43 minutes ago Travel disruption as Northern cancels services over serious Sunday short

The train operator has warned of 'high levels of cancellations'

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2 hours ago UK's 'worst beach' has 'no sea for miles' and tourists say it's 'disgusting'

The guide compiled a rundown of the top UK beaches; however, one notable beach is missing from the list.

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2 hours ago Travel chaos with massive Northern and TransPennine train cancellations after £100,000 theft brings lines to halt

Travel bosses have issued a warning as a host of major services in and around Greater Manchester cannot run

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2 hours ago The Holiday fans stunned after discovering it wasn't meant to be a festive film

Fans of hit Christmas film The Holiday have been left shocked after director Nancy Meyers admitted that the movie wasn't initially intended to be a festive film

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27 minutes ago South Korea plane crash latest: Bird strike warning issued minutes before Jeju Air flight killed at least 177

Jeju Air’s passenger plane rams into a concrete wall in South Korea as landing gear fails to deploy

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29 hours ago Fascinating historic photos show the Lake District before it became a mass tourism hotspot

Covering 912 square miles, the Lake District is England's largest national park - and its most popular, with over 19million visitors each year. These photos take you back to a simpler, less crowded time...

Culture

22 hours ago 'Godfather of AI' shortens odds that new technology will wipe out human race over the next 30 years

British-Canadian computer scientist Professor Geoffrey Hinton has shortened the odds of AI wiping out humans over the next 30 years, warning the technology could one day 'take control'.

Science

2 hours ago Fog causes disruption at Gatwick on airport’s busiest day of the holiday period

Heathrow, Stansted and Luton Airports said flights had not been affected by the weather as of Sunday morning.

Transport

59 minutes ago Some people’s ancestors are kings or poets. I’m proud my family invented the corridor

I always thought genealogy was as dull as looking at other people’s holiday snaps – until I found out about a 16th-century architect who transformed the stately homes of his eraFriends and family, back in the 1970s, would often aggravate each other with a lengthy holiday slideshow, presenting a string of identical beach views and nameless hillside vistas over the course of a dull evening. Today, there is a new phrase that can freeze the heart just as easily as the sight of a slide projector, and it is: “I’ve done some research into my family history and you’ll never guess what I’ve found out!” A scroll bearing a family tree unrolls to reveal a roster of Jacks and Noreens, leading back to some Charleses and Marys, each perching on ever-more-distant branches and ultimately signifying little about the people who are actually living and breathing around you.For me, this became a domestic issue a while ago, because my husband, a history buff, takes genealogy quite seriously. To be fair, ...

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3 hours ago UK weather live: Snow, rain and wind warnings to come after airport delays due to fog at Gatwick and Heathrow

The Met Office says snow, rain and wind could hit parts of the UK from Monday

Society

5 hours ago Inside 'Britain's best restaurant': MailOnline tries the £135 tasting menu at the restaurant Tripadvisor says is the No.1 in the UK for 2024 (and the incredible CHIPS may be the best dish)

MailOnline Travel Editor Ted Thornhill visits Northcote, crowned 'Britain's best restaurant' in Tripadvisor's 2024 Travellers' Choice awards.

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16 hours ago 11 players could miss Manchester United vs Newcastle United Premier League clash

The latest Manchester United news as Newcastle United visit Old Trafford in the final game of 2024 with Ruben Amorim's side looking to bounce back from defeat on Boxing Day.

Sport

52 minutes ago ISIS bride Shamima Begum's return home from Syria 'could see 100 extremists flood UK'

Government insiders have supposedly reported renewed interest from Shamima Begum's lawyers regarding her potential return to the UK, but they warn of other dangers

Events

25 hours ago Fog delays Manchester Airport flight as 'sick' passenger stranded on plane after 'nightmare' holiday

David Galloway, 58, and his partner Bev, 54, from Rotherham experienced a nightmare start to their holiday when plans to go to their original destination were cancelled

Transport

1 hour ago Winter sun destination is 30C in January and direct flight away from Manchester

If you're looking to escape the cold and spend the first month of the year on a beach, then this is the destination for you. Here's everything you need to know about the tourist spot

Politics

17 hours ago Beaches, beer and a rare suspended lake why can’t Nigeria attract more tourists?

Visitor numbers to the African country lag far behind its neighbours due to lack of infrastructure and national planning. Now some are starting to demand changesAt the top of the Ado-Awaye hills lies a lake suspended 433 metres above sea level. Local people say the lake is named Iyake (Yoruba for “crying woman”) after a weeping, barren woman who fell in the water hundreds of years ago, conferring on it powers of fertility.This belief in the divine is evident in the foothills, where a huge boulder is emblazoned with the words, written in golden letters: “Here we come: African Jerusalem.” Continue reading...

Society

12 hours ago Starmer hails £1.7bn boost for state schools before VAT raid on private school fees comes into force

Despite warnings from private schools over the impact of the policy, the prime minister is ploughing ahead and will charge 20 per cent VAT on independent school fees from the start of 2025

Economics

25 hours ago Jamie Carragher's 2025 predictions: Liverpool rival, Champions League and Ballon d'Or picks

Jamie Carragher has cast his eye over the next 12 months and cited Liverpool's only Premier League challengers, who is likely to land the Ballon d'Or and the Champions League's likely winners

Sport

69 minutes ago Starmer’s VAT hike will leave some GCSE students without a school by January, warns council

A council has warned that children withdrawn from independent schools because of the VAT hike in January will not be found places at state schools in the county

Events

25 hours ago Fog expected to cause further flight delays during busy travel weekend

Passengers at Gatwick have been warned to expect possible delays on Saturday because of poor visibility and to contact their airline for information.

Transport

2 hours ago Maya Jama shows off incredible figure in bikini on holiday days before Love Island All Stars start date

Maya Jama has been living it up in the sunshine as she enjoys some time away from work on a luxury private yacht ahead of the new series of Love Island: All Stars

Politics

28 hours ago New UK laws in 2025 including vape ban, tourist charge and tax changes

A raft of new laws are expected to come into force over the next 12 months

Society

26 hours ago Editor picks top deals in Antler's Winter Sale with up to 40% off on premium luggage

Antler's big Winter Sale is now live and you can save up to 40% off suitcases, luggage sets and travel bags in a variety of sizes and colours for all your holiday needs

Economics

28 hours ago Mikel Arteta's two answers give honest portrayal of where Arsenal stand in title race

Arsenal managed to stay in touch with Premier League leaders Liverpool are seeing off Ipswich but Mikel Arteta admits they need to take strides forward if they want to land the title

Sport

90 minutes ago Bird was seen stuck in WING of doomed South Korea flight as ground control sounded desperate strike warning before jet's emergency landing and deadly fireball killed 179 on board

The Jeju Air flight was returning from Bangkok when the horror unfolded at Muan International Airport in South Korea .

Events

3 hours ago 'Rubbish' Man United blasted as Newcastle backed to take advantage of situation Amorim has inherited

Manchester United's woes have been backed to continue with the visit of Newcastle to Old Trafford

Politics

31 hours ago Scots children left waiting more than 1,000 days for specialist mental health treatment

The Lib Dems warned the Scottish Government had "repeatedly raided tens of millions from the mental health budget".

Society

29 hours ago Debenhams' Estee Lauder beauty set worth £110 that 'smooths fine lines' now under £50

This comprehensive three-piece set includes a luscious overnight serum, eye gel and mascara for long lashes.

Economics

96 minutes ago Thick fog continues to blanket the UK as travel chaos and flight disruption continue and blustery and wet conditions are set to hit the north next week

It comes as blustery and wet conditions are set to hit the north next week and alerts remain in place warning of 'significant disruption'.

Events

6 hours ago 'I went to the UK's largest cat cafe less than an hour away from London'

A cat cafe in Canterbury claims to be the largest of its kind in the United Kingdom, and it's popular with visitors who love meeting the rehomed residents

Politics

1 hour ago South Korea plane crash: air traffic controllers warned about bird strike minutes before accident feared to have killed 176

Most presumed dead on Jeju Air flight carrying 181 people, after plane hit wall at Muan airportAlmost all presumed dead after aircraft veers off runway and hits wallSouth Korea plane crash: what we know so farDozens are feared dead after a plane skidded off the runway while attempting a landing without landing gear at Muan international airport in South Korea on Sunday morningThe exact casualty figures have not yet been tallied, though authorities are provisionally reporting that 28 people are believed to have died, according to news agency Newsis. Fire officials have warned that given the severe damage to the aircraft, the number of casualties could rise.Jeju Air flight 2216 from Bangkok to Muan was carrying 181 people – 175 passengers and six crew – when it came down, skidded along the runway and hit fencing and a wall around the perimeter before catching fire.Rescues are underway, with two people brought out of the wreckage so far. Emergency services are continuing their search o...

Events

7 hours ago Sunny beach holiday destination with crystal clear waters where it's 22C in January

Want to escape the UK for some winter sun? Here's a gorgeous location you should add to your list, and it's only around five hours from the UK

Politics

1 hour ago Eddie Howe fires Newcastle warning to Manchester United as he hints at tactical plan

Man United will be hoping to put the brakes on a three-game winless run when they welcome Newcastle United to Old Trafford on Monday evening

Events

10 hours ago Youth pastor identified as man who died after shark bite off Queensland coast

The 40-year-old school chaplain was bitten by the shark while fishing with family in waters off Keppel Islands on SaturdayGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastA youth pastor and school chaplain described as an inspirational leader has been identified as the man who died after being bitten by a shark while on holiday with his family in Queensland.Emergency services were called to Humpy Island in the Keppel Bay Islands national park, about 18km off the central Queensland coast, on Saturday after reports a man had been attacked.Sign up for Guardian Australia’s breaking news email Continue reading...

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2 hours ago Met Office issues two weather warnings as Brits braced for unsettled end to 2024

Snow, rain and strong winds are all on the cards

Events

11 hours ago Landlord Treasury minister could face £10,000 fine after failing to get energy certificate for her rental flat

Tulip Siddiq (pictured), may have broken the law and be facing a minimum £10,000 fine for failing to get an energy certificate for her rental flat, The Mail on Sunday can reveal.

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2 hours ago Airport delays live: Fog travel chaos could continue at Gatwick and Heathrow with snow weather warning to come

The Met Office says snow, rain and wind could hit parts of the UK from Monday

Events

11 hours ago Duchess of Edinburgh matches Princess Anne for completing highest number of overseas trips this year as pair fill void left by King Charles and Kate Middleton

Both royals visited nine countries in 2024, yet 74-year-old Anne racked up nearly 42,000 air miles while 59-year-old Sophie did around 28,500. The pair were followed by Prince Edward on eight.

Politics

2 hours ago Exactly where snow will fall on New Year's Eve as Met Office issues yellow warning

For parts of the UK, this year will see a white New Year's Eve, but the North of the country may be getting more than they bargained for, with significant disruption and danger expected

Events

13 hours ago Little girl excitedly cried 'Santa, Santa' before he shot her in the face on doorstep

WARNING, DISTRESSING CONTENT: Bruce Pardo committed one of the worst mass murders in US history when he dressed as Santa Claus and went on a shooting and arson rampage at his ex-wife's family home

Politics

2 hours ago The 'worst beach' in the UK has 'no sea for miles' as visitors warn 'do not go'

Southport Beach in Merseyside is the most northern part of Sefton's 22-mile coastline, but many visitors have slated it for its lack of sea and cubicles to get changed.

Events

16 hours ago Toddler wanders within feet of 400ft cliff near rim of Kīlauea volcano

Child had run off from family ‘in a split second’ as they admired lava within caldera at sunset on 23 DecemberHawaii national park rangers have reissued warnings about volcano tourism after a small child wandered off and came within feet of a 400ft cliff near the rim of Kīlauea volcano, whose latest eruption had begun on 23 December.“The hazards that coincide with an eruption are dangerous, and we have safety measures in place including closed areas, barriers, closure signs and traffic management,” said park superintendent Rhonda Loh in a statement. Continue reading...

Politics

2 hours ago Experts issue peace lily warning to anyone using their central heating this winter

House plants might be struggling in your home this winter if you use your central heating. Here's what to do to make sure your peace lillies thrive in dry conditions

Events

17 hours ago Calls are growing for an extra Bank Holiday in 2025 to mark a special occasion

A month ago the government told the MEN it would not happen

Politics

3 hours ago Sadiq Khan warned against causing 'drugs chaos' in London by softening laws

Sadiq Khan warned against causing 'drugs chaos' in London by softening laws  Express

Events

17 hours ago Snow way! UK Weather map reveals where snow will fall on New Year's Eve

The weather warning is in place from midnight on Monday to 12am on Wednesday January 1 with those affected warned that it could cause significant disruption including flooding and power cuts.

Politics

4 hours ago British families warned to 'stay indoors for 48hrs' as virus spreads in homes

There are ways to protect yourself and other family members if someone in your household falls ill with the highly infectious winter vomiting bug - with advice to stay indoors

Events

17 hours ago Mark Wahlberg's James Bond audition! Star, 53, channels Daniel Craig as he shows off his chiselled abs while on holiday with his bikini

Mark Wahlberg channelled James Bond star Daniel Craig as he showed off his ripped physique while hitting the beach in Barbados on Saturday. 

Politics

4 hours ago Newcastle slap mammoth price tag on Alexander Isak to ward off interest from Arsenal

Newcastle have made it clear they will not let Alexander Isak leave for anything less than a new British record transfer fee as they look to warn off the interested parties

Events

18 hours ago Travel expert shares how to get 64 days off work in 2025 with annual leave hack

A travel expert, who works a 9-5 job, has worked out a clever way to use his holiday allowance to get more days off work - and it's all thanks to the calendar in 2025

Politics

5 hours ago Glenn Middleton warns Aberdeen 'we owe you one' as Dundee Utd star sets sights on stealing third

Jim Goodwin's men are just six points behind Jimmy Thelin and Co ahead of their Tannadice showdown

Events

19 hours ago World War Three fears: Experts tell Trump that Putin won't stop with Ukraine deal

Professor Anthony Glees, a security and intelligence expert from the University of Buckingham, claims Putin has no intention of giving up his quest to seize more land.

Politics

6 hours ago Holidaymaker's urgent warning after migrant found in his trailer at Calais

Peter and Anne Hughes have issued a warning to travellers heading to the continent in the New Year

Events

19 hours ago Watch: Mesmerising dolphin stampede off California coast on Christmas Eve

A dolphin stampede of around 5,000 marine mammals wowed visitors to Dana Point in Southern California on Christmas Eve.

Politics

6 hours ago South Korea plane crash: all except two are presumed dead on Jeju Air flight carrying 181 people, say authorities – live updates

South Korea facing its worst domestic civil aviation disaster after Boeing 737-800 with 175 passengers and six crews skidded off runway and hit wall at Muan airportReport: South Korea plane with 181 onboard veers off runway and hits fenceDozens are feared dead after a plane skidded off the runway while attempting a landing without landing gear at Muan international airport in South Korea on Sunday morningThe exact casualty figures have not yet been tallied, though authorities are provisionally reporting that 28 people are believed to have died, according to news agency Newsis. Fire officials have warned that given the severe damage to the aircraft, the number of casualties could rise.Jeju Air flight 2216 from Bangkok to Muan was carrying 181 people – 175 passengers and six crew – when it came down, skidded along the runway and hit fencing and a wall around the perimeter before catching fire.Rescues are underway, with two people brought out of the wreckage so far. Emergency services ...

Events

20 hours ago Snails on ‘edge of extinction’ released into wild after UK breeding success

More than 1,300 pea-sized Desertas Island land snails have been released after a successful breeding programme by Chester Zoo.

Politics

6 hours ago Brits asked to learn silverfish warning signs as "infestations likely" during winter

Experts caution that these pests are expected to emerge during the winter months, as they flourish in environments with warmth and humidity

Events

21 hours ago Odds of machine learning wiping out humanity in 30 years shortened by 'Godfather of AI'

A technology expert has warned of accelerating progressions in AI development that could be putting humanity in danger, raising the alarm about the threat of 'AIs that are smarter than people'

Politics

7 hours ago Cruise ships avoid 'murder capital' after 'do not travel' alert over violence and kidnap threat

Royal Caribbean cruise ships have stopped docking in Manzanillo after a major warning for holidaymakers to avoid the city, sometimes dubbed the 'murder capital' of the world

Events