2 hours ago Storm Bert claims three motorists' lives with two crashes and one crushed by a tree: Airports close and 16

Earlier, a 34-year-old man in Shipley, West Yorkshire, was killed when his blue Renault Capture smashed into a wall in icy conditions.

Events

2 hours ago Donald Trump ally warns Keir Starmer the US will ‘crush’ the UK economy if it helps arrest Benjamin Netanyahu

Senator Lindsey Graham hit out at US allies warning they should not comply with the warrant for the Israeli leader issued by the ICC

Events

2 hours ago Women and LGBTQ+ people take up guns after Trump’s win: ‘We need to protect ourselves’

National gun clubs field an influx of newcomers interested in learning how to shoot firearms for self-defenseThe misogyny and anti-trans rhetoric that were hallmarks of the 2024 election campaign have seemingly ramped up since Donald Trump’s win, prompting some women, queer and trans people to respond by buying guns – and learning how to defend themselves from potential attackers.The Guardian spoke to various Americans from marginalized groups taking firearms classes, arming themselves with stun guns and pepper spray and taking their friends shooting in an effort to protect themselves from bigots they fear will be emboldened by the president-elect’s return to power. A few left-leaning gun clubs say their numbers are increasing dramatically. Continue reading...

Politics

2 hours ago Victoria Beckham finally reveals heartbreaking reason she never smiles in photos

Victoria Beckham has opened up about why she always struggled to smile in photos over the years as she confesses the crushing reason

Politics

2 hours ago People finally discover hidden hot water bottle symbol – and it could be 'risky'

A little-known symbol on your hot water bottle could reveal whether it's safe to use - and the expert shared a way to make sure you're not putting yourself in danger

Events

2 hours ago Mother rents theater for Wicked screening – but bans her children due to ‘no singing’ rule

Both movie-goers and theaters are enforcing strict no-singing policies at ‘Wicked’ screenings across the country

Society

3 hours ago Makeup, floss and hair dye use in pregnancy leads to more PFAS in breast milk – study

‘Forever chemicals’ pose health threat to developing children and linked with preterm birth, shorter lactationHigher usage of personal care products among pregnant or nursing women leads to higher levels of toxic PFAS “forever chemicals” in their blood and breast milk, new research shows, presenting a serious health threat to developing children.The new study helps connect the dots among previous papers that have found concerning levels of PFAS in personal care products, umbilical cord blood, breast milk and shown health risks for developing children. Continue reading...

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3 hours ago Scientists reveal mysterious Mars find could show that aliens BATHED in hot springs on the planet 4.5 billion years ago

Scientists believe a mysterious black rock found on Mars could suggest aliens bathed in hot springs on the planet billions of years ago. 

Science

3 hours ago I'm A Celeb's GK Barry 'breaks' show rule with hidden message to girlfriend

I'm A Celeb star GK Barry has kept her relationship with Ipswich Town footballer Ella Rutherford relatively private, but now fans think she's found a way to send a message to her girlfriend

Politics

4 hours ago BBC Strictly Come Dancing's Pete Wicks sends fans into frenzy as everyone says same thing

Strictly Come Dancing's Pete Wicks raised eyebrows and sent his fans into a tailspin recently but some believe the furore may backfire for the reality TV star if it continues

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