44 minutes ago Ronnie O'Sullivan told he can't leave smashed cue in bin after furious outburst

Ronnie O'Sullivan let his frustrations get the better of him last week as he smashed his cue and left it in a bin at the Championship League before withdrawing from The Masters

Politics

2 hours ago Falkirk Council back plans for holiday homes and restaurant at Black Loch

Conditions on the new development include upgrading the access road leading into the site

Society

78 minutes ago Shoppers are 'floored' by price of Ninja travel mug that keeps drinks at perfect temperature

Ninja's Sip Perfect Travel Mug has been a hit with shoppers - and the price is even more appealing thanks to a way to get the gadget for even cheaper than the January sale price

Economics

7 hours ago The Spin | South Africa in the Test Championship final should be celebrated not belittled

Claim the Proteas got there ‘on the back of beating pretty much nobody’ shows lack of respect for their achievementsSouth Africans were still celebrating their side’s passage into the World Test Championship final, secured after the fast bowler Kagiso Rabada cosplayed as Brian Lara in a nerve-jangling two-wicket win against Pakistan, when Michael Vaughan sought to pour cold water over the parade.Speaking on Fox Cricket the former England captain, who left his post in 2008 after losing a home series against South Africa, declared that the Proteas got to the final “on the back of beating pretty much nobody”. He said Temba Bavuma’s team didn’t “warrant being in the World Test Championship final with whom they have played over the last two years”. Continue reading...

Sport

41 minutes ago 'It is now six weeks since our beautiful son went missing. We just want him home'

Joseph Bellamy has not been seen since he left his home address in Caldicot on December 3

Events

2 hours ago Home Bargains popular product 'left schoolgirl, 13, with painful blisters on her face'

Mum Leah Nelson, 36, said her daughter Brooke was "excited" to use the Bubble T Watermelon face cleanser for the first time that she had purchased her

Culture

11 hours ago Doctor shares best time to drink coffee to help weight loss and diabetes

The doctor said that there's a certain period throughout the day where it could have the opposite effect

Science

27 hours ago Sick British grandmother, 76, who was due to fly home from Florida TODAY after falling ill on Disney World holiday with no travel insurance will remain in the US due to 'complications'

Patricia Bunting, 76, had been on a three-week holiday with her grandson and two sons to Disney World when she was hospitalised at the end of November.

Transport

54 minutes ago One mistake we're all making with Yorkshire puddings, according to top chef

Yorkshire puddings are notoriously hard to get right, but a top chef has revealed the one mistake many of us are making that's causing the fluffy bakes to fall flat

Politics

3 hours ago 'Powerful' and 'unexpected' health benefits of delicious £1 coconut dhal recipe

If you're trying to eat more healthily this year, you may want to try incorporating anti-inflammatory foods into your diet - and a delicious coconut dhal recipe is a good place to start

Society

1 hour ago People urged to maximise State Pension payments before end of current financial year

People have until April 5 to plug National Insurance gaps going back as far as 2008.

Economics

24 hours ago Aberdeen transfer state of play with Jack MacKenzie back on EFL club's radar and link to ex Rangers player revealed

The left back is one of five first team players who are out of contract at Pittodrie next summer

Sport

48 minutes ago Watch: Drug dealer stopped 223 miles from home tries to convince police he is 'on holiday‘

A drug dealer caught by police 223 miles from his home in Crewe tried to convince officers he was on holiday.

Events

24 hours ago University Challenge fans in awe over 'best ever' contestant's crushing victory

University Challenge fans were left in awe as 'best ever' contestant Jaime Salamanca Camacho helped Imperial College London to a crushing victory over the University of Oxford's Wadham College

Culture

13 hours ago Patients left in pain and indignity at Welsh emergency department says damning report

Overcrowding in the waiting room and reception 'continues to compromise patient privacy, dignity, and access to timely care' a report has found

Science

55 minutes ago Loch Lomond 'wallaby island' plans approved as TV presenter Kirsty Young set to open holiday lodge

Broadcaster Kirsty Young and her businessman husband Nick Jones have been granted permission to build a new lodge on Inchconnachan, known as 'wallaby island', on Loch Lomond.

Politics

4 hours ago Arsenal fans spot 'illegal' move in Liverpool goal and moan 'I thought we were cheaters'

Arsenal fans were left fuming after Liverpool snatched what could be a vital point in the title race against in-form Nottingham Forest with what has been described as an 'illegal' tactic

Society

2 hours ago Woman's £2,500 grocery haul raises eyebrows with staggering amount of 'favourite' item

The woman had spent over $3,000 (£2,454) on her grocery haul - but it didn't contain much food at all, with many people left concerned about how long it would last her

Economics

29 hours ago Rio Ferdinand claims Ruben Amorim decision vs Arsenal will have left Manchester United star unhappy

Toby Collyer was brought off the bench against Arsenal in the FA Cup on Sunday ahead of Casemiro and Christian Eriksen.

Sport

49 minutes ago Superdrug and WHSmith to close high street stores creating 'ghost town'

Superdrug, which has more than 800 stores across the UK, will close one of its branches in a major seaside town this January. The news has left locals 'shocked'

Events

24 hours ago The subtle symptom that was actually a sign my daughter was quietly suffering from CANCER

Just before Christmas, Lily Morss was diagnosed with rare cancer in her left eye. In hindsight, her parents say they could tell something was wrong months ago, when Lily began tilting her head.

Science

68 minutes ago Nostalgic characters: Retro cereal mascots you might remember from the 1990s and 2000s

Tony the Tiger is the king of all cereal mascots 🐯

Politics

6 hours ago I’m a climate scientist and my house in LA burned down. My work has never been more real

I feel like I am safe in saying that we are not thriving on our changing planet – and we will not in the coming decadesMy house in Altadena burned down in the wildfires on Wednesday. It all happened quickly. On Tuesday around 7pm, my wife and daughters went to a hotel as a precaution. I left the house with the dogs when the mandatory evacuation order came in around 3am. As best as I can put the timeline together, our home burned down around the same time that the sun came up, and I was able to drive in and see the damage around 2pm.Neighbors that went in after said it looked like a “war zone”. I have never been in a war zone thankfully, but I didn’t think so. There was nothing violent or chaotic about it. No one stopped me from driving in. There were no sirens. I stood alone – no one else around – in front of my house that was at that point just a fireplace and chimney. The house across the street was about halfway done with burning down, and the house behind ours had just started t...

Society

3 hours ago UK's most wanted list from rapist pensioner to killer with £10k bounty on his head

Many of the UK's worst criminals have been on the run for several years with some having huge bounties on their heads, as Crimestoppers hopes to see them locked up

Economics

30 hours ago Call of Duty players slam latest Warzone patch notes as 'they don't care'

Sentiment is changing for Call of Duty Black Ops 6 after players were left disappointed with the latest patch notes, with some going as far as claiming Activision 'doesn't care'

Sport

86 minutes ago Health expert reveals whether people are aware they are dying during a cardiac arrest

Death is a topic not a lot of people are comfortable talking about, but it is a natural part of life. It can be hard to talk about a loved one who has past, or to come to terms with your own mortality, when a lot of parts of death are left unanswered.

Events

33 hours ago Terminally ill teen in coma after being left in hospital corridor for 14 hours

Mark McAvoy, 18, was left on a corridor trolley for 14 hours before he was rushed to intensive care after being struck down with severe stomach pain and vomiting

Science

69 minutes ago 'Selfish' tourists flock to UK beauty spot to watch sunrise but some left unimpressed

Mam Tor near Castleton in the Peak District has gone viral on social media, with visitors flocking there early in the morning to see the stunning sunrise over the surrounding hills

Politics

12 hours ago Parental mental health biggest cause of child protection referrals in England

Public service cuts and ‘stark impact of poverty’ are causing worse outcomes for children, according to surveyPoor parental mental health has overtaken domestic violence as the most commonly reported factor in social worker assessments into whether a child is at risk of serious harm or neglect, according to new research.Growing rates of mental illness – in both parents and children – were an increasingly important driver of child safeguarding interventions in England, the latest comprehensive survey of children’s social care pressures found.In the UK and Ireland, Samaritans can be contacted on freephone 116 123, or email jo@samaritans.org or jo@samaritans.ie. In the US, you can call or text the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline on 988, chat on 988lifeline.org, or text HOME to 741741 to connect with a crisis counselor. In Australia, the crisis support service Lifeline is 13 11 14. Other international helplines can be found at befrienders.org Continue reading...

Society

4 hours ago 'I work at Tesco – there's 'impeccable' new meal deal snack no one's talking about'

A Tesco worker has shared that the supermarket chain has made a big change to their Meal Deal as they've added one new snack option that has the power to transform your meal

Economics

2 hours ago Murder accused ‘helped himself to cash from widow’s handbag’, court told

David Newton, now aged 70, denies murdering 86-year-old widow Una Crown at her home in Wisbech in 2013.

Events

36 hours ago Toddler trapped in hospital desperate for new heart after common virus left her critically ill

Aalayah Stewart been at Freeman Hospital in Newcastle for 10 months with a mechanical pump, called a Berlin heart which is carrying out the function of her failed organ.

Science

69 minutes ago Linda Nolan selflessly planned own 'blingy' funeral to save sisters' agony

Pop star Linda Nolan, 65, planned her own farewell when she learned her secondary breast cancer was terminal in a bid to help the beloved family she has left behind

Politics

19 hours ago The other countries that could follow Spain and declare war on Brits' holiday homes: France, Greece and Portugal among the EU nations looking to tackle housing and tourism problems

EXCLUSIVE: The Spanish government's shock plans to tax foreign buyers looking to buy homes has stunned British hopefuls dreaming of retiring by the sea.

Society

4 hours ago Millions of people are not claiming lost pension pots worth £31.1 billion

The value of lost pension pots in the UK has increased by 60% since 2018

Economics

2 hours ago Novak Djokovic’s ‘awkward’ restaurant incident with wife that left him feeling ‘embarrassed'

Novak Djokovic and his wife Jelena have been married for more than 10 years and share two children, but their relationship almost didn't get off the ground after a strange first date

Events

36 hours ago Terminally ill teen left in hospital corridor for 14 hours before being rushed to intensive care

Mark McAvoy's mum, Leanne, took him to Queen Elizabeth University Hospital's emergency department on the Monday, January 6, after he was struck with severe stomach pain and vomiting.

Science

1 hour ago Surprising chocolate treat that naturally lowers your cholesterol levels

Good cholesterol is essential for the body to function correctly, but it's also important to keep bad cholesterol in check to help prevent health conditions like heart disease

Politics

23 hours ago Man mortified after his secret Tesco purchases were exposed thanks to Clubcard app

He was left red-faced after his eating habits were exposed via his wife's Clubcard app - revealing a huge amount of one particular bakery item he enjoys before work

Society

4 hours ago US woman who relocated to Edinburgh left 'blindsided' after paying £1,300 for a flat that didn't exist

Olivia Ellen Homer, 29, from Chicago, travelled to Edinburgh in January to begin her studies at Napier University - but, after she arrived, she discovered her rental property belonged to a family.

Economics

2 hours ago Emmerdale fans confused as they spot 'missing' character and say they're 'locked up'

Emmerdale fans were left confused as they noticed one key character appears to have gone missing from the drama, amid the ongoing April drama in recent episodes

Events

2 hours ago DWP stops benefits for 318,000 people who ignored 'important' Universal Credit instructions'

The Department for Work and Pensions has warned that two benefits will be scrapped for good just weeks from now, with four others to be phased out during the 2025-2026 financial year

Politics

23 hours ago 'Unwelcome' tourists greeted with 'go home' graffiti in popular European holiday spot

A travel writer who recently spent time in Barcelona has spoken out about how she was greeted with 'go home' graffiti in the popular European holiday spot

Society

6 hours ago Martin Lewis urges four million people on benefits to check for ‘special’ £20 broadband deals

People on Universal Credit, Pension Credit, disability and legacy benefits may be able to slash their broadband bill.

Economics

3 hours ago 6 of the most unusual Burns night celebrations in Scotland including underwater Burns supper and Ecuadorian fire cooking

Burns night will be celebrated across the world on 25 January, and there’s plenty to look forward to in Scotland.

Events

2 hours ago Phil Foden delivers brutal title race verdict after latest Man City blow

Phil Foden was left frustrated after seeing Manchester City squander a two-goal lead over Brentford on Tuesday to fall 12 points behind Premier League leaders Liverpool

Politics

23 hours ago Pete Hegseth dodges questions on invading Greenland and drinking on the job in tense confirmation hearing – live

Trump pick for defense secretary also questioned on affairs and women in the military; protesters interrupt opening remarksDonald Trump will come in to power with a “trifecta” of governmental control after his Republican party won the House of Representatives, the Senate and the presidency in the 2024 US election. It will give Trump significant power to enact his agenda on the economy, immigration and other major issues.House Democrats are said to be prioritising taking control of Congress in 2026 over everything else, with Axios reporting that the House Democrats’ two largest ideological factions – the Progressive Caucus and the centre-left New Democrat Coalition – are trying to smooth over any disagreements ahead of Trump returning to the White House on 20 January. The two factions contain roughly 100 House Democrats. Who was to blame for the loss in the presidential election and the Biden administration’s policy towards Israel during its war on Gaza are among the topics of disagr...

Society

6 hours ago DWP could pay you up to £737 every month if you have one of these 52 eye conditions

PIP is a disability benefit that is paid by the Department for Work and Pensions - and you could be entitled to it if you have an eye condition that affects you day-to-day

Economics

3 hours ago Major holiday hotspot issues chilling pandemic warning in wake of COVID

Australian officials must learn from mistakes made during the COVID-19 pandemic in order to build back public trust ahead of the next viral outbreak that could sweep the world

Events

2 hours ago The DWP rules you need to know regarding benefit claims if you go on holiday abroad

If you're thinking of jetting off for a holiday this summer and claim benefits, there are some rules you need to be aware of to avoid risking your payments

Politics

24 hours ago Despair among climate campaigners as Heathrow Airport smashes annual flights record

Climate campaigners have been left speechless and infuriated by Heathrow Airport's announcement of a record breaking year, with 83.9 million passengers travelling through the airport in 2024

Society

7 hours ago Bloke rakes in £12k from fake toll road targeting tourists visiting holiday hotspot

The swindler's fraudulent toll was active for three seasons before the local authority realised tourists were being ripped off for entry to a beauty spot near the southern Russia city of Pyatigorsk

Economics

3 hours ago Linda Nolan: First breast cancer symptom you should never ignore as star sadly dies

Women are regularly encouraged to check their breasts regularly for signs of breast cancer, and it's important to know the symptoms as Linda Nolan revealed she 'foolishly left' her lump before getting it checked

Events

2 hours ago Man picked up Mercedes from garage only to be left mortified by dashcam footage

Michael Hinsley was left horrified after discovering a garage worker had urinated on the front of his Mercedes while it was being washed at the Mercedes dealership

Politics

25 hours ago Kyle Walker left at home for Man City's game at Brentford tonight as his team

Both Milan clubs are vying for his services and Mail Sport understands that any loan agreement could then turn into a two-year permanent deal at its conclusion.

Society

7 hours ago Captain Tom’s family cut £250k from mansion price – and cull mentions of pensioner from listing

Covid fundraiser’s loved ones faced fierce criticism over their handling of charity set up in his name

Economics

3 hours ago Major high street Superdrug shop to shut in weeks and locals are devastated

The Superdrug store in Bournemouth town centre will cease trading permanently in the coming weeks, with locals left reeling by the news

Events

3 hours ago Fears that France and Portugal could follow Spain's tax hike over holiday homes for Brits

Spain's announcement that non-resident citizens from outside the EU, such as the UK, could face hefty tax bills for property purchases in the country has sparked concern - and it's not the only one taking measures

Politics

29 hours ago End of the Spanish relocation dream? The devastated Brits who face a 100% tax raid on their house in the sun as Madrid tries to stop non

EXCLUSIVE: Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez yesterday announced 12 measures designed to win over residents furious with the lack of available homes.

Society

7 hours ago UK Government responds to calls to scrap £169.50 TV licence fee for all pensioners

Thousands of people have signed an online petition calling for the £169.50 TV licence fee to end for people over 66.

Economics

4 hours ago Doctor's urgent warning as taking iron tablets with certain foods could be dangerous

A&E doctor Suraj Kukadia has warned that taking iron tablets with certain foods and drinks could be dangerous.

Events

3 hours ago 'My sister just gave birth to my husband's baby – now she has outrageous demand'

A woman who divorced her husband after she found out he got her sister pregnant has been left gobsmacked after the new mum approached her with a shocking demand

Politics

30 hours ago ‘I’m alive’: man who uses wheelchair tells of New Orleans attack ordeal

Family of Jeremi Sensky, from Pittsburgh, suggests wheelchair may have acted as ‘boulder’ to help stop attackThe family of a man who was left paralyzed from the waist down by a 1999 car accident before being hit and badly wounded in the deadly New Year’s Day truck attack in New Orleans are reportedly wondering whether the 300lb wheelchair he uses may have had a role in helping halt the terror.Jeremi Sensky of the suburban Pittsburgh community of Canonsburg, Pennsylvania, was in New Orleans to ring in 2025 with relatives at the time the attack occurred, he told KDKA’s The Marty Griffin Show. Sensky was on Bourbon Street when he was hit by a US army veteran inspired by Islamic State in an intentional ramming that killed 14 people and wounded about 30 others. Continue reading...

Society

7 hours ago United Airlines passenger fined £8.4k for urinating in seat after downing drug and alcohol cocktail

Zachary Greear, 34, forced a Newark-bound flight to be diverted to Dublin on Monday after he mixed the tranquilliser xanax with booze before becoming disprutive on the United Airlines flight

Economics

4 hours ago Driver in horror A7 crash missing and 'may be injured' as woman left in hospital

Shane Donnelly/Barr, believed to be the driver of the other car involved in the smash, was not at the scene when police arrived with cops now searching for him.

Events

3 hours ago Amanda Holden left horrified by huge family row with 'doors being slammed'

Amanda Holden has given a glimpse into her life behind closed doors with her two daughters, Alexa (Lexi) and Hollie, as she shared a scene that will be familiar to parents of teenagers

Politics

31 hours ago Healthy coffee, brain food and adaptogenic beer: do functional foods really work?

Healthy eating is no longer just a few more salads and a few less sweets. Now you can decrease inflammation by drinking olive oil water, and buy ‘brain food’ in Marks & Spencer. Can they really make a difference, asks Giulia Crouch?

Society

7 hours ago Urine trouble: Horrifying moment valet relieves himself on man's £30,000 Mercedes

Car onwer - Michael Hinsley from Shropshire - was left horrified after dashcam caught a garage worker urinating on the front of his Mercedes while it was in the car wash.

Economics

4 hours ago Jet2 chaos as drunk passenger 'runs down aisle trying to expose himself after break

Jack Breheny, 32, from Burnage, told the court he was 'deeply ashamed' of his actions on the flight back from a week-long holiday his twin brother paid for to help him get over a tough break-up

Events

3 hours ago Tommy Fury's confessions on getting 'blackout drunk' and 'smashing Guinness'

Love Island's Tommy Fury opened up about his drinking problems in a new interview. The star opened up about the real reason he broke up with Molly-Mae Hague

Politics

35 hours ago Should I give my house to my children now to avoid inheritance tax? Four problems to watch out for...

The family home is likely to be one of your most valuable assets. This begs the question: 'Can I gift it to my children now? Lawyer Philip Sillars explains the risks.

Society

8 hours ago Diner furious at £478 bill for 'live lobster' dinner at Chinese restaurant

Reanna Ho was dining out with a group of friends at Canton Lane Chinese Restaurant when they decided to order eight dishes between them. However, she was left staggered at the price for a "live lobster"

Economics

5 hours ago Eight dogs savage girl, 11, who cried 'Mummy am I going to die?' in farm visit horror

The pack of eight Labradors attacked the woman and girl in two separate incidents that left both victims with wounds across their bodies some of which will be with them for the rest of their lives

Events

3 hours ago Tommy Fury makes pledge to daughter Bambi after admitting drinking problem

Tommy Fury has opened up on his struggles with alcohol addiction prior to his split from Molly-Mae Hague as he made a vow regarding daughter Bambi

Politics

35 hours ago The small Scottish farm that is supplying ‘local superfood’ to top London hotel

An unusual west coast farm has recently started supplying one of London’s top hotels with a Scottish superfood. Rosalind Erskine finds out more

Society

8 hours ago Arsenal slammed for signing 'waste of money' as Mikel Arteta told £42m transfer a blunder

Arsenal splurged £42m on signing Italian left-back Riccardo Calafiori last summer but former midfielder Emmanuel Petit believes the Gunners should have spent the money elsewhere

Economics

5 hours ago Coronation Street fans stunned to recognise prison guard as star of iconic TV show

Coronation Street viewers were left stunned after recognising the actress playing prison guard Mandy, who was taken hostage by Matty in tense scenes this week

Events

4 hours ago 11 best chocolate gifts for every occasion, from hampers to subscriptions

These will win you serious brownie points with the chocoholics in your life

Politics

9 hours ago Older people making a new claim for PIP could boost income to £1,622 each month

In most cases, people nearing State Pension age making a new claim for PIP are given a 10-year award.

Economics

5 hours ago Another Coronation Street star confirms shock exit from the iconic soap

The actor confirmed his departure from the soap on social media this week, which comes after five major Corrie stars have been written off or left the show in recent weeks.

Events

4 hours ago The Botanist owners confirms Greater Manchester site to shut immediately

The closure means there are no longer any Botanist sites operating in Greater Manchester

Politics

9 hours ago The £17m Celtic reason Tony Docherty is gushing with pride as Dundee 'heroes' drink in the praise

Three of Celtic's subs cost a combined £17m while Dundee had to turn to someone straight off his sick bed

Economics

5 hours ago Cause of death of Irish backpacker found dead in Koh Tao 'Death Island' hotel is revealed as his heartbroken mother pays tribute

Robby Kinlan, 21, from Quilty in Co. Clare, died on the Thai island of Koh Tao last week. His body was discovered in his bed with his phone in his hand and his earphones on

Events

4 hours ago 'I watched Babygirl as cam star – and this is what Nicole Kidman milk scene really means'

EXCLUSIVE: Nicole Kidman has starred in new movie Babygirl, where she plays a successful CEO who is eager to have her 'milk' and drink it. Let's take a closer look at what is going on

Politics

12 hours ago Attendance Allowance rules older people need to know or monthly payments of up to £434 could stop

Over 1.6 million State Pensioners receive either £72.65 or £108.55 each week on Attendance Allowance.

Economics

6 hours ago Big oil pushed to kill bill that would have made them pay for wildfire disasters

Legislation has new life in wake of Los Angeles catastrophe but US fossil-fuel industry is already mobilizing against itIn the year preceding the devastating Los Angeles county wildfires, big oil fiercely lobbied to kill a “polluter pay” bill that moved through the California senate and would have forced major fossil fuel companies to help cover the costs of climate disasters.Fossil-fuel industry lobbying in California spiked to record levels during the 2023-24 legislative session, and the polluter pay bill was among the most targeted pieces of legislation, a Guardian review of state lobby filings found. Continue reading...

Events

4 hours ago Almond Valley MSP condemns UK Government over broken promise to WASPI women

The women, born in the 1950s, were affected by changes to the state pension age and were not properly informed by the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP).

Politics

13 hours ago Amazon shoppers hail 'perfect' £8 gadget that keeps tea and coffee hot for 6 hours 'without leaking'

"It's perfect for work, keeps my drinks warm for a long period so i don’t to keep making fresh ones"

Economics

6 hours ago BBC Strictly Come Dancing's Pete Wicks felt like 'national hate figure' over public abuse before loss left him 'alone'

The reality star and podcast host has opened up in a raw and emotional interview about his life

Events