90 minutes ago UK set to be the fastest growing European economy, IMF forecasts in boost to Reeves

After weeks of economic turbulence, new figures suggesting better growth in 2025 than previously expected will come as a welcome relief for the embattled chancellor

Politics

5 hours ago EastEnders' Lacey Turner gives birth to third child as she shares adorable family snap

EastEnders star Lacey Turner has welcomed her third child with husband Matt Kay, who she married in 2017 and is already mother to five year old Dusty and Trilby, three

Society

4 hours ago CBO projects U.S. debt to grow $23.9 trillion in 10 years, not including costs of extending tax cuts

The national debt is slated to rise by $23.9 trillion over the next decade, a sum that does not include trillions of dollars in additional tax cuts being championed by President-elect Donald Trump

Economics

7 hours ago The Sopranos fans devastated after discovering what happened to show's iconic storefront

A video has gone viral on social media showing what happened to the location for Satriale's Pork Store in The Sopranos, where Tony Soprano and the mob would often be seen

Sport

3 hours ago UK emergency alert to be sent to mobile phones as part of national test of pandemic preparedness

The Emergency Alert System (EAS) – which can sound an alarm through mobile phones – will be tested nationwide

Events

4 hours ago EastEnders' Lacey Turner gives birth to third child as she shares adorable photo of all her kids

EastEnders star Lacey Turner has given birth to her third child with husband Matt Kay, and the couple's two older children already look smitten with their new sibling

Culture

25 hours ago Moon put on 'endangered' list over fears Elon Musk and Jeff Bezos could ruin it

The Moon has been put on a list of endangered sites over fears linked to the growth of private lunar missions funded by Elon Musk, Jeff Bezos and other tech pioneers

Technology

33 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

1 hour ago Half of new hospitals promised by Boris Johnson will not be built for decades

Exclusive: Labour to announce removal of many of 40 planned projects as costs spiral to estimated £30bnAt least half the 40 new hospitals promised by Boris Johnson will not be built until the 2040s, the Guardian has learned, in a move described as “devastating” for staff and patients.Labour is preparing to announce that many of the crumbling NHS hospitals in England due to be replaced by 2030 are in effect being removed from the building programme. Continue reading...

Politics

5 hours ago Family Friendly Dogs: Here are the 10 best breeds of adorable dog for families with children

These dog breeds are known to get on particularly well with youngsters, making them the perfect choice for families with kids.

Society

4 hours ago Man City: Thiago Motta makes Andrea Cambiaso decision as City 'prepare £65m bid' for Juventus defender

City’s interest in the versatile full-back has been confirmed as Pep Guardiola seeks defensive reinforcements

Economics

8 hours ago Arsenal and Man Utd on red alert as Bayern Munich prepare transfer exodus

Bayern Munich have a lot of work to do to convince a host of their stars to stay at the club as the likes of Manchester United, Arsenal, Manchester City and Liverpool all circle for blockbuster transfers

Sport

3 hours ago Carer's shocking abuse exposed in horrifying video – 'stop screaming, stop screaming now'

WARNING - DISTRESSING CONTENT: Joseph Jones, 31, was filmed using his body weight to restrain the vulnerable victim, who is understood to have complex medical needs, as she screamed hysterically at him

Events

6 hours ago Top 10 David Lynch' movies and TV shows ranked from Twin Peaks to Mulholland Drive

Legendary director David Lynch has sadly died at the age of 78.

Culture

2 hours ago Sam Heughan says there's a 'gap in his life' as fans prepare for Outlander to end

Outlander star Sam Heughan admitted there's been a void left in his life following the end of his stint as Jamie Fraser.

Politics

8 hours ago New details emerge in case of teacher, 34, who gave birth to her student’s baby

The Independent has now seen the criminal complaint detailing the full extent of the horrific child sex abuse allegations

Society

6 hours ago ‘What’s wrong with a little twerk before work’: Flight attendant fired for TikTok video launches fundraiser

‘Although it was a poor decision on my behalf I didn’t think it would cost me my dream job,’ the former Alaska Airlines flight attendant said

Economics

9 hours ago Hilarious moment Paula Badosa offers boyfriend Stefanos Tsitsipas her racquet while he told her to CALM DOWN during Australian Open clash

Tennis power couple Stefanos Tsitsipas and Paula Badosa shared a hilarious courtside exchange at the Australian Open as Badosa risked unravelling in her third round contest.

Sport

5 hours ago Comedian loses copyright court case against company Steve Coogan founded

Joshua Rinkoff had claimed the copyright of sitcom Shambles was infringed by Baby Cow Productions series Live At The Moth Club (LATMC).

Events

7 hours ago From Mulholland Drive to Twin Peaks via Lost Highway: all David Lynch’s films and TV shows – ranked

The great American film-maker died this week, leaving behind a body of work unmatched in its seductive strangeness and transcendent mystery. We put it in orderIt is one of life’s eternal mysteries that for the last two decades of his life, no one was willing to fund another feature by America’s greatest film-maker of the time. Almost as much of a mystery was his final completed feature: the evil twin of his previous film, Mulholland Drive. As Laura Dern’s hexed actor segues into the character she is playing, this digitally shot rampage down Hollywood’s boulevard of broken dreams dials up the narrative fragmentation of his late period. It runs the gamut from inspired camcorder surrealism to making-it-up-as-you-go-along incoherence (which is what it was: Lynch shot without a finished screenplay). Continue reading...

Culture

3 hours ago 'Finding it hard to forgive wife's affair and she refuses counselling'

Agony aunt Coleen Nolan has advice for a reader who's just found out his wife has been seeing her ex-boyfriend for a year, and he doesn't know how to move on from it

Politics

11 hours ago Our daughter won't be able to afford to live in our house after we die

My daughter, her partner, child and baby due this spring live with us as they cannot afford to rent or buy somewhere. Lawyer Rachel Waller tackles the issue.

Society

6 hours ago Inside Katie Price's weight loss as fans beg star to seek help amid health fears

Katie Price has left fans concerned after she showcased her slimmer figure in a new video, with some urging the star to seek help. Here's all we know about her body alterations...

Economics

37 hours ago Alejandro Garnacho's transfer stance with Napoli preparing for Man Utd talks

Napoli are in the market for a forward and have set their sights on Manchester United's Alejandro Garnacho with the club willing to listen to offers and the player himself open to the switch

Sport

5 hours ago New sighting of missing Aberdeen twin sisters as huge CCTV twist uncovered by police

Eliza and Henrietta Huszti have been missing for 10 days after abruptly leaving their flat in Aberdeen and texting their landlady to say they wouldn't be returning

Events

7 hours ago ‘Music is a magic’: how David Lynch used song and sound to transcend reality

He found global fame as a film-maker, but Lynch’s passion for music was life-long and resulted in work every bit as surreal as his moviesDavid Lynch, Twin Peaks and Mulholland Drive director, dies aged 78David Lynch: the great American surrealist who made experimentalism mainstream‘Music,” David Lynch said when I spoke to him for the Guardian last year, “is a magic”. We were discussing the album Cellophane Memories, which he had produced with singer Chrystabell: a beautiful, dreamlike, archetypically Lynchian record, which – with his death this week at the age of 78 – would be his last.While he started out as a painter and found global fame as a director through surrealist masterpieces like Twin Peaks, Blue Velvet and Mulholland Drive, Lynch maintained a passion for music all his life – from his bizarre sonic experiments for film, to his own albums, to his collaborations with the likes of Julee Cruise, Flying Lotus and Angelo Badalamenti. Continue reading...

Culture

4 hours ago Was Amad Diallo THAT bad at Rangers? Man United saviour proving critics wrong after damning Celtic Park moment

The young Ivorian is growing into an Old Trafford hero after his forgettable Ibrox spell

Politics

16 hours ago UK weather maps reveal '10cm per hour' snow and torrential rain TWIN THREAT will batter Brits

Brits are facing both heavy snow and torrential rain later this month as shocking new weather maps show a huge storm is set to bring 10cm per hour of the white stuff

Society

10 hours ago Millions of phone alert sirens to blast again as Labour repeats a test of its controversial emergency system

In line with a recommendation from the Covid inquiry regarding crisis preparation, alarms on 87 million devices will sound.

Economics

43 hours ago ‘Inspiring’ biopic featuring Jennifer Lopez ‘losing herself’ in ‘beautiful’ role is now streaming

The unbelievable true story of one of the world’s most inspiring living athletes comes to life in a gripping biopic, now streaming on Prime Video

Sport

5 hours ago Patrick Stewart taken to task over Rangers external review by fuming fan in SECOND leaked video – 'This club is broken'

The new CEO was put under the spotlight over his decision to look outside of Ibrox for the football department review

Events

8 hours ago Michelle Keegan gives glimpse of baby bump after announcement as she films series ahead of birth

The actress is filming her next TV project before welcoming her first child into the world

Culture

4 hours ago ITV Coronation Street's Lucy Fallon announces daughter's adorable name days after birth

Lucy Fallon has welcomed her second child with her boyfriend, Ryan Ledson - and her Corrie co-stars have been quick to react

Politics

24 hours ago Urgent hunt for baby and two children who have vanished with their parents

Police are now appealing to the public to help trace the family as officers hope to find them well.

Society

11 hours ago CAB Payments new boss says 'we can do more with less' as he cuts fifth of workforce

'As part of the increased focus on performance we are taking significant steps to re-align the cost base to our strategic growth plans; meaning we can do more with less'

Economics

5 hours ago Boy tied to tree and set on fire on 8th birthday exposed killer from deathbed

Robbie Middleton was celebrating his eighth birthday when he was attacked by neighbour Don Collins, who was later exposed as the killer in a devastating video.

Events

9 hours ago David Lynch transcended film: he was one of America’s greatest artists

David Lynch’s death marks the passing of a true instinctive genius who stood apart from the rest of Hollywood

Culture

4 hours ago Will Europe’s fastest growth rate be enough to fix Britain’s finances?

Rachel Reeves has her work cut out as the UK continues to suffer from a long period of low growth, writes Howard Mustoe

Politics

25 hours ago Concern ‘growing’ for family with young children reported missing in Edinburgh

Anyone with information urged to contact police

Society

27 hours ago World Bank says the global is economy is growing steadily, but not fast enough to help ease poverty

The world economy is growing steadily in the face of global conflict, protectionist trade policies and high interest rates

Economics

5 hours ago Simple to Train Dogs: Here are the 10 breeds of adorable dog that shouldn't need obedience school

These breeds of dog are known to be biddable and eager to please, making them perfect for inexperienced owners or busy families who don’t have endless time for training.

Events

11 hours ago David Lynch, the visionary artist who made films that no one else could

The singular American filmmaker died this week at the age of 78, leaving behind a legacy like no other. Louis Chilton looks at the life and work of a man who redefined what cinema itself could achieve

Culture

4 hours ago Manchester United already know their next No.10 after Marcus Rashford exit

Manchester United are preparing for life without Marcus Rashford as clubs swarm around the winger in the January transfer window

Politics

31 hours ago Jamie Oliver's recipe for 'authentic' carbonara leaves Italians horrified as they fume over chef's decision to add an extra ingredient

The clip from 2017 showed the 49-year-old TV chef preparing his version of a carbonara, with Oliver describing his variation as a 'truly authentic' and 'traditional'.

Society

28 hours ago Fortnite Mechagodzilla and Kong – release time, price and every Monsterverse item in the new bundle

Godzilla's friends and foes have arrived in the Fortnite Item Shop as Kong and Mechagodzilla prepare to jump onto the island.

Economics

6 hours ago IMF sees steady global growth, but warns that Trump tariff, tax and deportation plans cloud outlook

The International Monetary Fund expects the world economy to grow a little faster and inflation to keep falling this year

Events

12 hours ago Pregnant Michelle Keegan conceals her blossoming baby bump with an oversized coat as she shares behind the scenes snaps filming Brassic

The actress, 37, shared the happy news that she was expecting her first child with her husband Mark Wright at the end of December and is said to be due in February.

Culture

5 hours ago Preparations underway at The White House ahead of Trump’s inauguration

Preparations are underway for the security of the White House ahead of Donald Trump's 2025 presidential inauguration.

Politics

31 hours ago Teacher 'has baby with boy, 13, she lived with' – then his dad 'figured it out'

Ex-South Jersey teacher Laura Caron has been accused of having her 13-year-old student's child after the alleged victim's father is said to have 'figured it all out'

Society

29 hours ago Fortress increases takeover bid for hospitality chain Loungers to £354m

Fortress Investment Group said it has now made a 325p-per-share offer to buy the fast-growing hospitality chain

Economics

6 hours ago Lacey Turner gives birth! EastEnders star welcomes her third child with husband Matt Kay as she shares heartwarming snaps of baby girl

The EastEnders actress, 36, announced she has welcomed a daughter as she shared heartwarming snaps of the tot on Friday.

Events

25 hours ago Dragons’ Den: Where to find Doughboys Pizza, Choppity AI video editor and more

The famous five return for another tense episode

Culture

5 hours ago Barriers and fencing go up around White House ahead of Trump’s inauguration

Preparations are underway for the security of the White House ahead of Donald Trump's 2025 presidential inauguration.

Politics

30 hours ago Beast Games: who won the £1.5m private island on MrBeast's Prime Video show?

The winner of the private island on Beast Games has been revealed 😱

Economics

6 hours ago 'Nothing could prepare me for the horror': Keir Starmer makes 'harrowing' visit to Auschwitz with wife Victoria

The PM revealed he was 'moved' after spending time at the former Nazi concentration camp.

Events

29 hours ago Starmer says his favourite book is 'Roy of the Rovers' and 'all my books are about football' as he visits Kyiv school

Keir Starmer chatted with pupils in the Ukraine capital and via videolink with students at a twinned school in Liverpool.

Culture

5 hours ago Alison Hammond, 49, and toyboy boyfriend David, 27, squash split rumours as they share a steamy kiss during PDA

The couple proved they are stronger than ever as they passionately locked lips during a shopping trip.

Politics

32 hours ago Most valuable retro video games and consoles as special Mario Bros fetches over £1million

Items worth millions could be hiding in homes across the country

Economics

7 hours ago Jack Draper goes the distance again to beat Vukic and set up Alcaraz clash

British No 1 triumphs 6-4, 2-6, 5-7, 7-6 (5), 7-6 (8)Player reaches Australian Open last 16 for first timeThroughout the early days of Jack Draper’s young career, questions around his physical preparedness for his chosen sport followed him wherever he went. As he continually struggled with injuries and endurance issues alike, Draper never failed to hear from those who believe he did not work hard enough, carry himself with sufficient professionalism or care enough about his craft.Those days are over. Finito. For the third straight day in Melbourne Park, despite his stunted preparation and the rust that caked his game, Draper has somehow found a way to drag himself across the finishing line of yet another frantic five-set match he seemed destined to lose, drawing on his endless reserves of grit and heart in the process. Continue reading...

Events

35 hours ago Africa has no shortage of celebrated writers – so why is it so hard for African readers to get hold of their books?

Across the continent books can be expensive and libraries scarce. But growing numbers of tech innovators and independent publishers are working to make African literature available and affordableTsitsi Dangarembga’s Nervous Conditions, a novel about growing up in colonial Zimbabwe, is one of the most important works of 20th-century African literature and features on university curricula across the UK. British students can order a used copy for less than £3.But there is one place readers struggle to find it: Harare, the capital of Zimbabwe and Dangeremba’s home town, even though it is published in paperback across the border in South Africa. “It’s very, very difficult to find my books anywhere in Zimbabwe,” says Dangarembga. Continue reading...

Culture

5 hours ago Skin is in: as sales of thong bikinis rise, is body confidence also growing?

A Sydney council’s ban on ‘inappropriate’ swimwear stirs a wider debate over complex feelings about women’s bottomsWhen it comes to clothing advice for women, the “rules” are endless. They range from sizeist – “avoid horizontal stripes if you have a wider frame”, to ageist – “don’t wear a crop top over 50”. Now Australia is weighing in. A council in Greater Sydney has banned thong and g-string bikinis at its public swimming pools causing outrage among pool users and stirring a wider debate about the policing of women’s bodies.In a now-deleted post on Facebook clarifying its swim-attire rules, Blue Mountains leisure centres stated that skimpy swimwear was “inappropriate” at its facilities. The guidelines were posted after pool users queried posters at centres warning that “revealing swimwear/thongs” were not to be worn. Continue reading...

Politics

34 hours ago What does 0.1% economy growth really mean for you? How it affects jobs, saving money and more explained

A bank, a hiring firm and wealth managers weigh in on what economic growth means for everyday people

Economics

7 hours ago Woman 'dying' over cousin's baby name that sounds more like an 'ingredient'

With the rise of people craving more "unique" names, it can lead to some awkward conversations among family and friends who aren't keen on the more "bizarre" options

Events

5 hours ago Ole Gunnar Solskjaer breaks silence as he finally returns to management

Former Manchester United manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer is preparing for a return to the dugout more than three years on after productive talks with Turkish Super Lig side Besiktas

Politics

37 hours ago Deliveroo sees orders and spending grow after expanding shopping ranges

The boss of the delivery firm said it had been able to ‘bring even more of the neighbourhood to consumers’ doors’.

Economics

7 hours ago GoFundMe, Mandy Moore and the unfairness of disaster relief: ‘If you were poor before, you should stay poor’

Aid was historically seen as a way to ‘restore the status quo’. Now the actor’s bid for help amid the LA fires raises a question: who deserves to crowdfund?It was a perfectly ordinary celebrity Instagram post for the first week of 2025, which is to say, it was nightmarish, but in a way that we’ve grown accustomed to.The actor and musician Mandy Moore was one of many entertainers to lose her home to wildfire in Altadena, California, last week. In her post upon returning to the neighborhood, photos bearing the jaundiced cast of wildfire smoke reveal rubble, charred trees, and an exterior staircase on the verge of collapse. Moore’s captions cataloged further losses: her husband’s studio and instruments, her children’s school, and the home of her brother-in-law and his wife, who are expecting their first child within weeks. Continue reading...

Events

5 hours ago The best of David Lynch: pay tribute to the beloved director with his most famous filmography

From Eraserhead to Blue Velvet, Twin Peaks to Lost Highway, the director leaves behind some of the best films of the past half century

Politics

39 hours ago 38p tablets made customer's 'hair look thicker and lashes grow longer'

Hair Saviour by Dr Vegan is a fully-vegan supplement that's packed with natural ingredients to help combat hair loss and thinning hair

Economics

8 hours ago Man Utd striker transfer to be completed imminently with medical underway

Manchester United are close to completing another transfer deal this month with the Red Devils getting their wish as Ruben Amorim prepares to see a striker depart

Events

5 hours ago Happy Dogs: Here are the 10 happiest breeds of adorable sure to bring joy to your home

With demand for dogs showing no signs of slowing, these are the breeds that have the cheeriest of dispositions.

Politics

39 hours ago Economic growth could fall 50% over 20 years from climate shocks, say actuaries

Exclusive: Report by risk experts says previous assessments ignored severe effects of climate crisisGlobal economic growth could plummet by 50% between 2070 and 2090 from the catastrophic shocks of climate change unless immediate action by political leaders is taken to decarbonise and restore nature, according to a new report.The stark warning from risk management experts the Institute and Faculty of Actuaries (IFoA) hugely increases the estimate of risk to global economic wellbeing from climate change impacts such as fires, flooding, droughts, temperature rises and nature breakdown. In a report with scientists at the University of Exeter, published on Thursday, the IFoA, which uses maths and statistics to analyse financial risk for businesses and governments, called for accelerated action by political leaders to tackle the climate crisis. Continue reading...

Economics

8 hours ago Danger to life UK wildfires could last 7 days sparking evacuations, Government warns as Los Angeles fires burn

The alarm was raised about the growing risk of wildfires as the planet warms

Events

5 hours ago Most Affectionate Dogs: Here are the 10 loving breeds of dog that adore cuddles

These pups will never turn down a cuddle and should make their owner feel beloved all the time.

Politics

39 hours ago Global economy could face 50% loss in GDP between 2070 and 2090 from climate shocks, say actuaries

Exclusive: Report by risk experts says previous assessments ignored severe effects of climate crisisThe global economy could face 50% loss in gross domestic product (GDP) between 2070 and 2090 from the catastrophic shocks of climate change unless immediate action by political leaders is taken to decarbonise and restore nature, according to a new report.The stark warning from risk management experts the Institute and Faculty of Actuaries (IFoA) hugely increases the estimate of risk to global economic wellbeing from climate change impacts such as fires, flooding, droughts, temperature rises and nature breakdown. In a report with scientists at the University of Exeter, published on Thursday, the IFoA, which uses maths and statistics to analyse financial risk for businesses and governments, called for accelerated action by political leaders to tackle the climate crisis.This article was amended on 16 January 2025. The headline of an earlier version said that economic growth could fall by...

Economics

9 hours ago Missing twin sisters' mystery 2am text message to landlord before vanishing in Aberdeen

A text message was sent from Henrietta Huszti's mobile phone to their landlady at 2.12am on January 7, from the area of Victoria Bridge, indicating she and Eliza would not be returning to the flat

Events

5 hours ago Healthiest Dogs: Here are the 10 breeds of adorable dog that should rarely need a vet visit

These breeds of dogs suffer the least known health issues – so should hopefully stay fit for longer.

Politics

9 hours ago I hired private detectives to spy on my lover when he blew out our date. Then they sent a video from his flat with a bombshell revelation: LIZ JONES

He came to my hotel at 9.30pm. He was impressed by the luxury suite with its huge Christmas tree, copper bath, walk-in minibar. I noticed he soon nibbled on the KitKats and Pringles.

Events

5 hours ago Top Dog Crossbreeds: These are the 10 most popular adorable dog crosses

With dog ownership soaring, these are the crossbreeds that prove most popular for those not bothered about a pedigree certificate.

Politics

9 hours ago Extreme wildfires in UK would spark evacuations, Government warns as Los Angeles fires burn

The alarm was raised about the growing risk of wildfires as the planet warms

Events

5 hours ago I stayed in a Boeing 747 hotel and got to sleep in the cockpit with sole access to the first class cabin

A Northamptonshire student stayed in a Boeing 747 hotel, where she had access to the former first class cabin and could walk out onto the wing to watch planes taxi by.

Politics

9 hours ago China’s economy hits 5% growth target but rate among slowest in decades

Latter part of 2024 ‘recovered remarkably’ after stimulus measures, says National Bureau of StatisticsBusiness live – latest updatesChina’s economy grew by 5% in 2024, in line with government targets but at the slowest rate since 1990 outside the Covid pandemic, according to official data.Growth accelerated through the year, with an expansion of 5.4% in the final quarter, up from 4.6% in the third quarter, according to Beijing’s National Bureau of Statistics. Continue reading...

Events

5 hours ago There's a clever reason watches are always set to the same time in adverts

A TikTok user has revealed the reason why watches are always set to the same time in adverts and some people who watched her video realised they didn't know this before

Politics

9 hours ago Drug cartel boss Liam Byrne linked to Steven Gerrard released early from prison

The 44-year-old career criminal – who is set to share granddad duties with Steven Gerrard – must wear an electronic tag and abide by strict house arrest conditions including a curfew

Events