2 h. ago Home Office reopens immigration detention centre near Oxford in bid to house up to 400 asylum seekers

The Home Office decided to reopen Campsfield immigration detention facility as part of plans to increase the capacity for asylum seekers and foreign offenders while they wait to be deported.

Society

3 h. ago Frank Gehry, the most celebrated architect of his time, dies at 96

Groundbreaking architect Frank Gehry who was behind the acclaimed Guggenheim Museum in Bilbao, Spain, and Disney Concert Hall in Los Angeles has died

Events

5 h. ago Edinburgh Rugby make bold selection calls and position switch for Champions Cup return

Everitt gives youth its chance as French cracks Toulon come to town

Politics

6 h. ago Saracens hatch plan to put dent in French dominance against Clermont

Even without Maro Itoje, Ben Earl and Jamie George, the English club are set to deploy a formidable lineup against their depleted opponentsJudging by the Saracens side starting their Champions Cup campaign against Clermont Auvergne on Saturday, a show of strength is the aim.Owen Farrell, Elliot Daly, Tom Willis and Nick Isiekwe are some of the distinguished names who will line up in north London aiming to put a small, symbolic dent in the notion that French clubs are poised to dominate the competition again. Even without the rested England captain, Maro Itoje, and back-row Ben Earl – both recently returned from a successful autumn campaign – the quality of the lineup indicates the depth required for a deep tournament run. Continue reading...

Politics

7 h. ago France intercepts illegal drone overflight at nuclear submarine base

French officials are investigating an illegal drone overflight of the Atlantic coast base for France's nuclear-armed submarines

Events

8 h. ago The London Tea Room reopens December 6 in DeBaliviere Place under a new generation of family ownership

The London Tea Room reopens December 6 in DeBaliviere Place under a new generation of family ownership  St. Louis Magazine

Politics

9 h. ago Enjoy a festive weekend at East Kilbride’s National Museum of Rural Life

Get hands on with nature-inspired crafts in the Learning Centre, make some eco-friendly reindeer food to take home, then follow the festive trail around the museum galleries.

Politics

9 h. ago ‘No mistrust’ between Europe and US over Ukraine, Macron says

French president’s remarks come a day after a report claimed he had warned Washington could betray KyivEmmanuel Macron has said there is “no mistrust” between Europe and the US, a day after a report claimed the French president had warned privately there was a risk Washington could betray Ukraine.“Unity between Americans and Europeans on the Ukrainian issue is essential. And I say it again and again, we need to work together,” Macron told reporters during a visit to China. Continue reading...

Politics

10 h. ago French 'Josef Fritzl’ had '3 kids with daughter and forced son to have sex with mum'

WARNING, DISTRESSING CONTENT: A man has been dubbed 'French Josef Fritzl’ after being accused of having three children with his own daughter and allegedly forcing his son to have sex with his mother

Politics

11 h. ago Daggers, dervishes, Rego and the world’s most expensive egg – the week in art

The British Museum is infused with Sufi spirit, Henry VIII’s storied Ottoman dagger gets its own show, Rego’s art is renewed and a Fabergé sets a new record – all in your weekly dispatchHenry VIII’s Lost DaggerA curious quest for the Tudor tyrant’s lost, highly phallic dagger in the house where modern gothic began. • Strawberry Hill House, London, until 15 February Continue reading...

Politics

11 h. ago This small London museum has been named best in Europe for 2026 – and it’s free

It was recognised by the awards body for empowering younger generations

Politics

11 h. ago Keir Starmer reveals he's enlisted the help of German and French leaders on how to beat Nigel Farage's Reform UK

The Prime Minister revealed the trio of 'centrist' politicians recently discussed how to take on 'populists' such as Mr Farage.

Politics

12 h. ago 'French Josef Fritzl' admits fathering three children with his daughter and forcing his 11

A 58-year-old man has admitted to fathering three children with his daughter and forcing his 11-year-old son to have sex with his mother. 

Politics

14 h. ago One Battle After Another voted best film of the year by Sight And Sound

The British Film Institute’s international film magazine has crowned acclaimed action comedy One Battle After Another the best film of the year.

Politics

16 h. ago ‘One of the most breathtaking cathedrals in the world’: readers’ favourite churches in Europe

Wonderful art, amazing design and beautiful locations have drawn our tipsters to chapels, churches and cathedrals from Norway to Bulgaria• Tell us about a great charity challenge you’ve taken part in – the best tip wins a £200 holiday voucherThe Tromsøysund parish church, commonly called the Arctic Cathedral, in Tromsø is a modernist delight. The simple, elegant exterior that reflects the surrounding scenery and evokes traditional Sami dwellings is matched by an interior that has the most comfortable pews I have ever sat on. The stunning glass mosaic titled the Return of Christ at one end may not be to everyone’s taste, but to me had power and majesty. Exiting this magnificent building after an organ recital to be met by the northern lights flickering overhead was awe-inspiring.Bruce Horton Continue reading...

Politics

18 h. ago Skipton in Yorkshire named happiest place to live in Great Britain

Access to nature and essential services and friendliness of the people led ‘gateway to the Dales’ to top Rightmove indexIt is nicknamed “the gateway to the Dales”, is home to one of England’s best-preserved medieval castles and, for trivia fans, was the birthplace of half of Marks & Spencer. Now, the Yorkshire market town of Skipton has been named “the happiest place to live” in Great Britain.It received the accolade from the property website Rightmove, which runs a “happy at home” index that is now in its 14th year. The survey asks residents how they feel about their area based on a range of factors. Continue reading...

Politics

18 h. ago ‘Look what you’ve done to my children!’: a tale of winter wonderland disasters

These events are meant to make Christmas magical, and while many do, a few fall spectacularly short. Here, in no particular order, are some of the worst offendersIt’s the most wonderful time of the year: the season where British people traditionally complain about spending too much on rip-off Christmas events. This year’s festivities have already kicked off in earnest, thanks to the malfunctioning Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer drone show in Haywards Heath this week. By all accounts the drone show was a classic of the genre. It made big promises, offering families “a night of magic and wonder” complete with “state of the art production [and] 600 LED drones”. Then it charged big money, with some families paying hundreds of pounds to attend. And then, of course, it comprehensively underdelivered.Reports describe the event as not only being too short – about just 15 minutes – but also, due to the failure of several drones, completely unintelligible. “From the beginning, large numbers o...

Events

18 h. ago London station wins award after being restored to its art deco glory

London station wins award after being restored to its art deco glory  London Evening Standard

Events

21 h. ago Vile nickname lesbian used for foster boy, 12, who she and wife are accused of torturing to death

Brandy Cooney and Becky Hamber are on trial for allegedly torturing their 12-year-old foster son to death, and during court Wednesday the couple's sickening nickname for him was revealed.

Events

23 h. ago Cheese rolling could join beloved UK events on new ‘living heritage’ register

Communities are being urged to nominate cherished traditions, from the vibrant Notting Hill Carnival to the ancient art of cheese-rolling, for a new UK register of "living heritage".

Politics