69 m. ago The bean boom isn’t over – and these five recipes prove why they’re perfect for Veganuary

From gut health and fibre to flavour and affordability, beans quietly became one of last year’s most talked-about ingredients – and they’re not going anywhere. As Veganuary approaches and post-Christmas heaviness lingers, these five comforting, plant-based bean recipes show why pulses deserve a permanent place on your plate

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2 h. ago He worked with the world's most famous names. Then he gave it all up for a Welsh pub

Nick Otley fancied trying photography and ended up drinking with Michael Hutchence and at parties with Kate Moss but the draw of the family business brought him back to Wales – it's fair to say it's proved a good call

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7 h. ago Keir Starmer vows to ‘stay the course’ in 2026 after Labour leadership speculation

In his New Year message, the Labour prime minister, under pressure over faltering economy and with his party trailing Nigel Farage’s Reform UK in the polls, pledges Britain will ‘turn a corner’ in the next 12 months

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7 h. ago 'Things will get better' in 2026, promises Starmer as he fights to stay PM with Labour facing election blows

The Government saw its popularity fall further in 2025 as Nigel Farage’s Reform UK surged

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7 h. ago Gary Lineker opens up about BBC and claims it can 'never be impartial'

In a new interview with Green Party leader Zack Polanski, the footballing legend claimed the Beeb couldn’t always stay neutral on everything, saying 'it's impossible'

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9 h. ago Inside horrific Ant Hill Kids doomsday cult: Twisted leader nailed children to trees, impregnated all female followers and made others break their own legs with sledgehammers to prove their devotion

Thériault's pitiful followers were forced to break their own legs, sit on lit stoves, shoot each other and eat dead mice and human waste to prove their devotion to him

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10 h. ago Enzo Maresca at risk of Chelsea sack if poor run persists with a dry January

‘Worst 48 hours’ comment and league form are problemsPalmer substitution and Bournemouth result were booedEnzo Maresca will be in danger of losing his job as Chelsea’s head coach if he cannot improve results before the end of January. The Italian, who was booed by home supporters during the disappointing 2-2 draw with Bournemouth at Stamford Bridge on Tuesday, is under mounting pressure after a poor run of form, and a series of self-inflicted wounds have raised doubts over his position.Chelsea have one win from their past seven league games and although Maresca is set to be in charge for Sunday’s trip to Manchester City his position is increasingly uncertain. Concern over the 45-year-old’s decisions during games and away from the pitch have grown in recent weeks and there can be no guarantee that Maresca will survive beyond the end of January if he proves incapable of reversing the slump. Continue reading...

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12 h. ago Paul Scholes 'proven right' by Ruben Amorim after fresh Man United blow

Paul Scholes' previous criticism of Ruben Amorim has resurfaced on social media following Manchester United's 1-1 draw with Wolves at Old Trafford.

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12 h. ago From World Cup to Winter Olympics plus Wimbledon and The Masters: your ultimate guide to the 2026 sporting calendar

IF YOU thought the sporting calendar couldn't get more packed, 2026 will prove you wrong.  The new year promises a global itinerary that reads like a dream for the dedicated travelling fan.  From the slopes of the Italian Dolomites to the heat of Mexico City, the world’s biggest stages are set. The year kicks off...

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12 h. ago Enzo Maresca could be sacked by Chelsea within WEEKS as pressure increases on under

ENZO MARESCA is ill. And the fans and bosses at Chelsea seem to be getting sick of him, too. Before Christmas, Maresca was being touted as a potential replacement for Pep Guardiola at Manchester City. Yet Guardiola’s former assistant will return to the Etihad on Sunday amid huge doubts about how long he will stay...

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16 h. ago Olivia Attwood fans have same comment as she take rescue dogs on 5

Former Love Island star Olivia Attwood shared a video of her two rescue dogs, Lola and Stitch, enjoying a festive stay at a five-star hotel and fans all had the same comment

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16 h. ago Slot sees positives as Frimpong and Kerkez adapt to end of a full

Liverpool head coach’s new full-backs have struggledSlot expects improvement as squad and signings settleArne Slot has said Liverpool remain “a work in progress” in both full-back positions but backed Jeremie Frimpong and Milos Kerkez to make their mark as his team stabilise.Slot admits Liverpool are still adjusting to the end of the Trent Alexander-Arnold and Andy Robertson era with injuries and disruption limiting the impact of their designated successors, including Conor Bradley. Frimpong has improved since returning from his second hamstring injury of the season, however, and provided assists for Hugo Ekitiké and Ryan Gravenberch in the recent victories over Tottenham and Wolves. Slot believes the summer signings Frimpong and Kerkez, from Bayer Leverkusen and Bournemouth respectively, will prove valuable assets for Liverpool, with their pace essential for the modern game. Continue reading...

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17 h. ago Wayne Lineker reflects on ‘worst year of his life’ after pneumonia hospital stay

Wayne Lineker described 2025 as the "worst year of his life" as he shared a message to anyone considering treatment in rehab.

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17 h. ago David Tennant celebrates his 14th wedding anniversary with his wife Georgia as she shares sweet post poking fun at their 'younger hands'

The Doctor Who legend, 54, and the Merlin star, 41, proved their love has been going stronger than ever in the newly-shared Instagram pictures.

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18 h. ago Six times Gabriel proved he is Premier League’s new king of s***housery including mocking his future Arsenal team

GABRIEL MAGALHAES returned to the Arsenal starting line-up against Aston Villa and was immediately involved in the thick of the action. The Brazilian defender scored in the opening minutes of the second half, leaving Emiliano Martinez fuming on social media over an alleged elbow, to send the Gunners on their way to a 4-1 win...

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19 h. ago How the latest airport trend 'belt bumping' is infuriating passengers: 'Horrible etiquette and disrespectful'

Politely queuing to check your luggage in at the desk before collecting boarding passes and heading to security is how many holidays abroad begin. 

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19 h. ago British 'ethical hacker' cracks government site to prove he's 'skilled enough for visa'

Jacob Riggs, of Bexley, south east London, claims he secured an Australian visa after uncovering a critical flaw in a live government system

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19 h. ago Arsenal involved in Antoine Semenyo deal as Bournemouth delay Manchester City transfer

Cherries wants their star man to face the Gunners

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20 h. ago Inside Anthony Joshua's hospital stay as boxing ace set to remain there over the New Year

Anthony Joshua remains in hospital in Nigeria as he continues his recovery following a horrific car crash that tragically claimed the lives of two of his close friends

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20 h. ago Mum thought hotel stay was 'great' until she spotted unwanted guest on baby camera

Reena Grover shared footage of the moment she realised there was an uninvited guest staying with them in their hotel room. It was caught on their baby cam which was set up in their room

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