91 minutes ago Coronation Street confirms how long Rob Donovan is really back for as actor issues four

Fans have been left both shocked and delighted to learn that actor Marc Baylis will be reprising his role in the ITV soap

Politics

11 hours ago Cheesy anchovy straws and chocolate meringue kisses: Yotam Ottolenghi’s recipes for party nibbles

Bite-sized treats that are big on flavour and will see out the year in styleHappy 2025 everyone, and may the New Year bring with it the positive changes we all so yearn for. Personally, I will be embracing change in a big way, because, after seven years, this is my final column for the Guardian’s Feast. From March, I will be writing a new, long-form quarterly column packed with recipes, personal experiences and general observations about the food world, so stay tuned. The Feast community is the most engaged and greedy I know, so thank you! And I hope you welcome the New Year with these party nibbles I have lined up for this weekend. Here’s to new beginnings! Continue reading...

Society

63 minutes ago Squid Game prize money converted into pounds and 500 million Won currency explained

The hit Netflix show has returned and fans might wonder just how much money is on offer to the characters who compete in the deadly tournament.

Economics

1 hour ago Forget Risk, play Fantasy Football for Fascists: grudge matches, foul play and violent conduct guaranteed | Simon Tisdall

Leading FFF teams include Donald Trump’s Mad Angry Geezers Athletic (Maga) and Vladimir Putin’s Greater Russia United (GRU)It’s been a gloomy old year, often reflected in this space – so maybe it’s time to inject some festive cheer with an exciting new Swiftian parlour game: Fantasy Football for Fascists (FFF). Ideal for dictators, autocrats, strongmen, neo-Stalinists, far-right nationalist-populists or just students of geopolitics, it’s fanatical fun for all the family!Under conventional fantasy football rules, imaginary teams are composed of real-life players from the Premier League. In FFF, the principal players are typically politicians and public figures who exhibit extreme totalitarian tendencies. Leading FFF teams include Donald Trump’s Mad Angry Geezers Athletic (Maga) and Vladimir Putin’s Greater Russia United (GRU). China has the Xi XI. Continue reading...

Sport

2 hours ago Man Utd fans turn on Sir Jim Ratcliffe as latest controversy branded 'act of cowardice'

Sir Jim Ratcliffe's decision to stop giving £40,000 to a trust for former players of Manchester United has gone down like a lead balloon among already tetchy supporters

Events

3 hours ago Sheffield’s museums show how art comes to life when it is connected to place | Rowan Moore

Institutions in and around the city combine great works with humdrum relics of local life, to fantastic effectI’ve been living partly in Sheffield for the past month or so, which has given me the chance to catch up on some of the great monuments of industry and power in and near the city – the model miners’ village and the fantastical Jacobean castle in Bolsover, the stately home of Wentworth Woodhouse with its battleship-length Palladian facade, the buildings of the subtle modernist Peter Womersley in Huddersfield.Also the Weston Park Museum in Sheffield and the Derby Museum and Art Gallery, both of which combine world-class art with humdrum relics of local life. In one, a large John Singer Sargent portrait of three young Yorkshire women shares the premises with the plastic car roof sign of a 1970s driving school. In the other, there is a gallery full of the illuminated tableaux of science and humanity by Joseph Wright of Derby and another room with a collection of stuffed animals,...

Culture

14 hours ago UK weather maps reveal exact date snow will engulf country with '10cm per hour' flurries

Snow could be falling at a rate of around 10cm per hour in some parts of the UK in the coming days, according to advanced weather modelling maps, with other regions set to see torrential rain

Science

10 hours ago 'Nightmare' fog sparks cancellations at UK's busiest airports to 'maintain safety'

The UK's main air traffic control provider explained the essential cancellations were caused by the country's misty conditions, sparking festive chaos as disruptions continue

Transport

92 minutes ago Danny Dyer now heart throb as latest role has him 'looking like 80s comedian'

The former EastEnders star said 'the tubby little geezer' he plays in The Rivals has won him an army of female fans because he looks like 80s comedian Bob Carolgees

Politics

14 hours ago Doctor recommends foods that 'slow alcohol absorption' before night out

The GP explained why it is important to eat well before drinking alcohol and shared their recommendations

Society

3 hours ago Alabama Barker, 19, divides fans as she shows off her £239k designer gift haul

Fans of reality star Alabama Barker - who is the daughter of Blink-182 icon Travis Barker - were stunned by the huge haul of expensive gifts that she showed off on TikTok

Economics

2 hours ago Man United players and fans have the chance to show they have taken Ruben Amorim comments on board

Ruben Amorim needs to turn Manchester United's fortunes around and he can start by improving a dismal record at Old Trafford since the start of last season.

Sport

2 hours ago ‘Create our own history’: Alisson targets title to mark new Liverpool era

The Liverpool goalkeeper expected ‘hard work’ for Arne Slot but flying start to season means their end goal is clearIf 2024 included the final chapter of Jürgen Klopp at Liverpool, the year may yet be recalled as the start of something else special. It was on 26 January that devastated fans learned one of the best-kept football secrets of modern times, that Klopp could give no more. In late December, a renewed team, more patient in style, far less exuberant yet just as potent, already threatens to emulate Klopp’s finest achievements.The bond between Klopp and former players remains firm. When Curtis Jones made his 100th Premier League appearance against Leicester on Boxing Day, he realised only because his former manager had congratulated him on the milestone. When Klopp returns to public life next week as head of global football for the Red Bull conglomerate, the sight of him in the stands, talking to the media, will take some getting used to. Continue reading...

Events

13 hours ago Multiple Oscar winning film that 'lives up to the term masterpiece' is on TV tonight

The Godfather is still a highly regarded piece of cinematic history and fans of the movie can watch it for free this weekend

Culture

22 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

1 hour ago BBC Gavin and Stacey's Neil the Baby star apologises as fans issue major demand

Gavin and Stacey star Oscar Hartland has issued an apology to fans after the final episode of the hugely popular sitcom, which aired on Christmas Day.

Politics

24 hours ago Airport delays LIVE: Passengers facing heavy delays and cancellations due to fog at Manchester and Gatwick

Delays of up to four hours at the country’s busiest airports, including Manchester and London Gatwick, as thick fog disrupts travel

Society

6 hours ago Cristiano Ronaldo slams Sir Jim Ratcliffe amid Man Utd charity cut despite £23bn fortune

The Portuguese superstar spoke out with fans angry at the chemicals tycoon's latest cost-cutting gambit

Economics

3 hours ago Gavin and Stacey fans all say the same thing over shock cameo in show finale

The final-ever episode of Gavin and Stacey became the most-watched show on Christmas Day and fans of the popular BBC sitcom were delighted with the last instalment

Sport

3 hours ago Tributes pour in as champion boxer dies aged 35 after haunting last Instagram post

Boxer, Paul Bamba who was managed by singer Ne-Yo, had just won gold at his last fight six days before his death, and tributes are pouring in from friends and fans

Events

17 hours ago All the amazing TV shows filmed in Wales in 2024 that showcase our beautiful country

There have been some brilliant series filmed in Wales during 2024

Culture

1 hour ago Coronation Street's Kit Green star issues update on soap future as fans cry 'please say'

Jacob Roberts has teased his soap future as fans made it clear they want him to stay on the cobbles

Politics

27 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 Outrage as Tamworth FC releases 'punishing' ticket prices for Tottenham FA Cup clash

Tamworth and Tottenham are set to take each other on during a David and Golliath showdown between clubs four divisions apart, but fans were left furious after ticket information was released online

Economics

3 hours ago BBC Gavin and Stacey Sonia star's early TV past uncovered as fans say what finale will 'never' make happen

Fans have been uncovering actress Laura Aikman's early TV past following her unexpected appearance in the last episode of the sitcom

Sport

4 hours ago Incredible Spirit Bird tribe who don terrifying masks to guard a waterfall

A self-titled 'travel creator' has shared footage of a Papua New Guinea tribe that guard the river with an eye-catching appearance, leading fans to both fear for his safety and doubt the video's reality

Events

1 hour ago Russia's Gazprom says it will halt gas supplies to Moldova starting Jan. 1

Russia’s state-owned energy giant Gazprom says it will halt gas supplies to Moldova starting on Jan. 1, citing alleged unpaid debt by the east European country

Politics

34 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

8 hours ago Jeremy Clarkson's boozy £85 advent calendar as he slams 'rubbish' Dry January

Clarkson's Farm star Jeremy Clarkson has launched a new "non-advent calendar" for his fans who love a tipple and don't want to ditch their drinks in Dry January

Economics

5 hours ago Boxing got its first AI judge for Tyson Fury fight – now AI ring girls are ready to rule

EXCLUSIVE: AI Influencers are becoming big business, racking up thousands of followers on Instagram, securing brand deals, and earning upwards of £20k per month on subscription platforms like Fanvue

Sport

5 hours ago The year in patriarchy: coconut trees, ‘childless cat ladies’ and crimes against humanity | Arwa Mahdawi

It’s now time to ‘hold space’ for everything that happened in 2024 with a list – so here are 10 of the biggest stories from the year in patriarchy2024 was a very demure, very mindful, very dystopian sort of year. I started last year’s annual roundup by noting that it had been the hottest year on record and guess what? 2024 has now surpassed 2023 as the hottest year ever. Many of the same extreme themes from last year have also persisted: anti-abortion activists are still trying to roll back reproductive rights in the US and the horrific situation for women in Iran and Afghanistan has only got worse.Meanwhile Gaza is still being destroyed, and – despite the fact that an increasing number of experts are terming the bombardment a “genocide” – the US is continuing to enable the destruction and much of the world is still continuing to look away. The civil war in Sudan, which started last April, has also spread catastrophically, with women and girls bearing the brunt of the humanitarian c...

Events

2 hours ago Emmerdale's Kelvin Fletcher says he knows he's 'valued' after brief split from wife

Former Emmerdale actor Kelvin Fletcher has admitted he knows his work and family is valued as he ditched the ITV soap for a new life in the country with his wife and kids

Politics

34 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

9 hours ago Kate Winslet takes poorly fan to theatre and donates £5,000 to see Northern Lights before girl goes blind

A girl who is losing her sight was stunned when her favourite actress Kate Winslet invited her for a night at the theatre and arranged for her to feed tigers at the zoo to fulfil her "visual bucket list".

Economics

7 hours ago Christmas movie fans rave over 'masterpiece' film with perfect 100% Rotten Tomatoes score and hailed as 'an unmissable experience'

The film, which is available to stream on NOW and first hit screens in 1982, has stood the test of time and still remains a beloved favourite for film fans.

Sport

5 hours ago Pep Guardiola makes quit promise in 'biggest crisis' of his career at Man City

Manchester City are going through their worst period since Pep Guardiola took charge which started only weeks before the Spanish coach signed a new two-year deal at the Etihad

Events

2 hours ago Netflix just added film it's 'impossible not to love' with near perfect Rotten Tomatoes score

The Oscar-nominated film has just been added to Netflix and fans say it is not one to miss.

Politics

35 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

13 hours ago 'Fantastic' Ninja gadget shoppers 'wish they bought sooner' just £15 with deal stack

The time-saving Ninja Professional Stackable Chopper normally costs £29.99 but with TopCashback you can bag it for just £14.99

Economics

16 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

6 hours ago The Chase star died in 'horrible circumstances' with shocked fans paying tribute

Fans of ITV's The Chase paid tribute to a contestant who tragically died in a house fire – just before his episode of the popular game show aired back in 2021

Events

3 hours ago Coronation Street's Tina O'Brien makes vow as she stuns fans with new look

It came as the Sarah Platt actress took to social media to give a little glimpse at how she spent the festive season this year

Politics

20 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

17 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

6 hours ago Coronation Street fans share David Platt fear as they're distracted by unusual detail in 'missing' scene

Viewers were distracted by an unusual scene during the latest trip to the cobbles in which David's wife worried for his safety

Events

3 hours ago Gavin and Stacey returns to screens with brand new show – and it's just days away

Gavin and Stacey fans have a good reason to celebrate as there is a new show featuring the iconic Billericay and Barry characters coming to TV screens in just a few days

Politics

27 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

25 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

9 hours ago Three women die after eating Christmas cake at family gathering in Brazil

Six of the seven family members present at the gathering fell ill, all of whom had eaten the cake

Events

4 hours ago BBC Call the Midwife creator admits 'I don't know how long we'll go on' as she addresses future

Call The Midwife proved to be a hit over Christmas with a two-part BBC special being aired for fans but the show's creator has now adressed its future

Politics

31 hours ago Wild moment Chipotle customer attacks employee behind the counter and then threatens to stab him

A now-viral video shows how an enraged customer allegedly assaulted employees at a Chipotle in northeast Washington DC on Saturday. She alleged her Uber Eats order was made incorrectly.

Economics

26 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

9 hours ago Agony of Wallace and Gromit creators from catastrophic blaze to sad death

As Wallace and Gromit fans tune into a brand new adventure, Wallace & Gromit: Vengeance Most Fowl, the Mirror takes a look back at some of the saddest moments in the beloved claymation series history

Events

4 hours ago ITV Emmerdale fans 'rumble' who picked up April Windsor as return 'confirmed'

Emmerdale fans are convinced a character could be making a comeback after they 'worked out' who picked up April Windsor as she ran away from the village on Christmas Day

Politics

33 hours ago Sales mayhem as thousands queue to snap up Boxing Day bargains at Bicester Village

Frenzied scenes erupted across Bicester Village, in Oxfordshire, as hordes of shoppers joined huge queues to snap up some of the site's biggest discounts ever.

Economics

27 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

9 hours ago Top breast cancer expert reveals only diet change that guards against breast cancer...as disease continues to soar in under 50s

As a breast surgeon who was diagnosed with breast cancer at just 40, I feel strongly about raising awareness of lifestyle factors that could reduce risk of the disease.

Events

5 hours ago The 10 biggest celebrity scandals of 2024: From the downfall of Diddy to Bennifer's break

Typically it's the season to be jolly, but for more than one public figure this Christmas will be an opportunity to draw a firm line under a year to forget.

Politics

27 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

10 hours ago From Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie to Pope Francis: the books to look forward to in 2025

New work from Zadie Smith, memoirs from Jacinda Ardern and Bill Gates, plus the third instalment in Rebecca Yarros’s romantasy series - here’s the biggest fiction and nonfiction for the year aheadNonfiction Continue reading...

Events

5 hours ago Coronation Street fans work out what Daisy Midgeley will do next as father of unborn baby 'rumbled'

Her pregnancy was revealed over Christmas and Daisy's been left questioning who the dad is

Politics

27 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

11 hours ago Tottenham and Wolves fans facing travel chaos as warning sent to supporters

Travelling to Sunday's Premier League game at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium could be difficult for thousands of supporters because of planned rail engineering works

Events

5 hours ago The demons that almost sank the boy from Stoke: How Robbie Williams'  career

Better Man reflects on the highs and lows of William's career. Here, FEMAIL looks at some of the biggest hurdles the star has faced, from drug binges to feuds.

Politics

27 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

11 hours ago Three women die after eating poisonous Christmas cake at family gathering in Brazil

Blood tests conducted on the family members, including one killed and two surviving members, revealed traces of arsenic

Events

5 hours ago Putin apologises to Azerbaijani president for downed jet as he makes air defence admission

Vladimir Putin sent a public apology to the country of Azerbajan and the family of the victims who passed away during an aeroplane crash over the Christmas period

Politics

28 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

12 hours ago Nitish Kumar Reddy century leads India fightback as Australia strike late on day three

All-rounder joins Washington Sundar in critical 127-run standTourists trail by 116 runs with one wicket in hand in fourth Test52nd over: India 180-5 (Pant 22, Jadeja 4) Smokes a pull shot! Pant moves along to the 20s by clattering Boland, then takes a single. Jadeja keeps blocking.Guy Hornsby winds up the crank handle on the email machine. “Morning/evening Geoff. I’m somehow still up in darkest Sale in Manchester, full of port and cheese and wondering if Pant and Jadeja can actually save anything here. Their records suggest there’s a chance, but Pant is Cummins’ bunny of late and India must have felt an absolute gut punch after getting to 153-2 before the calamitous run-out. I’m not going to even attempt to apportion individual blame, just say it was a proper horlicks that took the wind out of India’s sails. Now it’s down to these two and a longish but bullish tail to see how much of a dent they can put into this huge Australian total. Perhaps Bumrah has made clear just how much of ...

Events

6 hours ago Emmerdale star Kelvin Fletcher says he knows small family farm is ‘valued’

The actor embarked on a new life in the country with his wife Liz and their four young children after buying a 120-acre farm in the Peak District.

Politics

28 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

17 hours ago Houthi fighters fire missile at Israel airport hours after country's forces targeted runway in Yemen

The rebel group responded to Thursday's strikes in Sanaa by hitting Ben Gurion Airport - which is only ten miles away from Tel Aviv, after Israeli missils struck Sanaa airport on Thursday.

Events

6 hours ago 'We're not a poor country, we have poor people in it and I think we can do a lot better'

Chairwoman of the Work and Pensions Committee and Labour MP Debbie Abrahams also said sick and disabled people had been targeted and used as a 'political football'

Politics

30 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

17 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

6 hours ago Lettuce Liz blames three sector 'Blob' for ruining economy rather than herself

In an interview for the Wall Street Journal, the country's shortest-serving PM has weighed in on the UK economy, and is pointing the blame at a sector of government

Politics

30 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

6 hours ago BBC Saturday Kitchen's Matt Tebbutt issues show update that leaves fans stunned

BBC Saturday Kitchen viewers were left stunned on the latest episode of the show as Matt Tebbutt made a confession about the show being pre-recorded

Politics

30 hours ago Whimpering Rangers fans crown Celtic champions as Hotline clubs together to phone Clement a taxi

Robbie Copeland took your calls after Rangers' defeat to St Mirren plunged them back into crisis mode

Sport

20 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

7 hours ago Never throw away leftover pigs in blankets – use them for epic mac and cheese

If you're sick of pigs and blankets and considering chucking the leftovers in the bin, try to make this mouthwatering mac and cheese recipe instead. It's gone viral on Instagram

Politics

31 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

21 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"

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