70 m. ago Sky dishing out 'powerful' £499 Google Pixel Watch for free until next week

The flash deal ends next week

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78 m. ago Top UK Slot Sites – The Best Online Slots & Bonuses in January 2026

Compare licensed UK slot sites and find out which ones The Independent rank as the best places to play real money online slots

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87 m. ago DC pipe bomb suspect must remain in jail before trial, judge rules

Brian Cole, accused of planting bombs before Capitol attack, presents ‘intolerable risk of danger’, court findsA federal magistrate judge has ruled that the man accused of planting pipe bombs outside the Democratic and Republican headquarters the night before the 6 January Capitol attack must remain in custody while awaiting trial.In a memorandum opinion, the court determined that Brian Cole Jr, 30, of Woodbridge, Virginia, “poses an intolerable risk of danger to the community if released”, granting the government’s motion for pretrial detention. Continue reading...

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97 m. ago Travel experts say 'don't book a January hotel' if it has five red flags

Many people book a January holiday to feel refreshed and recharged, but it could be a mistake if you don't do your research - here's what to look for

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2 h. ago Major search under way after ‘number of people in difficulty in water’ at Withernsea

The alarm was raised just after 3.30pm on Friday (2 January) in the seaside town of Withernsea in East Yorkshire

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2 h. ago EuroMillions results live for Friday, January 2 draw as jackpot hits £27m

The new 2026 draw is here

Economics

2 h. ago Trump’s aspirin dosing ‘makes no sense’ says Dick Cheney’s heart specialist

Trump takes high dose of aspirin because he wants ‘nice, thin blood pouring through my heart’ he told Wall Street Journal

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2 h. ago Anthony Joshua’s driver charged with dangerous driving after fatal crash in Nigeria

British boxer was injured in collision that killed his personal trainer Latif Ayodele and strength coach Sina GhamiNigerian police have charged Anthony Joshua’s driver with causing death by dangerous driving after a fatal crash that killed two people.Adeniyi Mobolaji Kayode, 46, was also charged with driving without a valid driving licence and “driving without due care and attention, causing bodily harm and damage to property”. He is due to appear in court on 20 January. Continue reading...

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3 h. ago The tranquil and 'unique' Canary Island with barely any tourists that's 21C in January

The island sees fewer than 1% of the tourists that its neighbour Tenerife attracts, but offers an 'authentic, chilled-out' experience with warm January temperatures

Politics

3 h. ago From Donald Trump to Benjamin Netanyahu, let 2026 be a year of reckoning | Jonathan Freedland

These malign figures will do anything to avoid paying for the harm they have done, but accountability must eventually come to bothIt’s not quite a new year resolution, and it’s certainly not a prediction. Think of it instead as a hope or even a plea for the next 12 months. May the coming year see those leaders who have done so much damage to their own countries, and far beyond, at last be called to account. Let 2026 be a year of reckoning.Start with the man whose reach is longest, by dint of the mighty power he wields. Such is the nature of the US electoral system that Donald Trump, who returned to power less than a year ago, will face the judgment of voters in 10 months’ time. His name will not be on the ballot but, make no mistake, the midterm elections of 3 November will deliver a verdict on the second Trump presidency.Jonathan Freedland is a Guardian columnistGuardian newsroom: Year One of Trumpism: Is Britain Emulating the US? On Wednesday 21 January 2026, join Jonathan Freedla...

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3 h. ago Best Casino Sign Up Bonuses & Offers in the UK (January 2026)

Check out the best casino bonus offers available in the UK today

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3 h. ago Best Bingo Sites: Top 5 Bingo Sites UK Ranked and Reviewed (January 2026)

A rundown of the best bingo sites in the UK, as well as information on how to play bingo and a breakdown of the latest offers and promotions

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3 h. ago Pregnant woman shot dead at Michigan gas station remembered as a ‘beautiful life’ while authorities continue manhunt for gunman

Kendall Berrington was due to give birth on January 14 but was shot and killed on Wednesday

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4 h. ago Man United get green light to complete free transfer for Ruben Amorim after summer decision

Manchester United's January transfer plans are up in the air but Ruben Amorim could strengthen his squad for the future now with a pre-contract agreement

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4 h. ago Morrisons makes major change to thousands of products in January

Changes will help shoppers to save more during January

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4 h. ago Rangers legends and supporters gather to mark 55th anniversary of Ibrox disaster

Mourners came together on Friday to pay their respects to the 66 fans who died on January 2, 1971.

Events

4 h. ago Premium Bonds prize checker: How to find out if you’ve won January’s NS&I draw

Everything you need to know about Premium Bonds in January

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4 h. ago Brennan Johnson seals £35m move to Crystal Palace, West Ham flop seals cut

Daily Mail Sport brings you the latest updates and insights from the January transfer market as West Ham United close in on signing two forwards.

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4 h. ago Ruben Amorim offers bleak Man Utd transfer outlook as he issues reality check

Manchester United appear unlikely to make any moves in the January transfer window, with Ruben Amorim claiming he's had no such conversations with the club's bosses

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5 h. ago 5 gardening tasks you must do in January for a beautiful garden come spring

Garden expert Peter Mortin has shared the essential gardening tasks you should be doing in January to prevent your garden looking barren come spring.

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