66 m. ago I found a swish Welsh hotel stay for two with breakfast, gym access and late check out for £89

Just because winter is here doesn't mean you can't enjoy a cheeky weekend break that's wallet-friendly.

Economics

68 m. ago Faith and Reform: is the religious right on the rise in UK politics?

Powerful Christian figures are emerging in Britain but there are important differences from the US, where evangelism has fuelled TrumpAt recent Reform UK press conferences, two very distinctive heads can often be spotted in the front row: the near-white locks of Danny Kruger, the party’s head of policy, and the swept-back blond mane of James Orr, now a senior adviser to Nigel Farage.As well as guiding the policy programme for what could be the UK’s next government, the pair have something else in common. Both are highly devout Christians who came to religion in adulthood, and have trenchant views on social issues such as abortion and the family. Continue reading...

Politics

87 m. ago Hostile powers sending spies to west’s universities, says former security chief

Canadian expert David Vigneault warns of China’s ‘industrial-strength’ attempts to steal new technologiesHostile spy agencies are now as focused on infiltrating western universities and companies as they are on doing so to governments, according to the former head of Canada’s intelligence service.David Vigneault warned that a recent “industrial-scale” attempt by China to steal new technologies showed the need for increased vigilance from academics. Continue reading...

Events

87 m. ago £49 refurbished Dell Chromebook is a brilliant budget Christmas gift for students and busy commuters

A budget-friendly laptop that is built to last and ideal for homework, travel and everyday tasks — a practical Christmas present they’ll use all year.

Economics

2 h. ago Met Office weather maps pinpoint exact time huge area of low pressure will hit Wales

It says a powerful jet stream will continue to drive weather into next week and may help to rapidly deepen an area of low pressure that will bring heavy rain and high winds

Events

2 h. ago Alex Bowen devastated by friend's suicide as he makes desperate plea

Alex Bowen has candidly opened up on losing his best friend to suicide and explained his friends now go to to ensure they are checking in on each other

Events

2 h. ago Love Island's Alex Bowen on loss of best friend and 'double message' method

Love Island star Alex Bowen has opened up about losing his best friend Joe in 2022 and how he now uses a unique 'double message' technique to check on his friends' mental health

Politics

2 h. ago Inside Sam Thompson's strict fitness regime that started months before Celebrity Gladiators

EXCLUSIVE: Sam Thompson spoke to the Daily Star about his preparation for Celebrity Gladiators. He has two natural super powers that could help him beat Joe Wicks

Politics

3 h. ago Robot allows seriously ill children to appear virtually in the playground

Mirror campaign to raise vital funds for Lifelites and ‘Unwrap the Magic of Christmas’ will help thousands of children to experience the wonder of life-changing technology and feel less lonely - with special robots allowing them to join in virtually with their friends.

Politics

4 h. ago ‘What choice do we have?’: no end in sight for Ukraine’s war

As peace hopes falter, infantry soldiers face more long deployments risking their lives against Russian attacksFor almost all of their 62-day deployment on the frontline west of Pokrovske, Bohdan and Ivan hid – first in a village shop, then, after a deadly firefight with Russian soldiers, in a tiny basement where the infantrymen from Ukraine’s 31st Brigade had to survive seven more weeks.Food, water, cigarettes and other supplies were airlifted in by a friendly drone, their toilet was their 3 sq metre room, their nearest comrades 200 metres or so away. Their only hope was to remain underground, because they knew if they were detected a Russian drone could kill them all. Continue reading...

Events

9 h. ago Lucy Letby 'used as scapegoat for failings of senior doctors' according to her childhood friend

the friend - a medical research scientist - told a meeting of Letby's supporters last week that she believed doctors had waged a 'petty vendetta' against Letby.

Society

10 h. ago I tested three cream cleansers at all price points – £7.50 option is my favourite and even got rid of eczema

CREAM cleansers are your friend for removing make-up in winter, especially if you have dry, sensitive or mature skin. They clean without stripping and help hydrate. Here are three I tried. Budget Oat Milk Cream Cleanser by Q+A, 125ml £7.50 – hollandandbarrett.com This, without doubt, is my favourite. Described as a gentle, moisturising cleanser, it...

Economics

10 h. ago Win a copy of The Cat Share by Angela Jariwala in this week’s Fabulous book competition

FIREFIGHTER Ben is struggling, so when he makes friends with a hungry local cat, he finds himself smiling for the first time in ages. After breaking up with her boyfriend, Jenni is more than happy to be single and snuggled up to her moggy Oscar, but when she replies to a note attached to her...

Politics

10 h. ago Scorpio weekly horoscope: What your star sign has in store for December 7 – 13

OUR much-loved astrologer Meg sadly died in 2023 but her column will be kept alive by her friend and protégé Maggie Innes. Read on to see what’s written in the stars for you today. SCORPIO OCT 24 - NOV 22 🔵 Read our horoscopes live blog for the latest readings Kindness is your star skill...

Politics

10 h. ago Pisces weekly horoscope: What your star sign has in store for December 7 – 13

OUR much-loved astrologer Meg sadly died in 2023 but her column will be kept alive by her friend and protégé Maggie Innes. Read on to see what’s written in the stars for you today. PISCES FEB 19 - MAR 20 🔵 Read our horoscopes live blog for the latest readings You can feel much more...

Politics

10 h. ago Hegseth gives defiant speech defending ‘drug boat’ strikes amid scrutiny

At event in California, US defense secretary says Trump has power to take military action ‘as he sees fit’Pete Hegseth on Saturday doubled down on his defense of US military strikes on alleged drug cartel boats in the Caribbean, arguing that Donald Trump has the power to take military action “as he sees fit” and dismissing concerns that the strikes violate international law.Hegseth spoke on Saturday at the Ronald Reagan presidential library in Simi Valley, California, amid growing scrutiny over the legality of the attacks and his leadership of the Pentagon. Continue reading...

Events

10 h. ago Trump hosts Kennedy Center honorees and teases hosting skills: ‘I’m sure they’ll give me great reviews’

George Strait, ‘Sly’ Stallone and Kiss accept medals from president, who says he was ‘98% involved’ in choosing themDonald Trump on Saturday evening hosted the 2025 Kennedy Center honorees in the Oval Office for a medal-presentation ceremony, celebrating country music singer George Strait, actor-singer Michael Crawford, actor Sylvester “Sly” Stallone and the members of the rock band Kiss.“This is a great evening, it’s a great honor,” Trump said. “And I’m delighted to welcome to the Oval Office – the world-famous, most famous office in the world, most powerful office in the world – our truly exceptional 2025 Kennedy Center honorees.” Continue reading...

Events

11 h. ago 'Inspirational' man dies nine years after football accident left him paralysed

Ellis Robinson, who was left paralysed after an accident nine years ago, passed away at the age of 27 on November 28 - his friends and family have been left heartbroken

Events

11 h. ago King and Queen’s Christmas card features 20th wedding anniversary portrait

Charles and Camilla send out hundreds of Christmas cards each year to family, friends, world leaders, diplomats and charities.

Politics

11 h. ago Met has lost more than 1,700 officers since Labour came to power

When Labour entered government, the Met boasted 33,767 officers but now has just 32,055, official figures obtained under Freedom of Information laws show.

Events