60 m. ago In the depths of the ocean, a new contest between the US and China emerges

Around the Cook Islands, the world’s two most powerful countries are exploring the possibility of deep-sea mining for critical mineralsDeep below the surface of the Pacific Ocean, the seafloor is dotted with clusters of brown and black rocks, each containing valuable metals.The rocks, known as polymetallic nodules, hold reserves of critical minerals that could be used to power clean energy and fuel a new industrial future. In the Cook Islands, a nation halfway between Hawaii and New Zealand, exploration vessels are mapping the mineral-rich seabeds. Continue reading...

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2 h. ago The day my friend Freddie Forsyth revealed to me who was the real

Freddie - as he was known to all his friends and, quickly, even new acquaintances - said he met the man while covering the Biafran War in the late 1960s.

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2 h. ago Morrisons receipt from 2001 goes viral for its 'unbelievably cheap' prices

The bill, which is from a shop on New Year's Eve 2001, cost just £34.57 and included staple items such as olive oil and cat food all of which have seen a marked increase in prices since then.

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3 h. ago How Disney fans are helping each other save money at the pricey theme parks

From park tickets to hotel stays, the cost of food and trips to the gift shops, it all adds up during a visit to a Disney resort. 

Economics

3 h. ago ALISON BOSHOFF: The bombshell party snap that shows Liz Hurley posing with her 'friend' Ghislaine Maxwell

The image (pictured), shared as a 'Throwback Thursday' on Instagram by Sean Borg, shows Hurley at a birthday party with her close pal and one-time flatmate Julia Verdin - and Ghislaine Maxwell.

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3 h. ago Horoscope today, October 24, 2025: Daily star sign guide from Mystic Meg

OUR much-loved astrologer Meg sadly died in 2023 but her column will be kept alive by her friend and protégée Maggie Innes. Read on to see what’s written in the stars for you today. ♈ ARIES March 21 to April 20 Planet Uranus can bring challenges and today this is true for you – but...

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4 h. ago Friend tells of moment he discovered chess phenom left distraught by cheating claims lying dead on his couch

A friend who discovered the body of grandmaster Daniel Naroditsky told Daily Mail he was the voice pleading with him during his final livestream to 'finish the stream' as he spiraled.

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7 h. ago Jess Girod Dishes on New Romance with a Man from London — Hear the Details!

Jess Girod Dishes on New Romance with a Man from London — Hear the Details!  Bachelor Nation

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7 h. ago US senior officials warn Israeli political factions not to disrupt Gaza ceasefire

Marco Rubio says bill passed by rightwing MPs to establish Israeli ‘sovereignty’ over occupied territories ‘threatens’ peace dealThe parade of senior US officials traveling to the Middle East in recent weeks is a clear warning from the White House to Benjamin Netanyahu and Israeli political factions to not disrupt the recent Gaza ceasefire – including by an annexation of the West Bank – or face a serious rift in relations with the US.As the shaky ceasefire came into effect last week, Middle East envoy Steve Witkoff and Trump’s son-in-law Jared Kushner quickly rushed to the region for consultations. Now they have been followed by secretary of state Marco Rubio and vice-president JD Vance as Trump deploys his top allies to tamp down on internal strife within Israel’s fractious Knesset. Continue reading...

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7 h. ago States worry about how to fill the gap in food aid ahead of a federal benefits halt

A federal food aid program that helps about one in eight Americans buy groceries stands to be paused Nov. 1 because of the government shutdown

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8 h. ago Politician 'heartbroken' after losing four family members in helicopter crash

Darren Bailey, a Republican candidate for governor of Illinois, United States, was left "heartbroken" after four members of his family died in a helicopter crash in Montana

Events

9 h. ago 'Acted promptly': Scottish Cup redrawn as Borders club withdraw en masse

Only 14 of the original teams remain in nation’s premier knockout competition

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9 h. ago Could Europe’s last divided nation finally be unified, and what would it mean for travellers?

Exclusive: Simon Calder takes soundings from both sides of the ‘green line’ that cuts through the nation and its capital

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9 h. ago Christine McGuinness' friend trying to set her up with Loose Women star after Paddy split

Christine McGuinness was glowing on the red carpet at the Pride of Britain Awards, where her friend Will Njobvu tried to set her up with a famous face - but it's not who you might think

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9 h. ago Two takeaways fined for lying about their food hygiene score

Both the venues showed a higher food hygiene rating instead of their true food hygiene rating of one

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9 h. ago Foo Fighters announce 2026 stadium tour as Dave Grohl says band is ‘forever devoted’ to playing

New song ‘Asking for a Friend’ is available to stream now

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10 h. ago MAFS UK's Maeve looks totally different in throwback with famous best friend

Married At First Sight UK star Maeve Mathieson has shared a throwback snap with her famous best friend as she opened up about her time on the E4 show

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11 h. ago Politician 'heartbroken' after four family members killed in helicopter crash

The helicopter crashed in Montana on Wednesday and killed two parents and two of their children, with their devastated family 'heartbroken by this unimaginable loss'

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11 h. ago Morrisons is a surprise hit in BBC Good Food's festive blind taste test: Ailing retailer lands second place with surprise wins

The judges blind taste tested a total of 185 Christmas products from 13 supermarkets in the UK, across 17 categories including pigs-in-blankets, Turkey Crowns, Christmas puddings and more.

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11 h. ago Beautiful European country appears empty but it's packed with happy people

Finland, a Nordic nation of 5.6 million, has been named one of Lonely Planet's 25 Best Destinations in 2026 - and it's not hard to see why the Finns are so happy

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