34 minutes ago How I beat overwhelm: I deleted my email app – and my sleep suddenly improved

Checking my emails at every possible opportunity had become distracting and draining. So I set myself new boundariesAs a freelance writer, the structure of my work day can often vary wildly. Sometimes, it feels as if I have too much to do – other days, too little.Yet no matter the shape of my 9 to 5, one thing remains constant: emails. I receive about 100 a day, ranging from the inane (Tesco Clubcard updates) to the infuriating (the PR who keeps sending me the fluctuating numbers of Taylor Swift’s Instagram following) and the important (editors, often wondering when the piece they have asked me to write might materialise). Continue reading...

Politics

13 hours ago Nick Knowles struggles to walk up stairs in video as he shares health update

BBC star Nick Knowles has had to undergo operations on both his leg and his arm, and updated fans on his walking progress ahead of DIY SOS and his wedding next year

Society

7 hours ago The Chase fans fume as ITV show gives away huge £116K prize based on 'wrong answer'

The Chase fans were left fuming as they claimed the show gave away a huge prize for charity based on a wrong answer.

Economics

3 hours ago Puttin' on the Glitz! Taylor Swift inspires fans with her glittering outfits as interest in sequinned dresses surges during superstar singer's UK leg of worldwide Eras tour

As Taylor Swift came to the UK for four stops on her huge world tour, interest in sequinned dresses skyrocketed, with a spike in sales and a surge in online searches

Sport

3 hours 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...

Events

4 hours ago World Darts Championship 2025: Schedule, latest results and how to watch as Luke Humphries sails through

Luke Littler and Michael van Gerwen headline huge Saturday night of action at Alexandra Palace

Politics

14 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

11 hours ago Euro giants eye Celtic star, Rangers plot moves, Hearts ace 'has price', Scots boss return

The latest transfer news across Scottish football

Economics

3 hours ago Chrissy Teigen blasts 'n**s and t***s' as she is criticised for 'clueless' interview after wearing Chelsea shirt to attend Arsenal vs Ipswich Town match with John Legend and kids

Fans slammed the 'clueless' couple as they appeared to get confused over which teams had played, with Chrissy even wearing a Chelsea shirt to the game.

Sport

4 hours ago Whey aye! Geordies are the biggest cheese fans in the country with almost half eating at least 24lb every year

A poll of 2,000 Britons found that 47 per cent of folk from the North East eat more than the UK average of just under 1kg per month.

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4 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

16 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 Jeremy Clarkson fans gobsmacked by £85 'calendar' after star's financial woes

The former Top Gear host has released a 'non-advent calendar' for January, which is packed with 25 days worth of lager, cider and gifts to help get you through the darkest month of the year

Economics

6 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

6 hours ago Stephen Bunting makes tears admission prior to World Darts Championship match

Darts ace Stephen Bunting has confessed he was close to tears prior to his match against Madars Razma, who he beat to reach the last 16 of the World Darts Championship

Events

5 hours ago Outlander fans rage 'it's not enough' they're left fuming over Claire and Jamie twist

Outlander fans were thrilled when the time-travelling adventure returned earlier this year but they've been left disappointed with recent twists and turns

Politics

17 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

13 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

9 hours ago 'I left Arsenal and ended up at Chelsea feeling disgusted and lying to club medical staff'

Emmanuel Petit spent just one season at Barcelona after leaving Arsenal for the Nou Camp in 2000, before moving to Chelsea, and he has admitted he regrets the decision

Sport

6 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

5 hours ago Chess: Carlsen disqualified in New York after refusing to change out of jeans

The world No 1 was defaulted from the World Rapid Championship and has also chosen to withdraw from the World Blitz saying ‘it became a matter of principle’Magnus Carlsen, the world No 1, has been disqualified from the World Rapid Championship in New York due to a dress code violation, refusing to change from jeans, after a previous warning. He is also withdrawing from the World Blitz which starts on 30 December.Fide explained their decision in a statement while Carlsen said: “I said I’ll change tomorrow but they said you have to change now it became a matter of principle for me so here we are! Honestly I’m too old at this point to care too much. If this is what they want to do I’ll probably set off to somewhere where the weather is a bit nicer.” Continue reading...

Politics

20 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

14 hours ago Inside Gerwyn Price's incredible Valleys 'man cave' he's built with darts prize money

The Welshman is back in action at Alexandra Palace for the World Darts Championships

Economics

11 hours ago Netflix Squid Game fans left 'fuming' at season two ending and when is season three

Squid Game fans waited three years for season 2 to be released

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

7 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

Politics

21 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

17 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

12 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

7 hours ago Tottenham: Ange Postecoglou demands bigger squads as Spurs injury crisis deepens

With the packed fixture calendar unlikely to change, Australian believes clubs should be able to rely on more players

Events

7 hours ago Coronation Street's David Platt twist 'exposed' as fans fear for character's safety

Coronation Street's David Platt was nowhere to be seen on the ITV soap on Friday, 27 December after he vanished from Weatherfield - wife Shona leading the search

Politics

18 hours ago Palma 'living through hell' at Celtic as Hoops set out stall over £7m Bernabei sale – Parkhead transfer bulletin

A number of clubs are said to be eyeing the Honduran with his days at Celtic said to be 'numbered'

Economics

13 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

7 hours ago Nicolas Kuhn reveals Celtic injury exile was 'painful' as he vows to be fully firing in time for Rangers

Kuhn was back on the pitch and back among the goals against Motherwell

Events

7 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 Luke Littler loses huge amount of money as Darts World Championship star faces big bill

Luke Littler has made a fortune from playing darts this year, but he will have to pay a hefty chunk of his winnings back in tax - with one expert in particular identifying that he'll be lumping out around £130,000

Economics

13 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

7 hours ago Sugababes star almost died in horror crash after she 'blacked out' behind the wheel

Sugababes singer Keisha Buchanan has shared a photo from the scene of a horror car crash she was involved in last year as she told fans she'd "blacked out at the wheel"

Events

7 hours ago Kai Havertz guides Arsenal past Ipswich to show there is life without Saka

The Premier League season has not reached its halfway point and yet Arsenal knew this was a game they had to win. Liverpool’s stunning form at the top of the table had seen to that. It was scrappy for long spells, Ipswich digging deep, determined to show a response to the 4-0 home drubbing against Newcastle from last Saturday – the only time they have taken a real battering this season.Arsenal were restricted. They found chances difficult to come by. But in the end, one goal was enough – together with another clean sheet for David Raya, his 23rd in 50 league appearances for the club. Kai Havertz was the scorer, turning home a Leandro Trossard cross midway through the first half; he made it look simple. Continue reading...

Politics

22 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

13 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

7 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

7 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

13 hours ago Gavin and Stacey fans spot huge errors in finale as Neil the Baby goes 'missing' from scene

Gavin and Stacey fans were left sobbing at the show's festive finale, but some viewers couldn't help but notice a few awkward blunders throughout the 90-minute episode

Sport

8 hours ago Man accused of burning woman alive on New York City subway told police 'he drinks a lot'

Sebastian Zapeta is accused of setting fire to a woman inside the carriage of a New York subway train and then fanning the flames before watching on as the victim died

Events

7 hours ago Coronation Street fans 'rumble' sad David Platt twist ahead of 'massive stunt'

Coronation Street's latest episode saw David Platt in turmoil after recent events on the ITV soap, amid producer Kate Brooks confirming a 'massive stunt' linked to the character

Politics

13 hours ago 'I regret my decision to quit Arsenal every day – I was left disgusted at Chelsea'

Emmanuel Petit made the controversial decision to leave Arsenal for Chelsea in 2001, but his time at Stamford Bridge was far from enjoyable as his club career fizzled out

Sport

8 hours ago Emmerdale fans 'work out' Joe Tate's reason for returning in Will Taylor death twist

Emmerdale fans have been left concerned for Joe Tate after his return to the village, as they fear he's hiding a dark secret - but what is it?

Events

8 hours ago Frank Lampard sends Man United legend Wayne Rooney sack message after another defeat

Frank Lampard's Coventry City met Wayne Rooney's Plymouth Argyle in The Championship on Boxing Day with the Manchester United legend under huge pressure

Politics

14 hours ago Rafael Nadal 'could coach Carlos Alcaraz' – like Andy Murray with Novak Djokovic

Tennis fans are eager to see Novak Djokovic compete with Andy Murray in his players' box, but one tennis legend thinks Rafael Nadal could also be a good mentor

Sport

8 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

Events

9 hours ago Jota would welcome Celtic transfer return as Parkhead favourite reckons money side makes sense

Mark Wilson suuspects the Portuguese winger would be back in Celtic's price range amid tough time in France

Politics

14 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

10 hours ago Darts star on comeback at Ally Pally after nearly quitting the sport due to tragic death

Jonny Clayton beat Daryl Gurney 4-3 to reach the last 16 of the Paddy Power PDC World Championship on Friday - but he nearly quit the sport entirely after suffering a personal tragedy

Events

9 hours ago Brighton chief takes swipe at own fans after receiving 'late night emails'

Brighton's loss to Crystal Palace Palace stung for fans and chief Paul Barber revealed in his programme notes ahead of their clash with Brentford that he had received some unwelcome abuse from disgruntled supporters

Politics

16 hours ago Netflix's Squid Game 2 sparks frenzy after fans find 'Easter Egg' game on Google

Squid Game 2 has only just dropped on Netflix, but people are already playing a game on Google that will have you on the edge of your seat as you try to beat the creepy doll

Sport

10 hours ago Martha Stewart fans stunned by her 'epic' Christmas as she spends holiday on luxurious African safari

The 83-year-old star took to Instagram this week and confirmed that she was enjoying a safari holiday at a luxurious resort in Namibia, where a family chalet costs almost $600-per-night.

Events

9 hours ago Michael Owen says just one club can stop Liverpool winning Premier League title

Michael Owen has given his verdict on the Premier League title race after Liverpool's 3-1 win over Leicester on Boxing Day, with the Reds currently seven points clear at the top

Politics

16 hours ago Gavin and Stacey fans livid as they spot huge 'blunder' in final episode

Gavin and Stacey officially bowed out after a thrilling final episode, but some eagle-eyed viewers were less than thrilled when they spotted a bizarre plot hole in the story

Sport

10 hours ago 'I forgot I let the PDC use my song for the World Champs – I can't believe it's a cult hit'

Italian band Planet Funk had no idea their song 'Chase the Sun' had become the sound of darts until they heard it blaring out inside the lobby of a London hotel

Events

9 hours ago Outnumbered loses half its viewers after fans slammed depressing special but show bosses defend it

In the latest instalment, Dad Pete, played by Hugh Dennis, revealed to his children that he was battling prostate cancer.

Politics

16 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

11 hours ago Luke Littler sends classy Damon Heta message after missing out on World Darts Championship bonus

The Nuke missed out on the Paddy Power £60,000 bonus for a nine-dart finish in his second round win against Ryan Meikle at Alexandra Palace on Friday afternoon

Events

9 hours ago The Stephen Bunting bandwagon rolls on as Liverpool daft darts star channels Arne Slot with rivals an afterthought

The Scouser insists he couldn't care less what anyone else is doing at the Ally Pally as he laps up fans' adulation

Politics

11 hours ago A 9th telecoms firm has been hit by a massive Chinese espionage campaign, the White House says

A top White House official says a ninth U.S. telecoms firm has been confirmed to have been hacked as part of a sprawling Chinese espionage campaign that gave officials in Beijing access to private texts and phone conversations of an unknown number of Americans

Events

9 hours ago Coronation Street siblings rocked as estranged brother fans 'have never met' makes debut

Coronation Street's iconic Webster family is get even bigger as Carl Webster is set to make his debut on the cobbles ahead of one family member's reported 'death'

Politics

17 hours ago Xbox Game Pass January lineup kicks off 2025 with Game of the Year contender

Call of Duty fans have been desperate for more games to come to Xbox Game Pass now that Microsoft owns the brand, and it appears a fantastic entry could be top of the list

Sport

12 hours ago Brendan Rodgers playing Celtic long game as Tannadice panic warning raises boss' eyebrow

The Hoops boss sees his troops 12 points clear of Rangers, League Cup in the bag and on the verge of Champions League progression

Events

10 hours ago Luke Humphries' incredible body transformation and huge net worth after World Darts prize

The 29-year-old is out to defend his World Championship title at Alexandra Palace

Politics

17 hours ago James Corden shares BTS photos from Gavin And Stacey finale in emotional post to fans

The finale saw more than 12 million people tune in

Sport

14 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

10 hours ago The key Kieran Tierney Celtic transfer concern as John Hartson doubts if they can make homecoming worthwhile

The Hoops diehard is set for the Arsenal exit door and talk is in overdrive about an emotional return to his boyhood club

Politics

17 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

15 hours ago Man City January transfer window guide: Pep Guaridola targets Rodri replacement to spark rebuild

Champions have been shell shocked by Rodri’s injury

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