80 minutes ago Why some people are spending the holidays sans family: ‘My friends are more fun than my relatives’

Not everyone can – or wants to – celebrate with family. Some choose traditions with friends and neighbors insteadThe holidays are often thought of as a time for family – a time to pack bags and hop on trains, planes and automobiles to go see people with whom you share DNA.But for some, this might not be possible, or particularly desirable. Some live far from their biological families. Others are not particularly close, or have fraught relationships. This can be challenging, but it can also be an opportunity to build new traditions with friends and neighbors. Continue reading...

Politics

80 minutes ago England footballer Lucy Bronze sparks heated row over equal pay as she claims '99.9 per cent' of female players 'can't afford' to retire and live off their earnings

The England footballer and Chelsea player told Sky News that 99.9 per cent of female players couldn't afford to retire and live off their earnings.

Sport

81 minutes ago Average Livespan of Dogs: Here are the 10 breeds of adorable dog who live shortest and longest

With puppy ownership continuing to soar, here are the dog breeds that are least likely to live long lives, and those that – sadly – won’t be around for as long.

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85 minutes ago Average Dog Lifespans: This is how long you can expect 17 of the most popular breeds of adorable dog live for

New research has revealed the dog breeds most likely to live long lives, and those who will sadly have less time.

Politics

1 hour ago Shark's Boxing Day sale is live now with big discounts on vacuum cleaners and robo

Shark has kicked off its Boxing Day sale early by slashing the price of a range of vacuum cleaners and robovacs to suit all needs and budgets

Politics

1 hour ago Ethics report finds ‘substantial evidence’ Matt Gaetz violated statutory rape law: Live updates

Gaetz stands accused of buying and using illegal drugs, including from his office on Capitol Hill, according to the report

Society

2 hours ago Tom Hanks sparks health concerns after shaky Saturday Night Live appearance

‘Forrest Gump’ star made a surprise ‘SNL’ appearance to induct host Martin Short into the show’s five-timers club

Society

2 hours ago Live updates as traffic bedlam in Wales' towns and cities as last minute shoppers flood the streets

One of the worst-hit areas is the A4232 near Cardiff, where a crash has taken place

Events

2 hours ago Jason Manford breaks silence after panto performance stopped for 'medical emergency'

Actor Jason Manford's live Cinderella panto was paused for 45 minutes on Saturday after a scary situation resulted in paramedics attending the scene

Politics

2 hours ago Matt Gaetz sues Ethics Committee to block report on sex and drugs allegations: Live updates

Gaetz stands accused of violating Florida’s statutory rape laws, among others, report finds

Events