29 minutes ago Russia responds to Trump's claim he's setting up talks with Putin to 'get that war over with'

Russian President Vladimir Putin is ready to meet with President-elect Donald Trump, the Kremlin said on Friday.

Politics

3 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

46 minutes ago New calls for household bills and expenses to be paid through wages before any tax deductions

Paying for things through your company payroll using your pre-tax salary is known as ‘salary sacrifice’.

Economics

47 minutes ago Transfer news LIVE! Arsenal make Rashford call; Man Utd eye Kolo Muani move; Liverpool get Kvaratskhelia boost

January window is getting busy as Premier League giants plot big signings

Sport

42 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...

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31 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

19 hours ago Trapped astronauts show first cracks with haunting plea from International Space Station

On Wednesday, Butch Wilmore and Sunita Williams joined fellow astronauts Nick Hague and Don Pettit at the ISS to share more details about their lives in space.

Technology

2 hours ago Elon Musk and Nigel Farage: A timeline of Reform’s relationship with the tech billionaire

These two figureheads of the right don’t always agree...

Science

29 hours ago Snow causes travel MAYHEM with huge M56, M60 and M62 delays and roads 'impassable'

Treacherous conditions are taking their toll

Transport

33 minutes ago RuPaul makes touching The Vivienne tribute as Drag Race icons flock to London event

RuPaul's DragCon UK event was opened with a tribute to The Vivienne, as the American actor and TV host called the drag queen his "dear" friend who was "all about love and life"

Politics

22 hours ago Ayrshire house builder enters administration with loss of almost 50 jobs

Connect Modular, based in the Caponacre Industrial Estate in Cumnock, called in administrators after facing “significant financial challenges”.

Society

96 minutes ago Are you eligible for a Cold Weather Payment? Check to see if YOU can claim £25 as icy blast grips Britain

As a bitter Arctic freeze engulfs Britain, with some communities bracing for heavy snow and -20C temperatures, payments have been triggered in a total of 51 postcode areas.

Economics

1 hour ago Transfer news LIVE! Arsenal make Rashford call; Man Utd and Liverpool get Kvaratskhelia boost; Chelsea latest

January window is getting busy as Premier League giants plot big signings

Sport

59 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

38 hours ago I was a contestant on The Traitors and here are some secrets from the show bosses don't want you to know

Alex Gray was a contestant on series one of the show and remained a faithful throughout her time in the game.

Culture

20 hours ago Don't want to do Dry January? Try this alcohol expert's three simple rules for healthier drinking instead

Mindful drinking can be a year-round practice with these simple tips

Science

34 minutes ago Pep Guardiola keeps Salford guessing over Erling Haaland ahead of FA Cup clash

Manchester City boss Guardiola will consider making changes for Saturday’s third-round tie against their fourth-tier neighbours.

Politics

23 hours ago Liverpool's familiar problem causes fresh headache for Arne Slot as boss forced into U

Liverpool's preparations for Saturday's FA Cup third round clash against Accrington Stanley suffered a blow during their journey back from the Carabao Cup defeat to Tottenham

Society

2 hours ago When is Call of Duty Black Ops 6 and Warzone Season 2? Release date now confirmed

Black Ops 6 and Warzone's Season 2 update is coming soon for Call of Duty fans as Activision snuck in a mention into its latest patch notes — here's when it launches

Economics

2 hours ago Chelsea told no player is worth £100m before FA Cup tie with minnows Morecambe

Chelsea have splurged £1.15billion in transfers since Todd Boehly's takeover in 2022 and Morecambe skipper Yann Songo'o has spoken out about their spending ahead of FA Cup clash

Sport

62 minutes ago Hillwalker stretchered off Scots mountainside after suffering leg injury in freezing conditions

A volunteer rescue crew had to carry an injured hillwalker who suffered a leg injury off of Ben Venue on Thursday afternoon.

Events

26 hours ago Charged up: What needs to be done to get more Scots into battery electric vehicles

“The biggest concern we have is increasing the sales mix of battery electric vehicles” – Alan Gall, SMTA

Science

42 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

27 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

2 hours ago Rangers v St Johnstone injury news: Up to 11 out of Ibrox clash as Philippe Clement dealt fresh injury blow

Here is the latest injury news ahead of Rangers vs St Johnstone in the Scottish Premiership at Ibrox this weekend.

Economics

2 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

67 minutes ago Mark Owen's wife furiously hits back at claims that LA wildfires are a celebrity crisis as she exclaims 'I don't give a s**t about my house'

The Take That star and his family have been forced to flee their LA home after the wildfire spread through the ritzy enclave of Pacific Palisades on Tuesday.

Events

46 minutes ago Calls to strip Stuart Hogg of MBE are 'reasonable and understandable', says John Swinney

Hogg was sentenced to a community payback order with one year of supervision after he admitted abusing his ex-partner, Gillian Hogg, over the course of five years.

Politics

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

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

Society

3 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

5 hours ago Ruben Amorim press conference live Manchester United injury updates and transfer latest

Ruben Amorim will conduct his pre-match press conference today ahead of the FA Cup clash with Arsenal.

Sport

78 minutes ago Coroner warning after overdose deaths from 'designer drug' mixed with heroin

A coroner has warned that not enough is being done to tackle deaths from designer opioid drugs

Events

47 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

30 hours ago Rodrigo Bentancur posts health update as fiancee rushes to his hospital bedside after worrying mystery collapse and nine minutes of treatment on the pitch in Tottenham's win over Liverpool

Tottenham midfielder Rodrigo Bentancur has posted an update on his condition after suffering a worrying injury in his side's 1-0 win over Liverpool on Wednesday night.

Society

4 hours ago 'Beautiful' Seasalt Cornwall wool blend coat that's 'stylish and warm' now £107 off

The long check coat is available in sizes eight to 28 and fashion fans are calling it 'a great investment piece'

Economics

5 hours ago Ally Pally's first transgender player QUITS darts for a period for mental health reasons

Dutch star Noa-Lynn van Leuven, 28, made her World Championship debut last month as she lost in the opening round at Alexandra Palace to her fellow countryman Kevin Doets.

Sport

90 minutes ago Coronation Street fans point out 'missing' potential donor to save Carla Connor as they don't get 'single mention'

Carla was rushed to hospital and diagnosed with sepsis before being told she needs a kidney transplant

Events

48 minutes ago Donald Trump promises huge drone announcement will come within days with six

The incoming president says the craft that have been seen in their droves across the East Coast have also spotted above his own Bedminster golf course in the state

Politics

30 hours ago Coleen Rooney reveals her family had to flee Liverpool when husband Wayne's move to Man United from boyhood club Everton sparked attacks on their house and cars

After shining on the international stage for England at Euro 2004, United came calling and Wayne opted to leave his boyhood club to join the Red Devils.

Society

5 hours ago Coronation Street star Simon Gregson 'SPLITS' from wife Emma Gleave and 'could be forced to sell home if he don't pay back £250,000 loan'

The Coronation Street actor, 50, must repay Simon Gregson Productions a sum of £1,500 per month, according to official papers.

Economics

10 hours ago Arsenal transfer news: Mikel Arteta's Alexander Isak plan emerges as Man Utd move for target

Arsenal suffered a disappointing 2-0 home defeat to Newcastle in the first leg of their Carabao Cup semi-final with an FA Cup clash against Manchester United up next

Sport

1 hour ago 'Don't dry your clothes here' warning as freezing temperatures continue

If you use this common place to dry laundry, you could be setting yourself up for problems

Events

61 minutes ago John Swinney 'incredibly disappointed' as he backs calls to revoke rugby star Stuart Hogg's MBE

The First Minister has backed calls for Stuart Hogg to potentially be stripped of his MBE after admitting domestic abuse.

Politics

33 hours ago Love Island star's health battle sees doctors share alopecia signs to look for

Two doctors have shed light on the symptoms of a little-known health condition, after Kaz Crossley's heart-breaking experience

Society

5 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

17 hours ago Fantastic Cardiff City player ratings as special talent shines again and defender really impresses

Here's how the Bluebirds rated in the FA Cup clash with Sheffield United

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

68 minutes 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

9 hours ago Stock market today: Asian shares slide further as rate cut, tariff worries hit market sentiment

Shares have fallen for a second day in Asia after U.S. markets were closed to observe a National Day of Mourning for former President Jimmy Carter

Economics

22 hours ago New Call of Duty report reveals staggering cost of making games in popular series

Call of Duty Black Ops Cold War reportedly cost over $700 million to develop and market, as a new report suggests Activision's shooter's costs are astronomical

Sport

2 hours ago Judge will weigh holding Giuliani in contempt of court after jury's $148 million defamation award

A federal judge is set to hear arguments on whether to hold Rudy Giuliani in contempt of court for continuing to spread lies about two Georgia election workers after they secured a $148 million defamation judgment against him

Events

71 minutes ago London calling (again): Browns to play home game in London next season

London calling (again): Browns to play home game in London next season  92.3 The Fan

Politics

21 hours ago Jamie Lee Curtis is donating $1million to LA fire relief efforts after crying over Pacific Palisades destruction

Jamie Lee Curtis has revealed she is donating $1million toward LA fire relief efforts after fighting back tears over the destruction of Pacific Palisades.

Economics

30 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

2 hours ago Driver killed and another man in critical condition after horror crash on Scots road

The man died after his Suzuki Ignis was involved in a crash with another vehicle near Annan on Thursday, whilst the driver of the other car is in critical condition.

Events

85 minutes ago Watch live: Outside court as Trump to be sentenced in hush money case days before inauguration

Watch live as Donald Trump is scheduled to be sentenced in New York state court in Manhattan on Friday, 10 January, for his criminal conviction stemming from hush money paid to a porn star.

Politics

21 hours ago RICHARD LITTLEJOHN: Have I got a deal for you, Donald... forget Greenland and buy Britain instead!

Donald Trump says he wants to buy Greenland. Elon Musk wants to buy Liverpool FC, according to his dad. But why stop there, chaps? Have I got a deal for you.

Economics

3 hours ago 'I don't want Marcus Rashford to join my old club – he could disappear like Dele Alli'

Marcus Rashford has been warned he's in danger of becoming a footballer like Dele All or Ross Barkley who would "burn brightly and then disappear"

Events

87 minutes ago Every FA Cup third round tie postponed this weekend as first match called off

The cold snap in the UK has caused havoc to the football fixtures up and down the country

Politics

22 hours ago Ninja air fryer sees massive price drop to less than £70 in January sales

The Ninja AF100 air fryer is currently on sale on the brand's website for £69.99, down from its usual price of £119.99 - so don't hang about if you want to pick one up

Economics

3 hours ago The Supreme Court is considering a possible TikTok ban. Here's what to know about the case

The law that could ban TikTok is coming before the Supreme Court

Events

92 minutes ago Rodrigo Bentancur reason for sudden collapse is confirmed, as Tottenham manager Ange Postecoglou issues positive update on his condition

The Uruguayan was substituted in the first half of Tottenham's Carabao Cup semi-final first leg clash with Liverpool after a lengthy delay in which the player received treatment on the pitch.

Politics

24 hours ago TfL pays out over £2m in pothole compensation claims in three years, data reveals

‘Poor local road conditions continue to burn a hole in the budgets of local authorities and drivers’, the RAC has warned

Economics

3 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

1 hour ago Donald Trump sentencing LIVE: President elect learns fate for hush money crimes

Regardless of the outcome at today's sentencing, president-elect Trump, 78, will become the first person convicted of a felony to enter the White House in America's history

Politics

24 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

3 hours ago Now Harriet Harman joins calls for a  new inquiry into grooming gangs as pressure mounts on Keir Starmer

The party grandee suggested the Government should show an 'openness' to a future probe, although she said the PM was 'right' to resist a repeat of previous work.

Events

2 hours ago Scotland freezes in UK's coldest night of winter as temperatures set to fall further

The Met Office reported that the overnight temperatures at Altanharra, northern Scotland, were as low as minus 14C.

Politics

26 hours ago Rachel Reeves faces calls to CANCEL China trip to deal with market chaos as Pound is hammered and UK borrowing costs rise again on fears of 'Stagflation'

The Tories and Lib Dems insisted the Chancellor should drop plans to head for Beijing this weekend amid mounting alarm at the situation.

Economics

4 hours ago Halle Berry packs up and donates her 'entire closet' to help LA fire victims

Halle Berry joined Sharon Stone and Lisa Rinna in a donation effort to help clothe the thousands who have lost everything in the ravaging wildfires in Los Angeles

Events

2 hours ago Elon Musk and Nigel Farage: A timeline of Reform leader’s relationship with the tech billionaire

These two figureheads of the right don’t always agree...

Politics

27 hours ago Sadiq Khan: help me 'take on the Nimbys' to get my £4bn affordable housing plan back on track

Mayor to use Mansion House speech to call for more housing money from Government

Economics

4 hours ago LA fires: Donald Trump's climate denying ways will only inflict more damage

Donald Trump's blasé attitude towards environmental issues has been thrown into stark relief in the wake of the Los Angeles wildfires that have killed at least 10 people

Events

2 hours ago Coronation Street fans 'work out' Rob Donovan's next move as he makes U

Rob was less than welcoming and open to what his son Bobby had to say during their reunion

Politics

28 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

4 hours ago UK weather maps: Long range forecasts reveal exact date huge snowbomb to hit Britain

The UK has been under a barrage of severe weather conditions, with the Met Office covering much of the country with yellow weather warnings due to ice and snow

Events

2 hours ago BREAKING FA Cup third round match off due to freezing cold weather as game postponed

The freezing conditions around the country this week have claimed the first postponement of a busy FA Cup third round weekend after Mansfield Town and Wigan Athletic fall victim

Politics

28 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

4 hours ago Shocking fate of Shamima Begum's ISIS bride friends and phone call that terrified family

Juvenile jihadi bride Shamima Begum continues to fight to come back to the UK from a camp in northern Syria, but what happened to her two schoolgirl friends who joined ISIS alongside her?

Events

2 hours ago FA Cup third round match off due to freezing cold weather as game postponed

The freezing conditions around the country this week have claimed the first postponement of a busy FA Cup third round weekend after Mansfield Town and Wigan Athletic fall victim

Politics

29 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

4 hours ago Philippe Clement called out for 'scandalous' Rangers fault as boss eviscerated in brutal truth bomb

The Light Blues dropped 15 points behind Celtic at the league summit after dropped points at Dundee.

Events

2 hours ago Digested week: put away the hot wax and don’t eat your Christmas tree | Lucy Mangan

Never trust a hippy selling pine-flavoured butter. Plus, a watch that finally explains it allThe AFSCA (Belgium’s federal agency for ensuring food supply chain safety – but of course you knew that) has been forced to issue a warning to the good people of Poirot’s homeland not to eat their Christmas trees. This is after the city of Ghent – an environmentalism hotspot in northern Flanders – posted tips on how to recycle their obsolete festive conifers into food, including using them to make pine-flavoured butter. Continue reading...

Politics

34 hours ago ‘We’re done’: owner of Walter White’s house in Breaking Bad puts it on market – for $4m

Modest family home in Albuquerque has a price tag fit for a meth kingpin – but owner Joanne Quintana warns buyers to prepare for hundreds of visitors a dayThe modest suburban home used as Walter White’s family abode in Breaking Bad is officially on the market for US$4m – almost 10 times the median sale price in its neighbourhood.The ranch-style house in Albuquerque, New Mexico has four bedrooms, two bathrooms and a back yard pool, which featured in crucial scenes in the show. The median price of a house in the same postcode is $421,000, according to real estate company Zillow. Continue reading...

Economics

4 hours ago Two people charged with murdering baby found in cardiac arrest at home

Officers were called to a house in the New Bilton area of Rugby, after reports that a baby had suffered a cardiac arrest, on Tuesday 7, Warwickshire Police said.

Events