48 minutes ago Donald Trump to make history with second state visit to the UK hosted by the Royal Family

Donald Trump is to become the first elected politician in modern history to be hosted for two state visits by the Royal Family, it was reported last night.

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15 hours ago My family call it Old Lady Clubbing, but my giddy ‘nights out’ have lit up a dismal 2024 | Gaby Hinsliff

Dance till you drop, then home by 10pm – daytime events offer a glorious escape for those of us bogged down by responsibilityLast Saturday night, I went clubbing with friends. Once upon a time, this wouldn’t have been a remotely odd sentence to type, because it was what I did pretty much every weekend. But a lot has changed since then – let’s just say that in my peak raving years there was a Labour government in power, only it was actually popular – and like most people whose happy place was once on the dancefloor, inevitably with time comes the feeling that you no longer belong. Deep down, you still come to life when the bassline kicks in. But you morph from hardened raver to the kind of person who’s always up for dancing at parties and weddings, and then finally into the kind of person whose friends aren’t getting married any more and who spends their Saturday nights giving their children lifts to parties. So eventually you tell yourself sadly that those days are over now, and tha...

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11 hours ago Katie Price breaks silence on JJ Slater split rumours after spending Christmas apart

Katie Price's MAFS boyfriend JJ Slater was nowhere to be seen on Christmas Day, leading to fears the couple had split - but the couple's fate has now been confirmed

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4 hours ago What Mikel Arteta learned as Arsenal win and overtake Chelsea in Liverpool chase

Mikel Arteta's Arsenal beat Ipswich Town to overtake Chelsea, who lost to Fulham a day prior at Stamford Bridge, and close the gap on Premier League leaders Liverpool

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89 minutes ago Driver behind China car ramming attack that killed 35 is sentenced to death

Fan Weiqiu, angry at his divorce settlement, caused ‘great social harm’ when he drove into people as they exercised in the city of Zhuhai, court saysA court in China has sentenced a man to death for killing 35 people last month by driving into a crowd, in an attack that raised national concern about mass killings.Fan Weiqiu was venting his anger because he was unhappy with his divorce settlement, the court in the southern city of Zhuhai said in handing down the sentence on Friday. The victims were exercising at a sports centre at the time of the attack. Fan pleaded guilty to endangering public safety by dangerous means, a court statement said. Continue reading...

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12 hours ago Our readers on their pick of 2024’s best films, music, TV shows and podcasts

From sci-fi epics to investigate deep-dives, the Guide readers have their say on the year’s finest cultureWelcome to the last Guide of 2024! I hope you all are enjoying your festive break, and have a better handle on which day it is than I do. As is tradition, after our own roundup of the year’s best culture, we are turning things over to you this week. Here are the films, TV shows, music, performances, and podcasts that wowed you in 2024.Thanks to everyone who sent in suggestions and sorry if we weren’t able to include yours. Enjoy the rest of your Christmas break, and see you on the other side of the new year, for our 2025 preview next Friday! Continue reading...

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4 hours ago Christmas travel chaos as thick fog sparks mass delays and cancellations at UK’s busiest airports

Christmas travel chaos as thick fog sparks mass delays and cancellations at UK’s busiest airports

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2 hours ago World Darts Championship: Luke Humphries sets up huge Peter Wright showdown in last 16

Gerwyn Price, Jonny Clayton and Luke Woodhouse all edge thrillers as Ally Pally action returns with a bang after Christmas break

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11 hours ago Wowcher's £99 mystery holidays are back for 2025 with luxury getaways in Bali, Barbados and the Maldives up for grabs

Wowcher's lucky dip could land you an exciting European mini break or a long-haul trip somewhere exotic.

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22 hours ago UFC, boxing and golf: what is Donald Trump’s relationship with sport? – podcast

The US president-elect’s ties with the Ultimate Fighting Championship and boxing, as well as World Wrestling Entertainment, might tell us about the kinds of sport he appreciates. But then there’s golf As the US prepares to host the World Cup and the Olympics during Trump’s presidency, Jonathan Freedland and Karim Zidan walk through his history with sport to see if it explains more about himArchive: BBC, WWE, Fox 9 Minneapolis, NBC 10 Philadelphia, PBS Newshour, TMZ, MSNBC Continue reading...

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2 hours ago Man dies after Sydney arrest for allegedly attempting to enter vehicles armed with knife

Critical incident team from Bankstown Police Area Command to investigate circumstances surrounding 33-year-old’s deathGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastA man has died after he was arrested while allegedly attempting to enter vehicles armed with a knife in the middle of Sydney traffic.Police declared a critical incident after officers responded to reports of a man trying to stop traffic and enter vehicles on Remembrance Driveway at Tahmoor in Sydney’s south-west at about 1pm on Friday.Sign up for Guardian Australia’s breaking news email Continue reading...

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6 hours ago Christmas travel chaos breaks out at UK airports including Gatwick and Manchester with more than 100 flights delayed or cancelled after 'heavy fog' descends on Britain

Travellers are being urged to check with their airline as air traffic restrictions are in place at several UK airports due to fog, the country's main air traffic control (ATC) provider Nats said on Friday.

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3 hours ago Canadian Cabinet ministers meet with Trump's nominee for commerce secretary in bid to avoid tariffs

Two top Canadian Cabinet ministers have met with President-elect Donald Trump’s nominee for commerce secretary at Mar-a-Lago as Canada tries to avoid sweeping tariffs when Trump takes office

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12 hours ago Drivers urged to buy electric cars at certain time to avoid £2,050 car tax charge

The aim is to create a "fairer system".

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3 hours ago Horrific bodycam footage shows New York prison guards beating inmate Robert Brooks to death as he's restrained

Robert Brooks, 43, was pronounced dead on December 10, the morning after the savage assault at the Marcy Correctional Facility in Oneida County.

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14 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

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4 hours ago Bukayo Saka undergoes surgery as Mikel Arteta gives worrying new Arsenal update

Mikel Arteta has given a worrying update on Bukayo Saka, confirming that the Arsenal and England winger has undergone surgery on a torn hamstring suffered at Crystal Palace

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14 hours ago 'House prices to top £250k barrier and average road speeds 55mph' in 2025 forecasts

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

Economics

3 hours ago Bukayo Saka has surgery as Mikel Arteta gives concerning Arsenal injury update

Arsenal star man Bukayo Saka has undergone surgery with his manager Mikel Arteta admitting the nightmare scenario that the title-chasing Gunners now face

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4 hours ago Donald Trump in major TikTok ban move as he makes special request of Supreme Court

Donald Trump has stepped in to potentially reverse a ban on TikTok in the United States in a move of major significance for the social media industry - he has 14.7million followers on the app himself...

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15 hours ago I quit my factory job after winning £50k at the World Darts Championship

Known for his breakthrough performance in the 2008 World Darts Championship, the player in question embarked on a journey that left an indelible marks upon the sport.

Economics

4 hours ago Worrying Bukayo Saka injury update issued as Mikel Arteta reveals surgery and return date

Mikel Arteta has given a worrying update on Bukayo Saka, confirming that the Arsenal and England winger has undergone surgery on a torn hamstring suffered at Crystal Palace

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4 hours ago Trump shares bizarre Truth Social post claiming Bill Gates asked to come to Mar

President-elect’s cryptic message comes amid his ‘first buddy’ Elon Musk’s feud with other MAGA allies over H-1B visas

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18 hours ago Liverpool star Luis Diaz's father hospitalised in Colombia 12 months after kidnap ordeal

Luis Diaz's father was kidnapped by Colombian rebels and held for 12 days before his release last year, with the 58-year-old now being hospitalised with chest pains

Economics

4 hours ago ‘Shocking’ bodycam footage captures prison staff beating inmate shortly before his death

In the video, shown by New York Attorney General Letitia James on Friday, officers can be seen surrounding Robert Brooks who is restrained

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4 hours ago Premier League releases statement as fans left baffled by 'easy' red card decision

Joao Pedro threw an elbow towards the head of Yehor Yarmoliuk during Brighton's 0-0 draw with Brentford on Friday night, but despite VAR looking at the incident, he escaped punishment because he didn't make contact

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4 hours ago Scottie Scheffler set for PGA Tour break after suffering freak injury on Christmas Day

Olympic champion and World No. 1 Scottie Scheffler is expected to challenge for more major titles next year after becoming a two-time Masters winner at Augusta in 2024

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4 hours ago Donald Trump 'set to be first elected politician to be given two state visits' to UK

Downing Street is considering inviting Donald Trump for unprecedented second state visit, according to reports

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5 hours ago Horrific bodycam footage shows New York cops beating inmate Robert Brooks to death as he's restrained

Robert Brooks, 43, was pronounced dead on December 10, the morning after the savage assault at the Marcy Correctional Facility in Oneida County.

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5 hours ago João Pedro escapes red as Brighton’s winless run continues against Brentford

When Brighton produced a stirring comeback to defeat Manchester City here at the start of November and move into the top four, Fabian Hürzeler could have been forgiven for thinking that being a Premier League manager is a pretty straightforward business. But after another disappointing performance from his side that made it six matches without a victory and allowed Brentford to pick up only their second away point of the season, the 31-year-old may have a different opinion now.Despite creating a plethora of chances, Brighton could not find a way past Thomas Frank’s battling side, who lost their goalkeeper Mark Flekken to injury in the first half and handed a Premier League debut to Hákon Valdimarsson. In the absence of their top scorer, Danny Welbeck, who has been sidelined with an ankle injury, and for all their positivity and possession under Hürzeler, Brighton lack a cutting edge in attack that was exposed again by Brentford. They have not won at home since beating City and it wa...

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5 hours ago New York correctional officers pummeled handcuffed prisoner before death, footage shows

Newly released body-camera footage shows that a man fatally beaten in a New York prison this month was repeatedly pummeled by correctional officers while in handcuffs

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5 hours ago Sean 'Diddy' Combs 'staying strong' despite Christmas 'meltdown' as he pleaded with guards

Sean 'Diddy' Combs is said to have had a meltdown over the Christmas period as he struggled to believe he was spending the holidays in prison – but sources have disputed this

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6 hours ago Gerwyn Price survives epic World Darts Championship thriller vs Joe Cullen

Darts star Gerwyn Price survived blowing a three-set lead against Joe Cullen to reach the last 16 of the PDC World Darts Championship at the Alexandra Palace

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5 hours ago BBC Escape to the Country star halts property search minutes in after spotting key detail

Escape to the Country presenter Alistair Appleton was joined by Anita Rani and interior designer Shaun Clarkson on the show's celebrity special on Friday night

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7 hours ago Diddy's huge prison 'meltdown' revealed, as 'sex trafficker' rapper remains in hellhole jail

Diddy was arrested and indicted for sex trafficking, racketeering and transportation to engage in prostitution.

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5 hours ago Aston Villa's response as Jhon Duran LOSES appeal after 'dreadful' red card

Aston Villa striker Jhon Duran was sent off during the first half of his side's 3-0 loss to Newcastle United on Boxing Day, after VAR intervention

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7 hours ago Pregnant Charlotte Crosby reveals heartbreaking death of 'most loving family member' on Boxing Day

Pregnant Geordie Shore star Charlotte Crosby has taken to Instagram to announce the tragic death of her grandmother on Boxing Day alongside a heartbreaking statement

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6 hours ago Sylvester Stallone's brutal lesson from Michael Caine after 'low point of life' on film set

Sylvester Stallone was left beaten and broken after filming Escape to Victory, with the Hollywood star admitting his time on the set was one of the 'low points' of his life

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7 hours ago London Drug Dealer Sentenced to Prison After This Stupid Mistake Connected Him Back to the Crime

London Drug Dealer Sentenced to Prison After This Stupid Mistake Connected Him Back to the Crime  The Root

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6 hours ago Donald Trump 'set to be first elected politician given two state visits' to UK

Downing Street are considering inviting Donald Trump for unprecedented second state visit, according to reports

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7 hours ago Lord...This Drug Dealer Sentenced to Prison After Doing the Stupidest Thing Ever

Lord...This Drug Dealer Sentenced to Prison After Doing the Stupidest Thing Ever  The Root

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6 hours ago Family detention, raids and ‘no price tag’: Trump’s mass deportation plan comes into focus

Migrant families will be given impossible choices under Tom Homan’s agenda while Trump invokes wartime law and surges law enforcement across the country, Alex Woodward reports

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7 hours ago Rapper dies at 32 after being rushed to hospital following a gunshot wound

Rapper OG Maco, best known for the viral hit U Guessed It, has died at the age of 32, with his family paying tribute to his "resilience, creativity, and boundless love"

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6 hours ago Trump accidentally shares cryptic message intended for Elon Musk with the world

President-elect Donald Trump sent a cryptic message to his billionaire tech friend Elon Musk on Friday hours after a brutal social media debate on immigration blew up in his face.

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9 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

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7 hours ago Escape to the Country property search comes to abrupt halt as star says ‘forget it’

Escape to the Country host Alistair Appleton went all out to help Countryfile presenter Anita Rani find her dream country home.

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9 hours ago U Guessed It rapper OG Maco, 32, dies weeks after tragically shooting himself

U Guessed It rapper OG Maco has died at the age of 32, just weeks after suffering a gunshot wound to the head as he was admitted to hospital and put in critical care

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8 hours 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

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9 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

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8 hours ago Tennessee has a new execution method, 2.5 years after last scheduled execution abruptly halted

More than 2 years after Tennessee abruptly halted the execution of inmate Oscar Smith, the state has announced a new lethal injection method

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10 hours ago Morrison Hotel featured on The Doors’ album cover burns in Los Angeles fire

Blaze engulfed landmark building where Jim Morrison and bandmates posed for a photograph for their 1970 LPFlames engulfed the historic Morrison Hotel, featured on the cover of The Doors’ 1970 album of the same name, after a fire hit the landmark downtown Los Angeles building.More than 100 firefighters responded to the fire, which began around 11am Thursday, and had the burn under control in under two hours. Several dozen people inside were able to escape, including possible squatters and three people rescued by firefighters on the third floor. Continue reading...

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8 hours ago Maga v Musk: Trump camp divided in bitter fight over immigration policy

Feud flared up when president-elect chose Sriram Krishnan, an Indian-born entrepreneur, as his AI adviserBitter in-fighting has broken out between tech billionaire Elon Musk and Donald Trump’s hardline Make America great again (Maga) base after the US president-elect chose an Indian-born entrepreneur to be his adviser on artificial intelligence.The row has pitted Musk and his fellow entrepreneur Vivek Ramaswamy against die-hard supporters including the far-right activist Laura Loomer and Matt Gaetz, the former congress member and abortive nominee for attorney general. The spat threatens to open up a chasm among Trump’s supporters over immigration, a key issue in his election victory. Continue reading...

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10 hours ago Morrison hotel featured on Doors’ album cover burns in Los Angeles fire

Blaze engulfed landmark building where Jim Morrison and bandmates posed for a photograph for their 1970 LPFlames engulfed the historic Morrison Hotel, featured on the cover of The Doors’ 1970 album of the same name, after a fire hit the landmark downtown Los Angeles building.More than 100 firefighters responded to the fire, which began around 11am Thursday, and had the burn under control in under two hours. Several dozen people inside were able to escape, including possible squatters and three people rescued by firefighters on the third floor. Continue reading...

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