69 minutes ago ‘Reactionary nihilism’: how a rightwing movement strives to end US democracy

Money, Lies, and God exposes a Christian nationalist movement funded by the super-rich seeking to secure their wealth at the expense of othersThere is a “real and very, very present” threat to the US from a shadowy collection of rightwing leaders, a new book on the movement behind Donald Trump warns, with the aim being “an end to pluralistic democracy”.Katherine Stewart, a journalist who specializes in the religious right, spent years researching the money and influence that has aided and encouraged tens of millions of Americans in their worship at the throne of Trump. Continue reading...

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3 hours ago The beach resort that’s 25C in February and a direct flight from Manchester Airport

Soak up the sun and discovered pristine white beaches with crystal-clear waters for less than a £200 flight

Society

27 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

18 hours ago Gruesome moment footballer appears to pop his EYE OUT while blowing his nose during a game

A Dutch top flight star found themselves in a gruesome moment of concern during a recent cup match after appearing to pop his eye out of its socket while blowing their nose.

Sport

48 minutes ago MI5 sends New Year's Day warning WhatsApp messages to 25 members of the New IRA

British secret services are using texts as a means of contacting suspected terrorists and their families, and apparently it has them 'rattled'.

Events

10 hours ago NASA astronauts face terrifying consequences if they don't do one thing in space

An expert has warned that NASA astronauts Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams will have an awful time back on Earth if they don't stick to one thing in space

Technology

2 hours ago Biden’s checkered foreign policy legacy looks like a blip in era of America First

The outgoing US president rallied support for Ukraine but his stance on Gaza delighted no oneWhen asked about his foreign policy doctrine in 2014, Barack Obama described it as an attempt to “avoid errors”.“You hit singles, you hit doubles; every once in a while we may be able to hit a home run,” he said. Continue reading...

Politics

28 hours ago Kylie Jenner slammed over LA wildfires post hours after her $70million jet made 11th flight in two weeks

Kylie's luxury $70 million aircraft has flown 11 times since the start of the year, with the jet making three flights in one day on January 16, and eight since the wildfires broke out on January 7.

Economics

24 hours ago Terrifying Netflix thriller You releases final season trailer – and fans 'lose their minds'

Popular Netflix show You will return for its fifth and final season this year after their showrunner stepped down from the role – leaving fans conflicted over the news

Sport

62 minutes ago Woman issues open marriage warning as she's 'miserable' for unexpected reason

A woman has issued a warning about agreeing to an open marriage as she says she is now 'miserable' in her arrangement – but not for the reasons you might expect

Events

4 hours ago You've been going on holiday in France all wrong! The etiquette rules tourists MUST follow to get along with the French (including the mistake to avoid when ordering wine)

Few holiday destinations are as familiar as France - the world's most visited country with 100million tourist arrivals a year. Yet, the etiquette mistakes keep coming. Here are the unspoken rules.

Politics

31 hours ago 'I found a way to get Uniqlo's £35 cashmere beanie for under £10 with money

The 100% cashmere beanie is designed for 'softness, warmth and comfort' and is available in 13 colours including black, beige and navy - and it's been reduced in the Uniqlo sale

Economics

1 hour ago Noussair Mazraoui fires Man Utd teammates ominous Rangers warning as he names the 'important' star to halt

The blockbuster Battle of Britain could be the perfect platform for one Ibrox star

Events

4 hours ago Two million road users allowed to take courses to avoid prosecution in 2024

This is the highest annual total in records dating back to 2014.

Politics

1 hour ago Doctor gives five warning flags to see if flu has developed into pneumonia

Dr Mark Porter has shared the key signs that your flu has developed into pneumonia as the NHS battles a surge in severe cases with one in three patients requiring intensive care

Events

5 hours ago Revealed: The reason why rich and famous get away with building 'ghastly' mansions on Cornwall's coast... and councils are powerless to stop them

Councillors in Cornwall said they are under pressure to ignore concerns about size and impact on coastal beauty spots and 'wave through' applications to avoid the risk of costly appeals.

Politics

2 hours ago Starmer warned not to cosy up to Trump as new poll shows Labour voters want closer EU ties instead

Exclusive: Nearly two-thirds of Labour voters say that with Donald Trump about to enter the White House they back closer post-Brexit connections to Europe

Events

5 hours ago Ruud van Nistelrooy responds to furious Leicester fans as Foxes star admits they're right

Leicester have now lost seven successive games in the Premier League following their 2-0 defeat to Fulham on Saturday, marking their worst top-flight run since 2001

Politics

2 hours ago ‘I want to preserve our legacy’: Black families in Altadena fear displacement after fire

For Donny Kincey, who lost his home and the home he grew up in, ‘vultures are circling’ and threaten gentrificationThere was too much for Donny Kincey to save. Flames were barreling into Altadena, where Kincey’s relatives had lived for four generations, toward the homes his family had purchased after they escaped the Tulsa race massacre.The 46-year-old second-grade teacher and artist had stayed behind even as he saw fire raging across the hillside last Tuesday night. He was determined to protect his parents’ home and his own. But hours on, embers began to set Poppyfields Drive aflame and a powerful gust, the same winds bringing destruction into his beloved neighborhood, knocked him to the ground. Continue reading...

Events

8 hours ago Doctor reveals exact number of calories to eat to safely lose 1lb a week

Following these diet rules could also help you lose an inch off your waist every month

Politics

2 hours ago Boy, 9 pulled from sand hole that collapsed killing sister, 7 'will always be different'

Maddox Mattingly escaped the collapsing sand hole as his little sister, Sloan reached for his hand in her final moments - their parents shared their unimaginable heartbreak in a bid to warn others

Events

10 hours ago Tennis star collapses in shower before match at Australian Open: 'Everything was black'

French tennis star Corentin Moutet has revealed that he passed out while in the shower less than an hour before walking onto court to play Learner Tien at the Australian Open.

Politics

2 hours ago Boy, 9 pulled from sand hole that collapsed killing sister, 7, 'will always be different'

Maddox Mattingly escaped the collapsing sand hole as his little sister, Sloan reached for his hand in her final moments - their parents shared their unimaginable heartbreak in a bid to warn others

Events

13 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

20 hours ago ‘She would have been in awe of him’: how Laurence Olivier gave Margaret Thatcher private seduction lessons

New drama, When Maggie Met Larry, reveals exactly how the world’s most famous actor coached the fledgling Iron LadyIn 1972, a nervous Margaret Thatcher went to Laurence Olivier’s London home for a lesson on presentational skills. The most famous actor of the 20th century told the then education secretary to put a book on her head and walk around to improve her deportment. He also advised her to take long confident strides, and to use her eyes to seduce and flirt.The future prime minister went on to visit Olivier’s house for a further five lessons, details of which are revealed in a new Radio 4 play, When Maggie Met Larry. Starring Derek Jacobi, who joined Olivier’s fledgling National Theatre when only 24, and Frances Barber as Thatcher, the drama tells of the previously unknown advice on style and voice offered to the Tory politician. Continue reading...

Politics

4 hours ago Manchester United sent warning despite Amad praise in mixed Brighton predictions

The pundits have had their say ahead of Man United vs Brighton

Events

21 hours ago Are we a racist society? The majority of us say no – but science begs to differ

Although greater awareness of prejudice would suggest we are less bigoted than ever, empirical evidence indicates notQ&A with Keon West, author of The Science of RacismDo we still have a problem with racism? If you ask the average person even the most basic question about it – “Does racism still exist?” – half the population will say it doesn’t. According to a recent Guardian poll of British adults, more than half thought ethnic minorities faced less or the same discrimination as White people in most areas of life, such as the news, TV or films, the workplace, access to finance and jobs, and access to university or good schooling. Results in the US are similar. A 2021 Gallup poll revealed that slightly more than half of the White American population believe “racism against Black [people is] widespread in the US”. In the meantime, according to the same poll, slightly less than half of the White American population believe “racism against Whites [is] widespread in the US”. An earl...

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5 hours ago Met Office warns huge freeze that's hit Donald Trump's inauguration will affect UK weather

A cold wave is set to sweep across America bringing what has been described as 'dangerously cold weather'

Events

22 hours ago Anita Dobson says Brian May ‘taking each day as it comes’ during stroke recovery

The Queen guitarist revealed in September he had a ‘minor stroke’ which caused him to lose control over his arm.

Politics

7 hours ago Man City sent Liam Delap warning as three pundits all make the same Ipswich prediction

Man City make the trip to Portman Road to face Ipswich Town in the Premier League

Events

26 hours ago Best hot weather holiday destinations for every month of the year to avoid rain

If you're in need of some holiday destination inspiration for your next getaway, then you'll want to check out this handy guide which reveals the best places to visit every month for almost certain hot weather

Politics

7 hours ago Netanyahu warns again that Gaza ceasefire will not begin until Hamas provides a hostage list

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said early Sunday that the ceasefire in Gaza will not begin until Israel has received a list of the hostages set to be released from Hamas

Events

26 hours ago Putin in 'secret break at mountain hideout to bathe in blood of Siberian stags’

WARNING DISTRESSING CONTENT. Vladimir Putin has headed off to a his secret mountain retreat in Siberia where he is said to have spent the week bathing "in the blood of young deer"

Politics

8 hours ago Scotland facing fraud ‘epidemic’ as more than 80 per cent of crimes go unsolved

Scottish Labour warn the number of crimes being recorded has surged, but the amount of cases being solved has collapsed.

Events

28 hours ago Emma Raducanu's Australian Open dream is over in brutal fashion after being outclassed by rampant No2 seed Iga Swiatek

Emma Raducanu suffered her heaviest defeat at a Grand Slam as she was crushed by No2 seed Iga Swiatek at the Australian Open, shipping 11 games in a row to lose in little over an hour.

Politics

10 hours ago Labour in gagging row over Commons chief who urged Rachel Reeves to speak up for democracy campaigner jailed in Hong Kong

Ms Ghani is understood to have been ticked off by her boss, Speaker Sir Lindsay Hoyle , and reminded of the convention that, as his deputy, she must avoid major public political interventions.

Events

28 hours ago Putin, 72, 'takes secret break at mountain hideout where he bathes in blood of Siberian stags' ahead of war talks with Trump

His 'Flying Kremlin' Ilyushin 96-300 disappeared from radar screens over the remote Altai region in Siberia, after a flight from Moscow

Politics

10 hours ago LA bracing for more catastrophic wildfires as forecasters warn of 100mph winds

More than 27 people have died and 22,000 buildings have burned in at least six wildfires since the first fire erupted on January 7.

Events

31 hours ago After call to overhaul diagnosis of obesity, how can you tell if your weight is a problem?

Report by Lancet Commission says BMI should be used as ‘screening tool’ rather than determining factorThis week, doctors confirmed what many people have felt for a long time: the way we think about obesity is not helpful, BMI (body mass index) is unreliable, and this needs to change.The Lancet Commission has urged a “radical overhaul” of how obesity is diagnosed, warning that reliance on BMI has resulted in both under- and over-diagnosis of the condition affecting approximately 1 billion people globally. Continue reading...

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12 hours ago LA cracking for more catastrophic wildfires as forecasters warn of 100mph winds

More than 27 people have died and 22,000 buildings have burned in at least six wildfires since the first fire erupted on January 7.

Events

31 hours ago Drinking this purple fruit juice could help you lose weight says new study

Those drinking the juice burned 27 percent more fat compared to when they drank the placebo.

Politics

13 hours ago Warning: That too many takeaway curries could be giving you a runny... nose

Scientists believe that fast food diets and takeaways could be depriving the body of the key vitamins that it needs to dampen down potential inflammation within the nasal passages

Events

34 hours ago Australian Open 2025: Raducanu loses to Swiatek, De Minaur and Sinner to come – live

Updates from seventh day of tennis at Melbourne ParkSecond seed defeats Raducanu 6-1, 6-0 in third roundAny thoughts? Get in touch with Martin on emailEmma Raducanu and Iga Swiatek have completed their warm-ups on Rod Laver Arena and we’re about to get under way. But hang on, the second seed is have a word to the match official and seems to be concerned about a lack of towels. Well, I guess that sets the tone for what should be a heated clash in steamy conditions.There is plenty of action on the court to keep us entertained but it can be easy to forget the impact that tennis can have on families in the present day, let alone across generations.It’s been an odd experience. Esna died in 1966 so has always been an ethereal presence – a long-skirted woman with Princess Leia buns in an ageing photograph who my mother would chide me with when asking why I was so terrible at sport. Continue reading...

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13 hours ago Now experts issue urgent warning over 'excessive' salt levels found in everyday ingredient

The seasoning cubes, used to provide food with extra flavour, are bought by millions in the UK.

Events

34 hours ago Teenager describes tumultuous life at trial of adoptive parents accused of neglect and forced labor

A teenager whose discovery in a locked shed at her West Virginia home led to the arrest of her adoptive parents has taken the stand in the couple's trial

Politics

13 hours ago Dyslexia symptoms and warning signs after Jamie Oliver shares diagnosis that upended school career

Jamie Oliver is tackling the school system yet again but far from the cafeteria this time

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