2 hours ago Arsenal transfer news: Star's agent arrives to negotiate amid Benjamin Sesko update

Arsenal could be tempted to increase their firepower in front of goal in the January transfer window as they consider how to contend with Bukayo Saka's injury in the second half of the season

Sport

3 hours ago Monty Don reveals one job every gardener needs to complete by end of January

It will soon be 2025 and gardening expert Monty Don has shared his top tip for the new year, with gardeners encouraged to get out and maintain their outdoor spaces in the coming weeks

Politics

4 hours ago Fresh blow to High Street as number of Boxing Day sale shoppers tumbled by nearly 10 per cent

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

Economics

6 hours ago Queen Mother and Red Arrows feature on new Royal Mint coin designs for 2025

The Royal Mint’s 2025 commemorative coin sets will be available from January 2.

Politics

6 hours ago Coronation Street spoilers: Rob Donovan return, devastating stabbing and scary health news

Coronation Street spoilers for early January have teased devastating scenes, with huge twists airing on the ITV soap including a killer's return and a horror stabbing

Politics

6 hours ago Emmerdale spoilers: Will Taylor's 'real cause of death revealed' and sad April update

Emmerdale is lining up some emotional scenes on the ITV soap over January, from the fallout to Home Farm Christmas drama to a discovery amid April Windsor's disappearance

Events

6 hours ago Exact date new rare Royal Mint coins celebrating Red Arrows will be released

The Royal Mint's 2025 annual set includes commemorative coins celebrating the Red Arrows, Queen Mum, WWII, modern railways, and the Royal Observatory - they will be available from January 2nd 2025

Culture

7 hours ago Arteta backs Martinelli to thrive in ‘bigger role’ at Arsenal after Saka injury

Manager plays down claims Arsenal could buy in January Saka out for ‘many weeks’ after injury at Crystal PalaceMikel Arteta is hoping Gabriel ­Martinelli can help to fill the void created by Bukayo Saka’s hamstring injury, with the England forward likely to miss key fixtures including the north London derby next month.Arteta confirmed on Monday that Saka was expected to be absent for “many weeks” after tearing a hamstring during the first half of Arsenal’s win at Crystal Palace. That would rule him out of Premier League ­fixtures including Arsenal’s game with Totten­ham on 15 January, the ­Carabao Cup semi‑final first leg against Newcastle and an FA Cup third‑round tie with Manchester United. Continue reading...

Events

10 hours ago What shopping the January sales in Cardiff was like before the internet

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

Economics

10 hours ago The Masked Singer 2025 start date and everything Maya Jama and more have said about series

The Masked Singer is returning early January with a new batch of whimsical costumes - including Toad In The Hole and Dressed Crab

Politics

10 hours ago Maya Jama opens up on ITV The Masked Singer debut and most 'challenging' part of show

The Love Island host joins Davina McCall, Jonathan Ross and Mo Gilligan for the new series of the hit ITV show, which starts in January

Culture

10 hours ago 'The best kettle I've purchased' Ninja smart kettle that 'saves on energy' hits lowest ever price

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

Events

10 hours ago 'Energy saving' Ninja smart kettle with precise temperature control drops to lowest ever price

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

11 hours ago Omer Riza hits out at Cardiff City 'mistakes' and admits January transfer window now huge

The Bluebirds boss spoke after the 3-2 defeat by Oxford United

Events

11 hours ago Will Trump still be in legal trouble next year when he enters the White House?

Trump's long legal saga of the past few years might not be entirely wrapped up by the time he raises his hand to take the Oath of Office January 20th, but each case will be well on its way to being resolved.

Events

11 hours ago The Guardian view on digital media: the case for better regulation must be made | Editorial

Over the holidays, this column will explore next year’s urgent issues. Today we look at the crisis in western democracy, Donald Trump’s victory and the role played by digital mediaIn November 2020, shortly after Donald Trump’s defeat in the US presidential election, Barack Obama observed that America risked entering “an epistemological crisis”. The prospect of Mr Trump’s return to the White House in January validates his predecessor’s premonition.Mr Obama was talking about media fragmentation and polarisation: different segments of society existing in discrete information spaces; arguments no longer drawn from a common reservoir of facts; no shared reality, no foundation of truth. “Then by definition the marketplace of ideas doesn’t work,” he said. “And by definition our democracy doesn’t work.” Continue reading...

Politics

11 hours ago Handbag that looks just like designer £2k Miu Miu accessory is under £30 in Boxing Day sale

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

Economics

11 hours ago Nasty Balogun injury forces Rangers into 'definite' January transfer rethink as he faces nervous sweat for Celtic clash

Balogun went down with 15 minutes on the clock with a suspected hamstring or achilles injury

Events

11 hours ago Get a designer accessory for less with an under £30 handbag that looks just like £2k Miu Miu

If you've been coveting a designer accessory, but can't afford to splash £2k on a handbag - look no further, as we've found an affordable alternative currently on sale for under £30

Economics

11 hours ago Charlotte Tilbury perfumes slashed to £11 each with 'hidden' Boxing Day sale code

A secret code code gets you 40% off Charlotte Tilbury's 'magical' Boxing Day sale

Economics