12 minutes ago Labour ministers launch ticket price cap probe after Oasis reunion tour debacle which saw seats being sold for 40 times their face value by touts

Ministers have also put out a 'call for evidence' about the controversial practice of 'dynamic pricing' on official ticketing sites, which caused fury during the summer when tickets went on sale.

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6 hours ago Inside Russian spy's Norfolk guesthouse: Jurors are shown images of Great Yarmouth hotel rooms crammed with surveillance equipment as court hears he boasted about being like James Bond's 'Q'

Orlin Roussev, 46, boasted to his controller that he was becoming like the 007 character as he prepared his spying 'toys' for kidnap and surveillance operations across Europe.

Society

44 minutes ago Man Utd transfer news: Marcus Rashford swap deal as Casemiro closes in on big

Manchester United are set for a busy January transfer window, with Ruben Amorim's squad in desperate need of a major overhaul amid an awful start to his reign as manager

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5 hours ago The Traitors fans brand contestants 'the worst Faithfuls in history' who are 'tearing each other apart from the inside' as Tyler is banished from castle

The Traitors viewers have labelled this year's contestants as ''the worst Faithfuls ever' after they once again failed to suss out a Traitor.

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74 minutes ago I'm with the world's oddest collection of refugees fleeing a Mad Max hellscape into LA's five

The Peninsula Hotel in Beverly Hills is rammed. As Los Angeles is engulfed by fire, the Hollywood Hills are emptying into it. With nothing to do but sit it out, the bar is heaving.

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10 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

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15 hours ago South Lanarkshire University Health and Social Care Partnership appoint new associate medical director

Dr Jennifer Gibson has a "wealth of experience in primary care, cancer care, and palliative medicine".

Science

10 hours ago Car thief drives off with owner hanging out of vehicle in desperate bid to stop him

She was nearly dragged underneath the wheels as she tried to prevent Carl Hunt driving away in her Nissan Note

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1 hour ago TOM UTLEY: I dream of wolfing down a full English. So why do I only have coffee and cigarettes for breakfast every day?

For me, the great joy of staying in a rural B&B or country hotel is the thought of a slap-up full English breakfast in the morning. The thought of it, mind, but never the reality.

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11 hours ago English teacher arrested for sick relationship with child she met at same school

Mika Yoneda was arrested after authorities received a report of a 'sexual' teacher-student relationship at North Monterey County High School – where she worked as an English teacher and private tutor

Society

44 minutes ago Ruben Amorim gets 'dream' Man United transfer chance as Marcus Rashford swap deal emerges

Latest Manchester United transfer news and gossip with updates on Napoli forward Khvicha Kvaratskhelia and Galatasaray striker Victor Osimhen

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9 hours ago Do FA Cup third round games go to extra time or replays? Competition rules explained

There will be no replays in the third round of the FA Cup after the Football Association agreed a controversial deal with the Premier League over scheduling

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3 hours ago Urgent manhunt after woman attacked by 'bull dog type' as owner flees scene

A woman, in her 40s, was bitten on the leg in South Shields by a "bull dog type" breed and Northumbria Police is now appealing to the public to try and track down the owner

Events

11 hours ago Christie’s auction showcases style of centenarian fashion muse Iris Apfel

Lots include her trademark oversize glasses as well as outfits from Miu Miu and Dior and lifesize ostrich sculptureIris Apfel, perhaps the world’s first centenarian style icon, died last year at the age of 102. Now her clothes, art and furniture are set to be sold at Christie’s later this month in an online auction titled Unapologetically Iris.Anyone familiar with Apfel and her “more is more” style would know that it began with her trademark owl-like glasses. There are 18 pairs for sale here, with square, round and sparkly designs included. Continue reading...

Culture

16 hours ago Energy switching checklist provides essential steps for people trying to lower winter fuel bills

Advice Direct Scotland is urging people not to rush into switching energy suppliers without making several checks first.

Science

3 hours ago Sir Alex Ferguson's son slammed after denying Ashley Young's son chance to make history

Ashley Young, 39, did not get to play against his 18-year-old son Tyler in Everton's FA Cup tie against Peterborough after the teenager was not brought off the bench by manager Darren Ferguson

Politics

14 hours ago Transfer news LIVE: Man Utd offered Rashford swap, Arsenal want Brentford star, Man City agree deal

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

Society

1 hour ago Why Man City are spending £50m on Omar Marmoush: The Mo Salah similarities, his free

TOM COLLOMOSSE: Marinakis should feel very happy with his recent transfer business but the Nottingham Forest owner must wince every time he hears the name of City's next £50million striker.

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14 hours ago Arsenal: Jason Ayto gets chance to stake claim for sporting director job after Mikel Arteta backing

Edu’s interim replacement could strengthen his hopes of permanent promotion as he leads search for much-needed attacking reinforcements

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3 hours ago Poland promises Benjamin Netanyahu free rein on its soil to commemorate Auschwitz liberation anniversary and vows to protect him despite war crimes warrant

The Polish government has vowed to allow Israeli prime minister Benjamin Netanyahu to freely visit the nation for the 80th anniversary of the liberation of Auschwitz-Birkenhau

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7 hours ago Claudia Winkleman reveals what really happened at Strictly hotel during Blackpool week

Claudia Winkleman sat down with Kathy Burke for her When There's A Will There's A Wake and discussed a spontaneous night after a Strictly show in Blackpool

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15 hours ago Transfer news LIVE: Man Utd’s Rashford offered surprise move, Arsenal want Brentford star, Man City agree deal

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

Society

4 hours ago Marcus Rashford one step away from Man Utd exit as forward flies out to complete deal

Marcus Rashford's representatives have been in Italy this week trying to thrash out a loan move for the Manchester United striker and there has been significant movement

Economics

17 hours ago Transfer news LIVE! Arsenal want Mbeumo, Araujo bid; Nuno Mendes to Man Utd; deal agreed; Chelsea latest

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

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4 hours ago Burned homes and rattled nerves: Altadena residents grapple with toll of deadly LA blaze

Intense winds scattered embers across huge swaths of land, burning down some houses while leaving some unscathedTell us: how have the California wildfires affected you?Ash was falling gently over the Historic Highlands neighborhood of Pasadena, California, on Thursday as residents began to grapple with the toll of the Eaton fire still being fought in the mountains above.This area was under an evacuation order on Wednesday, and the next day the streets were still littered with fallen branches from Tuesday night’s intense windstorm. The fire broke out early in the evening and spread rapidly amid the powerful gusts, killing at least four people and destroying more than 5,000 structures in the area, which also includes the Altadena and Sierra Madre neighborhoods. As of Thursday afternoon, the blaze had burned 13,690 acres and remained 0% contained. Continue reading...

Events

7 hours ago Russian spy found hiding in Great Yarmouth hotel 'boasted he was becoming James Bond character Q'

Russian spy Orlin Roussev compared himself to the James Bond character 'Q' as he hid in a Great Yarmouth guesthouse and prepared gadgets for kidnap and surveillance operations, a court heard

Politics

17 hours ago ‘We’re done’: Breaking Bad house owners driven away from home by fans after 52 years

New Mexico property owner has to put up with hundreds of visitors a day

Society

5 hours ago Man who sold his house to fund fitness business breaks down in tears on Dragon's Den

CEO and founder of BodyXcore Joseph Keegan from Liverpool pitched his workout kits to the dragons, including celebrity guest Joe Wicks , tonight.

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18 hours ago Transfer news LIVE! Arsenal want Mbeumo, Araujo bid; Nuno Mendes to Man Utd; deal agreed; Chelsea, latest

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

Sport

5 hours ago Identical twin killers jailed after battering grandfather to death in drug deal gone wrong

Identical twins Kailum and Kieran Nightingale, 26, have been jailed after battering father-of-nine Shane Boxall to death in his own home in row over a drug deal said to have gone wrong

Events

7 hours ago The 'dangerous' iPhone settings that are sharing your data... and how to turn them off

These little-known iPhone settings allow apps to collect, track and share your data. Here's how you can turn them off to make sure your private information is always protected.

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18 hours ago Manchester Airport LIVE delays updates after runways shut due to 'significant' snowfall

The runways have been temporarily closed as staff deal with the snow

Society

6 hours ago Kyle Walker's wife Annie Kilner makes huge decision after preparing to divorce as Saudi deal looms

Annie Kilner is said to be having second thoughts about divorcing her husband Kyle Walker – despite previously meeting with lawyers to work everything out

Economics

18 hours ago Transfer news LIVE! Arsenal want Mbeumo, Araujo bid; Man Utd agree deal; Chelsea, Tottenham latest

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

Sport

6 hours ago Otto Schenk, director known for traditional opera productions, dies at 94

Otto Schenk, an actor who became a noted director praised for traditional opera productions and criticized by advocates of contemporary approaches, died Thursday

Events

8 hours ago Donald Trump's exact words to Obama in private chat at Jimmy Carter's funeral revealed by lip

Donald Trump and Barack Obama shared a long conversation at the funeral of former President Jimmy Carter in Washington DC today - and a lipreader has now shared what they said.

Politics

22 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

7 hours ago PSG ready to deal Chelsea and Liverpool hammer blow over Khvicha Kvaratskhelia transfer

PSG are pushing hard to sign Napoli winger Khvicha Kvaratskhelia but the Georgian attacker could now become a player of real interest to Premier League clubs as it appears he could now be available this month

Economics

19 hours 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...

Sport

6 hours ago Families of 9/11 victims have waited more than two decades for closure. It could be hours away.

The highly-contested plea deal has taken its toll on the families of victims

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8 hours ago The Guardian view on Jimmy Carter’s funeral: requiem for a good man and a better era | Editorial

Five living presidents gathered at the service in Washington. They were a reminder of how much has changed in US politicsHeavy with honours, attended by all living US presidents, and swathed in public affection, Jimmy Carter received a solemn state funeral on Thursday on the kind of cold and crystalline January day at which Washington DC’s climate can excel. Within hours, though, the 39th US president’s remains were interred in a private ceremony alongside his wife Rosalynn, in the shadow of the modest house they built in 1961 in Plains, Georgia, where Mr Carter was born more than a century ago, and where he died at the end of December.This sharp juxtapositions of Mr Carter’s final day in the world’s eye were somehow appropriate. He made his home in Washington for the four years of his presidency, but his roots and heart were always in Georgia. His manifest personal decency and lack of Beltway experience made him the “not-Nixon” that the US needed after...

Politics

9 hours ago Italian mayor vows to stop sale of Neapolitan islet to wealthy speculator

Bacoli mayor says his administration wants to buy Punta Pennata and turn it into an ‘open-air museum’An Italian mayor has vowed to do everything in his power to stop Punta Pennata – a slice of island paradise close to the heart of Naples, from where a fleet departed to rescue survivors of the AD79 eruption of Mount Vesuvius – being sold to a wealthy speculator.Located within the pristine waters of Bacoli, a fishing town located in the vast volcanic area of the Campi Flegrei, and described as a “historical and natural gem”, the strip of land was put up for sale to the highest bidder this week. Continue reading...

Economics

19 hours ago History made: Habib is 1st Lebanese player in Open era to play in a Grand Slam men's singles draw

Hady Habib isn’t likely to find anything too daunting at the Australian Open now that he’s become the first Lebanese player in the Open era to reach a Grand Slam men’s singles draw

Sport

8 hours ago Brit tourists vow 'we won't be back' to holiday hotspot after 'muggers alley' warning

Brits have flocked to the holiday hotspot in search of sun and sea but some tourists have vowed they "won't be back" after being issued a warning about the town's so-called Muggers Alley

Events

9 hours ago The Best Work You May Never See: Cadbury, VCCP London, Director Steve Rogers Stir A Sweet "Memory" Connecting Father and Daughter

The Best Work You May Never See: Cadbury, VCCP London, Director Steve Rogers Stir A Sweet "Memory" Connecting Father and Daughter  SHOOT Online

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9 hours ago Scotland duo Scott McTominay and Billy Gilmour's Napoli title charge could be hijacked by huge £70m deal

French giants lining up astronomical bid for Serie A sensation

Economics

9 hours ago Liam Payne's father was told of his son's tragic death in phone call from 'friend and manager' Roger Nores who is now facing manslaughter charge, prosecution witness statement reveals

The tragic One Direction star plunged to his death from a third-floor balcony of a hotel following a drink and drugs binge.

Events

9 hours ago From Carter's funeral, an American snapshot: A singular image, 5 presidents, 379 years of history

Inside Washington National Cathedral, the five men who've occupied the Oval Office since 1993 convened for a rare moment together at Jimmy Carter’s state funeral

Politics

10 hours ago Amad signs new Man Utd deal as winger rewarded for fine start under Ruben Amorim

Amad, who has made 50 appearances for United, has been one of the players who has impressed most under new boss Ruben Amorim.

Economics

9 hours ago RuPaul's Drag Race season 17 cast pose up a storm in London ahead of annual DragCon UK

The 14 new queens posed up a storm at luxury hotel Corinthia London, after their season of the beloved reality series premiered last week.

Events

9 hours ago Rising F1 star Franco Colapinto joins Alpine after striking agreement with Williams

Franco Colapinto has left Williams for Alpine, with the 21-year-old Argentine signing on as the team's test and reserve driver for the upcoming Formula One season

Politics

10 hours ago Nike's 'comfiest' Air Max trainers slashed by 70% to £24 with Sports Direct deal

By stacking two deals, shoppers can bag a pair of Nike Air Max for less than £25

Economics

9 hours ago West Ham: Graham Potter addresses Tim Steidten role after Julen Lopetegui tension

New Hammers boss is sure he can work harmoniously alongside under-pressure technical director as he preaches need for unity

Events

10 hours ago Ant McPartlin looks blissfully happy as he struggles to keep his hands off wife Anne

The couple were seen playing in the water in front of the five-star Fairmont Royal Pavilion hotel on the western coast of the Caribbean island.

Politics

10 hours ago Another Celtic exit, Rangers eye 29y/o, Hibs deal, debut clear, grim reality for one club

The latest transfer stories across Scottish football

Economics

10 hours ago Wealthy LA residents hire private security to stop looters ransacking their abandoned homes as wildfires rage

20 people were arrested on suspicion of raiding homes in Southern California during the blazes, prompting some residents of Pacific Palisades to employ guards.

Events

11 hours ago Iceland shoppers amazed after snapping up Greggs item that isn't actually sold at Greggs

Beloved supermarket chain Iceland boasts more than 950 stores nationwide, as well as a multi-award-winning online shopping service, but it's an unexpected Greggs product that really got people talking

Politics

10 hours ago Manchester City owner spends big in historic deal for horse racing facility

Vice president of the United Arab Emirates outlays millions to secure one of the world’s most successful horse training and breeding farms

Economics

12 hours ago Striking ski patrollers at the biggest US resort return to work claiming victory

Two hundred Utah ski patrollers have ended a nearly two-week strike and returned to work at the biggest ski resort in the U.S. The union representing Park City Mountain Resort ski patrollers is claiming victory after voting Wednesday to accept a deal negotiated with Vail Resorts, the Colorado-based owner

Events

12 hours ago Royal historian reveals how Prince William breaks from tradition in sweet birthday post for Kate Middleton

Speaking to the Mirror , expert Dr Tessa Dunlop said the candid post from the Prince of Wales signals a less stoic approach from the royals than we may be used to seeing in the past.

Politics

10 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

12 hours ago M&S: Marks and Spencer warns of potential UK price hikes across food and clothing

The CEO has vowed to pass on ‘as little as possible’ in costs to customers 💸

Events

12 hours ago Xbox Developer Direct promises updates on DOOM: The Dark Ages and surprises

Xbox has a stacked 2025 lineup, and the company is preparing to reveal new information at an event later this month — here's all were expecting so far

Politics

11 hours ago Sasa Zdjelar on Rangers' 'radar' as 'real deal' Igamane told what it will take to land EPL move

Philippe Clement is desperate to add in this window and the CSKA Moscow man is the latest name linked

Economics

12 hours ago Inside Wrexham owner Rob McElhenney's glitzy LA neighbourhood as wildfires rage

Wrexham co-owner Rob McElhenney has spoken out after wildfires broke out in his Los Angeles neighbourhood, with the 'It's Always Sunny' creator confirming that his family are safe

Events

12 hours ago Farmers call Government reforms ‘load of rubbish’ as anger over tax persists

Environment Secretary Steve Reed announced the reforms as part of a ‘new deal for farmers’ on Thursday but anger over last year’s budget continues.

Politics

11 hours ago Barcelona dealt financial sucker punch as Jurgen Klopp's Red Bull empire strike Atletico Madrid deal

The energy drinks giant company blanked the Catalan club as they seek to raise funds

Economics

13 hours ago A man died defending his home with a hose. What we know about the victims of the most destructive fire in LA history

All five victims were reportedly killed in the Eaton fire that has been blazing through Altadena and Pasadena

Events

13 hours ago UK government seeks to soothe bond market nerves after borrowing costs soar

Treasury vows to stick to its fiscal rules and says gilt markets functioning ‘in an orderly way’

Politics

11 hours ago Lewis Miller closes in on Hibs contract extension as Easter Road chiefs confident over deal

The Socceroo has been in fine form and David Gray is keen to tie him down beyond the summer.

Economics

13 hours ago Russia's Greenland warning to Trump: Kremlin tells US 'we are present in the Arctic zone' and says it is 'watching' after Donald's refusal to rule out using military force to seize vast territory

Trump refused to rule out military action to take control of the Arctic island and had earlier vowed to slap high tariffs on Denmark if it refused to cede its autonomous territory.

Events

13 hours ago Meta has ‘heard the message’ from Trump, says whistleblower Frances Haugen

Mark Zuckerberg’s move to end factchecking in US reflects president-elect’s views on social media, says HaugenMark Zuckerberg has “heard the message” from Donald Trump on restricting online content, and his Meta platforms will intervene “less and less” on users during the president-elect’s administration, according to the whistleblower Frances Haugen.Haugen, who revealed the Facebook and Instagram owner’s struggles with user safety in 2021, said the US president-elect thought “the right way to run social media is with no restrictions”. Continue reading...

Politics

12 hours ago Pep Guardiola has already made feelings clear as Man United swap deal opportunity emerges

With the transfer window now firmly up and running, a swap deal that involves Manchester United and a former Manchester City player has emerged

Economics

13 hours ago Precious Scottish artworks at historic galleries face 'catastrophic' risk due to weather

The head of the National Galleries has spoken about the climate risks to the organisation’s prized collections

Events

14 hours ago National Gallery to stay open overnight to meet huge demand for Van Gogh exhibition

Tickets for night-time slots on 17 January go on sale today as gallery opens for 24 hours for just second time in its history

Politics

13 hours ago Shoppers 'get compliments' whenever they wear 'beautiful' Versace perfume now £24

The huge offer at Boots will save fans of the luxury designer fragrance money - but the deal isn't going to last forever

Economics

13 hours ago Neighbours from hell who are banned from their street for 15 years for terrorising locals with claims they sold drugs and neglected children, sell their £500,000 four

David Aston, 56, and wife Jacqueline, 58, pursued a campaign of harassment for more than three years in the seaside town of North Berwick, East Lothian.

Events

14 hours ago Who is Tyler Young? Peterborough star ready for FA Cup fairytale against father Ashley Young

Peterborough star set for history-making FA Cup fairytale against father Ashley Young

Politics

13 hours ago Luis Palma on brink of Celtic transfer exit as La Liga side poised to seal the deal

Winger Palma has been restricted to just 10 appearances in all competitions so far this season and could now be on his way to Spain

Economics

14 hours ago Antonin Kinsky makes 'risk' vow to Tottenham fans after dream debut with clean sheet against Liverpool

New signing could be set for a run in the side with Guglielmo Vicario out until late February

Events