69 m. ago 'My postman left something odd on my doorstep and then ran away'

A woman expressed her confusion on social media after discovering a Royal Mail bag full of post had been left on her doorstep - with no sign of the postman anywhere

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87 m. ago Who is Taiwan’s new firebrand opposition leader seen as soft on Beijing?

Cheng Li-wun, who will lead Taiwan’s main opposition political party from 1 November after being elected last week, has taken a conciliatory tone regarding China, pledging to keep peace

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91 m. ago Dunelm's £12 hoodie is the 'warmest and cosiest thing' shoppers own and keeps heating down

With a comfortable and warm design, this fleece hoodie is 'perfect for a winter night's in'.

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94 m. ago Add to playlist: the spiky, playful free jazz of Laura Ann Singh and the week’s best new tracks

A rowdy debut departs from Singh’s American bolero work to revel in the chaos of atonal scrapes, cymbal splashes, wonky horns and raucous vocals From Richmond, VirginiaRecommended if you like Cécile McLorin Salvant, Tomeka Reid, Ornette ColemanUp next Debut album, Mean Reds, released 24 OctoberAs the co-founder of American bolero group Miramar, vocalist Laura Ann Singh has spent the past five years minting a warm, nostalgic analogue sound, rich with Spanish-language harmonies. Her upcoming spiky solo debut, Mean Reds, disrupts that entirely. Supplanting the swaying Latin rhythms of bolero for a free jazz quartet, these eight tracks revel in atonal scrapes, cymbal splashes, keening horns and Singh’s lively vocals. Referencing avant garde pioneer Ornette Coleman’s free form improvisations as much as Joni Mitchell’s emotive lyricism, the result is a rowdy debut that launches Singh as one of the more distinctive new voices in jazz. Continue reading...

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98 m. ago Statue of Renée Zellweger as Bridget Jones to be unveiled in London

The character created by Helen Fielding and played by Zellweger in four films, is to be immortalised in bronze in Leicester Square where it will become a permanent fixtureBridget Jones, the character created by Helen Fielding and played by Renée Zellweger in four films, is to be immortalised in bronze in central London.The new statue will be unveiled on 17 November and joins a number of others portraying key icons of cinema in Leicester Square, home to four cinemas and numerous red carpet premieres. Continue reading...

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1 hour ago Here's when Lewis Capaldi's upcoming EP will be released as star shares new single 'Almost'

Lewis Capaldi has confirmed that his new EP Survive will be released on Friday, November 14.

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2 h. ago Hearts vs Celtic prediction, free betting tips and odds for top of the table showdown

LEAGUE leaders Hearts host champions Celtic in the biggest Scottish Premiership fixture of the season so far. SunSport betting experts have previewed Sunday's game and selected the best bets, tips and exclusive sign-up bonuses from our leading betting partners. Hearts vs Celtic preview It's a huge game even this early in the season as Hearts'...

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2 h. ago Hearts vs Celtic: Get 50% of your first day losses back as a free bet up to £25, plus 10 free spins at BetTom

THE Premiership's top two collide in a huge Tynecastle contest when leaders Hearts host Celtic on Sunday. Sports betting site BetTOM are giving punters 50% of their first day losses back as a FREE BET up to £25! BetTOM new customer offer What is BetTOM's sign-up offer? Brand new customers to BetTOM can claim half...

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2 h. ago Senne Lammens causing a stir at Man United after reaction to hairy Bruno Fernandes moment

Manchester United have struggled with their goalkeeping department in recent years and made the decision to sign Senne Lammens this summer, which is proving to be a masterstroke

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2 h. ago Dom Littlewood says 'assume it's a scam' over free £150 payment

Thousands of peope are geting emails and text messages - but the consumer champion has issued a warning

Economics

3 h. ago Energy firm launches new energy tariff that's £141 below price cap

EDF has announced a new energy tariff that is significantly cheaper than the current energy price cap, which is set to rise by 2% from October 1 to December 31

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3 h. ago Simon Cowell finally married as Lauren Silverman drops telling sign

Simon Cowell may finally be married as his fiancee Lauren Silverman drops a telling hint that the two have tied the knot on her Instagram

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3 h. ago Sign we've all seen on trees means very warm November but freezing December

From the way that small creatures nest in the trees to the thickness of fruits and change in the leaves, there are a number of signs that could predict how the autumn and winter weather will look this year

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3 h. ago I save £840 every winter with 7 savvy tips that stop me turning the heating on – a £4 Dunelm buy traps warmth

WITH the darker nights and chilly evenings drawing in, "should we turn the heating on?" is the question on everyone's lips. But if the ever-increasing energy bills prices have you nervous to push the button, then look no further. Money-saving mum-of-four Charlene Woracker, 34, from Sheffield, has shared the seven tips she swears by -...

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3 h. ago November Supermoon 2025: Here's how to see the Beaver Full Moon and how it got its name

November’s full moon will be well worth looking out for.

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3 h. ago Personal Allowance income tax threshold of £12,570 could increase at Autumn Budget

More pensioners will pay tax in retirement next year due to the frozen Personal Allowance.

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4 h. ago Meghan posts cryptic 'save the date' teaser video as rumours grow she is planning new As Ever product launch she hopes will make her a billionaire

The Duchess of Sussex , 44, took to Instagram on Thursday night to share a video featuring her strolling casually amongst trees, dressed in a black dress and white cardigan.

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4 h. ago Spotify to hike prices AGAIN by 8.3% for millions of customers within days

SPOTIFY is raising the cost of its premium subscription for millions of customers. The music streaming giant has started emailing subscribers informing them the cost of an individual subscription will rise from £11.99 to £12.99 a month from November, according to Sky News. That's an 8.3% increase or an extra £12 a year. The streaming...

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4 h. ago Best flask 2025: We've tested dozens of insulated travel mugs and thermos flasks, these are the must

Whether you're commuting, camping or just want to keep your drink warm while working from home, finding the best flask can keep you toasty and even help you minimise energy usage.

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6 h. ago When trains are pricier than planes, there’s a heavy social, financial and environmental cost

In this week’s newsletter: Whether it’s a holiday or work trip, railway travellers find themselves burdened by astronomical prices – and the environment is left footing the bill• Don’t get Down to Earth delivered to your inbox? Sign up hereIf I want to get from Barcelona to London, I face what should be a simple choice: either I take the plane, and pump out about 280kg of pollution that heats the planet, or the train, and spew just 8kg.That is not the calculation travellers are presented with, nor is it the one they care about most. Because while the plane ticket would cost €15, an analysis from Greenpeace found this summer, the train ticket would cost a galling €389.Climate disasters in first half of 2025 costliest ever on record, research showsGlobal use of coal hit record high in 2024Overconsumption and ruin: before and after images visualise how tech could harm our planet Continue reading...

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