64 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

Politics

11 hours ago Newport secondary school locked down as teacher 'hospitalised in assault by former student'

A former pupil allegedly attacked teachers at Newport High School and damaged property including cars with emergency services rushing to the scene as it was put in lockdown

Society

2 hours ago Transfer news LIVE: Arsenal's top target emerges, Man Utd's Mainoo talks, Prem side seal £21m deal

Premier League clubs including Arsenal, Liverpool and Manchester United are starting to get their ducks in a row with the January transfer window now a week old

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65 minutes ago Transfer news LIVE! Arsenal want Mbeumo, Araujo bid; Man Utd get Mendes boost; Chelsea, Tottenham latest

January window is heating up as Premier League giants plot big moves

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

86 minutes ago Antiques Roadshow expert insists ‘size matters’ as he gives ‘charming’ sculpture top price tag

An Antiques Roadshow guest was in disbelief when a gift she has owned for 50 years was uncovered to be worth a small fortune.

Culture

16 hours ago Paper battery that biodegrades in weeks offers ‘revolutionary’ energy solution

Singapore startup Flint hopes to commercialise technology that is capable of powering everything from wearables to satellites

Science

19 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

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

12 hours ago Public will not have to change lives ‘radically’ for 2035 climate goal, MPs told

Government climate advisers said the UK can ‘absolutely’ meet its targets for 2030 and 2035, but it currently remains off track.

Society

6 hours ago BBC appoints taxpayer funded 'impartiality champions' to bolster 'trust' among viewers amid claims of bias

The BBC has appointed 'impartiality champions' amid criticism of allegedly biased coverage.

Economics

77 minutes 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

4 hours ago Paris Hilton and Billy Crystal lead stars ‘heartbroken’ over losing home in fire

The latest update saw a new fire break out in the Hollywood Hills, threatening a host of tourist sites including the Walk of Fame.

Events

15 hours ago The X Factor star Sam Bailey reveals baffling real reason she applied for hit ITV show 12 years on from win

Sam, 47, beat runner-up Nicholas McDonald to the top spot and won the 10th series of the singing competition in 2013.

Culture

27 hours ago The UN wants to influence a pluralist Syria – but will the country listen?

Syrians are suspicious after allegations of complicity with the brutal Assad regime during 14 years of civil war The UN special envoy for Syria will urge the security council to back a transition to a pluralist democratic Syria, but faces resistance within the country. The interim government fears the lifting of sanctions will be tied to excessive demands imposed by the west, with suspicion of the UN deeply embedded after what are seen as its failures during 14 years of civil war.Ahmed al-Sharaa, the country’s de facto leader, has told Gulf and western states that his group, Hay’at Tahrir al-Sham (HTS), long ago transformed itself from a Salafi jihadi group in Idlib province to a technocratic force willing to accommodate all Syrians. Continue reading...

Science

2 hours ago Princess Kate 'credits luscious locks' to these affordable high street products

When it comes to hair goals it's fair to say that Catherine, Princess of Wales, is someone to aspire to. For years women around the world have wanted her stunning locks

Politics

11 hours ago Bach manuscript among items worth more than £45 million donated to UK museums

The acquisitions come as part of the acceptance in lieu and cultural gifts schemes.

Economics

3 hours ago Manchester United's first January transfer decision is sign of major revamp in key department

Man Utd have recalled young goalkeeper Elyh Harrison from his loan spell at Chester and will run the rule over the teenager for the rest of the season.

Sport

4 hours ago The Vivienne's death could spell the end of Drag Race as RuPaul is 'in bits'

The Vivienne, whose real name was James Lee Williams, had been one of the breakout stars on RuPaul's Drag Race - the BBC reality show in which drag queens compete in front of host RuPaul

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

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

20 hours ago The household item that can stop your car doors freezing shut in cold weather

The hack can also be used to keep door locks from freezing

Society

11 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

4 hours ago 'Complete goalkeeper' has Manchester United 'at heart' and could offer transfer solution

Man United could be on the lookout for a new goalkeeper this month and there is an affordable solution out there they already know very well.

Sport

5 hours ago How JK Rowling's doctor husband has become her rock in the face of an avalanche of death threats from militant trans activists

The social media post JK Rowling penned to mark the occasion of her 23rd wedding anniversary was short, understated and heartfelt: 'Married 23 years today' alongside a single heart emoji.

Events

22 hours ago BBC Strictly Come Dancing's Pete Wicks gets same message as fans demand change after TV return

Fans were quick to flood him with comments as he made his TV return after his successful stint on Strictly

Culture

3 hours ago Liverpool transfer news: Luis Diaz holding out for Barcelona as Mo Salah drops hint

Liverpool have some first-team players vulnerable to rivals in the January transfer window, with the contracts of Luis Diaz and Mohamed Salah among the key concerns for Arne Slot

Politics

20 hours ago The common household items that can stop your car doors freezing shut in cold weather

The hack can also be used to keep door locks from freezing

Society

12 hours ago Kristers Tobers signs for Aberdeen as Jimmy Thelin seals £700k deal for Latvia captain

Dons boss Thelin had made the 24-year-old defender one of his top January targets, and has now secured his man

Economics

6 hours ago Arsenal transfer briefing: SAMI MOKBEL reveals the latest on Alexander Isak pursuit and the reasons why Gunners did not sign a striker last summer

SAMI MOKBEL: Mikel Arteta has built a superb squad, one that can more than hold its own against the finest in Europe, but it's missing something - a certain magic.

Sport

6 hours ago STEPHEN GLOVER: If she were white and a Tory the BBC would not be downplaying the growing scandal around Tulip Siddiq

What I am about to say is not a joke. The Government's anti-corruption minister is herself under investigation by the Bangladeshi authorities for corruption.

Events

3 hours ago Symptoms of ‘drooping eye’ condition ptosis as Clive Myrie worries BBC viewers

Beloved BBC presenter Clive Myrie was at the centre of a social media storm on Monday night after he took to his usual anchoring position on News At Six

Politics

22 hours ago Will YOUR child's school have to cut teacher pay? Fury at Labour's 'wrecking ball' bid to force academies to follow national salary scales and curriculum in 'return to mediocracy'

The government is making sweeping changes to reforms brought in by the Tories, including massive curbs on the independence of state schools.

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

Economics

13 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

6 hours ago Critics Choice Awards and Bafta Tea Party among events impacted by fires

Production has come to a halt on several television programmes as US authorities attempted to bring the Californian blaze under control.

Events

3 hours ago David Beckham explains why he and his mum had the same Man Utd idol for very different reasons

David Beckham grew up in the Manchester United academy and was a huge fan of Wales international Mark Hughes - who also caught the eye of his mother Sandra, albeit for a different reason

Politics

23 hours ago Sir Ben Wallace says SAS must live within rule of law after murder pass claims

The former defence secretary said it was ‘absolutely’ essential the Afghanistan Inquiry got definitive answers over whether murders took place.

Society

12 hours ago Marcus Rashford transfer might pave the way for Liverpool £42m surprise in January

The latest Manchester United transfer news as Marcus Rashford's exit may help the dominos fall in favour of rivals Liverpool

Economics

14 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

6 hours ago Women are missing out on crucial cardiac diagnoses due to outdated guidelines aimed at men, study suggests

Women are missing out on crucial cardiac diagnoses due to outdated guidelines aimed at men, a study suggests.

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

13 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

14 hours ago Man Utd sent 'pure profit' message amid Kobbie Mainoo to Chelsea transfer links

The England star is reportedly unhappy with terms for a new contract

Sport

6 hours ago Black men are in disproportionate danger of dying from prostate cancer because of outdated NHS guidelines, charity warns

Prostate Cancer UK says ministers have a 'moral imperative' to change the rules so GPs can proactively speak to at risk groups about screening for the disease.

Events

3 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

14 hours ago Marks and Spencer's 'rainproof' wax jacket for women of all ages looks a lot like £329 Barbour version

The 'trending' M&S jacket looks a lot more expensive than its modest price tag

Economics

15 hours ago Arsenal braced for Oleksandr Zinchenko exit as Mikel Arteta plots transfer raid

Oleksandr Zinchenko has plummeted down the pecking order at Arsenal this season, with the left-back now heading for a departure from the Gunners in the January transfer window

Sport

7 hours ago Songwriter Diane Warren says house of 30 years destroyed in Californian wildfire

US actress Mandy Moore said her children’s school had been destroyed in the blaze.

Events

5 hours ago Man Utd transfer news: PSG star 'wants' Red Devils move as Marcus Rashford exit talks held

Manchester United boss Ruben Amorim is keen for signings in January amid links with Nuno Mendes, while Marcus Rashford and Antony could potentially be on the way out of Old Trafford

Politics

15 hours ago Cyriel Dessers sees Rangers transfer escape route open up as Italian strugglers 'evaluate' bargain buy

The frontman is struggling for regular game time at Ibrox this term

Economics

16 hours ago 10 Scotland players to watch in January transfer window including possible Celtic, Rangers and Hearts moves

Steve Clarke squad members to keep an eye on this month

Sport

8 hours ago National Galleries warns flagship attractions face closure over 'seismic' £40m funding crisis

Bosses say £40m is needed to secure the future of Scotland’s national art collection

Events

8 hours ago Transfer news LIVE! Tottenham want Rashford; Arsenal suffer Williams blow; Man United, Liverpool latest

Premier League giants look to strengthen in January

Politics

15 hours ago Mason Greenwood's rocketing transfer price could leave Man United with £4.5m hole

Mason Greenwood left Manchester United to join Marseille last summer but the Premier League outfit could still profit from any future move by the player

Economics

17 hours ago Three Man Utd players they're desperate to axe as major January transfer issue exposed

Few will be exempt from Manchester United's proposed fire sale as Sir Jim Ratcliffe looks to slash costs and boost Ruben Amorim's transfer kitty with a major overhaul at Old Trafford

Sport

9 hours ago Migrant exploitation is a progressive issue. That’s why we will now take the toughest steps ever to stop it | David Lammy

Our new sanctions regime targets those profiting from irregular migration and organised immigration crime. We must be focused and smartIn January 1946, the foreign secretary, Ernest Bevin, stared into the geopolitical fog. The second world war had only just ended. The cold war, which would last more than four decades, was only just beginning. It was hard to see six months, let alone six years ahead.But Bevin did not sit waiting for the fog to clear. He was a minister of action, who saw that what matters is not just what Britain says, but what it does. What matters is not just what Britain wants, but what it builds. What matters is having a strategy. This is why Clement Attlee’s 1945 general election manifesto was called Let Us Face the Future.David Lammy is British foreign secretaryDo you have an opinion on the issues raised in this article? If you would like to submit a response of up to 300 words by email to be considered for publication in our letters section, please click here. ...

Events

8 hours ago Three former education ministers lambast Labour's plan to undo academy school freedoms

Three former education secretaries and a Labour grandee lambasted the party's plan to undo academy school freedoms last night.

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

17 hours ago Kobbie Mainoo's famous brother amid transfer links away from Manchester United

Kobbie Mainoo is facing an uncertain future at Manchester United

Sport

9 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

9 hours ago BBC The Traitors fans call for a 'truce' to vote out 'evil' competitor after elimination

Kas was eliminated from the show after a group vote

Politics

16 hours ago London mayor’s £24m fares cut on Fridays made ‘no noticeable difference’ – TfL

Sir Sadiq Khan hailed the trial as ‘groundbreaking’ when it was launched in March last year.

Economics

18 hours ago Nuno Mendes to Manchester United: Ruben Amorim facing 'stumbling block' over key transfer target

Red Devils identify ideal first new signing under Portuguese boss

Sport

9 hours ago Ringleaders of human trafficking gangs behind 'small boats' Channel crossings to be targeted by new sanctions

Foreign Secretary David Lammy announced the crackdown as the Government steps up action to try to reduce the number of people risking their lives in unseaworthy vessels to reach Britain

Events

9 hours ago The Traitors viewers left fuming after 'the nation's sweetheart' Kas is banished after being 'ostracised and bullied out' by cast as fans declare he 'deserved better'

The latest episode of the hit BBC show saw the emotional moment that the doctor, 33, was sent home after receiving the most number of votes at the round table.

Politics

17 hours ago Doughnut Time UK slammed for 'sneakily' rebranding after 'ripping off' black female founder's business

The company, which was originally founded by Australian entrepreneur Damian Griffiths in 2014, closed its 13 UK stores at the end of last month amid growing backlash online.

Economics

20 hours ago Manchester United know who to blame if they are forced into transfer decision fans will hate

Man Utd are having to consider offers for every player in their squad in a bid to raise funds and it means academy stars such as Kobbie Mainoo or Alejandro Garnacho could depart.

Sport

9 hours ago UK plans world’s first sanctions regime tackling people smuggling gangs

Sir Keir Starmer said the move would cripple the ‘illicit finance rings’ powering people smuggling operations.

Events

9 hours ago BBC The Traitors host confirms former star's major update since leaving series

The former Traitors star has shared some happy news just after she was axed from the show in a brutal decision

Politics

17 hours ago Ruben Amorim one transfer away from completing Man United's Randal Kolo Muani deal

Latest Manchester United transfer news as a new team enters the race for Marcus Rashford that could make Ruben Amorim's January transfer window

Economics

21 hours ago Peter Hain urges South Africa to boycott Afghanistan game at Champions Trophy

Anti-apartheid campaigner plea to governing bodyWomen’s cricket team disbanded under Taliban ruleThe veteran anti-apartheid campaigner Peter Hain has called on Cricket South Africa to challenge the ban on women’s and girl’s cricket in Afghanistan before next month’s Champions Trophy.In a letter seen by the Guardian, Lord Hain urges the Cricket South Africa’s chief executive, Pholetsi Moseki, to take up the issue with the International Cricket Council before South Africa’s Champions Trophy match against Afghanistan in Karachi. In a particularly striking passage, Hain also draws direct parallels with the struggle of black and brown players under apartheid with the Taliban’s oppression of women’s rights in Afghanistan. Continue reading...

Sport

10 hours ago BBC Strictly Come Dancing's Dianne Buswell admits being told she's 'not good enough' as statement 'hits home'

The professional dancer made an emotional admission

Events

9 hours ago Major change to small boats clampdown to treat smugglers like Russian oligarchs

Foreign Secretary David Lammy will unveil new plans to seize millions of pounds in assets from people smuggling gangs - making the UK the first country in the world to do so

Politics

18 hours ago Amazon launches 'cheapest' meal deal as it joins Iceland and Poundland

Amazon Fresh stores use Amazon's Just Walk Out technology, which allows customers to walk out of the store without queuing at the till or using a self-service checkout

Economics

21 hours ago Peter Hain urges South Africa to protest Afghanistan game at Champions Trophy

Anti-apartheid campaigner plea to governing bodyWomen’s cricket team disbanded under Taliban ruleThe veteran anti-apartheid campaigner Peter Hain has called on Cricket South Africa to challenge the ban on women’s and girl’s cricket in Afghanistan. In a letter seen by the Guardian, Lord Hain urges the Cricket South Africa’s chief executive, Pholetsi Moseki, to take up the issue with the International Cricket Council before South Africa’s Champions Trophy match against Afghanistan in Karachi on 21 February.In a particularly striking passage, Hain draws a direct parallel of apartheid with the Taliban’s oppression of women’s rights in Afghanistan. “Having struggled long and hard for black and brown cricketers to represent their country like whites did exclusively for nearly a century, I hope that post-apartheid South African cricket will press for similar rights for all women in world cricket,” Hain tells Moseki. “Will South African cricket please raise the plight of Afghan women cricke...

Sport

10 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

9 hours ago Premier League legend 'had pot belly and loved any beer but was totally gifted'

David Silva was a phenomenal footballer - and he would strike fear into Premier League defences at his best - but, according to some team-mates, he was an even better drinker

Politics

19 hours ago Aldi's new £25 gadget 'effortlessly' soothes babies struggling to get to sleep

The supermarket is launching its January Baby Event, offering a wide range of products for parents and families

Economics

21 hours ago Call of Duty players leave Black Ops 6 ahead of Season 2 but it's not all bad news

Call of Duty Black Ops 6 has seen a 50% drop in its player base since launch, lagging behind Modern Warfare 3's retention numbers — here's what we know

Sport

10 hours ago Reason Peaky Blinders fans are convinced Mr Tumble is a 'missing Shelby brother'

Fans of the Peaky Blinders are convinced that Mr Tumble is a long lost Shelby brother after a strange link between the BBC drama series and CBeebies' iconic Something Special character have come to light

Events

9 hours ago BBC The Repair Shop wows viewers with mesmerising restoration of the 'smallest' dictionary ever handled

The Repair Shop viewers were in awe as expert Chris Shaw restored a tiny dictionary during the latest episode of the BBC show, with some branding the repair 'mesmerising'

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

22 hours ago Transfer news LIVE! Sacking imminent; Mainoo to Chelsea; Arsenal want Williams; Rashford talks; Man Utd latest

Premier League giants look to strengthen in January

Sport

10 hours ago BBC The Traitors fans left fuming as they demand 'uncloaked reaction' after brutal murder

Fans were shocked to see the Traitors savagely dump Faithful Maia, who helped them banish her Traitor sister Armani in the final instalment last week

Events

10 hours ago The Traitors fans fume as Faithful Kas is banished after being 'bullied and ostracised' by the group and declare he 'deserved better'

The latest episode of the hit BBC show saw the emotional moment that the doctor, 33, was sent home after receiving the most number of votes at the round table.

Politics

19 hours ago Man United have nobody to blame for Kobbie Mainoo nightmare amid £890k

Latest Manchester United transfer news as contracts offered to players in recent years mean Kobbie Mainoo could leave the club

Economics

22 hours ago Volcanoes, mountain peaks, smoke machines and strobe lighting: Inside Tiger Woods' new indoor TGL golf league

Tomorrow’s Golf League launched last night in Florida

Sport

10 hours ago BBC The Traitors fans left fuming as they demand reaction after brutal murder

Fans were shocked to see the Traitors savagely dump Faithful Maia, who helped them banish her Traitor sister Armani in the final instalment last week

Events

10 hours ago Two Traitors contestants return after being kicked off train in first episode

Contestants Fozia, Alexander and Jack were revealed suspended in cages in a forest during Wednesday’s episode.

Politics

20 hours ago Are WFH Fridays here to stay? Sadiq Khan's £24m cheap fares plan to lure Londoners back to the office 'flops'

Now London mayor suggests offering free coffees to passengers after scrapping of peak fares made ‘no difference’ to Friday commutes

Economics

22 hours ago Alexander Isak shows Arsenal what they desperately need as transfer calls grow louder

The Gunners were again wasteful in front of goal in a growing concern for Mikel Arteta

Sport

10 hours ago Moment MPs reject Conservative bid to launch another grooming gang inquiry

MPs rejected a Conservative bid to push for another national inquiry into grooming gangs by 364 votes to 111 in a vote in the House of Commons on Wednesday, 8 January.

Events