26 minutes ago Match of the Day: where have you seen new presenters Kelly Cates, Mark Chapman and Gabby Logan before?

Match of the Day hosting duties will be split between three presenters 👀

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1 hour ago Soho House billionaire's plans for new 'monstrosity' mansion in the Cotswolds could be scuppered by Iron Age fort

Ronald Burkle, who owns celebrity hotspot Soho House, wants to build the huge six-bedroom abode on farmland in a small Cotswolds village but has been met with strong local opposition.

Society

2 hours ago Mum visits seven countries in one year and spends just £2.6k – but uses no annual leave

Claire Howard, 47, took 13 extreme day trips - visiting each location within 24 hours - in a bid to tackle her fear of flying. She spent just £2.6k - and used no annual leave

Economics

35 minutes ago Miracle VW camper van untouched by LA fires despite blaze destroying everything else in street

Amid the destruction and sadness caused by the Los Angeles wildfires, photos have shown a remarkable little VW van which survived the horrifying blaze, despite the street burning

Events

23 hours ago Eerie new crime scene photo shows 'exact spot' where Pacific Palisades fire started

The burn scar was pictured taped off on a Pacific Palisades hiking trail, amid fears a smoldering NYE blaze reignited and accelerated.

Culture

21 minutes ago Obesity is being 'misdiagnosed' across the UK as experts call for new definition

Obesity has always been classified as a health risk, but for some it is an illness that needs to be correctly identified

Science

44 minutes ago Kelly Cates' Sky Sports role clarified as presenter confirmed as MOTD host

Kelly Cates will join Mark Chapman and Gabby Logan in presenting BBC Premier League highlights show Match of the Day next season, with the trio combining to replace Gary Lineker

Politics

13 hours ago Parents may be ‘fuelling obesity’ by encouraging one eating habit in children

Nutritionists have warned of one food habit which might be fuelling Britain’s obesity crisis

Society

36 hours ago LA fires forecast to be costliest blaze in US history with estimate of over $200bn in losses

Fires have killed at least 24, displaced thousands, destroyed over 12,000 structures as winds predicted until WednesdayFire crews are trying to get the upper hand on blazes that are tearing through Los Angeles before expected high wind gusts threaten their progress. The fires, which may become the most expensive in US history, have killed at least 24 people, displaced thousands, destroyed more than 12,000 structures and have 100,000 people under evacuation orders.Sustained winds of up to 40mph (64km/h) and gusts in the mountains reaching 65mph (105km/h) are predicted through Wednesday, forecasters said. Winds picked up on Monday and were expected to strengthen on Tuesday, fire behavior analyst Dennis Burns said. Continue reading...

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36 minutes ago Firefighters need better weather to fight California's flames. When will they get relief?

Fire danger remains high in parts of Los Angeles that have been ablaze for days

Events

4 hours ago Experts row back on ‘flawed’ BMI as millions wrongly diagnosed with obesity

Roughly 20% of people who used to be classified as obese will no longer meet the definition

Science

50 minutes ago Experts weigh in on ‘flawed’ BMI as global report says obesity needs new definition

“Is there a danger of the baby being thrown out with the bathwater?”

Politics

16 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

80 minutes ago Heartwarming moment tearful firefighter whose own home burnt down in LA infernos while he worked a 16 hour shift battling flames finds his wedding ring in the ashes

Californian firefighter Chien Yu was being interviewed by CNN 's Erin Burnett about returning to work after evacuating his home when he made the discovery.

Events

5 hours ago Experts call for 'radical change' in obesity diagnosis with major change in BMI score

Experts are calling for two new "diagnostic categories" of obesity

Science

75 minutes ago BBC confirm Gary Lineker's Match of the Day replacements as Kelly Cates shares host role with two Beeb favourites

The BBC has confirmed that next season's Match of the Day will be fronted by Kelly Cates, Mark Chapman, and Gabby Logan, with the three-person team replacing the outgoing Gary Lineker. 

Politics

18 hours ago North Dakota's new governor eyes 'path to zero' property tax on people's homes. Can it be done?

North Dakota is in a unique position to use its oil wealth to eventually end property taxes on people's homes under a plan from new Gov. Kelly Armstrong

Society

99 minutes ago Lorraine Kelly admits 'I have a patch on my bottom' and it 'changed my life' in health admission

Lorraine Kelly made an admission when speaking to Dr Amir during her show on Wednesday.

Events

12 hours ago Obesity won’t be solely defined by BMI under new plan for diagnosis by global experts

New recommendations on how to define obesity would reduce the emphasis on body mass index and also take into account health problems from extra weight and other measurements

Science

80 minutes ago BAFTAs 2025: Conclave and Emilia Pérez dominate nominations but Denzel Washington snubbed

The BAFTA 2025 nominations are in, with Conclave and Emilia Pérez leading the pack. Notably, Denzel Washington misses out on a nod, despite a strong performance in Gladiator II

Politics

26 hours ago Party poopers! SNP bans birthday cakes from Scottish nurseries over fears children are eating 'unhealthy' sweet treats several times a week

John Swinney's government has introduced new guidance for youngsters in early education limiting the types of food they can eat in a bid to halve childhood obesity.

Society

2 hours ago Dead To Me star Christina Applegate slams 'real sick' people laughing at LA wildfires

Huge stars, including Paris Hilton, Anthony Hopkins, Joshua Jackson, Mel Gibson, Leighton Meester and more, have lost their homes due to the blaze

Events

12 hours ago You can be fat AND fit, obesity experts reveal as they say BMI needs to go: More than 15million Britons are 'wrongly labelled overweight' 

Huge numbers of the 17.6million Brits who have been told that they are overweight are in fact perfectly healthy, the scientists have revealed.

Science

81 minutes ago Match of the Day fans give their verdict as Gary Lineker's replacements are officially unveiled

Kelly Cates, Mark Chapman and Gabby Logan were today confirmed by the BBC as the new Match of the Day presenters from next season, taking over from Gary Lineker.

Politics

4 hours ago Fire tornadoes: Firefighters in California face a rare and dangerous phenomenon

High winds and severely dry conditions have created a ‘particularly dangerous situation’

Events

14 hours ago Reframing obesity may end the diagnosis debate, but the health challenges remain

Assessment of the condition could face overhaul, but governments, companies and communities still have work to doCall to overhaul obesity diagnoses amid fears of over-reliance on BMIObesity is one of the world’s biggest health challenges, causing a mass of shorter, unhappier lives and a mounting burden on already overstretched healthcare systems.There is no doubt that more people than ever before are living with excess body fat, and there is no doubt about the dangers of doing so. Obesity has the ability to harm every single organ in the body, and increases the risk of type 2 diabetes, heart disease, cancer and mental illness. Continue reading...

Science

94 minutes ago BBC confirm new Match of the Day presenters ahead of Gary Lineker exit

Kelly Cates, Mark Chapman and Gabby Logan will share responsibilities

Politics

4 hours ago LA fires latest: ‘Most extreme’ weather alert issued as strong winds return and death toll climbs to 25

Officials warn that Angelenos are ‘not out of the woods’ with the Santa Ana winds expected to pick up Wednesday, fanning the flames of the Palisades and Eaton blazes raging through southern California

Events

20 hours ago British scientists discover way to predict who is most at risk of depression in major mental health breakthrough

Scientists said the British-led study provides more hope than ever before that the condition could be tackled through new interventions.

Science

1 hour ago Three new Match of the Day hosts confirmed as Gary Lineker quits BBC job

Kelly Cates, Mark Chapman and Gabby Logan will take over the presenting duties of the flagship BBC football programme when Gary Lineker hangs up his microphone

Politics

8 hours ago Firefighters prepare for increasing gusts following brief reprieve for LA area

Firefighters are readying for another round of critical fire weather after calmer than expected winds gave them a much-needed reprieve

Events

26 hours ago Exact time you will be able to see 'parade' of six planets in night sky this week

Our solar system’s planets are set to align in a six-strong planetary parade this week. Here’s how to not miss it

Science

3 hours ago Joey Barton makes Bonnie Blue demand in savage rant after world record bonking claim

Former footballer Joey Barton has called on environmental campaigners Just Stop Oil to intervene and stop adult star Bonnie Blue after her world record claim

Politics

8 hours ago LA fire death toll rises to 25 with another 84,800 placed on evacuation alert as dire new warning is issued for smoldering city

Authorities warned anybody in the vicinity of the blazes to be prepared to flee at a moment's notice, amid concerns that increasing winds will whip up new fires.

Events

3 hours ago Lorraine Kelly fumes over 'outrageous' news as she says 'don't get me started'

Lorraine Kelly appeared on Wednesday's Good Morning Britain to share what was coming up on her show and to discuss the latest headlines

Politics

10 hours ago Death toll rises to 25 amid new Los Angeles warnings and thousands still under evacuation orders – as it happened

Firefighters expect difficult and treacherous day as red flag warning forecasts winds of up to 75mph. This blog is now closedPrivate firefighting crews prompt furious public debateTell us about financial consequences you are facingCalifornia homeowners and business owners who lost everything in the devastating Los Angeles-area fires now have to tackle their insurance companies to recover the value of their homeowners’ policies – if they are lucky enough to have insurance at all.With estimates of the economic damage from the fires now reaching over $200bn, we’d like to hear what financial consequences people face due to the fires.In the rural enclaves tucked close to the canyons most prime to burn, scores of animals – horses, goats, pigs, chickens, and even emus among them – were in danger as the fast-moving fires swept closer. Some had been left behind during chaotic evacuations. Others required large trailers or a gentle hand to calmly coax them through the terror caused by howling...

Events

3 hours ago Diogo Jota immediately shuts down Nottingham Forest claim after Liverpool heroics

Diogo Jota rescued a draw for Liverpool against Premier League title challengers Nottingham Forest on Tuesday, but was less than impressed when questioned about his record against the Midlands side

Politics

12 hours ago LA fires updates: death toll rises to 25 amid new wildfire warnings and thousands still under evacuation orders

Firefighters expect difficult and treacherous day as red flag warning forecasts winds of up to 75mphPrivate firefighting crews prompt furious public debateTell us about financial consequences you are facingCalifornia homeowners and business owners who lost everything in the devastating Los Angeles-area fires now have to tackle their insurance companies to recover the value of their homeowners’ policies – if they are lucky enough to have insurance at all.With estimates of the economic damage from the fires now reaching over $200bn, we’d like to hear what financial consequences people face due to the fires.In the rural enclaves tucked close to the canyons most prime to burn, scores of animals – horses, goats, pigs, chickens, and even emus among them – were in danger as the fast-moving fires swept closer. Some had been left behind during chaotic evacuations. Others required large trailers or a gentle hand to calmly coax them through the terror caused by howling winds, ashen air and the...

Events

3 hours ago Pep Guardiola rants at goalkeeper Stefan Ortega after Man City’s draw at Brentford

The manager dished out his unique brand of tough love to City’s players at full-time

Politics

12 hours ago Don't finish your dinner! Parents fuelling obesity crisis by forcing kids to eat huge plates

Nearly four in ten (37 per cent) parents say the typically make their children eat everything in front of them.

Events

4 hours ago ITV's Lorraine Kelly says 'don't get me started' as she fumes over update

Lorraine Kelly appeared on Wednesday's Good Morning Britain to share what was coming up on her show and to discuss the latest headlines

Politics

12 hours ago A woman offered to buy an LA bride their wedding gown amid fires — then 200 people agreed to donate theirs

Kelly Mosser reaches out to brides in need after over 12,000 structures were destroyed in the deadly wildfires

Events

8 hours ago Emerging market stocks slide on Trump tariff threats and strong dollar

MSCI’s broad index has dropped more than 10% since reaching a two-and-half-year high in October

Politics

14 hours ago LA fires live: southern California residents brace for new wildfire warnings as nearly 90,000 people still under evacuation orders

Firefighters expect difficult and treacherous day as red flag warning forecasts winds of up to 75mphPrivate firefighting crews prompt furious public debateTell us about financial consequences you are facingCalifornia homeowners and business owners who lost everything in the devastating Los Angeles-area fires now have to tackle their insurance companies to recover the value of their homeowners’ policies – if they are lucky enough to have insurance at all.With estimates of the economic damage from the fires now reaching over $200bn, we’d like to hear what financial consequences people face due to the fires.In the rural enclaves tucked close to the canyons most prime to burn, scores of animals – horses, goats, pigs, chickens, and even emus among them – were in danger as the fast-moving fires swept closer. Some had been left behind during chaotic evacuations. Others required large trailers or a gentle hand to calmly coax them through the terror caused by howling winds, ashen air and the...

Events

8 hours ago ‘Solar Mamas empower our people by giving them electricity’: the women lighting up Zanzibar

Women with little formal education trained to become solar technicians, transforming villages and tackling patriarchal norms In a dimly lit corridor of a mud-walled house nestled among coconut trees, Sharifa Hussein stripped red and black cables, a screwdriver voltage tester balanced between her lips and rolls of cable lying by her feet.Then, with the help of three other women, she attached the two wires to an electronic device nailed on the wall. Continue reading...

Politics

13 hours ago Large portions and forcing children to finish meals ‘could be fuelling obesity’

Almost a third of parents say they need more guidance on deciding the appropriate portion sizes for their children.

Politics

15 hours ago Arne Engels rescues Celtic at the death as Dundee denied historic victory in epic Dens Park ding

It was a Tayside thriller as six goals were shared in a classic Premiership encounter

Events

19 hours ago Love Island's Tasha Ghouri and Andrew Le Page 'split' just weeks after Strictly

Love Island favourites Tasha Ghouri and Andrew Le Page had been going strong ever since meeting in the ITV villa back in 2022, but it's now reported the pair have ended things

Politics

15 hours ago Diogo Jota rescues draw for Liverpool against impressive Nottingham Forest

Chris Wood had given second-placed Forest the lead.

Events

21 hours ago California fires live: LA officials update public as winds pick up and state braces for ‘extremely critical fire conditions’

Firefighters expect a difficult and treacherous day amid dangerous winds as Red Flag weather warning is in place with winds of up to 70mph forecastLargest LA electricity firm sued over claims equipment started fires‘Convoy of incredible people’ saving animals from firesTell us about financial consequences you are facingCalifornia homeowners and business owners who lost everything in the devastating Los Angeles-area fires now have to tackle their insurance companies to recover the value of their homeowners’ policies – if they are lucky enough to have insurance at all.With estimates of the economic damage from the fires now reaching over $200bn, we’d like to hear what financial consequences people face due to the fires.In the rural enclaves tucked close to the canyons most prime to burn, scores of animals – horses, goats, pigs, chickens, and even emus among them – were in danger as the fast-moving fires swept closer. Some had been left behind during chaotic evacuations. Others require...

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16 hours ago LA fires live: officials warn winds still ‘tremendous threat’ as nearly 90,000 people remain under evacuation orders

Firefighters expect a difficult and treacherous day amid dangerous winds as Red Flag weather warning is in place with winds of up to 70mph forecastPrivate firefighting crews prompt furious public debate Tell us about financial consequences you are facingCalifornia homeowners and business owners who lost everything in the devastating Los Angeles-area fires now have to tackle their insurance companies to recover the value of their homeowners’ policies – if they are lucky enough to have insurance at all.With estimates of the economic damage from the fires now reaching over $200bn, we’d like to hear what financial consequences people face due to the fires.In the rural enclaves tucked close to the canyons most prime to burn, scores of animals – horses, goats, pigs, chickens, and even emus among them – were in danger as the fast-moving fires swept closer. Some had been left behind during chaotic evacuations. Others required large trailers or a gentle hand to calmly coax them through the t...

Events

21 hours ago Kingdom Come Deliverance 2 preview: Ambitious historical epic leaves strong first impression

Kingdom Come Deliverance 2 sees Warhorse Studios hit their stride right out of the gate, promising a fascinating adventure right from the jump in a charming but grumpy world

Politics

17 hours ago Looters 'pose as firefighters' to steal from Hollywood stars' homes as award nicked

The burnt out homes belonging to some of Hollywood's elite, including Sir Anthony Hopkins and Paris Hilton, are now at risk of being rifled through by low-life looters dressed as firefighters

Events

21 hours ago Ronnie O'Sullivan calls for snooker chiefs to take action after Masters withdrawal

Ronnie O’Sullivan withdrew from the Masters earlier this week just two days before his first-round clash with John Higgins and has now sent snooker bosses a strong message

Politics

17 hours ago Dramatic video shows local heroes foil firestarter in LA as string of deadly blazes continue to terrorize California

As the deadly LA wildfires brings the death toll to 24 and destroys peoples lives, ANOTHER arsonist was caught on film this Saturday attempted to light a fire in the Los Feliz neighborhood.

Events