37 minutes ago The Guardian view on the LA fires: Donald Trump’s denial and division fuel climate inaction | Editorial

Events in California reveal how political obstruction is deepening a climate crisis that needs urgent action to prevent it becoming an irreversible disasterThe wildfires ravaging Los Angeles have killed at least 10 people, displaced 180,000 and scorched about 40 square miles – an inferno driven by fierce winds and severe drought in what should be California’s wet season. It is a sobering reminder that the climate crisis is driving wildfires to become more frequent, intense and destructive – leaving ruined lives, homes and livelihoods in their wake. The US president Joe Biden responded by mobilising federal aid. By contrast the president-elect, Donald Trump, a convicted felon who was criminally sentenced on Friday, used the disaster to spread disinformation and stoke political division.The climate crisis knows no national borders. Deadly floods in Spain, Hawaii’s fires and east Africa’s devastating drought show nowhere is safe from its effects. Countries must work toward the global c...

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4 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...

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21 minutes ago Leaked memo reveals LA Mayor Karen Bass demanded her fire department cut an extra $49 million just ONE WEEK before wildfires broke out

A leaked memo sent to Los Angeles fire departments revealed Mayor Karen Bass demanded an extra $49M in budget cuts on top of the $17.6million already cut a week before fires.

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30 hours ago Manchester United's underfire coach has a chance to silence the critics this weekend

Man Utd conceded twice from corners at Arsenal just over a month ago but they have a chance to put that right this weekend.

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45 minutes ago How LA was devastated by apocalyptic wildfires: Haunting video timeline breaks down all the horror from the first spark to the latest chaos

Catastrophic wildfires across Los Angeles this week have killed at least 10 people, forced 180,000 to flee their homes, and destroyed thousands of buildings.

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4 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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29 hours ago Lauren Laverne steps down from BBC Radio after 'tricky time' following cancer diagnosis

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

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5 hours ago Drivers fury after BP fuel is ‘contaminated and causes cars to break down'

Drivers were confused when their cars grinded to a halt shortly after filling their car with fuel, only to realise they had been using 'contaminated' fuel from BP

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59 minutes ago Kyle Walker and Annie Kilner make final decision on marriage after 'divorce' plans

Kyle Walker and his wife Annie Kilner are said to have put a halt on their ongoing divorce conversations after his cheating but the Mirror can now reveal what's really happening

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12 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...

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42 minutes ago Dry January could help Brits save money as over half admit feeling pressure to splash the cash on a night out

Scots may still be reeling from the festive period and laying off the booze for a month may be welcome for a spending break

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31 hours ago How much energy does my games console use? Exact cost to run Xbox, PS5, Nintendo Switch and more

A recent analysis has revealed which gaming consoles consume the most energy.

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77 minutes ago Everything we know about man arrested near Kenneth blaze as LA wildfires rage

LAPD previously said they believed the Kenneth fire was started intentionally after breaking out on Thursday

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5 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.

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30 hours ago Experts reveal the VERY common foods that hold the key to eternal youth...and could even protect you from cancer

Could tweaking your diet hold the key to eternal youth? The suggestion from recent research is that it can and even simple swaps could add as much as ten years to your life.

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72 minutes ago Neil Critchley slams 'unacceptable' Hearts leak as updates given on departing duo

Contract details being made public irks Hearts boss

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32 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

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67 minutes ago WWE's Netflix deal brought me back after years – but will I stick with it?

The WWE's new 'Netflix Era' is underway, and as a lapsed fan looking to get back into it, I couldn't be happier — here's what I thought of WWE Raw from January 6

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34 hours ago Graham Potter makes footballing return as West Ham boss two years after Chelsea gig

West Ham have announced Graham Potter will be their new head coach, two years after his last gig as a manager when he was sacked by Chelsea

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88 minutes ago Angelina Jolie and son Knox, 16, reveal how they're helping loved ones amid LA fires as they stock up on water

Angelina Jolie and son Knox revealed they were helping loved ones in need amid the LA fires as they stocked up on essentials this week.

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11 hours ago ITV Good Morning Britain's Kate Garraway announces 'breaking news' minutes into show

Good Morning Britain's Kate Garraway announced 'breaking news' minutes into Friday's episode amid the devastating California wildfires

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31 hours ago Scientists drill deep into the earth's core to reveal secrets of ancient ice

A team of scientists have drilled one of the oldest ice cores yet, penetrating nearly 2 miles to Antarctic bedrock to reach ice that is at least 1.2 million years old.

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79 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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34 hours ago Actor James Woods breaks down in tears during live interview after losing home to LA wildfires

Actor James Woods broke down in tears during a live interview with CNN after he was evacuated from his Pacific Palisades home in the deadly LA wildfires.

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2 hours ago Jeremy Kyle returns to ITV as he signs brand new deal with Kate Garraway

Jeremy Kyle is making a return to ITV screens just five years after his morning programme was axed by executives and he'll appear alongside one of the networks biggest names

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35 hours ago Liam Boyce nearing Hearts transfer exit as striker holds talks over Northern Ireland return to end 'difficult' final year

A switch to Derry City could be sealed over the weekend as Jambos look to free up space in the wage budget

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1 hour ago Strictly Come Dancing icon dies after 'short illness' as family share heartache

A Strictly Come Dancing star who worked with Sir Tom Jones and Engelbert Humperdinck has died following a 'short illness', their family have confirmed

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23 hours ago BBC Antiques Roadshow expert breaks down as he refuses to value item in heartbreaking show first

Antiques Roadshow expert Bill Harriman was left in tears as he read out a heartbreaking letter - and viewers flocked to social media to comment on the tragic moment

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1 hour 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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34 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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2 hours ago How much Richard Hammond's divorce is going to cost him as he looks set to lose huge amount from his  staggering £65million fortune

Richard Hammond's divorce is likely to cost him half of his staggering estimated £65million fortune, MailOnline can reveal.

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1 hour ago How to be 80 years young! As Sir Rod Stewart celebrates milestone birthday in St Barts, the male octogenarians who haven't aged in decades

MailOnline takes a look at the male octogenarians who haven't aged in decades and reveal the secrets to their success as Sir Rod Stewart celebrates his 80th birthday.

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31 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'.

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1 hour ago Dr Clare Bailey Mosley 'perfect' superfood breakfast takes just minutes to make

Dr Clare Bailey Mosley is a regular face on TV and an expert in helping people to improve their wellbeing through nutrition, and her breakfast recipe is easy to make and full of protein

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35 hours ago Heidi Montag breaks down in tears after Los Angeles wildfires destroy family home

The Hills star Heidi Montag shared her devastation as her home was completely destroyed in the fires that have ripped through Los Angeles

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3 hours ago The 'Scottish paradise' bed and breakfast on edge of loch you can book for under £100

At the moment, a guesthouse along the shore of a loch that has been described as a "Scottish paradise" can be booked at a major discount through voucher website Wowcher.

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1 hour ago Food DANGEROUS for Dogs 2025: These are 10 foods many owners don't know are toxic to dogs

Studies reveal many people are unwittingly feeding their four-legged friends snacks that could cause their dogs serious harm. Do you know them all?

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31 hours ago Man Utd fans left livid after realising they missed out on Lucas Bergvall in old photo

Manchester United fans have been left infuriated after old photos reveal that 18-year-old Tottenham Hotspur ace Lucas Bergvall could have been a Red Devil

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2 hours 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.

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37 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

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5 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

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2 hours 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

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

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

Culture

3 hours ago Housebuilders to reveal whether demand is picking up after prolonged slump

Persimmon, Vistry and Taylor Wimpey will all provide trading updates next week

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10 hours ago Ninja's Thirsti water bottle 'perfect for the gym' is £4 for shoppers who do one thing

The best selling Ninja Thirsti is leakproof and works for hot and cold drinks and now shoppers can get it at its best ever price - but only if they're quick

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2 hours ago Brooklyn Beckham breaks silence over LA wildfires as he gushes over wife Nicola

Brooklyn Beckham has shared a sweet message to his wife Nicola Peltz on her 30th birthday, as he detailed the 'best decision' he ever made in marrying her.

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

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

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3 hours ago How the 'saviours of Radio 1' all ended up back on prime time: Nick Grimshaw's new gig restores the noughties line

Following the announcement of Grimmy's return to breakfast radio, they are now all at the helm of early morning listening.

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11 hours ago Spanish Costa del Sol hotel worker 'caught poisoning guest buffet with bleach'

Police and prosecutors say the 50-year-old woman acted out of revenge after being told her contract wasn’t being renewed at a Costa del Sol hotel

Economics

3 hours ago ‘If you hear the siren, go to the shelter’: the wrenching play about the bombing of a theatre in Ukraine

In March 2022, the largest theatre in Mariupol – while in use as a bomb shelter for 1,000 people – was hit by a Russian air strike. A re-enactment based on survivors’ testimonies has been moving audiences to tearsThe play opens with the usual pre-show request for audiences to switch off their mobile phones before the curtain rises, but along with this come warnings – and instructions for how the audience should evacuate the auditorium in the event of an air raid.That is because Mariupol Drama, a play based on the real experiences of a Ukrainian theatre company during the Russian invasion of the titular city, was written and staged in the midst of war. It re-enacts the horrifying moment on 16 March 2022 when their theatre was bombed by Russian forces, even though it had by then been turned into an evacuation shelter for almost 1,000 people. Continue reading...

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

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

Culture

3 hours ago Donald Trump sentencing: President elect learns fate for hush money crimes

President-elect Donald Trump, 78, has become the first person convicted of a felony to enter the White House in America's history - just 10 days before his inauguration

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11 hours ago Man who sold his house to fund fitness business breaks down in tears on Dragons' Den

CEO and founder of BodyXcore Joseph Keegan from Liverpool pitched his workout kits to the dragons, including celebrity guest Joe Wicks , tonight.

Economics

3 hours ago Young mum charged with murdering her baby daughter cuddles cat in new photos

Kinga Wydrzynska, who is accused alongside her partner Michal Stasiak of killing her little daughter Isabella Stasiak, has been pictured for the first time today

Events

34 hours ago Good Morning Britain announces 'breaking news' just minutes into ITV show

Good Morning Britain presenters Ranvir Singh and Ed Balls reported 'breaking news' about wildfires in Hollywood just minutes into the show on Thursday

Culture

3 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

20 hours ago Man who sold his house to fund fitness business breaks down in tears on Dragon's Den

CEO and founder of BodyXcore Joseph Keegan from Liverpool pitched his workout kits to the dragons, including celebrity guest Joe Wicks , tonight.

Economics

3 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.

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35 hours ago ITV Good Morning Britain's Ranvir Singh announces 'breaking news' minutes into show

Good Morning Britain host Ranvir Singh announced 'breaking news' minutes into Thursday's show amid the devastating California wildfires

Culture

3 hours ago What is BBC Radio 6's presenter lineup as Nick Grimshaw joins the breakfast show?

Here’s an updated look at the presenters of the BBC’s beloved alternative network

Politics

21 hours ago Kyle Walker's wife Annie Kilner makes huge decision after preparing to divorce as Saudi deal looms

Annie Kilner is said to be having second thoughts about divorcing her husband Kyle Walker – despite previously meeting with lawyers to work everything out

Economics

4 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

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24 hours ago Brooklyn Beckham shares 'devastating' photo of L.A wildfires from $3.8million condo

Brooklyn Beckham has broken his silence on the Los Angeles wildfires, which are happening near the home he shares with his wife Nicola Peltz.

Economics

4 hours 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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4 hours ago Neil Critchley slams Hearts transfer leaks as 'unacceptable' after Cammy Devlin release fee emerges

The Tynecastle boss is fuming that information regarding the Aussie's contract at Tynecastle were leaked

Politics

25 hours ago Amad signs new Man Utd deal as winger rewarded for fine start under Ruben Amorim

Amad, who has made 50 appearances for United, has been one of the players who has impressed most under new boss Ruben Amorim.

Economics

5 hours ago Urgent warning issued as major network provider plans to shutdown mobile data access

O2 is set to switch off its 3G service this year, leaving many older devices without access to the internet.

Events

4 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 'I bought north London house for £850K but shock discovery now means it's worthless'

Daniel Bruce and his neighbours were left with unsellable, uninsurable homes and their warranty provider is still yet to agree to a payout - despite persistent leaks and collapsing ceilings

Economics

5 hours ago Grooming gangs commit nearly two child sex abuse offences every day, police figures reveal

The data, which comes from all 43 police forces in England and Wales, records 717 ' grooming gang ' cases in 2023 and a further 572 in the first nine months of last year.

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4 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...

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29 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

5 hours ago Rodrigo Bentancur health update from Ange Postecoglou after Spurs star's injury

Ange Postecoglou has given an update on Tottenham Hotspur midfielder Rodrigo Bentancur after he was stretchered off against Liverpool on Wednesday in worrying scenes

Events

4 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

32 hours ago UK’s favourite meal deal combo of 2024 reveal us to be a ‘joyless nation’

The surprise snack winner has left some Brits bemoaning the state of the nation

Economics

7 hours ago Dancing On Ice's Colin Grafton's 'tough week' as he breaks silence on The Vivienne's death

Dancing On Ice professional Colin Grafton has spoken out about the recent passing of his former celebrity skating partner The Vivienne, saying it's been "a tough week"

Events

4 hours ago New Nintendo Switch 2 leak 'confirms' huge fan requested upgrade over first console

Despite earlier reports suggesting the Nintendo Switch 2 would come with an LCD display, a new leak 'confirms' it'll have an OLED panel after all, and gives another look at the system

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32 hours ago Energy firm breaks into widower's home to inspect smart meter: Pensioner thought he'd been 'burgled' after E.ON obtained warrant to check 'tampered' device

A widowed pensioner was left feeling like he'd been 'burgled' after energy provider E.ON sent a group of engineers along with a locksmith into his house to inspect his smart meter.

Economics

7 hours ago Driver issues urgent warning to lock car doors when behind the wheel after frightening incident left her 'shaken'

The young woman took to the app to urge others to remain vigilant after claiming a man attempted to break into her vehicle in West London this week.

Events

5 hours ago What your holiday destination REALLY says about you. Experts reveal the humiliating truth about a very popular sunny hotspot

Madeira has plenty of charm but it doesn't exactly set the holiday pulse racing. The PM's holiday pick might just tell us something we deep down already know: he is, perhaps, a little dull.

Politics

33 hours ago Tesco marks ‘biggest ever Christmas’ as shoppers switch to supermarket from rivals

The supermarket giant saw UK and Ireland like-for-like sales, excluding fuel and VAT, rise 3.7% in the six weeks to January 4 and record trading in the week before Christmas

Economics

7 hours ago Everything we know about ‘armed’ arson suspect arrested over 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

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'

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33 hours ago Next shoppers rush to snap up 'very comfy' £30 mom jeans in different colours

The Mom Comfort Stretch Jeans from Next have been praised as 'flattering' and 'not too baggy' in online reviews - and they won't break the bank

Economics

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

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

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