69 m. ago The underrated protein building block you brain needs for a sharper you in 2026

Meet L-serine, an essential amino acid that supports healthy brain function, improves memory, and keeps your neurons firing at their best, says nutritionist Louise Pyne

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2 h. ago Kathy Bates shows off her thirst for Timothée Chalamet by licking ping pong paddle at Critics Choice Awards

Kathy Bates stole the spotlight at the 2026 Critics Choice Awards with a hilariously cheeky tribute to Timothée Chalamet. 

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6 h. ago Baffled Jeff Goldblum goes viral as he's quizzed on gay sex drama in VERY awkward Critics Choice 2026 interview

Goldblum, 73, who is presenting at the show and whose latest film Wicked: For Good is up for seven awards today, was outfitted in a suit.

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8 h. ago Migrants’ phones and sim cards to be seized without need for arrest in latest small boats crackdown

Prime minister Keir Starmer said he had ordered the Home Office to close asylum hotels before the current 2029 deadline

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8 h. ago Illegal migrants face phone seizures and jail as ministers unleash hardline small

MIGRANTS can now have their phones and electronics seized at Dover under new laws. Those who arrive on small boats could now also be prosecuted for supplying items such as engines and putting other people at danger whilst crossing the Channel. Phone seizures, which will help track down those organising the journeys, will begin at...

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9 h. ago Liam Rosenior arrives in London to discuss taking over as Chelsea manager

Strasbourg manager, 41, to have talks on MondayHe could be in place before Wednesday’s game at FulhamChelsea are closing in on the appointment of Liam Rosenior after the Strasbourg manager flew to London to hold talks over the role.The 41-year-old is due to meet with the west London club on Monday and it is expected that discussions will end with him agreeing to replace Enzo Maresca, who left Stamford Bridge in acrimonious circumstances earlier this week. Continue reading...

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11 h. ago Trump warns of dire consequences if Venezuela fails to meet US demands

US president says Latin American nation’s de facto leader must adhere to Washington’s conditions or risk paying ‘a very big price’

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14 h. ago Eastern European 'Bonnie & Clyde' shoplifter who stole £5k Rolex and cash in raids on three UK jewellers who was jailed in US for £168k fraud

An Eastern European 'Bonnie & Clyde' shoplifter who hit at least three jewellery shops in the UK is an international fraudster who stole more than £168,000 from US retailers before hitting Britain

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14 h. ago 'The biggest challenge is when you put the phone down': Samaritans call handler reveals most difficult part of the job

Jeremy* (not pictured), who works in marketing, volunteers at a Samaritans helpline in a UK inner city. He was encouraged by friends to volunteer due to his calm demeanour and 'sympathetic ear'.

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14 h. ago South Africa vs Cameroon live: Bryan Mbeumo leads Indomitable Lions against Bafana Bafana in Afcon round of 16

Five-time winners Cameroon meet continental under-achievers South Africa for a place in the Afcon quarter-finals

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14 h. ago The Queen of Ely: How one woman turned hardship into a lifelong mission of kindness

Meet Donna Hurley who turned her own challenges into hope, warmth and renewal for those around her

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17 h. ago Kindness of strangers: I was ill and about to miss my flight when a well

I was running an hour late and couldn’t think clearly. I was in despair that I might miss my plane homeRead more in the kindness of strangers seriesTwelve years ago, I was in Queanbeyan to see a specialist for my chronic health condition. I was headed home to Queensland early the next morning and had set my alarm to wake me for the taxi I had ordered to the airport. But when I woke up, I realised that I had forgotten to allow for daylight savings. I was now running an hour late to the airport, with no taxi to get me there.I ordered another taxi and made my way out to wait in front of the motel, in despair that I might miss my flight. I stood on the dark footpath and spoke on the phone to my sister in Queensland about how I had missed my taxi and how unwell I felt. My health condition can affect my ability to think clearly, and I was telling her how my brain just wasn’t working that day. Then the taxi arrived – phew. Except, as the driver told me when I opened the door to get in, it ...

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18 h. ago Premier League buildup, EFL, Afcon last 16 and Paris derby – as it happened

News and buildup to the day’s action ahead of six Premier League games and more last-16 ties at AfconHave you played On the Ball – our new football game exclusive to the Guardian app? The daily puzzle involves guessing the identity of Premier League footballers, past and present.My score I fluked it a bit this time due to the answer being a player I was a big fan of. My score of 65 puts me in the top 10% of players today apparently. Better than yesterday’s abysmal effort with Emile Heskey. Continue reading...

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19 h. ago Is Fulham vs Liverpool on TV? Where you can watch Premier League clash

Fulham and Liverpool are set to meet in the Premier League

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19 h. ago Forget 6'5" finance bros! The 'ideal man' is now a 5'7" architect, dating app analysis reveals

Just in time for 'Dating Sunday' - the busiest day of the year on dating apps - happn has uncovered what the most popular men on its dating app in 2025 look like.

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20 h. ago iPhone users find way to calculate yearly screen time total and it's worrying

A woman was floored after checking the total amount of time she's spent on her phone throughout 2025, with other smartphone and iPhone users now fearful of checking their own totals

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20 h. ago Premier League buildup, EFL postponements, Afcon last 16 and Paris derby – matchday live

⚽ News, discussion and previews before Sunday’s action⚽ Get in touch by emailing us here or comment BTLHave you played On the Ball – our new football game exclusive to the Guardian app? The daily puzzle involves guessing the identity of Premier League footballers, past and present.My score I fluked it a bit this time due to the answer being a player I was a big fan of. My score of 65 puts me in the top 10% of players today apparently. Better than yesterday’s abysmal effort with Emile Heskey. Continue reading...

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30 h. ago Gotta Catch 'em all! Police hunt for Pokémon raiders who stole £10k of trading cards in 'heartbreaking' New Year's Day burglary

The thieves were seen tipping counters over and stealing the valuable goods, including rare Pokémon cards, in a burglary which left the outlet's manager 'gobsmacked'.

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32 h. ago Missing worker found dead after roof collapse deep underground at Queensland coalmine

Emergency team were unable to save man trapped in the Curragh mine following the collapse on FridayGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastSearchers have found a missing Queensland coalmine worker dead a day after he became trapped in a roof collapse.The man was inside the Curragh mine in central Queensland when the collapse happened about 3pm on Friday. There were fears he was as deep as 1km underground. Continue reading...

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33 h. ago Stormzy snap with Youssef Chermiti leaves Rangers fans buzzing as rapper forgoes Celtic VIP status to meet goal hero

The grime star was one of several big names who took in Gers win over the Hoops at Parkhead

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