53 minutes ago RICHARD EDEN: Now Prince Harry's head of 'green tourism' venture Travalyst jumps ship just a year and a half after taking up role

India Gary-Martin declared that it was 'really exciting' to be appointed the first chairman of the Duke of Sussex's eco firm, but working for Harry sadly seems to have lost its thrill very quickly.

Politics

13 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

4 hours 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.

Economics

56 minutes ago Potter’s spell starts with FA Cup exit as Aston Villa battle back to beat West Ham

Perhaps it is a sign of class to have played so poorly only to end up as the match-winner but Aston Villa fans will not mind after Morgan Rogers, having endured a night he looked likely to want to forget, scored the goal that deflated the early signs of Graham Potter’s sorcery.The new West Ham United manager, who had one training session with his players after signing a two-and-a-half-year contract to succeed Julen Lopetgui on the eve of this match, will have to wait until next week’s Premier League games with Fulham and Crystal Palace to see if he can pull them away from the relegation zone. Continue reading...

Events

5 hours ago Dean Windass’ dementia diagnosis revealed as authorities urged to tackle disease

The 55-year-old was diagnosed with stage two dementia last year but it only came to light on Friday morning.

Culture

9 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

10 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

Transport

58 minutes ago Rudy Giuliani found to be in contempt of court again for 2020 election lies

It’s the second time this week that the former NY mayor has been found to be contempt for defaming election workersRudy Giuliani was found in contempt of court on Friday for continuing to spread lies about two former Georgia election workers after a jury awarded the women a $148m defamation judgment.Federal judge Beryl Howell in Washington DC is the second federal judge in a matter of days to find the former New York City mayor in contempt of court. Continue reading...

Politics

14 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

7 hours ago Londoners won't have to foot £150m bill to pedestrianise Oxford Street, vows Sir Sadiq Khan

Mayor’s new budget due next week could see his share of council tax bills hit £500

Economics

12 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

63 minutes ago ‘The threat doesn’t end after Friday’: When will California’s dangerous fire weather finally die down?

Forecasters have given an update about what we can expect from the fierce winds over the weekend and into next week

Events

9 hours ago Beatles legend Ringo Starr explains why he only did two takes for each song on new album

The legendary drummer has teamed up with country producer and songwriter T Bone Burnett for first LP in six years - and he is even heading to Nashville next week.

Culture

30 hours ago Flu virus deaths soar compared to same time last year after 'deeply concerning' outbreak

The number of deaths is almost quadruple the number compared to the first week of 2024.

Science

83 minutes ago Reform UK rocked as 12 councillors resign over Nigel Farage's leadership after Elon Musk described politician as 'not up to the job'

The Reform UK leader lashed out at US politicians earlier in the week for supporting Tommy Robinson as he tried to mend his relationship with Musk.

Politics

25 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

8 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

19 hours ago Manchester United's plan for summer transfer window is already taking shape

The January transfer window opened last week but Man Utd conduct the majority of their business in the summer window.

Sport

4 hours ago John Mayer leaves fans 'heartbroken' with emotional post about loss amid LA wildfires

John Mayer has left fans in tears after he wrote a heartfelt message on X about the wildfires currently ravaging the Los Angeles area.

Events

9 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

34 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

95 minutes ago Rudy Giuliani held in contempt of court for repeating false claims about defamed election workers

Trump’s former attorney faces contempt sanctions twice in one week

Politics

26 hours ago Weather Channel slammed as they air 'human remains' in gross LA wildfire clip

WARNING: DISTRESSING CONTENT – Wildfires have devastated southern California this week, with 70,000 people said to have been evacuated, over 1,000 structures destroyed and five people reported to have died

Society

10 hours ago Former RFU remuneration chief defends Bill Sweeney’s bonus payments amid record loss

Sweeney remains under serious pressure after uproar around the paying of a bonus of nearly £400,000 in a year that the RFU made a significant loss

Economics

20 hours ago The future of English rugby HENRY POLLOCK on emulating Luke Littler, marathons in the desert and the eight Under

NIK SIMON: In the rugby world, England's Under 20 World Cup winners are demonstrating their own prowess at senior level. Pollock is one of the shining lights, invited down to Twickenham this week.

Sport

4 hours ago Sir Anthony Hopkins breaks silence after home destroyed in devastating LA wildfires

The legendary Welsh actor took to Instagram to address the devastating loss of his home

Events

36 hours ago ITV Grantchester future 'sealed' as newcomer Rishi Nair issues update on tenth series

This week, ITV viewers tuned in to watch the ninth series of Grantchester as they prepare to say goodbye to the beloved Will Davenport.

Culture

36 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 BBC The One Show's Alex Jones interrupts programme for Elton John announcement

The One Show was back on Friday for the week's final episode - and saw Alex Jones and Clara Amfo hosting.

Politics

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

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

Society

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

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

Economics

35 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.

Sport

4 hours ago Paris Hilton makes emotional return to Malibu home reduced to ashes in Los Angeles fire

Paris Hilton documented her emotional return to her Malibu home that was reduced to ashes and rubble this week in the fast-moving California wildfires.

Events

40 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

Culture

3 hours ago Watch: Second pair of lynxes filmed roaming Scottish Highlands after two captured

Two lynx were seen in the Scottish Highlands on Friday (10 January) at around 7:10am, after another pair were seen in the same area earlier this week.

Politics

34 hours ago Heidi Montag tearfully admits she only has 'two pairs of jeans and two shirts' left after she and husband Spencer Pratt were forced to flee their home before it was destroyed by LA fires

The couple evacuated their home with their two sons earlier this week after the fires began to spread, and images have since shown that their property has been destroyed.

Society

11 hours ago Customers 'gutted' as Mumbles takeaway they've used for decades shuts with 'heavy heart'

It has thanked customers for their loyal support which it described as its 'guiding light', but some people have been using it since the 80s and can't believe it's gone

Economics

39 hours ago Mallorca’s Cyle Larin: ‘Some players dive with the pressure but I like it’

Club’s top scorer has his sights set on the Spanish Super Cup but harbours ambitions of playing in the Premier League“Pair of extra socks, pair of extra boxers”, and that, Cyle Larin says, is pretty much that. Well, it is normally. This time, it is a little different. There is a smile and Real Mallorca’s top scorer this season, Canada’s top scorer of all time, says: “Win that first game and you got to stay longer.”More boxers, more socks, maybe more history too. Win that first game, Thursday night’s Spanish Super Cup semi-final, and they will still be there on Sunday night, 5,000km from home and 90 minutes from the third trophy in their 108 years. Continue reading...

Sport

4 hours ago Mandy Moore furiously slams critics after vile backlash over LA fires GoFundMe

Mandy Moore has been promoting a fundraising page for two relatives who 'lost everything' in the Eaton Fire this week, as fires continue to sweep through southern California

Events

4 hours ago Trump’s conviction is the latest twist in the Maga story | Lloyd Green

The supreme court order may also be a harbinger of what awaits the US over the next four years: litigation that again divides the judiciary and the nationDonald Trump will take the office on 20 January 2025 as a convicted felon. On Thursday night, a sharply divided US supreme court declined to ride to his last-minute rescue. In a one-paragraph order, the majority refused to stay his state court-sentencing whose genesis lay with payments that Trump allegedly arranged to cover up his purported affair with the adult film actor Stormy Daniels. Last May, a Manhattan jury unanimously found the 45th president guilty of 34 counts of conspiracy and fraud.The supreme court order may also be a harbinger of what awaits the US over the next four years: litigation that again divides the judiciary and the nation. Five of the nine supreme court justices, including chief justice John Roberts and Amy Coney Barrett, a Trump appointee, refused to buy what the monarch of Mar-a-Lago was selling. The rest...

Politics

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

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

Society

12 hours ago Kyle Walker's wife Annie Kilner 'is considering scrapping her £27million divorce bid and had moved him back into the family home

The England and Manchester City star, 34, was kicked out of the family home after secretly fathering a second child with his ex Lauryn Goodman, 33.

Economics

39 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

Sport

4 hours ago Mandy Moore tells critics to 'F off' after vile backlash over her LA fires GoFundMe

Mandy Moore has been promoting a fundraising page for two relatives who 'lost everything' in the Eaton Fire this week, as fires continue to sweep through southern California

Events

4 hours ago Rangers ramp up Lyall Cameron transfer chase as Philippe Clement eyes a bargain in Connor Barron repeat

The Light Blues have ramped up their interest in the Scotland Under-21 star in recent weeks

Politics

13 hours ago DWP confirms exactly how Cold Weather Payments are paid and who is eligible

Cold Weather Payments have been activated this week as the mercury plummets to bitterly cold lows - and people living in these postcodes are entitled to it.

Economics

5 hours 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.

Events

5 hours ago Friday night pub quiz: Test your general knowledge with these 20 questions

See how you fared in this week's leaderboard

Politics

14 hours ago Weekend Wishlist: 10 fashion and beauty picks our shopping team are obsessing over

From Dr Martens, Glow Recipe, Next and more, here's what we're adding to our wardrobe, home and makeup bag

Economics

5 hours ago Man arrested by citizens near Kenneth fire not charged with arson, police say

Law enforcement officers responded to reports of a man attempting to light a fire behind a van in Woodland Hills.

Events

5 hours ago Devin Haney: ‘I want to prove to myself that Ryan Garcia took nothing out of me’

Interview: The WBC champion spoke to The Independent during a rare trip to London, as he plots his return to the ring after last year’s messy saga with Garcia

Politics

19 hours ago State Pension payments could be increased to £549 a week under new plan

The DWP must now consider the proposed increase

Economics

5 hours 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.

Events

5 hours ago Ruben Amorim drops Marcus Rashford hint as Man Utd star closes in on exit

Manchester United boss Ruben Amorim says Marcus Rashford is in contention to feature against Arsenal when they host the Red Devils in the FA Cup third round this weekend

Politics

22 hours ago Kyle Walker's wife Annie Kilner 'is considering scrapping her £27million divorce bid as footballer eyes up £400K per week move'

The England and Manchester City star, 34, was kicked out of the family home after secretly fathering a second child with his ex Lauryn Goodman, 33.

Economics

5 hours ago 'Watching Mason's murder on Coronation Street was an awful reminder of what happened to my son Charlie'

As Corrie fans saw Mason Radcliffe brutally stabbed to death this week, actor Luca Toolan reveals how the dad of a murdered teenager helped him do justice to the storyline

Events

5 hours ago 'If Elon Musk’s Scouse Nan were still alive she’d send him this long post on X'

Scouse nans, they don’t hold back. Coincidentally, it’s come to light that Elon Musk might be obsessed with events in the UK because he had a Scouse nan. Really? Well I’d like to imagine that, were his Scouse nan still alive, she’d send him this long post on X.

Politics

23 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

5 hours ago British Gas owner warns UK gas storage has 'less than a week' before running out

Recent freezing temperatures have led to higher demand across the UK

Events

6 hours ago Hidden Pep Guardiola comment exposes Man City squad divide that must be closed

Pep Guardiola let slip something he wasn't happy with last week - and will have been working hard to solve it ahead of the FA Cup clash with Salford.

Politics

24 hours ago Marcus Rashford one step away from Man Utd exit as forward flies out to complete deal

Marcus Rashford's representatives have been in Italy this week trying to thrash out a loan move for the Manchester United striker and there has been significant movement

Economics

6 hours ago Oliver Glasner reveals Crystal Palace squad hit by sickness bug before Stockport FA Cup clash

Several Palace players have been struggling with illness this week

Events

6 hours 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

28 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

6 hours ago Football manager who punched linesman in fit of rage sentenced for assault

The former manager of Amlwch Town FC lashed out during his side's 8-0 loss to Penrhyndeudraeth and he has been setenced after pleading guilty to assault occasioning actual bodily harm

Events

6 hours ago A rare celestial phenomena seen 'once every few years' will light up the sky this month

The stars may not be aligning for you this January, but the planets are

Politics

31 hours ago Mark Wright's sister says 'it's broken my heart all over again' as she opens up after devastating loss

Jessica Wright, TV personality and sister of Mark Wright, has opened up after a massive loss that has devastated their family, saying that 'it's broken my heart all over again'

Economics

6 hours 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

6 hours ago BBC Strictly Come Dancing's Vito Coppola ask fans 'are you ready' as they go wild for new 'partnership'

It comes after the dancer excitedly revealed that he was back in the company of Sarah Hadland this week

Politics

31 hours ago Iconic British bike manufacturer suffers record £30million loss as cycling demand returns to pre

An iconic Nottingham-based bike brand has suffered record losses as the industry continues to suffer a post-pandemic plunge in demand.

Economics

8 hours ago Former police station in Erskine to be split into two units as plans given green light

Change of use for the property in Rashielee Avenue, most recently used by funeral directors, has been rubber-stamped.

Events

6 hours ago How to see the first 'Wolf' full moon of 2025 and when it will light up UK skies

The Wolf Moon, the first full moon of 2025, is set to illuminate the heavens in a breathtaking way

Politics

32 hours ago BBC Bargain Hunt fans slam 'hopeless' experts as team suffer huge loss

Bargain Hunt viewers were left disappointed once again as the BBC show suffered another loss at auction while fans also branded the experts 'hopeless'

Economics

9 hours ago New photo issued of missing woman who left home in the cold almost a week ago

Lynda has been missing for six days

Events

6 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.

Politics

34 hours ago Marie Osmond pays tribute to ‘loving brother’ Wayne as she confirms cause of death

Singer who sold millions of records with his family band The Osmonds died aged 73 last week

Economics

9 hours ago Energy warning issued as UK has ‘concerningly low’ levels of gas due to extreme cold

The warning comes from British Gas owner Centrica, who said today that the UK now has less than a week's worth of gas demand in store

Events

6 hours 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 .

Politics

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

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

Economics

10 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

7 hours ago Coronation Street spoilers tease huge double exit as cast face mass exodus

Coronation Street spoilers for this week have teased another two exits on the ITV soap amid multiple stars leaving the programme

Politics

34 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

10 hours ago Lynx in Scotland: Here is everything we know about the wild cats being illegally released in the Highlands

At least two lynx are still on the loose in the Highlands following a successful recapture of a pair this week.

Events