83 minutes ago British politicians discuss help for rich Americans who want to flee Trump rule

British politicians today (15 January) discussed help for rich Americans who want to flee Donald Trump’s impending rule in the US.

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2 hours ago Final Hairy Bikers book collects Si King and Dave Myers’ ‘most loved’ recipes

The Best Of The Hairy Bikers will be released in March.

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5 hours ago Noble FoKus Rex5 ear buds review: £400 is a lot of cash but these buds amaze

Noble has released its latest set of ear buds and the price of the FoKus Rex5s will be enough to make your eyes water but they do deliver one of the best audio experiences available for folk seeking total immersion on-the-go

Economics

8 hours ago Chris Eubank Jr vs Conor Benn finally confirmed in huge fight for British boxing

Fighters set to follow in footsteps of famous fathers

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2 hours ago French investigate woman’s death in ‘extremely fast and violent’ collision between two British skiers in Alps

The 62-year-old reportedly died on a black slope in Les Arcs resort after a horror collision with another British national

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21 hours ago Author Neil Gaiman denies sexual misconduct allegations made by eight women

The claims were outlined in New York Magazine on Monday.

Culture

26 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

30 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.

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2 hours ago Renee Zellweger bemoans ‘notorious and famous’ becoming the same thing

The actress is making a return as Bridget Jones in the fourth instalment of the movie series.

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22 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

6 hours ago PMQs LIVE: Keir Starmer and Kemi Badenoch clash after Tulip Siddiq's resignation and inflation fall

PM faces questions over Tulip Siddiq’s resignation as Treasury minister

Economics

8 hours ago Chris Eubank Jr vs Conor Benn: Rival sons of British boxing legends have set their own fight for April in London

Chris Eubank Jr vs Conor Benn: Rival sons of British boxing legends have set their own fight for April in London  Sky Sports

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2 hours ago Coronation Street's Max Turner star quits soap as mass exodus hits ITV cobbles

Coronation Street star Paddy Bever, who plays Max Turner on the ITV soap, has announced he is leaving the cobbles and that he will "treasure" the memories made on set

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35 hours ago Channel 4 quiz show headlined by major star axed after just one series

A Channel 4 game show presented by Great British Bake Off star Sue Perkins that was compared to The Apprentice has been cancelled after one series amid mixed reviews

Culture

2 hours ago Prince Harry's former ghostwriter makes a surprising claim about the royal

Author Mark McCrum has spoken about his time working with Prince Harry on his book - and has shared some surprising insights about his experience with the royal

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9 hours ago Travelodge: how to book cheap Travelodge hotel rooms for £35 or less across the UK, discount booking explained

The expert has shared how to unlock unbeatable hotel deals 🛏️

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26 hours ago FA Cup drama, transfer moves, and WSL returns – Women’s Football Weekly podcast

Faye Carruthers is joined by Suzy Wrack, Jamie Spangher, and Sophie Downey to review the weekend’s FA Cup gamesOn the podcast today: the panel reviews a busy weekend of FA Cup action as Wolves and Rugby Borough make history in making joining the fifth round alongside dominant performances from WSL sides. How important is the competition for lower-tier teams, and how can it impact their development?The January transfer window is in full swing, with Everton and Manchester United among the busiest clubs. The panel discusses key moves so far, the importance of the loan system and what the second half of the season could bring for struggling sides. Continue reading...

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3 hours ago Jack Draper revels in ‘abuse’ from Australian Open fans during Thanasi Kokkinakis win

The British No 1 was proud of how he held up physically in his second five-set win of the tournament

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3 hours ago One of Them Days review – Keke Palmer and SZA take a bumpy but fun ride

The stars shine in bright and boisterous new buddy comedy, executive produced by Issa Rae, that only stumbles when it leans into cartoonI will be the first to say: I miss Insecure, which left a dynamic duo-sized hole in the TV landscape since it concluded in December 2021. Issa Rae’s era-shaping series was about many things – the Black community in south Los Angeles, the diversity pablums of the 2010s, millennial dating, for starters – but at its core, it was a seminal portrait of longstanding, complex female friendship in one’s late 20s, the kind forged by time, ridiculous escapades and plenty of meaty conflict for viewers to hash out at the proverbial water cooler.The shadow of the erstwhile HBO series looms large over One of Them Days, a boisterous new buddy comedy executive produced by Rae and penned by the former show writer Syreeta Singleton. Also set in south Los Angeles – albeit on one sweltering, no-good first of the month, when the rent is due and tenancy is in flux – One ...

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29 hours ago Rachel Reeves challenged over Chinese slave labour and jailed British citizen Jimmy Lai as she scrambles to defend her 'small beer' £600m investment deal from Beijing trip

The recently-returned Chancellor updated MPs on her controversial overseas trip, which she went ahead with despite growing economic alarm in Britain.

Economics

26 hours ago Tony Book the rock amongst flair players who went on to manage a team of entertainers

Known affectionately as "Skip" he was a constant in turbulent times at the club, says Chief Reporter Neal Keeling.

Sport

3 hours ago TikTok ban latest: App reveals shutdown plans in the US as Jan 19 deadline looms

Supreme Court is set to review ban, and Donald Trump opposes it – but the app looks set to go dark as a deadline arrives this weekend

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3 hours ago Tommy the Bruce, by James Yorkston review: 'The satellite characters are straight from central casting'

The new novel from acclaimed musician James Yorkston , writes Stuart Kelly

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30 hours ago H&M shoppers say they 'can't resist' £43 sport jacket that rivals Lululemon

Lululemon fans and gym-goers have shared high praise for H&M's popular jacket, with one review claiming the 'quality is unmatched'

Economics

30 hours ago Boulter seals British history at Australian Open with six players into round two

British No 1 held her nerve to beat Marino in tight tieNorrie out after illness-affected preparation for slamSix British players have won their first-round matches at the Australian Open for the first time in history after Katie Boulter held her nerve in the tense final stages of a difficult contest against Rebecca Marino of Canada to reach the second round with a 6-4, 3-6, 7-5 win.“It’s awesome to have some positivity coming out around British tennis,” said Boulter. “It’s been coming for a long time. It’s just the beginning. I really think these girls and guys have been working so hard, and everyone deserves a bit of credit. Obviously it’s a great start for everyone, and let’s hope we can keep that going.” Continue reading...

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5 hours ago Britain's Most Wanted 2025: Here are the 20 criminals and suspects the police are hunting for right now

These are the 20 men that the police think may be responsible for some of the worst crimes perpetrated on British soil.

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3 hours ago Extra cash for Wales’ railways ‘top priority’ for Welsh Secretary after HS2 row

Jo Stevens said rail investment was at the top of her ‘shopping list’ as ministers bid for funding from the Treasury.

Politics

31 hours ago Bungling BA crew accidentally deploy emergency slide, delaying passengers by hours and costing airline £100,000

Hundreds of passengers scheduled to take a British Airways flight from London to Brussels were left with the Monday morning blues after a crew member mistakenly activated an emergency slide.

Economics

5 hours ago BAFTA Awards 2025: The Brutalist and Emilia Perez lead the nominations

The 2025 BAFTA nominations celebrate a remarkable year in cinema, with The Brutalist, Conclave, and Emilia Perez leading the way 🎞

Events

39 hours ago Cost to clean up toxic PFAS pollution could top £1.6tn in UK and Europe

Exclusive: Costs of UK cleanup will reach £9.9bn a year in UK if emissions of ‘forever chemicals’ remain uncontrolledIndustry using ‘tobacco playbook’ to fend off ‘forever chemicals’ regulationThe cost of cleaning up toxic forever chemical pollution could reach more than £1.6tn across the UK and Europe over a 20-year period, an annual bill of £84bn, research has found.The number of British pollution hotspots is also on the rise. If emissions remain unrestricted and uncontrolled, the costs of cleanup will reach £9.9bn a year in the UK, according to the findings of a year-long investigation by the Forever Lobbying Project, a cross-border investigation involving 46 journalists and 18 experts across 16 countries. Continue reading...

Economics

6 hours ago 'Conclave' leads race for British BAFTA awards, one more than 'Emilia Perez'

Papal thriller “Conclave” leads the race for the British Academy Film Awards, with nominations in 12 categories, just ahead of the genre-busting trans musical “Emilia Perez" with 11

Events

3 hours ago Lloyds Banking Group: second major UK office closure in one day announced

1000s of customer service roles are under review, which could impact customer support 💼

Politics

6 hours ago Jack Draper silences Australian Open crowd as Jacob Fearnley's rise continues

The British pair have reached the third round

Events

4 hours ago Keir Starmer refuses to say if his new City minister will work on China policy after she previously 'lobbied the Tories not to impose tougher rules on Beijing'

Emma Reynolds was yesterday appointed as Economic Secretary to the Treasury to replace Tulip Siddiq, who quit following a sleaze probe.

Politics

6 hours ago Draper defies Kokkinakis and partisan Australian Open crowd to win thriller

British No 1 wins epic match 6-7 (3), 6-3, 3-6, 7-6, 6-3Draper triumphs after ‘four hours-plus psychodrama’For the second time in as many rounds, Jack Draper found himself on the brink of a desperate, early defeat, his difficult preparation during the off-season laid bare. He had been dragged around the court for three and a half hours, comprehensively outplayed by an opponent determined to eviscerate every last ball.Leading two sets to one, Thanasi Kokkinakis stood at the baseline to serve for a place in the third round of the Australian Open for the first time in his career. Somehow, once again, the British No 1 again found a way through by offering yet another exhibition of his combativeness and heart. Continue reading...

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4 hours ago 'I went on Disney's new cruise ship and it was a fairytale in the Caribbean'

The Disney Treasure cruise ship has just set sail, with Dave Monk among the first passengers on board the new ship

Politics

7 hours ago ‘I applaud the EPA’: agency launches formal review of five toxic chemicals

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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4 hours ago ‘Peace tourism’ hoped to fuel plan to double visitor revenue in Northern Ireland

There are concerns that the UK’s new visa waiver scheme could impact tourist numbers.

Politics

7 hours ago Australian Open LIVE: Draper forces fifth set against Kokkinakis in wild match as Fearnley through

Six British players have reached the second round of the Australian Open for the first time as Fearnley and Draper look to go further

Events

5 hours ago Kneecap make light of ‘handy’ acting business after film earns six Bafta nods

The film about the Irish language rap trio from Belfast has already been shortlisted for two Academy Awards.

Politics

7 hours ago BAFTA Film Awards 2025 Shortlists: Here are the full nominations for the red carpet event

Here’s who will be in contention on the biggest night of the year for the British film industry.

Events

5 hours ago British visa plea for wealthy US citizens desperate to flee Donald Trump's America

The Prime Minister was asked in Parliament to ensure there is a visa scheme for American business chiefs and other high-flyers to come to Britain

Politics

7 hours ago DWP confirms exactly how long people on PIP may need to wait for an award review

Payments continue automatically to ensure PIP claimants continue to receive financial support until their review.

Events

5 hours ago Could you climb Everest in a week? Briton attempts ‘fastest ever’ summit – using rare gas

British veteran hoping to leave home on Monday and be back in time for Sunday lunch

Politics

8 hours ago Woman dies in ‘violent’ collision between two British skiers in French Alps

The 62-year-old reportedly died on a black slope in Les Arcs resort after a horror collision with another British national

Events

6 hours ago BAFTAs 2025: Full list of nominations as Conclave and Emilia Pérez dominate but Denzel Washington snubbed

The BAFTA 2025 nominations are in, with 42 movies getting nods for the biggest night in British film

Politics

8 hours ago Australian Open: Jodie Burrage beaten by Coco Gauff as Harriet Dart lets lead slip

The British no7 and no4 saw their runs in Melbourne end on Wednesday morning

Events

7 hours ago Conor Gallagher is at the centre of Atlético Madrid’s charge up La Liga

The English midfielder has given Diego Simeone’s team balance – and helped them win 14 games in a rowBy Robbie Dunne for Opta AnalystAndrea Berta left Atlético Madrid earlier this month after a decade as the club’s sporting director. As a parting gift, he gave Diego Simeone a treasure chest of new signings. Robin Le Normand, Alexander Sørloth, Julián Alvarez and Conor Gallagher arrived during an unprecedented summer of spending by the club. Clément Lenglet was added as a free agent and Giuliano Simeone was promoted to the first team to complete a squad the likes of which Atlético fans have not seen for a very long time.The new players are having an impact. Atléti have won their last 14 games, the longest winning run in the club’s history. They are top of La Liga and guaranteed at least a place in the playoffs of the Champions League. What’s more exciting is that the team looks refreshed. The new signings are close to their prime years, with Gallagher and Alvarez, both 24, still only...

Politics

8 hours ago Gerry Adams ‘in line for compensation’ if Labour repeals Troubles legislation

Changes to Legacy Act could lift block on former Sinn Féin president receiving payout for unlawful internmentUK politics live – latest updatesThe former Sinn Féin president Gerry Adams and 400 others interned during the Northern Ireland Troubles would be in line for compensation from the British government if Labour’s plan to ditch controversial laws dealing with the period goes ahead, it has been claimed.Jonathan Caine, a former government adviser to three Northern Ireland secretaries, has urged the government to rethink its planned repeal of the Legacy Act 2023. Lord Caine told BBC Northern Ireland that Labour’s decision was “political”. Continue reading...

Events

7 hours ago Full list of BAFTA 2025 nominations revealed as fan favourites get SNUBBED

The British actor, 62, won his first and only BAFTA 32 years ago for his hit holocaust film, Schindler's List.

Politics

8 hours ago Oliver! at the Gielgud Theatre review: this darker take on the classic musical is all killer no filler

A glorious evening of song and dance that doesn’t shy away from the subtext of this quintessential London musical

Events

7 hours ago Parliament speaker, advocate for return of sculptures from Britain, tapped to be Greece’s president

Greece’s conservative government has nominated Parliament Speaker Constantine Tassoulas, a leading advocate for the return of disputed Parthenon sculptures from the British Museum, to become the country’s next president

Politics

9 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

7 hours ago Jacob Fearnley breaks new ground by beating Arthur Cazaux at Australian Open

The Scot came from a set down to reach the last 32 at a grand slam for the first time.

Politics

9 hours ago Australian Open LIVE: Draper vs Kokkinakis and Fearnley vs Cazaux score as Gauff beats Burrage

Six British players have reached the second round of the Australian Open for the first time as Fearnley and Draper look to go further

Events

8 hours ago Minister hints at 'tough' spending cuts in March as he rules out emergency Budget after spike in government's borrowing costs

Treasury Chief Secretary Darren Jones admitted 'tough decisions' will be needed after the UK took a hammering from markets.

Politics

11 hours ago It is 'inevitable' that Russia will strike Britain 'and wipe it off the earth' with missiles in revenge for Storm Shadow attacks, Putin hardliner MP warns

Andrey Gurulev, a reservist general and pro-Putin MP, insisted that the Kremlin would avenge the Ukrainian use of British Storm Shadow missiles against Russia

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