57 m. ago Tim Dowling: after a year of ignoring each other, the cat and the dog have declared war

We arrive home from holiday to discover our pets scrapping constantly. Are they enjoying themselves? It’s hard to tellWe arrive home from our holiday to another household altogether: the oldest one, the middle one and the oldest one’s girlfriend have been in charge for more than a fortnight. The food in the fridge is strange, sourced from unfamiliar shops. The kitchen table looks like the centre of a boiler room stock fraud operation, with computer screens everywhere and power cords dividing the space at waist height. Below the sink, the dog and the cat are scrapping. After more than a year of avoiding each other, both animals have suddenly gone on the offensive.“They fight?” I say. Continue reading...

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2 h. ago Tom Aspinall made eerily accurate prediction about Jon Jones retirement

Aspinall and Jones were backed to go head-to-head in the Octagon at some point this year, but the British star was never convinced a clash would ever materialise

Politics

2 h. ago Retired fireman, 78, caught with over 1000 child abuse images he stored on phone and memory card

Twisted Roger Hoiles was snared when cops received information that a device linked to his Neilston home was connected to the internet and contained the horrific material.

Events

12 h. ago Lando Norris in ‘a comfortable place’ after sanctions removed by McLaren

McLaren had imposed the unspecified “consequences” on Norris after he banged wheels with team-mate Oscar Piastri in Singapore.

Politics

13 h. ago Teen's stabbing frenzy after 'bully' tricked him into drinking cup of urine

A 16-year-old Thai boy allegedly stabbed his 'bullying' colleague after being tricked into drinking a disgusting concoction of urine and water while working in Bangkok

Politics

14 h. ago Where is hot in December? Best holiday destinations for winter sun in 2025

Swerve the Christmas rush at home and get a much-needed vitamin D fix in one of these top-rated winter sun holiday destinations

Politics

15 h. ago Boy, 12, dies after 'TikTok challenge' tragedy in his bedroom

Oliver Gorman, 12, was found unresponsive in his bedroom, just hours after arriving from a holiday in Wales

Events

15 h. ago Convicted paedophile who stole kids clothes from washing line jailed for having sick abuse manual

Officers caught him with a missing 14-year-old girl in a Holiday Inn

Events

15 h. ago 'I'm a travel expert and there are five hacks you're better off ignoring'

From booking flights on Tuesdays to skipping travel insurance, there are plenty of travel hacks and tips that people swear by - but not all of them are worth following.

Politics

17 h. ago Scottish city is 'autumnal dreamland' with beautiful walking spots for all seasons

One beautiful Scottish city is particularly special during autumn when the leaves start to change colour.

Politics

17 h. ago Brit tourist facing life in Thai jail for 'smuggling cocaine to Bangkok bars'

The Brit, 25, was arrested at a luxury apartment block in central Bangkok after being found with more than a kilogram of cocaine worth almost £70,000 - as well as a 'quantity' of marijuana in his room

Events

18 h. ago Meta found in breach of EU law over ‘ineffective’ complaints system for flagging illegal content

European Commission initial finding says Facebook and Instagram introduced unnecessary steps for users to submit reportsInstagram and Facebook have breached EU law by failing to provide users with simple ways to complain or flag illegal content, including child sexual abuse material and terrorist content, the European Commission has said.In a preliminary finding on Friday, the EU’s executive body said Meta, the $1.8tn California company that runs the social media services, had introduced unnecessary steps in processes for users to submit reports. Continue reading...

Society

19 h. ago Spain's strict new drink driving laws to be enforced by the end of 2025

The Dirección General de Tráfico (DGT) proposed regulations that would apply to all drivers in the popular holiday destination.

Politics

20 h. ago Trump shuts down reporter over Israel's vote to annex West Bank after his threat to cut support

The reporter's question centred on the Israeli Knesset, where right-wing lawmakers voted on Wednesday to advance a bill to impose Israeli sovereignty on the occupied West Bank.

Politics

20 h. ago Instagram and Facebook found in breach of EU law over flagging of illegal content

European Commission initial finding says mechanisms to report and remove illegal content may be ineffectiveInstagram and Facebook have breached EU law by failing to provide users with simple ways to flag illegal content including child sexual abuse material and terrorist content, the European Commission has said.In preliminary finding on Friday, the EU’s executive body said Meta, the $1.8tn California company that runs the social media services, had introduced unnecessary steps in processes for users to submit reports. Continue reading...

Events

20 h. ago 'I cannot understand a word she's saying': Moment frustrated Trump asks French reporter 'where are you from?' after being stumped by her accent during West Bank question

The reporter's question centred on the Israeli Knesset, where right-wing lawmakers voted on Wednesday to advance a bill to impose Israeli sovereignty on the occupied West Bank.

Politics

20 h. ago Revealed: The tourist hotspot where Brits report stolen or lost passports most often

Data from the Foreign Office has found that Britain's favourite holiday destination is a top spot for reports of missing passports.

Politics

20 h. ago How much do new windows cost for UK homes? A 2025 guide to double glazing uPVC prices

The cost of new windows varies widely by material, glazing type, and design. We breaks down what really drives prices and what offers the best long-term value

Economics

20 h. ago Fury as thief steals 21 manhole covers from single street in one night

Residents of Edgewood Drive in Orpington woke up to see that manhole covers had been stolen overnight

Events

21 h. ago Mum took a picture with her kids at Manchester Airport ahead of family holiday... she was arrested minutes later

Leanne Burns was with her two children when was arrested at Manchester Airport and banned from an airline

Society