44 m. ago ‘They decided to kill us with cold’: Ukrainians struggle against Russian assault on power network

Chernihiv residents say they are without power for 14 hours a day as they gather in ‘invincibility points’ to charge up and warm upValentyna Ivanivna showed off her new head torch. It was a present from her grandson, she said. Most evenings she wears it while doing household chores: cooking dinner, washing up and stacking plates. “It’s impossible to plan anything without power. You can’t even invite people round for a cup of tea because the kettle won’t work. It’s stressful and exhausting for everyone,” she explained.Ivanivna lives in Chernihiv, an ancient Ukrainian city known for its early medieval cathedrals. The border with Belarus and Russia is a short drive away, across a landscape of pine forests, villages with geese and the occasional wandering moose. In 2022, Russian troops invaded and occupied most of the oblast. They bombed and laid siege to Chernihiv, pulling out after six weeks and rolling north. Continue reading...

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44 m. ago Celebrity crib sheet: Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande are back on the red carpet – here are seven things you need to know

As Wicked: For Good premieres in the UK, find out just how close its costars are, why so many of the cast are vegan and the truth about Grande’s move away from popIt doesn’t matter if you’ve never seen the musical, have no interest in the film or are left cold by red carpets: Wicked season is here again, and you will be made to pay attention. After last year’s chaotic press tour for the first instalment, giving rise to some of 2025’s biggest and most bizarre pop culture moments, all eyes are now on the rollout of the sequel Wicked: For Good and the theatre-kid capers of its stars, Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande. Here’s what you need to know.1. They are still ‘holding space’ for one another Last year’s Wicked press tour was an infamous love-in for Grande and Erivo. Such was the intensity of their connection and mutual affection, both were frequently moved to tears in interviews. The enduring image was of Erivo stroking Grande’s index finger in response to a journalist’s unintelligib...

Politics

74 m. ago Rachel Reeves needs to put cutting household energy bills at forefront of budget

Record View says if the government doesn't bring gas and electricity bills down, voters will wonder if Labour are serious about the cost-of-living crisis.

Economics

1 hour ago Cat owners warned over fatal danger during UK cold spell and how to prevent it

Antifreeze and rock salt pose fatal dangers to cats during winter weather, with RSPCA urging pet owners to watch for poisoning signs as cold spell hits UK

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3 h. ago 4 surprising reasons why your home still feels cold — fix it without turning up the heating

An interiors expert has revealed four simple ways to make our homes feel warmer and to combat the increasingly dropping temperatures this winter with these easy hacks

Society

5 h. ago Emmerdale's Bear takes revenge over Anya and a villager's abrupt exit 'sealed'

Emmerdale spoilers have teased violent scenes next week as Bear challenges Ray over Anya's death, and Lewis is reeling over some news about Kev when the police come knocking

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5 h. ago Rain and blustery winds hit UK this weekend after cold snap ends

Spells of rain and wind are expected across parts of the UK

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5 h. ago Muzzled at last! Giant mastiff that almost savaged the Queen's son's Jack Russell Maud is spotted with protective cage over its jaws as it goes out for a walk

The giant mastiff that savaged a Jack Russell belonging to Tom Parker Bowles in West London last Thursday has been spotted wearing a muzzle one week after the sickening attack.

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6 h. ago M65 traffic LIVE: Serious crash leaves motorway closed as police issue warning

The M65 is currently closed westbound between junctions 9 and 10 due to a serious road traffic collision, Lancashire police have said

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7 h. ago Passengers warn 'maniac' driver going 80mph in 30 zone he is 'crazy' just moments before killing teenager, 19, as he crossed the road

Chilling mobile phone footage shows Regan Kemp, 26, speeding at 80mph on a 30mph road just before he knocked down 19-year-old Ashton Kitchen-White.

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7 h. ago RAY MASSEY: Toyota's Land Cruiser switches from diesel to electrified hybrid

Manufacturer adds a lithium-ion battery and electric motor-generator to engine and an eight-speed automatic gearbox.

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8 h. ago What you need to know about when the cold snap will come to an end

The cold snap has seen temperatures drop to as low as -12C in some parts of the country

Politics

8 h. ago Jake Paul drops Tyson Fury bombshell and then vows to 'knock out' Anthony Joshua

Jake Paul has vowed to knock out Anthony Joshua in December before setting his sights on a blockbuster showdown with Tyson Fury in 2026, despite the former world champion announcing his retirement from boxing earlier this year

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9 h. ago JOHN MURDOCH'S DRIVE TIME: We try out new Ford Puma electric and discover how Mazda is making changes to two premium flagship SUV models

Ford has kept the refreshed smart design and practicality that has made the Puma such a hit and added their own smooth and punchy electric motor to give fans of the compact SUV even more choice.

Politics

10 h. ago Charley Webb reveals diagnosis which helps explain her 'cold' personality as she opens up about neurodiversity

Charley Webb has revealed that she is in the early stages of being assessed for both autism and ADHD, and has more investigations to undergo.

Politics

11 h. ago US speed skating star eyes Winter Olympics glory after pneumonia battle and gruesome bike crash

Jordan Stolz is still only 21 years old but believes he is ready to shine at the Winter Olympics in February

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12 h. ago Mohammed bin Salman, the autocratic Saudi moderniser trying to escape his past

After being cold-shouldered in 2018, the crown prince is once again being embraced by governments and investors

Politics

12 h. ago Rachel Reeves is studiously ignoring the cause of Britain’s woes: the Brexit

The autumn budget will mop up some damage, but the true source of the economic crisis is clear. The government should now fix it – don’t hold your breathImagine a family stuck in a house that constantly floods. The carpets are soaked, the walls damp. It’s always cold, no matter how much they turn up the heating.The family try everything. They promise to replace the sodden carpets and find new, innovative ways to warm the house. Someone with a laptop wonders if AI might be the answer. But no one ever looks upwards and says: maybe we should just repair the giant hole in the roof. Continue reading...

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13 h. ago Save up to £40 off Man Utd, Tottenham and Liverpool match tickets and hotel stays with Black Friday offer

WE HAVE the perfect Black Friday offer for football fans - discounted prices to top games. Our friends at SportsBreaks have knocked up to £40 off the price of their packages to Premier League and Champions League games. The packages include an official match ticket and an overnight stay in a hand-picked hotel. This offer...

Society

14 h. ago Marks and Spencer knocks 20% off on 'cosy and warm' duvet coats amid the cold weather

Marks and Spencer has slashed the price of its cosy duvet coat by 20%, and it's the perfect time to snap it up, as the UK has been hit with colder weather and snowfall in areas

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