33 minutes ago Overindulged over Christmas? Try this AI coaching app for a gentle but effective approach to weight loss

When it comes to weight loss, I’ve tried every trick in the book but nothing seems to stick. I was intrigued by the idea of using an AI coach to drop a few pounds so I tried the Simple app - and here’s what I thought.

Politics

34 minutes ago Christmas leftovers meet Italian flair: Three recipes to reinvent festive staples

Christmas meets Italian flair in these recipes that turn festive leftovers into bold, satisfying dishes. From turkey meatballs to cacciatore-style chicken, here’s how to reinvent your festive staples with ease

Society

34 minutes ago Get 25% off Tamnavulin Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky in Amazon deal

Top up your drinks cabinet in time for Christmas with Amazon's whisky deal.

Economics

7 hours ago Boxer Paul Bamba dies aged 35... just six days after his final fight and weeks after signing with Ne

His death comes just six days after his last fight - a win over Rogelio Medina Luna in New Jersey that saw him named the WBA Gold Cruiserweight world champion.

Sport

2 hours ago "Mystery rash changed my life forever" Young Scot opens up on shock kidney disease diagnosis

A 24-year-old Scots guitarist's life was permanently altered when he was diagnosed with a rare and aggressive kidney disease that has caused a "lonely struggle".

Events

15 hours ago Lady Kitty Spencer shares photos of daughter Athena enjoying a 'magical' Christmas in Monaco

Princess Diana 's niece, 33, has shared photos from a festive stay in Monaco, including adorable snaps of her baby daughter Athena.

Culture

17 hours ago Man airlifted to hospital after 'medical emergency' on Loch Lomond island

The Loch Lomond Rescue Boat (LLRB) were called in to assist the man before the Coastguard airlifted him to hospital after a 'medical emergency' on Inchmurrin Island on Loch Lomond.

Science

7 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

Transport

33 minutes ago Blind date: ‘The glare of the Christmas lights made his eyes look really beautiful and I just had to tell him’

Ash, 38, a photographer, meets Darren, 39, a TV producerWhat were you hoping for? To meet someone intelligent that I could have good conversation and a laugh with. Continue reading...

Politics

4 hours ago Gavin and Stacey star enjoys one superfood snack that's linked to 'better heart health'

Alison Steadman, 79, is known for playing Pam Shipman in BBC's Gavin and Stacey. The series finale aired on Christmas Day, 2024

Society

14 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

Economics

14 hours ago Gavin and Stacey fans in disbelief after spotting massive blunder in Christmas finale

Gavin and Stacey fans expressed their shock after discovering Smithy's full name during the 2024 Christmas special, with one joking they "watch the show too much"

Sport

2 hours ago Olivia Hussey dies aged 73 as tributes paid to Romeo and Juliet and Black Christmas star

Star of Franco Zeffirelli’s 1968 adaptation of Romeo and Juliet Olivia Hussey Eisley has died at the age of 73, her family have confirmed in a heartbreaking statement released on her Instagram page

Events

15 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...

Culture

23 hours ago Hair experts explain frustrating Christmas symptom that has an easy solution

Hair experts have explained how to look after your hair during the Christmas season

Science

9 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.

Transport

94 minutes ago Cat Deeley shares very rare video of children Milo, 8, and James, 5, on holiday in Lapland

TV presenter Cat Deeley took to Instagram to share a rare video of her two sons, Milo and James, as they enjoyed a festive day out to Lapland UK ahead of Christmas

Politics

5 hours ago Festive air fryer gyros recipe takes just 15 minutes and is a 'serious banger'

Use all of your favourite Christmas dinner trimmings to create a healthy festive gyros that you'll want 'immediately'

Society

14 hours ago Got a new phone for Christmas? Casetify's holiday sale cuts price of iPhone and Samsung cases

If you've recently acquired a new smartphone, you'll be needing a case - and Casetify has a dizzying array of options on offer right now for a very attractive price

Economics

14 hours ago James Corden's emotional message to fans as Gavin and Stacey finale is watched by 12.3m

Gavin and Stacey stars James Corden and Ruth Jones share behind-the-scenes photos of the Christmas Day special

Sport

4 hours ago Man, 49, is charged with murder after two women, 24 and 38, are killed in Christmas Day knife attack that also left teenage boy injured

A man has been charged in a double murder investigation after two women were stabbed to death in Milton Keynes on Christmas day.

Events

18 hours ago The top 25 holiday destinations of 2025, picked by experts: These are the festivals, events and secret relaxing hotspots you should book NOW to get an amazing bargain

In its annual report on travel trends, hospitality giant Hilton declared 2025 the 'Year of the Travel Maximizer' - industry jargon for the idea that we all want more experiences.

Culture

13 hours ago Severe weather threatens US flights during one of busiest travel weekends

Nearly 900 flights have been cancelled already as tornado watches are issued in Texas and LouisianaAs the US braces for one of its busiest travel weekends of the year, the threat of severe weather has already led to hundreds of flight cancellations.Tornado watches were issued in the southern states of Texas and Louisiana on Thursday, CNN reported. In Texas, the Federal Aviation Administration ordered ground stops at two airports, CBS reported. Governor Greg Abbott of Texas activated emergency response resources in the state on Thursday. Continue reading...

Transport

2 hours ago When you should take down your Christmas tree as 'evil spirits' could remain

Many of us will be looking for the perfect time to take down our Christmas tree - but you might be surprised to hear that there could be bad luck if you leave it up for too long

Politics

7 hours ago A family of 4 died Christmas Day at their New Hampshire lake house after likely carbon monoxide leak

A Massachusetts couple and their two daughters were identified by authorities Friday as the victims of suspected carbon monoxide poisoning after they were found dead at their lake house in New Hampshire on Christmas Day

Society

16 hours ago Is ‘doom spending’ draining your money? How to fix your financial habits in 2025

Former financial ‘hot mess’ Emma Edwards explores how to rest your habits in her new book, Good With Money

Economics

14 hours ago Gavin and Stacey fans are only just realising why Neil The Baby sings in the Christmas finale

Gavin and Stacey's Neil the Baby left fans puzzled with his emotional performance of Blackbird in the finale episode - but have figured out the real reason behind it

Sport

4 hours ago Scottie Scheffler undergoes surgery on injury suffered while preparing Christmas dinner

Reigning world No1 will miss the start of the 2025 PGA Tour season in Hawaii after hand wound caused by broken glass

Events

19 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

16 hours ago BMW driver with car sticker saying 'My driving scares me too' is stopped by police for doing 118mph on motorway on Christmas Day

A BMW driver with a sticker on their that read 'my driving scares me too' was caught speeding on a motorway at 118mph on Christmas Day.

Transport

2 hours ago Tyson Fury beats Anthony Joshua twice to settle bitter rivalry... star's dream 2025

Following an uneventful year for the 'Gypsy King' inside the famous squared-circle, the British superstar will be looking for a busy and successful 2025

Politics

10 hours ago A father failed to fly home for Christmas. Now his family have gone out to Spain to search for him

John George never made his flight home from Spain

Society

17 hours ago Family of four who spent £250 on Christmas dinner can't believe what they are served

A family were left reeling on Christmas Day after forking out more than £60 per person for food alone during their festive meal at a hotel – and were not pleased by what was plated up

Economics

15 hours ago Gavin and Stacey fans spot continuity error during Mick's stag night tribute to Smithy

The gaffe comes as James Corden thanked fans for tuning into the finale after it secured the highest Christmas Day ratings since 2008

Sport

6 hours ago Pictured: Woman who prepared 'poison' Christmas meal that led to the deaths of her two sisters and niece

Tatiana Denize Silva dos Anjos, 43, and Maida Berenice Flores da Silva, 58, died after having the cake on December 23.

Events

19 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

2 hours ago Festive sausage rolls recipe that will ‘fill you with Christmas cheer’

One TikToker has shared their festive take on the classic sausage roll which will definitely 'fill you with Christmas cheer'

Politics

12 hours 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

17 hours ago 13 little treats to buy for yourself in the winter sales if Santa didn't quite deliver

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

Economics

15 hours ago James Corden's big comeback: Comedian is embraced by the nation once more as Gavin And Stacey final is a hit with viewers after the actor faced a string of scandals

The last ever episode of the show - which came five years after the most recent Christmas special - pulled in a massive 12.5 million viewers for the BBC.

Sport

6 hours ago Man to appear in court on double murder charge over Christmas Day killings

Jazwell Brown, of Santa Cruz Avenue, Bletchley, will appear at High Wycombe Magistrates’ Court on Saturday.

Events

2 hours ago Extreme measures to hide hated character's comeback in Gavin and Stacey revealed by cast member

Gavin and Stacey star Lauren Cornelius, who played Sonia's bridesmaid Anna, revealed that the Christmas special was such a closely guarded secret that even the cast didn't know about the return of the hated character

Politics

14 hours ago I've travelled the world with my family of six and saved £41,000 on accommodation over the years thanks to secret holiday hack

Fionnuala Brennan, 53, from Tramore, Ireland, has managed to holiday around the globe, including in America, Australia, and Italy - thanks to exchanging her home.

Society

17 hours ago French chateau money pit: Couple who bought mansion for £900k says spiraling heating bills have turned fairytale into a Christmas nightmare

Lionel, 64, and Claire Cherruault, 42 paid £900,000 for the property, that comes with three acres of land, eight bedrooms and its very own chapel, back in 2021.

Economics

17 hours ago Who is Anna Woolhouse? Sky Sports' 'face of boxing' who also hosts darts

Christmas is over and the Paddy Power PDC World Darts Championship is back on TV screens - and Daily Star Sport has a closer look at one of the hosts, Anna Woolhouse

Sport

7 hours ago Moment jobsworth binman is caught on doorbell camera removing rubbish bag from top of bin at Christmas

A Hull resident posted a video of the incident to social media, tagging his local council with the comment: 'Remind me why I pay you over £130 a month [Hull City Council].'

Events

5 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

Politics

15 hours ago Airdrie Action Partnership's Christmas appeal receives £2k donation from XACT/Airdrie & Coatbridge 41 Club

Appeal supports local children and families during the festive period.

Society

17 hours ago Family buying hotdogs at Christmas market mortified after seller's £618 mistake

Laura Brumpton, 34, and her husband Alan, 37, were enjoying a festive outing to a Christmas market when they decided to treat their children to two hotdogs – but they got a shock when they checked their bank balance

Economics

18 hours ago James Corden's big comeback: Comedian is embraced by the nation once more as Gavin And Stacey final is a hit with viewers after string of scandals

The last ever episode of the show - which came five years after the most recent Christmas special - pulled in a massive 12.5 million viewers for the BBC.

Sport

7 hours ago 'Most decorated' wrestling star dies on Christmas Day aged 48 after complications

The longest reigning NWA World Heavyweight Champion Jax Dane has been described as a 'friend, mentor' and absolute professional' following his death on Christmas Day

Events

6 hours ago Gavin and Stacey star reveals how Sonia was 'kept a secret from the cast' as crew went to extreme lengths to keep plot details hidden

Gavin's almost bride-to-be Sonia, played by Laura Aikman, left viewers shocked when she 'came back to ruin Christmas' during this year's special.

Politics

18 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...

Society

18 hours ago Savvy shopper snaps up £70 Christmas turkey for fraction of price in supermarket sale

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

18 hours ago Gavin and Stacey fans all say the same thing about surprise cameo in heartwarming finale

BBC comedy Gavin and Stacey came to an emotional end on Christmas Day with the final episode watched by 12.5 million - and viewers were left delighted by some surprise appearances

Sport

7 hours ago Pregnant Charlotte Crosby hit with yet another heartbreak as nan dies over Christmas

Geordie Shore star Charlotte Crosby has been hit with another heartbreak just weeks after her home was raided by masked thieves as she admitted to having 'misfortune after misfortune'

Events

6 hours ago Badenoch urged to apologise or face ‘action’ from Farage over Reform numbers row

Reform UK’s Nigel Farage says he will spend the next couple of days weighing up possible action against Kemi Badenoch.

Politics

18 hours ago Jamie Oliver's 'super easy' turkey stew recipe for Christmas leftovers

If you're sick of turkey curry, then this delicious stew could be the answer to your prayers - and you'll also be making the most of any leftover stuffing you have

Society

19 hours ago 'I paid £62 per head for Christmas dinner – I couldn't believe what arrived'

A family of four forked out a combined £248 for food alone for their Christmas dinner at a hotel – but they were horrified when their plates arrived at their table

Economics

20 hours ago Luke Littler's rival hails teen sensation for turning darts players into celebrities

Luke Littler's emergence has seen the popularity of darts soar over the past 12 months with one of his rivals admitting every player is now feeling the benefit

Sport

7 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

Events

6 hours ago 'Duties of Kier Starmer are unremitting – but we hope Prime Minister finds time to mourn brother'

Losing a loved one is always a time of grief and reflection but to lose someone over Christmas, when families traditionally come together, makes it all the more painful

Politics

18 hours ago Sweet moment teacher, who travelled from France to meet royal family, tells Kate her work in early years 'means everything to him'

Kate, 42, joined King Charles , Queen Camilla , the Prince of Wales, and other senior members of The Firm for the royal walkabout on their Norfolk estate after the Christmas Day church service.

Society

20 hours ago Family furious after being charged £618 for two hotdogs at Christmas market

"It's just typical of our family. We have a lot of bad luck."

Economics

20 hours ago Manchester United January transfer window guide: Ruben Amorim top priority clear, Marcus Rashford uncertainty

Amorim unlikely to have significant funds to spend despite club’s struggles on the pitch

Sport

8 hours ago Pictured: 'Hero father', 37, killed when car struck him on Christmas Day

Kirk Marsden, 37, (pictured) from Blackburn, suffered multiple serious injuries after being allegedly hit by a Toyota Land Cruiser, police said.

Events

7 hours ago Kourtney Kardashian and Travis Barker match outfits at family lunch with Reign, 10, and Rocky, 13 months

A couple of days after Christmas, the couple kept the festive cheer alive in coordinated sets of red clothing as they went to a seaside eatery.

Politics

19 hours ago Viewers complain television has 'run out ideas' after ITV aired TikTok clips for two hours on Christmas Eve

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

Society

20 hours ago Sainsbury's shopper gobsmacked after bagging £70 turkey for wild price

A bargain hunter has shared their life hack to get a turkey for a fraction of the price from your local supermarket - but you'd have to celebrate after Christmas Day

Economics

22 hours ago Gavin & Stacey fans have ‘goosebumps’ over ‘absolutely perfect’ finale

The last ever episode was full of drunkenness, romance, and twists and turns

Sport

8 hours ago Fury as 'woke' MoD bosses threaten to strip the cross from chaplains' military cap badge in bid to make department more 'diverse and multi

The cross is set to be removed from the badge of Army chaplains in a 'woke' move condemned by a formermilitary chief.

Events

8 hours ago BBC Beyond Paradise fans say the same thing as beloved detective makes return

Beyond Paradise returned to BBC One with a one-off Christmas special on Friday night, and fans of the show were left thrilled as they were reunited with the characters.

Politics

20 hours ago Homes Under the Hammer star Martin Roberts unsure ‘how much time’ he’s got left to live

Roberts was told he had ‘hours to live’ before undergoing emergency heart surgery

Society

20 hours ago Shoppers fume after spotting unlikely items on supermarket shelves on Boxing Day

They say Christmas comes earlier every year, with supermarket shelves often stocked with festive treats months before December 25 – but it's not the only holiday getting shoppers riled up early

Economics

8 hours ago Murder probe launched after 'hero' dad mowed down outside pub on Christmas Day

Kirk Marsden, 37, died in the early hours of Boxing Day after being rushed to hospital following the incident outside The Gate Street Bar and Grill in Blackburn

Events

8 hours ago Beyond Paradise fans react as beloved character returns in Christmas special

BBC Beyond Paradise fans were thrilled after Humphrey and Martha returned to screens on Friday night.

Politics

22 hours ago What happened to the Outnumbered cast? How the child stars turned their back on fame and weathered a string of scandals while on

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.

Society

22 hours ago Is ‘doom spending’ draining your money? How to reprogramme your financial habits in 2025

Former financial ‘hot mess’ Emma Edwards explores how to rest your habits in her new book, Good With Money. By Vicky Shaw.

Economics

8 hours ago World No 1 Scottie Scheffler has surgery after freak Christmas dinner injury

American cuts hand on broken glass during festive periodGolfer will now miss the first tournament of seasonThe men’s world No 1 golfer Scottie Scheffler has had surgery on a hand injury he sustained while cooking Christmas dinner. The 28-year-old American has been forced to withdraw from the first tournament of the season, next week’s The Sentry in Hawaii, after cutting his right hand on broken glass.The PGA Tour said: “World No 1 and 2024 FedEx Cup Champion Scottie Scheffler has withdrawn from the PGA Tour’s 2025 season-opening tournament, The Sentry, which will take place next week, 2-5 January at The Plantation Course at Kapalua in Maui, Hawaii.” Continue reading...

Events

8 hours ago High Street shops Christmas misery as John Lewis, M&S and Next make major call

As Boxing Day sales saw a decline of in-store shoppers on the High Street, some retail giants like John Lewis and Marks & Spencer chose to remain shut for the public holiday

Politics

23 hours ago Jamie Oliver's turkey stew recipe is 'super easy' way to use Christmas leftovers

Take your Christmas dinner leftovers to the next level with this delicious turkey stew recipe from Jamie Oliver which is 'super-easy' to make and only takes an hour

Society

9 hours ago Man charged with two counts of murder after two women die in alleged Christmas Day attack in Milton Keynes

Joanne Pearson, 38, and Teohna Grant, 24, died

Events

8 hours ago Maryland man disrupts two Christmas Eve masses, pouring whiskey in holy water and hurling tangerines

Thomas Campbell Bolling Von Goetz, 56, was arrested and charged with multiple offenses following a sacrilegious rampage on Tuesday

Politics

28 hours ago The terrible secret I can never tell my husband: I slept with his brother before I met him... and I still get a rush of desire over the family dinner table even 25 years later

This year's Christmas dinner was the hardest so far; I could barely handle the tension. As the roast potatoes were handed down the table at my in-laws', excitement passed through me.

Society

9 hours ago EastEnders cast tease identity of Cindy Beale's attacker ahead of explosive reveal

EastEnders cast members Adam Woodyatt, Harriet Thrope, Michelle Collins and Micah Balfour recently discussed the big Christmas Day twist as Cindy Beale was brutally attacked

Events

8 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

Politics

9 hours ago Man, 49, is charged with murder after two women, 28 and 38, are killed in Christmas Day knife attack that also left teenage boy injured

A man has been charged in a double murder investigation after two women were stabbed to death in Milton Keynes on Christmas day.

Events

9 hours ago Search called off for man who went overboard as cruise headed to Bahamas

The unidentified man appeared to have been traveling on a Christmas-themed cruise with his family

Politics

10 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.

Events

9 hours ago Scottie Scheffler undergoes surgery after freak accident preparing Christmas dinner

Scheffler was scheduled to compete in the 2025 season-opener, The Sentry, from January 2-5 over in Hawaii. Yet following the freak accident he will no longer be taking part.

Politics

10 hours ago Emmerdale revenge twist 'sealed' as Will Taylor's real killer 'exposed'

Emmerdale viewers saw Dawn Taylor and her husband Billy Fletcher believe they had rumbled the truth about her father Will Taylor's sudden death at Christmas on the ITV soap

Events

9 hours ago The real reason Gavin and Stacey's Neil The Baby sang in BBC Christmas finale

It turns out there was a very good reason for the unexpected moment

Politics

11 hours 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