50 minutes ago ‘The right fit’: Graham Potter aims high at West Ham after arrival as head coach

Potter in work for first time since leaving ChelseaHe feels club can be ‘consistently successful’Graham Potter has claimed he and West Ham are the perfect match after taking over as head coach on a two-and-a-half-year contract. The 49-year-old is back in work for the first time since a difficult seven-month spell at Chelsea ended in April 2023 and is targeting “consistent success”.Potter appointment was announced by the club on Thursday after the sacking of Julen Lopetegui. His first game will be in the FA Cup at Aston Villa on Friday and West Ham have two Premier League home games next week, against Fulham and Crystal Palace. They are 14th, seven points above the relegation zone. Continue reading...

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13 hours ago Heated office chair that's 'perfect for working from home' gets price axed in flash sale

If you're seeking a solution to staying warm while you work from home this winter, you won't want to miss out on this heated office chair

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1 hour 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

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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

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2 hours ago 'Simple but effective' radiator foil saves on bills and keeps rooms warm in winter

The SuperFOIL Radpack Radiator Insulation Reflective Foil is a no-thrills purchase that will make your heating more efficient and save you money in the long run, according to the 4,465 five-star buyers' reviews

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26 hours ago Scientists reveal source of mysterious radio signal that travelled for 200 million years to reach Earth

Radio burst lasted just two milliseconds

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55 minutes ago Pretty little UK seaside town on small island has 'one of the best beaches'

A beautiful stretch of coastline with golden sands on a tiny island in Britain has been named one of the best beaches in the UK and is perfect for families or those looking for a picturesque stroll

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1 hour ago Skyscanner reveals destinations for under £100 perfect for a winter break

Skyscanner's new research highlights affordable holiday destinations under £100 to combat 'indecision overwhelm', as well as offering tips from experts on avoiding planning fatigue and finding the best deals

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17 hours ago Chelsea legend's 'perfect' daughter strips down to lingerie in snow and wows fans

A Premier League legend's stunning daughter has delighted her followers by showing off her ravishing figure in red lingerie in freezing cold Icelandic snow

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6 hours ago Dinosaurs 'could return' as experts warn of new danger of climate change

Experts from the University of St Andrews have found global warming played a vital part in the dinosaurs’ development that that rocketing carbon dioxide levels could bring them back

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92 minutes ago Ryan Reynolds calls out ‘perfect’ standards women are held to amid Lively

Deadpool star presented best film award to Wicked at National Board of Review Awards gala

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21 hours ago Parents told they're making dangerous mistake with prams in cold weather

As temperatures continue to drop during the winter months, a parenting expert has warned mums and dads to avoid making one common mistake when it comes to keeping their children warm.

Society

12 hours ago 'I'll be wearing it all winter' – The Traitors' Claudia Winkleman loves a £35 M&S cardigan

BBC The Traitors presenter Claudia Winkleman has been wearing the perfect autumn/winter cardigan, and it's available from Marks and Spencer for just £35

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20 hours ago Jurrien Timber in fan cry as Arsenal aim to bounce back from Newcastle loss

The defender says beating Manchester United in the FA Cup would be the perfect response

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13 hours ago Five football fields a minute: How a perfect storm of extreme weather set off Los Angeles wildfires

Rising temperatures have created the ideal conditions for “extreme, high severity wildfires that spread rapidly,” according to the California Air Resources Board

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2 hours ago Voices: I can’t seem to find the perfect partner – and time is running out

The Independent’s agony aunt Victoria Richards is here to help. Email dearvix@independent.co.uk for advice on love, work, family and relationships

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14 hours ago Chelsea have already made £25m transfer move before next Man United purchase

Chelsea and Manchester United have a warm recent history of collaborating on transfers in both the summer and the winter

Economics

16 hours ago Miracle on the high seas: Incredible moment rescuers find newborn baby on packed migrant boat in the Atlantic minutes after mother gave birth during treacherous crossing to Canary Islands

An astonishing picture shows a migrant cradling a newborn as others on the dinghy back away to make space for the baby.

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3 hours ago Winter Fuel Payment: ‘Amazing’ heater with huge discount is flying off shelves amid UK cold snap

"I can’t imagine winter without it!"

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16 hours ago Shoppers rush to snap up £4 Ninja Thirsti bottle 'perfect' for the gym by stacking deals

Ninja's leakproof travel bottle is usually £30 but bargain hunters have found a way to get one for under a fiver by combining deals

Economics

17 hours ago Miracle on the high seas: Incredible moment rescuers find newborn baby on packed migrant boat in the Atlantic after mother gave birth during treacherous crossing to Canary Islands

An astonishing picture taken from a coastguard boat Talia shows a migrant cradling a newborn as others on the dinghy back away to make space for the baby.

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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.

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17 hours ago 'Can't imagine winter without it' portable heater that's perfect for remote working lands on sale

Now that the colder months are upon us, it's time to start thinking about how you can keep warm without breaking the bank - and this portable heater may be the solution

Economics

17 hours ago Mary Berry's simple trick for perfect salmon involves just one secret ingredient

Mary Berry says this ingredient gives the fillets a "lovely crust" when baked in the oven

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6 hours ago Dinosaurs 'could return' to Earth because of erupting volcanoes says experts

Experts from the University of St Andrews have found global warming played a vital part in the dinosaurs’ development that that rocketing carbon dioxide levels could bring them back

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17 hours ago Ninja's Thirsti water bottle that's 'perfect for the gym' now £4 in deal

The bestselling bottle is usually £30 but fitness fans have spotted a way to get it for a fraction of the normal price

Economics

19 hours ago Plans for new additional support needs base at Ayrshire school take a step forward

The plans seek listed building consent in order to re-configure two rooms within Troon Primary School and transform the space.

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11 hours ago Traitors star Claudia Winkleman's Charlotte Tilbury nude lipstick is perfect for everyday wear

Channel the TV presenter's iconic style with her top makeup picks

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19 hours ago Ninja machine that's 'best you can buy for your kitchen' now £40 off on Amazon

The Ninja Foodi PossibleCooker has eight functions and can be used for slow cooking, searing, sautéing, steaming, baking, proving, braising, simmering and keeping food warm.

Economics

21 hours ago Met Office expert reveals why California wildfires are raging in middle of winter

EXCLUSIVE: California has a reputation for being warm, but while its average temperatures in the summer months sit around the 28 to 29 degree mark, in January and February they drop down to around 20C

Events

12 hours ago Get Claudia Winkleman's The Traitors look with this insulated winter cape that's perfect for winter

The Traitors presenter Claudia Winkleman has been showing off her impeccable style in the highlands - and we've found the perfect cosy insulated cape to channel her look

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23 hours ago M&S 'flattering' £49 dress with all five star ratings praised for being 'absolutely perfect'

The 'elegant' dress that's suitable for 'any occasion' has become one of Marks and Spencer's bestselling items

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22 hours ago The Spin | ‘Deep, minging, unpleasant’: cricket’s flooding problem is getting worse

ECB has been in touch with 27 clubs so far this storm season as the climate crisis bites. What can game do to stay afloat?The water started flowing into the New Road practice area at about 4pm on Monday afternoon, and just kept on rolling. It flooded the entire ground and half the car park, as well as the nearby racecourse, the rowing club and the public footpath – which is now a popular hang-out space for swans. The head groundsman, Stephen Manfield, a man of a remarkably perky disposition, sits on the balcony of the club’s sports bar watching the fourth flood of the season do its business, the water coming in from the burst banks of the Severn as well as round the back across the fields. For the benefit of Spin readers he pokes his measuring stick into the water – “four-and-a-half feet in the shallow end” – and still rising.Last off-season New Road was flooded eight times (enough for the chief executive, Ashley Giles, to question the long-term viability of the club), and the 2024-...

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17 hours ago Lexus LBX review: Lexus brings its premium values to the crossover club

Gareth Butterfield spends a week in Lexus’s new compact crossover

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24 hours ago Chelsea can make £70m Marc Guehi swap transfer happen with perfect bargaining chip

Chelsea are eyeing a move for Crystal Palace captain Marc Guehi this summer, and the Blues could use one opportune player as a makeweight in any potential transfer

Economics

23 hours ago Hot water bottle warning as hidden symbol reveals whether you should throw yours out

Hot water bottles are a great way to try to stay warm and toasty during the cold weather, without having to crank the heating up, but there's a symbol on it you should be aware of

Events

17 hours ago AENO Premium Eco Heater review: Simple heat with nifty, convenient controls

Warm up your lounge or office with this smart heater from AENO, packing easy-to-use features into a slimline, stylish design that's ideal on the wall or free-standing

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26 hours ago A moment that changed me: I went to Kew Gardens – and found a place of safety after homelessness and drug addiction

I’d had a very tough few years after my father died, living on the streets and sleeping with one eye open. But as I looked at a tulip tree that day, my love of gardening came flooding backI spent the early 00s living in my family home in west London, caring for my elderly father. When he died, in February 2015, I lost my home. When you’re on the streets, you have to sleep with one eye open in case people try to steal your things, so you end up being on alert 24 hours a day. The effect of living like that means you often look for distraction and I soon began spending time with other homeless people who were drinking and using drugs. I started smoking crack and heroin, and drinking heavily. My days all began to look the same: trying to stay warm, get into shelters, eat and score the next fix.When Covid hit in early 2020, things became really hard – people were getting ill on the street and it felt sometimes as if we had been abandoned. Eventually, I was relocated to a hotel room in Pu...

Events

18 hours ago NASA James Webb telescope spots unseen star collection in ‘groundbreaking discovery’

Astronomers used NASA’s James Webb telescope to make the 'record-breaking' space discovery, where they spotted more than 40 stars in a distant galaxy

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28 hours ago The wild reason Nicole Kidman drank an entire glass of milk while accepting the Best Actress award at the 2025 National Board of Review Gala

The Hollywood star, 57, was presented with the prestigious gong by her The Perfect Couple on-screen husband Liev Schreiber at Tuesday night's ceremony.

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18 hours ago How to turn off Apple Intelligence as AI spouts fake news and hogs up more storage

Fed up of Apple’s AI? Find out how to disable it completely or switch off specific functions

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19 hours ago Louise Thompson’s ‘unbelievable’ Shark handheld vacuum she uses for cleaning the car is now on sale

If a January clean is on your to-do list, Louise Thompson’s favourite Shark handheld cordless vacuum is perfect for tricky jobs like cars, stairs and kitchen – and it’s now £70 off

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20 hours ago Dunelm slashes price of 'great in bed' gadget perfect for cold weather at night

The item is part of Dunelm's January sale in a range of sizes suitable for a single, double or king-size bed - with shoppers saying it is a 'must buy'

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20 hours ago Mary Berry's chicken stew dish is perfect 'speedy' midweek dinner in winter

This hearty and tasty chicken and asparagus fricassée may sound posh, but it is a traditional French stew that is incredibly simple to make and can be done in just 30 minutes

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23 hours ago AD FEATURE: Discover the paradise of Marmaris this summer and fly from Manchester

The Turkish town has a rich culture and stunning natural beauty for the perfect holiday

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24 hours ago UK seaside town in the English Riviera named one of the most 'walkable' in Britain

Looking for some staycation inspiration for when the weather warms up? This gem of a seaside resort needs to be added to your bucket list immediately - especially if you're a fan of walking

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32 hours ago The truth behind Trump's bold bid for Greenland: China, rare minerals, space ... and why it's 'not a joke'

Trump made clear he was deadly serious in his intentions towards the barren Arctic territory of Greenland Tuesday, saying that he would not rule out use of force to seize the icy island.

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