53 minutes ago Why Andy Murray walked away from retirement to face Novak Djokovic’s tantrums

Murray and Djokovic’s blockbuster partnership ensures one thing ahead of the Australian Open, as his young rivals grow ever stronger

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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

13 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...

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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

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...

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19 hours ago Small detail in this photo of reigning Australian Open champions proves just how well paid tennis's best stars are

Both are hot favourites to once again clinch their titles, with world No 1, Sabalenka, riding an excellent vein of form coming into the next fortnight, having won at the Brisbane International.

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20 hours ago Experts reveal the VERY common foods that hold the key to eternal youth...and could even protect you from cancer

Could tweaking your diet hold the key to eternal youth? The suggestion from recent research is that it can and even simple swaps could add as much as ten years to your life.

Science

68 minutes ago 2 key Dundee vs Rangers VAR calls split the pundits from Tony Docherty penalty ally to 'factual' offside lines query

The Dundee boss wasn't happy with the match officials after the full-time whistle

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15 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

16 hours ago Mark Wright's sister says 'it's broken my heart all over again' as she opens up after devastating loss

Jessica Wright, TV personality and sister of Mark Wright, has opened up after a massive loss that has devastated their family, saying that 'it's broken my heart all over again'

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13 hours ago Novak Djokovic claims he was ‘poisoned’ after being detained during Australian Open in 2022

The 24-time grand slam champion spent time in quarantine after admitting to making a false statement on a travel document in 2022

Sport

6 hours ago Trump set for court Friday morning after failing to delay hush money sentencing: Live

Incoming commander-in-chief lashes out at long-standing Democratic foe over natural disaster engulfing Hollywood as his expansionist ambitions met with mockery

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88 minutes ago Returning Nick Kyrgios says tennis has become ‘mundane’ ahead of Australian Open

The 29-year-old is set to play in his home grand slam for the first time in three years.

Politics

17 hours ago How worried should we be about RFK Jr as health secretary? Ask Florida

Florida’s surgeon general Joseph Ladapo has given free rein to his own unorthodox views on vaccines and public healthDonald Trump’s promise to upend public health policy across the US by installing Robert F Kennedy Jr as health secretary is resonating in Florida, where experts say the nation can learn from its own experience of a vaccine-denying state surgeon with unorthodox scientific views.Like Kennedy’s relationship with the incoming president, Dr Joseph Ladapo was championed by, and is closely aligned to, a powerful rightwing political leader – Ron DeSantis, Florida’s Republican governor. Continue reading...

Society

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

19 hours ago Bryan Mbeumo: Brentford hold crucial contract ace amid Arsenal, Manchester United and Liverpool transfer links

Key clause puts the Bees in stronger future negotiating position as interest in their star forward continues to build

Sport

8 hours ago Mel Gibson slams Gavin Newsom amid LA fires in scathing rant on Joe Rogan podcast

The 69-year-old veteran actor took aim at the democrat politician - who was chased down by a woman looking for wildfire answers - during a Thursday appearance on the Internet talk show.

Events

3 hours ago England’s Harry Hall nabs share of lead after first round of Sony Open

Hall shares a one-shot lead with Adam Schenk, Eric Cole, Denny McCarthy, Tom Hoge and Henrik Norlander.

Politics

29 hours ago Wayne Rooney risks house blaze after blowing up hairdryer in his sleep

Coleen Rooney opened up about a near-disaster that almost happened when her husband, Wayne Rooney, was trying to sleep

Society

21 hours ago Boohoo accuses Frasers of bid to ‘destabilise’ firm at second investor vote

Frasers has called for Mahmud Kamani to be axed from Boohoo’s board at a general meeting set up for January 21.

Economics

24 hours ago Andy Murray reveals story behind Novak Djokovic coaching call: ‘My wife was surprised’

Murray could not resist the offer of teaming up with the 24-time grand slam champion ahead of the Australian Open

Sport

8 hours ago 'Pizzagate' gunman killed by police in North Carolina after traffic stop, authorities say

Authorities say the man who traveled armed to a pizzeria in the nation's capital nearly a decade ago because of a fake online conspiracy theory has been shot and killed by police in North Carolina

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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

23 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

24 hours ago Andy Murray on Novak Djokovic chat that convinced him to become rival's coach – 'I couldn't think of anything worse'

The Scottish superstar makes his Grand Slam debut as a coach at the Australian Open

Sport

9 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’

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3 hours ago Kobbie Mainoo stance on his Manchester United future revealed amid growing PSR concerns

Man Utd opened talks over a new contract with Kobbie Mainoo last year but talks have stalled between both parties.

Politics

23 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

24 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

9 hours ago Los Angeles wildfires could worsen with wind gusts as 20 looters arrested

Donald Trump blames Democratic governor over California water shortages that have hampered firefighters, as celebrities including Jamie Lee Curtis and Prince Harry offer help to residents who have lost homes

Events

4 hours ago Meghan Markle and Prince Harry open the doors to their $29M Montecito mansion to fire

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have opened the doors to their $29million Montecito mansion to their friends and loved ones who were forced to evacuate the ongoing wildfires.

Politics

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

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

Sport

11 hours ago Openreach warns thousands in Rutherglen are missing out on better broadband

Fast and reliable full fibre broadband "can have a huge impact on people’s daily lives".

Events

5 hours 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

Politics

14 hours ago Musk calls on California and Delaware to force auction of OpenAI stake

Latest salvo in legal battle over ChatGPT-maker’s restructuring as a for-profit company

Events

5 hours 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.

Politics

14 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

5 hours ago Nick Kyrgios wants to shake up ‘mundane’ tennis ahead of Australian Open return

The 29-year-old is set to play in his home grand slam for the first time in three years.

Politics

14 hours ago Iconic Greater Manchester bakery warns: 'no one is safe' as it makes heartbreaking plea to customers

"In our 57 years of being open, the combined challenges we are facing now are the worst we’ve ever experienced."

Events

8 hours ago Dundee surprised by verdict on 'really clumsy' Rangers flashpoint that had serious ramifications

Docherty believes penalty should have been awarded

Politics

14 hours ago NHS boss issues virus warning as Brits 'demand' return of key Covid restriction

As flu and the 'mystery' HMPV virus hits the UK, health officials have stepped up warnings to stop the spread - but now Brits are demanding the return of one restriction to help keep people safe

Events

16 hours ago Special Forces sees Denise Richards open up about sexual assault at 15: ‘I froze’

The actor subsequently left the Fox competition show after the second episode

Events

9 hours ago Auston Trusty hopes key Celtic factor can unlock his World Cup dream as he wants USA deja vu

The big defender is hoping the partnership with CCV can deliver the Premiership and book both a place at next summer's showpiece

Politics

17 hours ago Next Luton manager odds as Stephen Robinson and Celtic legend among favourites to replace sacked Rob Edwards

Rob Edwards' sacking by the Championship strugglers could open the door for some familiar faces in the Scottish game

Events

9 hours ago Kate Middleton's brother James opens up about past 'January blues' struggles

On Instagram, the Princess of Wales's younger sibling, 37, spoke about past struggles and reflected on being 'excited for the future' as well as seeing his son Inigo, one, grow up.

Politics

17 hours ago Russell Howard's health admission and death fears as he steps away from TV after 19 years

Russell Howard opened up about his health regime following the announcement that he has quit television after 19 years, to focus on his comedy and podcasts

Events

11 hours ago Congo bans Al Jazeera over its interview with a key rebel leader and threatens journalists

Congo has banned Al Jazeera satellite news network over its interview with the leader of a violent rebel group that has seized territory in the country’s east in recent days

Politics

17 hours ago Why West Ham might be the right place for Graham Potter to rebuild his career after Chelsea failure

West Ham is not a plum job but some key factors could suit Potter as he bids to repair his reputation

Events

11 hours ago Love Island: All Stars' Marcel Somerville responds after Gabby Allen detailed her hopes of reconciliation despite his cheating

Love Island: All Stars' Marcel Somerville opened up about a potential reunion with his ex Gabby Allen in the wake of her admitting she's 'open' to the prospect of a shock reconciliation with him.

Politics

21 hours ago Thousands of people across Airdrie missing out on faster and more reliable broadband

Openreach warns around 16,000 homes and businesses in the town now able to upgrade to full fibre - but only around 18 per cent have made the switch so far.

Events

11 hours ago Tennessee reverses course, releases redacted execution manual with vague details

Tennessee's Department of Correction has released a redacted version of its newly completed execution manual after initially refusing to do so

Politics

21 hours ago Coleen Rooney details marriage 'strain' as Wayne struggles and son hit by abuse

The I'm A Celeb runner-up has spoken openly about her marriage and family life

Events

12 hours ago Love Island's Marcel Somerville 'open to' romance with ex Gabby on one condition

Love Island star Marcel Somerville has revealed how he'll react when he sees ex-girlfriend Gabby Allen in the All Stars villa - and that he would consider rekindling their love

Politics

21 hours ago Key Ireland star escapes Scotland Six Nations ban after 'misconduct' but will miss Glasgow Warriors clash

Ireland wing suspended for referee criticism

Events

12 hours ago Fans can't stop laughing as CBS star accidentally reveals internet browser live on TV

Fans were sent into hysterics this week as one sports anchor revealed his internet browser was opened to a racy picture.

Politics

22 hours ago The big question standing between Jack Draper and a pivotal next step in 2025

The British No 1 had a breakthrough 2024 season but has already withdrawn from events in 2025 ahead of the start of the Australian Open this Sunday

Events

12 hours ago Trump’s conversation with Obama draws speculation at Jimmy Carter’s funeral: Live updates

Incoming commander-in-chief lashes out at long-standing Democratic foe over natural disaster engulfing Hollywood as his expansionist ambitions met with mockery

Politics

23 hours ago Wayne Rooney started a bedroom FIRE with his bizarre sleeping habits, wife Coleen reveals, as she opens up on married life with former Man United and England superstar

Coleen Rooney has revealed how her husband Wayne's bizarre sleeping habit once started a bedroom fire. Coleen and Wayne, both 38, met at school before tying the knot in 2008.

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