12 h. ago The 10 best affordable destinations for a cheap European city break in 2026

These are the most affordable places to visit in 2026 for a culture-filled getaway

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25 h. ago Madeleine McCann's parents hope for 'breakthrough' in New Year message

Kate and Gerry McCann have shared a New Year message saying they hope a breakthrough in the hunt for their missing daughter will come in 2026

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31 h. ago Switzerland fire latest: ‘40 people dead’ in Crans Montana bar blaze as video appears to show ceiling on fire

100 injured as deadly fire breaks out at Crans-Montana venue as revellers welcomed 2026

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31 h. ago Sick DeathList 2026 released as Joe Biden, William Shatner and Dame Judi Dench added

The committee behind the sick annual DeathList has released its 2026 edition with a number of well known individuals making their first appearance on the infamous and morbid ranking

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32 h. ago Madeleine McCann's parents say the 'search and quest' for 'justice' is 'far from over'

Kate and Gerry McCann say they hope 2026 will 'bring us the breakthrough we long for'

Society

33 h. ago Switzerland fire latest: ‘Several dozen’ dead as blaze rips through Crans Montana ski resort bar

100 injured as deadly fire breaks out at Crans-Montana venue as revellers welcomed 2026

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35 h. ago Enzo Maresca leaves Chelsea after dramatic breakdown in relations

Italian departs Stamford Bridge role after 18 monthsTensions behind the scenes damaged relationshipsEnzo Maresca has left his job as Chelsea’s head coach. Maresca’s relationship with the club’s board has broken down and the split has led to a parting of the ways.It had seemed Chelsea would give the Italian time to turn around his side’s form but events have moved quickly during the past 24 hours. There was deep dissatisfaction with the 45-year-old’s decisions during games but the bigger issue was his conduct away from the pitch. The situation has been volatile ever since Maresca made cryptic comments about experiencing his “worst 48 hours” at the club after the win over Everton on 13 December. Continue reading...

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35 h. ago Enzo Maresca leaves Chelsea after holding talks over Manchester City move

Italian departs Stamford Bridge role after 18 monthsMaresca told bosses he discussed replacing GuardiolaEnzo Maresca’s shock departure at Chelsea came after he informed the club that he had held talks with figures associated to Manchester City over replacing Pep Guardiola.Chelsea have been weighed down by uncertainty ever since cracks in Maresca’s relationship with the board became apparent last month, but there is a feeling at Stamford Bridge that the Italian was looking to engineer an exit before a parting of the ways was confirmed on Thursday morning. Continue reading...

Sport

36 h. ago Six new travel rules holidaymakers need to know ahead of 2026 breaks

From EU border fingerprint checks to new visa waivers and tourist taxes, British holidaymakers face major changes in 2026. Here are some of the most important ones you need to know about before you jet off

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36 h. ago From Sehitler to Armstrong: 10 female footballers set for breakthrough in 2026

Today’s newsletter looks at 10 superlative talents who are ready to take the next step in the coming 12 monthsAlara Sehitler, Bayern Munich and Germany (19): Sehitler’s transition into Bayern Munich’s first team has come as little surprise and the creative midfielder has established herself as a strong impact player for José Barcala’s side. She has three Frauen Bundesliga goals this season and sparked Bayern’s comeback against Arsenal in the Champions League. After making her senior debut for Germany in November 2024, she will be looking to establish herself as a regular for their upcoming 2027 World Cup qualifiers.Giulia Galli, Roma and Italy (17): Galli is widely regarded as one of the best young Italian talents to emerge for a long time and became Roma’s youngest player to make her Serie A debut in May 2024, aged 16 and one month. Establishing herself in the senior squad this season, she scored her first club goal in September and has featured in the Champions League. After starr...

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38 h. ago Switzerland explosion latest: ‘Several dozen’ dead as fire rips through Crans Montana ski resort bar

100 injured as deadly fire breaks out at Crans-Montana venue as revellers welcomed 2026

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38 h. ago Player revolts, owner exits and what breaks next: our bold sports predictions for 2026

On the heels of another sports year that was chock full of surprises, Guardian US contributors make their bold predictions for the months to comeHere are our bold predictions for 2025 in sports. Please note the bold (or should that be bold?) in bold predictions: these are mostly to be taken with a pinch of salt.*** Continue reading...

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42 h. ago What's ahead in 2026: Flying taxis, key elections, and going round the Moon

From key elections and major sporting events through to technological breakthroughs and natural wonders, there is a lot in store in 2026

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63 h. ago Psychic who 'predicted Covid' says 2026 will bring Trump's downfall and 'mysterious illness'

Nicolas Aujula, 39, a hypnotherapist from west London, claims he predicted Covid-19 and has now shared his visions for 2026, including record-breaking heatwaves and Wales winning the Six Nations

Science

4 d. ago The 'memory cop' who never forgets a face: 'Super recogniser' PCSO eyes next major milestone after breaking his own record to catch 3,000 suspects

West Midlands PCSO Andy Pope, 47, spotted his 3,000th suspect earlier this year, and has now set his sights on breaking the 3,500 figure as we head into 2026.

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5 d. ago Disney World 2026 summer school holiday trips heavily reduced in end of year sale

Using the code 'NEWYEAR', parents can claim up to 25% off

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5 d. ago Soak it up: everything science taught us about health and wellness in 2025

Do hot baths improve endurance? Will creatine bolster your brain power? Does pickle juice prevent cramp? Here’s what we learned about living well this yearThe best advice for living a healthy, well-adjusted life – eat your vegetables, get a good night’s sleep, politely decline when the Jägerbombs appear – never really changes. Other nuggets, such as how much protein you should be eating or how to maximise workouts, seem to change every year. But as we wonder whether we should really give sauerkraut another go, science marches on, making tiny strides towards improving our understanding of what’s helpful. Here’s what you might have missed in the research this year, from the best reason to eat beetroot, to how to ruin your five-a-side performance before the game even starts. There’s still time to break out the pickle juice shots before 2026 Continue reading...

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8 d. ago Wrexham's January transfer window reality with £7.5m record tipped to tumble

Ryan Reynolds and Rob Mac's Wrexham are expected to break their £7.5m transfer record in 2026, but football finance expert Dr Dan Plumley has warned the club against going all in

Economics

8 d. ago Shave 10 years off with these pro beauty tips in the new year... and it won't cost you ANYTHING

Instead of breaking the bank on your beauty routine in 2026, invest in these expert-approved helpful self-care tips to look younger instantly.

Economics

9 d. ago PDC World Darts Championships 2026: Christmas break, results, format, schedule, when is Luke Littler's next match?

The World Darts Championship has reached its traditional festive break but the players will be back in a few days - here’s what we have to look forward to.

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