75 m. ago The 100 best state schools in Britain: Experts reveal where to get the top taxpayer

We've consulted The Good Schools Guide and analysed GCSE results as well as extracurricular activities to bring you our pick of Britain's best state schools.

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77 m. ago British boy, 13, stabbed to death by his mother's Portuguese ex

The heartbroken grandmother of a 13-year-old boy stabbed to death in Portugal spoke of her shock today and said: 'He died trying to protect his mother.'

Events

89 m. ago Ryan Thomas reveals he was secretly planning to break up with Lucy Mecklenburgh

The former Coronation Streetstar, 41, got engaged to the TV personality, 34, in 2019 two years after they met while competing on the reality show, Celebrity Island with Bear Grylls.

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2 h. ago Susan Boyle shows off Timothee Chalamet Christmas gift after actor said he’s a fan

Timothée Chalamet has sent Susan Boyle a special gift this Christmas after he revealed he's a big fan.

Culture

2 h. ago Devastated mum vows to hold "lifelong grudge" as man charged over son's murder

"My heart has been ripped out. I don't think I will ever be the same again. The family are all devastated and we can't imagine life without him."

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2 h. ago Matt Goss' 'simple' Christmas plans as he reunites with dad after three years

Singer Matt Goss and his twin brother Luke rose to fame in the eighties as pop band Bros but it has been revealed that the pair don't see eye to eye

Politics

2 h. ago Cat owner leaves cooked turkey on counter to cool and suffers instant regret

A woman has revealed her horror after leaving a cooked turkey out on the countertop to cool down before serving it up to her guests - and people say she should be angrier about the situation

Politics

2 h. ago JOHN MURDOCH'S DRIVE TIME: We take a look at the new Kia Seltos and reveal how electric Smart#2 is undergoing final testing

The Seltos will sit between the Stonic and the Sportage in Kia’s line-up and measures 4430mm long, 1660mm tall and 1830mm wide.

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2 h. ago Wrexham financial plan revealed as true reason behind Ryan Reynolds sale emerges

A Wrexham director has outlined the club's financial strategy in the wake of a share sale to an American investment firm

Economics

2 h. ago Nikki Sanderson is pregnant! Corrie star, 41, debuts her bump in red dress as she and Hollyoaks star boyfriend Anthony Quinlan reveal they are expecting their first child together

Nikki Sanderson and Anthony Quinlan are expecting their first child together.

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3 h. ago Expert reveals what drugs can do to a teenage brain... after Nick Reiner is charged with killing his parents

From 18 trips to rehab and stints of homelessnessto making a film with his father about getting clean, Nick Reiner's life has been defined by addiction and turmoil.

Events

3 h. ago Labubu dupes pulled from shelves before Christmas over 'risk of strangulation'

Thousands of the brightly coloured toy monsters - known for their furry bodies and cheeky grins - have been recalled, with tips of how to spot fakes revealed

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3 h. ago Home Alone director reveals secrets behind film's wild stunts and the scene he feared would 'kill' his stand

Now, in an interview which has resurfaced just in time for the holidays, Columbus, 67, has broken down the secrets behind the film's action-packed climax.

Events

3 h. ago Girl, 13, with 'heart of gold' dies as police arrest boy, 14, on suspicion of harassment

A tribute has been issued to Manchester teenager Madison Richardson

Events

3 h. ago Taylor Swift donates $1 million to help feed hungry families across America

The singer made massive donations to Feeding America and the American Heart Association ahead of Christmas

Economics

3 h. ago Nikki Sanderson is pregnant! Corrie star, 41, and Hollyoaks boyfriend Anthony Quinlan reveal they are expecting their first child

Nikki Sanderson and Anthony Quinlan are expecting their first child together.

Politics

4 h. ago Epstein files reveal Andrew’s connection to second wealthy sex offender

Peter Nygard was jailed in November 2024 for sexually assaulting four women and faces further sex trafficking charges

Politics

4 h. ago Truth in fantasy: what Philip Pullman’s His Dark Materials taught us over its 30

The ‘religious atheist’ author held a reputation as CS Lewis’s opposite. But his two trilogies – which came to a close this year – were a celebration of humanity and imaginationTwenty years ago, I visited the Botanic Garden in Oxford for the first time. Among the winding pathways lined with flowers, about halfway back, stood a bench under a tree, largely identical to the others throughout the park. Was this the one? I wondered.I didn’t have to question it for long. A closer look revealed words and images etched along its wooden slats, all along similar lines: “Lyra + Will”, they said. Or: “Pantalaimon” and “Kirjava”. Tucked between the bench’s arm and seat was a folded-up scrap of paper with a handwritten message of thanks. Continue reading...

Politics

4 h. ago Kate Middleton gets surprise nod from King Charles in his 2025 Christmas speech

It has been revealed that King Charles 2025 Christmas message has been recorded at Westminster Abbey this year - and contains a sweet nod to his beloved daughter-in-law, the Princess of Wales

Politics

4 h. ago Coronation Street's Catherine Tyldesley reveals 'brutal' comment that still haunts her

The actress returned to the ITV soap earlier this year as Eva Price

Politics