54 m. ago Traitors star Jonny Holloway reveals new details in Charlotte Chilton

Traitors star Jonny Holloway has disclosed new details in the Charlotte Chilton-Conor Maynard paternity scandal.

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55 m. ago ‘He keeps a clear head’: how Slot’s last slump offers blueprint for Liverpool revival

Coach’s assistant in tough time at Feyenoord sees parallels with issues his former boss needs to deal with at AnfieldJust over five weeks after Arne Slot’s Feyenoord had lost a tight Conference League final by a goal to Roma in 2022, they suffered a 7-0 home defeat by Copenhagen in their first pre-season friendly. Some of the Dutch club’s internationals were on holiday, seven of their starters from the final would leave that summer and Copenhagen were well ahead in preparations, but even so, the scoreline was bruising. It felt as if Slot had to start all over again.“I can remember it like yesterday,” says Marino Pusic, Slot’s assistant at Feyenoord and earlier at AZ. “The score could have been even higher – that says enough.” Copenhagen’s then coach, Jess Thorup, described it as more akin to “a training session than an actual friendly match”. Two weeks later a stronger Feyenoord side lost 4-0 to the Belgian club Union Saint-Gilloise. Then came home defeats by Lyon and Osasuna. Conti...

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1 hour ago Strictly Come Dancing stars in Blackpool ahead of crunch show tomorrow night

Strictly's Blackpool Week is almost here again and some of the programme's biggest stars have been spotted arriving ahead of the much-anticipated heat at the world-famous Tower Ballroom

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1 hour ago Mum of schoolgirl, 11, who died in suspected drug overdose pays tribute to 'my baby girl'

"Her laughter, her kindness, and the way she could make any day brighter will be remembered always," says heartbroken mum of Olivia Curley, who sadly passed away earlier this week

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1 hour ago I'm A Celeb star Martin Kemp's wife explains why she didn't want him to be James Bond

Martin Kemp surprised his I'm A Celeb campmates this week when he revealed he was up to play James Bond when he was younger, but he eventually lost out to Pierce Brosnan

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2 h. ago What we know about the weather in Greater Manchester over the weekend

Yellow weather warnings have been in place today with more wet weather set to batter Greater Manchester

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2 h. ago Cop30 delegates ‘far apart’ on phasing out fossil fuels and cutting carbon

President of talks urges ministers and high-ranking officials to find common ground as conference nears its endCop30 live – latest updatesClimate crisis talks look likely to stretch well into the weekend in Brazil, with countries still far apart on the crucial issues of phasing out fossil fuels and cutting carbon.The Cop30 president, André Corrêa do Lago, urged ministers and high-ranking officials from more than 190 countries to find common ground: “We need to preserve this regime [of the Paris climate agreement] with the spirit of cooperation, not in the spirit of who is going to win or is willing to lose’” he said. “Because we know if we don’t strengthen this, everyone will lose.” Continue reading...

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2 h. ago The Guardian view on authentic casting in Wicked: finally a true celebration of difference | Editorial

The wider TV and film industries have a long way to go in including disabled actors and creators, and leaving stereotypes behindWhile the entertainment industry has been at pains to address issues of diversity in race, gender and sexuality, disability remains shockingly underrepresented. It’s not just that disabled actors are discounted for many roles. As actors and activists have pointed out, “blacking up” might have become taboo, but “cripping up” is still a shoo-in for awards. In almost 100 years, only three disabled actors have won an Oscar, compared to 25 able-bodied actors who have won for playing disabled characters.The arrival this weekend of Wicked: For Good, the second part of a prequel story to The Wizard of Oz, has put the importance of authentic casting in the spotlight once more. The story of green-skinned witch Elphaba, and the prejudice she faces, Wicked is a celebration of difference. Yet since the hit musical opened in 2003, only able-bodied actors had played the p...

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2 h. ago Luxury lodge that perfect for a holiday in the Lakes & the Dales

THE Lake District or the Yorkshire Dales? It’s a common conundrum for me when arranging a holiday down south during the school break. But in the October week our family discovered the perfect solution, in an idyllic log cabin that served as the ideal gateway to both. The Lodges at Artlegarth are nestled in seven...

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2 h. ago Brits warned over Spain snowstorm as tourist hotspots hit with 10

Spain is set to see dangerous wintry conditions across the country this week with a series of fresh weather warnings being put in place

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2 h. ago Vote for competent leaders, not entertainers – that’s what I wish the Covid report could say | Devi Sridhar

To prevent a future pandemic we’d need agile leadership, smart decision-making, humility and trustworthiness. How does one build those into a political system?It feels as though a collective amnesia has set in around Covid-19. We all just want to move forward and pretend it didn’t happen. But, as the saying goes, those who don’t learn from history are doomed to repeat it.On 20 April 2020 I tweeted, “At what point will the British public realise what has happened over the past 9 weeks?” On Thursday, the Covid inquiry published its module 2 report on the political response to the pandemic. The answer finally to my tweet, more than five years later.Prof Devi Sridhar is chair of global public health at the University of EdinburghFit Forever: Wellness for midlife and beyond On Wednesday 28 January 2026, join Annie Kelly, Devi Sridhar, Joel Snape and Mariella Frostrup, as they discuss how to enjoy longer and healthier lives, with expert advice and practical tips. Book tickets here or at g...

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2 h. ago BBC board member Shumeet Banerji resigns over 'governance issues' after Trump row

The BBC has been thrown into more chaos with another high profile resignation following the aftermath of Donald Trump editing row that saw departures of Tim Davie and Deborah Turness

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2 h. ago Keir Starmer insists it's 'important politicians stick to word' in Budget grilling

Keir Starmer has insisted it is 'important that politicians stick to their word' as he was grilled on possible taxes hitting working people at next week's Budget

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2 h. ago People left raging after flocking to festive market at one of the UK’s most iconic spots – just to discover it’s a scam

CHRISTMAS shoppers been left baffled after going to Buckingham Palace to visit its ''first ever'' festive market - just to discover it doesn't exist. Images circulating online had promised a festive attraction with market stalls, a gorgeous Christmas tree and fairy lights in front of the iconic UK spot. But after flocking to the Palace this week, eager Christmas...

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2 h. ago She has won an Oscar, worked with Johnny Depp and was married to Nicolas Cage, who is she?

This Hollywood star was unrecognizable when making a new movie in New Jersey this week with a former family member. With long wavy dark hair, almost no makeup, she is a 180 from her usual look.

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3 h. ago The One Show's Alex Jones reflects on Jermaine Jenas' sexting scandal

Alex, 48, and Jermaine, 42, worked together on the popular BBC weeknight show from 2020 to 2024

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3 h. ago Anthony Yarde will ‘shock world’ with massive David Benavidez upset, coach insists

Tight-knit duo Tunde Ajayi and Yarde are trying to make it third time lucky on Saturday

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3 h. ago Premier League news: Palmer breaks toe in freak home mishap and Iraola unfazed by Semenyo links

Around the Premier League’s press conferences, including Kolo Muani’s derby boost for Spurs and Howe demanding more of WoltemadePremier League: 10 things to look out for this weekend Continue reading...

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3 h. ago Olympics to allow corporate branding to stay on famous Los Angeles arena for first time

Intuit Dome also announced Friday that it is the latest ‘founding partner’ for Los Angeles Olympics

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3 h. ago Darren O'Dea makes feelings clear on Swansea City job as duo to miss Bristol City tie

Darren O'Dea will be in the dugout for Swansea City's trip to Bristol City this weekend

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