63 minutes ago Destiny 2 Xur Exotics today: All items for sale and where to find him on January 10

Destiny 2's Exotic vendor, Xur, is back again this week – here's how to find him, what he's selling, and whether we recommend his offerings before he vanishes again

Politics

95 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

33 minutes ago The Jellycat 'black market': How toy brand with 'cult following' has driven a surge in selling second hand that may be linked to shoplifting

The fuzzy multicoloured teddies have evoked a cult following online, with thousands of videos on TikTok revealing dizzying hauls of the toys - though Jellycat has a darker side.

Economics

4 hours ago Manchester United: Ruben Amorim confirms Kobbie Mainoo transfer stance amid Chelsea 'interest'

The young midfielder is reportedly up for sale this month

Sport

1 hour 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

25 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

21 minutes ago I thought I was suffering lingering symptoms of a cold... but it was a sign of cancer

Anson Mackay, who lives in London , initially contacted his GP in January 2020 after suffering a symptom he assumed was the result of the aftermath of a cold.

Science

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

85 minutes ago Scottish 'Highland retreat' stone's throw from charming fishing village for sale

An amazing opportunity to purchase a one-of-a-kind Scottish home has come up, with "private Highland retreat" Portmahomack in Easter Ross recently hitting the market.

Politics

1 hour ago I stayed at a tranquil Scottish hotel that's home to 'best boutique spa'

A night away, good food and time to relax in an award-winning spa. What more could you need this winter?

Society

82 minutes ago This £10 'ultra hydrating' moisturiser is 'better than' major brand worth £42

Keep your skin hydrated during the cold winter season with the e.l.f Skin Holy Hydration! Sleeping Mask that costs just £10.

Economics

30 hours ago Manchester United revoke four players' 'untouchable' status as part of new transfer plans

Four players were not for sale at Man United in the summer but the team's spiralling form has seen those statuses revoked.

Sport

2 hours ago Listen live to TikTok’s final pleas against possible ban in Supreme Court

Watch live as the US Supreme Court hears oral arguments in a bid by TikTok and its parent company, ByteDance, to block a law intended to force the sale of the app by 19 January or face a ban on national security grounds.

Events

18 hours ago Woman's three horrifying symptoms after sex toy 'dragged through body' in MRI scan

The 22-year-old woman did not tell doctors she had a butt plug, made entirely out of silicone, inserted inside her before having the MRI scan - and the consequences were grim

Science

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

2 hours ago To resist the climate crisis, we must resist the billionaire class | Peter Kalmus

To solve the climate crisis, power must flow away from the billionaire classWhen I feel uncertain, I find it’s helpful to write down things I know to be true. Fossil fuels are causing irreversible planetary overheating. Overheating threatens essentially all life on Earth. Oil and gas executives knew this but they chose to systematically lie and block a climate transition. They continue to make this choice.I choose to focus my energy on the climate crisis because a habitable planet is a prerequisite for everything worth fighting for, and because the prospect of losing a planet feels horrific and sad to me in a primal way that I can’t express with words. I’m also simply in love with the Earth. But planetary overheating is really just the most geophysical symptom of extractive colonial capitalism – “billionairism” – a system designed to pump wealth from the poor to the rich, creating billionaires, the healthcare crisis, the housing crisis, genocide, hierarchies like racism and patriarc...

Society

2 hours 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

3 hours ago Watch live: Outside US Supreme Court as TikTok’s final pleas against possible ban heard

Watch live as the US Supreme Court hears oral arguments in a bid by TikTok and its parent company, ByteDance, to block a law intended to force the sale of the app by 19 January or face a ban on national security grounds.

Events

28 hours ago How to tell the difference between the flu, Covid, RSV and norovirus this winter as cases soar

These are the common symptoms you should know about 🏥

Science

2 hours ago A tiny team of volunteers are making 7,000 toys a year to help sick children

Wendy Bartlett's Whizzknits volunteer group make nearly 600 knitted products every month for the sick and needy, all for free and funded by themselves

Politics

3 hours 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...

Society

3 hours ago Debenhams shoppers bag £557 worth of Dr Botanicals skincare for 93% less in sale

Debenhams' sale is still in full swing and this beauty box contains a face serum worth £89 and a night cream worth £189

Economics

4 hours ago Warning to parents over common travel mistake they make in cold weather that could cost a child's life

Parents have been warned of a seemingly innocent but potentially deadly mistake they could make as they try to keep their child warm this winter as cold weather batters Britain.

Events

29 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

3 hours ago Plans to build blocks of flats on land in Johnstone submitted to Renfrewshire Council

Architects have unveiled proposals for 14 one-bedroom homes and a small retail unit in Macdowall Street.

Politics

4 hours ago Woman's genius tip for heating up food if you have a power cut this winter

Instead of panicking next time your lights go out, be prepared with a genius tip that could make all the difference - people in hurricanes and power cuts say it really works

Society

4 hours ago Experts reveal ‘ideal’ temperature to keep your bedroom in winter to save money and sleep better

The ideal temperature for your bedroom is cooler than you might think

Economics

5 hours ago Cyriel Dessers sees Rangers transfer exit talks 'held' with club 'open' to striker sale

The hitman has fallen down the pecking order under Philippe Clement in recent weeks

Events

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.

Science

3 hours 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

7 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

5 hours ago Ninja kitchen essential 'perfect for cooking family meals' reduced to £18 in Argos deal

"Great for cooking, minimal effort to wash, absolutely love them"

Economics

6 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

31 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

3 hours ago Corrie's Simon Gregson breaks cover next to 'for sale' sign day after 'estranged wife' mystery

Coronation Street actor Simon Gregson broke his cover after the Mirror revealed he could be forced to sell his house if he doesn't pay a £250k loan to his production company

Politics

20 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

6 hours ago Marks and Spencer's 'luxury' £165 bedding set that's perfect for spring slashed to £67 elsewhere

Hundreds of colourful petals cascade across the inky background, with a plum reverse to complete the vibe

Economics

6 hours ago Ontario leader warns of ‘pain’ for US if Trump imposes 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 – the Ontario premier, Doug Ford, told the Guardian: “We will never be for sale.” Continue reading...

Events

32 hours ago HMPV virus – latest: EU monitoring cases amid soaring infections across China

Cases of the flu-like virus have spiked across northern Chinese provinces this winter

Science

20 hours ago Inside Russian spy's Norfolk guesthouse: Jurors are shown images of Great Yarmouth hotel rooms crammed with surveillance equipment as court hears he boasted about being like James Bond's 'Q'

Orlin Roussev, 46, boasted to his controller that he was becoming like the 007 character as he prepared his spying 'toys' for kidnap and surveillance operations across Europe.

Society

8 hours ago Shoppers snap up 'beautiful' £495 designer watch for £76 in huge Debenhams sale

Debenhams is offering a whopping 85% off the watch that shoppers say reminds them of a Rolex

Economics

7 hours ago Marcus Rashford branded 'bang average' in scathing attack on Man Utd star

Marcus Rashford has been exiled by Man Utd boss Ruben Amorim and is up for sale, with ex-England star Chris Waddle describing the striker as "bang average" in a scathing attack

Events

4 hours ago What is a cold weather payment, how much is it, and how can I get one?

The payments will automatically be added to the accounts of those eligible – but how much are cold weather payments?

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 Estée Lauder fans race to buy £97 makeup gift set slashed to just £26 online

The flash deal offers Estée Lauder fans the opportunity to bag three full-sized makeup products for less than £9 each

Economics

8 hours ago ‘My heated blanket keeps me so warm I hardly ever have the heating on and now it's on sale'

Silentnight's heated blanket has been a saviour for keeping me warm during the winter weather. It costs pennies to run and heats up almost instantly, keeping my heating bill down

Events

4 hours ago Brits prioritising AI, luxe holidays and ticking off new destinations in 2025

Holidays are an essential need for many of us, but the way we travel is changing: a new easyJet report unpacks how

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

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

Economics

11 hours ago First fire festival of the long, dark winter to light up Scottish island

Torches at the ready in Scalloway.

Events

4 hours ago Glass a day of common fruit juice slashes fat and helps control weight

Researchers discovered drinking 12 ounces of the juice daily for a week causes positive changes in a person's health

Politics

29 hours ago Minimum temperature to heat your home at to avoid frozen pipes without hiking energy bills

As temperatures plummet across the UK, understanding how to effectively heat your home in the winter is crucial

Society

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

12 hours ago Surprising 99p superfood may 'slash your risk of cancer' says Harvard expert

One 2014 study showed that men who ate over 10 portions of this food per week had an 18% lower risk of developing prostate cancer

Events

5 hours ago Expert shares essential checklist to prevent costly boiler repairs this winter

As the Met Office issued further severe weather warnings this week with more snow and ice on the way, nearly seven in 10 Brits say boiler breakdown is their 'biggest fear'

Politics

31 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

9 hours ago Shop a 'brilliant' dehumidifier that 'dries clothes quicker' worth £230 for less as it has 72% off

There's a dehumidifier causing quite the stir among shoppers as it not only 'dries clothes quicker' according to customer testimonials, but it's also been slashed from £300 down to £85

Economics

12 hours ago Winter storm plods into the Deep South, prompting states of emergency and school closures

Another blast of winter storms is closing schools, snarling flights and putting millions of residents on alert across parts of the Deep South and south-central U.S. The National Weather Service says heavy snowfall and icy conditions are likely Friday in Mississippi, Georgia, Kentucky and Tennessee

Events

5 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

9 hours ago Shoppers can snap up £300 'brilliant' dehumidifier that 'dries clothes quicker' for £85

Shoppers can currently bag a 'sleek and compact' dehumidifier for £85, down from £300, and it has garnered a wealth of positive reviews from satisfied customers

Economics

13 hours ago LA fires live updates: at least seven deaths as California wildfires rage and crews battle new fire

Palisades, Kenneth and Eaton fires remain uncontrolled as Los Angeles officials say ‘historic winds’ and extensive droughts have created the ‘perfect storm’Full report: Los Angeles fires burn through city as death toll expected to riseVisual explainer: why are the LA wildfires so bad?As wildfires spread across Los Angeles in the middle of winter, the EU’s Copernicus Climate Change Service confirms global temperatures eclipsed the 1.5C warming barrier for the first time.As Damian Carrington explains:The average temperature in 2024 was 1.6C above preindustrial levels, data from the EU’s Copernicus Climate Change Service (C3S) shows. That is a jump of 0.1C from 2023, which was also a record hot year and represents levels of heat never experienced by modern humans. Continue reading...

Events

5 hours ago What TV channel is Borussia Dortmund vs Bayer Leverkusen? Live stream, ref, VAR and team news as Bundesliga returns

German football is back after a winter break and there's a blockbuster clash as two giants go head-to-head

Politics

10 hours ago 'Beautiful' padded coat that's 'super warm' now £81 off in Debenhams sale

The retailer is offering a 51% discount on the insulated coat which comes in three colours - khaki, black, and blue

Economics

16 hours ago Frozen Britain wakes after 'coldest night of the winter': Warnings over

Brits will wake up to a frosty morning after sub-zero temperatures iced parts of the country in what was expected to be the coldest night of winter so far. 

Events

6 hours ago Victoria Beckham's luxury skincare set including 'best ever serum' has money off

The Healthy Skin Set from Victoria Beckham Beauty features skincare essentials that promise to leave you with a radiant complexion - and it saves you £18

Politics

17 hours ago More than two million train tickets to be discounted during sale next week

Cheaper Advance and Off-Peak tickets will be available to buy in the rail sale between January 14 and 20.

Economics

17 hours ago Emmerdale villagers left fighting for their lives after car plunges through frozen lake in first look at deadly winter wipeout

In the sneak peek pictures, the crew can be seen standing on the icy lake with a car stuck headfirst in to the ice.

Events

7 hours ago All we know about Ubisoft 'sale' after 'emergency' call and Assassin's Creed delay

Ubisoft reportedly held an emergency conference call yesterday following Assassin's Creed: Shadows being delayed — here's all we know about reports that the company is looking to sell

Politics

23 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

19 hours ago LA fires: Harry and Meghan among California's famous residents set to flee homes as wildfires rage

Prince Harry's and Meghan Markle's security team has been co-ordinating an evacuation plan while packing essentials for their children, Archie, five, and Lilibet, three

Events

7 hours ago Amazon users get 'best night's sleep' with winter duvet cut to 'lowest price'

The online firm has reduced the Silentnight Just Like Down 13.5 Tog Duvet to its "lowest price in 30 days."

Politics

23 hours ago Inside Toyota's £8bn 'city of the future' where residents will participate in 'living laboratory'

The idea of the environmentally-friendly 'Woven City' was unveiled five years ago, with plans to 'shape the future of mobility' and serve as a 'living laboratory' for inventors

Economics

24 hours ago Met Office forecasters reveal exactly when the weather will warm up again after days of ice and snow warnings

Thursday night (January 9) is expected to be the coldest night of winter so far - but it won't last long

Events

7 hours ago Rail sale: When you can access cheap train tickets and the operators taking part

It marks the 200th anniversary of the world’s first passenger train service

Politics

24 hours ago Nike's 'comfiest' Air Max trainers slashed by 70% to £24 with Sports Direct deal

By stacking two deals, shoppers can bag a pair of Nike Air Max for less than £25

Economics

24 hours ago Woman suffers traumatic injuries as sex toy 'dragged through body' in MRI scan

The report into the incident said the patient did not disclose she had a sex toy inserted inside her before the MRI was carried out and began screaming when the machine pulled at the object.

Events

7 hours ago UK sees coldest night of winter as temperatures expected to fall further

Overnight temperatures fell as low as minus 14C in Altanharra, northern Scotland, according to the Met Office.

Politics

24 hours ago The tiny beach hut on sale for the same price as a family home: Wooden cabin in Britain's beach hut property hotspot hits the market for £450,000

Mudeford Spit in Christchurch Harbour, Dorset, has emerged as one of the most desirable addresses for buyers seeking out picturesque coastal locations.

Economics

25 hours ago Five fresh weather warnings issued as huge snowfall grounds planes, blocks railways lines and sparks huge motorway delays

The Met Office has issued five fresh weather warnings for the next 48 hours as huge snowfall grounds planes, blocks railways lines and sparks huge motorway delays.

Events

8 hours ago Every Premiership team's dream January transfer from Rangers defensive essential to £40m Celtic man

With the window now in full swing, top-flight clubs will be keen bolster their squads with signings that could make all the difference

Politics

25 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

25 hours ago Woman shares 'genius' hack to restore UGG boots damaged by harsh weather

UGG boots are a winter staple for many of us, but despite the comfort and warmth they provide, they can be tricky to maintain – but one woman has come up with a way to keep them looking pristine

Events