79 m. ago Urgent hunt for two men who 'ran into river after crashing car while fleeing police'

Patrol officers attempted to stop a car that was being driven with a defective rear light for a routine check on Friday night. The vehicle failed to stop and after a short pursuit crashed into a wall.

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92 m. ago Democrats urge Pentagon to release video of strike on alleged drug boat

Trump team faces mounting pressure as members of Congress allege that the deadly attack was unlawfulUS Democrats on Sunday pushed the Trump administration to release video of a second strike on an alleged drug boat incapacitated in the Caribbean, continuing to escalate pressure on the Pentagon amid accusations the attack was unlawful.Eleven people died in the 2 September attack, including two men killed in a follow-up strike as they reportedly clung to wreckage for an hour. That killing has been met with intense scrutiny and accusations of war crimes after the Washington Post reported defense secretary Pete Hegseth gave an order to “kill them all”. Adm Frank Bradley of the US navy, who oversaw the attack, told lawmakers on Thursday there was no such order – and the Pentagon has defended the legality of the attack. Continue reading...

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1 hour ago Five smart ways to save money on festive knitwear to celebrate Christmas

THE Christmas party season may be in full swing, but there’s no need to spend lots of money on a novelty outfit. If you’re fretting over your festive knitwear — or lack of it — here are a few ideas to help you save some pennies . . . SWAP SHOP: If you don’t want to splash out...

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2 h. ago BBC Antiques Roadshow expert stunned by common kitchen item worth thousands

An Antiques Roadshow episode featuring the history of food featured a widow who brought in a special item from her late husband's collection

Culture

4 h. ago Rosie O’Donnell says therapist urged her to ‘detach’ from social media over Trump — but she couldn’t do it

O’Donnell and Trump’s feud has lasted nearly two decades

Politics

5 h. ago Let it be: Paul McCartney urges EU to drop ban on veggie ‘burgers’ and ‘sausages’

Former Beatle argues use of terms for meat-free products ‘encourages attitudes essential to our health’Paul McCartney has joined calls for the EU to reject efforts to ban the use of terms such as “sausage” and “burger” for vegetarian foods.The former Beatle has joined eight British MPs who have written to the European Commission arguing that a ban approved in October by the European parliament would address a nonexistent problem while slowing progress on climate goals. Continue reading...

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5 h. ago ‘I’ve been living on cruise ships for 13 years and am banned from doing 1 thing'

Christine Streets-Kesteloo fell in love with her life at sea and even met her husband on board – so what's it actually like to spend most of your time on a floating vessel?

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7 h. ago Employee arrested after allegedly setting fire to store the day before Thanksgiving

A supermarket employee has been arrested and charged with arson after a shelf full of kitchen roll was set on fire, starting a huge blaze in a busy store as shoppers prepared for Thanksgiving.

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7 h. ago Households decorating with tinsel this Christmas issued warning

The classic Christmas decor could pose a danger this festive season

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7 h. ago The kindness of strangers: I couldn’t afford a pricey hotel, then a student let me sleep on her dormitory floor

In retrospect, I can appreciate what a big chance she took. I hope the universe has repaid her many times overRead more in the kindness of strangers seriesBack in 2006, I went to Canberra for a medical school interview. I figured I would book accommodation when I arrived but when I arrived, there was a big convention in town and all the backpackers hostels and budget accommodation were fully booked.Coming from Singapore, I thought perhaps I could just sleep at the airport – but quickly found Canberra airport, unlike Singapore’s, is not open 24 hours. Not knowing quite what to do and getting a bit desperate, I caught a bus into town, then started wandering towards the casino, thinking I might spend the night in a place that was open all night. That wouldn’t put me in the ideal condition for nailing an interview the next morning, but as a broke student, I couldn’t afford a pricey hotel. Continue reading...

Society

7 h. ago Recessed maxilla is TikTok's newest teeth fixation but dentists say viral fix won't work

There has been a surge in 'recessed maxilla's' online as people become fixated on the latest beauty 'trend' - however an expert has urged people it's nothing to be concerned about and home remedies won't 'fix' it

Politics

8 h. ago 'I'd rather get nails done than spend a fortune on Xmas – my kids get charity shop toys'

Liv Poole has been buying presents for her two kids from charity shops and has saved up to £300 this year, but she faces criticism from other parents for prioritising nail appointments

Economics

9 h. ago Scots urged to pay for flu vaccine as outbreak will 'continue to rise over the coming weeks'

The flu outbreak is expected to spread across all of the Scotland in the coming weeks, the Health Secretary has warned.

Science

9 h. ago Tis the season to be slummy! ELLEN MANNING reveals 19 sneaky ways to have a stress

ELLEN MANNING: Forget the most wonderful time of the year, Christmas can be the most stressful. This year, take note of a few tips and tricks, and a bit of corner-cutting, to reduce the pressure.

Politics

9 h. ago Questions over Reform’s donations as electoral watchdog urged to investigate crypto links

The Lib Dems and Labour have called for a probe after claims Mr Farage may have ‘abused his position as an MP’

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10 h. ago Nick Knowles issues urgent DIY SOS appeal to help Welsh family

He has rallied for help to get the family into their home in time for Christmas but an overnight theft has set them back

Politics

10 h. ago CCTV images released of wanted man after 'incident' at Glasgow Central Station

Anybody who may recognise this man is urged contact British Transport Police.

Politics

11 h. ago Households with an induction hob in kitchen urged to spend 25p now

If you have an induction hob, a quick 25p check could well save you money, energy and a whole load of kitchen stress this Christmastime, as advised by a savvy appliance expert

Politics

11 h. ago Ninja sizzle grill for 'perfect steaks and chicken' has £30 off

The kitchen appliance masters have the perfect product to bring that authentic char-grilled look indoors

Economics

12 h. ago Heathrow Airport locked down as armed police swoop and drivers told to stay put

Heathrow Airport has been swarmed by armed police, ambulances and fire engines following an incident at Terminal 3. Trains have been brought to a halt and drivers have been urged to stay in cars

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