68 minutes ago ‘I was trying to explode the idea of beauty’: Coralie Fargeat on The Substance, women and Hollywood

Her gruesome horror has won her an Oscar nomination – and given its star Demi Moore’s career new life. But did taking down the patriarchy have to be so gory?Coralie Fargeat is based in Paris, but is in London for the Oscar nominations – the film she wrote and directed, The Substance, has been nominated for best picture, best director, best original screenplay, best actress (for Demi Moore) and best makeup (the prosthetics are really something). It’s the same story with the Baftas (minus best film), and Moore, of course, has already won the Golden Globe for her role. She accepted it with the memorable line, “Thirty years ago, I had a producer tell me that I was a ‘popcorn actress’ ”Fargeat is all smiles in the office of her production company in central London. There’s a big plate of salami – she loves salami (I love salami!). I suppose I expected her to be more austere, but that’s the patriarchy for you: you can’t even make feminist body-horror without people expecting you to frown....

Politics

98 minutes ago Glasgow City Council urges empty home owners to sell up or rent them out

SNP councillor Ruairi Kelly has encouraged the owners of more than 2,500 vacant properties to use council support to bring homes back into use.

Society

67 minutes ago AstraZeneca rejected close to £80mn in state support for cancelled Speke factory

UK’s most valuable listed company raised NHS rejection of its new breast cancer drug and the drug pricing mechanism during negotiations

Economics

8 hours ago On me egg! Football fan stuns fellow supporters as he watches matches with his nappy

Football fans have been known to steal the show at matches but photographers were left stunned when they caught sight of a duck who appeared in the crowd at a Scottish football match.

Sport

88 minutes ago Grammys 2025: Viewers emotional after seeing montage of devastation from LA wildfires

The event chose to support local wildfire relief efforts and raise funds

Events

10 hours ago Zoe Saldana turns heads in a lace corset dress as she joins fellow actresses Mikey Madison, Marisa Abela and America Ferrera at the Critics Circle Film Awards in London

The American actress, 25, looked out of this world in a satin thigh-high split gown, adorned with a huge bow.

Culture

28 hours ago Doctors said Trey, 11, just had a stomach bug. Now the schoolboy is in a coma fighting for his life and a heart transplant is his only hope...

It was the type of upsetting yet commonplace problem most parents face from time to time. Early last month, the Taylor family were on their way home from a meal out when Trey, 11, began feeling sick.

Science

13 hours ago Love Island star smashes car into London bus with baby daughter in passenger seat

Love Island star Shaughna Phillips has updated fans after she and young daughter Lucia were involved in a terrifying collision with a double-decker bus in London

Transport

73 minutes ago Scotland needs to rethink its planning framework to tackle housing emergency

Scotland needs more homes – but developers need to be supported, writes Ursula Currie

Politics

13 hours ago Wealthy homeowners on billionaires row blast council over state of street full of rubbish

Once home to the likes of Justin Bieber and the super-rich Sultan of Brunei, The Bishops Avenue, London 's most expensive road, garnered the nickname 'Billionaires Row'.

Society

3 hours ago UK county is the cheapest in the country with £140k homes and lower bills

With average house prices more than half of London, and private renting costing just £650 per month, there's no wonder this history-filled city has been crowned of the cheapest in the UK

Economics

10 hours ago John Stones offers Man City apology and reveals what was 'unacceptable' in Arsenal battering

Manchester City crashed to defeat against Arsenal and a disappointed John Stones offered an apology to supporters as he reacted to a devastating loss at the Emirates Stadium

Sport

1 hour ago Singer Joy Villa defends Trump's controversial immigration policies on the red carpet at Grammy Awards 2025

Villa, 38, said she was in support of the deportations ordered by Trump and enacted by authorities over the past week, amid widespread protests.

Events

11 hours ago ‘The Brutalist’ Takes Top Honor at London Critics’ Circle Film Awards, Zoe Saldaña Wins Best Supporting Actress for ‘Emilia Pérez’

‘The Brutalist’ Takes Top Honor at London Critics’ Circle Film Awards, Zoe Saldaña Wins Best Supporting Actress for ‘Emilia Pérez’  Variety

Culture

2 hours ago Trump says he is cutting off funding to South Africa over land confiscations

Government of South African President Cyril Ramaphosa is ‘treating certain classes of people very badly’, Trump claims as he demands ‘full investigation’ of situationUS President Donald Trump has asserted South Africa is “confiscating” land and “treating certain classes of people very badly” as he announced he was cutting off all future funding to the country pending an investigation.The land issue in South Africa has long been divisive, with efforts to redress the inequality of white-rule drawing criticism from conservatives including Elon Musk, the world’s wealthiest person, who was born in South Africa and is a powerful Trump adviser. Continue reading...

Politics

20 hours ago Meet the 'devious' Zoom tutor accused of gaslighting doting parents and a young blind woman to pocket thousands of pounds... as 'victims' across Britain demand help

EXCLUSIVE: 'Scumbag' Louise Handley, 51, (pictured) from Derby, has been accused of taking doting parents' hard-earned money over a period of around ten years.

Society

17 hours ago Peter Kay’s staggering net worth after raking in £27million in one year

Peter Kay has been named as having one of the most successful tours in the world after his Better Late Than Never string of dates raked in a total of nearly £27million

Economics

11 hours ago Claire Sweeney throws her support behind one 'brilliant' Dancing On Ice competitor who she claims is already performing routines worthy of the final

The actress, 53, who is no stranger to the rink and was eliminated third during last year's series.

Sport

2 hours ago Mum says she's 'lucky to be alive' after heartburn led to cancer discovery

Rachel, a nurse, initially thought her symptoms were harmless

Events

11 hours ago Mikey Madison exudes glamour in a backless red dress as she joins fellow actresses Marisa Abela and America Ferrera at the Critics Circle Film Awards in London

The American actress, 25, looked out of this world in a satin thigh-high split gown, adorned with a huge bow.

Culture

2 hours ago Trump says he is cutting off funding to South Africa over land ‘confiscations’

Government of South African President Cyril Ramaphosa is ‘treating certain classes of people very badly’, Trump claims as he demands ‘full investigation’ of situationUS President Donald Trump has asserted South Africa is “confiscating” land and “treating certain classes of people very badly” as he announced he was cutting off all future funding to the country pending an investigation.The land issue in South Africa has long been divisive, with efforts to redress the inequality of white-rule drawing criticism from conservatives including Elon Musk, the world’s wealthiest person, who was born in South Africa and is a powerful Trump adviser. Continue reading...

Politics

20 hours ago The 'most expensive' gypsy wedding ever: Traveller bride, 21, ties the knot at the Dorchester with 350 guests, 3 dresses, bible verse party favours...and a bill of up to £250,000 for her parents

Guests were left in awe after attending a wedding - held at the posh Dorchester Hotel in London , where weddings can start from £10,000 - and comparing the bride and groom to 'royalty'.

Society

20 hours ago Moment customers surge around Barclays' cash machines for 'free money' as IT chaos continues into third day

This is the moment customers surged around Barclays' cash machines in London because of an IT glitch that has also left millions struggling with online banking services.

Economics

12 hours ago Inside Liverpool stars’ night out in London’s West End as players celebrate extending title advantage at sw...

Inside Liverpool stars’ night out in London’s West End as players celebrate extending title advantage at sw...  The Sun

Sport

2 hours ago Bianca Censori's Australian family show support for her shock nude Grammys stunt after she and Kanye West are 'asked to leave' event

Bianca Censori sparked worldwide outrage as she went completely naked at the 2025 Grammys on Sunday, alongside covered-up husband Kanye West .

Events

2 hours ago Aurora to Participate in Digital Assets Forum in London on February 3rd

Aurora to Participate in Digital Assets Forum in London on February 3rd  TradingView

Politics

28 hours ago SARAH VINE: Kate's 'very happy' childhood has given her the grounding to withstand the vicissitudes of Royal life. That's why she's perfect to help improve Britain's early years parenting

A new survey by a charity working to improve early-years development has revealed that 24 per cent of parents do not consider toilet training a necessary skill before their child starts primary school.

Society

22 hours ago Chelsea set to sign French wonderkid Eli Junior Kroupi after beating London rivals to £30m transfer...

Chelsea set to sign French wonderkid Eli Junior Kroupi after beating London rivals to £30m transfer...  The Sun

Economics

15 hours ago Stina Blackstenius gives Arsenal edge over Manchester City in WSL thriller

Both teams knew this was a win or bust moment for their already fading title hopes and, in that spirit, they served up a breathless seven-goal thriller. It was the visitors, Arsenal, who came out on top to surely confine the remainder of Manchester City’s Women’s Super League campaign to merely a battle for European qualification.City’s fourth defeat in their past six WSL games was another engrossing but mistake filled match that will be hugely damaging for their hopes of domestic success. On the overall share of the chances, Arsenal probably deserved to edge an end-to-end contest. Continue reading...

Sport

2 hours ago Taylor Swift sends risqué message in red to Travis Kelce as they're forced apart at the 2025 Grammy Awards

Taylor Swift sent temperatures soaring in a sizzling red Vivienne Westwood dress that appeared to contain a message for boyfriend Travis Kelce at the 2025 Grammy Awards.

Events

3 hours ago Grammys host Trevor Noah criticized for joke about Colombians amid immigration crackdown

South African comedian joked: ‘Shakira is here. The greatest thing out of Colombia that isn’t a Class A felony’

Politics

25 hours ago Sanctioned Russian billionaire files London bankruptcy petition against former associate

Andrey Guryev brings action against Alexander Gorbachev over legal costs stemming from High Court dispute

Economics

19 hours ago Big mouth Bayern Munich legends name Celtic as EASIEST Champions League draw before rivals hand Rodgers blueprint for success

Lothar Matthaus isn't having the Scottish champions as a serious threat to the Harry Kane and Co before their knockout stage clash

Sport

4 hours ago British student, 21, survives capsizing and multiple injuries to become first woman

Zara Lachlan, 21, from Cambridge, set off from Lagos on the Portuguese Algarve on October 27 last year and 97 days later reached French Guiana after a 3,600 nautical-mile journey.

Events

3 hours ago October London & Tamar Braxton Announce “The October Nights: Calling All Lovers” Tour

October London & Tamar Braxton Announce “The October Nights: Calling All Lovers” Tour  That Eric Alper

Politics

28 hours ago Has Starmer struck a murky deal with the Chinese to let them build a £750million mega

The fortified Royal Mint complex in East London resembled the set of a B-grade horror movie as it was lashed last week by the gusting winds and torrential rain of Storm Herminia.

Economics

25 hours ago West Ham boss Graham Potter finally gives his verdict on Chelsea sacking

Graham Potter heads back to Stamford Bridge on Monday night with West Ham and the former head coach says he still feels thankful for the opportunity in West London

Sport

6 hours ago Following Rescue Mission From Remote Island: Fathers 'Hatch' 33 Froglets in London Zoo

Following Rescue Mission From Remote Island: Fathers 'Hatch' 33 Froglets in London Zoo  Haaretz

Events

3 hours ago Tajikistan’s Somon Air Buys 2 Boeing 737 MAX 8s & Mulls Direct London Flights

Tajikistan’s Somon Air Buys 2 Boeing 737 MAX 8s & Mulls Direct London Flights  Simple Flying

Politics

7 hours ago Secret WWII tunnels discovered beneath London to open to public revealing eerie wartime underworld

Secret WWII tunnels discovered beneath London to open to public revealing eerie wartime underworld  NewsBreak

Events

3 hours ago REVEALED: Where Kyle Walker's wife Annie REALLY was as he made his debut for AC Milan

The right-back, who is on loan to the Italian team from Manchester City, was named in Sérgio Conceição's starting eleven for their 1-1 draw with arch rivals Inter at the San Siro on Sunday night.

Politics

7 hours ago Girl, 11, killed in Philadelphia air ambulance crash after vital treatment pictured

Valentina Guzman Murillo, 11, and her mother Lizeth Murillo Ozuna, 31, from Mexico, were named as the parent and child who died in the shock Philadelphia crash which killed seven

Events

4 hours ago North Korea slams Rubio for calling it 'rogue' state in 1st direct criticism of new Trump government

North Korea has lashed out at U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio for calling it a “rogue” state and warned that such remarks will never contribute to U.S. interests

Politics

8 hours ago Chelsea strike transfer agreement as release clause set with deadline day medical booked

Chelsea strike transfer agreement as release clause set with deadline day medical booked  Football.London

Events

5 hours ago Hadestown Proshot to Be Filmed in London With Original Broadway Stars for Future Release

Hadestown Proshot to Be Filmed in London With Original Broadway Stars for Future Release  TheaterMania.com

Politics

9 hours ago Mum of sisters killed in park says 'we need to do something' about toxic masculinity

Mina Smallman, mother of Bibaa Henry and Nicole Smallman, has called for action to tackle violent misogyny

Events

6 hours ago Student completes Europe to South America solo row after 97 days at sea

‘Obviously it feels nice to be done,’ said Zara Lachlan.

Politics

9 hours ago ITV Dancing on Ice fans rush to praise Coronation Street star after 'stumble' amid 'horrific' injury

Fans of Dancing on Ice were quick to show support to one star who revealed their injury

Events

6 hours ago Charli XCX scoops early success at 2025 Grammys ahead of main ceremony

Sabrina Carpenter, Kendrick Lamar and Beyonce were also early winners at the premiere ceremony - which took place ahead of the main 2025 Grammy Awards in Los Angeles on Sunday night

Politics

9 hours ago Two suffer smoke inhalation trying to save pets from New London, Minnesota, fire

Two suffer smoke inhalation trying to save pets from New London, Minnesota, fire  West Central Tribune

Events

7 hours ago Inside Billionaire's Row hell where street filled with rubbish and mansions left empty and decaying

Previously dubbed as the most expensive street in London, Billionaire's Row is now almost unrecognisable, resembling a 'building site' after a whole host of construction and litter

Politics

10 hours ago Urgent search for missing vulnerable autistic woman last seen leaving West End theatre

Aziza Daley went missing the day before her 37 birthday

Events

8 hours ago Zoe Saldana is honoured with TWO trophies as she leads the winners alongside Daniel Craig and Mikey Madison at the star

The American actress, 46, beamed following her acceptance speeches as she took to the red carpet alongside fellow winners Daniel Craig, 56, and Mikey Madison, 25.

Politics

10 hours ago 45th London Critics’ Circle Film Awards: ‘The Brutalist’ Named Film of the Year, ‘Nicke...

45th London Critics’ Circle Film Awards: ‘The Brutalist’ Named Film of the Year, ‘Nicke...  AwardsWatch

Events

8 hours ago West Ham XI vs Chelsea: Confirmed team news, predicted lineup and injury latest for Premier League

Hammers hoping to welcome back key forwards for trip across London

Politics

11 hours ago Daniel Craig cuts a suave figure in a brown suit and quirky glasses as he's honoured at London Critics Circle Film Awards

The actor, 56, oozed confidence as he hit the red carpet ahead of him receiving the much coveted Dilys Powell Award for Excellence in Film.

Events

9 hours ago Erling Haaland's full time gesture issues brutal reminder to Arsenal as Man City star sends message

Manchester City striker Erling Haaland was on hand to send a reminder to Arsenal supporters

Politics

13 hours ago Tributes paid to boy and girl killed in 'hit and run' as community mourns the tragedy

A young girl and a boy were involved in a car collision in Pitsea, south Essex, at around 6.25pm on Saturday, with the car failing to stop, police said.

Events

9 hours ago OnlyFans probe reveals how parents have been 'sent explicit images of their daughters'

The OnlyFans Files reveals the grim underbelly of the £5bn a year site - experts tell us about the risks run by those who rely on the adult content site for income

Politics

13 hours ago Man, 27, charged with attempted murder after three police officers injured outside police station

Alexander Dighton, 27, will appear before Merthyr Magistrates' Court on Monday morning following the alleged incident at Talbot Green police station in South Wales

Events

10 hours ago A Leap of Hope: Endangered Frogs First Seen by Charles Darwin Give Birth in London to Help Avoid Extinction

A Leap of Hope: Endangered Frogs First Seen by Charles Darwin Give Birth in London to Help Avoid Extinction  Good News Network

Politics

13 hours ago Rishi Sunak speaks with Jos Buttler ahead of England's dead rubber Twenty20 cricket match against India as former PM enjoys day out with his family in Mumbai

The former Prime Minister is an avid cricket fan and appeared to be in his element rubbing shoulders with cricketing stars from India and England.

Events

10 hours ago Erling Haaland's dad savagely slams Arsenal after Man City star mocked in 5

Erling Haaland was mocked by Arsenal supporters and players during Manchester City's 5-1 defeat at the Emirates Stadium, with the striker's father Alfie hitting back

Politics

14 hours ago Squid Game actor dies just three months after being diagnosed with cancer

The actress died today at her family home in Uijeongbu, South Korea just three months after being diagnosed with stomach cancer, according to a national newspaper.

Events