57 minutes ago Donald Trump is sentenced to unconditional discharge in Stormy Daniels hush money case as he becomes first US president with criminal conviction

Donald Trump was officially sentenced in the New York hush money case involving porn star Stormy Daniels, putting him on track to become the first convicted felon to be sworn in as president.

Politics

65 minutes ago BBC Food's 'simple and delicious' leek and potato soup recipe is 'ready in 15 minutes'

This classic and comforting leek and potato soup is the ultimate winter warmer. It's made with just a few simple ingredients, is full of flavour and has a dreamy, creamy texture

Society

82 minutes ago 'Property firm upped service charge for elderly cancer patient by nearly £1,000 in 2 years'

This is the claim of Swansea MP Torsten Bell who was one of a number of politicians who called the MD of FirstPort to Parliament to answer questions over the company's 'shoddy behaviour'

Economics

7 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

52 minutes ago Moment reckless driver in stolen car ploughs into police officer after high

PC Derek Hearn was following 'extremely dangerous' driver Marvin Geddes, 33, after trying to pull him over for suspected cloned registration plates when the thug rammed him in Hampshire.

Events

58 minutes ago Actor films narrow escape from Palisades fire as he’s nearly forced into the ocean

‘It was hell. It was inferno,’ Sebastian Harrison described of the devastating wildfires

Culture

71 minutes ago Nurse fired for 'bizarre' and 'disgusting' act that stunned patient and left supporters PRAYING for his health

A nurse at an Iowa hospital committed a 'bizarre' and 'unhinged' act next to a man suffering congenital heart disease in a viral video that got her fired.

Science

28 hours ago Manchester Airport suspends flights to clear 'significant snow' as England shivers in

Manchester Airport stopped all flights again this morning due to heavy snow with departures and arrivals thrown into chaos as teams cleared the runways with Met Office warnings still in place.

Transport

58 minutes ago Falkirk Council announces plans to scrap free uplift for people on low incomes

Councillors have been told the service is costing too much to run and everyone must pay something

Politics

1 hour ago DWP cold weather payment: Heater that costs 16p to run now less than £20 at Debenhams

Down to just £18.82 from the usual £44.99 with a massive 58% discount, this oil filled radiator is more than capable of heating up a home office or a small bedroom

Economics

8 hours ago Spanish football WAGs claim they were harassed and 'touched without consent' by men during Real Madrid's Super Cup semi

Cristina Palavra, the spouse of Mallorca midfielder Dani Rodriguez denounced the harassment she and a section of the team's supporters suffered.

Sport

52 minutes ago Everything we know about ‘armed’ arson suspect arrested near Kenneth blaze as LA wildfires rage

LAPD believe Kenneth Fire was started intentionally after breaking out on Thursday, with Palisades and Eaton fires still burning, as death toll reaches 10

Events

4 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

3 hours ago Some Greater Manchester hospital patients are 'waiting 24 hours for a bed' as staff make worrying claim

About 20 NHS trusts in England have declared critical incidents this week

Science

29 hours ago Major airport suspends flights to clear 'significant snow' as England shivers in

Manchester Airport stopped all flights again this morning due to heavy snow with departures and arrivals thrown into chaos as teams cleared the runways with Met Office warnings still in place.

Transport

60 minutes ago Elizabeth line becomes single busiest railway service in the UK with 500 million journeys

The railway line has boosted jobs and housing around its stations, says TfL

Politics

4 hours ago Spending less time on X (Twitter) has 'vastly improved my mental health', says Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy

The Cabinet minister said that reducing her time on Twitter meant she also better understood ‘what really matters to the country’

Society

2 hours ago Coronation Street star Simon Gregson cuts a solitary figure as he's seen for the first time since it was revealed he 'could be forced to sell home if he doesn't pay back £250K loan'

The Coronation Street actor, 50, wrapped up warm in a thick padded jacket and gloves after snow fell in the region over night.

Economics

9 hours ago Squid Game fans joke ‘someone is getting fired’ after spotting major blunder at key moment in season 2 finale

Hit Netflix show has fallen victim to a filming error in new season

Sport

53 minutes ago Kaitlyn Braun, pregnancy fraudster, 25, who lied about being raped and faked stillbirths, had a 'fetish' for tricking healthcare workers, BBC podcast reveals

A new BBC World Service and CBC podcast, Kaitlyn's Baby, investigates how 25-year-old Kaitlyn Braun, from Ontario, conned over 50 doulas into helping her 'give birth'.

Events

5 hours ago Harrowing before and after photos show the full extent of damage caused by devastating LA wildfires

Huge swathes of LA and its coastline are seen laid to waste in the graphic pictures, with countless houses and structures having imploded under the ferocious heat and power of the fires

Culture

20 hours ago Killer nurse Lucy Letby could have been stopped sooner if there had been an independent medical examiner at her hospital, ex Health Secretary Jeremy Hunt tells inquiry

Delays in appointing specialist doctors to look into deaths not investigated by a coroner in NHS hospitals meant the 'dots' were not joined up, the Hunt told the public inquiry into her crimes.

Science

29 hours ago Snow and heavy winds bring travel disruption with airport runways shut

Large parts of the UK continue to face yellow weather warnings for snow and ice on Thursday, with another ‘very cold night’ expected.

Transport

70 minutes ago 'Inconsiderate' influencer on Ryanair flight called out for 'desperate' plane act

Instagram food influencer Lola Young decided to bake a cheesecake during her recent flight with Ryanair - but some people have branded her 'inconsiderate' and 'desperate for likes'

Politics

6 hours ago The last house standing after California fires: Miracle as Malibu home is left intact while properties on either side are burned to the ground

Rows of glitzy waterfront houses lay in charred ruins after the punishing blaze ripped through them - save for one miracle structure which stood alone, flanked by smoldering debris

Society

3 hours ago Older people in specific areas across Scotland can claim new £434 monthly benefit from March

Pension Age Disability Payment will only be available to people over State Pension age living in Scotland.

Economics

18 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

54 minutes ago Selling Sunset cast left in tears as LA fires continue to tear apart homes

Selling Sunsets stars Chrishell Stause, Mary Bonnet, Jason and Brett Oppenheim, and Nicole Young shared how they'd been affected by the devastating fires in Los Angeles

Events

5 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

27 hours ago Experts claim China's HMPV virus outbreak could hit grim 43% mortality rate for some

Experts believe China's recent outbreak of HMPV could reach a staggering mortality rate of 43% amongst certain demographics – children, elderly and immuno-compromised most at risk

Science

72 minutes ago Pamela Anderson takes swipe at Pam & Tommy and calls her new film ‘payback’

Former ‘Baywatch’ star claims that Hulu series about her relationship was made without her permission or involvement

Politics

7 hours ago New mystery virus leaves hundreds of adults and children bald as health officials baffled

Hundreds of people have been left bald by a mystery virus, with health officials at a loss as to what has caused it with not much in common between all 15 villages where it's been seen

Society

3 hours ago Corrie star Simon Gregson forced to deny split from wife Emma Gleave after court paper error as it's revealed he 'could be forced to sell home if he doesn't pay back £250K loan'

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

Economics

20 hours ago ITV The Chase fans issue the same complaint as they fume final is 'rigged'

The Chase viewers were left fuming as they claimed one of Jenny Ryan's questions was far too easy in the final.

Sport

57 minutes ago California wildfires live updates: at least 10 people killed; winds expected to pick up again

Officials warn people against returning home too soon amid continued threats to life from broken gas and power lines; details emerge about victimsAfter the fire, the insurance battles: new ordeals to comeFleeing the LA fires alone on a wheelchair: ‘I had to take my chances’Californians: 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

15 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

28 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

84 minutes ago US and UK will target Russia’s energy sector with new sanctions as Biden prepares to leave office

Biden administration officials say the sanctions are being imposed now because they are not likely to add to inflation

Politics

8 hours ago Met Office weather forecast shows how cold it will get this weekend as

The weekend will be cold but it is finally set to get a little warmer, according to the Met Office

Society

4 hours 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

23 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

67 minutes ago Shamima Begum's life now Syrian prison camp and why she 'could be free' soon

The Foreign Secretary David Lammy has ruled out allowing her to return to the UK.

Events

30 hours ago Hollywood fires: Apocalyptic photos show devastation as five die and celebrities' homes destroyed

Three of the massive fires currently remain at 0% containment according to local authorities

Culture

30 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

85 minutes ago King Charles new strategy to 'deploy' Princesses Beatrice and Princess Eugenie

Princess Beatrice and Princess Eugenie were once branded a "laughing stock" after a royal blunder but it's now been claimed that King Charles has a plan to keep the sisters semi in the royal fold

Politics

9 hours ago Debenhams reduces 'stunning' £72 heater to £23 that's perfect for any home without a fireplace

"Stunning, really pleased with it. Flame creates a beautiful calm feeling to the room"

Society

4 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

27 hours ago Arsenal: Jason Ayto gets chance to stake claim for sporting director job after Mikel Arteta backing

Edu’s interim replacement could strengthen his hopes of permanent promotion as he leads search for much-needed attacking reinforcements

Sport

71 minutes ago Winter storm wallops Southeast putting 50 million at risk of snow, ice

The National Weather Service says heavy snowfall and icy conditions are likely Friday in Mississippi, Georgia, Kentucky and Tennessee

Events

31 hours ago School of Rock child stars tie knot after first meeting on set of Hollywood film

Caitlin Hale and Angelo Massagli first met at the age of 10 on the set of School of Rock; now, the pair have officially got hitched in a touching ceremony on Saturday

Culture

34 hours ago Mapped: How many flu cases are in my area as hospitals declare critical incidents?

The number of people admitted to hospital with flu has quadrupled over the past month with health services feeling the strain

Science

86 minutes ago New survey reveals that employees with poor sleep are 'bad for business'

A wake-up call for bosses as study finds that poor sleep hurts work productivity.

Politics

10 hours ago Inside 22 Kids & Counting star Millie Radford's life from motherhood to fairytale wedding

Millie Radford, who stars in 22 Kids and Counting, is the seventh child of Noel and Sue Radford and has three children of her own - here's everything you need to know about her life off screen

Society

4 hours ago What IS going wrong with the UK economy? How a spike in debt servicing costs threatens to derail Labour as 'Stagflation' fears mount... and Pound is branded the 'Great British Peso'

A major plank of Keir Starmer's pitch at the election was that Labour would bring much-needed stability to the UK economy.

Economics

34 hours ago Manchester United may already possess the goalscoring gem that will save them millions

United are in need of more goalscoring firepower but they may already have the gem ready to uncover in their ranks

Sport

73 minutes ago After the fire, the insurance battles: LA victims’ ordeal may just be beginning

‘Now we have to make sure there’s not a second, financial tragedy that follows the physical catastrophe,’ says consumer advocateCalifornia wildfires – liveCalifornia homeowners who lost everything in this week’s devastating Los Angeles-area fires now have to battle their insurance companies to recover the value of their homeowners’ policies – if they are lucky enough to have insurance at all.With estimates of the economic damage from the fires now reaching $52bn-$57bn, consumer advocates and veterans of past disasters say homeowners can expect weeks or months of paperwork to prove that they have lost what they say they have lost, if not also pressure from claims adjusters and a whole class of disaster professionals to make a quick settlement for less than they are entitled to under their policies. Continue reading...

Events

1 hour ago When Pape Gueye will be back for Aberdeen as Jimmy Thelin draws out hopeful return timeline

Gueye started the season on fire and fans may not have long to wait to see him back

Politics

10 hours ago Paris Hilton emotionally returns to charred Malibu beach house after being destroyed in LA fires: 'Truly indescribable'

It comes just one day after the TV personality, 43, confirmed that she saw the property 'burn to the ground on live TV.'

Society

4 hours ago Shoppers slam major supermarkets for new packaging change as they claim it affects the taste and smell of the products

Jamie Devine, who resides in Scotland, took a trip to the budget German supermarket to pick up some groceries and was shocked when he reached the beef aisle.

Economics

79 minutes ago Richard Hammond's daughter Izzy, 24, reveals her father 'was barely human' and could not 'be a father figure' after first Top Gear crash as TV star announces end of his 28

Richard Hammond, 55, confirmed his split with Mindy, 59, on Thursday with insider claims that he has become increasingly harder to live after the two near-fatal car crashes.

Events

1 hour ago Traitors star Tyler Smith reveals he has found love and is in his first relationship after previously claiming he'd never had a girlfriend

The Traitors star Tyler Smith has found love after appearing on the show where he revealed he had never had a relationship before.

Politics

10 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

5 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

81 minutes ago Pictures show devastating scale of fatal house fire as police issue update

South Wales Fire and Rescue Service called the tragedy 'extremely challenging'

Events

2 hours ago There are no adults in the room: there’s barely a room. This is politics at warp speed, and we know who’s benefiting | Marina Hyde

Fiscal crisis, corruption claims, shenanigans and legal threats. This feels like the week old-style politics sat on a grenade The worst-timed foreign visit by a politician this week was LA mayor Karen Bass deciding to attend the inauguration of the president of Ghana. The second worst might be Rachel Reeves’s decision to push ahead with her China bridge-building trip against a backdrop of market turmoil, soaring UK borrowing costs and the inevitability of rising food prices. But look, maybe have no fear. The chancellor has apparently told all her cabinet colleagues to “cease anti-growth measures” – amazing – and also to come up with specific plans to boost economic activity. I am already picturing her opening the bits of paper from the hat. “Right, I’ve got 20 for ‘build an effing time machine’ and one that just says ‘Pass’. Sorry, Lammy – this isn’t Celebrity Mastermind.”As for auto-satirical lowlights further down the ministerial ladder, do keep your eye on anti-corruption ministe...

Politics

13 hours ago Bella Hadid reacts to childhood home burning down as she shares photo of mom Yolanda Hadid's mansion in flames

Bella Hadid shared a heartbreaking photo of her childhood home burning down amid the ongoing fires tearing through Los Angeles. 

Society

5 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

97 minutes ago Leicester City owner’s family takes record claim against helicopter company over crash

The case is valued at £2.15 billion

Events

2 hours ago Not a sweet goodbye: Biden is less popular leaving office than Trump and Obama were

The outgoing president’s approval ratings are comparable to Richard Nixon, who resigned amid the Watergate scandal

Politics

18 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

6 hours ago London Underwriters (LU) Announces Partnership with Draftrs Insurance on LU ONE to Deliver Professional Liability Coverage for Small Business Professional Service Firms

London Underwriters (LU) Announces Partnership with Draftrs Insurance on LU ONE to Deliver Professional Liability Coverage for Small Business Professional Service Firms  Coverager

Economics

1 hour ago What are the Santa Ana winds that are fueling devastating fires across Southern California?

The National Weather Service has issued an extreme weather warning of a life-threatening and destructive windstorm

Events

2 hours ago Met inspector committed gross misconduct over racist and sexist message chat

Inspector Charles Ehikioya, chairman of the MBPA, had said said the claims were fabricated or falsely attributed to him because of his position.

Politics

19 hours ago Candy Spelling's $23M Malibu beach house destroyed in LA fires as star mourns 'massive loss'

Candy Spelling has lost her Malibu beach house in the California wildfires that have swept through Los Angeles. The 79-year-old icon's 7-bedroom oceanside retreat is now reduced to rubble and ash.

Society

7 hours ago New online PIP tool to help people make a successful claim for up to £737 each month to DWP

The Turn2Us PIP Helper aims to tackle application barriers with step-by-step guidance and award estimations to increase claimant's chances of making a successful claim.

Economics

1 hour ago WAGs claim they were harassed and 'touched without consent' by large groups of Saudi Arabian men during Real Madrid match in the country

Cristina Palavra, the spouse of Mallorca midfielder Dani Rodriguez denounced the harassment she and a section of the team's supporters suffered.

Events

2 hours ago Manchester City given encouragement in Marmoush chase and eye Khusanov

Frankfurt may consider €60m-plus bid for forwardCity also preparing £33m bid for Palmeiras’s Vítor ReisManchester City are considering testing Eintracht Frankfurt’s resolve to keep highly-rated forward Omar Marmoush with a formal bid while also monitoring Lens centre-back Abdukodir Khusanov and preparing an offer of €40m (£33m) for Palmeiras’s 18-year-old defender Vítor Reis.While Frankfurt’s official stance is that Marmoush is not for sale, it is understood the club, currently third in the Bundesliga, may countenance a €60m-plus (£50m-plus) offer for the 25-year-old Egyptian, who has scored 18 goals and provided 12 assists in all competitions this season. Continue reading...

Politics

21 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

8 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

1 hour ago Chef has arm amputated after it was 'blown to pieces' by electric shock while he prepared for restaurant lunch service

Matt Davies, 56, had his arm 'blown to pieces' in a freak accident while preparing for lunch service in a restaurant.

Events

2 hours ago DWP to make huge change to services in bid to make benefits system 'simpler'

The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) plans to introduce "more automation" to its telephone services and boost its digital and in-person support

Politics

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

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

Society

8 hours ago Culture Secretary says England cricket match against Afghanistan SHOULD go ahead as a boycott over Taliban's 'medieval' treatment of women would be 'counterproductive'

Lisa Nandy argued that a boycott of the Champions Trophy one-day game in Pakistan next month would be 'counterproductive'.

Economics

1 hour ago LA fires live updates: Santa Ana winds set to return as crews scramble to control blazes that left 10 dead

Death toll continues to climb as the arson suspect, allegedly armed with a ‘propane tank’ or ‘flamethrower,’ is being held in police custody

Events

2 hours ago Tesco urges Government to deliver clear plan to support farming transition

Chief commercial officer Ashwin Prasad said the industry needs a clear vision for sustainable agriculture.

Politics

22 hours ago ‘Actively dangerous’: 15,000 doctors sign letter begging Senate to reject RFK Jr for health secretary

Kennedy, among other controversies, has spread misinformation about the COVID-19 vaccine

Society

15 hours ago Company boss flew into a rage and attacked employee with a toolbox after they cost him a £128,000 contract at Amazon for vaping, court hears

Stephen Bamrick and his team were escorted off the Fife site where they were installing fibre-optic cabling after an employee ignored a ban on smoking or vaping.

Economics

2 hours ago Mandy Moore tells followers to 'F Off' after facing backlash for LA fires GoFundMe

Mandy Moore told her followers to f*** off after she was criticized for asking for donations for her relatives affected by the Los Angeles fires .

Events

2 hours ago Nintendo breaks silence on Switch 2 leaks after CES 'reveal' of new console

Nintendo has finally spoken about the Nintendo Switch 2, confirming prior leaks from accessory manufacturer Genki are "not official" as speculation about a reveal date intensifies

Politics

23 hours ago Weather Channel horrifies viewers by airing gruesome sight among fire debris

On Wednesday multiple social media users shared clips of the moment they believed showed human remains amid the devastation left by the wildfires.

Society

16 hours ago Coronation Street's Simon Gregson 'could be forced to sell home if he doesn'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

2 hours ago TikTok ban: US supreme court hears oral arguments over fate of app – live updates

Justices hear arguments after app’s Chinese-based parent company ByteDance asked justices to review caseCould Donald Trump stop the TikTok ban?Trump has filed a request with the Supreme Court to delay the implementation of a ban on TikTok until he takes office on 20 January, which the court declined to immediately act on. The president-elect’s intervention shows the significant effort by TikTok to forge inroads with Trump and his team during the presidential campaign. Continue reading...

Events

2 hours ago New details emerge of additional learning needs school in the Rhondda as plans are submitted

The plan is to build a new 3-19 school on the site of former RCT Council offices in Clydach Vale which will accommodate up to 176 pupils and have 113 full-time equivalent staff

Politics

23 hours ago The celebrity homes destroyed in LA fires mapped: As thousands lose their properties use our interactive map to behold the devastation

Anthony Hopkins , Miles Teller and Anna Faris are just a few of the many celebrities whose stunning mansions have been reduced to ash and rubble.

Society

17 hours ago Greggs and Greene King among firms backing drive to get offenders into work

Leaders from major employers will be among those to sit on new employment councils in regions across England and Wales.

Economics

2 hours ago Mikel Arteta sends transfer warning with clear verdict on solution to Arsenal struggles

Arsenal boss has suggested it is up to current squad to deliver necessary firepower for rest of season

Events

3 hours 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

24 hours ago Heidi Montag emotionally admits she has ‘two pairs of jeans and two shirts’ left after LA fire torched home

Montag’s husband Spencer Pratt documented the wildfire on social media as it ripped through their home in Pacific Palisades

Society

18 hours ago Musk, after months of blustering, admits DOGE wont find $2 trillion worth of cuts in federal budget

Musk has been claiming he could make $2 trillion in cuts since October

Economics

2 hours ago Council issues update after 'hooligans' daub war memorial with graffiti

Officers are trying to find those responsible

Events

3 hours ago Britain suffers coldest January night in 15 years as Met Office map shows where temperatures are set to plunge even further with chance of

Overnight temperatures dropped to -14.5C in Altnaharra, a small hamlet in the Scottish Highlands,making it the coldest January overnight temperature since 2010.

Politics

25 hours ago UK weather live: Britain braces for coldest night of winter so far with temperatures to drop as low as

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

Society

18 hours ago Musk, after months of blustering, admits DOGE won’t find $2 trillion worth of cuts in federal budget

Musk has been claiming he could make $2 trillion in cuts since October

Economics

2 hours ago M&S shoppers rave over 'packable' puffer jacket that is 'unbelievably warm'

Make sure you are protected at all times in the cold snap with M&S' Feather & Down Quilted Packaway Puffer Jacket.

Events