18 minutes ago Voices: Weddings should be about more than likes – so ban social media

Our relationship with social media and nuptials has gone too far, writes Olivia Petter – and now it should be banned from our special moments

Politics

24 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

15 minutes ago Vince McMahon 'building roster' as former WWE boss ordered to pay £1.4m over hush money settlement

The ex-wrestling CEO has been tipped for a comeback to rival his former company

Economics

13 minutes ago Khvicha Kvaratskhelia transfer request confirmed amid Liverpool and Manchester United 'battle'

Georgian superstar has asked to leave Napoli this month

Sport

64 minutes ago Man United 'on transfer red alert' as Antonio Conte drops Khvicha Kvaratskhelia Napoli bombshell

Khvicha Kvaratskhelia has been linked with Manchester United, Liverpool and Chelsea among others with Napoli boss Antonio Conte now confirming the forward has asked to leave

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22 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

39 hours ago Surge in households seeking help with energy bills in 2024, says Citizens Advice

Citizens Advice said its staff helped the equivalent of one person every two working minutes throughout the year.

Science

2 hours ago Simple glass of water trick can help encourage better hair care journey

It's all to do with the way your hair absorbs moisture so all you need to do is cut a few strands off and then place it into a glass of water and watch the results...

Politics

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

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

Society

2 hours ago Debenhams slashes price of 'really warm' £110 TOG24 puffer coat to £40

Shoppers have been racing to buy this TOG24 coat from Debenhams which has been reduced by over 50% - but you'll need to be quick if you want to get your hands on it

Economics

4 hours ago Simpsons fans are only just realising why Smithers changes key detail during series

Matt Groening, creator of the television series The Simpsons, has revealed the truth behind character Waylon Smithers' change during the series as fans share their theories

Sport

2 hours ago Richard Hammond's daughter calls her dad an 'idiot' as she reflects on his terrifying crashes and admits 'he was never really there growing up'... amid presenter's split from wife of 28 years

The content creator, 24, confessed despite her dad not being around a lot during her childhood, some of her best memories have been with him.

Events

25 hours ago ‘They created a Vegas in 10 years’: photographing the hedonistic gambling mecca of Macau

Photographer Adam Lampton discusses capturing the vice, cash and sheer excess of the special administrative region of China – a place built on contradictions“I am not a huge gambler,” says Adam Lampton. “The first time I went to Macau, fresh out of grad school, I didn’t have any money to spare – it all went on camera film. People take it all very seriously, so I was too intimidated to sit down and be the white guy who didn’t know what the hell he was doing.”As a non-gambler in Macau, the American photographer would have been an oddity – most tourists go there to “play”, hoping Lady Luck glances their way. The former Portuguese colony, now a special administrative region of China, is the world’s gambling mecca. Located on China’s south-east coast, just across the water from Hong Kong, Macau’s gambling revenues often put the US’s “Sin City” in the shade. The Macau government expects its gaming revenues to hit about $27bn in 2024, while declining Nevada looks set to fall below 2023’s r...

Culture

2 hours ago Sergio Garcia's teammate takes LIV Golf parting shot after exit confirmed — 'Nothing changes'

Eugenio Chacarra has confirmed he will leave LIV Golf at the end of the season, with the 24-year-old the first lowly-ranked amateur to sign up for the lucrative breakaway league

Politics

26 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

2 hours ago Has Karen Bass become LA's most hated woman? Tears turn to anger as mayor is blasted by her own fire chief for $17m funding cut

Kirstin Crowley took aim at the city's leadership during an interview with KTTV on Friday, admitting it had failed those affected by the fires and prevented the LAFD from effectively doing its job.

Economics

25 hours ago Aaron Ramsdale set for Premier League transfer just months after leaving Arsenal

Former Arsenal goalkeeper Aaron Ramsdale could be set to join his third club in less than 12 months with the Southampton stopper wanted by Premier League rivals

Sport

4 hours ago Steak restaurant announces sudden closure due to 'performance challenges' leaving staff shocked

Brothers Steak and Seafood Restaurant said they would return with a 'fresh and entirely new offering'

Events

3 hours ago People with 'sharp eyes' can spot sneaky reptile hiding in garden snap

Optical illusions can often be difficult to solve, but we can assure you the latest one might leave you scratching your head for sometime. So can you find the sneaky reptile?

Politics

28 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

2 hours ago Our wedding videographer charged us £600... and then did a runner: How 'fraudster' faces police probe over leaving dozens of couples at the altar

Detectives are looking at a significant number of claims made against Sarah Stanton, who runs Wallflower Weddings.

Economics

26 hours ago Marcus Rashford transfer update as Man United 'get shock Arsenal contact'

Manchester United winger Marcus Rashford is being heavily linked with moves away from Old Trafford after declaring his desire to leave the club in December

Sport

4 hours ago TOWIE star sparks concern as he is forced to flee Los Angeles pad as wildfires rage on

The Only Way Is Essex star, Liam 'Gatsby' Blackwell, was forced to evacuate his LA home this week as wildfires in California wreak havoc, leaving hundreds of properties destroyed

Events

3 hours ago ‘It’s the moment when genius comes into the universe’: the film recreating SNL’s chaotic first night

A new drama recalls the wild first broadcast of Saturday Night Live in 1975. Making it was as much of a high-wire act as the show itself, the film’s director Jason Reitman and stars revealThere is no show in history more obsessed with its own lore than Saturday Night Live. Almost every week the long-running sketch show is sprinkled with returning alumni and jokes that reference the show’s illustrious and controversial past: its social club status for the great and good of New York; the drug-fuelled deaths of its brightest lights such as John Belushi and Chris Farley; the superstars it created in Eddie Murphy, Bill Murray, Adam Sandler, Will Ferrell and Tina Fey, to name but five of hundreds.SNL is so fabled that it’s already inspired scores of documentaries and numerous scripted TV shows based on it, including 30 Rock and Studio 60 on the Sunset Strip. In February, there will be a three-hour primetime special celebrating the show’s 50th anniversary, an event likely to be more starry...

Politics

29 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

3 hours ago Half of people with housing costs ‘starting 2025 worried about home or finances’

Housing charity Shelter and bank HSBC UK are urging those with concerns to seek support.

Economics

31 hours ago Aaron Ramsdale could make ANOTHER Premier League transfer six months after leaving Arsenal

Aaron Ramsdale only joined Southampton in the summer, but the Saints' miserable season has left the former Arsenal goalkeeper on the brink of another transfer move

Sport

5 hours ago Greggs padlocks drinks cabinet in bid to stop shoplifters targeting London store

The budget bakery locked the section, leaving bottles of Coke and Lucozade inaccessible to customers

Events

4 hours ago Luke Littler, 17, gets 'back to normal for a few days' as teenage sensation posts social media update days after sealing record

The triumph marked the culmination of a whirlwind 12 months that saw him collect more than £1million in total prize money, putting him second in the PDC's Order of Merit.

Politics

32 hours ago Debenhams reduces 'stunning' £72 heater to £23 that's perfect for any home without a fireplace

"Stunning, really pleased with it. Flame creates a beautiful calm feeling to the room"

Society

4 hours ago Save 50% on Murad skin repair set worth £133 in the LookFantastic sale

In need of some skincare recovery after the festive season? You're in luck as LookFantastic has slashed the price of Murad's Revive + Repair set by 50% in their January sale

Economics

5 hours ago Amazon shoppers beat dark winter mornings with smart alarm clock that 'mimics a tropical sunrise'

The smart alarm clock has become a staple for many to beat the dreaded winter wake-up calls

Events

4 hours ago Bring North Sea oil and gas under greater public control, report urges

Common Wealth thinktank warns that communities and taxpayer may have to pick up pieces when production endsNorth Sea oil and gas must be brought under greater public control to avoid a cliff-edge collapse of the industry and secure a sustainable future for workers and communities, according to a report.Under the current private ownership model the inevitable end of North Sea oil and gas production – whether through government action or the lack of viable oilfields – will lead to private companies abruptly abandoning the basin, leaving frontline communities and the state to deal with the social and economic consequences, the authors predict. Continue reading...

Politics

5 hours ago Malik Tillman hands Rangers ANOTHER windfall chance as hidden Bayern clause could land Ibrox side £3.5m bonus

Tillman could be on his way back to Bayern Munich - and Rangers will be in the money if so

Economics

6 hours ago Matthew Perry's $8.55million Pacific Palisades mansion where he died narrowly misses being destroyed by LA wildfires as the devastation continues

The Friends star tragically died at the property in October 2023, and new images reveal the fire appears to have surrounded the property leaving the pool full of dirt.

Events

4 hours ago 'I'm divorcing my husband for leaving the dogs outside – it's cold and unsafe'

A woman has been praised for leaving her husband after he tied her dogs up outside the house when she was away on a work trip, believing she would never find out

Politics

7 hours ago Ashley Cain hits back at claims he's 'flaunting his wealth' after purchasing flashy new car

Reality TV star and charity advocate Ashley Cain has hit out at those who have criticised him for 'flaunting' his wealth in his latest social media upload

Events

5 hours ago Sailor Moon creative discusses challenges of bringing musical based on Japanese manga to the London stage

EXCLUSIVE Pretty Guardian Sailor Moon: The Super Live is set to make its London debut in February and could pave the way for more shows in other cities

Politics

6 hours ago David Moyes new job confirmed as statement released on former Man United boss

David Moyes has returned to Premier League management after leaving West Ham last summer

Economics

7 hours ago Matthew Perry's old home narrowly misses being destroyed by LA wildfires as the devastation continues

The Friends star tragically died at the property in October 2023, and new images reveal the fire appears to have surrounded the property leaving the pool full of dirt.

Events

5 hours ago Cleaning fans have 9p hack to leave oven shelves looking as good as new

A group of cleaning fans have shared their tips and tricks for getting rid of stains from their oven racks, which could cost you as little as 9p a go to try yourself

Politics

6 hours ago Everton confirm David Moyes as new boss and he says 'it's good to be back'

Moyes, 61, has signed a two-and-a-half-year deal and will leading them into their new stadium at Bramley-Moore Dock when they leave Goodison Park at the end of the season

Economics

7 hours ago The alternative Celtic XI that could solve winger crisis for Ross County clash as Rodgers forced to get creative

Brendan Rodgers has a decision on his hands in Dingwall this afternoon

Events

5 hours ago John Lewis wouldn't swap my free breakfast bap for a vegan alternative

I'm vegan, so I contacted John Lewis customer services to ask if I could swap it for a vegan item of similar value - but was surprised that it said no.

Politics

8 hours ago Shoppers 'need' River Island's £38 denim smock dress that's 'so flattering'

Shoppers have been left seriously impressed after a fashion lover tried on River Island's denim smock dress

Economics

7 hours ago He said 'I tightened you up a bit'. BROOKE SHIELDS on the shocking post

The actress, 59, has spent most of her career as a sex object. She tells Sophia Money-Coutts how she's finally living life on her own terms

Events

6 hours ago ‘I don’t like being revered’: Brian Eno on art, AI, and why he hates talking about David Bowie

He’s worked with some of the biggest names in music, but his latest book claims there’s an artist in all of us. Brian Eno and co-author Bette Adriaanse discuss the myth of genius, and how to really unlock your creativityBrian Eno’s studio in Notting Hill is tucked away at the end of a cobbled mews, its facade a quarter of the normal size. The effect is like a kind of fairy-door, and as you enter, it opens on to a vast light-filled room with a spiral staircase at the centre. On one side, Eno, in a purple shirt, is hovering silently over a table top making marks on something. On the other, his latest collaborator, the Dutch artist and writer Bette Adriaanse, busies herself with the same task (they’re signing copies of their new book about art). An airy piano melody wafts over the scene: entering it feels like exhaling.It does for me, anyway. I’ve been anxious about this interview, not least because of a warning from Eno’s assistant to avoid talking about his musical history, which he ...

Politics

8 hours ago Thousands of households can get free cost of living cash worth up to £225

The City of Doncaster Council is offering cost of living support to people who are on a low-income or claiming certain Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) benefits

Economics

7 hours ago EastEnders 40th anniversary week: 'Shocking twists', deadly blaze and major returns

EastEnders' 40th birthday is fast approaching with a massive week in February, including a live episode, some show-altering twists and a deadly fire leaving lives on the line

Events

6 hours ago New Everton manager David Moyes sends message to fans in first words after return

Everton's new owners, the Friedkin Group, sacked Sean Dyche on Thursday, and have replaced him with former Toffees boss David Moyes, back at the club after leaving for Manchester United 12 years ago

Politics

9 hours ago River Island's 'flattering' £38 denim smock dress 'looks good on everyone'

Shoppers have been left seriously impressed after a fashion lover tried on River Island's denim smock dress

Economics

11 hours ago Violent teen girl gang batter and rob woman on bus leaving her covered in cuts and bruises

'I first felt the impact to my jaw, then one of them grabbed my hair and slammed my head forward jamming my face between my seat and the window.'

Events

7 hours ago Tottenham loan star Josh Keeley on making history with Leyton Orient ahead of FA Cup clash

Tottenham goalkeeper Josh Keeley has already made a big impression at Leyton Orient and is out to create more FA Cup memories after scoring in the last round against Oldham

Politics

10 hours ago 'Timeless' £60 Primark coat 'almost identical' to £5,700 designer version

Fashion fans looking for a classic longline coat will likely love Primark's stylish offering, which looks strikingly similar to a designer version

Economics

15 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

8 hours ago Influencers mock people telling them to 'get a job' as they flaunt Louis Vuitton bags

A group of influencers hit back at those who criticise them for not having a 'real job' by posting a funny Instagram reel pretending to cry while holding Louis Vuitton shopping bags

Politics

11 hours ago PIP payments of up to £737 each month for people with muscle or joint conditions

More than one million people are receiving between £28.70 and £184.30 each week through PIP or Adult Disability Payment for musculoskeletal conditions.

Economics

16 hours ago New London cop on leave over domestic violence arrest violated protective order, police say

New London cop on leave over domestic violence arrest violated protective order, police say  Danbury News Times

Events

9 hours ago Glasgow Subway 'Seat of Dreams' every bit as special as 'Field of Dreams'

Architect Matt McCallum has created an iconic piece of furniture

Politics

12 hours ago Charity launches handy PIP tool to help people make successful claims up to £737

The Turn2us PIP Helper aims to cut through the confusion of the PIP application process, with step-by-step guidance, award estimations, mental wellbeing resources, and essential information

Economics

16 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

9 hours ago Savage x Fenty's Valentine's Day lingerie collection is here — and it's seriously sexy

Valentine's Day is just around the corner and there's no better time to treat yourself to a stunning new lingerie set or silky cami to feel ultra-glam on the sexiest day of the year.

Politics

13 hours ago UK's rarest 50p coin rakes in £107 as Brits urged to check their change

A bidding war on eBay has amassed a huge amount of attention - with more of the rogue 50p coins expected to be in the wallets of the nation

Economics

19 hours ago 'Workshy' police dog who was reluctant to hunt down criminals is retired at just two years old

Lissy, a labrador belonging to Lancashire Constabulary, developed a phobia of 'slippery floors' leaving her reluctant to search for criminals and evidence.

Events

14 hours ago Fears grow for triplet sisters who vanished into thin air as Scotland braces itself for coldest night of the winter

Eliza and Henrietta Huszti, 32, who are part of a set of triplets, were last seen walking near the River Dee in Aberdeen after leaving their home just after 2am.

Politics

14 hours ago 4 money changes in that will affect your bills in the next three weeks

The New Year has brought with it a raft of financial changes that could impact your wallet

Economics

20 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

15 hours ago Amid rush to net zero, boss of gas giant Centrica reveals shivering Britain has only a week's worth of reserves left, so... are we heading for energy blackouts?

Ed Miliband's 'obsession' with wind and solar power leaves Britain at risk of blackouts, a former energy secretary warned last night as UK gas reserves fell to 'concerningly low' levels.

Politics

17 hours ago Greggs customers outraged as fizzy drinks spotted 'locked up' days after menu price hike

Footage shows the fizzy drinks at a Greggs store in London now behind a large padlock leaving to further frustration for shoppers after they saw a price hike on a favourite menu item

Economics

21 hours ago LA was sitting on a powder keg ripe for a fire after months of drought. Then it was lit

EXCLUSIVE: Author John Vaillant tells The Independent that human-driven climate change has created dangerous wildfire conditions and thousands of ‘climate refugees’ in the city of Los Angeles

Events

16 hours ago California Dems worry Trump will make fire aid political again: ’Such a wild card’

‘Even if we nominally secure some of these things, the money won’t flow until Trump is president,’ California Democrat warns

Politics

21 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

21 hours ago Debunked: Did sending aid to Ukraine leave LA Fire Department unprepared?

As the worst wildfires in LA’s history continue to ravage the city, Donald Trump Jr. and Elon Musk suggested that the fires have been worsened by the LA Fire Department’s aid to Ukraine during Russia’s invasion, depleting local resources.

Events