9 minutes ago Andre Onana told 'it's pointless to continue' at Man Utd by Old Trafford flop

Andre Onana has seen his form go up and down since moving to Manchester United and one of the club's former goalkeepers has urged him to consider seeking a new home

Politics

10 hours ago Arne Slot's secret weapon behind Liverpool title charge laid bare by Marco van Basten

Dutch legend Marco van Basten has revealed the secret behind Arne Slot's blistering start to life at Liverpool, who are six points clear at the Premier League summit and boast a game in hand over rivals Arsenal and Chelsea, respectively

Society

94 minutes ago Murdoch, Musk, water firms Here are the ‘winners’ in another torrid year for business

As 2025 dawns, we looks back at the star players over the last 12 months of economic drama, mishap and scandalThe end of the year is a time for pausing, reflection and exhaustion. But before throwing ourselves into 2025, it’s worth sifting through the remnants of 2024 to see who in the business world has done something worth remembering.So, once more with gusto, the Observer Agenda page brings you its awards for the brightest – or perhaps most glaring – lights in the business world this year. Continue reading...

Economics

79 minutes ago 11 players could miss Man Utd vs Newcastle clash as rivals endure similar woes

Manchester United will be without five players when they host Newcastle - including captain Bruno Fernandes - whilst the Magpies themselves have a number of absentees

Sport

34 minutes ago 'Brutal cancer diagnosis robbed me of my breasts but now I'm thriving between the sheets'

EXCLUSIVE: Jenna Mae's world turned upside down when she discovered a lump in her breast but after gruelling treatment, the escort is better at her job than ever

Events

17 minutes ago Bake Off's Alison Hammond shares reason why Paul Hollywood 'upset' her during filming

The New Year's version of the show is just around the corner but Alison Hammond wasn;t impressed with Paul Hollywood as they filmed the special episode

Culture

25 hours ago The bowel cancer symptoms to look out for as cases in young people rise sharply in England

Diet, obesity, alcohol and smoking could be explanations for the rising cases of early-onset bowel cancer

Science

18 hours ago Thick fog continues to cause flight disruption at some of UK’s busiest airports

Stansted, Heathrow, Manchester, Gatwick and Luton are among airports experiencing delays.

Transport

10 minutes ago Supermarket once named most expensive at New Year now just pennies off being cheapest

It's just a couple of pennies between the cheapest supermarket now

Politics

10 hours ago 'Mother and son' found dead after suspected carbon monoxide poisoning at home in Rochdale: Tributes pour in for pair

Police discovered the pair in a property in Rochdale, Greater Manchester, yesterday. A man in his 60s was dead at the scene while a woman in her 80s later passed away in hospital.

Society

12 hours ago Greater Manchester train line forced to close after £100k cable stolen

The theft was carried out just one week before the line was due to be energised for the first time

Economics

7 hours ago Leicester v Manchester City: Best bets for all Sunday’s Premier League games

Our betting expert with tips for day's top-flight action including Pep Guardiola’s faltering heroes, Liverpool and Tottenham PLUS a La Liga angle

Sport

75 minutes ago South Korea plane crash UPDATES: At least 124 passengers dead as plane explodes at Muan Airport

South Korea's National Fire Agency confirmed 124 bodies have been recovered from the wreckage of the Jeju Air flight from Bangkok, Thailand, to Muan Airport after a deadly plane crash

Events

22 hours ago BBC Strictly Come Dancing winner Chris McCausland addresses Channel 4 appearance amid new role

The comedian appeared on Big Fat Quiz of the Year on Channel 4 after his major BBC success

Culture

22 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

11 minutes ago The Lazy Sunday Quiz: Test your general knowledge with these 10 questions

Can you get the answers right in our quiz?

Politics

19 hours ago Inside Coronation Street's Alan Halsall and Claire Sweeney's stunning northern homes and other properties of soap's stars

The stars of the ITV soap are often providing a glimpse into their incredible homes away from the Corrie cobbles

Society

15 hours ago Supermarket shopps say 'its crazy' after spotting product on shelves before New Year

“I just think its crazy that everything is so superficial and meaninglessly commercial"

Economics

11 hours ago Manchester United target Premier League star as Ruben Amorim eyes first transfer

Manchester United are interested in signing Brighton goalkeeper Bart Verbruggen, who has impressed for the Seagulls since joining the club from Anderlecht in 2023

Sport

75 minutes ago South Korea plane crash UPDATES: Jeju Air jet explodes leaving at least 151 people dead

South Korea's National Fire Agency confirmed 151 bodies have been recovered from the wreckage of the Jeju Air flight from Bangkok, Thailand, to Muan Airport after a deadly plane crash

Events

24 hours ago Gatwick, Heathrow and Manchester airports flights delayed as fog causes travel chaos

Travellers face further disruption at UK airports including Gatwick, Heathrow and Manchester due to thick fog which is set to persist today says the Met Office

Transport

34 minutes 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

15 hours ago Supermarket shoppers say 'its crazy' after spotting product on shelves before New Year

“I just think its crazy that everything is so superficial and meaninglessly commercial"

Economics

12 hours ago Manchester United get Matheus Cunha transfer answer from Wolves amid January window 'interest'

The Wolves forward has been linked with Old Trafford, having scored double the number of Premier League goals than Man United's two centre-forwards combined.

Sport

94 minutes ago Man City's transfer disasters before takeover glory – £42m wasted to player now in prison

Manchester City are among the biggest spenders in world football since Sheikh Mansour's takeover in 2008, but their transfer history proves that money does not always bring results

Events

2 hours ago Euan McColm: Why 2024 was the year of 'middle class women of a certain age' and they're not ready to 'wheesht'

Politicians should pay more heed to the group who saw off Gregg Wallace and defied Nicola Sturgeon’s GRA reform

Politics

20 hours ago My family's sordid secret lay undiscovered for 70 years... then an old scrap of newspaper changed EVERYTHING

Karen Lawler, 64, was stunned to discover that her mother, Patricia Hagan, was just 14 when she discovered her mother, Mary, had been murdered by her 'lover' and lodger Albert in 1953.

Society

16 hours ago Barcelona set to finally register Dani Olmo after agreeing VIP seating deal

Sale of boxes at Camp Nou likely to secure player’s futureBarça had to find way to comply with FFP by 31 DecemberFC Barcelona have reportedly closed a last-minute €100m (£82.9m) deal to sell VIP boxes at the newly renovated Camp Nou to Middle Eastern investors, enabling them to meet financial fair play rules and finally extend Dani Olmo’s registration.With the deadline for registration just three days away and Barcelona facing the prospect of Olmo leaving as a free agent just six months after joining on a a €55m (£45.6m) transfer, club president Joan Laporta exercised a sale option on Saturday which the club believe will see the first payment made before 31 December. Continue reading...

Economics

13 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

2 hours ago South Korea plane crash tragedy as 179 people are killed as Jeju Air aircraft explodes at Muan Airport

Fire authorities in South Korea fear all people on board the Boeing 737 bar two have been killed

Events

2 hours ago The age of Amazon convenience comes at a cost and it’s time to walk away

Same day delivery isn’t free, even with Prime membership

Politics

21 hours ago Young woman so good at her job aged 27 that her clients keep her a secret

Roisin Lea, 27, runs a salon alongside her sister Liv and has built a long list of dedicated clients

Society

16 hours ago Barcelona hope to finally register Dani Olmo after agreeing VIP seating deal

Sale of boxes at Camp Nou likely to secure player’s futureBarça had to find way to comply with FFP by 31 DecemberFC Barcelona have reportedly closed a last-minute €100m (£82.9m) deal to sell VIP boxes at the newly renovated Camp Nou to Middle Eastern investors. The club are hopeful the sale will allow them to meet financial fair play rules and finally extend Dani Olmo’s registration.With the deadline for registration just three days away and Barcelona facing the prospect of Olmo leaving as a free agent just six months after joining on a a €55m (£45.6m) transfer, club president Joan Laporta exercised a sale option on Saturday which the club believe will see the first payment made before 31 December. Continue reading...

Economics

15 hours ago Alexander Isak drops Newcastle vs Man United gameplan hint as four players could be targeted

Manchester United welcome Newcastle to Old Trafford on Monday night with a victory the priority for the Reds in the Premier League

Sport

2 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

2 hours ago Man City predicted XI vs Leicester as Pep Guardiola makes Kevin De Bruyne decision

Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola has some decisions to make over his team selection for the trip to Leicester City

Politics

25 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

17 hours ago Mike Tyson makes sad confession after banking millions from Jake Paul fight

Mike Tyson has opened up on his feelings after his fight with Jake Paul last month, with the boxing icon admitting he was left 'a little bit depressed' following the bout

Economics

15 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

3 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

2 hours ago The people Man United fans hate most of all are biggest winners from Sir Jim Ratcliffe cost

Sir Jim Ratcliffe has made some swingeing cuts to expenses at Man Utd in a bid to get the club's balance sheet looking better, but it's the club's majority owners who are benefitting.

Politics

25 hours ago London Gatwick, Heathrow and Manchester airports face disruption and delays due to fog

London Gatwick, Heathrow and Manchester airports face disruption and delays due to fog  The Express Tribune

Society

17 hours ago Ruben Amorim 'pushing' Sir Jim Ratcliffe to sanction first Man United deal

Latest Manchester United transfer news and gossip as Harry Maguire's future at Old Trafford remains uncertain as he approaches the final six months of his contract

Economics

17 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

5 hours ago South Korea plane crash: death toll reaches 47 after Jeju Air flight skids off runway at Muan airport – live updates

Authorities warn that provisional death toll could rise after Boeing 737-800 with 175 passengers and six crews hit airport fenceReport: 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 are continuing their search operatio...

Events

2 hours ago Signs of Seasonal Affective Disorder which impacts 1 in 20 people in the UK

Here's what to do if you think you might be suffering from SAD

Politics

21 hours ago People smugglers offer migrants ‘package deals’ to UK as Channel crossings top 150,000 since 2018

Sir Keir Starmer has put international co-operation with law enforcement agencies in Europe at the heart of his bid to cut the number of arrivals

Economics

17 hours ago Barcelona in race to register Dani Olmo and avoid losing him on free transfer

Court denies request to register player beyond DecemberBarça have three days to comply with La Liga FFP rulesBarcelona have three days to find a way to comply with La Liga’s financial fair play rules or they will not be able to register Dani Olmo for the rest of the season – and face the prospect of him leaving as a free agent just six months after joining in a €55m (£45.6m) transfer.On Friday, a court in Barcelona published its decision to deny a lawsuit that the club had brought against the league’s rules, in which they requested a legal order to extend the player’s registration beyond 31 December. Continue reading...

Sport

6 hours ago South Korea plane crash: dozens feared dead after Jeju Air flight skids off runway at Muan airport – live updates

Authorities provisionally reporting 28 dead after Boeing 737-800 with 175 passengers and six crews hits airport fenceReport: South Korea plane with 181 onboard veers off runway and hits fence Dozens 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 operation.The Boei...

Events

3 hours ago Benedict Cumberbatch, JK Rowling... 18 famous people who have called Greater Manchester home

Every man and his dog knows Tony Wilson was a Manc. But what about the celebrities whose Greater Mancunians credentials are less well-known?

Politics

22 hours ago 'Professional girlfriend' was treated to £5k getaway and got paid another £5k to go

Ruby Jade, 24, a dancer with a side gig as a 'professional girlfriend,' enjoys being compensated for accompanying men on dates admitting one client rarely says 'no' to her

Economics

20 hours ago Cristiano Ronaldo reveals who he believes will win Champions League amid Man City struggles

Cristiano Ronaldo has given his thoughts on Manchester City's recent struggles and shared who he thinks will win the Champions League this season while speaking at the Dubai Globe Soccer Awards

Sport

7 hours ago South Korea plane crash: casualties reported after Jeju Air flight veers off runway at Muan airport – live updates

At least 20 casualties reported by Yonhap news agency, after plane with 174 passengers and six crews hits airport fenceReport: South Korea plane with 181 onboard veers off runway and hits fence, local media reportSouth Korean news agency Yonhap is reporting that a bird strike may have affected the plane’s landing gear.Footage circulating online appears to show a Jeju Air plane attempting to land without its landing gear down. The footage has not yet been verified. Continue reading...

Events

4 hours ago Major Nuno Mendes to Man United transfer 'update' emerges as Marcus Rashford decision 'made'

The latest Manchester United transfer news as we take a look at the latest rumours around Old Trafford.

Politics

24 hours ago ‘The impact has been out of this world’: the stranger who gave away a £100,000 inheritance to his neighbours

When David Clarke’s mother died, it took him 10 years to work out what to do with the money she left him. This year, a panel of locals in Liverpool made the decision for himIt was a quiet act of generosity that briefly captured the news agenda: David Clarke, a researcher in Liverpool, made the extraordinary decision to give away the £100,000 he had inherited from his late mother a decade ago. But instead of donating it to one cause, Clarke did something radical. He wrote to 600 addresses in the L8 postcode, where he lives, inviting people to nominate where the money should go.Clarke lost his mother in a cycling accident. “Her death was a devastating shock to me,” he says. “She had a huge social conscience and was interested in the world and how it worked – a lot of my moral framework comes from her. I don’t believe in holding on to inherited wealth, so I spent a long time thinking about what to do with the money.” Clarke wanted to do something that would speak to his mother’s values...

Economics

20 hours ago Manchester City’s hearing looms over football in 2025 – and the ramifications will be seismic

As well as the Premier League’s case against Manchester City, Miguel Delaney details the issues hurting a sport bursting at the seams with surprises on the pitch expected

Sport

8 hours ago You can't beat the Dales for ales! Beer fans say they prefer Emmerdale's The Woolpack over Coronation Street's The Rovers Return in battle over soap drinking spots

Emmerdale's local pipped its Manchester rival to the post after the Campaign for Real Ale, published two editions of the Good Beer Guide for 2025, with each featuring one of the pubs on its cover.

Events

4 hours ago The world's most northern town is surprisingly easy to get to from Manchester

The tiny town on a polar bear inhabited island in the high Arctic is not as difficult to get to from Manchester as you might expect

Politics

21 hours ago Manchester United end donation to charity for former players as financial worries mount

The latest cost-cutting measure instigated by Sir Jim Ratcliffe at Man Utd has seen the club end charitable donations to a former players' group.

Sport

9 hours ago The only Manuel for the job! John Cleese's threat to stop writing Fawlty Towers scripts unless he could sign up Andrew Sachs as beloved clumsy waiter

So sure was the Monty Python star that Andrew Sachs would make the 'perfect' Manuel, that he threatened to stop writing until the actor signed on the dotted line.

Events

4 hours ago Peter Kay baffles Netflix bosses who fear he's swearing in Wallace and Gromit ad

Peter Kay made an appearance in the new Wallace and Gromit Christmas special as Chief Inspector Mackintosh, using a few choice words that left Netflix bosses baffled

Politics

21 hours ago Sir Jim Ratcliffe will be shaking his head at the transfer Manchester United missed on Monday

Man United are desperately lacking goals in their side, but they have made poor decisions when it comes to signing forwards.

Sport

10 hours ago Eddie Howe says ‘a lot more to come’ from Newcastle striker Alexander Isak

The 25-year-old has scored in each of his last five Premier League games.

Events

4 hours ago Pep Guardiola's Man City future depends on rising to 'biggest challenge' in landmark game

Pep Guardiola will become only the second Manchester City manager to reach 500 games in charge, but he is in the middle of his worst run from his previous 499 outings.

Politics

22 hours ago Cristiano Ronaldo open to joining Man City in January and risk angering Manchester United

LIVE BLOG: Follow all the latest January transfer window news and gossip

Sport

11 hours ago Flight disruption caused by fog set to continue at UK airports passengers warned

The country has been hit by three days of murkey weather

Events

5 hours ago Man Utd transfer news: European club make Marcus Rashford decision as new goalkeeper eyed

Manchester United could be busy with both incomings and outgoings in the January transfer window, with new manager Ruben Amorim keen to revamp his struggling squad

Politics

28 hours ago Ruben Amorim has been given a transfer problem nobody expected at Manchester United

2025 is likely to be another transformative year for Man United in more ways than one.

Sport

11 hours ago Woman spots late dad sitting in favourite spot on Google Street View 11 years after death

Katie Scott, from Salford, Greater Manchester, discovered her father Arthur Scott, who died from complications of kidney failure, has been immortalised on Google Street View

Events

6 hours ago How Emma and Matt Willis overcame his cocaine addiction to become TV's new golden couple

They have already hosted a clutch of lucrative shows on ITV, Channel 4 and Netflix, where they front Love Is Blind, and are being touted by their agent as the next big thing.

Politics

28 hours ago Man City's next January signing must replace three players and have three specific qualities

Manchester City cannot find a way out of their slump as the January transfer window prepares to open.

Sport

11 hours ago Man Utd target Prem goalkeeper so Ruben Amorim can ditch calamity Andre Onana

EXCLUSIVE: Brighton's Bart Verbruggen is on the radar of Manchester United boss Rubin Amorim after a difficult few matches for goalkeeper Andre Onana

Events

6 hours ago More than 120 Lloyds, Halifax, and TSB branches to close next year: Full list

Banks across the country are set to close more than 100 locations next year

Politics

28 hours ago Man United ‘expected to see six new players signed in 2025’ due to ‘impossible’ issues

Micah Richards believes Manchester United will welcome a whole host of new signings to Old Trafford in 2025, while Alan Shearer has pinpointed an impossible task for Ruben Amorim's current players

Sport

12 hours ago Trailblazing model Dayle Haddon dies from suspected carbon monoxide poisoning

A trailblazing former “Sports Illustrated” model who pushed back against age discrimination has died in a Pennsylvania home from what authorities believe was carbon monoxide poisoning

Events

6 hours ago A 1st class career! Longest serving Royal Mail postman finishes final shift after 60 years of working for the delivery service

Robert Hudson, from Leyton, east London , started his career in December 1964 - aged 16 - as a messenger in the Whitechapel Delivery Office distributing telegrams.

Politics

13 hours ago The Greater Manchester mum with a world beating skill that 'embarrasses' her kids

"Never think you’re too old for LEGO because you’re definitely, definitely not"

Events

7 hours ago Taylor Swift fans spot secret message in Travis Kelce date night outfit

The power couple enjoyed a double date in New York City with music producer Jack Antonoff, whom Taylor often works with, and his wife Margaret Qualley this Friday night.

Politics

13 hours ago Father of the Bride director Charles Shyer dies as family issues heartbreaking statement

The director of hit films Father of the Bride and Baby Boom, Charles Shyer, has died at the age of 83

Events

9 hours ago EasyJet passengers 'stranded with no accommodation' at Tenerife airport after 22

The flight was delayed due to the impact of fog across the UK on Saturday

Politics

13 hours ago Man Utd are a mess and could be dragged into a relegation battle under Ruben Amorim

Manchester United currently sit just eight points off the relegation zone following their latest defeat to Wolves on Boxing Day and Ruben Amorim is presiding over an accident-in-waiting

Events