65 m. ago Body found of Alabama boy, 4, who went missing with his dog on New Year’s Eve

The boy was found after a two-day search in a rural area outside of Birmingham

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69 m. ago Eight out of 10 Americans fail on some (or all) of their financial New Year’s resolutions

‘Real progress happens when money goals are revisited throughout the year,’ an expert said

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80 m. ago European river cruises where passengers are 'treated like VIPs' are 20% off

Riviera Travel is offering up to 20% off its 2026 European river cruises, with passengers praising the 'VIP treatment' on iconic rivers including the Rhône, Danube and Rhine from just £1,849

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80 m. ago Taylor Swift steals spotlight at BFF's wedding in shimmering metallic gown with Stevie Nicks by her side

Taylor Swift stole the spotlight at her best friend's wedding, giving fans a glimpse of her radiant glow as she gears up for her own big day with fiancé Travis Kelce.

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85 m. ago 'Joyful, giggly' baby girl who didn't wake up on Christmas Day

Bonnie Rae's family is distraught after the four month old's tragic death

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2 h. ago The Traitors 2026 live: Netty becomes first person murdered as fans speculate over Secret Traitor

‘Secret Traitor’ twist caught trio Stephen, Rachel and Hugo by surprise

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2 h. ago Zoe Ball teases things are going 'to ramp right up' in 2026 amid Strictly presenting rumours

The former It Takes Two presenter is one of the favourites to host Strictly in 2026

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2 h. ago Police officers in hospital after New Year's Day violence at Manchester Airport

A man in his 20s has been arrested

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2 h. ago Zinedine Zidane has already told Chelsea why he won't replace Enzo Maresca after sacking

Chelsea are searching for a new manager after parting ways with Enzo Maresca on New Year's Day but former Real Madrid boss Zinedine Zidane is extremely unlikely to replace him

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2 h. ago College freshman identified as one of three hikers found dead on California’s Mount Baldy

Marcus Alexander Muench Casanova, 19, died on the Devil’s Backbone trail after reportedly falling 500ftA 19-year-old college freshman has been identified as one of the hikers whose remains were found on California’s Mount Baldy on Monday.The San Bernardino county sheriff announced this week that Marcus Alexander Muench Casanova, a resident of Seal Beach, California, was discovered along a mountain trail known as the Devil’s Backbone. Continue reading...

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3 h. ago ‘Daddy’ Gavin Newsom kicks off 2026 with savage trolling of Republicans

To combat Republican messaging, Newsom’s office has flooded social media timelines with insults, memes, jokes and mockery of the president

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3 h. ago Top UK Slot Sites – The Best Online Slots & Bonuses in January 2026

Compare licensed UK slot sites and find out which ones The Independent rank as the best places to play real money online slots

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3 h. ago What support is Labour promising on the cost of living in 2026?

The prime minister says the UK will begin to feel a ‘sense of hope’ in 2026 – here’s what to expect

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3 h. ago DC pipe bomb suspect must remain in jail before trial, judge rules

Brian Cole, accused of planting bombs before Capitol attack, presents ‘intolerable risk of danger’, court findsA federal magistrate judge has ruled that the man accused of planting pipe bombs outside the Democratic and Republican headquarters the night before the 6 January Capitol attack must remain in custody while awaiting trial.In a memorandum opinion, the court determined that Brian Cole Jr, 30, of Woodbridge, Virginia, “poses an intolerable risk of danger to the community if released”, granting the government’s motion for pretrial detention. Continue reading...

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3 h. ago US homeland security condemned for using Japanese artist’s work without consent

Hiroshi Nagai, in a post on X, has objected to his artwork being used by the agency to promote its deportation agenda The US Department of Homeland Security is facing backlash once again, this time from a Japanese artist who has condemned the agency for using his work without permission to promote deportations.In a post on X on New Year’s Eve, DHS posted a photo featuring a pristine and empty beach with palm trees and a vintage car. Written across the photo was “America after 100 million deportations,” along with a separate caption that said: “The peace of a nation no longer besieged by the third world.” Continue reading...

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3 h. ago Son of infamous former UK gang boss has been shot in Germany

Cagdas Baybasin, the son of Hackney Bombers founder Abdullah Baybasin, was repeatedly shot in Dusseldorf after spending the day protesting against the imprisonment of his uncle

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3 h. ago Fresh bone analysis makes case for earliest ‘ancestor of humankind’, but doubts remain

Scientists argue ape-like Sahelanthropus tchadensis that lived in Africa 7m years ago is best contender but more fossils are neededIn the murky first chapters of the human story is an unknown ancestor that made the profound transition from walking on all fours to standing up tall, an act that came to define us.The odds of stumbling on the fossilised evidence of such an evolutionary prize are slim, but in new research, scientists argue that an ape-like animal that lived in Africa 7m years ago is the best contender yet. Continue reading...

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3 h. ago Reluctant trailblazer Khawaja confronts racial stereotypes before Sydney farewell | Taha Hashim

The first Muslim to play for Australia has been an inspiration for many in the way he has broken down barriers during his careerMore than half an hour into the press conference, with his retirement from Test cricket confirmed, Usman Khawaja was asked about the role of opening the batting and its relevance in the modern game. He answered with ease, detailing the specific mental challenges of facing the new ball. Minutes later, he was asked how Australia can unite after last month’s terrorist attack at Bondi Beach. Again, there was little hesitation before the lengthy reply. He cited the teachings of the prophet Muhammad, politicians who “try to divide and conquer” and closed with his reflections on the tragedy itself. This was no ordinary sporting farewell.Those who have tracked the path of Khawaja’s career closely will not have been surprised by the openness in the 50-minute press conference on Friday and the lines to have come from it. Reflecting on his proud journey as a Muslim bo...

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3 h. ago All high street shops closing in 2026 listed from Primark to River Island

Your local high street could soon be looking bleaker as top retailers pull out of long-established locations across the country - check out our list to see how your town will be hit

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3 h. ago Radio 2 legend Scott Mills reveals EastEnders cameo as fans make huge demand

BBC Radio 2 star Scott Mills made a surprise appearance on the New Year's Day episode of EastEnders and fans were amazed at how he had managed to keep his cameo a secret

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