41 minutes ago Richard Hammond's wife 'kicked him out of castle to sleep in barn' before split

Richard Hammond announced his split from his wife Mindy this week after 28 years together, saying they are 'proud of the family [they] created' together

Politics

4 hours ago Dear Coleen: I fear a family fall out when we drive to my sister's Scots wedding

I have been driving for a decade and so has my husband, while my mum has been driving for at least 30 years, but doesn’t drive as much now due to declining health (and certainly not long distances).

Society

2 hours ago Rachel Reeves 'to make severe spending cuts' as UK borrowing costs soar

An announcement is expected that could see 5% cuts increased

Economics

4 hours ago Manchester United's plan for summer transfer window is already taking shape

The January transfer window opened last week but Man Utd conduct the majority of their business in the summer window.

Sport

36 minutes ago Monty Don and his wife were trapped by rising waters at his Gardeners' World home as TV star says floods are 'proving to be a bigger problem than drought'

The horticulturist and broadcaster posted videos onto social media this week of floodwater surrounding his home in Longmeadow in Herefordshire.

Events

22 hours ago ITV Grantchester future 'sealed' as newcomer Rishi Nair issues update on tenth series

This week, ITV viewers tuned in to watch the ninth series of Grantchester as they prepare to say goodbye to the beloved Will Davenport.

Culture

8 hours ago Woman's three horrifying symptoms after sex toy 'dragged through body' in MRI scan

The 22-year-old woman did not tell doctors she had a butt plug, made entirely out of silicone, inserted inside her before having the MRI scan - and the consequences were grim

Science

43 minutes ago Week in wildlife in pictures: an entangled elk, a grieving whale and a tortoise on the run

The best of this week’s wildlife photographs from around the world Continue reading...

Politics

9 hours ago Tan Hill Inn housekeeper misses grandchild's birth as staff and punters still snowed in

One woman stuck inside the Tan Hill Inn in North Yorkshire since snow cut it off from the outside world has missed the birth of her grandchild - and another missed their daughter's 18th birthday

Society

3 hours ago Whitehall braced for spending cuts after UK hit by bond market turmoil

Rising gilt yields mean government departments may face further squeeze

Economics

6 hours ago The future of English rugby HENRY POLLOCK on emulating Luke Littler, marathons in the desert and the eight Under

NIK SIMON: In the rugby world, England's Under 20 World Cup winners are demonstrating their own prowess at senior level. Pollock is one of the shining lights, invited down to Twickenham this week.

Sport

1 hour ago Rod Stewart's wife Penny Lancaster's heartbreaking birthday message to husband

Rock legend Sir Rod Stewart celebrates his 80th birthday this week and his wife Penny Lancaster has said she is planning a series of special events that will last "several weeks"

Events

16 hours ago Flu virus deaths soar compared to same time last year after 'deeply concerning' outbreak

The number of deaths is almost quadruple the number compared to the first week of 2024.

Science

45 minutes ago Scots mum, 25, has arranged own funeral to 'help loved ones when time comes'

"You're never too young to arrange your own funeral and you can always change the plans - it's just best to be prepared."

Politics

11 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

4 hours ago State Pension payments could be increased to £549 a week under new plan

The DWP must now consider the proposed increase

Economics

2 hours ago Delta Airlines praised for holding flight to allow daughter time with dying mother

The daughter’s TikTok video telling the story received over 10 million views

Events

20 hours ago Flu EXPLOSION: Top nurses 'never been more worried for patients' as hospital cases spike five

More than 2.3million patients visited A&E in December while ambulance teams tackled over 800,000 incidents - the highest number ever recorded in a month.

Science

88 minutes ago BREAKING: Urgent hunt for twin sisters who vanished whilst out on nighttime river walk

Eliza and Henrietta Huszti disappeared in Aberdeen after they were last seen walking along a river in the early hours of the morning on Tuesday as Police Scotland issue an urgent plea

Politics

12 hours ago Weather Channel slammed as they air 'human remains' in gross LA wildfire clip

WARNING: DISTRESSING CONTENT – Wildfires have devastated southern California this week, with 70,000 people said to have been evacuated, over 1,000 structures destroyed and five people reported to have died

Society

6 hours 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.

Economics

3 hours ago Los Angeles’ two biggest fires burn at least 10,000 structures while new blaze leads to more evacuations

Officials say the two biggest wildfires ravaging the Los Angeles area this week have burned at least 10,000 homes, buildings and other structures

Events

22 hours ago Flu surges AGAIN: Hospital cases spike, emergency services report 'busiest winter EVER'

More than 2.3million patients visited A&E in December while ambulance teams handled over 800,000 incidents - the highest number ever recorded.

Science

88 minutes ago Urgent hunt for twin sisters who vanished whilst out on nighttime river walk

Eliza and Henrietta Huszti disappeared in Aberdeen after they were last seen walking along a river in the early hours of the morning on Tuesday as Police Scotland issue an urgent plea

Politics

12 hours ago Richard Hammond's bizarre secret to healthy marriage resurfaces as he announces split from wife Mindy

Richard Hammond's unusual take on a healthy marriage has resurfaced  just hours after the former Top Gear host announced his split from Amanda 'Mindy' Hammond, his wife of 28 years.

Society

8 hours ago Kyle Walker's wife Annie Kilner 'is considering scrapping her £27million divorce bid as footballer eyes up £400K per week move'

The England and Manchester City star, 34, was kicked out of the family home after secretly fathering a second child with his ex Lauryn Goodman, 33.

Economics

3 hours ago Surprising 99p superfood may 'slash your risk of cancer' says Harvard expert

One 2014 study showed that men who ate over 10 portions of this food per week had an 18% lower risk of developing prostate cancer

Events

2 hours ago "It doesn't make sense": Pensioners 'forced from flats' with 'ulcer' fears after bedbug infestation

“Pest control told me my mum’s bed was so infested you’d have to throw it away"

Politics

13 hours ago Everton SACK manager Sean Dyche just THREE HOURS before FA Cup tie as club captain Seamus Coleman takes charge tonight

The Toffees are in another fight against relegation but the timing of Sean Dyche's dismissal will raise eyebrows with it coming so close to kick-off at Goodison Park on Thursday night.

Society

8 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

3 hours ago LA area's 2 biggest blazes burn at least 10,000 structures, while new fire leads to more evacuations

Officials say the two biggest wildfires ravaging the Los Angeles area this week have burned at least 10,000 homes, buildings and other structures

Events

2 hours ago 'Desperate' man said 'forget it' after dialling 999, then tragedy struck

Andrew Heys tragic final hours were explored at an inquest

Politics

13 hours ago St Helens' Morgan Knowles opens up on future plans and explains club feeling 'different'

England international, 28, is starting his testimonial year with the Super League giants and hasn't ruled out spending his entire career at the club

Society

9 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

3 hours ago ‘All eyes are on Glasgow’: UK’s first legal drug consumption room ready to open

The Thistle will be available 365 days a year and provide a supervised space where drugs can be injected safelyThe UK’s first legal drug consumption room, the Thistle, will open its doors in the East End of Glasgow on Monday morning after a 10-year battle to realise the pioneering facility.The Thistle will remain open 365 days a year from 9am to 9pm and allow some of the most vulnerable addicts in the city to take their own drugs in a clean and safe environment under the supervision of health professionals. Continue reading...

Events

2 hours ago 'My husband insists on one baby name – but I'm worried they'll be bullied'

One mum-to-be, who doesn't know the gender of her baby, has revealed she's sceptical about the name her husband wants for their baby if it turns out to be a boy, as she's worried he'll be bullied

Politics

14 hours ago Everton SACK manager Sean Dyche just three hours BEFORE they play in the FA Cup, as club captain Seamus Coleman takes charge tonight

The Toffees are in another fight against relegation but the timing of Sean Dyche's dismissal will raise eyebrows with it coming so close to kick-off at Goodison Park on Thursday night.

Society

10 hours ago Luke Littler jets off on holiday as darts champion, 17, starts spending £500k winnings

World Darts Champion Luke Littler is currently on holiday in the Spanish province of Alicante as he continues celebrating his triumph over Michael van Gerwen at Alexandra Palace

Economics

6 hours ago What to do if you’re lost in the Australian bush – and other amazing stories of survival

When heading into a remote location be prepared and let people know your route, experts say. If you end up lost, first seek shelter and waterFollow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastThis week Hadi Nazari was found alive after being lost in the remote Kosciuszko national park for almost two weeks.Nazari survived in some of Australia’s most unforgiving terrain by drinking creek water, foraging for berries and – fortuitously – finding two muesli bars in a remote hut. Continue reading...

Events

2 hours ago Zara Tindall's 'special privilege' growing up that no other royals had

Zara Tindall, the daughter of Princess Anne, grew up with a special privilege that other members of the Royal Family weren't afforded in their childhood

Politics

15 hours ago Everton SACK manager Sean Dyche, just three hours BEFORE they play in the FA Cup, as club captain Seamus Coleman takes charge tonight

Everton have sacked Sean Dyche as their manager just three hours before their FA Cup third-round tie against Peterborough United on Thursday night.

Society

14 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

7 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

Events

3 hours ago ‘Every day is 24 hours of panic to just get out the door’: Jesse Eisenberg on self

The writer-director of A Real Pain and co-stars Kieran Culkin, Jennifer Grey and Will Sharpe talk about being overcome by generational trauma while making Oscar season’s funniest filmJesse Eisenberg and Kieran Culkin are in complete agreement. People being more open about everyday anguish is a good thing. Absolutely. One hundred per cent.Not them, though. They will continue to button up. “I know my pain is unexceptional,” says Eisenberg, words clattering out of him like a runaway train, “so I don’t feel the need to burden everybody with it. I have OCD and general anxiety disorder and bad things happen to me, but I’ll never talk about them because I don’t want that kind of attention.” Continue reading...

Politics

19 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

14 hours ago Inside Toyota's £8bn 'city of the future' where residents will participate in 'living laboratory'

The idea of the environmentally-friendly 'Woven City' was unveiled five years ago, with plans to 'shape the future of mobility' and serve as a 'living laboratory' for inventors

Economics

9 hours ago Los Angeles fires: All celebrities whose homes have been destroyed from Adam Brody to Paris Hilton

Many celebrities have taken to social media to announced their homes were burned downed in the fires, that started earlier this week

Events

4 hours ago 'Best noodles ever' that are ready in just 15 minutes and taste 'amazing'

If you haven't got long to spend in the kitchen but still want a filling and delicious meal, then this speedy noodle dish will become your next go-to.

Politics

20 hours ago Heidi Montag tearfully admits she only has 'two pairs of jeans and two shirts' left after she and husband Spencer Pratt were forced to flee their home before it was destroyed by LA fires

The couple evacuated their home with their two sons earlier this week after the fires began to spread, and images have since shown that their property has been destroyed.

Society

15 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

9 hours ago Paris Hilton evacuates four tiny dogs from Los Angeles home destroyed by wildfires

Paris Hilton packed up her four tiny dogs to evacuate their Los Angeles home as wildfires devastated the region this week.

Events

4 hours ago Gavin and Stacey star stripped off on Zoom call not realising she could still be seen

The actress who plays Stacey's mum, Gwen was getting changed for panto when she joined Matt Horne and Joanna Page for a Radio 2 interview which was being filmed

Politics

20 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

16 hours ago Homeowners ditch Dyson and Shark for £70 cordless vacuum cleaner that 'works perfectly'

The Akitas 3in1 Cordless Vacuum Cleaner is a number one best-seller on Amazon and costs just £69.99

Economics

9 hours ago ABC star leaves The View panel stunned as he films LA fires outside relatives burnt house

A reporter left fans of The View shocked this week as he revealed he was broadcasting live from the outside of his aunt's burned-down home during the LA wildfires.

Events

6 hours ago Goosebumps: The Vanishing star was ‘freaked out’ by creepy ‘living’ prop on set

A haunted new revamp of RL Stine’s classic Goosebumps novels is returning to screens this week with plenty more chilling tales to keep you up at night

Politics

21 hours ago Heated airer that’s ‘excellent for drying clothes’ and costs 11p per hour to run

'Great airer, lots of space and heats reasonably quickly'

Society

16 hours ago Solicitor who stole £146m from investors and spent it on boat, cars and Lake District shooting and fishing estate is told to pay back just £1m

Timothy Schools, 65, was jailed for 14 years in August 2022 for pocketing cash invested into Cayman Islands-registered Axiom Legal Financing Fund.

Economics

10 hours ago The Traitors UK Episode 5 Latest: Who's been banished, who's been murdered, who's still in, next episode

The BBC’s hit reality game show has returned to our screens - and it’s been a great first week.

Events

6 hours ago I abandoned my career to look after sick daughter I'd struggled to conceive... only for my husband to have an affair with a colleague and get HER pregnant: EMILY MILLER

When I married my husband James, I saw our lives stretching out ahead of us: buying a house, starting a family, continuing with our careers - and falling even deeper in love.

Politics

18 hours ago Couple's wedding venue cancelled on them four hours before their ceremony and now they are £750 out of pocket after owners ceased trading

Ivan and Lottie Clifford were due to have their celebrant wedding ceremony at the Grade II-listed The Hidden Barn at 94, based in Knutsford in Cheshire, last on December 30.

Economics

11 hours ago Wildfires continue to destroy Los Angeles. It’s now up to hundreds of prison inmates to help slow the spread

Inmate firefighters make around $27 for a 24-hour shift

Events

8 hours ago Desperate search for twin sisters, 32, who vanished while walking along a river in the early hours of the morning

A desperate search has been issued for twin sisters, Eliza and Henrietta Huszti, 32, who disappeared after they were last seen walking beside a river in Aberdeen in the early morning. 

Politics

19 hours ago Labour abstention means ‘cheapest budget deal’ since devolution – Findlay

Holyrood will vote on the Government’s tax and spending plans next month.

Economics

11 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

8 hours ago Find out which rabbit hole Alice Feeney would travel down while on a desert island in this week's What Book?

Alice Feeney answers our burning questions, what is she reading, what book would she take to a desert island, what gave her the reading bug, what left her cold?

Politics

19 hours ago Marie Osmond pays tribute to ‘loving brother’ Wayne as she confirms cause of death

Singer who sold millions of records with his family band The Osmonds died aged 73 last week

Economics

11 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

Events

8 hours ago Millions of train tickets to be discounted next week – what you need to know

It marks the 200th anniversary of the world’s first passenger train service

Politics

20 hours ago Mortgages 'to rise' after Pound hits year low and borrowing costs soar in treble blow to Rachel Reeves

The Chancellor may have to scale back public spending or raise taxes again, economists are warning

Economics

12 hours ago Weather Channel hit back as they air 'human remains' in gross LA wildfire clip

WARNING: DISTRESSING CONTENT – Wildfires have devastated southern California this week, with 70,000 people said to have been evacuated, over 1,000 structures destroyed and five people reported to have died

Events

8 hours ago World’s richest use up their fair share of 2025 carbon budget in 10 days

Emissions caused by wealthiest 1% so far this year would take someone from poorest 50% three years to createThe world’s richest 1% have already used up their fair share of the global carbon budget for 2025, just 10 days into the year.In less than a week and a half, the consumption habits of an individual from this monied elite had already caused, on average, 2.1 tonnes of carbon dioxide emissions, according to analysis by Oxfam GB. It would take someone from the poorest 50% of humanity three years to create the same amount of pollution. Continue reading...

Politics

21 hours ago Where Kobbie Mainoo’s £200k wage demand would leave him compared to Man Utd stars

Manchester United midfielder Kobbie Mainoo is reportedly demanding £200,000 a week to sign a new contract, which has the potential to put him among the club's top earners

Economics

12 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 Victoria Beckham breaks silence over 'heartbreaking' loss as she sends message to Nicola Peltz

Victoria Beckham has taken to social media to address the wildfires in LA with an emotive message and has shared a sweet message to daughter-in-law Nicola Peltz.

Politics

22 hours ago Rachel Reeves scrambles to calm markets as Pound falls and borrowing costs rise again

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

Economics

12 hours ago Rush hour chaos at Blackhorse Road station as TfL announces escalator will not be fixed for six months

Commuters facing rush hour chaos as Blackhorse Road station's escalator won't be fixed until late June

Events

10 hours ago Actor returns to pile of ashes where his Los Angeles home of 13 years once stood

Actor Cameron Mathison documented the moment he returned to his Los Angeles home to find the property reduced to ashes and rubble in the wildfires that have swept the area this week.

Politics

22 hours ago DWP urged to increase Basic State Pension to £221 each week for nearly nine million people

The full Basic State Pension is currently worth £169.50 each week.

Economics

12 hours ago Dyche dismissal is a risk that puts Everton’s need to stay up in sharp focus | Jonathan Wilson

Manager’s sacking is no shock given his dour football but successor has a perilous task. Could Moyes be the right fit?It was life, but was it living? Everton have lost only four of their past 16 games in all competitions. They have kept five clean sheets in their past eight games and in the past month have frustrated Arsenal, Chelsea and Manchester City. They’ve taken 17 points from 19 games this season, which the past decade of the Premier League would suggest, if repeated in the second half of the season, would leave them right on the edge of relegation.Given the trend is for the relegated three to get fewer and fewer points, the sense is that, even with Wolves and Ipswich showing signs of improvement, they would probably have survived if Sean Dyche had stayed. Continue reading...

Events