51 m. ago Essential hygiene habit to do every day in 2026 but most people skip it

Lots of people plan to implement new health and wellbeing habits throughout the new year, with one hygiene habit commonly missed - even though it should be done every day

Politics

85 m. ago Chicago city break: I followed in footsteps of Ferris Bueller for a few days off

"Life moves pretty fast. If you don't stop and look around once in a while, you could miss it."

Politics

85 m. ago Mamdani to press ahead with tax rises for New York City millionaires

New mayor dismisses fears of an exodus of wealthy residents as he looks to fund his affordability agenda

Economics

1 hour ago Australian man reportedly killed fighting with Ukrainian forces against Russia

Australia’s foreign affairs department seeking to verify reported death of Russell Allan Wilson on 12 DecemberGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastThe department of foreign affairs is trying to confirm the death of an Australian man who was reportedly killed while fighting with Ukrainian forces against Russia last month.According to multiple posts on social media, Russell Allan Wilson was killed on 12 December in the Donetsk region. The ABC reported that a friend of Wilson said he was killed during his final mission, and had been due to be married the week after his death. Continue reading...

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1 hour ago What happened next: how KPop Demon Hunters became a global phenomenon and outranked Lady Gaga

It’s the Korean fantasy movie that came out of nowhere to become Netflix’s most-watched film ever. And social media mentions of its characters are outranking those of real-life superstarsWhen KPop Demon Hunters landed on Netflix in late June, no one predicted it would become a globe-sweeping, chart-topping phenomenon. The near-instant success of the animated kids’ film caught the industry by surprise, and six months later, fans are still hungry for merchandise, music, spin-offs and more stories. Here’s what you may have missed.It’s an animated ‘musical urban fantasy film’The story follows a K-pop girl group called Huntr/x (pronounced “Huntrix”), who are also demon hunters, responsible for protecting humanity from supernatural threats with their combat skills and empowering pop. Their rivals are the Saja Boys, who are secretly demons. When the groups are pitted against one another, the stakes are peace on Earth, and in particular the Honmoon: the magical barrier that protects humans ...

Politics

1 hour ago DWP update over PIP 'changes' and eligibility in 2026 as review explained

The DWP is carrying out a major review and one of its ministers has updated Parliament on what is happening

Politics

1 hour ago Foreign Office confirms British nationals involved in fatal Machu Picchu train crash

Tourism to Machu Picchu has increased by about 25% over the past decade and about 1.5 million people visit the site annually, which was built by the Incas in the 15th century

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2 h. ago Five of the best books of 2025 that deserve a spot on your 2026 TBR list

2025 was a big year for books, and here are five of the best new releases that you won't want to miss out on

Politics

2 h. ago WASPI women launch New Year campaign for State Pension age compensation

An estimated 3.5 million women affected by changes to the official age of retirement could be due compensation.

Politics

2 h. ago '7 things I wish I knew before going vegan as Veganuary starts'

A food blogger named Sadia Badiei, who has more than one million followers on Instagram, has shared a range of tips and advice for people who are considering going vegan

Politics

4 h. ago State Pension age changes as millions could face delayed retirement

The State Pension age is set to rise from 66 to 67 from April 2025, completing by 2028, with a further increase to 68 planned between 2044 and 2046

Economics

5 h. ago Salute to the Lionesses sees London kick off 2026 in style: Capital's patriotic New Year fireworks captivate millions with tributes to sporting greats taking centre stage

Tens of thousands of revellers descended on Britain's capital city this evening in a bid to catch a glimpse of Big Ben ringing in the New Year and more than 12,000 fireworks lighting up the night sky. 

Economics

6 h. ago Secrets of The Traitors S4 cast – from naked artist and glam psychologist to gardener who clashed with MP on TV

CLAUDIA Winkleman had her toughest trial yet devising the new series of The Traitors - because all 22 players wanted to be chosen as baddie.  With players now more clued-up on the BBC murder mystery than ever before, hopefuls have clocked that being cast as a Traitor means you are in control of the game. ...

Culture

7 h. ago Artist murdered at $2m home on millionaires' island 'by son, 45,' during bloodbath that saw her younger disabled son and second woman killed at nearby $1m house

Danielle Cuvillier was found dead at her home alongside her son Mackenzie Williams, 45. Her disabled son Nick and a woman were killed at a second $1m home.

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7 h. ago Body found in search for missing Texas teen identified as Camila Mendoza Olmos, police say

The Bexar County Sheriff’s Office said on Wednesday that the teenager had died by suicide

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8 h. ago EastEnders star breaks down in court after missing driving ban

EastEnders star Colin Salmon, who plays George Knight, appeared in court after speeding in a 20mph zone and broke down in tears when explaining his tough family situation to the room

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8 h. ago Stranger Things star Noah Schnapp defends 'woke' coming out scene after widespread criticism

The 21-year-old SAG Award nominee scored a $7 million paycheck to conclude his role as Will Byers in the final season

Culture

8 h. ago Woman dies after being swept into ocean from Sydney beach in early hours of New Year’s Day

Police said 25-year-old woman hit by a wave near a tidal rock pool at Maroubra, and another swimmer missing at CoogeeGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastA woman has been found dead after being swept out into the ocean from a Sydney beach in the early hours of New Year’s Day.And later in the morning another swimmer went missing in the water at Coogee. Continue reading...

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8 h. ago Trump riffed on Ukraine’s ‘beautiful’ women during peace talks and called former Miss Ukraine to speak with Zelensky, report says

Trump’s side conversation about Ukrainian women ultimately lowered the ‘temperature’ of peace talks with Zelensky, an official claimed

Politics

9 h. ago Urgent search for missing girl, 14, last seen in freezing cold at Kent station

Police are appealing to the public for help as they search for missing 14-year-old girl Maisie Cornish, who was last seen at Maidstone train station in Kent

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