18 m. ago Meddling woman screams abuse at Italian tourist during petty squabble over selfie spot at stunning Red Rock Canyon

The tourist denied the accusations and alleged that the woman - who was branded the 'first Karen of 2026' on social media after her tirade - 'kicked' her first.

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20 m. ago Brits feel they should be exempt from a ‘tourist tax’ for a UK holiday, finds survey

BRITS think they should be exempt from a “tourist tax” for a holiday in the UK, a survey suggests. Fifty-five per cent of those polled insist the proposed visitor levy should apply only to travellers from overseas. The tax could be enforced for anyone staying overnight at holiday accommodation such as hotels or Airbnb rentals....

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32 m. ago Templegate’s Tote Placepot tips with £100,000 GUARANTEED at Sandown on Saturday

THE Placepot is a bet where you select a horse to be placed in the FIRST SIX races of any meeting. You can pick more than one horse in a race – you just multiply the number of selections in each race to calculate your stake. So for staking it’s 1x2x2x2x2x2 which adds up to...

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36 m. ago Man Utd handed Carlos Baleba transfer timeline after opening January talks for £100m star

Manchester United are looking into the possibility of signing Carlos Baleba from Brighton & Hove Albion during the January transfer window as Ruben Amorim looks to add to his squad

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3 h. ago Top UK Slot Sites – The Best Online Slots & Bonuses in January 2026

Compare licensed UK slot sites and find out which ones The Independent rank as the best places to play real money online slots

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3 h. ago DC pipe bomb suspect must remain in jail before trial, judge rules

Brian Cole, accused of planting bombs before Capitol attack, presents ‘intolerable risk of danger’, court findsA federal magistrate judge has ruled that the man accused of planting pipe bombs outside the Democratic and Republican headquarters the night before the 6 January Capitol attack must remain in custody while awaiting trial.In a memorandum opinion, the court determined that Brian Cole Jr, 30, of Woodbridge, Virginia, “poses an intolerable risk of danger to the community if released”, granting the government’s motion for pretrial detention. Continue reading...

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3 h. ago Travel experts say 'don't book a January hotel' if it has five red flags

Many people book a January holiday to feel refreshed and recharged, but it could be a mistake if you don't do your research - here's what to look for

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3 h. ago All high street shops closing in 2026 listed from Primark to River Island

Your local high street could soon be looking bleaker as top retailers pull out of long-established locations across the country - check out our list to see how your town will be hit

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4 h. ago Major search under way after ‘number of people in difficulty in water’ at Withernsea

The alarm was raised just after 3.30pm on Friday (2 January) in the seaside town of Withernsea in East Yorkshire

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4 h. ago EuroMillions results live for Friday, January 2 draw as jackpot hits £27m

The new 2026 draw is here

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4 h. ago Winning EuroMillions numbers for Friday, January 2 draw as jackpot hits £27m

The new 2026 draw is here

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4 h. ago Rhode Island firefighters rescue a yellow Lab from an icy pond on New Year's Day

Firefighters in Rhode Island rescued a yellow Labrador named Phoenix on New Year's Day after he fell through an ice-covered pond

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4 h. ago Anthony Joshua’s driver charged with dangerous driving after fatal crash in Nigeria

British boxer was injured in collision that killed his personal trainer Latif Ayodele and strength coach Sina GhamiNigerian police have charged Anthony Joshua’s driver with causing death by dangerous driving after a fatal crash that killed two people.Adeniyi Mobolaji Kayode, 46, was also charged with driving without a valid driving licence and “driving without due care and attention, causing bodily harm and damage to property”. He is due to appear in court on 20 January. Continue reading...

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5 h. ago The tranquil and 'unique' Canary Island with barely any tourists that's 21C in January

The island sees fewer than 1% of the tourists that its neighbour Tenerife attracts, but offers an 'authentic, chilled-out' experience with warm January temperatures

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5 h. ago From Donald Trump to Benjamin Netanyahu, let 2026 be a year of reckoning | Jonathan Freedland

These malign figures will do anything to avoid paying for the harm they have done, but accountability must eventually come to bothIt’s not quite a new year resolution, and it’s certainly not a prediction. Think of it instead as a hope or even a plea for the next 12 months. May the coming year see those leaders who have done so much damage to their own countries, and far beyond, at last be called to account. Let 2026 be a year of reckoning.Start with the man whose reach is longest, by dint of the mighty power he wields. Such is the nature of the US electoral system that Donald Trump, who returned to power less than a year ago, will face the judgment of voters in 10 months’ time. His name will not be on the ballot but, make no mistake, the midterm elections of 3 November will deliver a verdict on the second Trump presidency.Jonathan Freedland is a Guardian columnistGuardian newsroom: Year One of Trumpism: Is Britain Emulating the US? On Wednesday 21 January 2026, join Jonathan Freedla...

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5 h. ago Best Casino Sign Up Bonuses & Offers in the UK (January 2026)

Check out the best casino bonus offers available in the UK today

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5 h. ago Best Bingo Sites: Top 5 Bingo Sites UK Ranked and Reviewed (January 2026)

A rundown of the best bingo sites in the UK, as well as information on how to play bingo and a breakdown of the latest offers and promotions

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5 h. ago Pregnant woman shot dead at Michigan gas station remembered as a ‘beautiful life’ while authorities continue manhunt for gunman

Kendall Berrington was due to give birth on January 14 but was shot and killed on Wednesday

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6 h. ago Man United get green light to complete free transfer for Ruben Amorim after summer decision

Manchester United's January transfer plans are up in the air but Ruben Amorim could strengthen his squad for the future now with a pre-contract agreement

Politics

6 h. ago Morrisons makes major change to thousands of products in January

Changes will help shoppers to save more during January

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