36 minutes ago Earth records hottest year ever in 2024 and the jump was so big it breached a key threshold

Global temperatures in 2024 soared to yet another record level, but this time it was such a big jump that Earth temporarily passed a major symbolic climate threshold

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8 hours ago Met Office weather maps show when cold snap will finally come to an end

Temperatures are expected to get as low as -6C in Wales on Friday morning which coincides with another weather warning for ice

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3 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

16 hours ago How much energy does my games console use? Exact cost to run Xbox, PS5, Nintendo Switch and more

A recent analysis has revealed which gaming consoles consume the most energy.

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2 hours ago Frozen Britain wakes after 'coldest night of the winter': Warnings over

Brits will wake up to a frosty morning after sub-zero temperatures iced parts of the country in what was expected to be the coldest night of winter so far. 

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8 hours ago BBC Antiques Roadshow expert breaks down as he refuses to value item in heartbreaking show first

Antiques Roadshow expert Bill Harriman was left in tears as he read out a heartbreaking letter - and viewers flocked to social media to comment on the tragic moment

Culture

3 hours ago Surge in households seeking help with energy bills in 2024, says Citizens Advice

Citizens Advice said its staff helped the equivalent of one person every two working minutes throughout the year.

Science

40 minutes ago Hottest year on record sent planet past 1.5C of heating for first time in 2024

Highest recorded temperatures supercharged extreme weather – with worse to come, EU data shows Climate breakdown drove the annual global temperature above the internationally agreed 1.5C target for the first time last year, supercharging extreme weather and causing “misery to millions of people”.The average temperature in 2024 was 1.6C above preindustrial levels, data from the EU’s Copernicus Climate Change Service (C3S) shows. That is a jump of 0.1C from 2023, which was also a record hot year and represents levels of heat never experienced by modern humans. Continue reading...

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10 hours ago Home Heat surgery being held for worried residents at NCT Centre in Newmains

Non-profit organisation, The Wise Group, will be holding a Home Heat Surgery in the centre on Thursday, January 16, from 1pm to 3.30pm.

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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

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2 hours ago UK snow map: Where and when heavy snow, rain and flooding will hit the strongest

Heavy snow and rain causes widespread disruption as cold temperatures return this week

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11 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...

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51 minutes ago Trump reveals the 100 executive orders he plans to implement on his return to the White House

Donald Trump confirmed his immediate priorities are border security and rebuilding American energy production via 100 executive orders in a meeting with Republicans in the Senate.

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11 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

10 hours ago Firms to pass on tax hikes through lower wages in long run, Bank executive says

Sarah Breeden, the Bank’s deputy governor for financial stability, also said firms might respond to the tax rises by cutting staff or raising prices.

Economics

3 hours ago ITV Emmerdale confirm chilling car crash and frozen lake drama with several in danger

Emmerdale have shared a dramatic sneak peek at what's to come for the village this February, with a terrifying car crash and a frozen lake set to put lives at risk

Events

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

2 hours ago Elon Musk is pushing to get rid of Keir Starmer before Britain's next general election as 'he believes Western civilisation is threatened', sources close to billionaire say

The tech mogul is said to be weighing up with his allies on how the Labour government can be destabilised by the next general election .

Politics

10 hours ago Ayrshire residents struggling to pay energy debt urged to seek help as cold snap continues

Ayr MSP Siobhian Brown is urging people worried about energy debt to seek support following a Warm Homes event at the Scottish Parliament.

Economics

3 hours ago Emmerdale villagers left fighting for their lives after car plunges through frozen lake in first look at deadly winter wipeout

In the sneak peek pictures, the crew can be seen standing on the icy lake with a car stuck headfirst in to the ice.

Events

5 hours ago Democrats signal openness to Republicans’ Laken Riley Act with key vote

Bill may pass, led by Republicans, without amendments after Democratic resistance vanishes

Politics

17 hours ago Several Hollywood stars' family homes destroyed in 'unprecedented' LA wildfires

Paris Hilton and Billy Crystal are among a number of celebrities who have lost their family homes in the 'unprecedented wildfires' currently engulfing Los Angeles

Society

10 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 Civil rights groups warn Laken Riley bill could open the door to Trump’s mass deportations

Opponents call the bill a ‘slippery slope’ for Trump’s agenda and a ‘backdoor to mass detention’

Events

5 hours ago Breach in Labour armour: Reeves' October budget did nothing to fix the foundations, says ALEX BRUMMER

One can understand why the Chancellor was happy to let her chief secretary to the Treasury take the heat for the crash in confidence in gilt-edged stock and the pound.

Politics

18 hours ago UK weather live: Manchester Airport runways shut amid heavy snow as temperatures plunge to

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

Society

10 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 Embattled RFU chief executive Bill Sweeney facing calls for removal after pay storm

A rebellion from clubs is piling pressure on the CEO, who has been under fire since

Events

8 hours ago Danni Menzies slips into a skimpy red bikini in minus degree temperatures as she goes wild swimming in Scotland

The Place In The Sun, 36, host posted a video on social media showing her braving the frigid conditions after stripping down to a red bikini.

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18 hours ago Paris Hilton says she’s ‘heartbroken beyond words’ after watching home burn down on live TV

Meanwhile, Billy Crystal lost his home of 46 years in the Los Angeles wildfires

Society

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

6 hours ago Indiana man who fled to avoid prison sentence for storming Capitol is arrested in Canada

An Indiana man who fled to avoid a nine-month prison sentence for storming the U.S. Capitol has been arrested in Canada this week on the fourth anniversary of the mob’s attack

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

13 hours ago Expert reveals 'ideal temperature' to set your thermostat to in winter — it's not 17 degrees

A boiler expert warned against cranking up the heat when it is cold, sharing the 'ideal temperature' for keeping your pipes from freezing

Economics

7 hours ago Hollywood stars blast State Farm for leaving thousands without coverage amid Los Angeles fires

Hundreds of displaced Californians are now facing hefty bills to clean up and rebuild their properties after major insurance companies canceled their fire coverage last year.

Events

9 hours ago TFGM issues statement on 'frozen' pedestrian crossings 'constantly' changing traffic lights to red

Transport for Greater Manchester (TfGM) has issued a statement after motorists became stuck

Politics

13 hours ago Apply for Household Support Fund: how to apply online in 2025 as UK families to receive £500 DWP payment

Thousands of households can apply for help with food, energy, and bills 💰

Economics

8 hours ago Elon Musk 'going mad' biographer says as she warns billionaire is 'deeply unwell'

Elon Musk's biographer Seth Abramson has claimed the billionaire is "going mad" whilst managing Tesla, X, and SpaceX, and also being part of Donald Trump's transition team.

Events

10 hours ago Jimmy Carter funeral live updates: Garth Brooks performs 39th president’s favorite song as Trump, Obama share a laugh ahead of service

Bill Clinton and George W. Bush were also in attendance while Joe Biden delivered a eulogy to honor the 39th president

Politics

16 hours ago Oodie's mega sale means wearable blanket hoodies are £29 as temperatures drop

A number of the Oodie Original wearable blanket hoodies have been reduced from £65 to £29 in their winter sale - but the major price drop won't be around for long

Economics

9 hours ago Global war for control of the ARCTIC: How Russia and China are circling North's frozen expanses amid fears it will become world's new battleground

As the Arctic region undergoes changes due to climate change, the melting of the ice opens up a new frontier, unlocking untapped resources and potential new trade routes.

Events

10 hours ago Manchester United Women begin FA Cup defence as Man City aim to turn the page after defeats

The fourth round of the Women's FA Cup takes centre stage this weekend and both Man United and Manchester City will be looking to avoid upsets.

Politics

17 hours ago Energy firm breaks into widower's home to inspect smart meter: Pensioner thought he'd been 'burgled' after E.ON obtained warrant to check 'tampered' device

A widowed pensioner was left feeling like he'd been 'burgled' after energy provider E.ON sent a group of engineers along with a locksmith into his house to inspect his smart meter.

Economics

10 hours ago Rayner: I’d meet with Musk to challenge him on factually incorrect attacks

The Deputy Prime Minister suggested the billionaire should be ‘correcting the record as soon as possible’ over information shared on his X platform.

Events

11 hours ago Jimmy Carter funeral: All five living US presidents pictured together as they pay respects

President Joe Biden attended Jimmy Carter's funeral alongside Donald Trump, Barack Obama, Bill Clinton and George W. Bush, and their spouses except for Michelle Obama

Politics

17 hours ago Motorists given bizarre tea bag trick to avoid £2,500 fine this winter

A motoring expert has shared a surprising yet effective tip for drivers to prevent their car windows from misting up on cold winter mornings, without having to wait

Economics

10 hours ago Yousaf accuses Musk of using Kriss Donald murder to 'inflame racial tensions'

The former first minister previously called the tech billionaire one of the most dangerous men on the planet

Events

13 hours ago Greggs: sausage roll price as bakery chain hikes menu prices including pizza, vegan sausage roll and coffee

The UK’s biggest bakery chain has upped the price of a sausage roll - despite £2bn in revenue 🥐

Politics

18 hours ago OpenAI boss Sam Altman’s sister accuses tech billionaire of childhood sexual abuse as CEO denies claims

Altman and his family denied Ann Altman’s accusations, calling them ‘deeply hurtful and entirely untrue’

Economics

10 hours ago BRYONY GORDON: I'm sick of sanctimonious wellness bores. They claim we're swimming in a toxic soup... but I know what really drives their obsession

Like any sane person living on the frozen islands of Britain, I'd been looking forward to the first Sunday roast of the year from the moment my breath had begun to mist up.

Events

13 hours ago Bond market turmoil eases as Treasury minister says ‘no need’ for government intervention – business live

Lib Dems say chancellor should stay and make emergency fiscal statement and also cancel planned national insurance hikeReeves’ fiscal rules non-negotiable in face of bond sell-off, deputy tells MPsLiz Truss sends legal letter ordering Starmer to stop saying she crashed economyRachel Reeves says she has ‘iron grip’ on finances as borrowing costs surgeThe drop in the pound may make it trickier for the Bank of England to lower interest rates as soon as hoped in 2025.Two two quarter-point cuts to Bank Rate are priced in for this year, bringing rates down from 4.75% to 4.25% by December, but the odds on a cut as soon as February have dipped slightly this week.“With sterling weakening, that meant growing questions were asked about whether the Bank of England could cut rates as fast as expected.“Indeed, investors dialled back their expectations for rate cuts this year by four and a half basis points compared to the previous day, so they now only see 48.5 basis points by the December meetin...

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18 hours ago People struggling with energy bills urged to claim up to £2,000 in financial help this winter

The British Gas Energy Trust has two energy support funds open for customers and those with other suppliers.

Economics

11 hours ago Rescuers searching Dolomites for missing Brit hiker 'find his glasses' near spot where they discovered pal's body as search is paused due to avalanche fears

Aziz Ziritat, 36, and his friend Samuel Harris, 35, both from London, were hiking in the Dolomites in northern Italy but they had not been heard from since 2.20pm on New Year's Day.

Events

14 hours ago Dermatologist shares three common winter habits to avoid for better skin health

Dr Aamna Adel has explained in an Instagram reel why she would never do three things in winter that many people do. However, not everyone was a fan of the dermatologist's suggestions

Politics

18 hours ago Greggs hikes price of sausage rolls again as customers say 'it's disgraceful'

It marks the second time in six months that bakery chain Greggs has upped the price of its sausage roll, after it rose from £1.25 from £1.20 last year

Economics

11 hours ago Five fresh weather warnings issued as huge snowfall grounds planes, blocks railways lines and sparks huge motorway delays

The Met Office has issued five fresh weather warnings for the next 48 hours as huge snowfall grounds planes, blocks railways lines and sparks huge motorway delays.

Events

14 hours ago Boost morning energy levels and improve digestion with this simple 'tablespoon' breakfast addition

This easy addition to your morning routine could also have a whole host of other health benefits

Politics

20 hours ago Service cuts and council tax hikes 'inevitable' as councils in Wales face £559m shortfall

Councils face budget pressures of £559m next year, equivalent to a 26% council tax rise or the loss of nearly 14,000 jobs, a committee heard

Economics

11 hours ago Police catch 'Ace Ventura driver' with head out window to avoid snowy windscreen

Police said this is "simply not acceptable" and has reported the driver.

Events

15 hours ago NATO's maritime show of force on Putin's doorstep: Alliance sends fleet of 10 ships to the Baltic to protect Europe's crucial undersea cables after sabotage attacks

The ships are set to remain at sea until April and will be strategically positioned near energy and data cables in an effort to deter any attempts to destroy them.

Politics

25 hours ago Crooked HMRC worker who stole £200,000 of taxpayer cash to pay mortgage can AVOID jail if she sells her house

A crooked HMRC worker who took almost £200,000 of taxpayer cash to pay off her mortgage has been told she could avoid jail if she sells her house.

Economics

11 hours ago Air fryer owners warned of 'risky' cleaning mistake that could 'burn your house down'

Air fryers are a real household staple for busy families looking for a quick and easy way to cook meals - but there's one cleaning tip that experts are urging people to avoid

Events

16 hours ago Ministers looking at ‘pipeline of schemes’ to run HS2 north of Birmingham

MPs heard the Conservatives ‘mothballed’ part of the scheme after scrapping plans to build a high-speed line between Birmingham and Manchester.

Politics

27 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

12 hours ago Anyone with an air fryer urged to avoid risky error that could 'burn your house down'

Air fryers have become a popular kitchen gadget in recent years, but experts warn against a common cleaning mistake that could pose a significant fire risk

Events

16 hours ago Mayhem on roads as frozen pedestrian crossing buttons 'constantly' changing traffic lights to red

'Could you kindly go out and pour warm water on the buttons, and it will stop it happening'

Politics

12 hours ago Dog owners warned as chew toy linked to deadly 'werewolf syndrome' that's killed 15 pets

The so-called 'werewolf syndrome' leads to panic attacks, extreme amounts of energy, aggression and canines howling like a wolf and has been linked to the deaths of 15 dogs

Events

17 hours ago European imports of liquefied natural gas from Russia at ‘record levels’

Rystad Energy releases data days after Ukraine stopped flows of Russian gas through its pipelinesEurope bought a record amount of liquefied natural gas from Russia last year, data shows, despite EU efforts to ditch the fossil fuels funding Putin’s war chest.Ships carrying 17.8m tonnes of ultra-cold Russian gas docked in European ports in 2024, up by more than 2m tonnes from the year before, according to analysts Rystad Energy. Continue reading...

Politics

12 hours ago Hero saved grandparents from UK floods by scooping pensioners up in his digger

Ryan Wesley, 31, told his grandparents to sit inside the digger's bucket after helping them escape through a bedroom window of their bungalow in Billingborough, Lincolnshire

Events