10 minutes ago Starmer running out of time to land Chagos Islands deal before Trump takes power

The UK and Mauritius governments issue a joint statement admitting that they still have not agreed a deal for the handover of the Chagos Islands with an incoming Trump administration set to try to block an agreement

Politics

29 hours ago 'Shocked' building firm issues apology after demolishing childhood home of AC/DC rock stars

Company promises to create ‘special space’ to commemorate site

Society

63 minutes ago DWP to issue four separate bonus payments to millions of people in January

The Department for Work and Pensions is set to issue the bonuses to millions of people to help them cope with the cost of living crisis and offer more general support

Economics

3 hours ago Gary Lineker urges Arsenal to consider surprising transfer target as familiar issue remains

Arsenal's lack of goals remains a serious problem and that was clear during their FA Cup loss to Manchester United with Gary Lineker urging them to consider raiding a Premier League rival

Sport

22 minutes ago Martin Lewis' MSE issues warning for British Airways customers over incoming deadline

If you accepted a voucher because your British Airways flight was disrupted, then you need to use this before the end of September 2025 - here is what you need to know

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20 hours ago The shocking photos that showed Paris Jackson needed help...after fiercely denying a heroin addiction for years

Paris Jackson recently revealed her past addiction to heroin, despite denying substance abuse issues in the past

Culture

33 minutes ago Nurse who sedated patients for fun and then laughed about it in cruel messages with colleague is struck off register

Catherine Hudson gave unprescribed drugs to vulnerable people in the hospital who she deemed 'troublemakers' including a 76-year-old lady paralysed by a stroke.

Science

13 minutes ago Australian Open 2025: Jacob Fearnley spoils Nick Kyrgios party as Novak Djokovic and Carlos Alcaraz progress

Kyrgios struggled with an abdominal issue as Fearnley eased to straight-sets win

Politics

2 hours ago Ronnie O'Sullivan says 'I'll be back' in defiant private message after Masters withdrawal

There's been increasing concern about snooker icon Ronnie O'Sullivan's future in the sport, but reassurance has been offered following his decision to pull out of the Masters last week

Economics

5 hours ago Transfer puzzler at Celtic rings loudest as Jury not having wishy washy answers out of Ibrox

The Record Sport top team debate the big issues of the week including Greg Taylor's Celtic contract and Martin Boyle's Hibs future

Sport

70 minutes ago Mum of five dies suddenly at home in Christmas tragedy as family issue urgent warning

Jamie-Louise Farren, from Withernsea, East Riding of Yorkshire, died suddenly on Boxing Day after suffering an asthma attack at her home, leaving behind her five children

Events

13 hours ago Nurse who was stabbed in hospital's A&E department was 'attacked by a patient who got angry about having to wait': Medic fighting for her life

The 'distressing and frightening' attack happened at the Royal Oldham Hospital, Greater Manchester, with the assailant said to have used a 'sharp instrument' that wasn't a knife.

Science

15 minutes ago Prince Harry and Meghan Markle issue statement over Meta's 'deeply concerning' fact

Harry and Meghan criticised the move by the parent firm of Facebook, Instagram and Threads to switch to an X-style Community Notes system where users flag content as false or misleading.

Politics

7 hours ago What Ruben Amorim told Man United players after Arsenal win as Bruno Fernandes sends message to teammates

Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes shared a very clear message after the FA Cup win at Arsenal.

Sport

88 minutes ago Warning to UK motorists over 'contaminated' fuel from major BP petrol station

Motorists have been issued an urgent warning after dozens of drivers said their cars broke down after they visited a popular BP garage and filled up their petrol last week

Events

13 hours ago Hospital nurse stabbed in A&E 'by furious patient who was angry about waiting'

It is believed the attack was motivated by the man becoming angry at having to wait to be seen at the hospital's A&E department.

Science

22 minutes ago UFC icon Khabib Nurmagomedov removed from plane after interaction with ‘rude’ staff

A video showed the argument between the fighter and an air hostess, though the root of the issue was not entirely clear

Politics

13 hours ago Chelsea boss Enzo Maresca sends Joao Felix brutal message after FA Cup brace

Chelsea attacker Joao Felix is pushing for more starts in the Premier League following another impressive showing against Morecambe on Saturday when he struck two second-half goals

Sport

1 hour ago Warning issued over one popular breakfast item you should 'never' cook in an airfryer

Experts are now advising against a viral cooking trend

Events

17 hours ago Oldham hospital nurse stabbed in A&E was 'attacked by furious patient who was told to wait'

A nurse in her 50s is said to be fighting for her life after an impatient service user stabbed her at the Royal Oldham Hospital, Greater Manchester, because of the wait

Science

2 hours ago Coronation Street icon speaks out on 'cast revolt' after wave of soap exits

Andy Whyment has triggered an outpouring of messages from his co-stars as he spoke out on reports about the ITV soap

Politics

15 hours ago Manuel Ugarte issues strong message after Manchester United response vs Arsenal

Manchester United defeated Arsenal on penalties to book a tie with Leicester City in the fourth round of the FA Cup on Sunday

Sport

2 hours ago Jannik Sinner has no issues at Australian Open as Stefanos Tsitsipas crashes out

Sinner defeated Nicolas Jarry to make it 15 straight victories and eight in a row in Melbourne.

Events

17 hours ago Nurse who was stabbed in hospital's A&E department was 'attacked by a patient who got angry about having to wait': Medic fighting for her life 

The 'distressing and frightening' attack happened at the Royal Oldham Hospital, Greater Manchester, with the assailant said to have used a 'sharp instrument' that wasn't a knife.

Science

2 hours ago Man Utd star sends passionate message with Ruben Amorim wanting to replace him

Manchester United goalkeeper Altay Bayindir was the unlikely hero of Sunday's FA Cup win against Arsenal, saving two penalties after an unconvincing first-half display

Politics

16 hours ago Gabriel Jesus injury: Mikel Arteta issues worrying update on Arsenal star's fitness

The striker is set for scans on Monday but initial signs are “not good”

Sport

2 hours ago Khloe Kardashian's messages to LA firefighters as Kim accused of breaking water rules

Khloé Kardashian has shared a moving message to first responders who are continuing to tackle the ongoing fires across parts of Los Angeles which are destroying lives

Events

3 hours ago John Higgins message to Ronnie O'Sullivan speaks volumes amid Masters absence

Ronnie O'Sullivan made the decision to withdraw from the Masters and John Higgins was one of many snooker stars to send a message to his rival

Politics

16 hours ago Manchester United: Ruben Amorim sends 'heroes' message to Altay Bayindir and Joshua Zirkzee

The pair have endured below-par performances this season but were key to beating Arsenal

Sport

2 hours ago Blue Origin launch: Jeff Bezos' New Glenn rocket launch called off due to 'vehicle subsystem issue'

Reusable rocket had been due to set off from Florida

Events

3 hours ago Gardening expert reveals the four jobs you must do now for vibrant blooms in spring

The Royal Horticulturalist Society has issued four tips on jobs Brits can take on during the typically cold and dreary month of January to kickstart a vibrant and healthy garden this spring.

Politics

16 hours ago Ruben Amorim sends message to Manchester United matchwinners Joshua Zirkzee and Altay Bayindir

Altay Bayindir was the man of the match and Joshua Zirkzee the matchwinner in Man United's tense FA Cup win at Arsenal.

Sport

3 hours ago Kingpin brothers, 'The Banker' and a mystery Manchester man at heart of deadly drugs war

The Tobin brothers' empire came crashing down after a police seizure. EncroChat messages revealed their desperate attempts to stay on top

Events

3 hours ago John Higgins sends classy message to Ronnie O'Sullivan after Masters withdrawal

Ronnie O'Sullivan withdrew from the Masters and his would-be opponent John Higgins was quick to send a message of support to the seven-time world champion

Politics

4 hours ago LA wildfires death toll rises to 24 as forecasters issue new warning over strong winds

The blazes have already destroyed more than 12,000 structures since Tuesday

Events

4 hours ago As Trump enters the fray, the danger is that a nationalist Europe will fragment, not stick together | Nathalie Tocci

Rightwing leaders such as Meloni and Orbán set themselves up as Trump whisperers – but they only want to preserve their own interests A far-right wind is blowing across the Atlantic. While the rise of the populist right in Europe predated Donald Trump’s re-election, far-right parties, leaders and governments across Europe are being bolstered by his imminent return to power, and by Elon Musk’s rising political star. There is some hope that Trump’s presidency could have a unifying effect on Europe – and on issues such as defence policy, I believe it might.Trump’s apparent disregard for international law, sovereign borders and the US’s Nato allies with his ludicrous threat, even before his second term begins, to annex Greenland by force, drew a swift and unified reaction from France, Germany and Spain, whose leaders made it clear that they are, as you would expect, appalled and standing with Denmark. Germany’s chancellor, Olaf Scholz, said Trump’s remarks had triggered “incomprehension...

Politics

5 hours ago LA wildfire death toll rises to 24 as forecasters issue new warning over strong winds

The blazes have already destroyed more than 12,000 structures since Tuesday

Events

5 hours ago Gabriel Jesus injury: Arsenal striker set for knee scans as Mikel Arteta faces anxious wait

Gunners boss worried after Brazilian striker stretchered off in FA Cup defeat by Manchester United

Events

8 hours ago Man Utd transfer news: Kobbie Mainoo sent message as Alejandro Garnacho exit stance emerges

Manchester United are keen on making some new signings in the January transfer window but they will need to sell players before Ruben Amorim can strengthen his squad

Politics

6 hours ago From Paula Radcliffe’s marathon tips to Ben Stiller on his epic TV drama: the best podcasts of the week

Olympians serve up a 16-week audio running club, while the Zoolander star unpacks his brilliant brain-scrambler of a show, SeveranceAfter nearly three years, Apple’s brain-scrambling epic is back on our screens this week. If you just can’t wait (fair enough), director-executive producer Ben Stiller and Adam Scott – who stars as Mark – have launched this new official pod. Having already kicked off with daily rewatch episodes covering the twists of season one, it will continue with week-by-week coverage of season two. Hannah J Davies Apple Podcasts, episodes weekly Continue reading...

Events

9 hours ago JD Vance splits with Trump on major issue that could cause turmoil on their first day back in the White House

JD Vance has diverged from Donald Trump on pardoning January 6 rioters, advocating against clemency for those who committed violence while supporting pardons for peaceful protestors.

Politics

8 hours ago LA fire death toll rises to 24 as locals are warned to brace for 72 hours of hell: Sheriff issues grim message

The Los Angeles fires death toll has skyrocketed to 24 amid warnings hellish weather conditions will spur on the raging infernos for at least three more days.

Events

10 hours 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

9 hours ago Chuck D pleads for people to stop using Public Enemy’s Burn Hollywood Burn on videos of LA fires

The 1990 protest track ‘has nothing to do with families losing everything they have’ says the rapper, hitting out at TikTok and Instagram videosFollow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastPublic Enemy’s Chuck D has asked people to stop using the rap group’s song Burn Hollywood Burn as a soundtrack on videos of the California wildfires, saying it has “nothing to do with families losing everything they have”.The rapper issued the statement on the weekend in response to several videos uploaded to TikTok and Instagram that use the 1990 Public Enemy song over footage of the wildfires, which have killed at least 24 people, destroyed more than 12,300 buildings and displaced more than 200,000 people so far.Sign up for Guardian Australia’s breaking news email Continue reading...

Events

11 hours 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...

Politics

10 hours ago Arsenal striker target Benjamin Sesko sends clear message to new boss Jurgen Klopp

Benjamin Sesko has long been linked with a Premier League move, Arsenal among those keen, but he produced a moment of magic in front of Jurgen Klopp, who is now a Red Bull employee

Events

14 hours ago Meghan Markle issues statement as she delays Netflix series launch amid LA wildfires

Meghan Markle's eight-part series, With Love, will premiere on March 4 instead of January 15 as the former Suits actress helps her community impacted by the LA wildfires

Politics

12 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

Events

15 hours ago Dominos brutally troll Kai Havertz after Arsenal star drops a stinker vs Man Utd

Kai Havertz endured a difficult evening as Arsenal saw their FA Cup journey ended at the third round by Manchester United and he has been sent a ruthless message after his performance

Politics

12 hours ago Kai Havertz's wife reveals sickening Instagram messages as Arsenal launch investigation

Kai Havertz missed the decisive penalty during Arsenal’s FA Cup defeat to Manchester United and his wife has been targeted by vile trolls in the aftermath of the Gunners’ elimination

Events

15 hours ago How Farage lost the Brexit Party and why it means Reform is not inevitable

The last week has seen Farage and Reform top a national poll and hold another packed rally as their political momentum continues to gather steam. But the embarrassing row with Elon Musk and issues around Tommy Robinson exposed a number of serious problems for Reform behind the scenes, reports David Maddox

Politics

14 hours ago Arsenal investigate threats to Kai Havertz’s wife after Man United defeat

Arsenal are investigating threatening messages sent to the pregnant wife of player Kai Havertz following a loss on Sunday evening

Events

16 hours ago Oliver Glasner: Trevoh Chalobah missed FA Cup clash due to ‘contractual issue’

Chalobah’s absence fuelled rumours the Chelsea loanee could soon be on his way back to his parent club.

Politics

14 hours ago Flight horror after plane forced into emergency descent as oxygen masks deployed

The United Airlines flight was at around 40,000ft over Ohio when it suffered an issue. The pilot was forced to rapidly descend 10,000 ft in the US on Monday morning as passengers were left terrified

Events

16 hours ago Bromley boss Andy Woodman hopeful Newcastle can end trophy wait this season

The Magpies have not won a domestic trophy for 70 years.

Politics

15 hours ago Antiques Roadshow's Fiona Bruce issues cheeky dig at war hero: 'Speak for yourself!'

Antiques Roadshow host Fiona Bruce issued a cheeky dig at war hero Simon Weston after he made a quip about the pair

Events