33 m. ago Lisa Cook vows to maintain Fed’s ‘political independence’ after supreme court appears skeptical of Trump’s push to fire her– live

Several justices question Trump’s attempt to fire Federal Reserve governor including Kavanaugh, who says firing Cook could ‘shatter’ Fed’s independenceUS supreme court appears skeptical of Trump’s bid to oust Lisa Cook from Fed boardHouse Republicans are starting a push on Wednesday to hold former president Bill Clinton and former secretary of state Hillary Clinton in contempt of Congress over the Jeffrey Epstein investigation, opening the prospect of the House using one of its most powerful punishments against a former president for the first time.The contempt proceedings are an initial step toward a criminal prosecution by the Department of Justice that, if successful, could send the Clintons to prison.They’re not above the law. We’ve issued subpoenas in good faith.For five months we’ve worked with them. And time’s up. Continue reading...

Politics

89 m. ago Supreme court justices appear skeptical about Trump’s push to fire Fed governor Lisa Cook – live

Conservative justice Brett Kavanaugh says that precedent set by firing Cook could ‘weaken, if not shatter’ Federal Reserve’s independenceUS supreme court considers Trump’s bid to fire Lisa Cook from Fed boardHouse Republicans are starting a push on Wednesday to hold former president Bill Clinton and former secretary of state Hillary Clinton in contempt of Congress over the Jeffrey Epstein investigation, opening the prospect of the House using one of its most powerful punishments against a former president for the first time.The contempt proceedings are an initial step toward a criminal prosecution by the Department of Justice that, if successful, could send the Clintons to prison.They’re not above the law. We’ve issued subpoenas in good faith.For five months we’ve worked with them. And time’s up. Continue reading...

Society

99 m. ago Kemi Badenoch meets with Northern Ireland veterans as she urges Keir Starmer to abandon Labour's plans to scrap immunity measures from Troubles laws

The Tory leader and some of her senior MPs spoke with a group of ex-soldiers in Parliament as they protested against Labour's repeal of Northern Ireland legacy laws.

Events

2 h. ago Manchester United make January transfer window decision for defender

Man Utd youngster Harry Amass returned from his loan with Sheffield Wednesday at the beginning of the month.

Sport

2 h. ago Conservative justices appear skeptical about Trump’s push to fire Fed governor Lisa Cook – live

Supreme court justice Brett Kavanaugh says that precedent set by firing Cook could ‘weaken, if not shatter’ Federal Reserve’s independenceUS supreme court considers Trump’s bid to fire Lisa Cook from Fed boardHouse Republicans are starting a push on Wednesday to hold former president Bill Clinton and former secretary of state Hillary Clinton in contempt of Congress over the Jeffrey Epstein investigation, opening the prospect of the House using one of its most powerful punishments against a former president for the first time.The contempt proceedings are an initial step toward a criminal prosecution by the Department of Justice that, if successful, could send the Clintons to prison.They’re not above the law. We’ve issued subpoenas in good faith.For five months we’ve worked with them. And time’s up. Continue reading...

Society

2 h. ago Arsenal transfer news: 'Brazilian Pedri' price tag discovered as Arteta admits regret

Arsenal's time is running out to make improvements to their squad before the end of the January transfer window in the hopes of not letting another Premier League title evade their grasp

Sport

3 h. ago Supreme court justices push Trump lawyer on how allegations against Fed governor Cook could harm the public – live

Court considers Trump administration’s bid to fire Lisa Cook, asking lawyer to provide evidence for alleged mortgage fraudHouse Republicans are starting a push on Wednesday to hold former president Bill Clinton and former secretary of state Hillary Clinton in contempt of Congress over the Jeffrey Epstein investigation, opening the prospect of the House using one of its most powerful punishments against a former president for the first time.The contempt proceedings are an initial step toward a criminal prosecution by the Department of Justice that, if successful, could send the Clintons to prison.They’re not above the law. We’ve issued subpoenas in good faith.For five months we’ve worked with them. And time’s up. Continue reading...

Society

3 h. ago Celtic learn Tomas Cvancara transfer fee as exact details of option to buy clause 'revealed'

The towering Czech forward is set to become Celtic's second signing of the January window on an initial loan deal

Politics

4 h. ago Supreme Court hears arguments over Trump’s firing of Lisa Cook from the Federal Reserve

Trump’s action against Cook is widely regarded as the most significant challenge to the Fed’s independence since its inception in 1913

Politics

4 h. ago Celtic ‘interested in £10.5m Bundesliga midfielder with 49 caps for Austria’ for late transfer swoop

CELTIC are exploring a deal for a midfielder with almost half a century of international caps, according to reports. So far the Hoops have made just one signing in the January transfer window, welcoming right-back Julian Araujo on loan from Bournemouth. It's understood the Parkhead club are however on the brink of announcing a loan-to-buy...

Economics

5 h. ago Ryan Reynolds handed January transfer warning as Wrexham face PSR concerns

Wrexham have been urged to be cautious in the January transfer window or risk breaking EFL rules

Events

5 h. ago Prince Harry denies claim ‘leaky social circle’ fed stories to journalists

Duke of Sussex rejects that his private information was secured from friends and says publisher has ‘obsession’ with surveilling himPrince Harry has insisted he did not have a “leaky” social circle that gave stories about him to journalists at the Daily Mail and the Mail on Sunday, as he told the high court the publisher of the titles had “an obsession” with surveilling him.Giving evidence in the high court against Associated Newspapers Led (ANL), the Duke of Sussex rejected the publisher’s claims that its journalists had secured information about him from his friends and acquaintances, rather than through unlawful means. Continue reading...

Politics

6 h. ago Man United should reverse January transfer stance to help Michael Carrick

Manchester United have set their stall out for the January transfer window but recent events should see them reverse their stance

Politics

6 h. ago Ryan Reynolds receives clear January transfer verdict as Wrexham PSR reality emerges

Wrexham have been issued a warning over their spending in the January transfer window

Politics

7 h. ago Can't afford Le Creuset and Smeg anymore? Interior designer reveals how you can still get an old

This week, kitchen designer Moores Furniture Group - which produced designs for the likes of celebrity chef Michel Roux Jr - collapsed into administration.

Politics

8 h. ago Aberdeen hold next manager talks as preferred candidate stance revealed amid Robinson and McGlynn swirls

Sporting director Lutz Pfannenstiel has submitted a list of candidates to the Pittodrie board

Politics

8 h. ago Do you think BBC TV licence should be scrapped? Have your say

You need a TV licence to watch or record live TV programmes on any channel - but do you think the fee should be axed altogether?

Politics

9 h. ago Man Utd set to complete transfer as manager gives update on deal

Manchester United are set to complete a transfer with an update being given as the January window reaches its conclusion

Economics

9 h. ago Rangers transfer state of play as 'extreme' Damir Redzic rules made clear and Danny Rohl decides next signing

The German boss still has work to do in the January window despite three players already coming into Ibrox

Politics

10 h. ago Swap bleach on mouldy windows for natural item that completely 'clears it'

Mould on windows is unsightly and can damage materials and air quality, but experts say bleach may make the problem worse by causing it to migrate to other areas

Politics