1 hour ago Trump and Musk have launched a new class war. In the UK, we must prepare to defend ourselves | George Monbiot

Across the world, societies are reverting to oligarchies. How to resist? Fight for democracy with all we’ve gotSeldom in recent history has class war been waged so blatantly. Generally, billionaires and hectomillionaires employ concierges to attack the poor on their behalf. But now, freed from shame and embarrassment, they no longer hide their involvement. In the US, the world’s richest man, Elon Musk, will lead the federal assault on the middle and working classes: seeking to slash public spending and the public protections defending people from predatory capital.He shares responsibility for the Department of Government Efficiency with another billionaire, Vivek Ramaswamy. They have been recruiting further billionaires to oversee cuts across government. These plutocrats will not be paid. They will wage their class war pro bono, out of the goodness of their hearts.George Monbiot is a Guardian columnist Continue reading...

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2 hours ago Strictly's Dianne Buswell shares 'really tough' time as Chris McCausland skips live tour

Strictly Come Dancing star Dianne Buswell has opened up about performing in the show's live tour without fellow winner Chris McCausland, revealing that it's been "really tough"

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3 hours ago Courteney Cox shares the ‘gorgeous’ £38 perfume she always carries in her handbag

Courteney Cox has revealed the one perfume she always has to hand in her bag, calling the £38 CocoMoi perfume ‘gorgeous’ and praising it for being ‘small so that you can take it places’

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26 hours ago Vet shares the two final words she 'hates' hearing people say as their pets die

A hospice vet has said the last moments pet owners share with their furry friends are 'very special', and she 'hates' to hear one very common phrase people say as their animals pass away

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25 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

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3 hours ago Dancing on Ice's Jayne Torvill shares health issues ahead of retiring with Christopher Dean

Jayne Torvill and Christopher Dean have announced their retirement from skating, with them set to perform for the final time on live TV on the new series of ITV's Dancing on Ice

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2 hours ago 'I'm a tattoo artist – these four things will make me cancel your appointment'

A tattoo artist has shared the four circumstances in which she would cancel someone's appointment and not return their deposit – but some have claimed she's too harsh

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18 hours ago A Broadway dancer vanished from his home over three months ago. His distraught family ‘absolutely’ believes foul play is involved

Zelig Williams, who has performed in hit shows ‘Hamilton’ and ‘MJ The Musical,’ has been missing for over three months and there have been no answers on where he might be. Andrea Cavallier talks to his distraught family who haven’t given up as they share next steps in the search and explain why they believe there will be answers soon

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3 hours ago Debenhams 'floored' by how cheap £3,200 GV2 Bellagio Swiss diamond watch is after 94% sale reduction

"What a bargain, I can’t believe how much I paid for this gorgeous watch. It is absolutely stunning"

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37 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.

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2 hours 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

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31 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.

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33 hours ago Nurse shares harrowing journey with liver cancer including the four 'red flag' symptoms that led to diagnosis

Marissa Antonio was just 39 when the 19cm tumour was discovered - and now, Cancer Research UK has revealed liver cancer death rates have doubled in the last 20 years

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3 hours ago Rick Stein's son Jack shares 'perfect' roast potato recipe with 'crispier skin'

Jack Stein has shared his simple recipe for a 'perfect' roast potato - and it's all down to one key method he swears by

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26 hours ago James Martin's Saturday Morning turns awkward as new chef refuses to share secret recipe live on air

ITV chef James Martin was joined by a new face on his Saturday morning cooking show - but things took an awkward turn

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3 hours ago European city with £15 hotel rooms to travel to 'before it gets too popular'

Travel influencer Simon Blok has shared a list of 19 cities that he says "you must visit before they become too popular" - but some of his followers have disagreed with his choices

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3 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

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4 hours ago 'I love Charlotte Tilbury's Pillow Talk lipstick so much I tattoed my lips the same colour'

Head of beauty Zoe tries out the celeb-loved lip blush tattoo treatment – and shares her results after asking to wake up with 'Charlotte Tilbury Pillow Talk'-tinted lips

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7 hours ago Save £40 on Armani Si Passione perfume ahead of Valentine’s Day in flash sale

With Valentine's Day fast approaching, why not snag your partner's favourite fragrance or a stunning new scent from a luxury brand without breaking the bank, thanks to this flash sale

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3 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

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5 hours ago ‘Has the world gone mad? It has’: foreign reporters share a view of Trump from abroad

Journalists from countries that have seen challenges to democracy give their view on the second Trump presidencyWhat is the view of US democracy from abroad, and what can Americans learn from other nations with a history of political tumult?During his first term Donald Trump tested democratic norms by undermining trust in fair elections, encouraging political violence and demonizing the media and public servants. He has promised to be a dictator “on day one” of his second term. Continue reading...

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24 hours ago Man saves over £160 on bills thanks to one single piece of Martin Lewis advice

A man has shared a simple tip he picked up from Martin Lewis on social media, and it's saved him over £160. He said there's a chance you could save a lot of money too

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3 hours ago I pointed out my sister's new baby's name is the same as a terrorist group

The woman, from the US, took to Reddit on 9 January to share how the awkward conversation with her sister unfolded - which has since lead to the pair falling out.

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5 hours ago Skincare expert shares five beauty mistakes you're making in winter – one is 'crucial'

Skincare expert Jamie Nicole has shared the five things you're doing wrong in your beauty regime in winter – but she also has tips on how to fix them and look after your skin in the colder months

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27 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

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5 hours ago Steal Amanda Holden’s romantic red look with this gorgeous wool coat from Nobdoy’s Child

If you're looking to steal a romantic look ahead of Valentine's Day, look no further than Amanda Holden's all-red ensemble - and we've found just the coat to steal her style

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5 hours ago GK Barry reveals her marriage and baby plans with footballer girlfriend Ella Rutherford as she shares she was 'scared to date a woman' before they got together

The I'm A Celebrity star, 25, was rumoured to be dating the Ipswich Town player, 24, long before the couple confirmed their relationship publicly in August.

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32 hours ago Stacey Solomon shares £4 trouser hanger hack that saves half your wardrobe space

Stacey Solomon's 'game changing' hack for storing trousers will save fashion fans a huge amount of space when it comes to storing their clothes

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14 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.

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5 hours ago Blue Monday: What is Blue Monday? When is Blue Monday? Along with three key ways to combat Blue Monday

We explore how Blue Monday has gained its reputation, and share advice on making the day more manageable.

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14 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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7 hours ago The doctor's guide to ageing well: 10 power nutrients you need in your 30s, 40s, 50s and 60s

In a new book, Eat Your Age, the doctor and bestselling author Ian K Smith shares the steps everyone must take at every different age to increase longevity and stave off future illnesses and ailments

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18 hours ago BBC Gladiators' Bradley Walsh shares 'bad news' as star 'quits' show after nasty injury

Gladiators has returned to BBC One for a brand new series

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7 hours ago Late Queen was 'underwhelmed' in disappointing first encounter with Sophie Wessex

Sophie, Duchess of Edinburgh had a very close bond with the late Queen, having lost her own mother Mary Rhys-Jones in 2005. But they didn't share an immediate connection...

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19 hours ago Sir Mark Rylance's wife Claire Van Kampen dies aged 71 on husband's birthday

Van Kampen passed away surrounded by her family after being diagnosed with cancer , a statement shared on behalf of Sir Mark and her daughter Juliet confirmed.

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9 hours ago Brits taught how to shoplift through TikTok as it becomes our new 'national sport'

TikTok has become an unexpected teacher of criminality, exposing young people to 'attitudes and behaviours which normalise everyday dishonesty and everyday cheating' boffins reckon

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20 hours ago Viral Jerry Springer '70lb' baby debuted dramatic transformation 27 years later

A man dubbed the '70lbs baby' following his appearance on Jerry Springer back in the 90s has debuted a new look after drastic weight loss – and shared his thoughts on the show

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9 hours 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.

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20 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

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11 hours ago North Koreans sent to fight alongside Russia in Ukraine 'thought they were going on a simple training exercise'

In shocking new footage shared online, two wounded North Korean soldiers captured by Ukrainian forces in Russia's Kursk region made the revelation to translators.

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22 hours ago Creamy tomato soup that's 'better than Heinz' contains one secret ingredient

One TikTok user has shared her recipe for creamy tomato soup with deliciously crispy homemade croutons - and the dish packs in 20g of protein

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17 hours ago Linda Nolan 'laughing and joking right up until the end', sister Denise shares

Mirror columnist and pop icon Linda Nolan died at the age of 65 on Wednesday, with her heartbroken sister Denise now sharing how she kept her loved ones laughing until the very end

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24 hours ago Ben Affleck enjoys outing with his cheery middle child Fin after drone probe from FBI amid LA fires

The 52-year-old actor shares Fin, 16, as well as his daughter Violet, 19, and son Samuel, 12, with his amicable first ex-wife Jennifer Garner.

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18 hours ago Michelle Keegan shares glimpse of baby bump on Brassic set amidst freezing conditions

Michelle Keegan has been keeping her growing baby bump under wraps as she films the new series of Sky Comedy's Brassic - but she has now given fans a glimpse of her bump

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26 hours ago Paul Danan's addiction battle laid bare in heartbreaking voicenotes after death update

Paul Danan's friend Dapper Laughs shared a voicenote conversation between himself and the late Hollyoaks star where they candidly discussed their addiction struggles

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18 hours ago JB Gill's wife Chloe rushes daughter to A&E after 'gut feeling' as Strictly star kicks off the first day of tour

The JLS star, 38, is currently on the Strictly Come Dancing: Live Tour, as his other half shared an update on the family emergency.

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29 hours ago Paul Danan died after he 'slipped and fell' at luxury apartment where he was staying

Paul Danan died at the age of 46 earlier this week, as the news was shared by his management team on Thursday as they paid tribute to the Hollyoaks and Celebrity Love Island star

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19 hours ago BBC Gladiator's Bradley Walsh shares 'bad news' as star forced to pull out of show

The BBC show returned to screens tonight - but someone was missing

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30 hours ago Katie Price's sad warning about January surgery plans as friends' share fears

Katie Price is said to be going under the knife to have her 'pixie ears' fixed, but a plastic surgeon has issued a sad warning about the star's procedures

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19 hours ago BBC Gladiators' Bradley Walsh shares 'bad news' as star forced to pull out of show

The BBC show returned to screens tonight - but someone was missing

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19 hours ago I'm A Celebrity's Myles Stephenson rushes daughter, two, to hospital as she turns blue after seizure

Former X Factor star Myles Stephenson has shared his horror after his two-year-old daughter, Sahara, was rushed to hospital after suffering a seizure and a high temperature

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20 hours ago Who will tame Donald Trump this time? Roll up, roll up, for the White House travelling circus | Simon Tisdall

On the eve of his return, it’s clear that world leaders, whether they like him or loathe him, can’t ignore this unpredictable showmanMichelle Obama’s one-woman boycott of Donald Trump’s presidential inauguration on Monday requires no explanation. It’s plain that the former first lady has zero tolerance and even less love for a man who delights in racist and sexist behaviour. Lots of other people, especially among US allies in Europe, would boycott Trump, too, if they could. Yet, inescapably, they must deal with him for the next four years.Such fear and loathing is by no means universally shared. A poll, published last week by the European Council on Foreign Relations, found that in China, India, Russia, Saudi Arabia, Indonesia, South Africa and Brazil, more people welcome Trump’s return than deplore it. In contrast, people in the UK, France, Germany and a clutch of other west European countries are frankly appalled at the prospect. Continue reading...

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