72 minutes ago Liam Payne honoured with new memorial including poignant nod to One Direction

Three months after his tragic death, a plaque has been unveiled in memory of Liam Payne, at a key location featured in one of One Direction's music videos

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10 hours ago Pair who took own lives in Polmont ‘given death sentence’, families’ lawyer says

A sheriff has ruled the deaths of Katie Allan, 21, and William Brown, 16, could have been avoided.

Society

2 hours ago Chinese investors are circling private schools 'like vultures': Education experts' warning as VAT raid on fees means many struggling institutions now face Beijing buyouts

Following Labour's VAT raid on school fees, Chinese investors are circling a host of independent schools across the UK, seeing them as potential investment opportunities.

Economics

8 hours ago Eliud Kipchoge to make London Marathon return after 'demoralising' Olympics

Eliud Kipchoge, a four-time London Marathon champion and former world record holder, insists he has no plans to retire after confirming he will return to the capital in April

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1 hour ago Where are Celebrity Love Island stars now? From tragic death to ditching fame

Celebrity Love Island spawned the popular reality show and its spin-offs, but where are the celeb contestants now?

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9 hours ago Coronation Street star Lucy Fallon shares intimate photo from birth of second child as co

She has been flooded with more congratulatory messages and gushing comments from her co-stars as she confirmed the name of her second child

Culture

10 hours ago Heart's Jamie Theakston cancer free and returns to work just four months after diagnosis

Jamie Theakston has returned to Heart Breakfast four months after he was diagnosed with cancer and the presenter has confirmed that he is now 'cancer free'

Science

1 hour ago Man and woman charged after family of five who vanished in Edinburgh traced

Police confirmed that the pair are due to appear at Edinburgh Sheriff Court in due course.

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13 hours ago I was gaslit by doctors for 13 years over my crippling gynaecological conditions

Gabriella Pearson, 32, from Surrey, started having 'cripplingly painful' periods at the age of ten and struggled with gynaecological problems throughout her teen years.

Society

2 hours ago DWP confirms PIP and Attendance Allowance payments increase from April 2025

The DWP recently announced that benefits, including Carer's Allowance, will rise by 1.7 per cent from April 2025

Economics

12 hours ago Man City's dream XI to blast back into title race as FOUR January transfers confirmed

Pep Guardiola could make a number of additions to his Manchester City squad in January as the reigning Premier League champions look to work their way back up the table

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1 hour ago Wayne Rooney and Gary Neville lead Man Utd tributes after death of legend Denis Law

Denis Law, who won two league titles with Manchester United, has died at the age of 84 following a battle with Alzheimer's disease and vascular dementia

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10 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

1 hour ago Sunderland star breaks down in tears after double penalty nightmare proves costly

BURNLEY 0-0 SUNDERLAND: Wilson Isidor should have handed the Black Cats victory in the top of the table Championship clash at Turf Moor, but ended the night in tears after seeing James Trafford save two late penalties

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4 hours ago Jessica Alba's divorce from Cash Warren 'complicated' thanks to film career and $640M Honest Company

Alba's money comes not just from her high-profile movie career which includes films such as Honey, but it also is from her success as the founder of Honest Company.

Economics

13 hours ago David Lynch leaves poignant final message to fans in last public appearance before death

David Lynch wished for "everyone to be free from disease" in his final public appearance before his death aged 78.

Sport

1 hour ago How one of Paris's most historic theatres has been hijacked and turned into a giant migrant camp

Over 300 migrants are now living in the theatre as part of what they're calling an 'anti-racist and anti-colonial struggle' for state-sponsored housing.

Events

13 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

2 hours ago Jimmy Thelin issues Aberdeen rallying cry as defiant boss tells his struggling stars 'don't feel sorry for yourself'

The Dons kick off their Scottish Cup campaign against League Two side Elgin City on Saturday.

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7 hours ago Inside Roger Nores $10m lawsuit as Liam Payne's estate fear it will cause Bear 'irreparable damage'

Geoff Payne, the father of late One Direction singer Liam Payne, has been named in a US defamation lawsuit by the singer's friend and businessman, Roger Nores, over 'false statements' that were allegedly made in relation to the pop star's death

Economics

14 hours ago Haaland’s new contract, Slegers in at Arsenal, team news and football transfer latest – live

Latest news and press conferences before the weekendAny comment or thoughts? You can email DavidToday’s Rumour Mill allows us a segue involving Brighton. Read today’s whispers here Brighton were the other winners last night as they ended an eight-game streak without a Premier League victory (eight of those were draws, mind) with a 2-0 success at Ipswich to take them up to ninth. Nick Ames was at Portman Road. Continue reading...

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1 hour ago The Good Ship Murder reveals shocking baby twist as fans 'work out' bombshell

The Good Ship Murder fans were convinced they had worked out a huge twist before it was even confirmed on the Channel 5 show

Events

14 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

3 hours ago Love Island's Elma's fate sealed as she breaks down over Ronnie's actions

Love Island fans appear to have worked out Elma's future on the ITV dating programme as she struggled to contain her feelings after Ronnie Vint kissed Kaz

Politics

7 hours ago The relief I’ll feel if the Gaza ceasefire deal holds is tempered by rage. Because it could have happened so much sooner | Jonathan Freedland

The agreement reached this week is basically the plan Joe Biden unveiled in May. So much pain, terror and death could have been avoidedWhen news of the ceasefire and hostage-release deal between Israel and Hamas first broke on Wednesday, a friend offered the kind hope that now, at last, there could be a sense of joy. I wanted very much to feel that way but, at that moment, I could not – and here’s why.For one thing, a mere announcement did not seem enough. When it comes to the Middle East, “believe it when you see it” tends to be a good operating principle. Sure enough, there followed 48 hours of hitches and last-minute delays and even now, as I write this and after the Israeli security cabinet approved the deal, it seems like tempting fate to assume everything will run smoothly. Continue reading...

Economics

2 hours ago Wayne Rooney and Gary Neville lead Man Utd tributes to Denis Law after his death

Tributes have been flooding in after Denis Law, part of Manchester United's 'Holy Trinity', a Ballon d'Or and European Cup winner and Scotlands joint all-time leading goalscorer, died on Friday at the age of 84

Events

16 hours ago Remembering David Lynch’s musical legacy: 10 songs to go beyond the films

The loss of singular talent and visionary filmmaker David Lynch is not only felt in the world of cinema, but music, where he had inextricable influence on multiple generations of artists. Maria Sherman runs through the 10 best songs to remember his legacy

Culture

3 hours ago Liam Payne honoured with 'beautiful' tribute with special link to One Direction

Three months after his tragic death, a plaque has been unveiled on Clevedon Pier in memory of Liam Payne, who previously filmed a music video there with his One Direction bandmates

Politics

7 hours ago Relief at this Gaza deal should be tempered by rage at Hamas and Netanyahu. How dare they take so long? | Jonathan Freedland

The agreement reached this week is basically the plan Joe Biden unveiled in May. So much pain and death could have been avoidedWhen news of the ceasefire and hostage-release deal between Israel and Hamas first broke on Wednesday, a friend offered the kind hope that now, at last, there could be a sense of joy. I wanted very much to feel that way but, at that moment, I could not – and here’s why.For one thing, a mere announcement did not seem enough. When it comes to the Middle East, “believe it when you see it” tends to be a good operating principle. Sure enough, there followed 48 hours of hitches and last-minute delays and even now, as I write this and after the Israeli security cabinet approved the deal, it seems like tempting fate to assume everything will run smoothly. Continue reading...

Economics

2 hours ago The Traitors viewers left 'gutted' as Leon is latest faithful to be banished but spot trouble in paradise after Minah suggests splitting prize with unimpressed fellow Traitor Charlotte

Suspicion fell on the retail worker, 40, after he survived the dreaded death match earlier this week and failed to prove to his innocence to his fellow faithfuls.

Events

4 hours ago Trump moves inauguration indoors to chamber Jan 6 rioters ‘desecrated’ four years ago: Live updates

President-elect says he has ordered inauguration and speeches to take place in the Capitol Rotunda ‘as was used by Ronald Reagan in 1985’

Politics

8 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

2 hours ago Dad says he's "unluckiest man in the world" after allegedly killing daughter while "mucking around"

Simon Vickers is accused of murdering his teenage daughter, but claims her death was an accident as a result of "mucking around".

Events

5 hours ago Liverpool XI vs Brentford: Confirmed team news, predicted lineup and injury latest for Premier League

Arne Slot could make changes for big trip to west London

Politics

8 hours ago Transport police confirm loss of life on rail tracks at Polmont Railway Station

One person is confirmed dead following a tragic incident on the railway tracks at Polmont station.

Economics

2 hours ago Martin Scorsese says David Lynch’s death is ‘sad day for art of cinema’

The US director died at the age of 78.

Events

5 hours ago West Ham XI vs Crystal Palace: Confirmed team news, predicted lineup and injury latest for Premier League

Graham Potter lacking options up front amid injury crisis

Politics

9 hours ago Marco Silva deals West Ham transfer blow as Fulham boss confirms Rodrigo Muniz latest

Cottagers boss confident Brazilian forward will remain at Craven Cottage

Economics

2 hours ago One of football’s giants – tributes paid to Denis Law following death aged 84

Law helped Manchester United win the European Cup in 1968 and is Scotland’s joint record goalscorer.

Events

5 hours ago Chelsea XI vs Wolves: Cole Palmer injury latest, confirmed team news and predicted lineup for Premier League

Blues sweating on several new fitness doubts including Enzo Fernandez, Romeo Lavia and Levi Colwill

Politics

9 hours ago How water from a tin became a billion pound business: Brands like Cano Water and Liquid Death are soaring with environmentally conscious Gen Z with a lot of famous faces

Once reserved for beers, fizzy drinks and all manner of nitro infused cocktail tins, the aluminium can has now also become the go-to vessel for drinking water across the world.

Economics

6 hours ago Manchester United fixture change confirmed as Premier League TV decision explained

Ipswich Town are due to visit Old Trafford in the Premier League next month - with Man United selected for yet another TV match by TNT Sports.

Politics

11 hours ago Novak Djokovic backs Danielle Collins’ approach to dealing with boisterous fans

Collins has received mixed reactions for her confrontational response after beating Destanee Aiava.

Economics

2 hours ago Federal sentencings for 5 former officers delayed until after state trial in death of Tyre Nichols

A judge has ruled that sentencings for five former Memphis police officers convicted of federal charges in the beating death of Tyre Nichols will take place after an April state court trial on second-degree murder

Events

6 hours ago EastEnders’ Jamie Borthwick reveals secret Strictly struggle after ‘very difficult week’

EastEnders star Jamie Borthwick has revealed he had a secret struggle with on Strictly Come Dancing as he suffered a ‘very difficult week’ while juggling two commitments

Politics

14 hours ago Brit Emily Damari is confirmed to be among 33 Hamas hostages to be released as part of Gaza ceasefire deal

The 28-year-old was shot in the hand and leg when she was snatched from her home in southern Israel during the October 7 attack by Hamas.

Economics

3 hours ago South Carolina man chooses to die by lethal injection instead of electric chair or firing squad

A South Carolina inmate who has spent more than half his life on death row has chosen to die by lethal injection

Events

6 hours ago BBC Strictly Come Dancing's Chris McCausland has fans saying 'about time' as he issues big update

The comedian's star is continuing to shine following his success on the hit dance show

Politics

14 hours ago The modest £170,000 Blackpool terraced house where 'Naughty Nolan sister' Linda spent her final weeks before dying from pneumonia

The singer found global success as a member of The Nolans, spearheaded by parents Maureen and Tommy, who pushed their daughters to begin performing from an extremely young age.

Economics

3 hours ago Novak Djokovic hits back at Australian Open hecklers after 'kiss my a**' response

Novak Djokovic has been one of many players who have been heckled at the Australian Open - and the 10-time champion praised Danielle Collins' response to the rowdy crowd

Events

7 hours ago Trump’s inauguration to be moved indoors due to ‘dangerously cold weather’: Live updates

President-elect says he has ordered inauguration and speeches to take place in the Capitol Rotunda ‘as was used by Ronald Reagan in 1985’

Politics

15 hours ago Liam Payne's friend sues star's dad for $10million in damages over 'defamation'

Liam Payne's friend Rogelio "Roger" Nores has filed a defamation lawsuit against the late pop star's father, Geoff Payne, over his claims about the circumstances surrounding the singer's death.

Economics

3 hours ago Manchester United announce plan to pay tribute to Denis Law after legend's death

Manchester United legend Denis Law has passed away at the age of 84 and the club will pay tribute to the former forward before Sunday's Premier League clash against Brighton

Events

7 hours ago Kristi Noem won’t say if she would withhold disaster aid if Trump asks: ‘Leadership has consequences’

Trump’s nominee for massive cabinet job rebuffs ‘hypothetical’ question as he threatens California fire relief

Politics

15 hours ago Liam Payne fans outraged over close friend's $10m lawsuit against singer's grieving dad

Roger Nores, whose name featured prominently during the investigation into the death of the late One Direction singer, has taken legal action against the star's grieving father

Economics

3 hours ago Tributes paid to Scots football legend Denis Law after his death at aged 84

Tributes have been paid to Denis Law after the Scots football legend died aged 84.

Events

7 hours ago Ruud van Nistelrooy Manchester United reunion date confirmed as announcement made

The latest Manchester United news as United take on Leicester City in the fourth round of the FA Cup next month.

Politics

15 hours ago Liam Payne’s dad sued for $10m by late singer's friend who was charged in his death

The One Direction singer died aged 31 from ‘polytrauma’, after falling from an Argentine hotel balcony in October.

Economics

4 hours ago Denis Law's heartbreaking words on 'silent killer' in health battle before death

Manchester United legend Denis Law has sadly passed away at the age of 84, after the 'King of the Stretford End' battled dementia in recent years according to his family

Events

8 hours ago Jepchirchir, Mutiso, Kipchoge and Chepngetich confirmed for London Marathon

Jepchirchir, Mutiso, Kipchoge and Chepngetich confirmed for London Marathon  World Athletics

Politics

15 hours ago Billy Bob Thornton: ‘I didn’t want Johnny Cash to catch me looking in his fridge in my underpants’

The actor and musician answers your questions on his time as a roadie, being intimidated by rich people and falling off a horse for Steven SeagalIs your music less important, more important, or about as important as your film work? BenderRodriguezHere’s the thing: I grew up in music. I saw the Beatles when I was eight. By the time I was nine, I had a band. Started with a little cheap guitar and then got a drum kit, which my father hated. I was playing pretty big concerts by the time I was 16 and then went on tour. I became a roadie from 18 to about 22. I went to LA to play music, accidentally got into acting. I’m still not sure how it happened. I always say that my success as an actor was out of ignorance, because I didn’t know how to be anything other than natural, and I think they liked that.I loved both of them. It’s all one vision, all out of the same brain. I couldn’t choose one over the other. I’d like to do both, as long as they’ll let me. Continue reading...

Economics

4 hours ago Wayne Rooney leads tributes to Man Utd great Denis Law after death aged 84

Law won two league titles with United and was a member of United’s European Cup-winning side

Events

8 hours ago Kristi Noem pressed on whether she would stand up to Trump during confirmation hearing: Live updates

Controversial South Dakota Republican appears before Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee as president-elect reveals China call while TikTok ban looms

Politics

16 hours ago The modest £170,000 Blackpool terraced house where 'Naughty Nolan sister' Linda spent her final weeks before dying from cancer

The singer found global success as a member of The Nolans, spearheaded by parents Maureen and Tommy, who pushed their daughters to begin performing from an extremely young age.

Economics

4 hours ago Disney child star Christian Juttner who appeared in iconic films dies aged 60

Former child star Christian Juttner, who starred in huge 1970s movies such as Return From Witch Mountain and I Wanna Hold Your Hand has sadly died, his family have confirmed

Events

8 hours ago Rory McIlroy makes weekend at Desert Classic but Rahm and Hovland exit

Dubai-based Scot Ewen Ferguson leads way on 12 underJon Rahm’s struggles cause a surprise after dismal 77For a spell on Friday afternoon the organisers of the Dubai Desert Classic had cause for panic. Jon Rahm had already tumbled out of the tournament after 36 holes, Viktor Hovland was heading the same way and Rory McIlroy was dangerously close to the cut line. Not for the first time at the Emirates Club, McIlroy saved the day; a birdie at the 18th meant he survived for the weekend with three shots to spare. Given McIlroy’s specialism here – he is seeking a third win in a row – a deficit of nine to the leader, Ewen Ferguson, is unlikely to faze the Northern Irishman.Rahm’s struggles on his first start of 2025 and debut in this tournament caused widespread shock. The Spaniard’s second round of 77, including two double bogeys, contrasted sharply with a 69 on Thursday. “Not the way you want to start the year,” the 2023 Masters champion admitted. Continue reading...

Politics

22 hours ago Liam Payne’s pal Roger Nores sues singer’s dad for £8million in death defamation claim

A close friend of the late singer Liam Payne has launched legal proceedings against the artist's father Geoff Payne, in an eye-watering £8 million lawsuit for defamation

Economics

4 hours ago Murdered Emma Caldwell's family to meet John Swinney amid concerns over public inquiry

Emma Caldwell's family are said to have been left with "no reassurance" that a Scottish judge will not lead the inquiry into the investigation of her death.

Events

8 hours ago Eliud Kipchoge confirms sensational London Marathon comeback and makes Alex Yee wish

Eliud Kipchoge confirms sensational London Marathon comeback and makes Alex Yee wish  The Independent

Politics

23 hours ago Revealed: 'Broke stay at home mum' Helen Flanagan's £1m home yards from a bus stop... after she told judge she can't lose her driving licence because it's so remote

Helen Flanagan claimed she is 'really struggling financially' and cannot even afford a £10 taxi to take her son to nursery, but was banned from driving at Wirral Magistrates' Court.

Economics

4 hours ago Paul Danan's hidden health battle that damaged relationships before tragic death

Hollyoaks star Paul Danan, who has tragically died at the age of just 46, says he got a "very late diagnosis" and wished he'd known about it earlier in his life

Events