71 minutes ago US lawmakers urge Biden to pardon Assange to send ‘clear message’ on media freedom

Exclusive: James McGovern and Thomas Massie warn US president they are ‘deeply concerned’ the Wikileaks founder’s plea deal sets worrying precedentFollow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastPresident Joe Biden has been urged to pardon Julian Assange by two US congressmen who warn they are “deeply concerned” the Wikileaks founder’s guilty plea deal sets a precedent for prosecuting journalists and whistleblowers with espionage offences.James McGovern, a progressive Democrat from Massachusetts, and Thomas Massie, a libertarian Republican from Kentucky, wrote to the president with the bipartisan request to pardon the Australian publisher earlier in November. Continue reading...

Politics

88 minutes ago BBC star 'thrilled' to return to presenting role after heartbreaking cancer diagnosis

A familiar face on The One Show has opened up about feeling "thrilled" to be making their return to the iconic sofa, just days after revealing they'd received the "all-clear"

Science

1 hour ago World Chess Championship: Ding Liren leads Gukesh Dommaraju after Game 2 draw

Champion fended off by challenger’s stiff defenceDing leads 1.5-0.5 with up to 12 classical games remainingDing Liren was unable to stretch his World Chess Championship lead as Game 2 against Gukesh Dommaraju petered out to a 23-move draw in Singapore.Following victory in Game 1 for Ding, the defending champion, the scores now sit at Ding 1.5-0.5 Gukesh with up to 12 classical games remaining. Continue reading...

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2 hours ago Waitrose reveals the identity of the mystery 'dessert thief' as it unveils part two of its Christmas advert

After weeks of pondering the puzzling conundrum - who stole the No1 Red Velvet Bauble Dessert - the British retailer have finally released the identity of the sweet treat stealer today.

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2 hours ago Davina McCall's partner confirms when presenter will return to work following brain surgery

Davina McCall's boyfriend Michael Douglas has given fans an update on the presenter's health after she underwent surgery to remove a brain tumour earlier this month

Economics

2 hours ago Waitrose Christmas advert thief finally unveiled as part two of Matthew Macfadyen whodunit drops

The second instalment of the Waitrose Christmas advert has finally been released, and it shows the identity of the thief who stole the No.1 Red Velvet Bauble Dessert

Politics

2 hours ago Davina McCall's boyfriend confirms her return to work date following brain surgery

Michael Douglas has revealed that following the six hour long procedure on Davina's brain she is already planning a return to TV screens.

Economics

2 hours ago Emmerdale fans all have the same complaint as Tom King goes 'beyond abuse' on ITV show

Emmerdale viewers were left feeling "sick" after Tom King took his abuse to a whole new level

Events

2 hours ago Lauren Laverne ‘thrilled’ to return to BBC’s The One Show after cancer diagnosis

The 46-year-old revealed her cancer diagnosis in August.

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3 hours ago EastEnders tragic death 'sealed' in Cindy Beale twist after shock discovery

Walford celebrated the wedding of George Knight and Elaine Peacock on Tuesday but while the happy pair celebrated, one wedding guest's body remained lifeless after taking a tumble

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