39 m. ago Polish 'stalker' who claimed to be Madeleine McCann tells court 'American psychic Fia Johansson kept her captive in US after arranging for her to appear on Dr Phil show'

Julia Wandelt said Fia Johansson also made her 'hand over' her social media accounts after promising to help her get a DNA test to prove she was Madeleine.

Events

43 m. ago Zara Tindall's surprisingly affordable handbag is the perfect autumn accessory

Zara Tindall attended Cheltenham Racecourse in the perfect tonal outfit for autumn, and her surprisingly affordable bag was a great finishing touch

Politics

44 m. ago 'It's not dangerous' to talk about Brexit changes to undo economic harm of quitting EU, says Rachel Reeves

Labour had shied away from mentioning the B-word before the 2024 general election for fear of alienating voters in the so-called ‘Red Wall’

Economics

47 m. ago Liverpool handed Marc Guehi transfer update as fresh exit pathway emerges after deal collapse

Marc Guehi was on the verge of a move to Liverpool in the summer transfer window before the transfer fell apart at the last minute, but the England international could yet be on the move in January

Economics

50 m. ago Cocoon yourself in warmth and leave the heating off with Dunelm’s £11 buy that doesn’t use any electric

WITH the rise in cost of living and the drop in temperatures, turning on your heating can be a conflicting choice. Thankfully, you can keep warm without cranking up your thermostat, all you need is this budget buy from Dunelm. Shoppers can "stay super warm and cosy" all winter long without racking up their household...

Economics

71 m. ago The UK's 8 best Christmas markets you must visit this winter —including one near Manchester

As the festive season approaches, many people will be planning to head to a Christmas market to immerse themselves in the magic and pick out unique, handmade presents for their loved ones

Politics

82 m. ago As Netherlands goes to the polls again, Geert Wilders faces isolation

With other parties refusing to govern with the far-right leader, months of political deadlock may lie aheadDutch election: the key players and main issuesVoters in the Netherlands return to the polls on Wednesday less than two years after Geert Wilders led his party to a shock election win that the anti-immigration agitator could well repeat – but this time, with little chance of his party ending up in government.Polls suggest that Wilders’ far-right Freedom party (PVV) could again finish first in a vote triggered when he pulled it out of a fractious and ineffectual four-party rightwing coalition last June in a row over his 10-point plan for a radical crackdown on refugees. Continue reading...

Politics

82 m. ago Hamas 'fakes hostage remains discovery and sends back body parts of captive who was recovered two years ago'

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu 's office said the partial remains handed over by Hamas on Monday night did not match any of the 13 deceased hostages still believed to be in Gaza .

Events

1 hour ago Leasehold reform edges closer as freeholders lose High Court challenge: What's next for homeowners?

We look at what this latest development means, what leasehold reforms are tabled, and when they are likely to happen.

Events

1 hour ago Man suffers heart attack at funeral after finding STRANGER in loved one's coffin

Heartbroken relatives were left horrified by a mix-up at the man's funeral when his body couldn't be located - and his aunt has described the moment she saw a stranger lying in the casket

Events

1 hour ago Cash and carry! Moment raiders use telehandler machine to steal entire ATM machine from Sainsbury's shopfront

In the footage, taken by horrified nearby residents, the heavy machinery can be seen dragging the cash machine out of the hole in the wall leaving significant damage to the storefront in Milton Keynes.

Economics

1 hour ago Want to go to a UK university? Don’t ask me to help you write your personal statement | Zoe Williams

How do you impress admissions tutors? Apparently not by waffling on about babysitting experience, or a love of crochetIt’s university entrance season, and so begin the trials of the personal statement, which now takes the form of three questions: “Why do you want to study this course or subject?; How have your qualifications and studies helped you to prepare for this course or subject?; What else have you done to prepare outside education, and why are these experiences useful?” – 4,000 characters for the Ucas form, in which every 17- and 18-year-old has to express their uniqueness, while at the same time answering the same generic questions. I can’t help my own kids with this because they’re Stemmy (as in science and maths-oriented). their scope of interests is expressed in formulae, and if I ever have the audacity to ask them to translate it back into words, they shake their heads and go, “You’re never going to understand electron configuration”, in the exact tone of voice you’d us...

Politics

1 hour ago Labour slumps to record low in polls while Reform and Greens surge

New figures from YouGov for ‘The Times’ found that 17 per cent of voters back Labour

Politics

2 h. ago Households urged to add one thing to washing machine this winter to prevent damp

Experts have shared a handy tip that will help speed up drying your laundry this winter.

Politics

2 h. ago Mad moment clubbers and security guards brawl as blind man pepper sprayed in the mouth

A blind mind, later identified as a 37-year-old male known only as Sergey, who was taken to hospital where he was found to have a broken arm, a concussion, and burns

Events

2 h. ago Three Arsenal players set for Carabao Cup chance against Brighton

Mikel Arteta to hand several fringe players a start in fourth-round tie at Emirates Stadium

Sport

2 h. ago Dramatic 999 call heard at trial of five accused of murdering Joanne Penney

The trial heard a 'desperate' 999 call was made to police just moments after Ms Penney was shot

Events

2 h. ago Joanne Penny said 'I've been shot' then 'just flopped forward'

The trial heard a 'desperate' 999 call was made to police just moments after Ms Penney was shot

Events

2 h. ago Delhi leaders accused of stocking up on air purifiers as ordinary people suffer in capital’s smog crisis

Delhi’s newly elected government is said to have sanctioned £5,200 for 15 air purifiers to be installed at its own offices, just days after India’s top court permitted the use of so-called ‘green’ fireworks for Diwali

Politics

2 h. ago Artisan bakery opening in Greater Manchester to hand out free treats to first 1,000 customers

Bread Ahead customers must hurry because the free treats will only be available until stocks last

Economics