42 m. ago Glamorous exec beaten into coma at Beanie Babies tycoon's Montecito mansion

Financial services expert Linda Malek-Aslanian, 60, (pictured) is 'comatose due to a brain injury' after being 'violently beaten' at Beanie Babies CEO Ty Warner's Montecito estate last Wednesday.

Politics

91 m. ago Strictly's Karen Hauer breaks down in tears as she speaks about her toxic third marriage to Jordan Wyn

The dancer, 43, married Jordan in 2022 after they met online, but they divorced just 16 months later.

Events

3 h. ago Major energy company offering 80 hours of free electricity from next month

The firm is offering free electricity in exchange for customers reducing energy consumption at peak times

Science

4 h. ago Rick Stein's 'cheat' dauphinoise potatoes features two 'must

Cornish chef Rick Stein has a very simple way of making dauphinoise potatoes, which he has shared in a recipe for the French dish as part of his Food Stories series

Politics

4 h. ago These robot cats have glowing eyes and artificial heartbeats – and could help reduce stress in children

Lifesize interactive pets touring libraries in Blue Mountains are also touted as being able to comfort people living with anxiety or dementiaGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastAt Springwood library in the Blue Mountains, a librarian appears with a cat carrier in each hand.About 30 children gather around in a semicircle. Inside each carrier, a pair of beaming, sci-fi-like eyes peer out at the expectant crowd. Continue reading...

Politics

5 h. ago Mary Lou Retton pulled over in Porsche with wine in the passenger seat during DUI stop: report

Former athlete’s arrest comes less than two years after she was diagnosed with a rare form of pneumonia

Politics

5 h. ago The best driving detours in France – off the beaten track and all the better for it

Driving to France couldn’t be simpler, and these lesser-known road trips make the most of this iconic holiday destination, finds Rosamund Hall

Politics

6 h. ago Sex shame teacher writes a children's book so kids can learn about 'past mistakes'

A disgraced teacher convicted of having sex with a teenage pupil has penned a children's book to help parents talk about their past mistakes.

Society

6 h. ago American Airlines opens new lounges that are ‘like hotels’, with spa

The new Flagship and Admirals Club lounges, which share a reception area, are located in Philadelphia International Airport’s A-West terminal

Society

6 h. ago Emmerdale's Danny Miller fights back tears as he says 'I've lost my dad'

I'm A Celebrity star Danny Miller has opened up on his father's dementia.

Politics

7 h. ago Clever cotton wool hack will keep wasps out of your home this summer

With the arrival of warmer weather, many people are looking for natural ways to keep wasps at bay - a pest control expert has shared a simple tip to help keep the bugs away.

Politics

8 h. ago EasyJet passengers warned of 'perfect storm' of chaos to major holiday hotspots

Although easyJet has not announced the cancellation of any flights yet, there is potential for considerable disruption involving UK flights. EasyJet is scheduled to run services from the UK to Milan, Naples, Catania and Caserta tomorrow

Events

8 h. ago Southwest Airlines flyers warned of final day before decades

Southwest had built campaigns around its policy of letting passengers check up to two bags for free

Events

8 h. ago Final boarding call for free bags at Southwest as airline abandons a cherished perk

It’s the last day to book a flight on Southwest Airlines without being hit with a fee to check bags after the airline abandoned a decades-long luggage policy

Politics

8 h. ago Scottish Clubs continue to battle headwinds with reduced fan spending

Five of the 42 clubs (12%) in Scotland’s top four leagues are showing signs of financial distress, up 67% year on year - in the EFL four of the 72 clubs (6%) show signs of distress, two more than 12 months earlier.

Events

8 h. ago Can YOU spot the mistake in Gary Lineker's final Match of the Day? Fans all saying the same thing after blunder goes viral

Eagle eyed viewers have highlighted a mistake on Gary Lineker's final Match of the Day as the presenter's BBC career came to an end on Sunday night.

Sport

8 h. ago 'My Quasimodo boobs were so big I couldn't eat – now my life is transformed'

One woman said her life was completely changed after she reduced her breasts by almost five cup sizes – as before she struggled to work, walk and even eat a normal meal

Politics

8 h. ago Wednesday strike warning for passengers of easyJet, BA, TUI and Wizz

Travel experts have warned to expect substantial delays

Events

8 h. ago 'Never use back pocket on plane seats' pilot warns passengers

Captain Steve Scheibner has told fliers to avoid the 'black hole of despair'

Events

8 h. ago Boden slashes 50% off flattering midi dress that makes shoppers 'feel like a million dollars'

Boden's popular Ivy Smocked Midi Dress in poppy red is now reduced to £44.10 from £88 - but you'll need to be quick to claim the discount

Economics