63 minutes ago Farage: Badenoch must apologise for ‘crazy conspiracy theory’ on Reform numbers

Tory leader Kemi Badenoch has accused Reform UK of ‘fakery’ over its membership data.

Politics

1 hour ago White House reveals whether Russians shot down doomed Azerbaijan Airlines flight

The White House said there are 'indications' that Russians shot down the Azerbaijan Airlines flight that crashed in Kazakhstan on Christmas Day, killing 38.

Society

7 hours ago Walmart accused of illegally forcing over 1 million of its drivers to open bank accounts

Walmart called the lawsuit factually inaccurate and said the agency didn’t give the company a fair chance to present their case

Economics

3 hours ago Gavin and Stacey's James Corden reveals fans played huge part in decision making for finale

Gavin and Stacey fans have themselves to thank as creator James Corden has revealed they offered a huge help to himself and Ruth Jones when it came to planning the finale

Sport

87 minutes ago Cops hunt for schoolboy, 11, who 'sexually assaulted woman' in broad daylight

The hunt is on for a schoolboy who 'sexually assaulted a woman' in broad daylight.

Events

8 hours ago Gavin and Stacey actor reveals James Corden's behaviour backstage on the show

Scott McGlynn, 37, has lifted the lid on what happened when cameras weren't rolling on the stag and wedding scenes...

Culture

34 hours ago Schoolgirls falling out on Snapchat, a row over a parking space and a dead cat outside someone's home are all recorded as non

Freedom of information requests showed that other non-hate crime incidents included a rude word spelt with alphabet cups in Tesco and an 'offensive' dog name.

Technology

2 hours ago Fears Scotland's NHS 'on brink of collapse' as flu hospital cases surge

Flu cases have soared in Scotland as health officials warn the public to stay away from A&E unless necessary.

Science

3 hours ago Travel chaos at London airports with over 400 flights delayed and 34 cancelled as fog grips the capital

Hundreds of flights have been delayed at major London airports amid poor weather conditions

Transport

70 minutes ago Musk’s fight with Maga reveals split on immigration within Trump’s circle

President-elect’s new allies in Silicon Valley suffer backlash over foreign workers from his core supporters

Politics

7 hours ago ‘It’s not just a dancefloor’: the precipitous decline of UK nightclubs

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...

Society

13 hours ago Arsenal sent £70million Matheus Cunha transfer message as Wolves stance revealed

Wolves are desperate to keep Matheus Cunha, who highlighted his quality with a Boxing Day goal against Manchester United, as the club's new manager makes his views clear on the transfer interest

Economics

7 hours ago Enzo Maresca reveals second Chelsea player was dropped for Fulham defeat as he explains Noni Madueke decision

Madueke was dropped from the Blues squad on Boxing Day for ’technical’ reasons

Sport

1 hour ago Psychic reveals Harry and Meghan predictions for 2025 as 'no storm lasts forever’

EXCLUSIVE: Royal family feuding could come to an end in 2025, with one astrologer predicting a big but 'brief' and 'awkward' reunion could see Prince Harry and Meghan Markle return to the UK

Events

9 hours ago Michael Bolton shares first family photo following brain cancer diagnosis

The singer, 71, revealed in January that he underwent ‘immediate surgery’ after being diagnosed with a brain tumour

Culture

3 hours ago The Bourne Identity star Franka Potente announces she's cancer free after secret health battle and reveals doctors dismissed her symptoms

The German actress and director, 50, said that doctors at first failed to find a cause for the pain in her side before she demanded further tests and a second opinion.

Science

71 minutes ago Liam Payne's ex Sophia Smith announces engagement to boyfriend James Bridgwood

The singer and the influencer, 30, dated from 2013 after having been friends since their schooldays in Wolverhampton until October 2015.

Politics

11 hours ago Homes Under The Hammer host's stark health update saying 'I don't know how much time I've got left'

A much-loved Homes Under The Hammer presenter has revealed to fans that he's not sure 'how long he has left' as he continues to battle with a serious heart condition

Society

20 hours ago I have been left in a lifetime of debt after fighting the council to get my son in school... we had to remortgage our home

EXCLUSIVE: Suzanne Hollinshead, 53, from Flitwick, Bedfordshire, had to remortgage her home to help pay off a 'lifetime of debt' from the fight with Central Bedfordshire Council.

Economics

8 hours ago Sydney to Hobart yacht race: Two sailors die after poor weather conditions plague annual competition

Nick Smith, 65, and 55-year-old Roy Quaden, who were competing on separate boats, have lost their lives amid poor weather conditions on the race’s course

Sport

2 hours ago Why Luke Littler missed FA Cup Final but not Sir Alex Ferguson meeting as he reveals crash course driving plan

The teenager still can't drive but has shared his quickfire plan for getting on the road himself

Events

9 hours ago Beyond Paradise star reveals real filming location for show – and it's not always Devon

Beyond Paradise is back on our screens for a Christmas special - however, BBC One star Kris Marshall has dished all on the detective drama's real filming locations

Culture

5 hours ago The worrying health problem that 'lots of people' are asking about and the symptoms to look out for

A British GP on TikTok shared the symptoms and treatment for a condition few people are aware of

Science

75 minutes ago Nigel Farage hints at legal action against Kemi Badenoch in Reform membership row

But Tory leader claims own party tally has risen as she accuses Reform UK of ‘fakery’

Politics

12 hours ago Teacher creates ingenious exam question to find cheaters and catches 14 students

A teacher who became fed up with students using their mobile phones to find answers and cheat on university exams came up with a devious way to catch them out - and failed the pupils who fell for it

Society

20 hours ago Special needs pupils will be forced out of private schools into homeschooling as a result of Labour's tax raid, education boss claims

Suzanne Hall, proprietor at Farrowdale House Preparatory School, said the new VAT on fees being introduced next month will be particularly punishing for children with conditions such as autism and ADHD.

Economics

12 hours ago England legend Paul Gascoigne 'asked Three Lions' best player' for signed shirt

Paul Gascoigne has revealed which footballer he believes is currently England's best player and the Three Lions legend also admitted he asked them for a signed shirt

Sport

2 hours ago Queen Victoria's scathing attack over 'heinous' Jack the Ripper crimes revealed

Queen Victoria unleashed hell in a recently uncovered telegram against her Prime Minister who failed to catch notorious murderer Jack the Ripper

Events

12 hours ago How Squid Game's costume designer placed hidden meanings in the show's clothes

Netflix's Squid Game has returned to the streaming platform with season 2 and the show's creator reveals the iconic costumes of the characters hold special meanings

Culture

7 hours ago Constipated? Top gut doctor reveals 'expert level toilet hack' that WILL instantly get your bowels moving...

NHS Surgeon Dr Karan Raj told his 5.3 million followers that gently rocking back and forth on the toilet can help your bowels move.

Science

75 minutes ago Atlanta Falcons WR Drake London's Game Status Revealed at Washington Commanders

Atlanta Falcons WR Drake London's Game Status Revealed at Washington Commanders  Sports Illustrated

Politics

25 hours ago 'Landlord kicked my family out 5 days before Christmas and served my child the eviction notice'

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

21 hours ago Fury over 'tax on the sick' as shock figures reveal hospitals have raked in more than £1BILLION in car park fees from patients, visitors and staff, over six years

In what has been branded a 'tax on the sick', NHS trusts have made an average of £665,000 in parking charges every day of the past year,.

Economics

14 hours ago Here are the travel content creator and cosplayer named Scotland’s 'most influential' TikTokers

TikTok influencers with more than 100,000 followers were analysed

Sport

2 hours ago Azerbaijan Airlines reveals cause of Christmas Day horror plane crash that killed 38

Airline chiefs have launched preliminary investigations into the crash after the Embraer EMBR3.SA hit the ground hard while en route to Grozny in Chechnya, Russia, on Wednesday.

Events

15 hours ago Riverview High School, Venice High School Bands to Perform in London New Year's Day Parade

Riverview High School, Venice High School Bands to Perform in London New Year's Day Parade  SRQ Magazine

Culture

25 hours ago Revealed: Popular Christmas leftover could help with weight loss and improve gut health, experts say

With the many elements of a British Christmas Dinner, along with the giant roasted turkey, many find themselves too full to finish their plates more often than not. But are leftovers actually good for you?

Science

97 minutes ago David Gray reveals Hibs secret behind Hearts derby triumph as bold Christmas Day call pays off big time

The Easter Road boss grabbed the bragging rights in the capital and a huge three points at Tynecastle

Politics

27 hours ago Gavin and Stacey's Laura Aikman's family gasp as they discover secret return while watching finale

Fans of the BBC's long-running sitcom Gavin and Stacey were stunned to see Laura Aikman back in her role as Sonia for the last ever episode in jaw-dropping scenes

Society

26 hours ago Three quarters of Brits think Royals should cough up and pay taxes on their estates

More than 150,000 people have signed a petition calling on King Charles III and Prince William to speed up work on sub-standard properties after our investigation revealed scores fail minimum energy efficiency standards for landlords

Economics

26 hours ago Pep Guardiola makes Man City transfer admission after own players make request

Pep Guardiola had eight senior players missing for Manchester City's draw with Everton, including Kyle Walker and Jack Grealish, and the Spaniard revealed even his own squad are asking for more signings

Sport

2 hours ago Biden administration pledges additional military aid to Ukraine amid Russia war

Security assistance package in works as North Korean troops are deployed in Kursk after Putin-Kim agreementThe Biden administration is pledging to approve fresh military aid to Ukraine in the coming days, including crucial air defense systems, as North Korean forces face mounting casualties in their first major deployment to a European conflict.John Kirby, the US national security communications adviser, told reporters on Friday that in just the last week North Korean troops had suffered more than 1,000 casualties in what he referred to as failed “human wave” assaults near the Kursk border-region, which confirms similar figures reported by South Korea. Continue reading...

Events

38 hours ago ‘I get spotted in the M&S knicker department’: Lorraine Ashbourne on her 2024 TV takeover

From Bridgerton to Sherwood and Alma’s Not Normal, the actor has lit up our screens all year – and her ‘victory lap’ is only just starting Lorraine Ashbourne has had a massive year. “I know! People keep saying: oh God, Lorraine, get off the telly, we want somebody else,” she says. “But it has been extraordinary.” She kicked things off in January with ITV’s entertaining disaster thriller After the Flood, playing Sophie Rundle’s tough, grieving mother, Molly. As the year went on, she returned to two of her biggest and most significant roles yet, as the former secret spy cop Daphne Sparrow in Sherwood, and Grandma Joan in the wrenching, hilarious second series of Alma’s Not Normal. Has she ended up in such outstanding shows because she’s picky? “Absolutely not. I’ll do anything! I’m a cheap date. It’s just timing that these things have fallen into place.”Right now, Ashbourne is at home in north London. She grew up in Manchester, where she went to drama school. She met her husband, Andy...

Culture

1 hour ago Emotional Jonny Clayton admits his time in darts is running out as he reveals age is no barrier if you produce 2 things

The Ferret beat Daryl Gurney to keep his Ally Pally title dream alive and kicking

Politics

28 hours ago Home Alone director finally reveals the jobs Kevin McCallister's parents have to make them so wealthy

Director Chris Columbus had discussed the parents' professions with producer John Hughes.

Society

26 hours ago Thousands enjoy Boxing Day sales in Scotland splurging '£587k a minute' in

Insiders said big Boxing Day bargains may have helped retailers avoid a knockout blow over the festive period.

Economics

30 hours ago Boxer knocked out 29 times in a row finally gave up on career before it was too late

Dmitrijs Avsijenkovs has gained a cult following after failing to win a single fight in his professional boxing career - and has been brutally knocked out in each of his 29 fights to date

Sport

2 hours ago Police hunt for schoolboy, 11, who 'sexually assaulted woman' in broad daylight

The incident happened when a boy aged 11-12, approached a woman in Woodford, Northamptonshire, and touched her inappropriately, police said

Events

1 hour ago GK Barry says girlfriend Ella Rutherford has been rushed to hospital and reveals her own 'germ phobia'

The presenter, 25, whose real name is Grace Keeling, posted a photo from A&E but did not share any further information about the Lioness', 24, health.

Politics

30 hours ago Gavin and Stacey's Sonia star kept huge show secret from her family before surprise return

Gavin and Stacey star Laura Aikman has revealed that her family only found out about her surprise return to the show when they watched the final episode on Christmas Day

Society

27 hours ago Best Boxing Day sales for major supermarkets revealed: from Aldi and B&M to Tesco and M&S

Major supermarkets including Aldi and Tesco , as well as several other UK retailers, Superdrug and The Perfume Shop, have revealed discounts on hundreds of must-have products.

Economics

31 hours ago Scott McKenna savaged by ex Liverpool keeper as Scotland star branded ‘worst player I’ve seen in my life'

Former Copenhagen goalkeeper Kamil Grabara has launched a blistering tirade against the Scotland international, who is now playing in La Liga

Sport

2 hours ago Lauryn Goodman's most unlikely plan yet: A year after her explosive text detonated footballer Kyle Walker's marriage, the wannabe WAG is cooking up an astonishing pivot, reveals KATIE HIND

It's exactly a year since Lauryn Goodman sent that explosive text to Kyle Walker's then pregnant wife Annie Kilner to inform her that her husband was the father of her baby daughter.

Events

1 hour ago Study reveals single people are more depressed and 'less satisfied' than couples

In a study of more than 77,000 adults over 50, researchers in Germany found that single people are less satisfied and extraverted than those in serious long-term relationships.

Politics

35 hours ago Rutherglen family enjoy party where Royalty and Santa Claus are guests

The Duchess is patron of disability charity Cerebral Palsy Scotland

Society

31 hours ago Martin Lewis MSE explains how to save almost £150 on your car breakdown cover

Martin Lewis reveals how to save up to £150 on your car breakdown cover this winter, with tips on finding cheaper policies and haggling down renewal prices

Economics

33 hours ago Raymond van Barneveld opens up on World Darts Championship shame but legend reveals why he can't quit the sport

The Dutch legend says he can't afford to quit and will fight on despite his early Ally Pally exit

Sport

2 hours ago US teacher jailed in Russia is formally designated as wrongfully detained

The State Department says an American schoolteacher arrested in Russia on drug charges more than four years ago has been designated by the U.S. government as wrongfully detained

Events

1 hour ago Barclays, Lloyds and Halifax to shut 42 branches in January 2025 – here's the full list

Banks are closing their doors in January 2025 with Halifax shutting 22, Lloyds closing 11 locations, Barclays six and Bank of Scotland three - his your branch under threat

Politics

33 hours ago Ageing expert shares “colourful plant tip” that could ward off dementia

Dementia doesn't have to be an 'unstoppable and inevitable' condition

Economics

40 hours ago Mariah Carey sparks fury as livid fans spot glaring problem with her NFL Christmas match performance

Mariah Carey has been accused of lip syncing after she performed her hit single All I Want For Christmas Is You during the NFL Christmas games on Friday as Netflix streamed Kansas City Chiefs vs Pittsburgh Steelers and Baltimore Ravens vs Houston Texans

Sport

3 hours ago Social media craze for teenage skincare has reached a 'crisis point', dermatologist warns as she reveals she's treated children as young as 8 for using bad products

Dr Tess McPherson, from the British Association of Dermatologists, told Sky News that the Gen Alpha fixation on anti-ageing creams and retinols could cause irreversible damage that is 'life long'.

Events

2 hours ago Real reason Gavin and Stacey's Neil The Baby sang in BBC Christmas finale revealed

Gavin and Stacey fans were left confused by one moment in the Christmas Day finale but it turns out there was a very good reason why it was included

Politics

35 hours ago Mental health firm paying Prince Harry '£1m salary' is condemned by staff as a 'toxic train wreck' and 'psychologically unsafe place to work' where 'everyone is living in fear'

The Duke of Sussex is also a vocal champion for its app, described as 'life coach Tinder for millennials', revealing that he used it to find his own 'truly awesome' mental health trainer.

Economics

3 hours ago Azerbaijan blames 'external interference' from Russia for plane crash that killed 38

Crash survivor Zulfugar Asadov spoke amid chilling and sinister accusations that Russia sought to block the crippled plane from landing on its territory

Events

3 hours ago Man Utd summer signing reveals Cristiano Ronaldo dream despite not yet making debut

Sekou Kone primarily plays a defensive midfielder and was headhunted by United scouts who watched him dazzle for Mali at the Under-17 World Cup - and now the 18-year-old is hoping to follow in the footsteps of a club legend

Politics

43 hours ago Bank of Mum and Dad want their money back! Parents are calling in their loans after handing out nearly £10BILLION last year

It is often the lender most turn to for cash when all else fails. But now it seems even the bank of mum and dad is no longer a guaranteed insurance policy.

Economics

3 hours ago Breakthrough for IBS sufferers with personalised diet tailored to their genes

A pioneering study offers new hope to patients who have this challenging condition

Events

3 hours ago Top couples therapist reveals the 8 behaviours that are guaranteed to DESTROY a relationship

Dr Nicole LePera, a clinical psychologist from Philadelphia, listed the patterns of behaviour that she has seen destroy relationships in a post on X.

Politics

3 hours ago ‘Gross failures’ in London hospital’s care may have led to disabled woman’s death

‘Gross failures’ in London hospital’s care may have led to disabled woman’s death  The Guardian

Events

3 hours ago Starmer’s VAT raid will ensure private schools become even more elitist

Letters to the editor: our readers share their views. Please send your letters to letters@independent.co.uk

Politics

3 hours ago Flight attendant reveals how he sustained shrapnel wound on plane struck by Russian missile

Crash survivor Zulfugar Asadov spoke amid chilling and sinister accusations that Russia sought to block the crippled plane from landing on its territory

Events

3 hours ago I'm A Celebrity star rushed to hospital at Christmas with famous girlfriend

I'm A Celebrity...Get Me Out of Here! star GK Barry has taken to social media to reveal she'd taken a visit to A&E this Christmas with her girlfriend Ella Rutherford

Politics

4 hours ago Coroner seeks improvements after care failings ‘possibly contributed’ to death

Chloe Every, 27, had learning difficulties and a muscle-wasting condition, and died in May 2019 at Queen’s Hospital in Romford.

Events

3 hours ago Tyson Fury brutally told to 'call it a day' after Oleksandr Usyk defeat

The 'Gypsy King' failed to level the series against the Ukrainian, with many in the boxing community now calling for the Brit to hang up his gloves

Politics

4 hours ago Azerbaijan Airlines reveals cause of horror plane crash that killed 38 on Christmas Day

Officials have said more than three dozen people died in the crash, which saw the plane tear in half as it hit the ground in Kazakhstan while en route to Russia

Events

3 hours ago MIC's Emily Blackwell reveals she welcomed baby daughter prematurely with fiancé Jordan Oldershaw two months ago as she details newborn's gruelling 53 days in ICU

The Made In Chelsea star, 28, took to her Instagram with a heartfelt post as she detailed the newborn's gruelling 53 days in Intensive Care.

Politics

5 hours ago Major Coronation Street villain returning in terrible news for two characters

Coronation Street boss Kate Brooks has revealed that character Rob Donovan will be back to cause trouble for his sister Carla and partner Lisa on the cobbles

Events

4 hours ago Farage threatens action against Tory leader in row over membership numbers

Reform UK leader demands an apology from Kemi Badenoch over accusation the party had produced ‘fake’ data

Politics

5 hours ago Drill rapper 'Young Dizz' releases music video goading Keir Starmer after being released from jail early for kidnapping and torturing teenage boy

Isaac Donkoh, a gang member from Newham in East London , was jailed in April 2019 for seizing the schoolboy a year earlier before posting footage of his ordeal on Snapchat .

Events

4 hours ago John Stamos reveals unfortunate reason he was forced to pull out of Grinch audition

The lead role in the 2000 classic ‘How the Grinch Stole Christmas,’ ended up going to Jim Carrey

Politics

5 hours ago 'Vibrant' student dies suddenly from silent killer heart condition aged 20

"Screening could have at least given us some information that might have saved Poppy... we could save another family from the feelings we have this Christmas."

Events

4 hours ago MIC's Emily Blackwell reveals premature birth of daughter as she details newborn's 53 days in NICU

The E4 star announced the early arrival of her daughter Eva, born 10 weeks premature, after a challenging two-month stay in NICU

Politics

5 hours ago Drug baron Jon Moorby reveals major marriage plan as he bids for freedom

Jon Moorby is serving a 29-year term in HMP Frankland in County Durham, nicknamed "Monster Mansion", where the drug lord is reportedly checked on through his cell spy-hole every hour

Events