3 hours ago Sir Gino's ‘frightening’ debut over fences leads to major Cheltenham Festival move

In his first chase the four-year-old swept aside Willie Mullins Cheltenham Festival winner Ballyburn to land the Wayward Lad Novices' Chase at Kempton

Politics

11 hours ago Wild weather for New Year's Eve as Met Office forecast flags major change for UK

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

Society

5 hours ago Tiger Woods and Rory McIlroy succeed where LIV Golf continues to struggle after landing crucial deal

Tiger Woods and Rory McIlroy's TGL will debut next month and it has added a major TV partner in the form of Sky Sports, something that LIV Golf has been unable to do in the UK

Economics

2 hours ago Major Manchester city centre road cordoned off as firefighters rush to scene

Part of King Street, close to its junction with Cross Street, was taped off

Sport

57 minutes ago Milton Keynes stabbing: Police issue major update after two killed in Christmas Day attack

Thames Valley Police have issued an update following a Christmas Day knife attack in Milton Keynes in which two people were killed and two others were injured - it was previously reported that a dog also died after the attack

Events

20 hours ago Coronation Street 2025: Unexpected exits, big returns, new family and Kevin's cancer diagnosis

Coronation Street is lining up some major storylines for the next year, with the ITV soap's new boss Kate Brooks detailing a cancer plot, a stabbing storyline, a new family and some big returns

Science

1 hour ago Travel chaos at Manchester Airport as dense fog causes major delays to flights

Passengers at Manchester Airport have been warned to expect delays of up to 80 minutes to departures and 100 minutes to arrivals, according to online traffic reporting system Inrix

Transport

4 hours ago Jeremy Clarkson fans issue same complaint as he shares boozy advent calendar

Those not partaking in Dry January can have a collection of his drinks delivered to the door in a boozy twist on a Christmas advent calendar, but some fans said they're 'bummed' by one major aspect of the venture

Politics

27 hours ago John Lewis shoppers race to buy heavily reduced Le Creuset as Boxing Day 2024 sale launches online

John Lewis has slashed countless items from some major brands including Le Creuset, Clinique and Coach

Economics

5 hours ago Man United and Man City handed major Dani Olmo transfer update as agent visits Manchester

Dani Olmo is due to become a free agent next week after Barcelona were handed a huge registration blow ahead of January.

Sport

1 hour ago Jacqueline Jossa teases major BBC EastEnders bombshell after Cindy's brutal attack

EastEnders is two months away from its 40th anniversary and Jacqueline Jossa - whose character Lauren Branning recently exposed Cindy Beale's affair - has teased over it

Events

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

5 hours ago Nick Knowles uses mobility aid after two major surgeries in hopes of DIY SOS return

Nick Knowles used crutches to navigate a staircase after undergoing two major surgeries during the festive period.

Politics

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

9 hours ago EA FC and other major sports games just might help us find the next Messi

A new report suggests gamers who play sports titles are helping young people find an interest in real sports, either through increasing their support for a team or playing themselves

Sport

2 hours ago Wham! top Christmas Number One charts with major record tying with Whitney Houston

George Michael and Andrew Ridgeley's Last Christmas is the UK's biggest festive hit, and has topped the charts for an incredible 10 weeks in total

Events

7 hours ago Seven major driving rules and law changes for 2025 faced by motorists including car tax

Drivers will be impacted by a number of new rules in 2025, including some that will effect electric vehicle owners for the first time. Here's all you need to know about the changes

Transport

7 hours ago Bruno Fernandes discovers his fate as Ruben Amorim urged to make major Man Utd change

THE BIG DEBATE: Bruno Fernandes was shown his third red card of the season in Manchester United's loss against Wolves on Boxing Day to add to the scrutiny on the Red Devils captain

Politics

28 hours ago Ninja's Boxing Day sale has landed and you can get the £30 travel mug for under £4

Ninja has launched its Boxing Day sale with major savings across kitchen appliances and gadgets, and savvy shoppers have spotted a way to get the £30 travel mug for under £4

Economics

27 hours ago Netflix's Squid Game season 2 shocks fans with 'insane' twist 'nobody ever saw coming'

Squid Game fans have been left reeling after that major twist at the end of episode three of the Netflix hit's latest season

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

10 hours ago 10 best VR games 2024 – our top picks for what to play on your virtual reality headset

If you have a VR headset and are aching from something great to play, we've done the work to bring you our top 10 picks – across all major platforms.

Politics

28 hours ago Drop in Boxing Day sales footfall as Brits opt to spend their money online

Major retailers including Next, Marks & Spencer and John Lewis have not opened their physical stores on Boxing Day

Economics

33 hours ago Gavin & Stacey star was 'hidden away' during finale filming to avoid major finale spoiler

Gavin & Stacey director, Chris Gernon, said that the actress had to say in a different hotel and wasn't allowed to attend various events during and after production

Sport

2 hours ago Major airports issue flight warnings after 'dense fog' engulfs Britain

Much of the UK has been shrouded in mist in recent days and the weather is having an impact as airports return to their normal flight schedules after Christmas.

Events

13 hours ago Big Brother host AJ Odudu issues major plea to TV bosses for more diversity

AJ Odudu has called for TV bosses to hire more stars with regional accents as she says it's important for there to be 'more diverse faces and voices on our screens'

Politics

31 hours ago Man United youngsters dealt major blow as Ruben Amorim promotion plan becomes clear

Lee Sharpe has warned that Manchester United's academy stars may have to alter their style of play to break into the first team under new manager Ruben Amorim.

Economics

4 hours ago Philippe Clement delivers major Leon Balogun injury update as Rangers boss stresses need for 'solutions'

Balogun had to come off after just 20 minutes during the Light Blues' Boxing Day defeat to St Mirren

Events

16 hours ago The state of Welsh politics right now after the most turbulent year in its history

There were three First Ministers in six months, an opposition leadership coup, and major protests

Politics

36 hours ago Next shoppers say 'well done' after major update issued on Boxing Day sale

Next always gives its staff the day off on Boxing Day, so they can spend more time with their families over Christmas - but this means you have to wait until December 27 to shop in stores

Economics

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

38 hours ago Boxing Day sales LIVE updates as prices slashed at major UK stores and on Amazon

Our team of money saving, fashion, beauty and shopping experts will bring you the latest updates from the shops

Economics

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

22 hours ago Squid Game season two ending explained as Netflix viewers left with major cliffhanger

Squid Game season two ended with a major cliffhanger, so what happened in the final moments of the Netflix drama and when will Gi-hun and the other players return?

Politics

6 hours ago Gary Anderson still has major World Darts Championship role to play as Ryan Searle reveals Scot is his secret weapon

Heavy Metal reckons he can rock due to searing practice sessions with Anderson, who was dumped out of the Worlds at the first hurdle

Events

23 hours ago Manchester United show THREE major issues Ruben Amorim must change in Wolves loss

WOLVES 2-0 MANCHESTER UNITED: Matheus Cunha scored direct from a corner before Hee-chan Hwang set the seal on a victory for the home side, in a game where Bruno Fernandes was sent off early in the second half

Politics

8 hours ago Most Americans blame insurance profits and denials alongside the killer in UHC CEO death, poll finds

Most Americans believe health insurance profits and coverage denials share responsibility for the killing of UnitedHealthcare’s CEO — although not as much as the person who pulled the trigger

Events

24 hours ago Major poll shows what majority of Brits believe should be PM's top priority

Almost two-thirds (64%) of people put fixing the health service in their top three priorities - ahead of money worries, immigration and cutting crime, according to an exclusive poll

Politics

9 hours ago Major development in search for Gwent man Michael Lloyd who disappeared on morning walk

Michael Lloyd from Risca, south Wales, was first reported as a missing person last month by Gwent Police, who said that he was last seen the day on his daily walk

Events

24 hours ago Israeli attorney general orders probe into report that alleged Netanyahu's wife harassed opponents

Israel’s attorney general has ordered police to open an investigation into Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s wife on suspicion of harassing political opponents and witnesses in the Israeli leader’s corruption trial

Politics

10 hours ago Major search as Norwegian Epic cruise passenger goes missing overboard in Bahamas

The 51-year-old passenger fell overboard from the Norwegian Epic cruise ship on Boxing Day as the vessel headed toward the Bahamas, triggering a widespread search to find him

Events

27 hours ago Ruben Amorim drops major Manchester United hint at Wolves amid Marcus Rashford exile

Manchester United are looking to respond following their loss to Bournemouth with Ruben Amorim making several changes with Marcus Rashford still out in the cold

Politics

10 hours ago Countdown to WW3 begins in 2025 with huge land grab forcing UK into war, says expert

Donald Trump has promised to end the war in Ukraine but experts warn his plans will only spur on Vladimir Putin who will eventually attempt a major land grab sparking WW3

Events

27 hours ago Martin Roberts had 'three hours to live' as he shares update after major surgery

Homes Under the Hammer presenter Martin Roberts had surgery two years ago after doctors found fluid around his heart and the former I'm A Celebrity star has now shared an update

Politics

13 hours ago Expert warns 5 warning signs of rare psychological condition on the rise

Hybristophilia may seem innocuous but has some major potential side effects and consequences

Events

29 hours ago Wilfried Zaha sees FIFA block Premier League transfer as he's left to make major decision

Wilfried Zaha's move to Lyon on loan from Galatasaray has not been a success and the former Crystal Palace winger could yet be registered with a third club before the season is over

Politics

15 hours ago AP PHOTOS: A river route for food and crime: The dual nature of a major South American waterway

From its headwaters in Brazil, the Paraguay River flows hundreds of miles south to where it joins the Parana River to form a single 2,100-mile waterway that carries much of the agricultural and mineral wealth of South America to the Atlantic

Events

33 hours ago Butterbean's net worth, Mike Tyson and Jake Paul fight offers, incredible weight transformation

Combat sports icon Butterbean is now 58 years old after surviving a major health scare, but that hasn't stopped him from targeting a return to the ring either with Jake Paul or Mike Tyson

Politics

16 hours ago Death of Baby Driver actor Hudson Meek, 16, shrouded in mystery as police give major update

Hudson Joseph Meek died at the age of just 16 on Saturday after being ejected from a moving vehicle less than 48 hours previous - he was one of the actors in the action hit Baby Driver and had numerous other acting credits

Events

35 hours ago Sydney to Hobart yacht race: Comanche takes lead over rival LawConnect as fleet braces for rough night at sea

Master Lock Comanche maintains comfortable lead over LawConnect down NSW coastReigning handicap winner Alive the most high-profile of two boats to retireThe Sydney to Hobart fleet is bracing for a rough night at sea after the reigning handicap winner, Alive, became the first major boat to quit the race rather than brave the conditions with engine issues.The Tasmanian 66-footer was one of two boats to withdraw in the first five-and-a-half hours of racing on Boxing Day, as father-son two-hander Transcendence Rudy Project was dismasted and retired north-east of Kiama. Continue reading...

Politics

17 hours ago Yoon Suk Yeol impeachment: court hearings to begin in South Korea over president’s martial law crisis

Yoon’s legal team will attend the first hearing in impeachment review on Friday, the same day that the acting president also faces an impeachment voteSouth Korean president Yoon Suk Yeol’s legal team are set to attend court on Friday as the constitutional court begins hearings into his impeachment by parliament over his short-lived imposition of martial law,The court has 180 days to decide whether to reinstate Yoon or remove him. In the latter scenario, a new presidential election would be held within 60 days. Continue reading...

Events

36 hours ago Boxing day supermarket opening times 2024 for Tesco, Asda, Aldi, Sainsbury’s and others

All of the UK’s major supermarket chains will be operating with different opening times during the festive period

Politics

23 hours ago Cartels using 'animals and poor people' to test deadly new Fentanyl before flooding market

Mexican drug cartels are luring homeless people into becoming test subjects, offering only $30, to trial new formulations of fentanyl in a bid to dominate the fentanyl drug trade

Events

39 hours ago Why this Scottish menstrual health innovation matters in chase for multi

“The evidence from the review indicates a global femtech market which is expected to treble in size over the next 10 years, alone providing major opportunities for Scottish businesses capable of accessing this market” - Scottish Enterprise

Politics

23 hours ago Israel's attorney general orders investigation into Netanyahu's wife after she is accused of harassing witnesses and opponents in Israeli PM's corruption trial

The Israeli Justice Ministry made the announcement late Thursday, saying the investigation would focus on the findings of a recent report by the 'Uvda' investigative program into Sara Netanyahu.

Events

44 hours ago Train cancellations top 360,000 for the year as passengers face major disruption

Analysis of the latest Office of Rail and Road data found 208,000 services were fully axed in the year to November 9, with a further 161,000 part-cancelled

Politics

23 hours ago Russia closes all airports in major city without warning or reason following plane crash

All four Moscow airports reopened after a brief time, including an additional airport in Kaluga which reopened later this afternoon - as of yet no reason has been given

Events