33 m. ago Benidorm Brits cheering in the streets as lights come on after 'day of chaos'

EXCLUSIVE: Speaking to the Daily Star from Benidorm, ex-veteran Dean Griffin said he and his wife Kerry 'can finally enjoy our holiday' while fellow Brits cheered in the streets as the lights were turned on again

Events

56 m. ago The hottest April for seven years: Temperatures set to hit 29C by Thursday as Britain enjoys first taste of summer as warm air moves up from Europe

Britain is set for an early summer's day this week as temperatures could hit 29C by Thursday, bringing high UV and pollen levels across the country.

Events

81 m. ago LIV Golf star now £3m richer after refusing to listen to Rory McIlroy

Tom McKibbin could one day fill Rory McIlroy's shoes as Northern Ireland's most celebrated golfer, but it looks like he'll do it with LIV Golf rather than on the PGA Tour

Economics

93 m. ago Perfume fans rush to try luxury Penhaligon's 'scent of royalty' worth £215 for £10

"This perfume is absolutely beautiful! The scent of peach and vanilla really comes through and lasts the entire day. I wore it on holiday and had multiple compliments too. The smell is genuinely too nice to only wear on special occasions!"

Economics

2 h. ago Starmer says ‘I don’t trust Putin’ as Russian leader promises 72

Vladimir Putin announced a unilateral three-day ceasefire to coincide with the 80th anniversary of the end of the Second World War in Europe.

Politics

2 h. ago FTSE 100 matches longest run of consecutive gains in eight years

The blue-chip index nudged up on Monday to mark its 11th straight day in the green.

Politics

2 h. ago Eight men face trial after trouble at Scottish Premiership match between Motherwell and Celtic

Prosecutors say a police officer was injured as fans without tickets forced their way into Fir Park, causing "mass overcrowding" in the stadium.

Politics

3 h. ago John Terry thanks runner dressed as a SHOE for kind gesture during London Marathon

Chelsea legend John Terry ran the London Marathon in a little over five hours on gruelling day and later claimed that it was the toughest thing he had ever done

Sport

3 h. ago John Oliver on RFK Jr: ‘A man who is clearly in way over his worm

The Last Week Tonight host discusses JD Vance meeting the late pope and delves into the decimation of the US healthcare system under Robert F Kennedy JrJohn Oliver kicked off his Sunday evening episode of Last Week Tonight by acknowledging the death of Pope Francis at the age of 88 last Monday. Francis died “just a day after meeting with JD Vance – which, honestly, relatable”, he quipped.The host speculated on who could replace Francis, including potential candidates Cardinal Pietro Parolin, Cardinal Matteo Zuppi and Cardinal Pierbattista Pizzaballa, “whose last name apparently translates to pizza dance”. “And I know that it sounds almost offensively Italian,” said Oliver, “but do keep in mind every last name in Italy means pizza dance. Continue reading...

Politics

3 h. ago Cardiff University staff suspend first day of strike action over cuts and agree to talks

A walk out by Cardiff University staff has been put on hold for talks with bosses chaired by the Advisory, Conciliation, and Arbitration Service (Acas)

Events

3 h. ago Struggling with conflict and meltdowns? Bringing children up the Danish way could help

The author of The Danish Way Every Day reveals how Danes raise such well-behaved

Events

3 h. ago £10* unlimited day travel on Northern trains only with the North edition of the Star

It’s back! A fantastic offer saving you money on your travel with Northern valid until July 2025

Economics

3 h. ago Wife of British man detained in Dubai calls on PM to act to secure his release

Heather Cornelius delivered a letter to 10 Downing Street on Monday, the day after her husband Ryan Cornelius’s 71st birthday.

Politics

3 h. ago Trump tells Canada to vote for ‘51st state’ in election day intervention

US president weighs in as battle between Mark Carney and Pierre Poilievre goes down to the wire

Politics

4 h. ago £10* unlimited day travel on Northern trains only with the North edition of the Mirror

It’s back! A fantastic offer saving you money on your travel with Northern valid until July 2025

Economics

4 h. ago The Centre, Livingston unveils plans to host spring and summer fashion event this Saturday

On the day of the ‘Seasonal Style-Up’ event shoppers will be able to get an express colour analysis, which was popular in the 80’s thanks to the bestselling book, ‘Color Me Beautiful’ by Carole Jackson, and find out which colours can help enhance their natural features and personal style.

Politics

4 h. ago Kim Kardashian's daughter North, 11, is TALLER than mom as they wear pajamas in public after spa day

Kim Kardashian and her daughter North West enjoyed a lavish spa day in Los Angeles over the weekend on Sunday - after backlash over wearing pricey jewelry to the beach.

Politics

4 h. ago Jeremy Renner speaks about ‘tiny but monumental slip of the mind’ which led to snowplough accident

The actor describes the horrifying details of the ordeal that left him with 38 broken bones in his upcoming memoirJeremy Renner has detailed the chain of events which led to him being crushed by his own snowplough on New Year’s Day 2023.Writing in his upcoming memoir, Renner, 54, has shared his memories of the moments before and during his experience being dragged under his own vehicle while trying to save his 27-year-old nephew, Alexander Fries, outside his home in Lake Tahoe. Continue reading...

Politics

4 h. ago Why Putin’s latest ceasefire claim raises immediate suspicion

As Putin makes his grand three-day truce announcement, Ukrainians on the ground are immediately dismissive of claims he is serious – there are good reasons for that, writes chief international correspondent Bel Trew

Politics

4 h. ago Cut energy costs in 'half' as best time of day to use tumble dryer revealed

Tumble dryers, particularly older models, can be one of the most energy-guzzling appliances in the home - but changing when you use them may help you make significant savings

Politics