37 m. ago Arsenal news: Secret deal agreed as brand new signing reveals exit plan

Arsenal news round-up as details of a secret contract change emerge and the Gunners make plans to expand the Emirates, which would mean a move to Wembley

Economics

91 m. ago Mount Everest rescue: all hikers now safe after days stranded in powerful blizzard

Hundreds of hikers encountered deep snow in the isolated Karma valley after an unusually powerful blizzardRescuers guided all of the remaining trekkers near the east face of Everest in Tibet to safety, including hundreds of local guides and yak herders, authorities said, ending one of the largest search-and-rescue operations in the region.Hundreds of hikers were stranded in deep snow over the weekend in the isolated Karma valley after an unusually powerful blizzard dumped heavy snowfall in the region. Continue reading...

Events

2 h. ago Alleged ‘kill team’ charged after arrest en route to hit near Sydney daycare

Police allege they identified the trio ‘mobilising’ to kill a man near a childcare centre in city’s south-westFollow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastNew South Wales police have charged three men with conspiracy to commit murder, alleging they were a hired “hit team” arrested while on their way to kill a man near a Sydney daycare centre.Police said officers had been conducting a routine surveillance operation in Sydney’s Condell Park area on Tuesday when they allegedly identified the trio “mobilising to carry out an offence”. Continue reading...

Events

2 h. ago Dolly Parton's sister's plea in FULL as health concerns grow for iconic singer

Dolly Parton, the country legend, announced she was postponing her highly anticipated Las Vegas residency at Caesars Palace due to "health challenges" last week

Politics

3 h. ago History's full of 'queer' heroes without a museum having to pretend Nelson was gay, says A.N. WILSON

Why do we go to art galleries? The obvious answer, of course, is that we go to look at paintings and sculptures. But those who run them seem to think it is to be taught their own weird view of history.

Culture

3 h. ago Ten Scottish hotels named among best in UK – from plush city centre spots to picturesque hidden gems

TEN Scottish hotels have been named among the best across the UK - and it includes everything from plush city centre spots to picturesque hidden gems. Scotland is home to several wonderful locations with gorgeous landscapes that are also quirky and steeped in history, so it’s no wonder that many receive nationwide attention. A new study has found that a...

Politics

3 h. ago Celebrity Traitors bosses reveal what REALLY happens during 'military operation' filming

The 19 celebrity competitors include comedians, actors, a rugby champion, soap stars and a ­YouTuber with eight million ­followers.

Events

3 h. ago Travel experts reveal why you should never sit at the back of a plane

Some travel experts have shared their thoughts on where to avoid sitting, and many agree on the same thing.

Politics

4 h. ago Nicole Kidman shares major announcement following shock split from Keith Urban: 'I am thrilled'

Nicole Kidman has shared major career news after announcing her separation from husband of 19 years Keith Urban.

Events

4 h. ago Police storm County Lines drug gangs as record number of arrests made

A man was arrested in a dramatic police raid on a home in Liverpool as part of an operation targeting drug smuggling - as crime and policing minister Sarah Jones vowed to crack down on the “evil trade”.

Events

4 h. ago ITV Win Win to give away biggest prize in British TV history

Mel Giedroyc and Sue Perkins' new ITV show Win Win is set to make history this weekend as one lucky winner will walk away with the biggest prize in British TV history

Culture

4 h. ago ANDY DOLAN: So what it's like in area said to be the UK's 'worst integrated'?

With its Asian grocery stores and jewellers, a West Indian bakery and even a branch of the Bank of India, the main Soho Road through Handsworth certainly seems multicultural.

Politics

4 h. ago Providing more visas ‘not part of the plan’, says Starmer ahead of India visit

The Prime Minister has been joined by more than 100 business chiefs and university leaders on a trade visit to Mumbai.

Politics

4 h. ago Badenoch tries to revive Tory fortunes with plan to boost UK economy

Leader will pitch Conservatives as the party of spending control with pledge to drive down Britain’s deficit

Politics

5 h. ago History repeats itself as Ben Affleck caught in awkward moment at Jennifer Lopez premiere

Oscar winner Ben Affleck has once again been caught in an awkward position after a mishap at ex-wife Jennifer Lopez's film premiere on Monday night

Events

5 h. ago A British Ice and more stop and search: Badenoch’s Tories set out new policies

Shadow ministers have announced far-reaching and often radical proposals – here is a roundup of some of themKemi Badenoch warned her shadow cabinet in January not to expect any detailed policies until 2027. “We’re not creating policies for 2028 in 2025,” a Tory spokesperson said at the time.This week that changed. At the Conservative party’s annual conference in Manchester, shadow ministers have lined up to announce detailed, far-reaching and often radical new policies. Continue reading...

Events

5 h. ago Luke Littler wins in straight sets despite historic Gian van Veen performance

Gian van Veen averaged a record-breaking 106.47 in the double-in, double-out format yet still lost in straight sets to an inspired Littler.

Politics

5 h. ago BBC Strictly Come Dancing's George Clarke shares his honest opinion about this weekend’s performance

His professional dance partner, Alexia Warr, announced their song choice on last week's results show.

Politics

6 h. ago Luke Littler announces next career move after shock split on eve of World Grand Prix

Luke Littler has revealed his next career move after he announced a shock split from his management company just hours ahead of the World Grand Prix

Sport

6 h. ago Abortion providers say Missouri's attorney general is trying to get patient records

Planned Parenthood officials say in court filings that Missouri's Republican attorney general is trying to get the medical records of patients who’ve had abortions

Science