5 hours ago Uplifting stories of 2024: From Boki the bear’s surgery to Hardest Geezer’s run

Here is a look at some of the most uplifting stories of the year.

Politics

3 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

20 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

21 hours ago Raging Hearts fans derail Lawrence Shankland interview as hospitality host calls out swearing punters for 'starting p***'

Shankland was interviewed in hospitality but barely got a word out before things turned sour

Sport

38 minutes ago ‘Bullets can make a real mess of bones’: the hospital where the war wounded have their lives put together again

At MSF’s pioneering centre in Amman, Jordan, the dedicated team deal with lives that have already been saved. Here they make those lives worth livingAs a sign of commitment to peace, help us support those affected by war | Kath VinerDonate to our charity appeal hereA girl slips through the corridors of the hospital’s fifth floor with her friend, the pair bright-eyed and shy. Today is her last chance to wear her sparkly new shoes, bought for a party last week. Tomorrow, the 12-year-old Iraqi will have a leg amputated.The operation was due two weeks ago but the surgeon, who had tried not to weep as he broke the news that amputation was necessary, agreed to delay surgery. She wanted the chance to wear her new shoes to the party first. Continue reading...

Events

17 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

11 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

6 hours ago Last major health facility in north Gaza ‘out of service’ after Israeli attack

Staff arrested, injured and killed as Israeli forces burn and destroy key Kamal Adwan hospital departments, says WHOThe last major health facility in northern Gaza has been put out of service, the World Health Organization has said, after an Israeli military operation targeting sites near the Kamal Adwan hospital.“Initial reports indicate that some key departments were severely burnt and destroyed during the raid,” the WHO said in a statement on X. Continue reading...

Politics

9 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

2 hours ago ‘A joke’: Jordan Thompson hits out at doping ban for doubles partner Max Purcell

Australian has accepted provisional suspension for anti-doping breachThompson to play with Chris O’Connell at Brisbane InternationalThe doping ban of Australia’s two-time doubles grand-slam winner Max Purcell has been described as “a joke” by his US Open-winning partner Jordan Thompson.The 26-year-old Purcell was provisionally suspended over an alleged violation of tennis’ anti-doping program. The International Tennis Integrity Agency (ITIA) announced on Monday that Purcell had voluntarily accepted the suspension, after admitting to a breach relating to a prohibited method. Continue reading...

Events

18 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 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

6 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

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

3 hours ago More than a million children are at risk from rundown schools 'collapsing on top of them' as they study

A new Guardian investigation found that thousands of public sector buildings, including schools, hospitals and courts, are in desperate need of repair.

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

19 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

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

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

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

5 hours ago Are Cristiano Ronaldo and Georgina Rodriguez secretly MARRIED? Football superstar's slip of the tongue at awards gala sets off the rumour mill

Cristiano Ronaldo has once again sparked rumours that him and long-term partner Georgina Rodriguez are secretly married.

Events

8 hours ago Nebraska's governor to leave hospital after he was bucked off a horse and broke his ribs

Nebraska Gov. Jim Pillen will be released from the hospital Friday, two days after getting nine titanium plates installed during a surgery to stabilize the ribs he broke when he was bucked off a horse

Politics

5 hours ago Emmerdale spoilers: April 'death' news, Anthony twist and three characters hospitalised

Emmerdale spoilers for next week tease a devastating twist in April Windsor's disappearance, while a special A&E episode sees more than one character hospitalised

Events

8 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

6 hours ago Bukayo Saka: Mikel Arteta reveals worrying new injury return timeline for Arsenal star after surgery

Gunners boss believes England winger is likely to miss more than two months after operation on his torn hamstring

Events

9 hours ago Final crystal triangles installed on Times Square ball ahead of New Year's Eve

The last of the crystal triangles that make up this year’s Times Square New Year’s Eve ball have been installed, marking the first time in 10 years that all 2,688 were replaced at once

Politics

6 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

Events

10 hours ago Coronation Street's Kevin and Debbie Webster estranged brother set to rock Weatherfield

A new member of Coronation Street's iconic Webster family is set to make their debut on the cobbles ahead of a beloved character's reported 'death' in a heartbreaking storyline

Politics

6 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

Events

11 hours 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

7 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

11 hours ago Wham!’s Last Christmas remains top of UK singles chart for another week

Duo’s festive record made history when it became Christmas No 1 two years in a rowWham! have continued their belated festive domination after Last Christmas remained top of the singles chart, a week after being crowned 2024’s Christmas No 1.The pop duo of George Michael and Andrew Ridgeley made history last week after their 1984 single Last Christmas became the first UK Christmas No1 to top the chart for two years in a row. Continue reading...

Politics

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

12 hours ago Emily Blackwell gives birth 10 weeks early as baby daughter discharged from intensive care unit

Made in Chelsea star Emily Blackwell has given birth to her first child 10 weeks early as she admitted she's had the 'hardest time of her life' as her baby went into intensive care

Politics

8 hours ago Georgina Rodriguez puts on a VERY busty display as she wows in black mini dress alongside Cristiano Ronaldo at the Globe Soccer Awards in Dubai

She has become well known for her glamorous designer outfits. And Georgina Rodriguez made sure all eyes were on her as she wowed in a black mini dress for the Globe Soccer Awards in Dubai.

Events

12 hours ago Real Madrid cult heroes reunited at Christmas – thanks to twin sister wives

Joselu left Real Madrid for Qatar in the summer transfer window, but retains a unique link to the Spanish giants thanks to his wife and veteran full-back Dani Carvajal

Politics

10 hours ago U Guessed It rapper OG Maco dies aged 32 just weeks after tragically shooting himself

The U Guessed It star had been hospitalised after suffering a gunshot wound to the head on December 12.

Events

12 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

10 hours ago Olympic skier airlifted intensive care with bleeding near the brain after crashing on 'dangerous' slope to be used at the 2026 Games

Sarrazin was one of two skiers airlifted to a hospital and the French ski federation said he was conscious but diagnosed with a subdural hematoma - bleeding near the brain.

Events

13 hours ago Max George reunited with beloved pup as The Wanted star finally discharged from hospital

The Wanted star Max George has finally returned home after spending weeks in hospital and having a pacemaker fitted as he reunited with his beloved pitbull Albert

Politics

10 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"

Events

13 hours ago The bar half way around the world which had a team building day watching Gavin & Stacey finale

Members of staff at The Welsh Dragon Bar in New Zealand got together on Boxing Day together to watch the last ever episode of the beloved BBC show

Politics

11 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

14 hours ago I'm A Celeb's GK Barry rushes to hospital with girlfriend and suffers nightmare moment

Social media star GK Barry has rushed to hospital alongside her footballer girlfriend Ella Rutherford as she admitted the pair had a nightmare moment while in A&E

Politics

11 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

Events

14 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

11 hours ago Three women die after eating Christmas cake at family gathering as police launch probe

An investigation has been launched after three women died and a further three people were hospitalised after they ate Christmas cake that was baked at a family gathering in Brazil

Events

14 hours ago Britney Spears tears up as she reunites with son for first time in years

Hitmaker Britney has spent Christmas with her son Jayden for the first time in years and shared an emotional tribute for being able to spend time with her darling boy

Politics

12 hours ago Cyprien Sarrazin in intensive care after downhill crash on 2026 Olympic slope

Sarrazin, 30, set for surgery after head injury in crashFrench standout crashed during World Cup trainingFrench standout Cyprien Sarrazin was in intensive care with a head injury after a crash during training for a World Cup downhill race on Friday on the slope set to be used for the 2026 Winter Olympics.Sarrazin was one of two skiers airlifted to a hospital after crashing and the French ski federation said he was conscious but diagnosed with a subdural hematoma — bleeding near the brain. Continue reading...

Events

15 hours ago Gavin and Stacey viewers 'in tears' over tribute to beloved late character in finale

Gavin and Stacey: the Finale aired earlier this week and some fans were thrilled by the reference in one scene to a character who did not appear in the Christmas special

Politics

12 hours ago Two young women taken to hospital after crash involving Audi on Boxing Day

The incident involving two young women happened on Boxing Day

Events