22 minutes ago Gas supplies are 'concerningly low' and UK narrowly avoided POWER CUTS amid fears Labour's Net Zero will put the lights out during

The icy weather over the last few days has seen demand for gas-fired power station balloon, with energy firm Centrica saying Britain could run out of gas reserves in days.

Politics

55 minutes ago Spending less time on X (Twitter) has 'vastly improved my mental health', says Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy

The Cabinet minister said that reducing her time on Twitter meant she also better understood ‘what really matters to the country’

Society

38 minutes ago Early ‘forever chemicals’ exposure could impact economic success in adulthood – study

Those who lived in regions with firefighting training areas earned about 1.7% less later in life, research showsEarly life exposure to toxic PFAS “forever chemicals” could impact economic success in adulthood, new first-of-its-kind research suggests.The Iowa State University and US Census Bureau working paper compared the earnings, college graduation rates, and birth weights of two groups of children – those raised around military installations that had firefighting training areas, and those who lived near bases with no fire training site. Continue reading...

Economics

22 hours ago Fans of Playing Nice should watch this 'emotionally devastating' drama starring British A

If you have not yet watched this compelling series, you are in for a treat. The four-part drama, which originally aired in 2019, is simply unmissable

Sport

17 minutes ago Energy warning issued as UK has ‘concerningly low’ levels of gas due to extreme cold

The warning comes from British Gas owner Centrica, who said today that the UK now has less than a week's worth of gas demand in store

Events

6 hours ago ITV Good Morning Britain's Kate Garraway announces 'breaking news' minutes into show

Good Morning Britain's Kate Garraway announced 'breaking news' minutes into Friday's episode amid the devastating California wildfires

Culture

3 hours ago Largest ever protein study set to revolutionise cancer and dementia tests

Tens of millions of pounds in investment is being provided by the group of firms which includes AstraZenecaa and Pfizer

Science

52 minutes ago Expert shares essential checklist to prevent costly boiler repairs this winter

As the Met Office issued further severe weather warnings this week with more snow and ice on the way, nearly seven in 10 Brits say boiler breakdown is their 'biggest fear'

Politics

21 hours ago Doctors urge Brits to add 10 more grams of this key food for better health

It can help balance your diet and feel healthier this year, according to experts

Society

73 minutes ago What IS going wrong with the UK economy? How a spike in debt servicing costs threatens to derail Labour as 'Stagflation' fears mount... and Pound is branded the 'Great British Peso'

A major plank of Keir Starmer's pitch at the election was that Labour would bring much-needed stability to the UK economy.

Economics

22 hours ago Playing Nice fans won't want to miss 'riveting and heartbreaking' TV show starring British A

Stephen Graham and Shane Meadows' The Virtues is an emotional four-part series that is still being talked about years after its release

Sport

32 minutes ago Czech suspect arrested over murder of Brit, 37, whose body was found in lemon grove days after he vanished in Benidorm is hauled to court in handcuffs

The 32-year-old scowled as he was led into the court building in the Costa Blanca town of Torrevieja flanked by two armed police officers.

Events

20 hours ago How to watch the Xbox Developer Direct 2025 showcase and what to expect

Doom: The Dark Ages and South of Midnight will lead the event, but a mystery game could steal the show

Culture

13 hours ago World’s largest proteins study ‘invaluable’ for understanding disease – experts

The scaled-up project is backed by a consortium of 14 pharmaceutical firms.

Science

68 minutes ago Drew McIntyre in his own words: Here are 13 fascinating quotes from the Scottish WWE wrestling star

Scottish wrestling star Drew McIntyre is never short of something entertaining to say.

Politics

21 hours ago UK weather live: Britain braces for coldest night of winter so far with temperatures to drop as low as

The warning for snow comes amid continued weather disruption at airports and schools across the UK

Society

1 hour ago Dine out for under £20: 10 of London's very best meals for an austere January

From British-Italian comfort food to proper Malaysian laksa, here’s where to eat out on a budget

Economics

62 minutes ago Students warned to avoid popular studying method that 'sets you up to fail'

From mocks at school to students doing tests to having refreshers at work, there are all sorts of things people have to study for, and it's that time of year again

Events

20 hours ago When is Babygirl in UK cinemas, can it be streamed, and what do the critics say?

The film received all the hype at the Venice Film Festival

Culture

21 hours ago Scientists prize neutrality – that doesn’t cut it any more. In 2025, they must fully back the climate movement | Bill McGuire and Roger Hallam

With 2024 set to go down as the hottest year on record, we know that what is coming is truly horrifyingThe past 12 months have seen our world enter new territory. Last year will go down as the first time that the global average temperature exceeded 1.5C above preindustrial times over a calendar year. We could crash permanently through the 1.5C guardrail within the next five years, and shatter the 2C limit as soon as 2034. This will almost certainly result in the tipping points for collapse of the Greenland and west Antarctic ice sheets being crossed, committing us to the drowning of coastal towns and cities.In years to come, we will look back at this time and ask the same question that future generations will ask: why didn’t we stop this catastrophe?Bill McGuire is professor emeritus of geophysical and climate hazards at UCL and author of Hothouse Earth: an Inhabitant’s GuideRoger Hallam is co-founder of Extinction Rebellion, Insulate Britain and Just Stop Oil Continue reading...

Science

74 minutes ago Which? reveals what REALLY happens when you lose your phone on a plane

Undercover investigators at the consumer rights company purchased four iPhones and deliberately left them on flights with four major UK carriers: British Airways, easyJet, Jet2 and Ryanair.

Politics

23 hours ago British Airways frequent flyers react to controversial Executive Club changes

Plane Talk: ’Spend, spend, spend’ is the message from BA to passengers who crave elite status with the airline

Society

2 hours ago The two benefits that could boost your income by nearly £10,000 in 2025

Brits are being urged to check if they are eligible for the means-tested benefit

Economics

71 minutes ago Warning issued over 'concerningly low' gas levels amid fears ice blast will send temperatures plunging to

The icy weather over the last few days has seen demand for gas-fired power station balloon, with energy firm Centrica saying Britain could run out of gas reserves in days.

Events

29 hours ago Good Morning Britain announces 'breaking news' just minutes into ITV show

Good Morning Britain presenters Ranvir Singh and Ed Balls reported 'breaking news' about wildfires in Hollywood just minutes into the show on Thursday

Culture

26 hours ago Patients in chairs ‘day and night’ and physio gym turned into ward, say doctors

The Royal College of Physicians has published accounts from doctors on the front line talking about the crisis in NHS hospitals.

Science

75 minutes ago UK weather: Arctic blast leaves this month odds on to be coldest January ever recorded

Brits have endured a chilly snap to the first days of 2025 with some bookmakers expecting a distinct possibility that this January could be the coldest on record

Politics

25 hours ago Livid This Morning fans all have the same complaint as Britain's biggest family the Radfords share plans for plush holiday for mum Sue's 50th

Noel, 54, Sue, 49, their 22 children and their grandchildren joined Cat Deeley and Ben Shephard on the sofa to chat about their new TV show 22 Kids And A Wedding.

Society

4 hours ago Culture Secretary says England cricket match against Afghanistan SHOULD go ahead as a boycott over Taliban's 'medieval' treatment of women would be 'counterproductive'

Lisa Nandy argued that a boycott of the Champions Trophy one-day game in Pakistan next month would be 'counterproductive'.

Economics

85 minutes ago Man arrested over Brit's murder hauled to Costa Blanca court in handcuffs

The hearing comes three days after a 32-year-old man was arrested on the same day John George's body was found hidden under lemon trees near a main road in Benidorm

Events

30 hours ago ITV Good Morning Britain's Ranvir Singh announces 'breaking news' minutes into show

Good Morning Britain host Ranvir Singh announced 'breaking news' minutes into Thursday's show amid the devastating California wildfires

Culture

78 minutes ago Britain’s gas storage levels ‘concerningly low’ after extreme cold, says British Gas owner

Plunging temperatures and high demand for gas-fired power stations are the main factors behind the low levels, Centrica said

Politics

25 hours ago Scientists blame a new weather phenomenon dubbed 'hydroclimate WHIPLASH' for California's devastating wildfires

As the LA wildfire is on track to be the most devastating blaze ever in Southern California , a timely new study identifies the cause.

Society

5 hours ago Ninja's Thirsti water bottle 'perfect for the gym' is £4 for shoppers who do one thing

The best selling Ninja Thirsti is leakproof and works for hot and cold drinks and now shoppers can get it at its best ever price - but only if they're quick

Economics

91 minutes ago Frazer Clarke makes Fabio Wardley trilogy claim after KO defeat to British rival

Clarke suffered a brutal defeat in the sequel with Wardley, but hopes to one day get the opportunity to square-off with his British heavyweight rival for a third time

Events

81 minutes ago American living in UK in stitches after US friends ask bizarre question about Brits

Lisa Dollan, an American woman living in the UK, posted a TikTok video to share the humorous questions she gets asked about Britain by her friends in America

Politics

29 hours ago Brit's naked body found off Thai beach after 'chasing heated argument' with man

A 28-year-old man from London was on a month-long trip to Thailand when he went missing following an argument with a man he met in a hostel – only for his naked body to be found in the sea

Society

9 hours ago MSPs 'must back private jet tax' as super rich 'burn through carbon budget in 10 days'

Oxfam Scotland says shocking milestone highlights the need for Holyrood budget to rein in lavish private jet culture amongst super-rich.

Economics

96 minutes ago Full list of UK celebrities who face losing luxury homes in Los Angeles wildfires

The Los Angeles wildfires have destroyed countless homes and has claimed the lives of at least 10 people - and the flames have also left the mansions of a number of Brits in ruins

Events

1 hour ago Dancing on Ice Odds 2025: Here are all 11 celebrities' chances of triumphing on skates

The hit STV show that sees celebs try to skate their way to victory is returning.

Politics

37 hours ago Producing food is ‘primary purpose’ of farming, Environment Secretary says

A speech by Steve Reed will outline measures to boost sector profits in the wake of protests against the Government by farmers.

Society

13 hours ago Rachel Reeves' £25bn National Insurance raid could force more than HALF of British businesses to raise prices, damning poll reveals

The figures provide the latest evidence of how firms are scrambling to respond to the tax hike and as the boss of Marks & Spencer said it would be a challenge.

Economics

2 hours ago Mark Owen among British celebrities whose homes destroyed by LA wildfires

The Los Angeles wildfires have destroyed thousands of homes and caused a death toll of at least 10 people - with that number expected to rise, and many British stars have been affected by the devastation

Events

2 hours ago Inside Babygirl star Harris Dickinson's life from YouTube start to famous girlfriend

Harris Dickinson stars alongside Nicole Kidman in the new steamy thriller Babygirl - but what else is there to know about the up-and-coming British actor?

Politics

13 hours ago More than two million train tickets to be discounted during sale next week

Cheaper Advance and Off-Peak tickets will be available to buy in the rail sale between January 14 and 20.

Economics

2 hours ago Alzheimer’s could be diagnosed 10 years earlier after world’s largest blood proteins study

UK based project could pave way for blood tests to detect diseases years before diagnosis

Events

2 hours ago Exact date you'll see results from working out, according to gym expert

A YouGov survey last year revealed that more than two-thirds (70 per cent) of Brits abandon their resolutions within a first month, with 13 per cent giving up after just one week.

Politics

14 hours ago Dragons' Den's Joe Wicks brought to tears by pitch as he invests in gym kit business

Joe Wicks appeared as a guest panellist on Dragons' Den on Thursday 9 January

Economics

3 hours ago Dua Lipa is forced to flee LA following a 'scary couple of days' while fellow Brits James Bourne, Mark Owen and TOWIE legend spark concern amid wildlife horror

The British-Albanian singer, 29, Busted's James Bourne, Take That's Mark Owen and TOWIE legend Liam 'Gatsby' Blackwell have all had to evacuate as the wildfires continue to sweep through LA.

Events

2 hours ago Chappell Roan as the Sound of 2025? The BBC has shown itself to be completely irrelevant

The artist is wonderful, but she’s not exactly up-and-coming anymore. Give the award to somebody that needs it!

Politics

15 hours ago Joe Wicks invests thousands in gym kit business after pitch brings him to tears

Joseph Keegan was the first in the den to pitch his BodyXcore agility kit, promoted as a portable ‘gym-in-a-bag’, which caught Wicks’ attention.

Economics

3 hours ago UK weather maps: Long range forecasts reveal exact date huge snowbomb to hit Britain

The UK has been under a barrage of severe weather conditions, with the Met Office covering much of the country with yellow weather warnings due to ice and snow

Events

2 hours ago Britain came 'unsettlingly close' to rolling power cuts this week, reveals ex

Britain should brace for blackouts as the country becomes increasingly reliant on renewable energy, a former Cabinet minister has warned. Lord Frost raised fears about the net-zero crusade.

Politics

19 hours ago Bloke arrested after £1m cannabis farm found in house on quiet UK street

A man in Greater Manchester was arrested after cops swooped on a property in a sleepy British street - cops conducted a search warrant in relation to a suspected cannabis farm

Economics

3 hours ago Los Angeles fires: All the celebrities who have lost their homes from Britney Spears to Anthony Hopkins

The LA fires have destroyed a huge amount of homes belonging to the rich and famous in California

Events

2 hours ago Minister rejects Andy Burnham’s call for new national grooming gangs inquiry

Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy said she disagreed with the mayor for Greater Manchester, who has expressed his support for a fresh investigation.

Politics

20 hours ago The tiny beach hut on sale for the same price as a family home: Wooden cabin in Britain's beach hut property hotspot hits the market for £450,000

Mudeford Spit in Christchurch Harbour, Dorset, has emerged as one of the most desirable addresses for buyers seeking out picturesque coastal locations.

Economics

3 hours ago Suicidal behaviour found to be more common among construction workers in new study

Cleaners, sanitation workers, and fast food workers were also at higher risk of taking their own life, according to researchers

Events

2 hours ago Is Drew McIntyre Scottish? WWE wrestler's background, net worth, real name, wife, career and titles

WWE looks likely to reach new levels of popularity thanks to a new TV deal - so get ready to meet your favourite wrestler.

Politics

20 hours ago How RMT union baron Mick Lynch earned nearly £1million in salary and benefits over last decade while wreaking rail misery for millions of Brits

Mick Lynch - famously dubbed 'The Hood' after the Thunderbirds character - is retiring as general secretary of the RMT. He enjoyed a total remuneration and benefits of £127,339 in 2023 alone.

Economics

4 hours ago Kate Garraway issues 'breaking news' update on GMB as stars' homes destroyed in California wildfires

Kate Garraway and Paul Brand issued a breaking news update on Friday's Good Morning Britain amid the deadly California wildfires, with at least 10 people killed.

Events

3 hours ago Good Morning Britain's Kate Garraway halts show for 'breaking news' in opening minutes

Good Morning Britain presenter Kate Garraway was back on our screens on Friday morning alongside co-host Paul Brand to deliver the latest news from the UK and around the world

Politics

20 hours ago RICHARD LITTLEJOHN: Have I got a deal for you, Donald... forget Greenland and buy Britain instead!

Donald Trump says he wants to buy Greenland. Elon Musk wants to buy Liverpool FC, according to his dad. But why stop there, chaps? Have I got a deal for you.

Economics

4 hours ago Drinking coffee in the morning could reduce risk of death and heart disease, study finds

More than a thirdof those taking part were morning coffee drinkers

Events

3 hours ago Afghanistan cricket match should go ahead, Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy says

MPs and peers have called for the ECB to boycott the fixture in objection to the Taliban’s ongoing assault on women’s rights in the country.

Politics

20 hours ago Why Sting, Bob Geldof and £200 billion of British businesses are teaming up in Edinburgh

“The British Business Awards is a vital event. For one night, the leaders of British business will come together in Edinburgh to celebrate success and make a difference. I look forward to seeing you on the night” - Bob Geldof

Economics

4 hours ago UK snow and ice warnings still in place for millions of Brits after week of Arctic misery

Temperatures have plummeted to minus double digits in some parts of the country, with Brits in five different regions being warned to look out for icy patches on roads and pavements

Events

3 hours ago Emma Raducanu bitten by 'jumping ants' but refuses to treat wounds due to doping test fears

British tennis star Emma Raducanu's preparations for the Australian Open were disrupted when she was bitten during time off from practice in Melbourne - just days out from the tournament

Politics

20 hours ago Brits 'paying price for Labour's bungled Budget': Reeves warned money from tax hikes will have to go on servicing debt after markets turn on UK

Sterling tumbled to its lowest level against the US dollar for over a year this morning as investors continued to push up risk premium on UK gilts - the way the state finances its activities.

Economics

5 hours ago At last! Fashion is making bags for women who work, not just ladies who lunch | Jessica Cartner

My work bag is closer in scale to a laundry basket than the tiny handbags clutched by modelsFashion sometimes excludes people on grounds that are truly nasty and toxic and which reflect and drive fundamental problems in our culture: race, weight, wealth. So I hesitate to bring up what I’m about to say because it is small-fry compared with those issues. What I want to talk about today is not, in the scheme of things, any kind of hard luck story. But I am going to bring it up anyway.The microaggression for which I would like to call out fashion, today, is for all the times it has made me feel excluded because my handbag is inelegantly big and heavy. I have quite often felt like a no-hope outcast from glamour, on the grounds that the outfits fashion celebrates on catwalks or billboards or red carpets feature a handbag no bigger than a hardback novel, while the bag I carry to the office and back every day is closer in scale to a laundry basket. Continue reading...

Events

3 hours ago Britney Spears' ex Sam Asghari grilled on The Traitors US by fellow celebrity contestant

Britney Spears's estranged husband Sam Asghari was grilled about the pop star on The Traitors US this week as he was asked whether she watches The Real Housewives

Politics

22 hours ago Iconic British bike manufacturer suffers record £30million loss as cycling demand returns to pre

An iconic Nottingham-based bike brand has suffered record losses as the industry continues to suffer a post-pandemic plunge in demand.

Economics

6 hours ago Heir to billionaire Pakistan business dynasty killed in Titan sub disaster left his wife less than £100k in Britain after dying without valid UK will, documents show

EXC: The Pakistanni multi-millionaire, 48, and his 19-year-old son Suleman were two of the five victims killed instantly when the OceanGate submersible suffered a 'catastrophic implosion'.

Events

3 hours ago Lisa Nandy rejects calls for England to boycott Afghanistan cricket match

UK culture secretary says it should go ahead despite pressure for it to be cancelled over Taliban’s treatment of womenUK politics live – latest updatesEngland should be allowed to play next month’s cricket game against Afghanistan, the UK culture and sport secretary has said, despite calls for a boycott over the Taliban government’s treatment of women.Lisa Nandy on Friday backed a decision by the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) to allow the game to go ahead, saying that cancelling it would “deny sports fans the opportunity that they love”. Continue reading...

Politics

22 hours ago Work and study visa applications drop 42% since restrictions introduced

Provisional Home Office figures show 547,000 applications were received between April and December 2024, down from 942,500 in the same period in 2023.

Economics

6 hours ago Mel Gibson: My home of over a decade burned down during Joe Rogan podcast

The Mad Max star described the loss as ’emotional’ and ‘devastating’.

Events

4 hours ago We don’t need to worry about rise in borrowing costs, minister insists

Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy sought to reassure Britons about turbulence in the markets.

Politics

23 hours ago Britain's favourite meal deal combo revealed as 'gross' snack tops poll

Squeamish office workers were left with the bitter taste in their mouth by the United Kingdom's new favourite lunchtime snack - the, dreaded by some, boiled egg pot

Economics

7 hours ago Tesco issues price rise warning as popular shopping items set to go up

The British Retail Consortium (BRC) said there there is "little hope" of food prices "going anywhere but up" in the second half of 2025

Events