87 m. ago 'I survived a botched execution, it was the most horrifying 45 minutes of my life'

Thomas Creech was already serving a life term when he beat another prisoner, 22-year-old David Dale Jensen, to death in 1981 - a crime for which he was to be executed

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89 m. ago Russell Crowe clarifies age difference with girlfriend after false claims

‘If two people love each other, age doesn't matter,’ Oscar-winning actor says

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98 m. ago Lorraine Kelly sends ‘all her love’ to Davina McCall after show campaign helped star discover breast cancer

Presenter was inspired to get a lump checked by doctors thanks to a campaign from Kelly’s show

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1 hour ago Two supermarkets beat Aldi on price of shopping essentials for third week running

We track costs at the six main supermarkets including Aldi, Lidl, Asda, Morrisons, Tesco and Sainsbury's

Economics

1 hour ago America’s men’s grand slam drought is not Taylor Fritz’s burden to carry

Back at the ATP finals one year after reaching the last hurdle, Fritz remains a top-five talent. It’s a reminder that a certain major-title drought is not his burden to bearI would like to have some words with ESPN broadcaster Chris Fowler about what he said after Novak Djokovic beat Taylor Fritz, for the 11th straight time, in the US Open quarter-finals. Look – Fritz is American, Fowler is American – and sports often lend themselves to nationalism. A little bit of disappointment was appropriate. Instead, Fowler invoked the continued drought of American men at the majors: none of them had lifted a trophy since Andy Roddick in 2003, and Fritz had been the last one standing in the tournament.We all love a narrative, myself included. But come on. Even if Fritz had beaten Djokovic for the first time, force of nature Carlos Alcaraz was waiting in the next round, who Fritz has yet to beat in an official match. And if he’d somehow survived that, it would have been defending champion Jannik...

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1 hour ago ‘Anastacia is a big inspiration for me – raspy, raw and heartfelt’: Ella Eyre’s honest playlist

The singer was inspired by her mum’s love for Basement Jaxx and spent 69p on Jamiroquai, but what does she put on when she’s feeling down?The first song I fell in love with The first song that I remember really feeling inspired by was Good Luck by Basement Jaxx. My mum had all their CDs. Good Luck was the first song I sung for my managers before they took me on board, so I still have a big love for it.The first single I bought My mum gave me money to go and buy Feels Just Like It Should by Jamiroquai for 69p from HMV in Oxford Circus. It was the first time I’d bought a physical CD. Continue reading...

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2 h. ago Dani Dyer enjoys festive day out with her children at Paw Patrol Christmas screening in London

The former Love Island winner and podcast host’s twin girls looked angelic in matching ensembles

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2 h. ago 'I fell for loving husband then discovered 10 secret children by 7 women'

Mary Turner Thomson was cruelly duped by Will Jordan - a man posing as a CIA agent, who married her bigamously, stole her money, and lived multiple secret lives with different women

Society

3 h. ago Cancer survivor reveals she's 'treated like a criminal' at airports while travelling with life

Nicole Trimboli, 51, from Australia, first beat Hodgkin's Lymphoma in 2006, only to face a second devastating diagnosis of bowel cancer in 2021.

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3 h. ago MAFS UK 2025 couples who are still together – and who’s secretly split off

MARRIED At First Sight 2025 provided fans with yet another chaos-filled year. The E4 hit dating show returned to screens back in September, with yet another host of promising brides and grooms looking for a shot at love. And over the last few weeks, as custom with any MAFS series, we've seen all the usual...

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4 h. ago Amid squabbles, bombast and competing interests, what can Cop30 achieve?

Climate summit in Brazil needs to find way to stop global heating accelerating amid stark divisions“It broke my heart.” Surangel Whipps, president of the tiny Pacific nation of Palau, was sitting in the front row of the UN’s general assembly in New York when Donald Trump made a long and rambling speech, his first to the UN since his re-election, on 23 September.Whipps was prepared for fury and bombast from the US president, but what followed was shocking. Trump’s rant on the climate crisis – a “green scam”, “the greatest con job ever perpetrated”, “predictions made by stupid people” – was an unprecedented attack on science and global action from a major world leader. Continue reading...

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5 h. ago Snag's 'flattering' knitted dress is perfect for winter and it even has pockets

Crafted from cloud knit fabric, fans 'really love' the stylish dress from the size-inclusive clothing brand

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5 h. ago Julia Robinson flies again as Jillaroos dominate New Zealand to win Pacific Cup

Australia defend crown with 40-8 win against Kiwi Ferns at CommBank StadiumHigh-flying Robinson scores spectacular try as Jillaroos showcase classThe Jillaroos have sent another reminder of the gap between them and the rest of the world, defending their Pacific Cup crown with a 40-8 win over New Zealand.One year out from a home World Cup and after a season that began with a 90-4 drubbing of England in Las Vegas, Australia again showed their class on Sunday afternoon. Continue reading...

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5 h. ago Harry Milne sees Hearts pressure as a 'privilege' with five reasons to feel confident he can handle it

Tynecastle ace already has a handful of league wins but knows nothing would beat a top tier triumph.

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6 h. ago 'Being in the Green Party used to feel like being an outsider, but more and more people say that’s exactly what we need in politics'

'People are really hurting at the moment, but it feels like politicians don’t understand how serious things are'

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10 h. ago Dad of twin babies found dead on sofa by partner days before their first birthday

Chloe Powles was days away from celebrating the first birthday of her twin babies when she discovered Alex Green's body in the living room of their home

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10 h. ago EastEnders love rat Max Branning gets a split lip during massive Christmas bust

EASTENDERS fans will see love rat Max Branning get a split lip following a fight at a family christening as part of the Christmas Day special. The soap character, played by actor Jake Wood, 53, is seen with blood on his face after an argument with his brother Jack, played by Scott Maslen. In scenes...

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10 h. ago Raid by burglars using ladder at Harry Redknapp’s £5million mansion described as ‘Louvre

A RAID by burglars using a ladder at Harry Redknapp’s £5million mansion was described in court as a “Louvre-style heist”. The former Spurs boss and wife Sandra, both 78, were targeted by a gang that stole £300,000 of jewellery. Items taken included a £55,000 diamond heart-shaped pendant and a £42,000 Cartier Love Bangle bracelet A...

Economics

12 h. ago Beau Greaves misses chance to beat Michael van Gerwen at Grand Slam of Darts

Van Gerwen swept in to take a 5-4 win in their Group G clash.

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12 h. ago Strictly Come Dancing’s Amber Davies is phenomenal – it’s time to get over her West End training

So what if the former Love Islander has experience on the stage? She’s brilliant on the dance floor and that’s all that matters, writes Rachel McGrath

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