81 m. ago Latest Epstein files release includes thousands of heavily redacted documents and photos of celebrities – live

Trump’s justice department says more Epstein files will be released on a rolling basis after releasing heavily redacted documents on FridayFull report: Long-awaited cache of Epstein files releasedPhotos from the Jeffrey Epstein filesFBI notes detail grim demands Epstein made for procurement of underage girlsDeputy attorney general Todd Blanche has said more files will be released by the justice department on a rolling basis.He said in a post on X that “additional responsive materials will be produced as our review continues, consistent with the law and with protections for victims”. Continue reading...

Culture

2 h. ago New photo emerges of former Prince Andrew as more Epstein documents released

He appears to be reclining across the legs of five people in the photo

Culture

2 h. ago 17 photos documenting Manchester's Mad Friday as Christmas draws ever nearer

Some areas of town were packed - others quiet as the grave

Culture

3 h. ago Is Mad Friday over? A tale of two Manchesters shows it depends on who you ask

"People work from home now and Friday drinks are less usual - it’s harder to get people to come out"

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3 h. ago Bill Clinton in Epstein files as he's pictured in pool with Ghislaine Maxwell

Former US President Bill Clinton appears in a swimming pool photo with Ghislaine Maxwell in newly released Epstein files, though documents contain no allegations of wrongdoing against him

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7 h. ago US legislators say justice department is violating law by not releasing all Epstein files

Todd Blanche, deputy attorney general, says release of files won’t include full set, prompting outrage from lawmakersUS politics live – latest updatesTodd Blanche, the deputy attorney general, said that the Department of Justice will not release all its files related to the convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein on Friday, despite the deadline stated in the law. Blanche’s comments drew sharp rebuke from Capitol Hill, where top legislators threatened legal action “in the face of this violation of federal law”.Speaking in an interview on Fox News on Friday morning, Blanche said: “I expect we’re going to release several hundred thousand documents today, and those documents will come in all different forms, photographs and other materials associated with all of the investigations into Mr Epstein”. Continue reading...

Society

9 h. ago What is Mad Friday? When it is and why it's called Mad Friday

Here’s everything you need to know about Mad Friday, or Black Eye Friday as it’s also known.

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10 h. ago Bald head care range hailed 'simply the best' for Christmas gifting is 30% off

Bld Bro skincare bundles for bald heads are getting rave reviews, with discounts up to 30% off and Christmas delivery available if ordered by Friday

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11 h. ago Two thirds of paramedics fear attacks over festive season as London ambulance crews brace for 'Mad Friday'

Last December there were around 4,000 alcohol and drug-related calls in the capital, which is about 130 calls a day

Events

11 h. ago The great Christmas getaway begins: Millions of festive travellers head home on 'Frantic Friday' with traffic gridlock, 'busiest ever' airports and warnings of rail chaos

The AA has predicted that this year will see the busiest Christmas getaway on record, continuing an upwards trend since the relaxing of coronavirus travel restrictions.

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14 h. ago What is 'Mad Friday?' All you need to know about the last Friday before Christmas

The term 'Mad Friday' is one mainly used in northern England and is especially common in places like Yorkshire, the North East, and the North West. But what does it actually mean?

Politics

17 h. ago Reeves blamed for 'crushing confidence' after shoppers shun Black Friday sales sparking fears over Christmas 'golden quarter'

Analysts said the Chancellor 'running confidence into the ground' was partly behind volumes dipping 0.1 per cent.

Economics

25 h. ago Ambulance workers ‘fear being attacked’ over Christmas period: ‘A gruelling, relentless struggle’

The GMB publicised its findings on the last Friday before Christmas, one of the busiest nights of the year for ambulance and hospital workers

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29 h. ago Nightmare before Christmas as Frantic Friday sees shopping chaos and gridlocked roads

Brits will enter a festive frenzy of last-minute gift-buying which will peak at precisely 6.41pm on Friday, December 19. So you've been warned...

Economics

32 h. ago Trump live updates: Dozens more Epstein photos, texts and documents released ahead of administration’s deadline for all files

Health Secretary RFK Jr announced move to end gender-affirming care for minors Thursday

Culture

63 h. ago My baby niece was tortured & murdered by my brother’s jealous partner – she only got to celebrate one Christmas

RACHEL Bond smiled as she wrapped the last Christmas present for her 20-month-old great-niece Annie. She and her husband Thomas, both 59, had picked out the gifts in the Black Friday sales and were counting down to Christmas, excited to spoil the bright toddler they loved “like a daughter”. Annie had already stolen their hearts....

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4 d. ago 'I ate TGI Friday's Triple Stacked Jingle Bell Burger – it's a Christmas cracker'

REVIEW: The Daily Star's Neil Docking took his family to try TGI Friday's new Christmas menu complete with festive cocktails. His daughter's verdict said it all...

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4 d. ago Anthony Joshua and Jake Paul read out Christmas cards from each other

Both Joshua and boxing novice Paul got into the spirit of Christmas ahead of their eye-catching professional heavyweight showdown this Friday

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5 d. ago Aldi urgently recalls popular £2.99 Christmas food over dangerous health risk as shoppers warned ‘do not eat’

A FESTIVE food product sold in a major UK supermarket has been urgently recalled due to a health risk linked to an undeclared allergen. The Food Standards Agency (FSA) issued a recall notice on Friday for Aldi's Perfect Christmas Mozzarella Sticks in Blankets. The product, crispy crumbed mozzarella sticks wrapped in smoky bacon, contains egg which is...

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7 d. ago Darts fans say it's 'officially Christmas' as Ricky Evans produces an 'all

Darts fans have declared Christmas has officially arrived after Ricky Evans made his annual Christmas-themed walk-on at the Ally Pally on Friday

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