1 hour ago Is Starmer ruthless enough to sack his best friend in politics? Inside the PM's astonishingly close ties with anti

As a newly elected MP, Sir Keir Starmer chose an unusual destination for his first overseas 'jolly'. Instead of visiting one of the UK's major allies, he decided in February 2016 to fly to Bangladesh.

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9 hours ago Scottish bar and restaurant with ‘great service and delicious food’ to close and be demolished

A long standing Scottish restaurant and music venue will close at the end of the month, due to plans to demolish the building.

Society

2 hours ago Reeves defiant over China trip in face of growing criticism and economic turmoil

Labour chancellor accused of ‘undesirable’ policies and ‘incompatible promises’

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3 hours ago Another traitor narrowly escapes banishment as suspicions grow amongst players

The episode also saw four faithfuls selected to play a deadly card game to decide who would be ‘murdered’ next.

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58 minutes ago The bitter truth about how 'boring' Richard Hammond was 'blindsided' by wife's shock divorce demand... as friends tell KATIE HIND they fear things could turn ugly

It's hard to imagine that Mindy Hammond once joyfully declared that her family was 'lucky'. Nineteen years on, and much has changed.

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9 hours ago Donald Trump appears 'tired' of hush money trial at sentencing showing 'reminder of his authority'

Donald Trump gave off an air of "superiority" and a suggestion that he was "emotionally" rather than physically tired during the sentencing on 34 felony charges after his hush money trial

Culture

8 hours ago Elon Musk's Twitter is paying Nigel Farage's Reform UK MPs thousands of pounds every month

The party leader, along with ex-Tory Lee Anderson and Rupert Lowe all get a share of the ad revenue on their tweets on the social network - prompting questions over whether they should declare an interest when discussing the billionaire in Parliament

Technology

14 hours ago Elon Musk and Nigel Farage: A timeline of Reform’s relationship with the tech billionaire

These two figureheads of the right don’t always agree...

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2 hours ago Biden touts his ‘middle out’ economic growth after yet another positive jobs report

President dings ‘trickle down’ economics for the ‘very top’ ahead of his farewell address Wedneday

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

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

Society

2 hours ago Rachel Reeves jets to China for trade talks as economic woes mount at home

Chancellor Rachel Reeves flew to Beijing to bang the drum bang the drum for trade and rebuild ties after years of frosty relations but economic turmoil risked overshadowing the trip

Economics

3 hours ago 'Football must do more to protect players from dementia and help former players with condition'

Football must do more to help protect players from developing dementia as Dean Windass diagnosed as research shows repeated heading the ball increases risk of the disease

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61 minutes ago Violated all over again and haunted by the paedophiles who raped us: How the evil Rochdale Nine have been handed a fortune in legal aid so that a decade on only ONE has been deported

Few people outside the town of Rochdale would recognise Abdul Rauf. But for those in the know in this Greater Manchester town, the sight of the 55-year-old paedophile is an utter outrage.

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9 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.

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16 hours ago Largest ever protein study set to revolutionise cancer and dementia tests

Tens of millions of pounds in investment is being provided by the group of firms which includes AstraZenecaa and Pfizer

Science

3 hours ago Former Premier League star Dean Windass, 55, opens up on his dementia diagnosis and reveals how he's taking it 'a day at a time'

MIKE KEEGAN: The former striker, now 55, told Mail Sport he was given the devastating news 12 months ago and is now taking things 'a day at a time'.

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

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

Society

5 hours ago The Rochdale grooming gang that has run up £2m bill for taxpayers after fighting attempts to deport them

Members of a child sex grooming gang have cost taxpayers more than £2m in legal aid bills while battling deportation - with £285,000 paid to the ringleader, it emerged yesterday.

Economics

6 hours ago Union Bears savage Rangers board and players in raging statement as fan group claim sacking Clement is NOT enough

The influential fan group have spoken out and demanded change from top to bottom

Sport

69 minutes ago A former Green Beret behind a failed Venezuela raid in 2020 lashes out at CIA and FBI

A former Green Beret behind a clandestine invasion of Venezuela in 2020 to try and overthrow Nicolás Maduro says in court filings that he had authority from the highest levels of the government for the amphibious raid that ended with several combatants killed and two of his U.S. Special Forces colleagues in prison

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14 hours ago This Morning fans demand show 'stops ruining BBC series' as they issue complaint

This Morning viewers were left fuming on Friday as they claimed the ITV show "ruined" BBC's The Traitors as they spoke to the latest contestants to be voted off the series

Culture

3 hours ago Nigel Farage ‘thoughtful’ about whether UK should bring Shamima Begum back

Nigel Farage has said that he is “thoughtful” when asked if the UK should consider bringing back Shamima Begum.

Politics

7 hours ago The Trump company is not banning private foreign deals, a break with its first term policy

The Trump family business has agreed to a voluntary ethics agreement that would ban it from striking direct deals with foreign governments after inauguration, but would give it a free hand to pursue ventures with private foreign companies

Economics

10 hours ago Heartbreaking final words of LA man who died clutching garden hose to fight flames

A California man who died trying to put out the flames encroaching his property with a garden hose uttered tragic final words to his sister: 'Let me just sit here.'

Sport

84 minutes ago How overweight children who do not do enough exercise could have a higher dementia risk

A University of Oxford study observed 862 children whose weight was measured from the age of seven and whose weekly physical activity levels were tracked from 11.

Events

19 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

Culture

3 hours ago Panama Canal will remain Panamanian and open to all nations, says official

Administrator rejects Donald Trump’s claims that China controls canal or suggestion US could take it backWho owns the Panama Canal and what does Trump want with it?The Panama Canal will remain in Panamanian hands, and open to commerce from all countries, according to the administrator of the waterway, who rejected claims by president-elect Donald Trump that the US should take it over.Ricaurte Vásquez denied Trump’s claims that China was controlling the canal’s operations, and said making exceptions to current rules concerning its operation would lead to “chaos”. Continue reading...

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8 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

11 hours ago Full list of NHS hospitals declaring critical incidents amid surge in flu cases

NHS trusts have declared critical incidents due to ‘exceptionally high demands’ in emergency departments

Sport

1 hour ago Overweight children are at risk from suffering dementia in later life new research shows

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

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

Economics

24 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

2 hours ago 'LA Strong' logo and custom gear unveiled to aid Los Angeles wildfire recovery efforts

Los Angeles sports organizations are uniting to launch an “LA Strong” custom logo and apparel line that will raise money for organizations assisting those impacted by this week’s devasting wildfires

Events

4 hours ago ‘My whole city is gone’: As evacuations are lifted, LA residents are returning home to find nothing left

At least 10 people have been killed as the Palisades and Eaton fires continue to scorch the Los Angeles area

Politics

14 hours ago Are the £25 cold weather payments enough? Take our poll and have your say

With the cold weather payment set at just £25 as temperatures plummet and heating costs soar, we ask if you think the extra cash is really enough to help keep people warm

Economics

2 hours ago California wildfires live updates: Los Angeles death toll rises to 11 as governor orders water investigation

Officials say five people killed in Palisades fire and six in Eaton fire as Gavin Newsom announces investigation into water supplyAfter the fire, the insurance battles: new ordeals to comeFleeing the LA fires alone on a wheelchair: ‘I had to take my chances’Californians: have you been affected by the wildfires?An update on the Hurst fire from the US forest service has increased the acreage burned to 771 and is 37% contained.477 personnel were assigned to the fire. Continue reading...

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4 hours ago BBC The Traitors fans demand Claudia Winkleman be 'national treasure' after 'iconic' moment

The Traitors fans are loving Claudia Winkleman in this series of the BBC show

Politics

15 hours ago Melania’s $40m Amazon deal: another sign Bezos is capitulating to Donald Trump | Margaret Sullivan

Sadly, the Amazon-Melania deal has much the same flavor as the rest of Trump appeasement moves – not just by Bezos but by others of his ilkThe language in a New York Times article was extremely restrained as it described Jeff Bezos’s evolving stance regarding Donald Trump.The Amazon founder and the president-elect had had a rocky relationship in the past, “but in recent months, Amazon and Mr. Bezos have taken steps to repair it”.Margaret Sullivan is a Guardian US columnist Continue reading...

Economics

2 hours ago Are cars 'structures'? Here's a look at how damage is tallied in devastating Los Angeles wildfires

The damage from wildfires ravaging the Los Angeles area is horrific however it’s tallied

Events

4 hours ago Prime Video's use of AI, Next Gen Stats on NFL games is helping viewers understand the game better

As Prime Video wraps up its third season doing NFL games with an AFC wild-card matchup between the Pittsburgh Steelers and Baltimore Ravens on Saturday night, the “Prime Vision” feed and use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in the broadcasts continue to change the way football fans are able to analyze and understand the game

Politics

18 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 Being a couch potato during childhood could increase your risk of dementia in old age

Scientists have previously shown health in mid-life affects your risk of poor brain health in later years but Oxford University researchers have now found evidence that the seeds may be sown much earlier

Events

4 hours ago Nigel Farage ‘thoughtful’ about whether UK should bring back Shamima Begum

The Reform UK leader said that ‘instinctively’ it is not something he would want to do but he is ‘now thoughtful’ about the matter.

Politics

19 hours ago Rachel Reeves heads to China as pressure mounts as market turmoil derails government’s economic strategy

The Chancellor has been criticised for continuing with a planned visit to China amid rising yields on government bonds

Economics

2 hours ago Jeremy Clarkson lashes out at social media trolls who say celeb LA fire victims don't matter

Jeremy Clarkson has furiously lashed out at people who have been claiming that the rich and famous affected by the tragedy of the California fires don't matter

Events

5 hours 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

21 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

3 hours ago Every terror attack is sickening, says MI5 head at FBI director’s leaving event

Sir Ken McCallum, who was knighted in the latest New Year Honours, gave a speech at the leaving event for FBI director Christopher Wray on Friday.

Events

5 hours 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

22 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

3 hours ago California wildfires live updates: firefighters battle Los Angeles blazes as governor orders water inquiry

Gavin Newsom announces investigation into wildfire water supply as Joe Biden likens destruction to ‘war scene’After the fire, the insurance battles: new ordeals to comeFleeing the LA fires alone on a wheelchair: ‘I had to take my chances’Californians: have you been affected by the wildfires?An update on the Hurst fire from the US forest service has increased the acreage burned to 771 and is 37% contained.477 personnel were assigned to the fire. Continue reading...

Events

5 hours ago Who pays for the presidential inauguration? These are some of the major donors

Inaugural committee set to raise more than $200 million, with any leftover funds likely to be used for a Trump presidential library

Politics

3 hours ago Living Nostradamus' chilling warning for 2025 after LA wildfire prophecy comes true

EXCLUSIVE: The world-renowned psychic we at the Daily Star affectionately call Living Nostradamus has eerily pointed out he predicted California to be struck by a 'devastating fire'

Events

5 hours ago 'Prophet' who predicted assassination attempt on Trump claims mega earthquake is poised to hit US

An pastor who claims to see visions from God shared a prediction that would rock the heart of America.

Politics

4 hours ago Senior MP demands Stuart Hogg be stripped of MBE following domestic abuse conviction

Shamed rugby star Stuart Hogg could be unceremoniously stripped of his MBE after a senior MP made a formal complaint following his domestic abuse conviction.

Events

5 hours ago Trump has been on a run of big wins — his own agenda push could end the streak

Despite some early wins, Trump still faces an uphill battle with his more significant policy proposals, Eric Garcia writes

Politics

4 hours ago Symptoms of young onset dementia after EastEnders twist raises awareness

Many people are 'wrongly' associating dementia with age, experts warn

Events

6 hours ago Crowds gather for magical event kickstarting Bradford’s year as City of Culture

Steven Frayne, formerly known as Dynamo, told the crowd in City Park that he was proud to be from the city.

Politics

4 hours 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

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6 hours ago Stop playing politics with the LA fires and address the key cause: man

Editorial: With uncontrolled blazes still raging around Los Angeles, on the day it was confirmed that last year was the hottest in human history, it would be a good time for global leaders to finally take climate change seriously. But the signs are that no such Damascene conversion is about to be witnessed

Politics

4 hours ago Two more lynx abandoned in Cairngorms caught – two days after earlier pair captured

Experts think all four animals had been cared for by humans before being put out in the wild

Events

6 hours ago Love Island's Chris Taylor shares major worry ahead of All Stars series

Love Island star Chris Taylor has opened up about the All Stars line-up for 2025 - and shared his main worry for the cast after competing on the show himself last year

Politics

5 hours ago California wildfires live updates: Biden likens LA devastation to ‘war scene’ and warns death toll likely to rise

President and Kamala Harris praise heroism of emergency crews; about 150,000 LA county residents remain under evacuation ordersAfter the fire, the insurance battles: new ordeals to comeFleeing the LA fires alone on a wheelchair: ‘I had to take my chances’Californians: have you been affected by the wildfires?An update on the Hurst fire from the US forest service has increased the acreage burned to 771 and is 37% contained.477 personnel were assigned to the fire. Continue reading...

Events

6 hours ago Kim Jong Un demands North Koreans use their own poo for gross purpose sparking thriving black market

Fights have broken out, there have been thefts and a thriving black market has grown for human excrement in North Korea due to a new bizarre decree by dictator Kim Jong Un

Politics

5 hours ago LA fires live updates: Death toll is expected to grow as officials pledge to be ready for return of Santa Ana winds

Death toll continues to climb from the deadly Los Angeles County wildfires that forced evacuation orders for nearly 200,000 residents

Events

7 hours ago Mark Zuckerberg’s end to Meta factchecking is a desperate play for engagement

As factchecking attempts end, Meta’s platforms will become a wasteland of fake news and misinformationMark Zuckerberg craves one metric more than any other: engagement, the statistic that tracks how long social media users spend scrolling, clicking, commenting, and viewing ads. More engagement, more profit. The Meta CEO will do almost anything to keep users online for an extra two minutes – even, it seems, surrender his websites to a flood of fake news.On Tuesday, Zuckerberg announced that his company plans to fire its US factcheckers and weaken its ability to moderate disinformation on Facebook, Instagram, and Threads. This new policy is meant to curry favor with the coming Trump administration. It’s also a desperate attempt to boost engagement across all Meta’s social networks. Continue reading...

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6 hours ago LA fires live updates: New blaze erupts in Granada Hills as officials warn death toll will rise

Mandatory Evacuation Order in effect for the newly sparked Archer Fire in Granda Hills as the death toll continues to climb from the deadly Los Angeles County wildfires that forced evacuation orders for nearly 200,000 residents

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