but shouts party pizzazzThere is a moment about halfway through Christmas dinner when the cracker hats have slipped askew, shoes been kicked off under the table and belts un-notched, that marks the official end of the season of Making An Effort. A frenzied month of putting on mascara in the work loos and shivering on the way home because you are wearing your fancy coat instead of your warm one is over, up in flames along with the Christmas pudding brandy. Time to breathe out, shift into a lower gear, adjust to the sacred interlude of cheese and telly, half-eaten chocolate reindeers and gap-toothed jigsaws that is Twixmas.So it can feel a little tricky, a few days later, to go full jazz-hands for New Year’s Eve. But that’s what we are doing. Continue reading...

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Teenage employment adviser Elizabeth Benassi successfully sued her former employer Maximus UK Services after she was 'treated like a child' for wearing trainers into work.

Economics

Frankie Bridge is the queen of glamour, and her latest look is no different. The star wowed in a crystal-embellished outfit that's perfect for New Year's Eve celebrations

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The big day is over for another year but the festive spirit is still in full swing. In fact, many claim the best bit of the festive season is this in-between period - but what is it actually called?

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Teenage employment adviser Elizabeth Benassi successfully sued her former employer Maximus UK Services after she was 'treated like a child' for wearing trainers into work.

Economics

Since tying the knot with controversial rapper Kanye West nearly three years ago, Bianca Censori has gained worldwide attention for her shocking, X-rated style.

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Those celebrating Hogmanay in Scotland next week may be hit by ‘disruptive weather’, according to the Met Office

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Debenhams has reduced the price of the 'beautiful' perfume from Ariana Grande's popular range, with reviewers quick to praise the long-lasting scent

Economics

The shoppers who did brave an early morning said they were 'disappointed and underwhelmed' by the offers

Events

The sales can be somewhat daunting but they're also a great chance to snag a deal you might otherwise miss

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Frenzied scenes erupted across Bicester Village, in Oxfordshire, as hordes of shoppers joined huge queues to snap up some of the site's biggest discounts ever.

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Marc Drostle left London and headed to Aviemore, in the Highlands, on December 12.

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Those celebrating Hogmanay in Scotland next week may be hit by ‘disruptive weather’, according to the Met Office.

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Teenage employment adviser Elizabeth Benassi successfully sued her former employer Maximus UK Services after she was 'treated like a child' for wearing trainers into work.

Economics

Rod Stewart paid an emotional tribute to his 'dear buddy' Richard Perry after he passed away following a cardiac arrest on Christmas Eve

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Yes, I know we said I'd be back on New Year's Eve, and I will. But some things won't wait. Keir Starmer must have calculated that Christmas and me taking a week off was a good time to bury bad news.

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Experts said some bargain hunters had opted to shop online instead of visiting the shops in person.

Economics

We are told that weight loss can be accomplished with a simple injection. This year it was revealed that sales of drugs such as Ozempic and Wegovy are expected to hit £120 billion globally by the 2030s.

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Yes, I know we said I'd be back on New Year's Eve, and I will. But some things won't wait. Keir Starmer must have calculated that Christmas and me taking a week off was a good time to bury bad news.

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A look back at when we'd have no choice but to queue in person, instead of virtually, to grab that bargain

Economics

A dead body has been found in the wheel well of a United Airlines plane after it travelled 4,000 miles from Chicago and landed in Maui on Christmas Eve, sparking a police investigation

Events

The Trafford Centre Boxing Day sales were a lot quieter than some shoppers expected

Politics

Now is the perfect time to upgrade your kitchen appliances with this 'energy saving' smart kettle from Ninja as it's plummeted to it's lowest ever price

Economics

The driver of the vehicle is thought to have lost control after suffering a medical emergency

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Scottish shopping centres said retailers have started off on a “strong foot” despite figures showing a drop in visitors to bricks-and-mortar stores.

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We've found a way to achieve the designer look without the expensive price tag, with this handbag that looks similar to Miu Miu's iconic Hobo Bag, but costs under £30

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