56 m. ago Laura Woods shares graphic pictures of horror facial injuries after freak accident

GRAPHIC CONTENT: TV presenter Laura Woods was rushed to hospital in 2024 after a freak accident left her with shocking injuries to her face and she has now shared some pictures from the time to document her recovery

Events

2 h. ago Gavin Newsom comes out swinging against California billionaire tax

Ballot initiative, opposed by the ultra-wealthy, would levy one-time 5% tax on individuals worth more than $1bnCalifornia’s governor, Gavin Newsom, renewed his pledge this week to fight a controversial plan to tax billionaires in the state. The proposed ballot measure, which could go to voters in November, has gained public attention recently amid heavy criticism and threats from tech moguls to leave the state.In interviews with Politico and the New York Times published on Monday, Newsom described his office’s efforts to kill the proposed billionaire tax and told the Times he would “do what I have to do to protect the state”. As a direct-to-voters ballot initiative, Newsom would not have the power to veto the tax if the proposal passed. Continue reading...

Economics

2 h. ago Novak Djokovic retirement theory raised by Grand Slam winner ahead of Australian Open

Novak Djokovic will be remembered as one of the greatest-ever tennis players when he calls time on his career, and retirement could come sooner than many thanks think

Politics

2 h. ago Xabi Alonso sacking sees Man United encouraged to move 'heaven and earth' for summer deal

Xabi Alonso has left Real Madrid at the same time as Manchester United are being linked with appointing a replacement for Ruben Amorim

Economics

3 h. ago Donald Trump pledges 'help is on its way' as Iran death toll rises to at least 2,000

Witnesses have been able to describe scenes inside the country for the first time in days

Politics

3 h. ago Timothee Chalamet makes relationship with Kylie Jenner Instagram official

It is the first time Chalamet has acknowledged his other half on social media.

Politics

3 h. ago BTS’s massive 2026 world tour is coming to London this summer

BTS’s massive 2026 world tour is coming to London this summer  Time Out Worldwide

Politics

3 h. ago Shoe cabinet that 'saves so much space' cut to £38 in limited time deal

Shoppers have praised this cabinet for being 'easy to assemble' and giving busy families more space in their homes.

Economics

4 h. ago New Red Arrows leader announced as woman to lead display team for first time

For the first time in Red Arrows history a woman will be leading the 150-strong team. Wing Cdr Sasha Nash says she 'excited' and hopes their team will inspire future aviators.

Politics

4 h. ago Strictly's Amber Davies sends emotional message to Nikita Kuzmin after final

Strictly Come Dancing star Amber Davies has been looking back at her time on the BBC dance contest

Politics

4 h. ago Michael Carrick's relationship with Amad clear as past comments resurface

Michael Carrick is set to return to Manchester United, with Amad previously sharing his own comments on the coach from their time together at Old Trafford

Politics

4 h. ago The Colombian border may be the largest obstacle to rebuilding Venezuela. Here’s why

There are two main armed groups along the border and over time, they’ve have often collaborated, turning a porous frontier into a shared operating space

Politics

4 h. ago Ancient Rome meets modern technology as tourists visit an ancient home via livestream tours

One of the best-preserved ancient Roman homes on the Palatine Hill is opening to the public for the first time

Society

4 h. ago With thousands dead, the Iranian regime may survive these protests – but not in its current form | Sanam Vakil

With fear, surveillance and brute force only set to increase, there are disturbing parallels with Saddam Hussein’s IraqSanam Vakil is director of Chatham House’s Middle East and North Africa programmeIran is once again convulsed by protests that are threatening the Islamic Republic’s stability and future. What began as demonstrations over a collapsing currency and rising inflation has rapidly evolved into one of the most destabilising episodes of unrest the regime has faced in years. The protests have exposed both the resilience of Iranian society and the growing brittleness of a political system stubbornly unwilling to reform.It’s the scale, spread and momentum of the demonstrations that have been most alarming to the authorities. Protests have erupted across all provinces in the country, reaching more than 180 towns and cities, cutting across class, ethnic and regional lines. This time, the turn to openly anti-regime slogans has been rapid and widespread. Protesters are no longer ...

Events

5 h. ago Amazon deal cuts 38% off 'classic' luxury perfume that has 'stood the test of time'

This scent has been crafted using Vivascentz technology to "encourage a sense of wellbeing in the wearer."

Economics

5 h. ago Cardiff City forward primed for loan move as January exits mount

The Bluebirds winger is set to leave on loan in order to gain some more meaningful game time in the second half of the season

Politics

6 h. ago American music legends from huge rock bands to play Stockport music venue

It's claimed to be the first time any member of either band has played in Stockport

Culture

6 h. ago Popular Greater Manchester restaurant tells customers 'don't worry' as it gives bittersweet update

"It's been a tough journey, and without the bakery, we think we would have had to pack it in a long time ago"

Economics

6 h. ago RAC urges all drivers to use 1 button to thaw frozen car windows

With temperatures continuing to plummet, many of us will be waking up to frozen cars in the morning, but there is a simple method to defrost them in no time, according to the RAC

Transport

6 h. ago Former Dragons' Den star Sara Davies says exit was 'not fair' in major career update

Sara appeared on This Morning to promote her new ITV quiz show Time is Money

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