21 minutes ago Marks & Spencer sales surge over Christmas, boosted by bumper food division

The retailer saw a record sales day for its food department during the festive period.

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42 minutes ago Coleen Rooney reveals her family had to flee Liverpool when husband Wayne's move to Man United from boyhood club Everton sparked attacks on their house and cars

After shining on the international stage for England at Euro 2004, United came calling and Wayne opted to leave his boyhood club to join the Red Devils.

Society

68 minutes ago Tesco cheers highest market share since 2016 after strong festive sales

The UK’s biggest supermarket chain reported UK and Ireland like-for-like sales, excluding fuel and VAT, up 3.7% over the six weeks to January 4.

Economics

50 minutes ago Mallorca’s Cyle Larin: ‘Some players dive with the pressure but I like it’

Club’s top scorer has his sights set on the Spanish Super Cup but harbours ambitions of playing in the Premier League“Pair of extra socks, pair of extra boxers”, and that, Cyle Larin says, is pretty much that. Well, it is normally. This time, it is a little different. There is a smile and Real Mallorca’s top scorer this season, Canada’s top scorer of all time, says: “Win that first game and you got to stay longer.”More boxers, more socks, maybe more history too. Win that first game, Thursday night’s Spanish Super Cup semi-final, and they will still be there on Sunday night, 5,000km from home and 90 minutes from the third trophy in their 108 years. Continue reading...

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22 minutes ago Police release footage showing man removing his pants on fire during arson attempt

Two men were setting fire to a store on Christmas Day when one accidently catching fire

Events

8 hours ago Royal Mail to issue stamps celebrating comedy show The Vicar of Dibley

The hit series starred comedian Dawn French as the chocolate-loving Reverend Geraldine Granger.

Culture

22 hours ago Scientist claims a surprising accent is the 'most influential in the WORLD'

Although the Cockney accent is synonymous with East London, researchers say its influence extends far beyond the city to UK towns like Glasgow and even as far as Australia.

Science

20 hours ago M9 motorway set for 20 nights of roadworks to install safety barrier and remove trees

BEAR Scotland, on behalf of Transport Scotland, will work to install safety barriers and remove trees from a section on the M9 northbound over 20 nights.

Transport

32 minutes ago Transfer news LIVE: Man Utd could lose Mainoo, Arsenal want Williams and Man City’s double £85m move

The transfer window is in full swing with sides at both ends of the Premier League table looking to strengthen as they battle for survival, European football and the title

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3 hours ago Los Angeles wildfires LIVE: Several celebrity homes destroyed by flames

Five people have sadly lost their lives and 1000s have seen their homes destroyed after the worst fires in the city's history tore through Los Angeles amid intense winds

Society

95 minutes ago Shoppers praise £35 Debenhams tower heater that 'saves putting main heating on'

The oscillating heater has two settings and costs approximately 51p per hour to run

Economics

1 hour ago Liam Boyce nearing Hearts transfer exit as striker holds talks over Northern Ireland return to end 'difficult' final year

A switch to Derry City could be sealed over the weekend as Jambos look to free up space in the wage budget

Sport

49 minutes ago Ruben Amorim recalls star who Ole Gunnar Solskjaer described as a 'top attacker'

Man Utd have triggered a recall clause in Joe Hugill's loan deal at Wigan Athletic, with the forward set to return to Old Trafford after impressing in his limited League One action

Events

17 hours ago Love Island All Stars contestant lied about age to get onto ITV2 show first time

Essex-based eyelash technician, Elma Pazar, who first starred on reality TV series Love Island back in 2019, is set to return to our screen on the spin-off show

Culture

50 minutes ago NFL playoff predictions: can anyone derail the Kansas City Chiefs’ three

The postseason kicks off on Saturday. Our writers pick the dark horses, players to watch and make their tips for the NFL’s championship gameCincinnati Bengals. This is the obvious answer, as it’s a bummer when the team with one of the NFL’s best quarterbacks (Joe Burrow), the receiving triple crown winner (Ja’Marr Chase) and the NFL’s sack leader (Trey Hendrickson) is on the outside looking in. Plus, it would certainly be fun to watch opposing offenses torch the Bengals’ iffy defense. As it is, we’ll have to wait until next season to know whether a defensive overhaul (including the firing of defensive coordinator Lou Anarumo) will bear any dividends. Doug Farrar Continue reading...

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8 hours ago Environment Secretary Steve Reed set to be confronted by angry farmers at conference TODAY

Environment Secretary Steve Reed is facing into a stormy reception today as he refuses to scrap inheritance tax on family farms.

Society

8 hours ago How a Scottish council worker stole £1.1 million undetected for 17 years

A warning has been issued on the back of the fraud case involving Aberdeen City Council

Economics

12 hours ago Manchester City fan cries in court after he 'went too far' at Liverpool away game

Kian Holt was spotted banging on a metal wall and chanting slurs at rival fans 'out of anger'

Sport

82 minutes ago National Guard called in as Los Angeles fights fires on SIX fronts and blaze spreads to Studio City

A new evacuation order came about 6pm on Wednesday local time as a fast-moving fire swept through the Hills, impacting at least 10 acres already near Runyon Canyon.

Events

18 hours ago Buchanan High School choir raises minibus funds during musical visits to Asda Coatbridge

Customers were treated to fantastic festive tunes and kindly donated nearly £500.

Culture

1 hour ago Buying secondhand refurbished items can save the planet – and you hundreds of pounds

The Mirror's environment editor set herself a task of not buying any new clothes for 12 months to reduce her carbon footprint and saved herself hundreds of pounds

Politics

10 hours ago Mo Salah and Liverpool denied familiar freedom as Spurs' new hero makes instant impact

Goalkeeper Antonin Kinsky settled Tottenham's nerves on a night when Ange Postecoglou's injury-hit team fought with grit and determination to defeat Liverpool

Society

8 hours ago Rayner pledges to ‘make work pay’ in Scotland ahead of visit to Glasgow

Research by the UK Government found workers in central Scotland will see the biggest boost to their wages as a result of the Employment Rights Bill.

Economics

14 hours ago Cardiff City chief lays out January transfer strategy and tells fans what will happen

Mehmet Dalman has outlined what the club are looking to do in the January transfer window

Sport

2 hours ago Schools cancel classes across the Southern US as another burst of winter storms move in

Schools and cities from Texas to Georgia are shutting down in anticipation of freezing rain and snow forecast for much of the Southern U.S. The severe weather is expected across a stretch from New Mexico to Alabama starting Wednesday night and early Thursday

Events

18 hours ago School of Rock child stars tie the knot more than 20 years after filming

The film’s young stars reconnected after first meeting on the Jack Black comedy

Culture

1 hour ago Australian Open draw: Emma Raducanu on early collision course with Iga Swiatek

Former world No 10 faces Ekaterina Alexandrova in first roundCarlos Alcaraz and Novak Djokovic could meet in last eightEmma Raducanu will hope to start the new tennis season strongly as she faces Ekaterina Alexandrova, the 26th seed, in a challenging but winnable first-round match at the Australian Open after being unable to compete in the opening week of the season due to a back injury.Since travelling to Melbourne, Raducanu has trained normally on the tournament grounds and has looked in good shape during her public training sessions. On Tuesday, Raducanu competed against the 2022 Wimbledon champion Elena Rybakina in a practice set on Rod Laver Arena, which she won. Continue reading...

Politics

20 hours ago Elon Musk's reasons for wanting to buy Liverpool emerge as dad explains club connection

Elon Musk is interested in buying Liverpool from current owners Fenway Sports Group and his father, Errol, has explained the controversial billionaire's connection to the club and the city

Society

12 hours ago Ruben Amorim set for Man United January transfer windfall as £20m deal 'agreed'

Manchester United transfer news as the January transfer budget is set to receive a small boost thanks to a sell-on clause

Economics

15 hours ago Ruth Jones faces devastating blow as BBC axe sitcom in major iPlayer overhaul

The BBC has quietly removed a dark comedy from iPlayer, despite its critical acclaim and strong fan following. The show, which starred Ruth Jones, was taken down due to licensing issues, with no plans for its return.

Sport

2 hours ago Imelda Staunton and daughter Bessie Carter to star in West End revival of Mrs Warren’s Profession

The actors will share the stage for the first time in George Bernard’s Shaw’s drama about ‘the role of women in society’Imelda Staunton and her daughter, Bessie Carter, are to share the stage for the first time this summer in a West End revival of Mrs Warren’s Profession by George Bernard Shaw.Carter will take the role of Cambridge graduate Vivie Warren who discovers that her mother, Kitty (played by Staunton), has made her fortune from running brothels. Staunton, who will reunite with director Dominic Cooke after their hit productions of the musicals Hello, Dolly! and Follies, said that Mrs Warren’s Profession “asks ever pertinent questions about the role of women in society, and the choices they make for survival”. Continue reading...

Events

1 hour ago Australian Open draw: Emma Raducanu on early collision course with Swiatek

Former world No 10 faces Alexandrova in first roundCarlos Alcaraz and Djokovic could meet in last eightEmma Raducanu will hope to start the new tennis season strongly as she faces Ekaterina Alexandrova, the 26th seed, in a challenging but winnable first-round match at the Australian Open after being unable to compete in the opening week of the season due to a back injury.Since travelling to Melbourne, Raducanu has trained normally on the tournament grounds and has looked in good shape during her public training sessions. On Tuesday, Raducanu competed against the 2022 Wimbledon champion Elena Rybakina in a practice set on Rod Laver Arena, which she won. Continue reading...

Politics

30 hours ago Elon Musk buying Liverpool would be like seeing your dream home bulldozed

COMMENT BY DOMINIC KING: It felt a bit early for April Fool's Day but, lo and behold, Musk's father, Errol, went on Times Radio on Tuesday afternoon to set out his son's wish.

Society

15 hours ago ScotRail releases alternative travel plan during improvement works on East Kilbride line

From Saturday, January 25, until Sunday, May 18, no trains will run on the line between East Kilbride and Glasgow Central while engineers work around the clock to deliver major works to modernise the railway between East Kilbride and Glasgow.

Economics

23 hours ago Why Rangers fans will go 'f****** mental' at Patrick Stewart as Ibrox favourite names 2 players he'd sign right now

Philippe Clement has revealed the new CEO is set to address the media over January transfer plans

Sport

4 hours ago LA Mayor Karen Bass refuses to answer questions on catastrophic wildfires

Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass stood stone-faced and refused to answer a reporter's question for two full minutes after being out of the country as killed wildfires raged through her city.

Events

21 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

Culture

2 hours ago Rising British star set for blockbuster Australian Open debut against Nick Kyrgios

Jacob Fearnley was ranked outside the world’s top 600 last year but has qualified for the Australian Open for the first time

Politics

15 hours ago 'Baroness Thrift', 85, who shared tips on how to run a stately home on a budget, is set to auction off £400,000 worth of possessions and downsizes from £8million Belgravia flat

Baroness Patricia Rawlings, who has famously shared tips on how to run a stately home on a budget, is downsizing from her £8m flat in Eaton Square, Belgravia.

Economics

27 hours ago Man City's best line up with Omar Marmoush and Abdukodir Khusanov could put three players at risk

Manchester City have transfer interest in Eintracht Frankfurt striker Omar Marmoush and Lens centre-back Abdukodir Khusanov in January.

Sport

5 hours ago Californian wildfires destroy songwriter Diane Warren's beloved home of 30 years

The wildfires have seen the city declare a state of emergency, with at least 70,000 people forced to evacuate their homes as the metropolitan area became blanketed in a thick cloud of smoke and ash

Events

22 hours ago London’s Kinoteka Polish Film Festival Sets 2025 Edition Including BFI & ICA Backed Wojciech Has Retrospective

London’s Kinoteka Polish Film Festival Sets 2025 Edition Including BFI & ICA Backed Wojciech Has Retrospective  Deadline

Culture

2 hours ago Janey Godley's daughter Ashley Storrie on how she will be honouring her mother in her next project

Rising comedy star will make new video inspired by the work of the artist and writer Alasdair Gray

Politics

15 hours ago Tonight's Cardiff City news as chief drops hint about target, rivals muscle in on deal and clubs want Bluebird

The latest Bluebirds news from Cardiff City Stadium

Economics

6 hours ago LA Mayor Karen Bass refuses to answer questions on catastrophic killer wildfires

Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass stood stone-faced and refused to answer a reporter's question for two full minutes after being out of the country as killed wildfires raged through her city.

Events

2 hours ago Rachel Reeves heads to China to build bridges, but a new golden era of relations is impossible

Seeking business partners post-Brexit is sound policy, but even in these darker geopolitical times the UK will ultimately side with the USRachel Reeves will fly with a delegation of City grandees to China this week as Labour seeks closer economic links with Beijing as part of its quest for growth.With the outlook increasingly rocky at home after a run of soft economic data, the chancellor is sorely in need of a positive story to tell. Continue reading...

Politics

16 hours ago Ski patrollers reach deal to end strike at Utah's Park City Mountain Resort

Ski patrollers at the biggest U.S. ski resort say they have reached a deal with Utah’s Park City Mountain Resort to end a strike that put a wrench in operations during the busy holiday season

Economics

6 hours ago Palisades fire live updates: Mayor says ‘LA will rebuild stronger’ as five killed and city suffers worst blaze in history

Significant injuries are reported as the Palisades, Eaton, Hurst and other fires rage over more than 27,000 acres in southern California, leaving schools closed and more than 1.5 million without power

Events

2 hours ago Elon Musk is a monster bully on the loose, but he can only get his way if we let him | Martin Kettle

The democratic order has faced down tyrants and megalomaniacs before. The name of the game for liberals for 2025 and beyond must be survivalThey can smell the fear. And they are thrilled by what they can smell. Fanned by a mesmerised media at home and abroad, the thrill excites them into fresh provocations. Donald Trump knows the US’s allies’ nerves are jangling as his second presidency approaches – and he wants to keep it that way. Elon Musk is similarly glorying in his power to provoke and misinform without suffering penalty or reprimand – least of all from most of Britain’s politicians and press.Both men are bullies. And this is what bullies do. However, there is no disputing that this is also their moment. The Trump inauguration on 20 January will be an in-your-face celebration of America First power. It will also be a requiem that consigns large parts of the rules-based postwar global settlement to the grave.Martin Kettle is a Guardian columnist Continue reading...

Politics

17 hours ago Sainsbury's new Valentine's Day range sends shoppers 'running' to supermarket

People are obsessed with Sainsbury's new pyjama range which includes a gorgeous red and pink set covered in Valentine's Day-themed prints - and fans are loving it

Economics

6 hours ago Freezing fog to blanket Britain as blizzards hit and snow warnings remain

Britain is set to be engulfed in an icy gip today as parts of the country continue to be battered by blizzardy conditions. The Met Office has issued six separate yellow warning.

Events

2 hours ago No reopening date set for Cairngorms mountain train as repair works start after further delay

The funicular was due to start up before Christmas after months of delays, but its reopening was delayed again.

Politics

19 hours ago £120m January deals can set Man City up for Pep Guardiola's ideal summer rebuild

Manchester City are active in the January transfer window - with any new signings offering a clear boost to future business in the summer.

Economics

7 hours ago California fires live: five people killed as Los Angeles devastated by raging wildfires

Police say five people have died as Palisades fire – the most destructive in city’s history – grows to over 15,000 acresVisual explainer: why are the LA wildfires so bad?Californians: have you been affected by the wildfires?Five people have died in the Eaton fire in Altadena, an increase from the two reported deaths earlier today, Los Angeles county sheriff Robert Luna told ABC Los Angeles station KABC.Here are some of the latest images from the newswires from the wildfires raging though Los Angeles County. Continue reading...

Events

2 hours ago Kevin De Bruyne has contract help that Man City could use against Kyle Walker

Manchester City star Kevin De Bruyne may still have to prove he deserves a new deal, but every Premier League start may help

Politics

21 hours ago Quirky and beautiful European city just two hours from UK with £35 tickets

If you're looking to book a spring getaway, then you'll want to know about the Eurostar flash sale, which is offering one-way tickets for as little as £35 to a number of beautiful locations - including this real gem

Economics

7 hours ago LA’s night of horror as furious wildfires ignited: ‘Never seen anything like this’

At least five people are dead and several injured as multiple fires burn, including most destructive in city’s historyCalifornia wildfires: live updatesLos Angeles firefighters were already stretched thin on Tuesday night, as a ferocious, fast-moving fire engulfed mansions and businesses in the Pacific Palisades, one of southern California’s most luxurious coastal neighborhoods.Then, just after 6 pm local time, a second fire broke out, this one on the opposite side of the city, near Pasadena, home to universities such as CalTech and Nasa’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory. Continue reading...

Events

3 hours ago Jacob Fearnley sets up blockbuster Australian Open debut against Nick Kyrgios

Emma Raducanu drew a seed while Carlos Alcaraz and Novak Djokovic could meet in the quarter-finals.

Politics

21 hours ago State Pension uprating in April will not be paid to nearly half a million older people

The New State Pension is set to rise to £921 each month under the Triple Lock.

Economics

8 hours ago New weather warnings issued as temperatures set to plummet as low as minus 16C

Temperatures are set to drop sharply, with lows of minus 16C possible in Scotland and northern England overnight on Thursday.

Events

3 hours ago American Primeval review – this samey Western is far less clever than it thinks it is

Like all modern takes on frontier life, this drama focuses on its brutish nature. We’ve seen it all before – even if it is a gripping yarnAmerican Primeval opens in Utah Territory, 1857. “Wild and untamed,” says the caption, which is good to know. Furthermore, “the United States army, Mormon militia, Native Americans and pioneers are all locked in a brutal war for survival. Caught in the bloody crossfire are every man, woman and child who dare to enter this American primeval.”And there, pretty much, you have it. The six-part series is clearly a prestige project – gorgeously photographed, ably directed (by Painkiller and Friday Night Lights’ Peter Berg), priding itself on the authenticity of the physical realities of exercising your manifest destiny, and strewn with fine actors giving fine performances. It is set a little earlier than we are used to seeing our westerns, at the tail end of the Indian Wars and before settlers apparently transformed into rootin’-tootin’ cowboys. Even so...

Politics

24 hours ago Notorious Karen's Diner where staff were deliberately cruel to customers is set to rebrand as 'the rudest Indian restaurant in the world'

Karen's Diner is now seeking out Indian restaurants willing to train their staff to be 'rude' to customers as part of bold plans to return to the high street.

Economics

9 hours ago Pants on fire: police release footage of person discarding burning clothes after alleged arson in Melbourne

Detectives release CCTV video of two people after being called to Doncaster East blaze early Christmas morningFollow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastAn alleged arsonist has had to shed their burning pants after seeking to set a Melbourne fast-food business alight on Christmas morning.Victoria police said emergency services were called to a blaze at a strip of shops off Doncaster Road in Doncaster East at about 2.40am on 25 December.Sign up for Guardian Australia’s breaking news email Continue reading...

Events

3 hours ago Man City might have perfect sweetener to get Omar Marmoush transfer over the line

Manchester City are interested in signing Eintracht Frankfurt striker Omar Marmoush, who could be available for around £50m this month.

Politics

25 hours ago Mikel Arteta slammed for 'nonsensical' decision which cost Arsenal against Newcastle

Arsenal were beaten by Newcastle in the first-leg of their Carabao Cup semi-final and Jamie Redknapp was stunned by their defensive decisions from the set piece that saw them concede

Economics

9 hours ago Corrie icon Sean's death 'sealed' as fans 'expose' who kills him after 22 years on soap

Coronation Street's Sean Tully could be set for a shock exit from the cobbles and fans reckon he could be killed off as they've come up with a 'murder twist'

Events

4 hours ago Graham Potter set to be appointed as West Ham boss after Julen Lopetegui sacking

The Hammers will host a press conference at 9am on Thursday morning.

Politics

28 hours ago State Pension pay increase in April could make older Brits pay more tax in retirement

From April, the New and Basic State Pensions are set to see a 4.1 per cent rise but retirees with extra income from employment or other private pensions may be taxed accordingly

Economics

10 hours ago David Lammy set to unveil ‘world’s first sanctions regime’ to tackle people smuggling gangs

Sir Keir Starmer is expected to discuss cooperation on the issue with Emmanuel Macron on Thursday

Events

4 hours ago Thursday’s briefing: Spurs claim controversial win as West Ham look to new era

Graham Potter is set to be announced as the new Hammers boss on Thursday.

Politics

32 hours ago Lawyers collecting $148 million judgment from Rudy Giuliani say World Series rings must be given up

Lawyers for two election workers who are owed $148 million in damages from Rudy Giuliani say the evidence proves their clients are entitled to three World Series rings that the former New York City mayor says he gave to his son

Economics

10 hours ago Met Office says more snow and ice warnings likely this week as Brits brace for brutal

The UK has had a bitterly cold start to 2025 with Arctic air moving southwards bringing ice and snow to many parts of the country but the lowest temperatures are still set to come

Events

8 hours ago Princess Kate set to 'spend more time’ by Prince William's side in 2025

With the Princess of Wales set to celebrate her 43rd birthday on Thursday, one royal expert has weighed in on what the future holds now she is finally able to embrace 2025 with a welcome return to normality having completed her treatment

Politics

11 hours ago Vermont school district settles with federal investigators over allegations of racial harassment

The U.S. Department of Justice says a Vermont school district failed to adequately respond to serious and widespread harassment of Black and biracial students

Events

8 hours ago Slot and Van Dijk criticise decision not to send off Bergvall before Spurs winner

Liverpool captain: ‘Ref made a mistake I told him that’Postecoglou bemoans VAR announcements by refereeArne Slot bemoaned Liverpool’s ill fortune as they slipped to a last-gasp 1-0 defeat at Tottenham in the first leg of the Carabao Cup semi-final; a rare setback in an otherwise serene season.Liverpool were expecting to see a second yellow card for the Spurs midfielder, Lucas Bergvall, after he cut through Kostas Tsimikas, who was forced off for treatment. But the referee, Stuart Attwell, spared Bergvall and, with Tsimikas still off the pitch, Bergvall ran on to a Dominic Solanke pass to score the decisive goal. Continue reading...

Politics

11 hours ago Moment gang of youths batter teen outside McDonald's before turning on Good Samaritan

A disturbing clip shows youngsters battering a boy while a group of girls watched on laughing in Glasgow. The youths then turned on a Good Samaritan who tried to help the victim

Events

10 hours ago Inside Love Island All Stars' Gabby Allen and Marcel Sommerville's split after rapper's holiday betrayal

Love Island All Stars' contestants Gabby Allen and Marcel Sommerville are set to reunite in the villa for the first time since their relationship ended in 2018, after the Blazin Squad rapper was unfaithful while they were on holiday together.

Politics

11 hours ago Met Office issues another weather warning as temperatures drop below freezing

Temperatures are set to drop to -6C in some parts of Wales

Events