17 h. ago A snapshot of just a few significant Scotch whisky launches unveiled in 2025

During the last 12 months there have been some amazing Scotch whiskies launched to suit all tastes –from lovers of a bold Campbeltown, to those who appreciate a bit of peat smoke, and others who prefer something light on their palate.

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21 h. ago Time’s 2025 ‘Person of the Year’ unveiled but it’s not just one person

Time magazine has named the "Architects of AI" as its 2025 "Person of the Year".

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5 d. ago King Charles and Queen Camilla unveil Christmas card for 2025

The royal couple chose their 20th wedding anniversary portrait taken in Rome this year for their official holiday greeting cardKing Charles and Queen Camilla have chosen their 20th wedding anniversary portrait for their official Christmas card this year.Charles and Camilla are pictured standing side by side, with the queen’s arm linking the king’s, in the grounds of Villa Wolkonsky, the British ambassador’s residence in Rome, earlier this year. Continue reading...

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2 w. ago UK unveils bid for 2035 women’s football World Cup with 15 cities and 22 stadiums in mix

FA says 63 million people within two hours of a venueFinal stadium list will come down to between 14 and 16England, Northern Ireland, Scotland and Wales have submitted their bid to host the 2035 Women’s World Cup as the largest single-sport event staged in the UK.The Lionesses’ leading goalscorer, Ellen White, described the bid as “really special” and compared it to her experience of the 2012 Olympics as a part of Team GB. Continue reading...

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2 w. ago Rachel Reeves says budget will cut living costs after shock OBR leak

Chancellor unveils action on energy bills, rail fares and two-child benefit cap as she reveals £26bn tax risesHow does freezing tax thresholds affect your tax bill?Budget 2025: key points at a glanceRachel Reeves has declared her budget will slash living costs for millions including ending the two-child benefit limit and cutting energy bills, but taxes are set to soar by £26bn to plug a gaping shortfall in the public finances.Major measures in the budget leaked early in a shock accidental release by the Office for Budget Responsibility (OBR), triggering an instant bond market reaction an hour before the chancellor was on her feet in the House of Commons. After months of speculation, Reeves said her measures would put the public finances on a sustainable path while building “a fairer, a stronger, a more secure Britain” by tackling inflation and investing in large infrastructure projects. Continue reading...

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2 w. ago BBC Christmas TV schedule unveiled as viewers slam show that 'ruins' festive line

The BBC has unveiled its Christmas TV schedule for 2025 featuring EastEnders, Call The Midwife and Strictly Come Dancing specials, but some viewers aren't happy about one show that features twice

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2 w. ago Budget 2025 LIVE: Rachel Reeves unveils £26bn tax raid but cuts energy bills amid leak fiasco

Rachel Reeves calls the blunder by the Office for Budget Responsibility ‘deeply disappointing’ as she delivers Budget

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2 w. ago BBC unveils Christmas TV schedule but viewers fume over one show

The BBC has unveiled its Christmas TV schedule for 2025 featuring EastEnders, Call The Midwife and Strictly Come Dancing, but viewers aren't happy about one show

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2 w. ago Budget 2025 live: Rachel Reeves to unveil billions in tax rises based on ‘fair and necessary’ choices

Chancellor to unveil series of tax hikes to fill black hole in public finances in addition to ditching two-child benefit cap and changes to ISAs in highly anticipated Budget on Wednesday

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2 w. ago Budget 2025 live: Rachel Reeves to unveil billions in tax rises as she admits public anger over UK economy

Chancellor to unveil series of tax hikes to fill black hole in public finances in highly anticipated Budget on Wednesday

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2 w. ago Budget 2025 live: Rachel Reeves faces day of reckoning as she unveils billions in tax rises

Chancellor to unveil series of tax hikes to fill black hole in public finances in highly anticipated Budget on Wednesday

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2 w. ago BBC viewers rage 'what a letdown!' as broadcaster unveils 'ruinous' 2025 Christmas TV schedule

There will be festive editions of several BBC programmes, each filled with seasonal moments for fans to enjoy next month - but clearly they're not to everyone's tastes.

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2 w. ago Make mine an English on the rocks, please! King Charles launches new whisky for Christmas

King Charles may have the purists spluttering into their drams this Christmas - when he launches his new English single malt whisky.

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2 w. ago Palmer breaks toe in mishap; Celtic AGM cut short amid jeers; Liverpool injuries: football news – live

⚽ Premier League: 10 things to look out for this weekend⚽ Sign up for Football Daily | Follow on Bluesky | Mail BarryChelsea: It seems Palmer’s toe is broken. Jacob Steinberg has the latest from Enzo Maresca’s press conference: “Bad news for Chelsea fans, who have been left reeling by the revelation that Cole Palmer’s comeback from a groin injury has been delayed by the forward fracturing a toe in a freak accident at home,” he writes. ”Speaking ahead of his side’s trip to Burnley, Enzo Maresca said: ‘He is not available for tomorrow for sure, Barcelona for sure or Arsenal for sure. Unfortunately, he had an accident at home where he hit his toe but it is nothing important but he won’t be back in the next week. It’s fractured.’ I’m reminded of this ”Chelsea: Enzo Maresca has revealed that Cole Palmer’s eagerly awaited return to the Chelsea line-up following his recovery from a groin injury will be delayed because the midfielder has hurt his toe in some unspecified accident at home. ...

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3 w. ago Palmer breaks toe in domestic mishap; Bradley, Frimpong and Wirtz out for Liverpool: football news – live

⚽ Premier League: 10 things to look out for this weekend⚽ Sign up for Football Daily | Follow on Bluesky | Mail BarryChelsea: It seems Palmer’s toe is broken. Jacob Steinberg has the latest from Enzo Maresca’s press conference: Bad news for Chelsea fans, who have been left reeling by the revelation that Cole Palmer’s comeback from a groin injury has been delayed by the forward fracturing a toe in a freak accident at home. Speaking ahead of his side’s trip to Burnley, Enzo Maresca said: “He is not available for tomorrow for sure, Barcelona for sure or Arsenal for sure. Unfortunately, he had an accident at home where he hit his toe but it is nothing important but he won’t be back in the next week. It’s fractured.”Chelsea: Enzo Maresca has revealed that Cole Palmer’s eagerly awaited return to the Chelsea line-up following his recovery from a groin injury will be delayed because the midfielder has hurt his toe in some unspecified accident at home. The Chelsea head coach says he doesn’...

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3 w. ago Premier League returns, Wolves to unveil Edwards and more: football news – live

⚽ Premier League: 10 things to look out for this weekend⚽ Sign up for Football Daily | Follow on Bluesky | Mail BarryPremier League press conferences: I don’t have today’s schedule to hand but it’s normally a toss-up between early birds Fabian Hurzeler and Eddie Howe to see who is first out of the traps. It’s a state of affairs that ensures football reporters on the Brighton and Newcastle beats have to be up with the lark on Friday mornings.Brighton’s form this season has been up and down like an Eiffel Tower elevator but their home form is good, so you’d fancy their chances this weekend against a Brentford side who aren’t great on the road under Keith Andrews. Continue reading...

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3 w. ago Apple iPhone 17 Black Friday deal sees monthly price fall below £30 to 'lowest ever'

Carphone Warehouse has unveiled its Black Friday 2025 offers with price cuts on the iPhone 17, iPhone 17 Pro, iPhone 17 Pro Max, and iPhone Air

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3 w. ago Nando's unveils three new Christmas 2025 menu items including burger

The new items sound absolutely delicious 😍

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4 w. ago Keira Knightley and Celebrity Traitors' Joe Wilkinson star in Waitrose’s Christmas 'mini romcom' ad

Waitrose has unveiled its Christmas advert for 2025 in the form of a four-minute romantic comedy starring Keira Knightley and Celebrity Traitors favourite Joe Wilkinson

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last month Waitrose Christmas advert sees Keira Knightley find love with unexpected star

Waitrose has unveiled its Christmas advert for 2025 and fans are in love

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