2 hours ago Elon Musk cheers on Kemi Badenoch as Tory leader uses PMQs to demand Keir Starmer be a 'leader not a lawyer' and allow new grooming gangs inquiry

During angry clashes at PMQs this afternoon, Mrs Badenoch piled pressure on the Prime Minister to establish a fresh probe into child sexual exploitation.

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6 hours ago Furious Airbnb customer claims rental company refused to refund her after she tried to rebook to property away from LA's raging wildfires

Finance executive Ana Mostarac contacted Airbnb to request help with re-booking accommodation farther away from the danger zone.

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4 hours ago Prolific thief jailed for £250,000 crimewave of burglaries at London's West End shops

Michael Daulat used bricks to smash into luxury boutiques

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73 minutes ago Tory and Reform MPs accused of ‘weaponising trauma’ of grooming victims, as Farage calls for inquiry into Pakistani men – UK politics live

Prime minister told Commons any new inquiry into child abuse would delay progress however spokesperson says he has not ruled one outReform UK has also tabled a reasoned amendment to the children’s wellbeing and schools bill motion tonight. It says:That this house declines to give a second reading to the children’s wellbeing and schools bill because the secretary of state for the Home Department has not launched a UK-wide public inquiry into grooming gangs and has not committed to updating Members of this House every quarter on the progress of the inquiry.The Conservatives are using the victims of this scandal as a political football.The Conservatives alongside Reform, goaded along by Elon Musk will be voting for a motion which will not secure a national inquiry for victims of child sexual abuse, but instead it would kill these crucial child protection measures completely. Continue reading...

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7 hours ago ITV Love Island host takes swipe at All Stars contestant and says 'they shouldn't do it'

Hit ITV2 dating show Love Island is set to return with a brand new series of All Stars, and narrator Iain Stirling has shared his thoughts on this year's batch of Islanders

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30 hours ago All the Manchester Airport delayed and cancelled flights on January 7 following snow closure

Passengers are urged to monitor the status of their flights closely as schedules continue to be impacted by bad weather

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2 hours ago West Dunbartonshire residents face further bin collection delays as council blames 'resources and icy conditions'

West Dunbartonshire Council has announced that delays to the uplift of brown food waste bins could be possible due to resource pressures, as well as icy weather conditions.

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26 hours ago B&Q UK: DIY brand to save five Homebase stores from closing down, protecting jobs

The retailer has snapped up five Homebase stores - with new-look shops coming soon 🛠️

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7 hours ago This company is offering the chance to win a £30,000 kitchen makeover for just £1

Dream prize giveaway company BOTB is well known for its luxury car competitions - but some of the lifestyle prizes are pretty special too

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87 minutes ago Moment brothers who plundered mansions for luxury cars and golf clubs are arrested as they are jailed for crime spree in footballers' Surrey enclave

Jonathan and Timmy Casey, 41 and 37, stole two Audis, a VW Golf and a Jaguar from across across Cobham and Esher in Elmbridge, Surrey.

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26 hours ago The 2025 London theatre guide: The plays, musicals and productions not to miss this year

The 2025 London theatre guide: The plays, musicals and productions not to miss this year  Luxury London

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3 hours ago Piers Morgan to leave Rupert Murdoch's News UK to focus on YouTube channel

The former Daily Mirror editor and Good Morning Britain presenter has bought the Uncensored brand through his production company Wake Up Productions

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28 hours ago BBC chief Tim Davie wins battle to stop two luxury homes being built near his £4m farmhouse after claiming they were 'too suburban'

The corporation boss, 57, and his wife Anne lodged their objection in December 2023, when a local housebuilder applied to build the homes 20 yards from his house.

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8 hours ago £38 million Belgravia mansion becomes first super prime sale of the year

The Grade II-listed mansion was listed in May 2024 and sold to a young UK businessman

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3 hours ago No10 hints national inquiry into grooming gangs COULD happen if victims want one

During angry clashes at PMQs, Keir Starmer revealed he met victims this morning who told him a new probe would only mean 'delay'.

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3 hours ago Coronation Street 'skint' as fifth major character announces their departure

With news off a fifth Corrie favourite character set to leave the Cobbles, fans brand the show a 'sinking ship' after an actor from the soap said ITV 'have no money'

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31 hours ago Mayfair apartment in former Rolls Royce HQ sells to 'young international buyer' for £26m

The apartment, which was listed for sale in April last year, has links to the Elgin Marbles, Queen Victoria and Paul McCartney, as well as Rolls Royce

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20 hours ago Welsh brand sees surge in sales after featuring in Gavin & Stacey Christmas special

The Barry-based brand has seen a 20% rise in its online sales

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3 hours ago Starmer says Mohamed Al Fayed sex abuse claims ‘never crossed’ his desk as DPP

The Prime Minister was asked why he ‘declined to instigate a prosecution for rape’ against the former owner of luxury department store Harrods.

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4 hours ago UFC legend identifies Tom Aspinall's key weakness amid Jon Jones delay

Many have been left torn as to who will win the potential bout, but a former UFC champion has revealed why he's backing 'Bones' to topple the British star

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21 hours ago Man left with blood 'streaming down face' after shaving wins £5,000 after suing Wilkinson Sword

Nick Silverthorn, 48, purchased a Sainsbury's own brand razor from his local store but when he used it for the first time he says it cut his cheeks and left blood 'streaming down his face'

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5 hours ago Keir Starmer defies demands for national inquiry into grooming gangs scandal at PMQs claiming victims have told him it would only 'delay' action

During clashes at PMQs, Keir Starmer insisted that victims had told him a new probe would only mean 'delay'.

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5 hours ago Keir Starmer claims new inquiry would delay action on child grooming gangs until 2031 – UK politics live

Prime minister says any new inquiry into child abuse would delay progress as Kemi Badenoch says ‘be a leader, not a lawyer’Reform UK has also tabled a reasoned amendment to the children’s wellbeing and schools bill motion tonight. It says:That this house declines to give a second reading to the children’s wellbeing and schools bill because the secretary of state for the Home Department has not launched a UK-wide public inquiry into grooming gangs and has not committed to updating Members of this House every quarter on the progress of the inquiry.The Conservatives are using the victims of this scandal as a political football.The Conservatives alongside Reform, goaded along by Elon Musk will be voting for a motion which will not secure a national inquiry for victims of child sexual abuse, but instead it would kill these crucial child protection measures completely. Continue reading...

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26 hours ago Shoppers branded 'psychos' after Tesco reveals nation's favourite meal deal combination

For the past two years, the nation's go-to combination for Tesco's Meal Deal has been Tesco Sausage Bacon & Egg Triple, McCoy's Flame Grilled Steak Grab Bag Crisps 45g and Coca-Cola 500ml.

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6 hours ago Labour's THREE YEAR delay on social care reforms is condemned as architect of plans warns they could be wrecked AGAIN

Andrew Dilnot said the timetable for a new review launched by Labour is 'inappropriate' - and warning that progress could be derailed again by the looming election.

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5 hours ago Meghan Markle's new Netflix series 'will plug her American Riviera Orchard lifestyle products' to boost sales

The long-awaited series titled 'With Love, Meghan' was first teased when the Duchess of Sussex unveiled her luxury brand American Riviera Orchard last March.

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27 hours ago Kurt Geiger black ankle boots worth £368 reduced to £39 go with jeans and tights

The designer brand's Tyla Western Boots were £169, and its Stud Western Boots were £199, but both are now only £39 each

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8 hours ago Jess Phillips admits fears over her personal safety after Elon Musk social media attacks

Safeguarding minister was described as ‘a rape genocide apologist’ by Elon Musk

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6 hours ago PMQs: Keir Starmer claims new inquiry would delay action on child grooming gangs until 2031 – UK politics live

Prime minister says any new inquiry into child abuse would delay progress as Kemi Badenoch says ‘be a leader, not a lawyer’Reform UK has also tabled a reasoned amendment to the children’s wellbeing and schools bill motion tonight. It says:That this house declines to give a second reading to the children’s wellbeing and schools bill because the secretary of state for the Home Department has not launched a UK-wide public inquiry into grooming gangs and has not committed to updating Members of this House every quarter on the progress of the inquiry.The Conservatives are using the victims of this scandal as a political football.The Conservatives alongside Reform, goaded along by Elon Musk will be voting for a motion which will not secure a national inquiry for victims of child sexual abuse, but instead it would kill these crucial child protection measures completely. Continue reading...

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29 hours ago Gardener left with 'blood streaming down his face' after cutting himself shaving with brand new razor blade wins £5,000 in payout

Nick Silverthorn, 48, purchased a supermarket own brand razor from his local Sainsbury's store in Richmond, London.

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8 hours ago Pharmacies threaten collective action in row over 'unacceptable' contract negotiations

The National Pharmacy Association warned it could see the sector's first ever collective action because the Government has delayed contract negotiations for almost 300 days

Events

6 hours ago Prince Harry's major New Year mistake that King Charles had to apologise for

Charles was forced to issue a statement apologising for his youngest son after Prince Harry made headlines for a video he had shot in an airport with his Army pals

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32 hours ago Zara McDermott stuns in 'gorgeous' £35 New Look jumper that's 'really comfy'

Zara McDermott recently wowed in a matching loungewear set as she showcased her brand Rise by Zara McDermott in the high street store New Look. Here's where you can get her exact jumper

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16 hours ago Schools and universities are facing squeezed budgets next year as rising costs likely to outstrip funding growth, IFS warns

The Institute for Fiscal Studies (IFS) said state school budgets will remain 'very tight' and universities will not reach a 'secure financial footing' in 2025/26.

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6 hours ago "I bought a house on Whatsapp": inside the elite house, car and holiday selling groups

Discover the intriguing world of invite-only Whatsapp groups, where luxury assets like houses, cars, and holidays are discreetly traded.

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20 hours ago Deadly winter storm forces more than 12,000 flight cancellations and delays with more airport chaos expected

The next round of bitter cold temperatures and winter weather conditions is aimed at the South

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7 hours ago A Real Pain review – Jesse Eisenberg’s sauntering Holocaust comedy is a masterpiece

The writer, director and actor effortlessly walks a tonal tightrope in this film about Jewish American cousins on a Holocaust tour in Poland. But Kieran Culkin steals the show as the more mischievous cousinWith no great fanfare, Jesse Eisenberg has just given us a masterpiece. This is an effortlessly witty, fluent and astringent comedy with a very serious overcurrent. It is a road movie which is partly about the Holocaust and about America’s third-generation attempt at coming to terms with it, at confronting what their parents and grandparents found too painfully recent to revisit, or necessary to forget in order to survive. And partly it’s about family, male friendship and growing older. The movie affects a cool, sauntering tonal balance, teetering between the trivial and the world-historically important, with even the title glancing at the idea of someone being annoying or experiencing authentic suffering.As writer, director and joint lead actor, Eisenberg generously allows his fi...

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21 hours ago Dramatic Honda 0 Saloon and 0 SUV will spearhead Japanese brand's electric revolution from 2026

Honda has unveiled the prototype versions of the two electric cars from its new 0 Series which will arrive next year and come with AI and autonomous driving.

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7 hours ago A Real Pain review – Jesse Eisenberg’s sauntering Holocaust tour comedy is a masterpiece

The writer, director and actor effortlessly walks a tonal tightrope in this film about Jewish American cousins on a Holocaust tour in Poland. But Kieran Culkin steals the show as the more mischievous cousinWith no great fanfare, Jesse Eisenberg has just given us a masterpiece. This is an effortlessly witty, fluent and astringent comedy with a very serious overcurrent. It is a road movie which is partly about the Holocaust and about America’s third-generation attempt at coming to terms with it, at confronting what their parents and grandparents found too painfully recent to revisit, or necessary to forget in order to survive. And partly it’s about family, male friendship and growing older. The movie affects a cool, sauntering tonal balance, teetering between the trivial and the world-historically important, with even the title glancing at the idea of someone being annoying or experiencing authentic suffering.As writer, director and joint lead actor, Eisenberg generously allows his fi...

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23 hours ago Labour minister Jess Phillips hits back at 'ridiculous' Elon Musk for branding her a 'rape genocide apologist' in grooming gangs row

The controversial billionaire has recently launched a barrage of attacks on senior Labour figures - including Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer - over the issue.

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7 hours ago Elon Musk slapped down by Jess Philips as she tells billionaire to 'get to Mars'

The MP has vowed not to be silenced by Elon Musk after the tech billionaire branded her a "witch" and a "rape genocide apologist" as she received serious threats.

Politics

23 hours ago Musk ‘knows absolutely nothing’ about grooming gangs, Jess Phillips says

The minister suggested her life had been turned upside down after Mr Musk used his X platform to accuse her of being a ‘rape genocide apologist’.

Events

7 hours ago 'Rockstar post confirms GTA 6 for 2025' but industry insider expects delay

While Bloomberg's Jason Schreier has again suggested GTA 6 could see a delay to 2026, a Rockstar staff member's post on LinkedIn suggests the studio is still targeting 2025

Politics

23 hours ago Jess Phillips worries about her safety after Elon Musk social media attacks

Safeguarding minister was described as ‘a rape genocide apologist’ by Elon Musk

Events

7 hours ago John Swinney apologises to islanders over CalMac ferry building delays

The First Minister said he regrets “very much” problems with the construction of the Glen Sannox and the Glen Rosa, as the building of the vessels has run years late with costs massively over budget.

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24 hours ago Luigi Mangione case hit by delay as prosecutors reveal when 'CEO killer' will next appear in court

A last-minute agreement has delayed the next court appearance of Luigi Mangione on charges of killing UnitedHealtcare CEO Brian Thompson.

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9 hours ago ITV Love Island star Curtis Pritchard pulls diva move before All Stars spin

Curtis Pritchard has checked himself into the luxury upper class section of his flight to South Africa where he will join the likes of Gabby Allen, Kaz Crossley and Nas Majeed

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25 hours ago OnePlus 13 review: The 'flagship killer' has returned to take the crown once again

EXCLUSIVE: Daily Star tech reviewer Adam Cailler has spent nearly one month with the new OnePlus 13 device, and was more than impressed with the new flagship phone from the brand

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9 hours ago 'I spent 58 hours on a 1,950 mile bus journey from UK to Bulgaria and loved every minute'

Jordon Stewart, 19, from Kelty, undertook an incredible journey across Europe via coach after receiving a gift voucher to low-cost German travel brand FlixBus

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30 hours ago Stunning images show Manchester Airport covered in snow as flights hit by delays

The runways closed for three hours earlier today

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10 hours ago Ollie Lawrence should be applauded for streetwise play – rugby must ditch holier

Bath centre should not have apologised for stopping match against Northampton after going down from clash of headsA round of applause for Ollie Lawrence. Not for his apology after Bath’s last-gasp defeat by Northampton, which was entirely unnecessary, but for having the wherewithal to put his side into a winning position by demonstrating a streetwise streak all too seldom shown in elite rugby union.To recap, Lawrence was pilloried by Northampton supporters for going down in instalments after a fairly innocuous clash of heads with Alex Mitchell in the last few minutes of Saints’ thrilling 35-34 win over Bath on Sunday. He took himself down to his knees, clutched his face and in doing so, made sure that the match was stopped, the incident reviewed. Continue reading...

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31 hours ago BBC Radio 1 star says he was 'axed' as he gives stark warning to Greg James

Greg James was forced to apologise to listeners earlier this week after a bizarre post that led fans to believe that the BBC favourite had been given the chop by the broadcaster

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11 hours ago LIVE: Roads shut with 'severe' tram delays as Greater Manchester freezes in icy conditions

The weather is expected to cause disruption again today

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34 hours ago 'Danger to life' flood warning issued as 'evacuation required' – see full map

Brits have been hit with extensive flooding after the country was battered by snow and rainstorms over the festive period with delays expected for many commuters today

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11 hours ago LIVE: Roads and schools shut with 'severe' tram delays in icy conditions

The weather is expected to cause disruption again today

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34 hours ago Cameron Norrie accidentally hits spectator with racket in Auckland loss

Player receives warning during defeat to Díaz Acosta‘I’m not happy with how I behaved,’ admits BritonBritain’s Cameron Norrie apologised and avoided disqualification when a racket he threw in the air struck a spectator at the ATP Tour tournament in Auckland on Tuesday.Norrie was facing match point against Facundo Díaz Acosta of Argentina when he lightly tossed his racket, which struck a woman in a court-side box who was unhurt. Norrie received a warning from the chair umpire and went on to lose 6-2, 6-3 in the first round of the tournament. He reached the final in Auckland in 2023. Continue reading...

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