54 h. ago 'I'm a millennial and here's why the 2026 is the new 2016 trend is stupid'

Helen McPherson, known for posting millennial content to her 93,600 followers on Instagram, recently shared a reel about why she thinks the '2026 is the new 2016 trend is stupid

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3 d. ago People affected by the US visa freeze: share your experience

The Trump administration has paused immigrant visa processing for people from 75 countries. We’re looking to speak to applicants, especially those close to a final decision, about the impact of the suspensionThe Trump administration has indefinitely suspended immigrant visa processing for people from 75 countries, freezing applications from 21 January as part of a sweeping crackdown on legal immigration pathways.We would like to hear from people from countries on the visa ban list who are currently in the immigrant visa application process, particularly those who are at an advanced or final stage. Continue reading...

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4 d. ago Young people, parents and teachers: share your views about Grok AI

We’d like to hear from young people, parents and teachers about how Elon Musk’s controversial chatbot is affecting youDegrading images of real women and children with their clothes digitally removed by Elon Musk’s Grok tool continue to be shared online, despite widespread alarm and a pledge by the platform to suspend users who generate them.While some safeguards have been introduced, the ease with which the AI tool can be abused has raised urgent questions about consent, online safety and the ability of governments worldwide to regulate fast-moving AI technologies. Meanwhile, the misuse of AI to harass, humiliate and sexually exploit people – particularly women and girls – is rapidly escalating. Continue reading...

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5 d. ago F1 driver looks unrecognisable as he shares new look ahead of 2026 season

One Formula One driver has undergone a stunning transformation thanks to their off-season antics

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5 d. ago Motorists advised to take 1 action if car skids on ice this winter

With the cold snap continuing deeper into 2026, experts from Adrian Flux Insurance have shared the key manoeuvre drivers should perform if their car starts skidding on icy roads

Transport

6 d. ago My local pool feels like a cultural refuge – a small, steamy world where accents mingle and minds reset | Shadi Khan Saif

There’s a quiet magic in shared spaces where stories drift across cultures and generations – and no one checks their phoneIt was my first week in the freezing German city of Bonn, on my first-ever international trip – shivering from the cold and bewildered by culture shock. At my hostel reception, a woman tried her best to help me settle in. “Die Sauna is free after 6pm,” she said cheerfully in a mix of German and English, adding that all I needed was a towel.From that day on, sweating in the steaming sauna became my nightly ritual. I couldn’t quite join the occasional conversations that bubbled up around me – my German was very basic and my confidence level was hitting rock bottom. So mostly I sat quietly, listening, nodding, absorbing the rhythm of strangers unwinding at the end of their day. Continue reading...

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7 d. ago Nobel Institute rejects María Corina Machado’s offer to share peace prize with Trump

Organisers clarify award ‘cannot be revoked, shared or transferred’ after Venezuelan opposition leader’s commentsThe organisers of the Nobel peace prize have said it “cannot be revoked, shared or transferred” after Venezuela’s opposition leader, María Corina Machado, said she wanted to give her award to Donald Trump.When Machado was named Nobel laureate in October, it was seen as a snub by the White House, despite Machado rushing to dedicate the prize to the US president and his “decisive support of our cause”. Continue reading...

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8 d. ago World’s richest 1% have already used fair share of emissions for 2026, says Oxfam

Richest 1% took 10 days while wealthiest 0.1% needed just three days to exhaust annual carbon budget, study showsThe world’s richest 1% have used up their fair share of carbon emissions just 10 days into 2026, analysis has found.Meanwhile, the richest 0.1% took just three days to exhaust their annual carbon budget, according to the research by Oxfam. Continue reading...

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1 week ago Traitors star says 'whole cast is connected' as he points out clue we all missed

Traitors star Paul Gorton has shared his theories on the BBC show's 2026 cast - revealing that he thinks there are more connections to be uncovered throughout the series

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1 week ago Exeter City’s plea for more FA Cup cash from Manchester City turned down

League One club asked for greater share of gate receiptsManchester City not changing their standard club policyManchester City will not offer Exeter extra money from Saturday’s third-round FA Cup tie. The financially troubled League One club this week revealed they had asked the Premier League club for a greater proportion of the gate receipts as a “statement of solidarity”.Exeter, whose supporters’ trust is the club’s majority shareholder, will take 8,000 fans to a sold-out Etihad Stadium to face the seven-time FA Cup winners. Each club gets 45% of gate receipts, with the other 10% taken by the Football Association, in line with competition rules. It is estimated ticket sales will generate between £250,000 and £400,000 for Exeter. Continue reading...

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1 week ago As Lloyds share price hits highest since financial crisis, are banks set for a bumper year?

Analysts at investment bank Jefferies believe valuations for UK bank shares have 'considerable scope' to rise further in 2026.

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1 week ago Trump says he plans crackdown on defense firms over executive pay and stock buybacks

President accuses US defense companies of delivery failures and attacks ‘exorbitant’ salaries to top executivesDonald Trump has claimed he plans to crack down on executive compensation and shareholder payouts at military defense contractors, as his administration ramps up spending on the armed forces.In a post on social media, the US president said defense giants had been failing to swiftly deliver “vital” equipment to the US military and its allies across the world. Continue reading...

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1 week ago Warner Bros Discovery tells investors to reject ‘inadequate’ $108bn Paramount bid

Board unwilling to accept hostile takeover despite $40bn guarantee from billionaire Larry EllisonWarner Bros Discovery (WBD) has again told its shareholders to reject an “inadequate” $108.4bn (£80bn) hostile takeover bid by Paramount Skydance amid an extraordinary corporate battle to control the media conglomerate.Paramount, controlled by the billionaire Ellison family, had sought to combat WBD’s criticism of its offer and claims it had “consistently misled” investors by saying it had a “full backstop” – a safety net to ensure it has sufficient funds – from the Ellisons. Continue reading...

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1 week ago Warner Bros Discovery tells investors to reject latest $108bn hostile Paramount bid

Board unwilling to accept hostile takeover despite $40bn guarantee from billionaire Larry EllisonWarner Bros Discovery (WBD) has again told its shareholders to reject an “inadequate” $108.4bn (£80bn) hostile takeover bid by Paramount Skydance amid an extraordinary corporate battle to control the media conglomerate.Paramount, controlled by the billionaire Ellison family, had sought to combat WBD’s criticism of its offer and claims it had “consistently misled” investors by saying it had a “full backstop” – a safety net to ensure it has sufficient funds – from the Ellisons. Continue reading...

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1 week ago How all savers could get up to £275 from Nationwide’s bonus this year

Non-Nationwide members could bag up to £275 if they act soon

Economics

1 week ago Share your health and fitness questions for Devi Sridhar, Mariella Frostrup, and Joel Snape

Whether your question is about exercise, eating, or general wellness, post it below and we’ll put a selection to our panel on the nightThere’s no bad time to take a more active interest in your health, but the new year, for lots of us, feels like a fresh start. Maybe you’re planning to sign up for a 10k or finally have a go at bouldering, eat a bit better or learn to swing a kettlebell. Maybe you want to keep up with your grandkids — or just be a little bit more physically prepared for whatever life throws at you.To help things along, Guardian Live invites you to a special event with public health expert Devi Sridhar, journalist and author Mariella Frostrup, and health and fitness columnist Joel Snape. They’ll be joining the Guardian’s Today in Focus presenter Annie Kelly to discuss simple, actionable ways to stay fit and healthy as you move through the second half of life: whether that means staying strong and mobile or stressing less and sleeping better. Continue reading...

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1 week ago People from Venezuela and neighbouring countries: share your reaction to US raid

We’d like to hear from people in Venezuela, as well as from neighbouring countries mentioned by the Trump administration, about how they are responding to recent US actionsAs Donald Trump prepares to make his first public appearance since Venezuela’s former president, Nicolás Maduro, and his wife, Cilia Flores, appeared in a US court and pleaded not guilty to all charges, there is growing international concern over the shock US military operation in Venezuela, which the UN human rights office has said undermined a fundamental principle of international law.We would like to hear from Venezuelans, both in the country and abroad, about how you are feeling in the wake of these events – either positively or negatively – and what concerns or hopes you have for Venezuela’s future. You might want to share how this is affecting you personally, your family, or people you know on the ground. Continue reading...

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1 week ago New music for 2026: The top 10 bands and solo artists you need to hear

Riot grrrl rock is back, the Irish folk revival reigns supreme, and Gen Z’s answer to The Strokes has arrived. Our music editor Roisin O’Connor shares her expert tips for a 2026 of sonic joy

Culture

1 week ago RAC shares the 10 cheapest cars to insure in 2026 for new drivers

The RAC has compiled a list of the cheapest new cars to insure in 2026 as it highlights the most effective ways for new drivers to reduce their insurance premiums

Transport

1 week ago People in Greenland: share your views on Trump’s recent comments

We’d like to hear from people in Greenland on their thoughts about the US president’s renewed call to take over the territorySpeaking aboard Air Force One on Sunday, Donald Trump doubled down on his claim that Greenland should become part of the United States. “We need Greenland from the standpoint of national security, and Denmark is not going to be able to do it,” Trump told reporters.We’d like to hear from people in Greenland on their views on Trump’s renewed call to take over the autonomous territory. You can share your views below. Continue reading...

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