1 hour ago DWP admits thousands of Pension Credit claims 'outstanding' after sign

Labour decided to means test the Winter Fuel Payment, worth up to £300, after discovering a '£22 billion' black hole in public spending left by the previous government

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2 hours ago Apple profits top estimates even as competition dents China iPhone sales

Silicon Valley group says there are signs rollout of AI features will boost handset demand

Economics

13 hours ago Fury as Celtic fans taunt Prince William at Aston Villa Champions League match with chants of 'Lizzie's in a box' and 'if you hate the royal family clap your hands'

Celtic fans bombarded Prince William with anti-royal chants throughout the game in Birmingham, including ones about the Prince's brother, the Duke of Sussex, according to The Telegraph.

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96 minutes ago Liam Payne's loved ones 'are caught unawares as Netflix decides to go ahead with airing TV show the singer filmed just before his death without yet receiving his family's final blessing'

Netflix is reportedly forging ahead with airing the TV talent show Liam Payne filmed before his death, despite not yet receiving his family's final blessing.

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40 minutes ago AP PHOTOS: The moment to restore broken baby Jesus figurines has come in Mexico

It might cost more to repair them than to buy new ones. But baby Jesus figurines have such sentimental value in families that every January an area in downtown Mexico City is full of people with the broken religious sculptures looking for a workshop for hands, legs, nose, eyes, eyelashes or fingers.

Culture

2 hours ago Scissorhandz review – musical reanimates Burton classic with cuts from Radiohead and Aerosmith

Southwark Playhouse Elephant, London Jordan Kai Burnett impresses in a fun, heartfelt yet tonally uneven show, co-produced by Michelle VisageIn Tim Burton’s 1990 fairytale, you hear Edward Scissorhands before you see him, as Johnny Depp cowers in the shadows, metallic fingers clinking. But Jordan Kai Burnett, taking the lead role in this jukebox musical reinvention, is no wallflower. They storm the stage with the famous shears raised, imploring us to lift our hands and make some noise.Previously performed in Los Angeles, co-produced by Michelle Visage and ‘NSync’s Lance Bass, Scissorhandz lands in London like a fully fledged cult hit. Visage’s voiceover welcomes an audience of “beautiful weirdos” and treats us as a pre-existing fan club.At Southwark Playhouse Elephant, London, until 29 March Continue reading...

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12 hours ago Uniqlo's 'amazing' £13 handbag fits everything you could need for an 'entire holiday'

The compact but spacious £12.90 round shoulder bag can fit clothes and toiletries - and looks gorgeous with any outfit

Economics

2 hours ago DC plane crash widow reveals fateful choice that killed husband and saved her life

Natalya Gudin and her husband Alexandr Kirsanov coached two young figure skaters and had to decide who would accompany them to the National Development Camp for figure skating.

Events

19 hours ago Antiques Roadshow guest confesses plan to ‘be nice’ to his mum to get hands on ‘rare’ painting worth thousands

An Antiques Roadshow guest pulled a face as the true value of a neighbour’s gift was unveiled

Culture

5 hours ago BBC The Apprentice: What happened to Claude Littner and why was he replaced?

The Apprentice is set to return for its 19th series and fans are questioning the absence of Claude Littner as Lord Alan Sugar's right-hand man in the BBC boardroom

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3 hours ago Staffing at air traffic control tower ‘not normal’ during Washington plane crash, FAA report reveals

A single air traffic controller was handling an amount work typically assigned to two people when the crash occurred, the report says

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21 hours ago AP PHOTOS: Meat and greet: Historic London market counting down the years

Norman Gregory is an institution within an institution. He’s been working at the historic Smithfield wholesale meat market in central London since 1961, witnessing first hand the rapid transformation of the capital over the decades.

Culture

6 hours ago EastEnders' Natalie Cassidy announces departure from BBC soap after three decades

"After another 11 solid years back on The Square, I have decided it's time to move on to pastures new."

Politics

14 hours ago Dumfries and Galloway's arts sector handed massive £2million boost thanks to Creative Scotland

Dumfries and Galloway Arts Festival, Cample Line, Glenkens Community and Arts Trust, The Sove Network and Wigtown Festival Company will receive the funding over the next three years.

Economics

4 hours ago Washington plane crash: questions arise over understaffing at control tower

One controller reportedly handled arrivals and departures, and also helicopter traffic – a job usually done by two peopleWashington DC plane crash – latest updatesFirst confirmed victims include figure-skating championsA collision on Wednesday between an American Airlines jet and a US military helicopter near Washington DC killed all 67 people onboard both aircraft and sparked questions over whether understaffing in an air traffic control tower played a role in the United States’ worst aviation disaster in years.As it approached Reagan National airport around 9pm, American Eagle flight 5342 collided with a US army Black Hawk helicopter, plunging wreckage of the two aircraft into the icy Potomac River and killing all 64 passengers and crew on the plane, along with three soldiers on the helicopter. Continue reading...

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6 hours ago Tulsi Gabbard’s hopes of becoming Trump's director of national intelligence rest in the hands of two Republican senators

Analysis: Democrats grandstanded, but it might be the questioning of two Republican hawks that sinks Trump’s pick for Director of National Intelligence, Eric Garcia reports

Politics

14 hours ago Three Israelis and five Thai nationals freed in latest hostage release under ceasefire deal with Hamas – live

Israel will reportedly free 110 Palestinian prisoners in exchange Away from Gaza and Israel, Qatar’s Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani arrived on Thursday in Damascus, Syria, Al Jazeera reported, the first visit by a foreign head of state since Bashar al-Assad’s fall.The Israeli military said on Thursday that freed Israeli female soldier Agam Berger had been handed over to the army by the Red Cross after her release in Gaza by Hamas. Continue reading...

Economics

7 hours ago Tottenham XI vs Elfsborg: Starting lineup, confirmed team news, injury latest for Europa League

Spurs handed big boost amid ongoing injury crisis

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6 hours ago Andy Cohen responds to backlash over 'rude' interview questions about plastic surgery

‘Watch What Happens Live’ host is notorious for questioning his Real Housewives guests about their cosmetic procedures

Politics

16 hours ago LookFantastic shoppers who spend £50 can save more than £145 on Elemis, Laura Mercier and more

The Valentine's Day Edit from LookFantastic is worth an impressive £195, and includes full-size skincare and beauty must-haves from the likes of Elemis, Laura Mercier and Sol de Janeiro.

Economics

8 hours ago Conmen jailed for posing as police in 'cruel and wicked' phone scam which netted £416k in cash and jewels from elderly victims

Ringleader Faris Kayani, 30, and his two accomplices netted £416,000 by pretending to be police officers and asking their victims to hand over money so it could be 'checked'.

Events

6 hours ago Mikel Arteta 'prefers' two stars he wants Arsenal to sign ahead of Ollie Watkins

Arsenal had to go down their transfer pecking order before deciding to launch a bid for Aston Villa striker Ollie Watkins according to former Gunners midfielder Emmanuel Petit

Politics

24 hours ago Taxpayers fund new clothes and shoes for Channel crossing migrants worth £3,000 every day

The packs are handed out to men, women, and children to replace their seawater soaked clothing when they arrive in Dover after their dinghys have been intercepted by Border Force vessels.

Economics

8 hours ago Girls 'lied' about rape and abuse at hands of older Asian men for 'quick easy money', court told

A jury at Minshull Street Crown Court were told about interviews which police conducted with the accused

Events

8 hours ago French rugby needs some Dupont magic to blow away clouds of scandal | Andy Bull

Return of inspirational captain will make a difference on the pitch, but taint of player misconduct is hard to eraseAntoine Dupont doesn’t do many interviews. “I don’t necessarily like to talk about myself,” he has said, “to do yet another interview where I talk about what I’ve done, how I’ve played, and how my game has evolved; honestly, it tires me more than anything else these days.” But after France’s last grand slam, he did sit down to record a podcast with the entrepreneur Alexandre Mars, which ended with a game of word association. “Rugby?” Mars says. “Ball,” Dupont replies. “Toulouse?” “Rugby”; “Galthié?” “Glasses”; “Travel?” “Family”; “Idol?” “Michalak”; “France 2023?” “Victory”; “Paris 2024?” “Victory.”Three years later, Dupont has notched up one of those last two achievements. Last summer he led the French sevens team to victory in the Paris Olympics in – shut your eyes and picture it – one of the great seven-minute stretches of sport, with two tries and an assist as they...

Politics

8 hours ago Killer couple who scattered woman's body parts across UK park learn their fate in court

A double murderer will spend the rest of his life in prison after killing a woman and dismembering her in a park – this is the second time the man has faced a life sentence

Events

9 hours ago Kate Middleton fingerpaints with children from hospice during royal visit

Kate Middleton joked about her ‘huge’ handprint

Politics

8 hours ago Professor fuels conspiracy theories after blaming Trump for future plane crashes just HOURS before DC tragedy

Dr. Thomas F. Schaller, a political science professor, posted to X slamming Trump for his handling of airline safety the morning of the devastating crash.

Events

10 hours ago Cardiff looks to introduce tourism tax and may add premium on event days

It will be up to councils to decide whether to bring in the policy

Politics

8 hours ago ‘Real chance’ hostages being freed by Hamas could be hurt or killed, lawyers say

It comes after chaotic scenes at a hostage handover on Thursday.

Events

11 hours ago Three Israelis and five Thais freed from Gaza as Trump envoy meets hostages’ relatives

Handover delayed by jostling crowd in Khan Younis, Gaza, with Netanyahu suspending release of Palestinian prisoners• Middle East crisis – live updatesThree Israelis and five Thai citizens held in Gaza have been freed, as Donald Trump’s Middle East envoy met hostages’ relatives, reportedly telling them he was optimistic the ceasefire would hold to allow the return of all the living and the dead.The handover on Thursday of seven hostages in Khan Younis, southern Gaza, was delayed by a chaotic crowd surging towards the group, despite an escort of heavily armed militants, jostling and blocking their passage to waiting Red Cross vehicles. Continue reading...

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10 hours ago MAGA lawmaker wonders ‘did DEI play a role’ in the deadly DC plane crash

‘At this time, you hate to jump to any conclusions,’ Rep. Andy Ogles said before suggesting diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives could be to blame.

Events

11 hours ago Young figure skater saved from doomed American Airlines flight because his dog was too big to board

Jon Maravilla was set to be among the passengers on board Flight 5342, but said he was told he couldn't bring his dog onboard. He decided to take a car instead.

Politics

10 hours ago Twisted relationship of couple who left baby severely disabled after appalling abuse

After her partner Tom Kember inflicted catastrophic injuries on an eight-week-old baby, 'spineless' Katherine Reilly decided to stick by her 'monstrous' partner, even shielding him as he sought to conceal his abuse

Events

13 hours ago Andy Robertson's Liverpool problem clear as finger pointed at teammate

Andy Robertson has endured a difficult season for Liverpool despite Arne Slot's success, with club chiefs thought to be looking for a successor to the Scotland captain

Politics

11 hours ago One final act of terror for hostages: Hamas thugs push freed Israeli captives including 80

Gadi Moses, 80, and Arbel Yehud, 29, were handed over to the Red Cross Thursday, along with five Thai hostages, following over a year spent in captivity.

Events

13 hours ago Andy Murray’s former coach shares what he ‘didn’t like’ about Emma Raducanu

Emma Raducanu only managed to reach the round of 32 at the Australian Open with the 22-year-old having been some given some advice by Andy Murray’s former coach Mark Petchey

Politics

12 hours ago Israel delays freeing of Palestinian prisoners after chaotic scenes during Gaza hostage release – live

Israel is due to free 110 Palestinian prisoners later todayAway from Gaza and Israel, Qatar’s Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani arrived on Thursday in Damascus, Syria, Al Jazeera reported, the first visit by a foreign head of state since Bashar al-Assad’s fall.The Israeli military said on Thursday that freed Israeli female soldier Agam Berger had been handed over to the army by the Red Cross after her release in Gaza by Hamas. Continue reading...

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14 hours ago 'I was a Jehovah's Witness and was cut off by my family for TK Maxx lover'

Madison Wilford, from Wales, spent 50 hours per month knocking on doors and handing out leaflets and says that people would use a hose pipe to chase her away

Politics

13 hours ago Bishop of Liverpool resigns after two women made allegations of sexual assault and harassment against him

The Right Reverend Dr John Perumbalath said he had decided to retire without any admission of fault or liability, but to avoid the issue being 'a distraction'.

Events

15 hours ago Trump unleashed chaos by freezing and unfreezing $3tn in federal grants and loans. Why? | Robert Reich

These new initiatives are not about shrinking the size of the federal government. They’re about centralizing control in Trump’s handsChaos on a huge scale.On Wednesday, Trump rescinded an order he had made late on Monday night that froze up to $3tn in federal grants and loans.Robert Reich, a former US secretary of labor, is a professor of public policy at the University of California, Berkeley, and the author of Saving Capitalism: For the Many, Not the Few and The Common Good. His newest book, The System: Who Rigged It, How We Fix It, is out now. He is a Guardian US columnist. His newsletter is at robertreich.substack.com Continue reading...

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13 hours ago Hamas releases 8 prisoners but Israel postpones Palestinian exchange due to 'scenes of chaos'

Hamas has handed over a total of eight hostages today

Events

16 hours ago Aggressive Dogs: Here are the 10 breeds of dog most likely to demonstrate aggression

These breeds can still make great pets but will need to be firmly handled so that their natural aggression doesn’t get out of control.

Politics

14 hours ago Castore: Sportswear firm bidding to be UK's answer to Nike target future on London Stock Exchange

The clothing brand is valued at around £950m and Andy Murray is a shareholder

Events

16 hours ago Jurgen Klopp's role in Arne Slot's discovery of his 'new' Liverpool midfielder

Arne Slot handed James McConnell an opportunity in the Champions League and was so impressed he's changed his transfer plans - with Jurgen Klopp handing the midfielder his debut last term

Politics

14 hours ago Dad who ran over toddler son tells court 'I shouldn't have to do this...it's not f***ing fair'

The dad insisted he would "check profusely" for blind spots whilst using the tele handler because he knew it was missing a wing mirror, but claims he did not see his son.

Events

18 hours ago Don’t look back: after decades of apathy, A Complete Unknown has turned me into a Dylan nut | Laura Snapes

I went into the cinema without expectation, I left feeling like a besotted teenager and have listened to little other music sinceThe bookshop in the town where I used to live had a world-beating second-hand selection. The music section alone was so bounteous that there was a second shelf dedicated solely to books about Bob Dylan. One of them provided an inadvertent punchline to the six-foot display, proclaiming: Why Dylan Matters. Thank god, someone said it!I have cared about music for about 30 years and been a working music journalist for more than half of that time. You can’t avoid the fact that Dylan matters, yet I had always remained Dylan-agnostic. No one in my family is a fan. I saw I’m Not There when it came out, aged 18, and didn’t really get it. On an interminable van journey from Cornwall to Edinburgh, friends played a CD of his greatest hits, but it left no lasting impression. As a teenager I found his music sounded dusty in the way that old records often do when you’re r...

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14 hours ago BT cutting thousands of jobs in ongoing revamp as revenues hit by weaker trading

The telecoms giant reported a 3% drop in revenues to £5.2bn in its third quarter to the end of December as tough trading outside the UK and lower handset sales hit the group

Events

20 hours ago Aston Villa star hands out 'goodbye gifts' as Arsenal plot second Ollie Watkins bid

Aston Villa are set for a busy end to the January transfer window, with Arsenal set to lodge a second bid for Ollie Watkins and Jhon Duran expected to join Al-Nassr

Politics

16 hours ago 'Now we can breathe again': Hamas hand over Israeli soldier as more hostages released

It is the third exchange of Israeli hostages and Palestinian prisoners since a ceasefire was agreed nearly a fortnight ago

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