51 m. ago Las Vegas prison warden loses job after allegedly biting colleague’s ear during argument at holiday party

The fight took place at the Nevada Department of Corrections holiday party at the Palace Station Hotel and Casino on December 13, 2025

Events

83 m. ago Ukraine war briefing: Zelenskyy declares energy state of emergency as cities shiver

Night-time temperatures dip close to -20C; minister outlines major problems with desertion and conscription evasion. What we know on day 1,422Volodymyr Zelenskyy is to declare a state of emergency in Ukraine’s energy sector to tackle disrupted power supplies after heavy Russian attacks. Energy imports would also be increased, the Ukrainian president said. Emergency crews in Ukraine have proceeded with round-the-clock efforts to restore power and heating supplies at a time when night-time temperatures are dipping close to -20C (-4F). Zelenskyy said the state of emergency would allow authorities “more options and flexibility”. He called for the establishment of more centres where residents can stay warm and charge electronic devices, and said nightly curfews could be lifted in areas where the security situation permitted it.The president said Kyiv – whose mayor he regularly clashes with – had done considerably less than other major centres, notably Ukraine’s second-largest city, Khark...

Events

1 hour ago Police chief clings to his job after losing confidence of Home Secretary

Craig Guilford is under pressure as part of the fallout over the decision to ban Maccabi Tel Aviv fans from attending Villa Park in November.

Society

1 hour ago How ‘pervasive culture of mistreatment’ is causing pregnant women to leave their jobs

One in seven women with children or who are expecting have either left or felt compelled to leave their employment, TUC said

Politics

3 h. ago Love Island's Kady McDermott reveals results of 'secret nose job'

A Love Island fan-favourite has revealed she has gone under the knife for a secret nose job and shared the results on social media

Society

3 h. ago Martin Lewis names 'demon' household appliance wreaking havoc on energy bills

Martin Lewis and other savvy consumers have warned about one "demon appliance" that could be negatively impacting your energy bills. So here's everything you need to know

Science

3 h. ago 'Chaotically sublime' dark comedy with Night Manager icon is leaving Netflix

Netflix is axing a “superbly dark and bizarre” black comedy that’s been hailed “as close to perfection as water”.

Politics

3 h. ago Two men charged with murder after fight during work break at Amazon center turns deadly

Amazon has since increased security at the fulfillment center

Events

4 h. ago The Traitors 2026 live: Harriet banished after being labelled ‘best Faithful ever’ for Rachel confrontation

The secret barrister and crime writer revealed her real jobs to the Faithfuls - who later ousted her

Politics

4 h. ago Police and paramedics close off road as elderly man rushed to hospital

Emergency services raced to the medical incident in Whitefield

Events

4 h. ago Strictly star Katya Jones unfollows Adam Peaty after 'wedding snub'

Adam Peaty and Holly Ramsay tied the knot last month but their once close pal Katya Jones was nowhere to be seen on their big day.

Politics

5 h. ago New documentary explores what Sir Paul McCartney did after The Beatles broke up

Man On The Run will feature interviews with Sir Paul as well as previously unseen footage, and will be shown on Amazon Prime from next month.

Politics

6 h. ago Venezuela regime claims release of political prisoners is sign of new era

NGOs estimate that there are still close to 1,000 political prisoners in Venezuela despite claims by new leadersVenezuela’s acting president has claimed that the regime’s release of political prisoners sent a “very clear message” that the country was “opening up to a new political moment”, days after the seizure and rendition of the dictator Nicolás Maduro.Delcy Rodríguez also vowed to continue the releases and accused NGOs that have described the process as slow and opaque of “lying to the world and trying to sell falsehoods about Venezuela”. Continue reading...

Events

6 h. ago M6 crash LIVE: Two major UK motorways face long delays after collision

A crash on the southbound lane of the M6 has led to traffic chaos with long tailbacks which have also impacted the M58 with motorists telling of waiting "more than an hour"

Events

6 h. ago Amazon to close giant Milton Keynes warehouse that was its first in UK as 590 jobs impacted

AMAZON is set to close its giant warehouse in Milton Keynes that was also the tech giant's first depot opened in the UK. Amazon is planning to close one of its fulfilment centres, offering workers the chance to transfer to another site. The company announced a consultation on a proposal to close the site in...

Society

6 h. ago US acquisition of Greenland ‘absolutely not necessary,’ says Danish foreign minister after Washington talks – Europe live

Trump claims only US can protect territory and says ‘two dogsleds won’t do it’ as Danish and Greenlandic ministers hold talks with vice-presidentPeople in Greenland: share your views on Trump’s recent commentsUS president Donald Trump has doubled down on his rhetoric on getting control of Greenland, insisting that the US “needs Greenland for the purpose of national security.”In a social media post, Trump claimed that “Nato should be leading the way for us to get it,” and “if we don’t, Russia or China will, and that is not going to happen!”“Militarily, without the vast power of the United States, much of which I built during my first term, and am now bringing to a new and even higher level, Nato would not be an effective force or deterrent - not even close! They know that, and so do I.” Continue reading...

Politics

6 h. ago Anthony Joshua could spend ‘considerable amount of time’ away from boxing after heartbreaking crash, says Eddie Hearn

EDDIE HEARN believes Anthony Joshua will want to return to boxing but will need a long time before making any decision. Joshua was involved in a car crash in Nigeria on December 29 which killed his close friends Sina Ghami and Latif 'Latz' Ayodele and left the British fighter injured. It sparked speculation over whether...

Events

6 h. ago Adolescence star signs big money deal with Disney+ for more blockbusters after massive success of Netflix hit

EVERYBODY wants a piece of man-of-the-moment Stephen Graham after his Netflix hit Adolescence conquered at the Golden Globes. But it is American giant Disney+ that has won out, after the Line Of Duty actor and his wife Hannah Walters signed a big-money deal with the streamer, promising it future blockbusters. Their company Matriarch Productions has...

Economics

7 h. ago Number of Scots paying higher income tax rates to reach almost 950,000

Analysis by the Scottish Fiscal Commission highlights the impact of ‘fiscal drag’

Economics

7 h. ago Conor Gallagher vows to bring ‘special moments’ to Tottenham after £34.6m transfer

Midfielder signs long-term deal after move from AtléticoThomas Frank: ‘Conor will bring leadership and maturity’Conor Gallagher has pledged to bring “special moments” to Tottenham after completing a £34.6m transfer from Atlético Madrid. The London club moved quickly for a midfielder they have long admired after losing Rodrigo Bentancur to a hamstring injury at Bournemouth last Wednesday, beating off competition from Aston Villa. Bentancur has since undergone surgery.Spurs looked at Gallagher at the end of the 2023-24 season only for him to go from Chelsea to Atlético for £34m. Before the Premier League game between Chelsea and Spurs in May 2024 at Stamford Bridge, the home support unfurled a giant banner of Gallagher. “Chelsea since birth,” read the caption about their academy product. The subtext was clear: do not sell him to Spurs. Continue reading...

Economics