46 h. ago David Squires on Amorim and Maresca being thrown overboard in power struggles

Our cartoonist on a typically sedate start to 2026 at two of the Premier League’s biggest football ‘projects’David’s favourite cartoons of 2025 | Buy one hereAnd his latest book, Chaos in the Box: get it now Continue reading...

Politics

46 h. ago Scottish golfers start 2026 campaign in top US amateur event

Tartan trio teeing up in Jones Cup Invitational at Sea Island in Georgia

Politics

50 h. ago Hundreds of schools CLOSED across Scotland for second day as another heavy snow dump hits amid amber Met Office warning

SCHOOLS have been forced to close for a second day as snow chaos continues across Scotland. The whole country is under Met Office weather warnings today as blizzards bring a freezing start to 2026. Northern parts of Scotland have been battered by the flurries in recent days, with between 5-10cm of snow falling. Hundreds of...

Events

66 h. ago Kate Middleton faces new pressure as Royal Family pins hopes on her amid Andrew scandal

The Princess of Wales will have a busy 2026 as the Royal Family hope for a much-needed fresh start following a scandal-filled 2025

Politics

2 d. ago BREAKING: Man United explain Ruben Amorim sack decision as statement confirms replacement

Manchester United have parted ways with Ruben Amorim after a dismal 2025 and poor start to 2026.

Politics

3 d. ago British No 3 secures biggest win of her career in Auckland to start 2026 season

Francesca Jones, now ranked inside the top-100 in the world, secured a terrific victory at the Auckland Open

Politics

3 d. ago Weather tracker: Arctic air grips Europe as severe winds batter Corsica

Subzero temperatures, heavy snowfall and powerful gusts mark a harsh start to 2026 for manyIt has been a cold start to the year across much of Europe, particularly in central regions, where temperatures dropped to double-digit negatives. Heavy snowfall hit parts of eastern and central Europe on New Year’s Eve, notably in Poland and Ukraine, with similar conditions across the Alps on the first few days of the year.The cold is likely to continue this week as an Arctic air mass sinks south across Europe, pulling temperatures well below the seasonal average outside south-east Europe. Temperatures are expected to fall widely by about 5C (41F) below average, with some areas – such as parts of central and north-eastern Europe – up to 10C lower than the norm. When wind chill is taken into account, it will feel even colder. Continue reading...

Society

3 d. ago Reduced rate for Scottish golfers on rebranded St Andrews course

Fife course named after former prince Andrew now officially under new management

Politics

3 d. ago Kate Middleton’s fresh struggle as Royal Family’s biggest hope after Andrew scandal

As the Princess of Wales celebrates her 44th birthday at the start of 2026, it signals a much-needed new year and new start for the family following a scandal-filled 2025

Politics

3 d. ago Royal family 'really needs royal star' Kate Middleton after dramatic year

EXCLUSIVE: As the Princess of Wales celebrates her 44th birthday at the start of 2026, it signals a much-needed new year and new start for the family following a scandal-filled 2025

Politics

3 d. ago Man City feel like they have a January cheat code amid injury gloom

Manchester City will not want to get carried away by Rodri's return but his start to 2026 has been outstanding

Events

3 d. ago Former British schoolgirl, 15, confirmed as victim of New Year's Swiss ski resort fire

Charlotte Niddam, 15, was one of 40 people killed and over 100 injured in the blaze at the Crans-Montana resort's Constellation bar while celebrating the start of 2026

Events

3 d. ago Newcastle 2 Crystal Palace 0: Guimaraes and Thiaw goals see Eddie Howe’s Toon make perfect start to 2026

BRUNO GUIMARAES gave Newcastle’s Premier League season lift-off as captain fantastic downed stubborn Crystal Palace. Fresh from the clincher against Burnley, his header broke the deadlock at St James' Park before Malick Thiaw sealed the 2-0 victory over Crystal Palace from the Brazilian’s corner. The result saw the Mags fly up to ninth, while Oliver...

Events

3 d. ago Tottenham 1 Sunderland 1: Brian Brobbey secures Black Cats another point against ‘top six’ to pile pressure on Frank

NEW year, same old Spurs. Thomas Frank had been hoping for a fresh start in 2026 at home after the annus horribilis that was the last 12 months in the Premier League. Yet once again Tottenham found a way to shoot themselves in the foot in N17 as Brian Brobbey’s belter earned Sunderland a point....

Events

3 d. ago Sunday Brunch labelled a 'tough watch' as fans 'cringe' at awkward interview

Sunday Brunch is back for the first time in 2026 but this series didn't get off to the best start.

Sport

4 d. ago Emma Raducanu ruled out of United Cup opener in false start to new season

British No 1 withdraws from clash with Naomi Osaka due to injuryKatie Swan replaces former US Open champion to play for Team GBEmma Raducanu remains hopeful that she will be able to compete this week at the United Cup after her 2026 season began with a concerning false start when she was forced to withdraw from her opening match in Perth.Raducanu pulled out of her highly anticipated clash with Naomi Osaka just an hour before play began but a significantly weakened Great Britain team admirably battled hard in the searing heat. Billy Harris, who had replaced the British men’s No 1 Jack Draper, opened the tie with a strong win, defeating Shintaro Mochizuki 7-6 (4), 6-3. Raducanu was replaced by Katie Swan. Continue reading...

Politics

4 d. ago Emmerdale fans 'work out' who's still alive in 'telling' clue over cruel twist

It's been an explosive start to 2026 for the ITV soap

Politics

4 d. ago Arsenal handed massive boost as Declan Rice spotted with squad ahead of Bournemouth clash

Positive news for Arsenal fans as Gunners bid to start 2026 with a win

Politics

4 d. ago Why more UK SMEs are reviewing their business bank account at the start of 2026 (aff)

As firms reset budgets for the year ahead, many are discovering their business bank account could be quietly costing them money.

Economics

5 d. ago UK weather: Full list of places hit with Met Office snow and ice warnings TODAY

The Met Office says Brits should expect "a prolonged spell of very cold weather for the start of 2026", and it has issued several weather warnings for snow and ice

Events