47 minutes ago Dancing on Ice’s Michaela Strachan on crutches before 2025 live launch

‘Springwatch’ host suffered injury before stepping foot in the rink

Politics

73 minutes ago ‘My best friend and I married each other as kids on holiday at the beach. It would be the closest she would come to a real wedding’

Summer holidays are a time of memory-making. We asked Guardian writers and contributors to share some of the summer holiday photos that transport them back to a simpler timeMore summer essentialsGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastIt had always been Harriet’s dream to get married more than mine. I’ll never forget us as little girls on summer holidays, stretched out on twin beds, poring over her magazine cutouts of white wedding dresses, multi-tiered cakes and overflowing bouquets.We would muse what our husbands’ names would be and how many children we would have. They would be born at the same time, so they could grow up together as best friends. Just like we had. Continue reading...

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71 minutes ago Want to secure the best holiday deal in 2025? Here are the key dates to know

For the best deals on your getaway this year, book ahead

Economics

62 minutes ago Arsenal XI vs Manchester United: Confirmed team news, predicted lineup, injury latest for FA Cup

Injury situation improving for Gunners ahead of blockbuster third-round tie

Sport

48 minutes ago BBC star who appeared on Jonathan Ross show dies suddenly from flu aged just 56 after doctors put her in induced coma

Entertainer Kerry Wilson, from Trentham, Staffordshire, lost her fight for life at the start of this year at the age of just 56.

Events

61 minutes ago Giant sculpture inspired by the sun to go on display at National Trust properties

Luke Jerram’s latest work, entitled Helios, includes the sound of the sun captured by Nasa.

Culture

23 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

66 minutes ago Love Island All Stars 2025: Here is what all 12 islanders' have learnt since they were last in the villa

We’re getting to know the islanders a little better ahead of the new series.

Politics

2 hours ago M&S launches new 'brain' food range to kickstart your 2025 health and wellbeing

The retailer's new 'Brain Food' and 'YAY! Mushrooms' are now available to help you prioritise your health goals this year.

Society

1 hour ago Daily Star's favourite Tesco meal deals as it's '100% got to include egg or prawns'

The boiled egg snack, dubbed the Tesco Egg Protein Pot, made it on to Tesco's top meal deal combinations for 2024, but the Daily Star's hungry mob have some questionable choices of their own

Economics

83 minutes ago Manchester United XI vs Arsenal: Confirmed team news, predicted lineup, injury latest for FA Cup

Red Devils out to build on encouraging display against Liverpool

Sport

50 minutes ago California wildfires live updates: nearly 180,000 people evacuated and at least 10 killed

About 10,000 structures have been charred by the two biggest blazes, while Santa Monica declared a curfew because of lootingFull report: LA fires burn through city as death toll risesMangled trees and charred homes inside a levelled communityCalifornians: have you been affected by the wildfires?An update on the Hurst fire from the US forest service has increased the acreage burned to 771 and is 37% contained.477 personnel were assigned to the fire. Continue reading...

Events

73 minutes ago ‘They created a Vegas in 10 years’: photographing the hedonistic gambling mecca of Macau

Photographer Adam Lampton discusses capturing the vice, cash and sheer excess of the special administrative region of China – a place built on contradictions“I am not a huge gambler,” says Adam Lampton. “The first time I went to Macau, fresh out of grad school, I didn’t have any money to spare – it all went on camera film. People take it all very seriously, so I was too intimidated to sit down and be the white guy who didn’t know what the hell he was doing.”As a non-gambler in Macau, the American photographer would have been an oddity – most tourists go there to “play”, hoping Lady Luck glances their way. The former Portuguese colony, now a special administrative region of China, is the world’s gambling mecca. Located on China’s south-east coast, just across the water from Hong Kong, Macau’s gambling revenues often put the US’s “Sin City” in the shade. The Macau government expects its gaming revenues to hit about $27bn in 2024, while declining Nevada looks set to fall below 2023’s r...

Culture

26 hours ago Lauren Laverne steps down from BBC Radio after 'tricky time' following cancer diagnosis

Lauren Laverne is stepping down from the BBC Radio 6 Music Breakfast Show after six years as presenter and will be replaced by Nick Grimshaw, after having a "tricky time" last year due to her cancer diagnosis.

Science

66 minutes ago BBC series exposes Scottish Tinder Swindler who preyed on women using dating apps

Christopher Harkins was convicted and jailed last year for terrorising women after meeting them on dating apps.

Politics

3 hours ago You can secure a beach hut in one of Wales' most prized and stunning locations

The council has said it's 'one of the most important annual draws for one of its treasured assets' and this is how you can take part and potentially secure your own hut

Society

2 hours 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

3 hours ago GTA 6 fans pinpoint date we'll finally know if game will be out in 2025 or not

GTA 6 fans are still braced for a delay, but we now know when we'll likely find out for sure as Take-Two books in its earnings call — will we be looking at a 2025 release?

Sport

60 minutes ago Tottenham XI vs Tamworth: Confirmed team news, predicted lineup, injury latest for FA Cup

A number of injuries means rotation will be restricted against the non-league side

Events

2 hours ago Graham Norton confirms who will replace him on his legendary talk show as he takes extended TV break

The legendary host, 61, is travelling Down Under in February to present An Evening With Graham Norton, which will see the Irish presenter discuss hilarious stories and shed light on career highlights.

Culture

26 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

72 minutes ago BBC EastEnders Ravi Gulati star teases 'absolute carnage' ahead of 40th anniversary

EastEnders actor Aaron Thiara - who plays Ravi Gulati on the BBC soap - has teased some huge scenes ahead with Denise Fox ahead of a show first this 40th anniversary

Politics

3 hours ago Channel 5's The Good Ship Murder cast list, plot, air date, filming locations and how many episodes

Mystery drama The Good Ship Murder is returning to Channel 5 for a second series

Society

3 hours ago People on Basic State Pension of less than £406 each month could be due extra DWP payment

There are also 760,000 older people eligible for Pension Credit not claiming the £4,200 annual income top-up.

Economics

4 hours ago Everton latest, transfer updates and FA Cup third round news: football – live

All the latest before a busy weekend of FA Cup actionEmail David your thoughts | Sign up for Football DailyJonathan Wilson reflects on Sean Dyche’s Everton exit. The numbers are surprising and perhaps currency for Dyche when he seeks future employment. But the style of football was, let’s be honest, utterly abysmal.Everton have lost only four of their past 16 games in all competitions.Everton have kept five clean sheets in their past eight games and in the past month held Arsenal, Chelsea and Manchester City to draws. Continue reading...

Sport

73 minutes ago New Mexico supreme court strikes down local abortion pill restrictions

Justice rules against ordinances in counties and towns on Texas border that sought to limit access to mifepristoneThe New Mexico supreme court late on Thursday ruled against several local ordinances in the state that aim to restrict distribution of the abortion pill.In a unanimous opinion, the court said the ordinances invaded the legislature’s authority to regulate reproductive care. Continue reading...

Events

2 hours ago Zuckerberg approved Meta’s use of ‘pirated’ books to train AI models, authors claim

Sarah Silverman and others file court case claiming CEO approved use of dataset despite warningsBusiness live – latest updatesMark Zuckerberg approved Meta’s use of “pirated” versions of copyright-protected books to train the company’s artificial intelligence models, a group of authors has alleged in a US court filing.Citing internal Meta communications, the filing claims that the social network company’s chief executive backed the use of the LibGen dataset, a vast online archive of books, despite warnings within the company’s AI executive team that it is a dataset “we know to be pirated”. Continue reading...

Culture

33 hours ago How to tell if you've got 'real flu' as top GP names symptoms that wipe people out

Flu is skyrocketing across the UK

Science

73 minutes ago 66 days to cut down sugar: ‘I find myself enjoying the sweetness of my lip balm’

How long does it take to change a habit? It varies, but one paper suggests it takes an average of 66 days. We ask writers to change one thing in their lives within that timeframe and tell us if it worksRead more in the 66 days to change seriesMore summer essentialsGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastNot even a year ago, I would have called myself crazy for giving up sugar, even for 66 days. But the truth is I eat way too much of it and it can’t be good for me.I’ve eaten cake for breakfast on more than one occasion and can easily finish a packet of biscuits in a day. I have a soft spot for baked goods, kindled by the many bakeries and cafes in my neighbourhood. If I go to bed without eating something sweet I feel as though something’s missing. Continue reading...

Politics

4 hours ago The Big House Multibank campaigns to combat child hygiene poverty in 2025

Amazon supports with the launch of You Buy. We Donate which will donate thousands of hygiene products to local families in need The Big House Multibank is a charity initiative formed by former Prime Minister Gordon Brown and Amazon, which has donated essential items to over 120,000 families in need across Scotland

Society

3 hours ago Ronnie O'Sullivan PULLS OUT of snooker's £350k Masters 24 hours after strange behaviour saw snooker star smash and bin cue during meltdown

The announcement comes just days away from the tournament opener, which would have seen reigning champion O'Sullivan kickstart the competition against John Higgins on Sunday.

Economics

6 hours ago AD FEATURE: Get your 2025 off to a spectacular start with tickets to these six Manchester shows

Mark your calendars - there are so many great live experiences to enjoy in the city this year

Sport

73 minutes ago ‘The worst way of dying’: scientists urge coordinated effort to stop whales getting tangled

Experts recorded 45 entanglements off Australia’s east coast in 2024 – but believe that’s ‘the tip of the iceberg’Get our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastAt least 45 whales were entangled by fishing ropes and line on the east coast in 2024, and experts are calling for better management of fishing gear in Australia to prevent marine suffering.Dr Olaf Meynecke, a marine scientist at Griffith University, said the issue of preventing whale entanglements was “largely ignored in Australia”.Sign up for Guardian Australia’s breaking news email Continue reading...

Events

2 hours ago Major BBC star to stand in for Graham Norton on TV chat show for first time

Claudia Winkleman has long been tipped as a natural successor for much-loved Graham and now she will make her debut as host by fllling in for him

Culture

74 minutes ago Beat the Blues in January with the Daily Star and win some fantastic prizes

Kick off 2025 with some fun giveaways - from nights out to a sunshine holiday for two. This week's prize is a £100 Cineworld Gift Card

Politics

8 hours ago Novak Djokovic’s claim he ate ‘poisoned’ food in 2022 Melbourne hotel detention ‘possible but very unlikely’, experts say

Doubt cast on tennis former world number one’s comments in GQ interview as debate reopens about handling of visa sagaGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastExperts have cast doubt on Novak Djokovic’s claim that he was “poisoned” by the food he ate in hotel immigration detention during his Australian Open visa saga, suggesting it is possible but unlikely.Interviews with the former world number one ahead of the 2025 Australian Open have reopened public debate about the chain of events in 2022, with Australian tennis star Nick Kyrgios saying his home country had “treated [Djokovic] like shit” by cancelling his visa in 2022.Sign up for Guardian Australia’s breaking news email Continue reading...

Society

3 hours ago Universal Credit: pay rise for millions who claim UC with rates increase of up to £10.50 coming in April 2025

Millions of people in the UK will soon see a boost in their monthly payments 💷

Economics

6 hours ago Cyriel Dessers suitor list grows, Nathan Patterson endgame and Alex Lowry nears exit – Rangers transfer bulletin

The big striker has fallen down the pecking order at Ibrox under Philippe Clement

Sport

91 minutes ago ‘It was extraordinary’: Spanish captain recalls rescue of woman who gave birth in dinghy

Mother and newborn saved from inflatable boat off Canary Islands, on a route on which thousands have diedThe call that would lead to one of the most poignant images of the humanitarian emergency in the deadly waters off the Canary Islands came at 4am.In the early hours of Monday, the Las Palmas command centre of Spain’s maritime rescue service, Salvamento Marítimo, told Domingo Trujillo, the captain of the search-and-rescue vessel Talía, that a small inflatable boat, packed with people, was adrift 97 nautical miles (180km) off the coast of Lanzarote. Among those onboard, they added, was a woman who was due to give birth at any moment. Continue reading...

Events

3 hours ago This Morning faces backlash from fans as they fume ITV is 'ruining' popular BBC show

This Morning viewers were not impressed with the ITV show on Friday as they accused the daytime programme of 'ruining' BBC's The Traitors after a spoiler-filled interview

Culture

75 minutes ago The 'best purchase I’ve made in years' table top dishwasher now reduced on Amazon

Shoppers love this table top dishwasher which is now reduced on Amazon

Politics

9 hours ago BBC Morning Live doctor says drink with 'healing powers' boosts immune system

Dr Punam said that the drink is a "healing hug in a mug"

Society

3 hours 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

7 hours ago Arsenal reach unwanted conclusion after holding Alexander Isak transfer talks

Alexander Isak is top of Arsenal's shortlist when it comes to signing a new striker but the Newcastle hitman won't be joining Mikel Arteta's side in the January transfer window

Sport

1 hour ago Man City XI vs Salford: Predicted lineup, confirmed team news and injury latest for FA Cup game

Pep Guardiola’s side out to avoid almighty cup upset

Events

3 hours ago This Morning fans demand show 'stops ruining BBC series' as they issue complaint

This Morning viewers were left fuming on Friday as they claimed the ITV show "ruined" BBC's The Traitors as they spoke to the latest contestants to be voted off the series

Culture

78 minutes ago 2025 NFL London games: Jets, Browns, Jaguars to each host international regular

2025 NFL London games: Jets, Browns, Jaguars to each host international regular-season game  CBS Sports

Politics

16 hours ago Legendary noughties pop star looks completely different as she promotes new single in her hometown

In a clip shared to Instagram, she was seen wearing a black top, jeans, black beanie and jacket as she sang the old tune In My Liverpool Home.

Society

3 hours ago Ronnie O'Sullivan PULLS OUT of snooker's £350k Masters on mystery 'medical grounds', 24 hours after meltdown where he smashed cue and binned it after bizarre behaviour

The announcement comes just days away from the tournament opener, which would have seen reigning champion O'Sullivan kickstart the competition against John Higgins on Sunday.

Economics

16 hours ago Lakers postpone Hornets game as coach JJ Redick loses home in LA wildfires

Wildfires are burning fiercely across Los Angeles regionLA Rams playoff game still expected to go aheadThe NBA has postponed Thursday’s game between the Lakers and the Charlotte Hornets in Los Angeles due to the wildfires in the region, but the NFL’s Los Angeles Rams still expect their home playoff game on Monday to go ahead.At least five people have been killed, thousands of structures have been incinerated and nearly 180,000 people have been ordered to evacuate their homes during the disaster. Lakers head coach JJ Redick lost his house in the Pacific Palisades neighborhood of Los Angeles in the fires, ESPN reported on Thursday. Continue reading...

Sport

2 hours ago ‘She was a fiend!’: how the interview that destroyed Thatcher became an intense TV drama

In 1989, an on-camera head to head triggered the then PM’s demise. Harriet Walter, Steve Coogan and James Graham discuss their gripping take on the bombshell broadcastIt was the interview that destroyed Thatcher. Three days after the furious resignation of her chancellor Nigel Lawson in October 1989, she went on TV for a 45-minute interview with an unlikely confidant of hers – Brian Walden, the Labour MP turned ITV journalist. She was ready for him, but she also trusted him: it wasn’t their first rodeo together. It was, however, emotionally intense.“I think so many of his questions are beseeching,” says James Graham, the celebrated writer of Sherwood and Brexit: The Uncivil War, who has turned it into new drama Brian and Maggie, starring Steve Coogan as Walden and Harriet Walter as Thatcher. “Just say that you get it. Just say that you were wrong, just say that you’re not flawless. And if you do that, grab my hand and I’ll save you.” Saving her is the opposite of what happened. Cont...

Events

4 hours ago ITV This Morning viewers issue complaint as they 'ruin' popular series

This Morning fans failed to mince their words as they complained that the ITV show was spoiling BBC's The Traitors as they continued to interview evictees

Culture

78 minutes ago Who is Chappell Roan? The rise of the Midwest Princess who topped BBC Sound of 2025

From failed America’s Got Talent auditions to BBC Sound of 2025 winner - this is the career of Chappell Roan 🎤

Politics

19 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

4 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

17 hours ago BBC The Traitors fans tell player they've missed 'huge clue' after 'dumb' decision

BBC The Traitors viewers were left questioning a decision made by one of the contestants on the latest episode of the show after they made a tearful decision

Sport

2 hours ago Sir Rod Stewart vows 'I'm not done yet' after sad admission as he turns 80

The legendary singer has a big birthday to kickstart his year which will include playing the Legends slot at Glastonbury

Events

13 hours ago Netflix's Squid Game season 2 dethroned from top series spot by a surprising new show

The long-awaited sequel to the popular Korean thriller series broke viewership records with its debut on the streaming service just last month.

Culture

79 minutes ago London calling (again): NY Jets to host regular season game at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in 2025, report says

London calling (again): NY Jets to host regular season game at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in 2025, report says  NorthJersey.com

Politics

19 hours ago Colon cancer doctor reveals surprising foods that slash risk of disease rising in young people

Dr Karen Zaghiyan, who is based out of Los Angeles, says the first item on her list are dairy products with this including whole milk, reduced fat milk, lactose free milk, yogurt, and cheese.

Society

4 hours ago Melania’s $40m Amazon deal: another sign Bezos is capitulating to Donald Trump | Margaret Sullivan

Sadly, the Amazon-Melania deal has much the same flavor as the rest of Trump appeasement moves – not just by Bezos but by others of his ilkThe language in a New York Times article was extremely restrained as it described Jeff Bezos’s evolving stance regarding Donald Trump.The Amazon founder and the president-elect had had a rocky relationship in the past, “but in recent months, Amazon and Mr. Bezos have taken steps to repair it”.Margaret Sullivan is a Guardian US columnist Continue reading...

Economics

19 hours ago Real Madrid vs Mallorca LIVE! Spanish Super Cup match stream, latest score and goal updates today

Los Blancos looking to tee up final against Barcelona

Sport

3 hours 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

15 hours ago Emilia Fox has not watched early role in 1995 TV series Pride And Prejudice

She was the sister of Mr Fitzwilliam Darcy, played by Colin Firth, in the TV drama.

Culture

88 minutes ago Glastonbury Festival 2025: 25 acts rumoured to be performing at Worthy Farm

It’s January - so let’s take a look at the latest rumoured acts performing at Glastonbury Festival this year 🎪

Politics

19 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

4 hours ago Kyle Walker's wife Annie Kilner 'is considering scrapping her £27million divorce bid and had moved him back into the family home

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

22 hours ago Stuart Hogg was a world class Scottish rugby player who now has to relocate his moral compass | Robert Kitson

The former national rugby union captain has been spared jail for the domestic abuse of his estranged wife, Gill, after courts painted a grim picture of his off-pitch behaviourScotland has not always been blessed with rugby players of genuine world class but prime-time Stuart Hogg was a rare exception. At the height of his powers he was the Six Nations Player of the Year in successive seasons in 2016 and 2017, mixing acceleration and attacking intent with a just-try-and-stop-me attitude that set him apart from the average workaday pro.The talented lad from Hawick was a big fish in a series of smallish pools – the Borders, Scottish rugby, Exeter – and grew accustomed to being hailed as king of his local oval-ball castle. While, behind closed doors, not being entirely the man his many fans thought him to be. Continue reading...

Sport

3 hours ago ‘If you are black, you are finished’: the ethnically targeted violence raging in Sudan

Refugees tell of attacks on darker-skinned people and non-Arab groups by Rapid Support Forces and its allies in DarfurHusna Ibrahim Arbab had already lost her son in the early days of Sudan’s civil war – burned to death in his tent after it was set on fire – when she was apprehended by militia aligned with the Rapid Support Forces paramilitary group while fleeing west towards the border with Chad.A bullet flew by close to her head, the 24-year-old said. Five male relatives were separated from the group she was travelling with, taken to a creek, and shot in the chest. Continue reading...

Events

20 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

89 minutes ago US job market soars past expectations in last report before Trump retakes White House

Number of new jobs added to the economy accelerated to 256,000 in December, up from November, bolstered by new jobs in healthcare and retailThe US labor market expanded strongly in the last jobs report of the Biden administration, according to new data released on Friday.The number of new jobs added to the economy accelerated to 256,000 in December, up from 227,000 in November, soaring past expectations. The labor market last month was bolstered by new jobs in healthcare, retail and government. Continue reading...

Politics

20 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

5 hours ago Eight key things to think about if you are buying a home in 2025: Paperwork, credit checks and more

With a bumper crop of housing transactions currently going through the pipeline, experts explain some factors for house hunters to consider.

Economics

31 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

3 hours ago Emmerdale characters rumoured to leave in 2025 amid deadly car crash and lake horror

Emmerdale has teased a first look at what's to come this February, with a terrifying car crash and a frozen lake set to rock the village and put lives at risk

Events

21 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

91 minutes ago Jets, Browns, Jaguars will give up home games to play in London in 2025

Jets, Browns, Jaguars will give up home games to play in London in 2025  NBC Sports

Politics

24 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

6 hours ago Cold weather payments triggered amid freezing temperatures – check if you’re eligible and when to expect money

The first cold weather payments of 2025 have been triggered

Economics

3 hours ago CCTV captures twin sisters walking near Scottish river before disappearance

Police have issued an appeal in the search for missing sisters Eliza and Henrietta Huszti, who were last seen in Aberdeen city centre on 7 January 2025, three days ago.

Events

22 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

93 minutes ago NFL announces Jets, Browns and Jaguars will host London games in 2025 season

NFL announces Jets, Browns and Jaguars will host London games in 2025 season  Daily Mail

Politics

26 hours ago Good Food Guide Awards 2025: Every restaurant named the best in the UK

Restaurants across the UK have been shortlisted for prestigious awards 🏆

Society

6 hours ago A banking expert explains the balance transfer credit card pitfalls to watch out for

Thinking about taking out a new card for 2025? An expert suggests some things to consider first.

Economics

4 hours ago UK hit by three earthquakes in 48 hours with one hitting near major motorway

The UK appears to be a hotbed of earthquakes, with three hitting in just 48 hours and coming days after four hit in one week - making it seven quakes since the start of 2025

Events

25 hours ago 15 beautiful photos of Scotland from the Highlands to the Borders, as captured by our readers

Readers Gallery January 2025: A selection of beautiful pictures from around Scotland taken by contributors to The Scotsman Readers Gallery

Culture

94 minutes ago Jets, Browns, Jaguars Announced as Home Teams for London Games on 2025 NFL Schedule

Jets, Browns, Jaguars Announced as Home Teams for London Games on 2025 NFL Schedule  Bleacher Report

Politics

27 hours ago Symptoms of Clive Myrie's 'drooping eye' syndrome as viewers raise health concerns

BBC News at Six presenter Clive Myrie was hit with a barrage of concern over his health on Monday night

Society

7 hours ago One million NHS Scotland waiting list backlog projections branded ‘terrifying’

The analysis produced by the University of Edinburgh has revealed the full scale of what it would take to clear the Covid-19 pandemic backlog

Economics

4 hours ago Ontario leader warns of ‘pain’ for US if Trump moves forward with tariffs on Canada

Premier of most populous province says rhetoric clouds trade relationship worth hundreds of billions of dollarsThe United States will “feel pain” if Donald Trump doesn’t back down from his threat to impose steep tariffs on its northern neighbour, the leader of Canada’s most populous province has warned.After a tumultuous week that left Canadian leaders flailing for a coherent national response to Trump’s provocations – including the suggestion that the US would annex its closest ally – Ontario premier Doug Ford told the Guardian: “We will never be for sale.” Continue reading...

Events

25 hours ago 15 Beautiful photos of Scotland from the Highlands to the Borders, as captured by our readers

Readers Gallery January 2025: A selection of beautiful pictures from around Scotland taken by contributors to The Scotsman Readers Gallery

Culture

97 minutes ago NFL London: New York Jets, Cleveland Browns and Jacksonville Jaguars to play in 2025 UK games

NFL London: New York Jets, Cleveland Browns and Jacksonville Jaguars to play in 2025 UK games  BBC.com

Politics

28 hours ago BBC Morning Live doctor's 'best thing I've done for health' as she issues advice

Dr Punam Krishan has also issued a health warning to those who experience nausea and headaches saying 'get checked'

Society

12 hours ago Richard Hammond's wife Mindy 'wants to keep £7million Bollitree Castle in the divorce' after he confirms end of their 28

The Top Gear star, 55, confirmed the end of their 28-year marriage on Thursday.

Economics

4 hours ago You be the judge: should my girlfriend agree to exile her unruly dog from my house?

Fernanda’s pooch, Roo, has been banned from the home after an altercation with Vivienne’s cat. You decide if Roo should be let out of the doghouseIf Fernanda’s dog moves in, my cat will get stressed and not come home. That would break my heartI’ve put in more effort to adjust to Vivienne’s life than she has to mine. Roo just needs training Continue reading...

Events

27 hours ago BBC The Traitors fans ask 'who is that' as they 'didn't realise' contestant was in the show

The Traitors continued with a shock elimination, but Anna's presence in the castle caused more confusion amongst fans

Culture

1 hour ago Jets Will Return to London in 2025, Set to Host a Game at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium

Jets Will Return to London in 2025, Set to Host a Game at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium  newyorkjets.comBrowns set to host home game in London for 2025 season  clevelandbrowns.comLondon calling (again): NY Jets to host regular season game at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in 2025, report says  USA TODAY

Politics

30 hours ago BBC Strictly Come Dancing star reveals reason they won't be taking part in live tour

BBC Strictly Come Dancing star, Dr Punam Krishan, has revealed why she won't be taking part in the show's upcoming live tour

Society

14 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

4 hours ago BBC The Traitors fans spot Freddie's 'justice' as another Faithful banished

Viewers have been issuing a demand over Freddie after seemingly seeing his 'justice' for a former co-star

Events

28 hours ago Lauren Laverne steps down from BBC 6 Music breakfast show after taking time out for cancer treatment

Nick Grimshaw, who has been covering her since August, will be taking over the slot full-time as she moves to mid-morning

Culture

1 hour ago Jacksonville Jaguars to play a game at Wembley, one of three hosts for 2025 London Games

Jacksonville Jaguars to play a game at Wembley, one of three hosts for 2025 London Games  Florida Today

Politics

15 hours ago Elizabeth line hits 500m passenger journeys landmark as wider benefits of £20bn link are revealed

Shorter journey times and fewer interchanges are top two reasons for using the Lizzie line

Economics

4 hours ago BBC star who appeared on Jonathan Ross show tragically dies from flu at 56

Kerry Wilson, who appeared on a BBC show hosted by Jonathan Ross, has tragically died at the age of 56

Events

28 hours ago Lauren Laverne quits BBC 6 Music's breakfast show: Presenter will be replaced by Nick Grimshaw as she moves to mid

Lauren Laverne has announced she will step down from BBC 6 Music's breakfast show. This is a breaking news story. More to follow.

Culture

1 hour ago NFL 2025 London games: New York Jets, Cleveland Browns and Jacksonville Jaguars confirmed as designated teams at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium and Wembley

NFL 2025 London games: New York Jets, Cleveland Browns and Jacksonville Jaguars confirmed as designated teams at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium and Wembley  Sky Sports

Politics

20 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

5 hours ago St Columba’s Hospice Care set to receive a donation of up to £162K from The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo

To celebrate 75 years of the iconic event, the Tattoo donates 75p from every Show ticket sold for 2025

Events

29 hours ago Lauren Laverne steps down from BBC Radio 6 Music Breakfast Show after six years

Former BBC Radio 1 presenter Nick Grimshaw will take over the slot in February.

Culture

1 hour ago Jets, Browns, Jaguars are home teams for 2025 NFL London Games: What it means for those selected

Jets, Browns, Jaguars are home teams for 2025 NFL London Games: What it means for those selected  The Athletic

Politics

24 hours ago BBC Bargain Hunt fans slam 'hopeless' experts as team suffer huge loss

Bargain Hunt viewers were left disappointed once again as the BBC show suffered another loss at auction while fans also branded the experts 'hopeless'

Economics

5 hours ago The Traitors' Tyler reveals 'secret' strategy he used on BBC show before shock exit

The latest episode of the cut-throat BBC reality competition saw Faithful Tyler banished from the castle as his close friends turned against him

Events

32 hours ago AP PHOTOS: Making art and fun from the ice, snow and freezing cold in Harbin, China

People are making the best of the freezing weather in northeast China: Sculptors have finely chiseled ice into elaborate structures resembling landmark castles and temples, and visitors are appreciating the artwork and the excitement of ice slides and other attractions at the annual Harbin Ice and Snow World.

Culture