73 minutes ago This Morning's Ben Shephard gasps 'my goodness' as caller rings from hospital bed for emotional reason

This Morning's Cat Deeley and Ben Shephard were left stunned during Thursday's (January 16) Spin to Win.

Politics

23 hours ago Lloyds to close Scottish office and put hundreds of jobs at risk at UK's biggest retail bank

“Our priorities are to ensure compulsory redundancies are minimised and that members who will leave the business receive the full redundancy compensation they’re entitled to under union agreements” - Ged Nichols, Accord union

Society

1 hour ago Manchester council denies 'cuts budget' as it eyes '£18m efficiency savings'

"You cannot turn to the people of Manchester and say ‘efficiency savings are not cuts’”

Economics

2 hours ago One Liverpool transfer would convince Jamie Carragher they're winning the league

Jamie Carragher has told Arne Slot to reinforce one specific area of Liverpool's squad if they are to continue their winning ways and claim the Premier League title

Sport

64 minutes ago Shocking end for 'pervert' who was shamed by bikini barista for flashing her at drive

Nautica Malone, 27, was caught in a Bikini Beans drive-thru with no pants on in Tempe, Arizona on January 8, a video filmed by a manager showed.

Events

2 hours ago Regulation expert shares 'good news' concerning your mobile, TV and broadband packages

New rules come into force on Friday (January 17) requiring mobile, broadband and TV package providers to share with customers when and by how much prices will increase, rather than relying on inflation

Culture

8 hours ago Jeff Bezos’s Blue Origin rocket blasts off in challenge to Elon Musk’s SpaceX

Launch of Amazon founder’s New Glenn craft on second attempt ramps up rivalry between tech billionairesBlue Origin’s huge New Glenn rocket has blasted off from Florida on its first mission to space, an inaugural step into Earth’s orbit for Jeff Bezos’s space company as it aims to rival Elon Musk’s SpaceX in the satellite launch business.Thirty storeys high with a reusable first stage filled with liquid oxygen and methane, New Glenn launched at about 2am ET (0700 GMT) from Blue Origin’s launchpad at the Cape Canaveral Space Force station under cloudy skies on its second attempt this week. Continue reading...

Technology

4 hours ago A giant US hospital chain says it’s leading the fight against medical debt. Not all patients agree

Many patients say they were harmed by Advocate Health’s billing and collection practices – even as the health system has canceled thousands of liens against patients’ homesAdvocate Health, one of America’s largest hospital chains, says it is working hard to confront one of the biggest problems in US healthcare today – promoting itself as “a leader in the effort to solve the nation’s medical debt crisis”.The non-profit hospital system says it has revamped its billing and collection practices and boosted the number of patients who qualify for charity care. In September 2024, it announced it would take the “bold step” of canceling thousands of debt judgments held as liens against patients’ homes in multiple states, including North Carolina, where the fast-growing chain is headquartered. Continue reading...

Science

5 hours ago Games Of Thrones star Jerome Flynn, 61, makes a rare red carpet appearance as he attends the star

The popular actor made a rare red carpet appearance with family members at the London extravaganza, which runs from January 9 to March 2.

Transport

75 minutes ago 'I'm a fashion writer and Nobody's Child new edit nails the colour of the year trend'

Following the announcement of Pantone's 2025 Colour of the Year, Mocha Mousse has been dominating the high street and these are our favourite pieces from Nobody's Child

Politics

23 hours ago The best London restaurants for Burns Night, from Origin City to Home SW13

Haggis and bagpipes, cranachan and ceilidh: feel the Burns this January 25 with one of these Scottish menus

Society

1 hour ago Claudia Winkleman’s £1k Bottega Boots from The Traitors are a style staple and we found a £32 alternative

Claudia Winkleman'sc style has continued to wow on The Traitors, and her versatile £1080 Bottega boots have proved to be a huge hit. Luckily, we found a £32 version on ASOS to copy her look

Economics

5 hours ago Rangers transfer news at halfway stage: One key priority, the 20y/o gamechanger, major exits on cards

We take a look at Rangers’ transfer state of play at the halfway stage of the January window

Sport

65 minutes ago Full details of Sadiq Khan's new budget as mayor prioritises crime after Tory 'wrecking ball' to police

Spending plans revealed for Met police, London fire brigade and TfL

Events

25 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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39 hours ago Elon Musk foundation funds new school near Space X headquarters. Here’s what life is like inside

Musk said recently that education should be ‘as close to playing a video game as possible’

Technology

28 hours ago Roadworks set to begin at major Dumfries junction as drivers advised to avoid area

Amey is set to begin the essential drainage work at the Tinwald Downs roundabout on January 20.

Transport

85 minutes ago Stephen Robinson says the loss of the winter break harms clubs like St Mirren

The St Mirren manager expressed his disappointment in having no winter break, arguing the usual January hiatus allows clubs to concentrate more on the transfer window.

Politics

27 hours ago Teacher's assistant accused of raping disabled student, 15, who has a mental age of nine

Christin Coble, 45, was arrested and booked into the Sandusky County Jail in Ohio on charges of rape on January 7, after police responded to a call over an alleged assault at a student's home

Society

1 hour ago All the businesses that have warned of price hikes for customers on the back of Rachel Reeves' budget

An open letter signed by more than 80 retailers warned the new measures could result in increased expenses and possible job losses

Economics

5 hours ago Mikel Arteta gives Rio Ferdinand transfer answer he wanted as Arsenal chase Liverpool

Mikel Arteta has confirmed that Arsenal are looking to sign a new striker in the January transfer window after being quizzed on the club's plans by Rio Ferdinand

Sport

91 minutes ago Revealed: Paul Danan's touching act of kindness as he recovered from drug addiction before his death aged 46

After spending time in LA to become a Hollywood star, Paul spent his final years focusing on a cause very close to his heart - in a final touching act of kindness.

Events

29 hours ago Love Island star Tommy Fury finally addresses viral running video: 'No grannies were hurt in the process'

The boxer, 25, faced light-hearted criticism after sharing a clip of his sprint finish at the Tatton Park 10k on January 4

Culture

91 minutes ago ITV This Morning's Cat and Ben speechless after caller rings from hospital bed for special reason

This Morning hosts Cat Deeley and Ben Shephard were left open-mouthed during Thursday's (January 16) edition of Spin to Win.

Politics

2 hours ago These £32 boots are the best alternative to Claudia Winkleman’s Traitors £1k Bottega pair

Claudia Winkleman has been wearing her £1080 Bottega Veneta boots with almost everything on The Traitors, but we found a £32 pair that make a great affordable alternative

Economics

9 hours ago Manchester United handed nightmare January transfer window blow as Marcus Rashford move 'blocked'

Man United are back in action on Thursday as Ruben Amorim's team look to build more positive momentum with a win over relegation strugglers Southampton

Sport

1 hour ago Aspiring rapper Kelyan Bokassa, 14, was on his way home from school when he was 'stabbed 27 times with machetes', court hears

Kelyan was stabbed around 27 times with machetes during the horror attack which took place on his way home from school on January 7.

Events

92 minutes ago 'I'm a professional girlfriend and have a strategy to find rich men to spoil me'

A woman insists that 'the right man' should be spending hundreds on the first date. She often gets spoilt by rich suitors who treat her to new clothes, beauty items, holidays and expensive meals

Politics

2 hours ago US retail sales rose modestly last month amid solid holiday shopping, boosting economy

Americans stepped up their spending at retail stores and restaurants last month in a clear sign that consumers are still able and willing to shop

Economics

12 hours ago Arsenal transfer news: Gunners get green light for Evan Ferguson loan as talks progress over move

Arsenal have received mixed news in the transfer market with January halfway done and Mikel Arteta keen to see his side strenthened in the coming weeks amid the club's injury issues

Sport

2 hours ago ‘A flood of disinformation’: rumors and lies abound amid ongoing LA wildfires

Disasters have long led to misinformation as people grasp for control, but the consequences can be life and deathThe Hollywood sign was not on fire. Firefighters weren’t using women’s purses to put out fires. A fish is not responsible for the blazes. The Los Angeles fire department didn’t see big budget cuts. The fires were not started deliberately as some kind of mass plot related to high-speed rail or the 2028 Olympics. Firefighting efforts did not include spraying a mood stabilizer into the air to put locals into a trance. Diversity measures are not to blame.Fires are still burning in Los Angeles, and with them has come a near-constant stream of rumors, half-truths, conspiracy theories and outright lies. Natural disasters have long led to the spread of misinformation as people try to make sense of destruction and grasp for control when the world around them is destroyed. In the aftermath of the disaster, a lot is still unknown: what caused it, what could have prevented it, who co...

Events

93 minutes ago Rival French Met Gala is coming to The Louvre on the first Tuesday in March

Introducing Le Grand Dîner du Louvre — Paris’ answer to New York’s Met Gala

Politics

2 hours ago Why Chelsea changed their mind on Marc Guehi deal despite secret transfer clause

Chelsea were considering a January move for Marc Guehi but the finances involved in the transfer put them off despite them effectively having a discount due to clauses in the Crystal Palace defender's contract

Economics

16 hours ago Mikel Arteta issues immediate response to Arsenal star's transfer plea on live TV

Mikel Arteta continues to be quizzed on Arsenal's transfer plans, which have changed after Gabriel Jesus' injury, with a move for a striker being touted amid their struggles in front of goal

Sport

3 hours ago Moment brazen thief snatches iPhone from Apple Store display and flees seconds after being stopped from stealing other devices

The deerstalker hat wearing red-bearded crook is seen in footage circulating on X grasping onto the smartphone in the firm's Arndale shopping centre shop in Manchester.

Events

1 hour ago Yoane Wissa transfer chase offers Man City an opportunity they can't ignore

Manchester City transfer latest as January window hots up

Politics

3 hours ago Aldi shoppers say 'I’ll die if I don’t get a bag' as it releases new Easter egg chocolates

The discount supermarket chain - which was recently crowned the cheapest UK supermarket for 2024 - has started its Easter celebrations earlier by introducing new Easter Egg products into stores

Economics

19 hours ago Arsenal vs Tottenham LIVE! Premier League match stream, latest score and goal updates today

Gunners can close the gap to Liverpool to just four points

Sport

4 hours ago Bollywood celebrities react to ‘shocking’ Saif Ali Khan attack in Mumbai home: ‘Lawlessness’

Actor has injuries close to his spine and neck but is now stable, says medical team

Events

2 hours ago President’s farewell and a prince in a pub: photos of the day – Thursday

The Guardian’s picture editors select photographs from around the world. Warning: this gallery contains a graphic image Continue reading...

Politics

3 hours ago Boden reduces £98 dress to £39 online that's designed to 'hide lumps and bumps'

The pretty fit and flare dress is 'selling like hotcakes' online

Economics

20 hours ago Transfer news LIVE! Arsenal in Vlahovic bid, Zubimendi plan; Mainoo to Chelsea; Man Utd and Spurs want Mbeumo

January window kicks into gear as Premier League giants chase huge deals

Sport

4 hours ago How much extra people in south Wales could have to pay to the fire service next year

South Wales Fire Service is consulting on a 5.75% increase in budget contributions from the 10 council areas it covers

Events

2 hours ago Brits embrace creative saving strategies to tackle hefty January expenses

Here's some of the inventive ways brits are saving money this month to make up for Christmas spending

Politics

4 hours ago Liverpool's transfer options including £30m deal and FSG stance on Arne Slot signings

Liverpool are flying at the top of the Premier League and Champions League, while still in with a chance of domestic cup success - but will their squad be bolstered in the January transfer window?

Economics

22 hours ago Transfer news LIVE! Arsenal in Zubimendi plan; Vlahovic bid; Mainoo to Chelsea; Man Utd and Spurs want Mbeumo

Gunners strike huge deal to kick off January transfer window

Sport

5 hours ago Family of New Orleans attack survivor: ‘They should’ve protected people better’

Safety failures scrutinized after Emile Graham was badly injured during attack and witnessed his best friend’s deathLoved ones of a man who witnessed his best friend’s murder during the deadly New Year’s morning truck attack in New Orleans – and was badly wounded himself – have been lamenting the city’s failure to better protect revelers on its most famous street that day.After revelations that the city either took down or chose not to deploy three different types of barriers that it had to prevent vehicular ramming attacks like the one that killed 14 people and hurt nearly 60 others on Bourbon Street on 1 January, the father of injured victim Emile “Luui” Graham said: “They should’ve protected people better than this.” Continue reading...

Events

2 hours ago The First Tuesday in March: The Louvre reveals plans for rival French Met Gala in 2025

Introducing Le Grand Dîner du Louvre — Paris’ answer to New York’s Met Gala

Politics

4 hours ago The 22 top destinations to travel to NOW for winter sun (some for under £1,000 per week)

Who doesn't long for sunshine at this time of year, especially after the glacial temperatures of early January, with weeks of wind, rain and more deep freezes stretching interminably ahead?

Economics

24 hours ago Netflix Squid Game fans will soon be able to buy cereal inspired by show from Morrisons

The cereal sold out in minutes when it was launched online before Christmas, but from next week, fans can find it in Morrisons stores

Sport

5 hours ago Paul Danan dead at 46 as former Hollyoaks and Love Island star passes away

His magament confirmed the news in a statement on Thursday (January 16)

Events

2 hours ago Roy Keane and Gary Neville disagree over impact of Kyle Walker's 'turbulent private life'

Roy Keane reckons Kyle Walker's "off the pitch issues" are behind the full-back's desire to quit Manchester City in January, but Gary Neville gave another reason

Politics

4 hours ago Millions of Brits will run out of cash in days as we're 'stretched to the limits'

The gap between December and January payday is a notoriously long one, with nearly two in five (37%) expected to completely run out of money before payday arrives

Economics

25 hours ago Transfer news LIVE! Arsenal make Vlahovic move, Zubimendi signs; Mainoo to Chelsea update; Spurs want Mbeumo

Gunners strike huge deal to kick off January transfer window

Sport

6 hours ago ‘Women are the best to women’: has Iceland found the antidote to toxic ‘girlboss’ feminism?

Fifty years ago, Icelandic women went on strike, kickstarting a gender revolution. Today, the concept of ‘konur eru konum bestar’ is everywhere – including the female-led coalition governmentWalking in steady procession, mittened hand in mittened hand, we descend in our swimsuits into the icy cold North Atlantic Ocean, singing. Usually the women sing an Icelandic song as they enter the waves, but this Saturday, for my benefit, they have chosen to sing You Are My Sunshine first. It’s 11am but the sun is only just rising, the ocean waves lapping and the sky shades of pink and purple. The big black rock in the middle of Reykjavík’s Skarfaklettur beach is dusted in snow. The water is apparently around zero degrees. When we are about waist high, my thighs go numb and the chain of hands breaks up. For a second I feel alone as I start to lose my breath and the others disappear into the water. But then Guðrún Tinna Thorlacius, known as Tinna, arrives to ask if I am OK. She looks at me with ...

Events

3 hours ago The 22 top destinations to travel to NOW for winter sun. I'm a travel expert who's scoured the globe for 30 years

Who doesn't long for sunshine at this time of year, especially after the glacial temperatures of early January, with weeks of wind, rain and more deep freezes stretching interminably ahead?

Politics

4 hours ago High street brand launches huge sale with clothes sold 'cheaper than at charity shops'

Clothes, shoes, homeware and beauty items are all on offer at one retailer's enormous clearance sale, and one shopping enthusiast shared how you can bag new wardrobe items for as little as 50p

Economics

26 hours ago Remembering Linda Nolan: From iconic childhood performances to charity champion and her final days

Linda Nolan, the 'naughty Nolan', died today aged 65 in hospital surrounded by her close-knit siblings from double pneumonia following a long battle with cancer.

Sport

6 hours ago Livingston boss keen to add to attacking options before January window shuts

The Lions sit third in the Championship table and are eyeing a title charge

Events

3 hours ago Lady Louise Windsor set to celebrate major milestone with her mum Sophie

Sophie and her daughter Lady Louise are very close - so the Duchess will no doubt be delighted to have her eldest child with her for a special celebration next week

Politics

5 hours ago Aldi's 'smoky' new £18 whisky is the 'ideal tipple' for celebrating Burns Night

Aldi's award-winning range of whisky's now boasts a new bottle that is the "ideal tipple" for celebrating Burns Night on January 25.

Economics

32 hours ago Mikel Arteta's dream Arsenal XI if he lands two priority transfers in January window

Mikel Arteta is banking on bringing in a number of reinforcements in this month's transfer window in a bid to resurrect his side's bid for the Premier League title

Sport

6 hours ago West Lothian prowler targets homes and cars as police launch major manhunt

Officers said the incidents took place between the hours of 1.48am and 1.58am on Monday January 13 on Drumshorelands Road and James Young Avenue in Pumpherston.

Events

3 hours ago Jamie Carragher urges Ruben Amorim to accept huge bid for Man Utd star

Manchester United star Alejandro Garnacho has been linked with a move to Napoli in the January transfer window and the Red Devils have been urged to sell him if they receive a big money offer

Politics

5 hours ago Thousands left without water and schools forced to close after pipe burst at treatment plant

Around 40,000 households in north Wales face having no water as five schools have been forced to temporarily shut their doors after a pipe burst at a treatment plant. 

Economics

33 hours ago Transfer news LIVE! Arsenal accelerate Vlahovic move after Zubimendi signs; fresh Mainoo to Chelsea update

Gunners strike huge deal to kick off January transfer window

Sport

6 hours ago UK prisons run by guards interviewed over Zoom who 'don't know how to lock cell doors'

Some new recruits at British prisons cannot open and close cell doors, the national chairman of the Prison Officers' Association trade union has claimed, as he warned the system is 'not fit for purpose'

Events

3 hours ago Aldi launches Easter favourite in stores for 'first time' from as little as 18p

Aldi has launched its first batch across stores - and prices are starting from as little as 18p.

Politics

5 hours ago Celtic transfer news at halfway stage: Kyogo Furuhashi chase, £15m winger hunt, conundrums and Kieran Tierney

We take a look at Celtic’s transfer state of play at the halfway stage of the January window

Economics

36 hours ago Arsenal transfers news: Gunners make breakthrough after bid rejected for striker

Arsenal could have a busy end to the transfer window with the Gunners facing pressure to act during January following difficulties in front of goal and injury to Gabriel Jesus

Sport

7 hours ago Inside bizarre disappearance of Aberdeen twins – from 5 major clues to police bombshell

Liza and Henrietta Huszti, both 32, vanished after walking along a footpath next to the River Dee in Aberdeen in the early morning of January 7 triggering a widespread search

Events

3 hours ago Kate Moss' 51st birthday: the supermodel's 51 most iconic looks to date

As Kate Moss, supermodel of a generation, turns 51, Joe Bromley rounds up her 51 greatest looks

Politics

5 hours ago Sainsbury's Tu shoppers 'obsessed' with 'excellent quality' of new £25 pyjamas

Fashion lovers have fallen for Sainsbury's latest pyjama range, which includes stylish prints that have taken social media by storm

Economics

7 hours ago £35,000 reward in the hunt for one of Britain's most wanted: Prime suspect in cold case murder is still on the run 10 years after father was brutally stabbed to death

Jon Casey, 35, was killed 10 years ago today on January 16, 2015, in Northampton. His killer, believed to be Waijs Dahir, fled the UK a day after the attack, and has been on the run ever since..

Events

4 hours ago Home Bargains fans 'run' to stores after seeing how 'beautiful' 99p item is

The 99p accessories that's only available in stores has sent shoppers into a frenzy and it's all over TikTok

Politics

5 hours ago River Island shoppers flock to buy 'trending' £20 pink jumper, perfect for spring

This oversized River Island knit will add a pop of colour to your wardrobe

Economics

7 hours ago FTSE 100 Live 16 January: GDP below forecast, Taylor Wimpey and Whitbread post updates

Fears of a technical recession were stoked today by figures showing the UK barely grew in November.

Events

6 hours ago Jurgen Klopp's £1.6m decision encourages Arne Slot to ignore Jamie Carragher advice

Liverpool have acted in the January transfer window to plug gaps left by injures in the past, but Jurgen Klopp's signings didn't always work out - and Arne Slot may opt to remain calm this month

Economics

8 hours ago GDP inched forward by just 0.1% in November in new blow for Rachel Reeves

The growth will do little to ease fears of a technical recession for the UK economy over the winter

Events

4 hours ago I'm a fashion expert and went to Italy for the honeymoon of my dreams. These are my top 10 tips for packing

After lots of testing, I've discovered the ten best tips for effortless packing. Read on for my tips to make packing for your next trip as easy as possible.

Politics

6 hours ago UK high street shop launches major sale with clothes up for grabs for as little as 50p

A fashion expert and thrift shopping fan has taken to social media to show off some of the deals on offer and demonstrated how you can get a wardrobe overhaul for discount prices

Economics

10 hours ago Don't Move, Improve! Inside the homes shortlisted for top London renovation awards

A budget, DIY extension and eco retrofit are in the running for London’s top architecture awards

Events

4 hours ago TikTok is the only truly democratic social platform. A US ban would rob us all | Sophia Smith Galer

Nothing has challenged Silicon Valley like the Chinese app. Blocking its use in the US would be like stealing half the books in a libraryHow many times in your life can you say that one of the culture-defining platforms of your era is being forcibly removed? This is what will happen to the one third of American adults who use TikTok – and the other two-thirds whose lives have been undoubtedly affected by it – if the US supreme court upholds its ban on the Chinese-owned app, as it is expected to do on 19 January, in the interests of national security.I have spent the last few years researching instances of linguicide, where authoritarian regimes have burned dictionaries, or sent people to prison just for singing a song. I see alarming parallels with the dismantling of TikTok in the US; a ruthless cull of a communication tool that challenges Silicon Valley hegemony and gave the US a serving of what it is allegedly supposed to prize: healthy, full-fat competition.Sophia Smith Galer is ...

Politics

6 hours ago Man City to decide Kyle Walker future as a 'business deal' in January transfer window

Kyle Walker has told Manchester City he wants to leave the club this window and he hasn't been involved in the last two matchday squads

Economics

13 hours ago Urgent warning to anyone who spots squirrels in their garden in January

Squirrels are often viewed as pests but there's an important reason why they should be fed in winter, especially the females who are vulnerable in January.

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