31 minutes ago TikTok officially goes dark... but the banned app says 'please stay tuned' for Trump intervention

TikTok, the viral social media platform where billions created and shared short videos, has officially gone dark for US users on Saturday evening.

Politics

4 hours ago I did a favour for a friend but it ended with a TikTok lawyer sharing a deepfake of me being racist... I was sent home from work and nearly jailed

May 2 last year, Cheryl Bennett, 27, agreed to help out a colleague, Qasim Mughal, who was standing in the local elections that day by delivering Labour Party leaflets.

Society

1 hour ago Bank of England interest rate cuts and how you may be affected amid inflation change

This week has seen inflation figures drop, changing many economists' outlook on future interest rate changes

Economics

2 hours ago Inside the life of a small boats smuggler living in Britain: People trafficker who has been fighting extradition for SEVEN YEARS spends his days playing golf... and committing more crimes

The father-of-two (pictured) was detained by the National Crime Agency after being sentenced to eight year in jail for his role in the trafficking operation.

Sport

59 minutes ago Pep Guardiola called me a killer but I knew my future wasn't at Man City

Manchester City will be reunited with another of their academy success stories this weekend - but could Liam Delap ever return to the Etihad and why did he leave in the first place?

Events

6 hours ago Smiling Sophie: New photo of Duchess of Edinburgh as she marks 60th birthday

The duchess is set to celebrate the milestone at home with the Duke of Edinburgh on Monday at her Bagshot Park home.

Culture

7 hours ago JB Gill's daughter rushed to hospital as he kicks off Strictly Come Dancing tour

JB Gill's wife Chloe Tangney revealed their daughter Chiara was 'turning the corner' after rushing her to A&E while her JLS husband was away on the Strictly Come Dancing tour

Science

35 minutes ago TikTok goes dark 90 minutes before deadline but posts message suggesting Trump could save it

The move comes a day after the U.S. Supreme Court upheld a law barring it for U.S. users

Politics

5 hours ago Trump departs Palm Beach for D.C. as inauguration ceremony moved inside by freezing weather: Live

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

Society

6 hours ago Kemi Badenoch's means testing plan puts income of 11 million pensioners at risk

The Tory leader said on Thursday that her party would look at ways to reduce the pension bill by removing benefits from some elderly people

Economics

28 hours ago The Traitors fans left 'emotional wrecks' as the contestants open up during heartfelt dinner party

During the meal every revealed plans for how they'd spend the show's prize money as shared insight into their lives away from the castle.

Sport

2 hours ago Inside White House 'ring of steel' for Trump inauguration amid 'lone actor' threat

Authorities are ramping up security as they prepare for any possible threats, including "lone actors" during Donald Trump's inauguration which is due to take place on Monday

Events

8 hours ago John Barrowman says he's been 'blackballed' from showbiz after scandal

Former Dancing on Ice judge John Barrowman has said he was 'blackballed' from the entertainment industry and 'can't get into a room for an audition' following a scandal in 2021

Culture

44 minutes ago TikTok ban live: App goes offline with message saying it’s ‘temporarily unavailable’ but suggests Trump could save it

TikTok posts message saying the incoming president, who will be sworn in on Monday, could help the app get up and running again

Politics

9 hours ago Corrie legend Charlie Lawson says he can't afford to heat his home after being 'cancelled'

Former Coronation Street star Charlie Lawson has opened up about his financial struggles, saying he can't afford to have the heating on in 'lean times'

Society

8 hours ago Max Verstappen exit stance made clear in face of Aston Martin's stunning £1 billion move

The F1 Red Bull president has long been firm in his views over the Dutchman's future

Economics

2 hours ago Sir Rod Stewart continues to celebrate his milestone 80th birthday alongside stunning wife Penny Lancaster, 53, and lookalike son Aiden, 12, at star

The singer was joined by stunning wife Penny Lancaster , 53, lookalike son Aiden, 12, as well as famous pals including Rolling Stones ' Ronnie Wood , 77, and wife Sally, 47.

Events

15 hours ago Katie Price and Kerry Katona lined up for new TV show after moving in together

Former glamour model Katie Price and ex-Atomic Kitten star Kerry Katona are looking to join forces for a new TV show, after their on-stage success during their panto run

Culture

85 minutes ago Melania Trump brutally snubbed just days before presidential inauguration

Melania Trump's stylist Hervé Pierre has spoken out about dressing the former first lady for her husband's second inauguration, after several big-name designers refused to help

Politics

12 hours ago Strictly Come Dancing stars glittering arrivals as live tour begins without show's champion

Strictly Come Dancing stars arrived for the first night of the BBC show's live tour and they were full of smiles ahead of their performances

Society

15 hours ago Sam and Billie Faiers to reunite for brand new show ahead of TOWIE's 15th anniversary

Sisters Sam Faiers and Billie Shepherd are reportedly working on a new project together which will follow the TOWIE icons as they expand their business ventures

Economics

4 hours ago Supper to be held celebrating the lives of Jean Armour and other women in Robert Burns' life

The first Jean Armour Supper will be held to celebrate the women in Robert Burns life at Burns Cottage in Alloway - the venue for the first Burns Supper in 1801

Events

16 hours ago Love Island's Montana Brown announces early arrival of baby girl and shares first family photo

Love Island star Montana Brown has given birth to her second child with fiancé Mark O'Connor - a baby girl - and shared the first adorable snap of her with her big brother Jude

Culture

1 hour ago Trump and Melania joined by Ivanka and other family to watch fireworks after return to DC: Live

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

Politics

17 hours ago Katie Price's extreme weight loss strategy as she plots even more surgery

Katie Price has shared a video in which she showed off her slimmed down figure as she continues her extreme weight loss regime ahead of more surgery

Economics

5 hours ago David Beckham says his 'heart is heavy' as he breaks silence on death of friend

David Beckham described Denis Law as 'a true gentleman,' after the Hall of Fame footballer died at the age of 84

Events

22 hours ago Tom Cruise and Nicole Kidman's son Connor shares rare photos as he celebrates 30th birthday

Tom Cruise and Nicole Kidman's son Connor Cruise celebrated his 30th birthday on Friday.

Culture

2 hours ago Tariffs and relations with China could be first questions to arise over Trump

Earlier this week, Sir Keir Starmer paid tribute to the support the US has given to Ukraine.

Politics

19 hours ago The £4.5m haul of designer fakes seized at Britain's border: From knock

EXCLUSIVE: Experts warn fakes can also pose a potentially deadly threat to buyers, with faulty electrical items at risk of suddenly catching fire.

Economics

6 hours ago Gladiators star Apollo targeted by stalker in ‘sinister’ ordeal as BBC ups security

The BBC's Gladiators show returned for its second series on Saturday

Events

2 hours ago We left our old lives in Britain for the sun in Australia and have no intention of ever going back

Brits have revealed why they traded in their grey day-to-day life in Britain for the famously laid-back and sunny Aussie lifestyle. 

Politics

24 hours ago Nearly £3m of free school meal debt wiped out during cost of living crisis

Green MSP Ross Greer hailed the write-off after his party had pushed for a fund to help parents.

Economics

6 hours ago Royal 'secret weapon' Duchess Sophie celebrates 60th birthday with stunning new portrait

Sophie looks happy and relaxed in the Palace-released image, captured by London-based portrait, fashion and commercial photographer Christina Ebenezer at Bagshot Park this month

Events

3 hours ago Nigel Farage proclaimed ‘Britain’s future PM’ at champagne fuelled Trump celebration party

The Independent’s political editor David Maddox and White House correspondent Andrew Feinberg were at the Hay Adams hotel opposite the White House as Brexiteer Brits hosted the biggest inauguration party in town and plotted a populist future with their US allies

Politics

25 hours ago Man Utd transfer news: Gyokeres stance emerges amid possible Rashford swap deal

Manchester United have a long-term interest in Sporting Lisbon striker Viktor Gyokeres and the Red Devils have now confirmed where they sit on a deal as Marcus Rashford’s future becomes clearer

Economics

8 hours ago From criminal sentencing to inauguration: Timeline of Trump’s dramatic return to White House

During the two months since Trump won the election, states and Congress have certified the results, a new Congress has convened, and the president-elect has been sentenced in his hush-money case

Events

3 hours ago Chrystia Freeland’s campaign to lead Canada starts with humblebrag: ‘Trump doesn’t like me’

Former deputy prime minister kicks off run for top job with video of Trump disparaging her for being tough negotiatorChrystia Freeland, Canada’s former deputy prime minister, kicked off her bid to lead Canada by boasting: “Donald Trump doesn’t like me very much” in a campaign video that quickly went viral.For Freeland, who led Canada’s re-negotiation of the North American Free Trade agreement (Nafta) with the United States and Mexico during Trump’s first term, video of Trump disparaging her for being a tough negotiator is a selling point. Continue reading...

Politics

26 hours ago Record numbers of British millionaires ditch UK over fears Labour's tax plans are damaging the economy

Thousands of millionaires have fled Britain amid growing concerns that new tax plans will damage the economy and international investors.

Economics

11 hours ago Paul Mescal and Gracie Abrams' 'tearful restaurant row' shocks diners and sparks split fears

Normal People star Paul Mescal and his girlfriend, singer Gracie Abrams, were reportedly seen having a tearful row in a London restaurant - leading some onlookers to think they were breaking up

Events

4 hours ago Henry Cavill and Natalie Viscuso spark engagement rumours after quietly welcoming first child

Superman actor Henry Cavill and his Hollywood executive girlfriend Natalie Viscuso appear to have a double reason to celebrate after she seen pushing a stroller and sporting a diamond ring

Politics

11 hours ago Bulldozers kill man in tent in Atlanta clearing homeless camp near MLK’s church

The city was clearing the area around the Ebenezer Baptist church before the MLK Day celebration on MondayCity workers in Atlanta have killed a man living in a tent while clearing a homeless encampment with construction equipment near Martin Luther King’s famous Georgia church.The death of Cornelius Taylor on Thursday afternoon resulted from an effort to reduce the visibility of people without shelter near the city’s historic Ebenezer Baptist church as an accommodation for crowds expected in the area to celebrate King this weekend and on Monday, the federal holiday dedicated to the civil rights leader’s life and legacy. Taylor’s death has infuriated homelessness advocates and prompted a round of soul searching among city leaders. Continue reading...

Events

4 hours ago Trump arrives in D.C. with Melania and Barron as inauguration ceremony moved inside by freezing weather: Live

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

Politics

11 hours ago Director Claire van Kampen dies aged 71 on birthday of her husband Mark Rylance

She died in the German town of Kassel surrounded by her family on Saturday morning, a statement on behalf of Sir Mark and her daughter Juliet said.

Events

4 hours ago Will President Trump veto Mandelson's return as our next US ambassador after he was not invited to inauguration?

A member of Trump's team has said it was 'still not certain' Lord Peter Mandelson's credentials would be accepted by the incoming President amid strains with Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer

Politics

11 hours ago Paul Danan unseen footage shared by Love Island star pal after tragic death

Paul Danan has been the subject of tributes this week following the news of his death and former Love Island winner Paige Turley was among those addressing his passing

Events

5 hours ago Trump reveals the three themes of his inauguration speech and hints at two early trips

President-elect will reportedly focus on ‘unity, strength and fairness,’ a contrast from his ‘American carnage’ message to the nation in 2017

Politics

12 hours ago Tony Slattery laid bare his struggles with addiction and mental health before tragic death

The late Tony Slattery, who has died aged 65, spoke about his struggles with addiction and mental health in an interview in 2016, as well as looking back on his Irish roots

Events

5 hours ago Trump heads for DC with Melania and Barron to kick off inauguration festivities after Jared, Ivanka, and Eric catch a flight on his plane

The president elect boarded a U.S. government plane shortly after family members boarded his own jet. He was accompanied by Melania and son Barron.

Politics

12 hours ago Robbie Williams wants to make Better Man 2 despite film bombing in USA

The Take That star opens up on hopes of another movie delving into his colourful life and career

Events

5 hours ago Luke Littler hires celebrity bodyguard who protected Thierry Henry and Peter Crouch to keep him safe from 'overzealous' darts fans

Luke 'the Nuke' Littler made history when he became the sport's youngest ever champion at the age of just 17 at Alexandra Palace.

Politics

12 hours ago ITV The Masked Singer's Kingfisher identity rumours addressed by Paul Whitehouse as he 'exposes' real celeb

The Masked Singer's Kingfisher has fans of the ITV show wondering exactly which celebrity is behind-the-mask - and comedian Paul Whitehouse has finally addressed whether it's him

Events

6 hours ago Prince Harry's children will not return to UK with him for heartbreaking reason

Archie and Lilibet have not visited the UK since 2022, and it seems that the siblings will not be returning to their father's home country anytime soon for one crucial reason

Politics

14 hours ago Voices: Tactical voting was Keir Starmer’s secret weapon. Next time, it could be turned against him

The prime minister won because of anti-Tory tactical voting last year – but, John Rentoul argues, new polling suggests that the next election could be very different

Events

6 hours ago Steve Bannon mocks Musk, Zuckerberg and Bezos as Trump ‘supplicants’ making an ‘official surrender’

Trump’s former White House strategist fires latest volley in MAGA civil war as he compares tech titans to Imperial Japan’s generals giving their unconditional surrender

Politics

15 hours ago Britain's filthiest restaurants, named and shamed: Nearly 5,000 fail hygiene ratings... so is yours one of them?

Food Standards Agency (FSA) data show there are thousands of restaurants and cafes across the UK where dirty kitchens and dining rooms are failing health inspections.

Events

6 hours ago West Virginia celebrates the life of NBA great Jerry West at sellout game with No. 2 Iowa State

West Virginia celebrated the life of NBA great Jerry West, the school’s all-time leading scorer, at its sellout game against No. 2 Iowa State

Politics

15 hours ago Revealed: Why late billionaire owner of Leicester City who died in helicopter crash had just £50k of assets in Britain

EXCLUSIVE: Khun Vichai Srivaddhanaprabha, 60, was killed with four other people when his personal Leonardo AW169 helicopter span out of control and smashed into the ground in a fireball

Events

6 hours ago Team Trump's revenge on Starmer for 'meddling' in the US election: How President could veto Mandelson as ambassador, humiliate Starmer in Washington and plot to help Farage into No10

Mr Trump's key advisers are also debating whether to put Sir Keir Starmer 'at the back of the queue' of world leaders invited to Washington after tomorrow's inauguration.

Politics

15 hours ago Tory coalition of chaos with Nigel Farage 'would lead to NHS charging for ops'

The warning comes as the two right-wing parties have been neck and neck in polls in recent weeks - with Tory leader Kemi Badenoch already facing questions about joining forces with Reform UK

Events

6 hours ago Tens of thousands take to streets across UK to march in solidarity with oppressed women around world

Survivors of sexual violence among emotional demonstrators brought together in fight for equality when women’s rights under threat globally

Politics

16 hours ago Paul Danan's cause of death 'confirmed' as he 'slips and falls' in luxury apartment

Celebrity Love Island star Paul Danan has died at the age of 46 earlier this week and now it has been reported that he 'slipped and fell' in a luxury apartment near Bristol

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