Updates from Wednesday evening’s matchesLive scoreboard | Premier League top scorers | Email NiallThere’s plenty more going on beyond the Premier League tonight: in the Championship, Blackburn host Portsmouth while in a pleasing piece of symmetry, the same fixture features in the Women’s FA Cup fourth round, alongside Leicester v Stoke.In Scotland, Rangers welcome Aberdeen with both teams desperate for a win. In Italy, Inter host Bologna and there are five Bundesliga fixtures including Bayern Munich v Hoffenheim. I’ll do my best to provide updates, or you can follow our live scores page. Continue reading...

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Alex Oleksy is staring in season three of the BBC's iconic The Traitors and the 30-year-old has people in a frenzy over his strong Scottish accent - but who is he and why's he saying he's from Whitby?

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Dozens celebrated across the Gaza strip as it was announced that a deal had been reached between Israel and Hamas after 15 months of war. The deal reportedly includes the release of dozens of hostages held by Hamas in phases, the release of hundreds of Palestinian prisoners in Israel, and allowing hundreds of thousands of people displaced in Gaza to return to their homes. Israel’s government is expected to vote on the deal tomorrowIsrael-Gaza war liveIsrael’s cabinet reportedly preparing to meet to ratify Gaza ceasefire deal Continue reading...

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The feature may signal how Nintendo is getting ready for a wave of third-party games, including Call of Duty

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Alistair Wilson was murdered at his home in Nairn in the Highlands on November 28 2004.

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Holly Willoughby , 43, will be swapping her glamorous red carpet ensembles for a pair of camouflage hot pants and hiking boots as she prepares to host the show in Costa Rica.

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Researchers observed 200 TikTok fitspiration videos using popular hashtags, including fitness, fitspo, gymtok, and fittok during the study

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

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Qatari prime minister announces deal in Doha; US president confirms agreement and says US hostages to be free in first phaseIn Oslo today, Norway is hosting a meeting of the global alliance for the implementation of the two-state solution.Norway’s foreign ministry Espen Barth Eide is quoted by the Anadolu news agency making opening remarks in which he said that a ceasefire in Gaza would only be the beginning of the necessary process.The time has come to take practical measures that advance the two-state solution, address the root causes of this conflict and directly confront the legality of the Israeli occupation and its ongoing violation of international law.While we are waiting for a ceasefire, it is important to stress that it will not be acceptable for any entity to govern Gaza but the legitimate Palestinian leadership and the government of the State of Palestine. Continue reading...

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

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Ganni’s £155 leopard print tote bag has become a viral must-have for fashion lovers including Zara McDermott, and we’ve spotted one at Mango that’s £120 cheaper

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The BBC game show has seen a number of players murdered by their fellow competitors, with Yin, Keith, Maia and Livi all meeting a sticky end at the hands of the Traitors in the latest series

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As officials report that a deal has been agreed, a precarious pause in hostilities and the release of hostages could only be welcomedHope has rarely felt so fragile, or so inadequate. A moment long sought and prayed for will nonetheless be met with fear and apprehension as well as joy by Palestinians in the wasteland that is Gaza and among the traumatised families of Israeli hostages.After more than 15 months of war, which has left tens of thousands dead and almost 2 million struggling to survive, US officials and others reported that a ceasefire and hostage-release deal has been reached. The Israeli prime minister, Benjamin Netanyahu, said there were still “unresolved clauses”, though his cabinet was expected to vote on it on Thursday morning. They should back it. The broad outlines of this agreement have long been clear. The cost of the delay is unbearable. Since it was first mooted, thousands more Palestinians and an unknown number of Israeli hostages taken in the Hamas...

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After kindergarten teacher Katy took her new love into work to meet the kids, some questioned whether it was appropriate that a porn star was high-fiving children

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Princess Kate, who confirmed she is now in remission following her cancer diagnosis last year, returned to the hospial - Royal Marsden in Chelsea, southwest London - where she had treatment

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It's only the second full week of work in January, like many Scots, are you already feeling a bit frazzled? French-born Clinical Hypnotherapist and Burnout Advisor Charlene Gisele has some insight and tips on how to tackle burnout if you're a business leader or are self-employed.

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Observers are asking if his relationship troubles could be behind the strange outbursts including a joke about self harming and several furious rows with fans on and off the pitch.

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The women are said to be operating in two separate groups and are not linked to one another but have made off with hundreds of pounds of luxury items.

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The rivals had been due to meet in October 2022, before Benn failed a voluntary drug test.

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The countdown to peace between Israel and Hamas during their missile exchanges has been punctuated with air-strikes which 'increased in intensity' and left at least 24 people dead

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Clive Myrie welcomed four new celebrity contestants onto Mastermind on Monday, including Danny Miller, Josie D'Arby, Elizabeth Rizzini, and Qasa Alom

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The touching moment was captured on camera and posted online, as Kate, 43, underwent her first solo visit in a year at the Royal Marsden Hospital in London.

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It’s not all fun in the villa - there are a whole list of rules that are enforced by telly chiefs.

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It comes as proposed legislation is seeking to remove the automatic right for parents to home educate their children if they are at risk of harm.

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The financial guru has offered financial tips in his first Money Show Live of 2025

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Mikel Arteta is expected to land his dream signing, which may spell the end for another

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EastEnders' Cindy Williams Jr was last seen in Walford in 2015 and has yet to return to reunite with her mum on-screen, but could she make a comeback as her mum's attacker is revealed?

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As the cold snap continues, people are looking for ways to keep their homes warm for less. A heating expert has shared a simple tip that could save you hundreds of pounds

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Brenda Songs recalls famous London Tipton dialogue from ‘Suite Life on Deck'  Geo News

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Observers are asking if his relationship troubles could be behind the strange outbursts including a joke about self harming and several furious rows with fans on and off the pitch.

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The briefing is being arranged by the Retailers Against Crime group and will include details on shoplifting suspects, trends and recent footage.

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Every Premier League team is in action this week, with fans able to stream top clashes including Arsenal v Spurs and Nottingham Forest v Liverpool

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Call the Midwife will see Trixie Aylward take on a new role in Sunday night's episode as she's asked to meet with the council for important business.

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The chill of winter remains, with people keen to find cost effective ways to keep their homes warm for less and one expert may have the answer to knocking 10% off your bills

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Brenda Song Thinks 'London Tipton Was Right' About This Iconic Suite Life of Zack & Cody Phrase  PEOPLE

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Rumours have been flying around about the ITV soap after a number of exits were announced in quick succession at the start of the year

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The Englishman and Frenchman will meet in a featherweight fight at the O2 Arena

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Mohammad Siddiqui performed unnecessary painful circumcisions on children in areas including London

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The Princess of Wales originally had plans to attend another prestigious Scottish university before she changed her mind at the last minute after Prince William confirmed his place at St Andrew's University.

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Prices fell faster in December than November for a handful of household essentials, including carpets, lighting equipment and irons.

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A century of foolhardy development, including public subsidies for rebuilding in the firebelt, hugely contributed to this tragedy, writes our architecture critic. LA must rethink – and build upwards not outwards‘Crime don’t climb” is one of the glib mottoes long used by Los Angeles real estate agents to help sell the multimillion dollar homes in the hills that surround the sprawling metropolis. Residents of the lush ridges and winding canyons can rest assured, in their elevated green perches – safely removed from the smog-laden, supposedly crime-ridden flatlands beneath. What the realtors neglect to mention, however, is that, while crime rarely ascends the hills, flames certainly do. And that the very things that make this sun-soaked city’s dream homes so attractive – lush landscaping, quaint timber construction, raised terrain and narrow, twisting lanes – are the very things that make them burn so well. They create blazing infernos that, as we have seen over the past week, are trag...

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Money can be shaved from many bills in 2025, the money expert says

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PS5 players can download some colossal titles this month via PlayStation Plus Extra and Premium, with God of War, Like A Dragon and Gundam included among others

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Jo Frost, aka Supernanny, has shared some of her top parenting tips on her Instagram page - and a few mums and dads may be surprised to hear what she had to say

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Beauty shoppers aren't going to want to miss this massive sale as the Lancome blockbuster beauty set worth £350 gets axed by 74% for a limited time

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EastEnders has confirmed Cindy's attacker will be revealed during the soaps milestone anniversary week in February, as speculation grows that a member of her family will return after 12 years

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A travel expert has urged holidaymakers to keep in mind a tip for travelling with luggage, something that could make travelling much easier

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The Prime Minister used yesterday's Cabinet meeting to outline his aim of striking a 'partnership' with America under Mr Trump to 'advance our economic growth'.

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King Charles met with Sir Rod Stewart and his wife Penny Lancaster in Scotland today, as he marked the 35th anniversary of the launch of his royal charity.

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A former Emirate flight attendant has shared her craziest requests from passengers including a McDonald's order, changing a baby's nappy and telling the pilot to slow down

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If you’re wondering where all your money goes, the founder of All Things Money can probably tell you. Ola reveals how you can really make savings – and five easy ways of topping up your earnings

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

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Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk has accused Russia of planning acts of sabotage worldwide that included “acts of air terror” against airlines

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These five motivational tips could help you get through the January working blues.

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Dr Primrose Freestone, a senior lecturer at the University of Leicester, warns dumbbells, barbells, and machines act as resevoirs for bacterial, viral, and fungal pathogens.

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Man United are expected to win a game for the first time in weeks when they host basement club Southampton on Thursday.

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A London-based landlord has been slammed on social media for advertising a 'completely exploitative' renting deal with strict house rules.

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Review could lead to bans on plastic chemicals including vinyl chloride, compound at center of 2023 Ohio train wreckThe Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is launching a formal review of five highly toxic plastic chemicals, including vinyl chloride, the notorious compound at the center of the East Palestine, Ohio, train wreck fire. The move could lead to strong limits or bans on the substances.Vinyl chloride is most commonly used in PVC pipe and packaging production, but is also cancerous and highly flammable. For about 50 years, the federal government has considered limits on the substance, but industry has thwarted most regulatory efforts, hidden the substances’ risks and is already mobilizing against the new review. Continue reading...

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The Princess of Wales paid a moving visit to the Royal Marsden Hospital where she received her cancer treatment to thank staff and meet patients - and for the outing, she decided to leave her iconic engagement ring at home

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Deals include Portsmouth to London for £3.50, Norwich to Colchester for £4 and Sheffield to Leicester for £3.80

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Healthcare workers among suspected cases of Ebola-like disease as WHO issues warning of high risk to the country and its neighboursA suspected outbreak of Marburg virus disease (MVD) in Tanzania has killed eight people and poses a high risk to the country and its neighbours, global health leaders have said.The World Health Organization (WHO) said nine suspected cases of the Ebola-like virus had been reported as of 11 January, in two districts of the Kagera region in the north of the country, including the eight deaths. Continue reading...

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King Charles, 76, held an audience with the President of Sierra on Wednesday in Scotland.

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David Moyes begins his second spell as Everton boss against Aston Villa on Wednesday night - and the Merseyside club could learn how to succeed in the Premier League from their opponents

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Richard Elkin and Hayley Bell deny charges including preventing lawful burial of a dead body.

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Love Island couple Tasha Ghouri and Andrew Le Page have ended their relationship almost three years on from meeting on the ITV2 dating show - and split for a number of reasons

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Latest SunLife study shows average total funeral cost at £9,797 with many selling off possessions to help payThe “cost of dying” has hit a record high, prompting growing numbers of grieving UK families to turn to crowdfunding or sell possessions to help pay for a funeral, according to a report.The average cost of a basic funeral has increased by 3.5% in a year to hit an “all-time high” of £4,285, according to the insurer SunLife, which has been monitoring UK funeral costs for two decades. Continue reading...

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

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Join sleep expert Natalie Pennicotte-Collier for a transformative lunchtime session, where science meets practical strategies to reset your sleep and recharge your life.

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Paul Hilton, CEO of leading Scottish property portal ESPC, shares his insights into what he thinks will happen in the housing market in 2025.

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The Dungeons and Dragons Monster Manual 2025 is set to be released on February 18th - here's everything you need to know

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If you are looking for a name for your new puppy, we have some ideas for you.

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Government still working to verify reports of Melbourne man’s death after being captured by Russian forces while fighting for UkraineFollow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastAustralia would take “the strongest action possible”, including potentially expelling Russia’s ambassador, Anthony Albanese has warned, as the federal government scrambles to verify reports that Melbourne man Oscar Jenkins had been killed after being captured by Russian forces while fighting for Ukraine.Albanese said on Wednesday that any harm to Jenkins would be “absolutely reprehensible”, and demanded Moscow immediately confirm the condition of the 32-year-old Australian citizen, after reports overnight that he had died.Sign up for Guardian Australia’s breaking news email Continue reading...

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It’s not long until the Academy announce their all-important Oscars shortlists.

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Acting shortlists are dominated by newcomers to the exclusion of industry veterans, but The Substance’s Coralie Fargeat is the only female director in shortlist of six• The full list of Bafta nominationsConclave, Edward Berger’s papal thriller about a conflicted cardinal overseeing the election of the new pope, heads into next month’s Bafta awards with the most nominations. It is in the running for 12 awards – one more than its closest rival, Jacques Audiard’s much-decorated transgender musical Emilia Pérez.Based on the novel by Robert Harris, Berger’s film will hope to repeat the surprise sweep of his previous film, All Quiet on the Western Front, which won seven awards at the ceremony two years ago, including best picture and best director. Continue reading...

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A special cabinet meeting has been called in Mauritius on Wednesday to discuss Sir Keir Starmer’s proposals

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A star-studded lineup, including a Spice Girl, a rugby player and a tennis icon, will battle it out on the new Netflix show Celebrity Bear Hunt, with host Holly Willoughby issuing a stark warning

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Despite a career that included spells with the likes of Arsenal and AC Milan the Swiss international couldn't handle life in Glasgow

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When you hear the words 'Michelin-star restaurant', don't assume sky-high prices. Your bill at even the poshest of eateries in London could end up high-street-chain-cheap if you time it right.

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Here are this morning’s top Scottish Premiership transfer headlines - including Hearts, Rangers and Celtic.

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