38 minutes ago Everton v Aston Villa, Newcastle v Wolves and more: Premier League – live

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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7 hours ago Horrified bride told she has cancer on wedding day despite doctor saying she was 'too fat'

Claire Boulton, 47, discovered she had cancer on her wedding day as the nurse called while she was sat in a salon, after saying she had felt unwell for several years before

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7 hours ago Watch live: Keir Starmer faces grilling from Kemi Badenoch in Commons after surprise inflation fall

Watch live as Sir Keir Starmer faces Kemi Badenoch at Prime Minister's Questions on Wednesday, 15 January, after a surprise inflation fall gave a boost to under-fire chancellor Rachel Reeves.

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54 minutes ago TikToker's huge The Traitors 'secret relationship' theory about fake Welsh player Charlotte

TikToker Martha Collison revealed she believed that Charlotte's game plan was to distance herself from another contestant

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38 minutes ago Felicity Jones oozes sophistication in a black and white corset gown as she attends special screening for The Brutalist in London

The actress, 41, attended a special screening of the award-winning drama at Picturehouse Central Cinema, London, on Wednesday.

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4 hours ago Marriage equality and a giant weather vane: photos of the day – Wednesday

The Guardian’s picture editors select photographs from around the world Continue reading...

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98 minutes ago Watch live: Qatar prime minister speaks as Hamas accepts Israel ceasefire deal to pause war

Watch live as Qatar’s prime minister holds a press conference on Wednesday (15 January) as Hamas has reportedly accepted a ceasefire deal with Israel to pause the war.

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8 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...

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8 hours ago Slower UK inflation relieves pressure on Rachel Reeves as financial markets calm

The cost of Government borrowing eased on Wednesday morning in a tentative sign of relief among traders after more heightened economic concerns.

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11 hours ago Should you really share your bedroom fantasies with you partner? TRACEY COX shares tales of how it's gone horribly wrong

Sex and relationships expert TRACEY COX warns that confessing your fantasies can be risky. It is, however, possible to open up to your partner without putting your relationship in danger.

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41 minutes ago Chance of eight baby deaths on unit where serial killer Lucy Letby worked was 'less than 1%', statistician tells inquiry

Sir David Spiegelhalter, emeritus professor of statistics at Cambridge University , said he had recently analysed the number of deaths on the hospital's neo-natal unit between 2010 and 2016.

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7 hours ago Adam Thomas addresses Love Island fix claims after brother Scott 'secretly entered show'

Waterloo Road star Adam Thomas revealed on This Morning on Wednesday how he felt about his twin brother Scott appearing on this year’s Love Island: All Stars

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1 hour ago Washington Post staff begs Jeff Bezos to visit newsroom and restore ‘trust that has been lost’

’This is about retaining our competitive edge, restoring trust that has been lost, and reestablishing a relationship with leadership based on open communication,’ the petition, which was sent to Bezos on Wednesday, reads.

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10 hours ago BBC Strictly Come Dancing's Vito Coppola 'replaced' in second blow surrounding UK live tour

He'll briefly be replaced in his exciting new venture with one of Strictly Come Dancing's judges

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11 hours ago Landlord blasted for advertising £1,350 box room in London flat with strict rules including

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

Economics

60 minutes ago Polish PM accuses Russia of planning ‘acts of terrorism’ around the world

Donald Tusk claims Warsaw has been involved in countering ‘acts of sabotage’, referencing incendiary parcel attacks in Poland and the UKRussia planned to conduct “acts of terrorism in the air”, Polish prime minister Donald Tusk said on Wednesday, by plotting a wave of fire bomb attacks that could have brought down planes mid-flight around the world.Warsaw had been involved in countering “acts of sabotage” conducted by Russia, Tusk added, before he referred to incendiary parcel attacks that took place in the UK, Germany and Poland during the summer. Continue reading...

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17 hours ago Strictly Come Dancing viewing figures fall short as The Traitors becomes the BBC's most watched reality TV show in ratings war

Strictly Come Dancing viewing figures has fallen short as The Traitors have become the BBC's most watched reality TV show.

Culture

2 hours ago Netflix 'biohacker' Bryan Johnson now 'healthiest person on Earth' and makes toilet brag

Biohacker and Netflix star Bryan Johnson took to X, bragging how he is the 'healthiest person on planet earth' before listing his strict daily habits in order to 'stay young'

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10 hours ago London travel news LIVE: Elizabeth line, Northern Line and Heathrow Express hit by severe delays during rush hour

Thousands of Londoners are facing a difficult commute on Wednesday morning as a signalling fault has affected the Elizabeth line and Heathrow Express.

Society

12 hours ago Four lessons Everton can learn from Aston Villa including £31m transfer masterstroke

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

Economics

69 minutes ago Helen Flanagan makes shocking admission in court as she's banned from driving

Ex-Coronation Street star Helen Flanagan was tearful at Wirral Magistrates' Court on Wednesday (January 15), where she was slapped with a six-month driving ban and a fine

Events

23 hours ago Karen Gillan shares photo of baby daughter Clementine showing little girl has same red hair as her star mum

Karen Gillan's baby girl has taken after her mother, with photos showing the tot has inherited a similar colour of hair to Gillan.

Culture

2 hours ago Watch live: Qatar prime minister speaks as Hamas accepts Israel ceasefire deal to end war

Watch live as Qatar’s prime minister holds a press conference on Wednesday (15 January) as Hamas has reportedly accepted a ceasefire deal with Israel to end the war.

Politics

12 hours ago London travel news LIVE: Overground's Mildmay line part suspended as delays hit Heathrow Express

Thousands of Londoners are facing a difficult commute on Wednesday morning as a signalling fault has affected the Elizabeth line and Heathrow Express.

Society

18 hours ago PM promises ‘strongest action possible’ against Russia if death of Australian Oscar Jenkins confirmed

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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93 minutes ago Shocking moment sacked barber torches shop while baby gets first haircut

Dilovan Sindi set himself and another man on fire at a Newcastle barber shop in a horrifying revenge attack after he was fired over allegations of stealing, leaving the other man with burns so bad he was left 'half a person'

Events

25 hours ago Holly Willoughby's new Netflix show Bear Hunt 'rocked by celeb feud so bad producers call emergency meeting to save series'

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.

Culture

2 hours ago What broke Prince Harry and Kate Middleton from 'arguments, to broadsides and betrayal'

Prince Harry once had a very close bond with his sister-in-law Princess Kate - but their relationship has been left in tatters following the Sussexes' criticisms of the future Queen

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26 hours ago Reasons behind Pep Guardiola's marriage ending are revealed by close friend, as Man City manager steps out still wearing his wedding ring following split from wife Cristina after 30 years

EXCLUSIVE BY EIRIAN JANE PROSSER IN BARCELONA: Pep has split from his fashion designer wife Cristina Serra after being together for three decades, it was revealed on Monday night.

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20 hours ago Starmer’s Chagos deal in the balance ‘as UK to wait for Trump approval before signing’

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

Economics

1 hour ago California fires live updates: Officials warn of ‘health concerns’ and winds as blazes tear through LA

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

26 hours ago BBC Strictly Come Dancing's Tess Daly surprises former contestant as she shows support with 3

The host of the hit dance show often remains impartial when she shows her support for her fellow stars of the show

Culture

29 hours ago Pep Guardiola seen still wearing his wedding ring as he looks stressed on first appearance since 'split from wife' emerged, at London hotel before tonight's Man City match

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.

Society

21 hours ago Strictly star Ugo Monye on verge of bankruptcy over unpaid £200k tax bill

Strictly Come Dancing star and BBC presenter Ugo Monye is facing bankruptcy as he was forced to liquidate his wellness company following a £200,000 tax bill

Economics

2 hours ago Watch live: Israeli hostage families react as Hamas accepts ceasefire deal to end war

Watch live as Israeli hostage families react following reports Hamas has accepted a ceasefire deal to end the war on Wednesday (15 January).

Events

26 hours ago French TV show pulled after ridicule of woman who fell for AI Brad Pitt

Anne, 53, faces wave of online mockery for believing she was in relationship with actor and paying scammer €830kA French woman who believed she was in a long-term romantic relationship with Brad Pitt and was scammed into paying €830,000 (£700,000) to help him with medical treatment faced such a wave of online mockery that a TV programme about her has been withdrawn.The interior designer, named as Anne, 53, has been targeted on social media and even a satirical sketch on France’s biggest radio breakfast show after giving an interview about the case to the Seven to Eight programme on the TF1 channel on Sunday. Continue reading...

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3 hours ago BBC Escape to the Country host speechless over 'unrecognisable' change to property

During Wednesday's instalment of I Escaped to the Country, BBC star Nicki Chapman caught up with one couple she helped move to the Peak District back in 2015.

Politics

30 hours ago Pep Guardiola seen still wearing his wedding ring as he looks stressed on first appearance since 'split from wife of 30 years' emerged, at London hotel before tonight's Man City match

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.

Society

22 hours ago Japanese phenom Roki Sasaki's MLB deal could spur chaos in Latin America. Here's why

Roki Sasaki can sign with Major League Baseball teams during a nine-day window starting Wednesday, an unusual free agency that caused a domino effect among Latin American teenagers whose unofficial agreements are on hold pending his decision

Economics

2 hours ago 'Massive dead snake' found on beach in Scots town leaves residents baffled

Residents in Ardeer in Ayrshire have been left scratching their heads following the discovery on Wednesday morning.

Events

29 hours ago Gorka Marquez confirms why he's not on BBC Strictly Come Dancing tour as he eyes up another TV role

It comes as the dancer's BBC One dance contest co-stars have reunited for the arena tour

Culture

3 hours ago Confirmation hearings live updates: Pam Bondi evades questions on Trump loyalty as protesters interrupt Marco Rubio

President-elect’s picks for attorney general and secretary of state, Pam Bondi and Marco Rubio, among those facing senators on Wednesday

Politics

34 hours ago Mollie King’s new affordable toddler clothing range with Boots has cute buys from £6.50

After the success of her Maybe Baby launch last year, Mollie King has released a new Maybe Junior toddler range with Boots with adorable buys for children from 18months to six years

Economics

3 hours ago Diane Langton dead at 77: Hollyoaks and Only Fools And Horses icon dies as tributes pour in

The popular actress, whose career in TV and film spanned more than six decades, died on Wednesday after a short illness.

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29 hours ago BBC Strictly Come Dancing fans celebrate as Jowita Przystal makes 'reunited' statement with Pete Wicks 

Fans of the BBC One dance contest watched the pair make it all the way to the semi-final of the hit dance show

Culture

3 hours ago BBC Strictly Come Dancing's Shirley Ballas supports Vito Coppola as they issue statement on joint move

The show's head judge and professional dancer revealed before Christmas that they'll be teaming up as they tour the country with Strictly

Politics

35 hours ago Pregnant Michelle Keegan cleverly hides blossoming baby bump in first photoshoot release since announcement

The actress announced just after Christmas that she and her husband Mark Wright were expecting their first child together

Economics

3 hours ago California fires live updates: ‘Dangerous’ winds return as residents are warned over threat of new wildfires

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

3 hours ago The Vivienne's heartbreaking last TV appearance announced in tribute to star

The Vivienne will make their final appearance in the new series of G'Wed, ITV have announced, as the hit show returns next month for a new set of episodes

Politics

42 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...

Economics

3 hours ago Helen Flanagan fined and banned from driving after Audi clocked speeding

The former Coronation Street actress appeared at Wirral Magistrates' Court on Wednesday (January 15) where she was also fined

Events

3 hours ago Hidden sign Tasha Ghouri had 'outgrown' Andrew Le Page during Strictly stint

Tasha Ghouri has always shone in the spotlight, but recent changes set her aside from her ex-boyfriend Andrew Le Page, body language expert Judi James tells The Mirror

Politics

3 hours ago Watch live: LA County officials give wildfire update as residents warned to 'stay on guard' amid high

Watch live as LA County officials give a wildfire update on Wednesday (15 January) as residents are warned to “stay on guard” amid high-fueling wind gusts.

Events

4 hours ago Inside the most excruciating part of Andrew Le Page and Tasha Ghouri's split

Love Island's Tasha Ghouri and Andrew Le Page have reportedly split after she appeared on Strictly Come Dancing - but he has a permanent reminder of their romance

Politics

4 hours ago Helen Flanagan banned from driving for six months after Audi clocked speeding

The former Coronation Street star was convicted at Wirral Magistrates' Court on Wednesday.

Events

4 hours ago Confirmation hearings live updates: Attorney general pick Pam Bondi to be quizzed over Trump election denial claims

President-elect’s picks for attorney general and secretary of state, Pam Bondi and Marco Rubio, among those facing senators on Wednesday

Politics

4 hours ago Eddie Hearn explains Eubank Jr vs Benn rehydration clause after ‘rat’ jibe

It was confirmed on Wednesday that Conor Benn will box Chris Eubank Jr in London in April

Events

4 hours ago Watch live: Donald Trump’s secretary of state pick Marco Rubio grilled in confirmation hearing

Watch live as Donald Trump’s pick to be the next US secretary of state, Marco Rubio, is questioned in a Senate confirmation hearing on Wednesday, 15 January.

Politics

4 hours ago Traitors star Claudia Winkleman's interview cut short as publicist storms the set

Claudia Winkleman has become a well-known face on the BBC as she currently presents Strictly Come Dancing and The Traitors, but she encountered a sticky moment while interviewing a well known band

Events

4 hours ago Landlord looks for tenant willing to move into posh flat – but there's big catch

A London landlord has been mocked online after a Reddit user shared their "cosy room" for rent that came with a string of strict rules attached to it – so would you move in?

Politics

4 hours ago Eddie Hearn explains Benn vs Eubank Jr rehydration clause after ‘rat’ jibe

It was confirmed on Wednesday that Conor Benn will box Chris Eubank Jr in London in April

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4 hours ago Lady Vols coach Kim Caldwell about to experience another 1st with her baby due any day

Being a private person from a small town is why Kim Caldwell keeps her business to herself

Politics

4 hours ago Watch: Bafta nominations 2025 announced with The Brutalist, Conclave, and Emilia Perez up for awards

Watch as the EE Bafta Film Awards nominations were announced by Will Sharpe and Mia Mckenna-Bruce on Wednesday, 15 January.

Events

5 hours ago The real Brad Pitt issues statement after AI fake scams woman who thought she was dating him out of €800,000

The Hollywood star has responded after a woman in France explained how she was tricked into thinking she was in a relationship with the A-lister

Politics

4 hours ago BBC Strictly Come Dancing's Lauren Oakley a 'new girl' as she's flooded with messages over dancing update 

The professional dancer is currently on home turf in Birmingham where rehearsals are taking place for the Strictly Come Dancing Live 2025 tour

Events

5 hours ago Flight attendant lifts lid on passenger requests that will make staff think you're crazy

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

Politics

4 hours ago LA fires live updates: ‘Dangerous’ winds return as residents are warned over threat of new wildfires

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

6 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

4 hours ago ‘Running to danger and saving lives’: 1,100 incarcerated firefighters are on the LA frontlines

The jobs are highly coveted, offering training and reduced sentences, but face criticism over low wagesAs firefighters are battling multiple huge blazes tearing through Los Angeles, California’s prisons have deployed more than 1,000 incarcerated people to battle on the frontlines.The California department of corrections and rehabilitation (CDCR) said that, as of Wednesday morning, 1,116 incarcerated people were embedded with the state’s other firefighters to help slow the spread of the infernos that have killed at least 25 people and devastated neighborhoods across LA county. Continue reading...

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