34 m. ago Teen rapist lived in 'fantasy world' of porn and launched horror attack on child

Sebastian Robinson, 20, committed rape and sexual assault against a child victim when he was a teenager after developing a 'toxic' pornography habit that saw him 'plummet into a fantasy world'

Events

40 m. ago Bondi Beach massacre of Jews celebrating Chanukah underlines the importance of teaching children not to hate

We should always strive to be one human family that embraces kindness over bitterness and love over hate

Society

55 m. ago Paul Doyle's first words to cops as child lays trapped beneath car

Doyle has pleaded guilty to 31 offences.

Politics

61 m. ago True story of Liverpool parade crash carnage finally made public

Paul Doyle shouted insults as he blasted his horn, listened to Rihanna and drove into more than 100 babies, children, women and men during a Liverpool FC parade

Events

79 m. ago The gifts that are more expensive this year as Trump’s tariffs have uneven effect on holiday prices

Experts recommend checking out secondhand stores and discount retailers to find cheaper prices

Politics

89 m. ago From pet GPS tracker to the best tequila – the ultimate last minute Christmas gift ideas list

Still searching for the perfect Christmas gifts? Don’t worry, I’ve got you covered with a list of crowd-pleasers, including a GPS pet tracker for peace of mind, stylish and affordable Ugg dupes, and more

Politics

1 hour ago ‘The antithesis to Nazi ideology’: how Pippi Longstocking was born to stand up to Hitler

A new documentary explores how Astrid Lindgren’s beloved children’s books about the pigtailed free spirit were written in response to the darkest days of the second world warShe’s the mischievous little red-haired Swedish girl with the pigtails. Since 1945, this waif with no mother or father has rarely been out of the bestseller lists and continues to inspire musicals and movies. Heyday Films, the outfit behind Paddington and James Bond, is now developing an English-language adaptation of her stories.What isn’t generally known outside her native Sweden are the circumstances in which author Astrid Lindgren created Pippi during the darkest period of the second world war, under the shadow of Hitler and Stalin. Continue reading...

Events

1 hour ago Bondi shooting: what we know about antisemitic terror attack in Sydney | The Latest

Australia suffered one of the deadliest massacres in its modern history on Sunday when two gunmen opened fire on a Jewish celebration at Bondi in Sydney. At least 16 people died, including one of the alleged gunmen, with more than 40 left wounded. The victims include a 10-year-old child, a Holocaust survivor and a London-born rabbi. The alleged gunmen behind the attack are a father-son duo, suspected of using legally obtained firearms to commit the massacre. Naveed Akram, 24, was known to New South Wales police and security agencies and had been linked with an Islamic State cell. The Australian prime minister, Anthony Albanese, is facing questions about gun law reform and security failings as Australians reel from the attack. Lucy Hough talks to the Guardian Australia senior reporter Ben Doherty Continue reading...

Events

1 hour ago Paul Doyle's 6 words to cops as pensioner and children lay trapped under his car

Paul Doyle's six-word statement was caught on police bodycam as he was bundled into the back of a van after ploughing into crowds at Liverpool's victory parade

Politics

2 h. ago Prisoners appear in court to deny murdering child killer Kyle Bevan at maximum

Bevan, 33, was discovered dead in his cell at HMP Wakefield where he was serving a life sentence for murdering his partner's two-year-old daughter.

Events

2 h. ago You've just helped hundreds of children and their families in Wales at Christmas and we could not be more blown away

We cannot say thankyou enough, your generosity has changed Christmas for so many children

Society

2 h. ago Parents outsmarted by their children when it comes to animal knowledge, study reveals

CHILDREN know more about the animal kingdom than their parents, according to research. A poll of 1,000 parents and their children, found 77 per cent of grown-ups admit they have been posed an animal question from their child they didn’t know the answer to. With pets, dinosaurs, and mammals among the areas children are particularly...

Society

2 h. ago Man who drove into Liverpool FC parade was ‘in a rage’, court told

Paul Doyle, 54, is due to be sentenced on Tuesday after admitting 31 offences against 21 adults and eight childrenA man was “in a rage” as he mowed down dozens of Liverpool football club fans at a victory parade in what many feared was a terrorist attack, a court has heard.Victims of Paul Doyle wept as dashcam footage showed bodies spinning through the air as he accelerated into crowds while screaming: “Fucking hell, move!” Continue reading...

Events

2 h. ago Cruz Beckham offers another olive branch to estranged brother Brooklyn in a nostalgic post after watching home videos of his sibling as they prepare to spend Christmas apart

Cruz ensured his eldest brother wasn't far from his thoughts on Sunday afternoon by sharing a home video clip of himself and Brooklyn as children.

Society

3 h. ago Older adults may struggle to learn a new language but classes are a worthwhile exercise

It’s well established that children have an easier time learning second languages

Politics

3 h. ago Damning Liverpool crash evidence that 'made Paul Doyle change his plea'

The man who stood accused of ploughing his car into a crowd of football fans - injuring 134 people, including children - has changed his plea to guilty in an unexpected U-turn

Events

3 h. ago Love Island’s Lochan dating Too Hot To Handle star after bitter court battle with ex Whitney

LOVE Island's Lochan Nowacki has moved on from his bitter feud with ex Whitney Adebayo and is dating another reality star. Our exclusive picture shows Lochan, 27, and Too Hot To Handle's Brianna Giscombe, 30, looking very cosy while riding the Central Line in London. Brianna wore a stylish cream coat and could be seen...

Events

3 h. ago Christmas gift warning over hidden dangers in three children’s toys

A seemingly harmless children’s toy can turn into something much more dangerous in seconds

Events

3 h. ago Amazon showed film with sex and drugs when children tried to watch PG movie

The woman had tried to put on Diary of a Wimpy Kid but instead got a 15 film with 'strong sex'

Culture

3 h. ago Nobody's Child's 'snug and stylish' £155 coat is cheaper on M&S with £43 off

This Nobody's Child coat is on sale at Marks and Spencer for £20 less than the brand's reduced price

Economics