49 minutes ago Labour ministers are urged to urgently crackdown on LED headlights that dazzle other drivers

The Government is being urged to commission an independent study into the issue after a survey found nine in 10 drivers think at least some headlights on cars on the road today are too bright

Politics

68 minutes ago Right to a trial by jury should be scrapped for thousands of offences, Labour grandee and former justice secretary Jack Straw says

Former Justice Secretary Jack Straw claimed it was a 'ridiculous anomaly' that some defendants can demand their cases be heard in crown courts rather than more quickly in front of magistrates.

Society

1 hour ago This week marks debt tipping point when pay swallowed up by outgoings – survey

More than half of adults who expect to run out of money in January will have used up all their monthly income by January 15, research indicates.

Economics

64 minutes ago Friends and fans of The Vivienne gather in Liverpool to pay tribute to the Drag Race UK winner at emotional vigil after the star's sudden death

The drag artist, real name James Lee Williams, who shot to fame after winning the first series of RuPaul 's Drag Race UK, died at the age of 32 earlier this month.

Sport

56 minutes ago Britain's biggest companies slam the brakes on job creation at the hardest pace since the Covid pandemic, figures show

Beleaguered Rachel Reeves is facing further economic gloom as new figures show major employers slamming the brakes on job creation thanks to her £25 billion national insurance raid.

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6 hours ago ITV Dancing on Ice viewers fume as they say 'disgusting' tribute to The Vivienne had 'no feeling'

Holly Willoughby paid tribute to The Vivienne saying they would be "very sorely missed"

Culture

2 hours ago Ed Miliband's 'reckless obsession' with renewable energy leaves consumers with record energy bills

Ed Miliband's 'obsession' with renewable energy is leaving consumers with record high bills to keep wind farms switched off, critics warned last night.

Science

54 minutes ago Urgent hunt underway for boy, 12, who never returned home after school on Wednesday

Riley was reported missing on Wednesday afternoon, when he did not return home from school in Fareham.

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2 hours ago California fires live: LA fire chief says ‘we are ready’ ahead of ‘critical fire weather’ and heavy winds forecast

At least 16 people have been killed so far as death toll expected to rise, Los Angeles county sheriff says Full story: stronger winds threaten further destruction, officials warnPoliticians quibbling as LA burns: Newsom’s latest beef with TrumpDetails emerge about the LA fire victimsA video shows a fire tornado spotted in the Palisades blaze:As is noted in our news report on the California wildfires, at least 20 arrests have been made for looting. Officials have imposed a mandatory curfew in evacuation zones as well as in the city of Santa Monica, which is next to Pacific Palisades. Continue reading...

Society

4 hours ago BBC could be funded by taxes instead of current licence fee to make it 'public owned'

Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy is considering scrapping the annual charge at the end of the Beeb’s current charter in 2027, and funding it through taxes, according to sources

Economics

7 hours ago Arsenal pay penalty as Manchester United win shootout to progress in FA Cup

The holders secured their passage through to the next stage with goalkeeper Altay Bayindir the hero.

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2 hours ago Urgent red flag warnings for LA amid fires as public told to be ‘ready’ to leave

As weather conditions worsen with the arrival of strong winds in Southern California, residents all across LA County have been issued an urgent red flag warning as authorities brace for the rapid spread of wildfires

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16 hours ago What will my descendants make of my photo 100 years from now? | Seamas O'Reilly

Looking at a sepia-tinged picture of my grandmother, she has the kind of face you don’t see any more The photo shows my grandmother. She’s among the adults at the back, fourth from right, peeping out from a row of old-timey faces. The kind of faces you don’t see any more, faces that could only come from the past. Even without the sepia tint and the period clothing, you know you’d have a hard time showing them an iPhone or talking to them about AI. Frankly, you’d have a hard time explaining ITV4.But it is sepia-tinted, this photo, almost artificially so; its stock-still adults and fidgety kids captured in eerie permanence, so perfectly composed as to recall the cover of a stirring Irish childhood memoir. Judging by the boys and girls in their little suits and sparkling white dresses, it’s from a first holy communion ceremony, presumably one with pupils from the small primary school in Mulleek, Fermanagh, where she taught for 30 years. Continue reading...

Culture

82 minutes ago Australian Open 2025: Gauff, Swiatek and Sinner in action on day two – live

Updates from the second day of action at Melbourne ParkAny thoughts? Share them with Jonathan via emailStefanos Tsitsipas reached the final here in 2023, and made three semi-finals in the four years before that. His form has nosedived since, plummeting from third in the world to 12th, with only two tournament victories in that time.He has the full throated support of Melbourne’s massive Greek community out on John Cain Arena this morning, but he has his work cut out against 20-year-old rising star Alex Michelsen who has vaulted from 601 in the world to 41st in just two years.Since her much-discussed break with coach Brad Gilbert after her disappointing US Open performance (losing to fellow American Emma Navarro, who is the eighth seed in Australia), Gauff’s record is an extraordinary 18-2 since the US Open. With new coach Matt Daly, Gauff has ironed out much of the issues with her forehand and serve and is playing a brand of highly confident tennis. Further, the fact that Gauff is o...

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3 hours ago The Vivienne vigil leaves family 'completely overwhelmed' as hundreds pay tribute in Liverpool

A moving vigil was held in honour of RuPaul's Drag Race star The Vivienne - whose name was James Lee Williams - in Liverpool on Sunday following their sudden death last week

Society

5 hours ago Millions of workers are skipping a meal at least once a week to save cash, poll shows

The TUC hit out at poor wage growth under the Tories as they released polling that shows working people are having to cut back on meals, heating and hot water to save money

Economics

2 hours ago Dominic Cummings and Elon Musk won't be able to upend UK politics, senior Tory warns

Dominic Cummings could persuade Elon Musk to back the Tories, Nadine Dorries claimed after it was revealed the controversial pair were communicating.

Events

24 hours ago BBC TV licence fee 'could be scrapped by end of 2027 and swapped for tax under plans being considered by Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy'

The BBC TV licence fee could be scrapped and replaced by funding from general taxation under plans reportedly being considered by Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy.

Culture

1 hour ago Artificial intelligence will 'turbocharge' Labour's growth plans and transform the lives of ordinary Brits, claims Keir Starmer

Artificial Intelligence will 'turbocharge' Labour's growth plans as well as transforming the lives of ordinary people, Sir Keir Starmer will claim on Monday.

Politics

5 hours ago California fires live: Governor Newsom suspends environmental laws to allow rebuilding in fire zones

At least 16 people have been killed so far as death toll expected to rise, Los Angeles county sheriff says Full story: stronger winds threaten further destruction, officials warnPoliticians quibbling as LA burns: Newsom’s latest beef with TrumpDetails emerge about the LA fire victimsA video shows a fire tornado spotted in the Palisades blaze:As is noted in our news report on the California wildfires, at least 20 arrests have been made for looting. Officials have imposed a mandatory curfew in evacuation zones as well as in the city of Santa Monica, which is next to Pacific Palisades. Continue reading...

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8 hours ago Skechers' 'comfy all day' trainers reduced by 74% to £34 in flash Sports Direct deal

"Love this shoe. I wear them to work and I stand eight hours. My feet are not hurting when I get home"

Economics

3 hours ago Three skiers dead after avalanche hit group on Italian mountain and 'dragged them hundreds of feet'

Italian media named the three deceased as driving school instructor Gaudenzio Bonini, 65, Matteo Auguadro, 48, and Matteo Lomazzi, 34.

Events

1 hour ago Minister seeks to ease road safety concerns over brighter LED headlights

Motorists say they are feeling the strain of brighter headlights ‘more than ever before’, according to the AA.

Politics

12 hours ago 'Humiliated' schoolgirls forced to take off shirts for male teachers before going home

End of term celebrations at a school in Dhanbad, India, ended in parent fury as teachers demanded girls took off their tops and went home without them after for a traditional celebration

Society

8 hours ago Bruno Fernandes makes Alejandro Garnacho feelings clear amid £50m Man United transfer links

Latest Manchester United transfer news as Alejandro Garnacho receives the love from United supporters thanks to Bruno Fernandes

Economics

3 hours ago Union Bears make unwavering Rangers vow after misfiring Ibrox protest – 'we'll continue until there is REAL change'

The fan group headed for the exits in the 55th minute and it sparked widespread derision across the stadium.

Events

2 hours ago 22 Kids And A Wedding sees Millie Radford's husband in tears for heartbreaking reason

Millie Radford and Harley Passmore faced a string of challenges before they were able to make it to the alter to swap vows - with storms, missing rings and tears ahead of their happy union

Politics

16 hours ago Family pay tribute to 'bright' student who died after falling from sixth floor at halls

"Matthew was just like every other teenage boy at university. It could have been anyone's son."

Society

10 hours ago 'Comfortable' Roman quilted coat perfect for winter weather has price cut by £25

The Roman Originals longline coat has been hailed for its comfort and style.

Economics

3 hours ago Jo Potter raves about the real Rangers returning to the SWPL title party as warning sent after 14 GOAL pasting

Rangers were the biggest scorers but Glasgow City remain the pick of the bunch

Events

3 hours ago ‘Mainlined into UK’s veins’: Labour announces huge public rollout of AI

Keir Starmer plans to ‘unleash’ technology with massive investment and deployment, despite public fearsArtificial intelligence will be “mainlined into the veins” of the nation, ministers have announced, with a multibillion-pound investment in the UK’s computing capacity despite widespread public fear about the technology’s effects.Keir Starmer will launch a sweeping action plan to increase 20-fold the amount of AI computing power under public control by 2030 and deploy AI for everything from spotting potholes to freeing up teachers to teach. Continue reading...

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11 hours ago Micah Richards' huge net worth, very private love life and £31k annual haircut bill

The former England defender is a popular figure on our TV screens

Economics

3 hours ago Scotland star Finn Russell shines as Bath keep Champions Cup hopes alive ahead of 'massive task' in Dublin

All to play for next weekend as Bath stay in hunt alongside rivals

Politics

12 hours ago 'We're with you': Supermarket giant Morrisons backs farmers' protests against Labour's inheritance tax raid in fresh blow for Rachel Reeves

In a video posted on social media, the grocery chain told Britain's farmers it shared their concerns about the impact of Labour's action, adding: 'We're with you.'

Economics

4 hours ago Dancing On Ice shares touching tribute to former contestant The Vivienne after the drag star's tragic death aged 32

The RuPaul's Drag Race UK winner, who came third when they competed on the ITV skating show in 2023, died suddenly on January 5 at the age of 32.

Events

3 hours ago Edinburgh's forgotten pair help Darcy Graham and Duhan van der Merwe flourish in atmospheric Brittany

Win over Vannes strengthens Sean Everitt’s side’s lead in Pool 3 of Challenge

Politics

13 hours ago London man who cut himself shaving wins £5K compensation from the razor company

London man who cut himself shaving wins £5K compensation from the razor company  Richmond and Twickenham Times

Economics

6 hours ago Antiques Roadshow’s Fiona Bruce cheekily warns veteran ‘speak for yourself!’ after touching tribute

Fiona Bruce jokingly snapped back at a Falklands War veteran after a cheeky joke during an inspirational segment of Antiques Roadshow

Events

4 hours ago Labour's Tulip Siddiq is under fresh pressure to quit as Bangladesh's new leader says London properties given to the anti

Labour's anti-corruption minister is under fresh pressure to quit over her links to Bangladesh's ousted regime after the new leader of the country intervened in the controversy.

Politics

16 hours ago Rachel Reeves 'making Britain a laughing stock' on China trip as she returns with 'puny' £600m investment deal

The Tories said the Chancellor had 'come back with next to nothing' from her trip to Beijing, which she ploughed ahead with despite fresh alarm at her economic plans.

Economics

6 hours ago Farmers accuse police of 'bullying' after receiving letters warning them they face prosecution over future Labour inheritance tax raid protests

Holyhead Port, on Anglesey, North Wales, was targeted on November 27 and December 5 by farmers who fear they will no longer be able to pass on family farms.

Events

4 hours ago Call the Midwife's Cyril and Lucille's marriage explored after love triangle develops

Call the Midwife newcomer Rosalind Clifford has appeared to confess her feelings to Cyril Robinson while he's struggling with his wife Lucille's exit

Politics

23 hours ago This £22m school opened in September. So why are staff now facing redundancy and being told state of the art facilities may never be used?

The 'much needed' Ysgol Robert Owen, funded by the Welsh Government and Powys Council, has empty places and is making cuts five months after opening

Economics

7 hours ago Glasgow Warriors' Champions Cup home cards fall right but still important to beat Harlequins

Warriors are guaranteed to be at Scotstoun in knock-out tie

Events

4 hours ago Du Toit stars as Bath keep hopes alive with Champions Cup win over Clermont

Pool 2: Bath 40-21 Clermont AuvergnePremiership leaders travel to Leinster next SaturdayBath are not yet certain of qualification for the knockout stages of this year’s Champions Cup but this six-try bonus point victory has given their chances a much-needed boost. While plenty still hinges on the outcome of Saturday’s trip to face Leinster, they are still alive in a pool where every point is having to be earned the hard way.The Premiership pace-setters may still have to rely on Benetton being well beaten at home to La Rochelle but a losing bonus point in Dublin could now narrowly sneak them through. If they do make it through they will be suitably grateful, not for the first time, to their South African prop Thomas du Toit whose brace of tries added further gloss to a typically strong set-piece performance. Continue reading...

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7 hours ago California fires live: Los Angeles prepared for severe winds expected in coming days, mayor says

At least 16 people have been killed so far as death toll expected to rise, Los Angeles county sheriff says Full story: stronger winds threaten further destruction, officials warnPoliticians quibbling as LA burns: Newsom’s latest beef with TrumpDetails emerge about the LA fire victimsA video shows a fire tornado spotted in the Palisades blaze:As is noted in our news report on the California wildfires, at least 20 arrests have been made for looting. Officials have imposed a mandatory curfew in evacuation zones as well as in the city of Santa Monica, which is next to Pacific Palisades. Continue reading...

Events

5 hours ago Neil McCann refuses to answer 'aggressive' Rangers question as he wants fans 'venting their spleen' to know one thing

The Union Bears staged a walkout protest but what does it mean for Clement's future?

Politics

8 hours ago BBC airs the 'comical' gaffe Union Bears suffered on exit as TV reporter sums up misfiring Rangers protest

It was a day to forget for the Rangers ultras as they were served up a slapstick departure on their day of defiance

Events

6 hours ago Heartbreak as dozens of engraved padlocks placed by lovers are cut off an iconic suspension bridge

For years, a pretty bridge countryside was the place to go for local couples wanting to seal their lifelong commitment to each other.

Politics

8 hours ago Selling Sunset star Jason Oppenheim accuses LA landlords of 'illegally' raising rental prices to cash in on wildfire disaster

Selling Sunset star Jason Oppenheim has accused LA landlords of “illegally” raising rental prices to cash in on the wildfire disaster.

Events

6 hours ago Love Island All Stars kicks off with extra hot Maya Jama twist as filming begins

Love Island All Stars series 2 fans have been warned to expect the unexpected as filming begins on the ITVX dating show...

Politics

8 hours ago Police turned a blind eye when she begged them to find the pervert posting deep

Her whole school seemed to be talking about how nice Miss Pellant was also a porn star online. The problem for teacher Kirsty was that those sexually explicit pictures and videos were not of her at all.

Events

6 hours ago First CalMac Glen Sannox voyage 'liable to cancellation' due to high winds

CalMac warned today that the first voyage of the MV Glen Sannox is "liable to cancellation" due to a high winds forecast.

Politics

9 hours ago Family pay heartfelt tribute to missing Londoner Aziz Ziriat amid Dolomites search

Aziz Ziriat, 36, and Samuel Harris, 35, both from London, were last seen on New Year’s Day

Events

6 hours ago Schoolgirls don't want to go back after headteacher forced 80 pupils to remove 'Pen Day' shirts

Schoolgirls at a private school in the Dhanbad district of India were forced to head home without their shirts as the headteacher confiscated uniforms affected by 'Pen Day'

Politics

9 hours ago Angry Union Bears spark Rangers civil war as ultras booed for walking away and diehards fight back

The Union Bears trudged out in the 55th minute as their team found their mojo on a strange day at Ibrox

Events

7 hours ago Senior Labour politician questions Elon Musk’s ‘reluctance’ to appear before MPs in parliament

Chair of parliament’s technology committee invited Elon Musk in December to give evidence before MPs

Politics

10 hours ago Keir Starmer ‘will act on findings of Tulip Siddiq investigation regardless of outcome’

Minister hits back after Tories call for PM to sack anti-corruption minister at centre of Bangladesh property rowKeir Starmer will act on the findings of an independent investigation into Tulip Siddiq’s conduct regardless of the outcome, a cabinet minister has said, as Kemi Badenoch called for her to be sacked.Badenoch, the Conservative leader, accused the prime minister of appointing “his personal friend as anti-corruption minister and she is accused herself of corruption”, after the Bangladesh government raised serious concerns about Siddiq’s links to the regime of Sheikh Hasina, her aunt. Continue reading...

Events

7 hours ago Teacher holds primary school pupil upside down by her ankles 'to cheer her up'

Trainee teacher Sean Haythornthwaite lifted a schoolgirl and held her upside down at Seascale School in Cumbria and later appeared in court, but has avoided a ban

Politics

10 hours ago The end of the world as we know it? Theorist warns humanity is teetering between collapse and advancement

When will human civilization end for 8.2 billion Earthlings? It could be happening right now

Events

7 hours ago Wayne Rooney replacement admits his sacking inspired Plymouth's FA Cup upset

Former Manchester United star Wayne Rooney was brutally sacked by Plymouth last month after a rotten run of form and it appears to have been the right decision from the Championship side

Politics

11 hours ago Picket line at Manchester Piccadilly as passengers face disruption due to strike

Members of the RMT union at Avanti are set to walk out every Sunday until May

Events