63 m. ago 'You saved my life': Stephen Graham pays tribute to his wife and children in an emotional winner's speech as he triumphs at the Golden Globes

The British actor won Best Male Actor in a Limited Series, Anthology Series or Motion Picture Made for Television for his stellar role in hard-hitting Netflix drama Adolescence.

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64 m. ago MAGA senator tells Trump to 'kill' Iran's Supreme Leader amid brutal crackdown in Tehran

Republican Sen. Lindsay Graham told President Donald Trump to take strong action in Iran amid a brutal crackdown on protesters who have taken to the streets in recent days.

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68 m. ago Energy firm plunges into administration and abruptly stops trading with nearly 300 jobs axed

A MAJOR energy company has officially entered administration, with 295 jobs lost. The South Wales firm, based in Swansea and Treorchy, confirmed on Friday that it could no longer continue trading. Staff at Consumer Energy Solutions were told on Friday that they were being made redundant, with job losses including sales advisors, project planners, and...

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75 m. ago Autistic Barbie doll is released by Mattel, featuring gaze avoiding eye contact, fidget spinner and noise

Toymakers Mattel say the classic doll has been redesigned 'with guidance from the community' in a bid to 'change the narrative on neurodivergence'.

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92 m. ago American in Scotland baffled by 'unpleasant' weather conditions he's never seen before

Ed, who is originally from the US, moved to Scotland from California and is used to sunshine in the Golden State – but he's still trying to get his head around the dramatic weather conditions

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99 m. ago First ever autistic Barbie doll to represent neurodivergent children

The toy includes an eye gaze slightly to the side, to represent the way some autistic people might avoid direct eye contact

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1 hour ago Stephen Graham tells wife 'you saved my life' in emotional speech at Golden Globes

The 62-year-old actor praised his wife as he picked up his latest award following the continued success of Netflix series, Adolescence

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2 h. ago Binman says waste 'won't be taken away' if 1 item is found in recycling

A binman has told people their rubbish may not be taken away if a simple item is found in their recycling bins. It's a vital piece of information people need to know

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2 h. ago All households urged to ditch table salt for icy paths and use £1 item instead

A woman has shared her winter gritting hack for melting ice on driveways - switching from table salt to a £1 item found in most UK homes, which she calls a 'game-changer'

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2 h. ago How a family were shocked by allegations about a dead dad’s double life: best podcasts of the week

Was British army major Robbie Mills leading a secret double life? Or was his post-humous accuser hoodwinking Mills’ family? A true-crime investigation finds outA true-crime investigation into the supposed secret double life of British army major Robbie Mills. After Mills died in 1955, apparently from an accident on a submarine, a man called John Cotell turned up at his home claiming to be a friend of his – and a fellow spy. Journalist Eugene Henderson tells the troubling tale of Cottell, who rapidly insinuated his way into the Mills family’s lives. Alexi DugginsWidely available, episodes weekly Continue reading...

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2 h. ago Afghan women in the UK: amplifying their voice – a photo essay

Over four years have passed since the Taliban returned to power in Afghanistan. Claudia Janke’s photographic series features 7 Afghan women who have found safety in the UK after escaping at great personal risk. She worked using an Instant Box Camera, the only type of camera allowed under the Taliban’s first regime, reclaimed for the these women to amplify their voicesSince the Taliban’s return to power in Afghanistan in 2021, the regime has imposed sweeping restrictions on the rights of women and girls, with devastating consequences for society. Girls are barred from attending school beyond the sixth grade, and women are prohibited from working, appearing on television, leaving the house alone, and singing or speaking in public. They have been systematically erased from public life.A recent UN Women report underscores the scale of this repression. The Afghanistan Gender Index 2025 reveals, among other findings:No female representation in national or local decision-making bodies.A co...

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2 h. ago Escorted and group guided tour experts – check out Travel Departments 2026 holidays flying from Scotland

All the adventure and none of the hassle, with 30 years; experience and global contacts and guides, this tour company is your perfect travelling companion.

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2 h. ago JD Sports reveals plans to enable shoppers to buy products through AI platforms

The sportswear giant’s tech boss told the Press Association it believes AI is ‘the future of how people will shop’.

Economics

2 h. ago A new start after 60: I adopted a Guide Dog mum – and found true love, community and confidence

After her husband died suddenly, and her children left home, teacher Helen Smith started to question everything in her life. Then a radio programme about a shortage of Guide Dogs gave her an ideaHelen Smith was cleaning her bathroom and listening to the radio, some time after the pandemic, when a story came on about a shortage of guide dogs. The pandemic had made it hard to breed puppies. One vision-impaired owner faced a two-year wait for a new dog. Knowing the importance of her own relationship with dogs, Smith was overcome with sadness for him. Right then, she thought, “Well, what am I going to do with the rest of my life?”She was living in the south of Hesse, in Germany, having moved in 1998 from Shropshire for her husband’s work. Their daughters were nine and three. The family settled. They got a dog. Smith found tutoring work and started a business teaching English.Tell us: has your life taken a new direction after the age of 60? Continue reading...

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2 h. ago Arsenal news: Mikel Arteta told Liverpool only rivals for transfer as £35m target emerges

Arsenal are continuing to be linked with players ahead of the February 2 transfer deadline, with Mikel Arteta going all out to win the Premier League and Champions League

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3 h. ago Iran summons British ambassador over protesters removing flag at London embassy

Iran summons British ambassador over protesters removing flag at London embassy  The Times of Israel

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3 h. ago New autistic Barbie comes with headphones and a fidget spinner

The doll also has loose clothing and avoids eye contact

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4 h. ago Real life mean girl? Amanda Seyfried caught mocking stars and grimacing over loss as she emerges as Golden Globes' sorest runner

Amanda Seyfried raised eyebrows at the 2026 Golden Globes after cameras caught a series of awkward reactions she made during the night's major acting announcements.

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4 h. ago I moved to London from New Zealand — locals always ask me the same question

I moved to the UK in 2024. It was the best decision of my life but that doesn't mean it was easy.

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5 h. ago Dear Coleen: I’m happy with my younger lover but I’m told it will fail

The woman told Coleen: "He is mature and I’m young at heart, so we meet in the middle."

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