29 minutes ago The best of CES 2025: The biggest and wildest announcements from the annual tech show

AI-boosted gaming chips, solar-powered cars and PS5 games you could smell were among the highlights at this year’s event

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3 hours ago The fastest growing jobs in the UK include AI engineers, interpreters and tour guides

Home health aides rank second on the list of jobs on the rise in the UK

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4 hours ago Sony Honda Mobility Afeela 1: Release date, price and all you need to know about the 2026 EV

From price and range, to computing power and release date, everything we know so far about the upcoming Afeela 1 from Sony and Honda.

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7 hours ago Emmerdale fans spot wedding ring clue as they 'work out' who gets trapped in frozen lake

Emmerdale fans are convinced they know which character will die in the upcoming car crash after spotting a huge clue in the latest publicity photos for the soap

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46 minutes ago DEAR CAROLINE: I moved hundreds of miles to nurse my boyfriend's dying mum

Occasionally I go for drinks after work with colleagues, more duty than pleasure. I always have a soft drink and make the excuse that I have to drive from the station (I don't).

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2 hours ago For Elton John, 'Never Too Late' isn't just a documentary and song — it is a life mantra

Capturing Sir Elton John’s 50-year career is a herculean task

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30 hours ago South Lanarkshire University Health and Social Care Partnership appoint new associate medical director

Dr Jennifer Gibson has a "wealth of experience in primary care, cancer care, and palliative medicine".

Science

63 minutes ago Logistics company seeking approval to carry out alterations to its Eurocentral base

Maritime Transport, which operates a network of rail freight terminals and employs around 3000 staff, has applied to North Lanarkshire Council for planning permission to proceed with various work

Transport

49 minutes ago SFA panel deliver verdict on Rangers penalty incidents against Hibs and Dundee plus Diomande red card debate

Majority decision reached on Easter Road talking point

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9 hours ago Costa del Sol tourist poisoning scandal as disgruntled hotel worker faces jail 'for pouring bleach over buffet dinner out of revenge for losing her job'

Police and prosecutors have said the 50-year-old woman was told her contract was not going to be renewed at the Costa del Sol hotel before she carried out the cruel act.

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5 hours ago Cleaner left mortified after customer points out 'silly' carpet mistake

Karen Royle was left red-faced after her customer pointed out that a 'stain' she had been trying to scrub out of the carpet for five minutes was actually a reflection

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13 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

68 minutes ago 'Public should be shown just how much pressure our care services are under'

A council official said the local authority has been known to spend up to £500,000 a year on single placements for children it looks after

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3 hours ago Graham Norton names huge BBC star as replacement for talk show amid TV break

Graham Norton is about to embark on a new project, meaning he will be temporarily stepping back from his iconic chat show - but a host has now been chosen, and they are a big name

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30 hours ago Energy switching checklist provides essential steps for people trying to lower winter fuel bills

Advice Direct Scotland is urging people not to rush into switching energy suppliers without making several checks first.

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60 minutes ago The beloved Scottish gallery cafe that's closed for makeover inspired by John Bellany painting

Service will be resumed after a short break

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

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

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5 hours ago 'I visited magical UK market town with castle ruins and gorgeous shops'

Llandovery is a small market town in Carmarthenshire. Zoe Chamberlain never knew what a treasure trove it was until she looked beneath the surface

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20 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

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85 minutes ago Head of Met's Black Police Association who swapped thousands of racist and sexist WhatsApp messages is sacked after gross misconduct

Inspector Charles Ehikioya, 58, shared more than 7,000 messages with former PC Carlo Francisco between 2017 and 2020 which included jokes about Harvey Price, disabled people and Muslims

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4 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

19 hours ago Fulham fly past Watford as Cardiff dump Sheffield United out of FA Cup

Fulham 4-1 Watford: Marco Silva’s side continued their unbeaten run as they booked their spot in the fourth round

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60 minutes ago House Training Dogs: Here are the simplest 10 breeds of adorable dog to toilet train

If you value your carpets then these are the dogs that will take their business outside with little in the way of effort.

Politics

26 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

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5 hours ago I make £1,000 a month as a 'financial dominatrix'. Married lawyer and mother AMANDA CARTER reveals her lucrative secret side

Curled up on the sofa after putting my children to bed, I can feel boredom creeping in. My husband is out for the evening - and wouldn't be much company if he was here, to be honest.

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23 hours ago Amad and Marcus Rashford uncertainty as Manchester United squad vs Arsenal hint dropped

Man United's players have been putting the hard yards in at Carrington ahead of Sunday's trip to the Emirates Stadium.

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87 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.

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20 hours ago Dancing On Ice's Ferne McCann says she 'trusts supportive pro skating partner Brendyn Hatfield with her life' as she prepares for first live show after detailing problems in her personal life

It comes shortly after Ferne got candid about her 'tough' relationship with fiancé Lorri Haines, 33, and how the pair are juggling their blended families with their busy careers.

Culture

24 hours ago Car thief drives off with owner hanging out of vehicle in desperate bid to stop him

She was nearly dragged underneath the wheels as she tried to prevent Carl Hunt driving away in her Nissan Note

Transport

63 minutes ago Alpine's Franco Colapinto says it all about Jack Doohan's ominous F1 chances

Alpine announced that former Williams driver Franco Colapinto has joined the team as a reserve driver in a move that casts concerns over Jack Doohan's F1 chances

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29 hours ago Coleen Rooney reveals attacks forced family to leave Liverpool after Wayne joined Manchester United

Family had car windows smashed and house spray-painted after he made £30m move

Society

7 hours ago He made almost £700,000 dealing drugs but will only have to pay back a tiny proportion of that

Klodian Zefi, 36, of Cardiff, was part of an organised crime group which traded in huge quantities of cocaine and cannabis

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25 hours ago Why Arsenal vs Manchester United FA Cup tie will feature 'special' match ball amid Mikel Arteta complaint

The Gunners boss caused quite a stir with his comments about the match ball used in the Carabao Cup

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94 minutes ago Pair hit and killed by car after being seen lying and kneeling in road

Kayleigh Cornwell, 32, and Jason Morgan, 32, were both struck and killed by a Ford Focus in Pontypridd

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30 hours ago Lily Allen breaks down as she confirms split from husband David Harbour admitting she 'can only focus on her pain right now' and will be taking a break from showbiz

Lily Allen has confirmed her split from husband David Harbour in a new podcast as she detailed her fragile state of mind during a 'tough period'.

Culture

28 hours ago Motoring expert reveals the one winter lifesaver every driver needs in their car

He said it was 'more important than ever' to make sure your car was equipped with the device, or potentially face a long wait for help on the roads

Transport

79 minutes ago Fake Aldi supermarket on Google Maps creates carnage in rural Welsh village

Locals in the village of Cyffylliog say they have become used to the sight of hapless tourists looking for an Aldi supermarket down rural lanes

Politics

33 hours ago ‘Never go to bed on an argument’: Hamilton care home couple reveal secret to long and happy marriage on 73rd wedding anniversary

A couple who lives at HC-One Scotland’s Douglas View Care Home, in Hamilton, Lanarkshire, have been celebrating their 73rd Wedding Anniversary together.

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7 hours ago Naomi Watts was told she ‘would never work again’ if she admitted to being menopausal

Watts was warned that drawing attention to your age after 23 years old in Hollywood is ‘career suicide’

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34 hours ago History made: Habib is 1st Lebanese player in Open era to play in a Grand Slam men's singles draw

Hady Habib isn’t likely to find anything too daunting at the Australian Open now that he’s become the first Lebanese player in the Open era to reach a Grand Slam men’s singles draw

Sport

1 hour ago Tonight's Cardiff City news as Bluebirds striker in transfer scramble and new Ricky

The latest Bluebirds news from Cardiff City Stadium

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34 hours ago Tyson Fury's true personality clear for all to see after punching Micah Richards on TV show

Tyson Fury has had a wide variety of rivals in his career, but Micah Richards is probably the last person he expected to strap the boxing gloves on for

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31 hours ago Unexpected item in baggage area: Moment woman mistakes luggage conveyor belt for passenger walkway, falls flat on her back and is carried off into a hole behind airport check in

The woman in Russia had checked in for an S7 airling flight from Vladikavkaz to Moscow 's Domodedovo airport before the bizarre incident occurred.

Transport

1 hour ago School 'gave 240 children detention' on first week back after Christmas break in strict crackdown on uniform

Penair School in Truro allegedly issued detentions to 240 pupils when they returned to school on Tuesday for their first week back of 2025.

Politics

33 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

7 hours ago Sainsbury's jobs: how much are staff paid as UK supermarket announces 5% pay rises

From higher hourly rates to full-time pay boosts, supermarket staff will benefit 🎉

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1 hour 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

31 hours ago Watch: Drunk driver drives into oncoming traffic after swerving across M25 motorway

Watch the moment a drunk driver who was nearly four times over the legal limit, drove into oncoming traffic on a busy A road after swerving across the M25 motorway.

Transport

1 hour ago We haven't been able to make calls since Christmas! Villagers' fury over weeks without phone signal

Locals in the seaside village of Lancing, West Sussex, say they've often been unable to make or receive phone calls since before Christmas .

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8 hours ago AD FEATURE: A&E doctor reveals the ideal way to get speedy treatment this winter

There are a range of NHS options available to help you access the right care in the right place

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1 hour ago Drug dealer, 20, who stabbed rival to death in street was snared by his own designer manbag

A drug dealer who stabbed a rival to death on a London street was found guilty of murder after his reluctance to part with a designer bag he carried during the attack provided police with vital evidence.

Events

2 hours ago Horrific moment hulking driver BODYSLAMS single mother to the ground for unthinkably small reason

Gladior Kwesiah, 26, was arrested and charged with assault and battery for allegedly slamming Hailea Soares, 31. The tiny mother of two waited to hear if she'd ever walk again.

Politics

9 hours ago ‘Heartless’ fraudster stole £1m from bank customers to fund Porsche sports car and lavish lifestyle

Adam Raja used more than 100 mobiles and SIM cards to contact unsuspecting victims from his bedroom in Croydon

Economics

2 hours ago What was the ‘Pizzagate’ conspiracy theory that Edgar Welch believed in as gunman is killed by police?

Edgar Maddison Welch, who was shot dead by North Carolina police Saturday in a seemingly unrelated incident, stormed Comet Ping Pong pizzeria in Washington D.C. in 2016 with an AR-15 assault rifle

Events

2 hours ago 'Instead of facing consequences, Donald Trump's return to power places him above the law'

After being handed an unconditional discharge over his hush money payment to Stormy Daniels, it is clear the 2024 election was really about securing the ultimate "get-out-of-jail-free" card

Politics

9 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

2 hours ago Young woman goes on 'hammer rampage' at Tokyo university leaving eight injured

The young woman, aged 22, is alleged to have told police that she carried out the attack at the university after she became frustrated when other students ignored her

Events

2 hours ago What happens to your body after one alcoholic drink as effects are 'immediate'

With Dry January in full swing, health experts have lifted the lid on how alcohol affects the body - and how taking a break can help

Politics

12 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

2 hours ago Coronation Street fans predict death twist for Rob Donovan and Carla Connor as 'he's up to something'

The siblings are set to be reunited in the ITV soap

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2 hours ago ‘When a friend is struggling, they need an ally, not an opinion’: 11 surprising habits that can ruin friendships

Think you always know what your mate is thinking? Forever making elaborate plans together? You might be doing your friendships more harm than you realise, say these experts“It’s very British to joke and tease to show affection, but it can tip over into being unhealthy,” says the friendship coach Hannah Carmichael. Her online community, Friendshift, coaches adults to build authentic friendships and navigate social situations. “At the heart of every healthy relationship is the ability to show up fully as ourselves,” she says. Continue reading...

Politics

13 hours ago MSPs 'must back private jet tax' as super rich 'burn through carbon budget in 10 days'

Oxfam Scotland says shocking milestone highlights the need for Holyrood budget to rein in lavish private jet culture amongst super-rich.

Economics

2 hours ago Rare mass protests break out in China over teenage death plunge 'cover up' as crowds charge riot cops who respond with brutal violence

Footage on social media captured demonstrators clashing with authorities in China's Shaanxi province in the protest outside a school where a student died earlier in the month.

Events

2 hours ago Trump reacts after his chat with Obama at Jimmy Carter’s funeral goes viral: ‘I got along with just about everybody’

‘It did look very friendly, I must say. I didn’t realize how friendly it looked,’ Trump says of interaction with Obama during funeral

Politics

17 hours ago Inside Scotland's £2.3million shooting gallery for addicts to inject  their heroin in comfort

A £2.3million 'shooting gallery' where drug-users can inject their own heroin and cocaine will fuel addiction and overdose deaths, it was warned yesterday.

Economics

3 hours ago Charity shares harrowing photos of animals injured in devastating LA wildfires

Pasadena Humane - an LA-based animal shelter - said it has taken in over 300 animals due to evacuations, while its staff and volunteers are 'working nonstop' to help with their care.

Events

3 hours ago Car parking charges to be introduced at five popular Welsh seaside locations

Vale of Glamorgan Council's cabinet members agreed in principle to introduce parking charges to a number on-street and off-street sites

Politics

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

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

Economics

3 hours ago Disney+ announces new Caroline Flack documentary five years after her death

A new documentary film focusing on the life of late TV presenter Caroline Flack is currently in production and is set to be released on Disney+ in 2025

Events

3 hours ago Darts sensation Luke Littler stuns bar after turning up at Benidorm competition

Teenage darts sensation Luke Littler has headed to sunny Benidorm for a well-deserved break.

Politics

27 hours ago Winter fuel payments: The cold weather support available for pensioners after new rules introduced

Everything you need to know about the changes to the winter fuel payment

Economics

3 hours ago Notorious A555 Manchester Airport Relief Road finally reopens after being battered by floods and snow

The council has confirmed the duel carriageway route has passed an inspection

Events

3 hours ago Nicola Sturgeon 'takes a fair chunk of responsibility' for SNP election loss

The former first minister also warned "care needs to be taken in moving the party away from the position from which it won eight elections under me".

Politics

27 hours ago Older people can claim two benefits which boost annual income by nearly £10,000 this year

Pensioners no longer due Winter Fuel Payments could increase their annual income by thousands of pounds.

Economics

3 hours ago Rod Stewart’s wife says his 80th birthday will stay in their ‘hearts forever’

The British star celebrates his birthday on Friday after a more than 60-year career.

Events

3 hours 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

27 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 Wildfires latest: 10 confirmed dead as firefighters work to contain blazes in Los Angeles area

Firefighters are hoping for a break from the fierce winds that have fueled massive blazes in the Los Angeles area, killing 10 people, obliterating whole neighborhoods and setting the nation’s second-largest city on edge

Events

3 hours 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

28 hours ago Wealthy businesswoman and her lover 'faked £350,000 jewellery, designer handbag and cash break

Emma O'Shea, 46, is accused of trying to con insurers into paying out after her 'high value' jewellery and envelopes containing thousands of pounds of cash was stolen from her £900,000 home.

Economics

3 hours ago Woman sucked into airport baggage carousel after fall as staff watch on in horror

The woman was seen hopping onto the luggage conveyor belt at Vladikavkaz Airport in Russia, with one person claiming she thought it was the fast track entrance to her flight gate

Events

3 hours 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

29 hours ago Love It Or List It viewers slam 'ugly box' loft conversion on roof of stunning £330,000 period property in sought

On last night's episode of the Channel 4 renovation programme, Kirstie Allsopp and Phil Spencer visited Katy and Carl in Chester, who were looking to upgrade their family home.

Economics

3 hours 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

4 hours ago Anne Reid to star as Queen Elizabeth II in By Royal Appointment stage show

The play will provide a light-hearted look at how the Queen used her dress to express what she was thinking when she was unable to say it.

Politics

30 hours ago I got a £170 parking fine after a broken machine meant I couldn't buy a £1 ticket

Berkeley Bathurst, pictured, claims he was unable to pay the fee to park at the car park in Hornchurch, East London.

Economics

3 hours ago From assassinations to kidnappings – moments that nearly broke the royal family

Royal commentator Jennie Bond remembers one of the most shocking events she had to cover in her career - when she saw Queen Elizabeth at her most vulnerable

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