1 hour ago Coronation Street fans 'not ready' for shock 'affair' as actress reacts to new 'family' casting

Carl Webster will soon be arriving onto the Cobbles for the very first time amid a complicated time for the family

Society

2 h. ago Coleen Nolan breaks down in tears live on Loose Women after emotional surprise in ITV studio for 60th birthday

The star, who will celebrate the milestone on March 12, was treated some unexpected faces in the show's audience.

Politics

2 h. ago Norway suspend staff in ski jump cheat scandal at world championships

Team admitted cheating by employing altered suitsCoach and equipment manager both suspendedThe Norwegian ski federation has suspended a ski jumping coach and an equipment manager over their alleged role in a cheating scandal which shook the world championships this weekend.The federation said coach Magnus Brevig and equipment manager Adrian Livelten were suspected of modifying ski suits by sewing in an extra seam in an attempt to create more lift in the air. Norway is one of the traditional powers within ski jumping, and the scandal at its home world championships has caused a massive outcry in a country that prides itself on its winter sports prowess. Continue reading...

Politics

3 h. ago Scots living near 'monster pylon' projects to save £250 a year on energy bills

Labour ministers vow to introduce new legal requirements to ensure communities benefit from upgrades to National Grid infrastructure.

Economics

3 h. ago I was never good enough for my 'perfect' MIL. Then I learned her dirty little secret and got revenge

A well-known WAG has revealed the extraordinary way she got revenge on her athlete husband's meddling mother...

Politics

4 h. ago The DWP forced over 680,000 people to pay for its own mistakes. Now campaigners want the law changed

Exclusive: The DWP must ‘take responsibility’ for its mistakes, campaigners say

Politics

4 h. ago Ronaldo and Real Valladolid: with the magic gone, all that’s left is a crisis | Sid Lowe

After his takeover in 2018, the early enthusiasm has long gone, and so mostly has he. Now he wants to get on his bikeAt the end of training on Friday, as Real Valladolid’s players left the annex next to the José Zorrilla stadium and headed off under grey skies, rain preparing to roll in, a surprise waited for them. It was the final session before the weekend their coach said would show what hopes they had, an opportunity not so much to save their season as still have one, and there was he was: the Original Ronaldo, in the flesh. He came to encourage them, he said, going round the dressing room reminding them what it means to be committed, always. “Thank you for accompanying the team before the Valencia game!” the club tweeted, exclamation included. The Brazilian, after all, is one of the greatest footballers ever.He is also their owner and president. But still this was unexpected: they hadn’t seen him for months and didn’t think they would see him now either. He had been in the dire...

Events

4 h. ago How PIP could be changing as Labour ‘looks to cut £5 billion’ from the benefit

Estimates of Labour cuts continue to rise as Labour MPs grapple with ministers

Economics

6 h. ago Mum in tears after being caught in lie for £16k Universal Credit claim

Kayley Evans, 22, admitted a charge of dishonesty making a false statement to the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) to obtain a benefit, advantage or payment.

Economics

6 h. ago White Lotus fans celebrate after unexpected star’s brief full

‘I did not have this on my bingo card,’ joked one fan

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7 h. ago Bereavement support payment: how much will UK allowance benefit rise in April 2025

Starting in April, many payments will get a much-needed boost to support families 💰

Politics

7 h. ago 'Failures' may have led to solider's death during training exercise in Scottish Highlands

Lance Corporal Joe Spencer, 24, from Hampshire, was killed on November 1 2016 when his gun went off unexpectedly during a sniper training course in Tain.

Events

7 h. ago ‘I contemplated the unthinkable’: Karla Sofía Gascón speaks out about ‘overwhelmingly painful’ Oscars season

The Emilia Pérez actor, whose offensive resurfaced tweets sank the film’s hopes for awards glory, says public hatred left her ‘on the edge’Karla Sofía Gascón, the first out trans actor to be nominated for an Oscar, whose hopes of winning were dashed after offensive social media posts were surfaced a month before the ceremony, has spoken out about the “unexpected, devastating storm” of awards season.The Spanish actor says that the final stretch of the race, was the “most exposed” period of her life. She faced widespread criticism for her tweets, and despite repeated apologies, was cold-shouldered by the cast and crew of Emilia Pérez, while studio Netflix dropped her from campaigns and cut off funds allowing her to travel to ceremonies. A contract with her Spanish publisher was cancelled, and senior politicians in her home country spoke of their disappointment in her. Continue reading...

Politics

8 h. ago Relationship expert reveals how to 'affair proof' your marriage

Susan Trombetti, a relationship expert and matchmaker, said when it comes to affairs many begin when people don't appreciate their partners.

Politics

9 h. ago Hundreds of Scots have flights to Germany cancelled amid airport strikes

An unexpected walkout of staff at airports in Germany began last night.

Events

9 h. ago Labour MP Rachael Maskell warns against 'draconian cuts' as DWP plans benefit change

Rachael Maskell has suggested she has detected "deep, deep concern" from colleagues in the Commons, amid risks of a rift between the Government and the back benches

Events

9 h. ago People over State Pension age due up to £1,362 each month in new financial year

The annual uprating will see weekly State Pension and benefit payments rise on April 7.

Economics

15 h. ago Sydney caravan a ‘fake terrorism plot’ and antisemitic attacks a scheme to divert police resources, authorities allege

‘The caravan plot was an elaborate scheme contrived by organised criminals domestically and from offshore,’ AFP deputy commissioner Krissy Barrett saysGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastFederal police say a caravan found in Sydney earlier this year was “never going to cause a mass casualty event” and was a “fake terrorism plot”.The Australian federal police deputy commissioner Krissy Barrett said on Monday investigators now believed the caravan incident was concocted by criminals who wanted to cause fear for personal benefit. Continue reading...

Events

15 h. ago Readers' letters: Rachel Reeves doesn't need to cut benefits

A reader says the German solution to funding defence and infrastructure spending suggests benefit cuts should not be necessary

Politics

18 h. ago SHANE WATSON: I'm a style expert. Here's how to dress like a fashion editor

The cheat's guide to looking like a fashion editor (or just more in the know).

Culture