14 m. ago ‘They want to break us’: Russian energy grid strikes give freezing Kyiv some of its darkest days

Impact of raid on infrastructure rivals early weeks of war when tanks tried to force their way into Ukrainian capitalOn the night of 9 January, amid warnings from Ukraine’s president, Volodymyr Zelenskyy, of massive and imminent Russian airstrikes, Tetiana Shkred began cooking for her children at midnight.Concerned that the power was once again about to be knocked out in her apartment block on Kyiv’s left bank – the side of the city that has been most affected by Moscow’s attacks on energy infrastructure – she cooked until 3am, when her flat was plunged into freezing darkness. Continue reading...

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44 m. ago EPA proposes limiting power of states and tribes to block major projects over water concerns

The Environmental Protection Agency is proposing limiting the power of states some authorized Indian tribes under the Clean Water Act to block major projects like natural gas pipelines

Politics

87 m. ago ‘I think they want to break us’: Russian strikes on energy grid give freezing Kyiv some of its darkest days

Impact of raid on infrastructure rivals early weeks of war when tanks tried to force their way into Ukraine’s capitalOn the night of 9 January, amid warnings from Ukraine’s president, Volodymyr Zelenskyy, of massive and imminent Russian airstrikes, Tetiana Shkred began cooking for her children at midnight.Concerned that the power was once again about to be knocked out in her apartment block on Kyiv’s left bank – the side of the city that has been most affected by Moscow’s attacks on energy infrastructure – she cooked until 3am, when her flat was plunged into freezing darkness. Continue reading...

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2 h. ago Culinary experts reveal the crucial technique needed to make a perfect omelette

An omelette is a simple yet satisfying dish, but it can be tricky to get right

Science

3 h. ago ‘We’re in a bit of a state’: Cornish villagers frustrated by lack of help after Storm Goretti

Trees still block roads and scores of people remain without power or water almost a week on from stormLinda Williams, 86, has been without heating, lighting and a working phone for the best part of five days. She is trying to keep warm by layering up and she picks her way around her home in the remote Cornish village of New Mill with old battery lamps from her days of caravanning.“I think it’s safe to say that we’re in a bit of a state,” said Williams, a retired council accounts assistant. “But it can’t go on for ever can it?” Continue reading...

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3 h. ago ‘People don’t even know if help is coming’: Cornish villagers frustrated by lack of help after Storm Goretti

Trees still block roads and scores of people remain without power or water almost a week on from stormLinda Williams, 86, has been without heating, lighting and a working phone for the best part of five days. She is trying to keep warm by layering up and she picks her way around her home in the remote Cornish village of New Mill with old battery lamps from her days of caravanning.“I think it’s safe to say that we’re in a bit of a state,” said Williams, a retired council accounts assistant. “But it can’t go on for ever can it?” Continue reading...

Events

3 h. ago Inmates feasting on takeaways thrown over the fence at sprawling prison

Inspectors said HMP Kirkham's 200-acre footprint made it difficult to prevent contraband from being thrown over the perimeter, with meat and takeaways thrown over to inmates

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3 h. ago UK’s best value theme park drops prices to £10pp for January

KEEPING the kids entertained this January can cost as little as £10 if you head to this top UK attraction. Drayton Manor in Tamworth picked up the top prize when it came to the ‘Best Value Theme Park’ last year - and now you can enjoy a day out for a fraction of the usual price. For...

Economics

3 h. ago ‘I am going to leave the room’: Art teacher banned over ‘dishonest’ exam behaviour

Wendy Lewis’ behaviour lacked integrity and was dishonest, a panel hearing at the Teaching Regulation Agency found

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3 h. ago 'Nothing will ripen an avocado' better than expert's simple hack

Avocados are a popular breakfast staple, but they can be hard to pick in the supermarket. An expert has shared the best method to help ripen the fruit at home using a simple storage technique

Science

4 h. ago Three small lifestyle changes found to increase energy throughout the day

Only 16 percent of American adults say they don’t feel sleepy during the week

Politics

4 h. ago George Clooney hits out at Quentin Tarantino’s Paul Dano criticism: ‘I don’t enjoy watching people be cruel’

Oscar-winning actor called out ‘Pulp Fiction’ director and said he would love to work with Dano

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5 h. ago Burns Night: Where to enjoy a Scottish feast in London on January 25, from Ria's pizza to the Ceilidh Club

Address the haggis, says Josh Barrie

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6 h. ago I compared most expensive supermarket ready meals to the cheapest

I compared premium Charlie Bigham's ready meals, costing up to £9.95, against budget Sainsbury's own brand versions from £3.50 - and one tasted homemade.

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6 h. ago Drivers warned of hefty fines as new rules come in at popular supermarket car park

Drivers risk a £70 parking charge notice fine if they breach the rules in seven different ways

Events

6 h. ago ‘We are living in an age of cruelty’: George Clooney rebukes Tarantino for insulting Paul Dano

The Jay Kelly star says he would be honoured to work with Dano, Owen Wilson and Matthew Lillard after all three actors were criticised by the director George Clooney has said he would be “honoured” to work with three actors who were heavily criticised by Quentin Tarantino last month. Speaking at AARP’s Movies for Grownups awards on 10 January, Clooney said: “By the way, Paul Dano and Owen Wilson and Matthew Lillard, I would be honoured to work with those actors. Honoured.”Clooney continued by describing his new film, Noah Baumbach’s Jay Kelly, as a movie “made by people who love actors – that’s an important part. People I’ve known most of my life actually, most of them are actors. I have a great affinity [for them], and I don’t enjoy watching people be cruel.” Continue reading...

Politics

6 h. ago Benedict Cumberbatch and Ed Miliband's wife face defeat in battle against plans for £5.6million five

The Sherlock star is among residents in Dartmouth Park, north London, who want Camden Council to reject plans to transform an existing two-floor home.

Economics

6 h. ago The internet’s biggest food myths debunked by the TikTok nutritionist

From “cancer-curing” juice cleanses to all-meat keto regimes, unsubstantiated nutrition myths are widespread online. Dietitian Kate Hilton, founder of Diets Debunked, took to TikTok to push back.

Technology

6 h. ago Tesco shoppers buzzing over new 50p 'pick and mix' Costa Coffee deal

The major supermarket has given shoppers a chance to save money on the popular items

Economics

7 h. ago I tried supermarket's cheapest and most expensive ready meals — one wasn't enjoyable

A taste tester compared premium Charlie Bigham's ready meals against budget Sainsbury's own-brand options to see which offered the best taste — and better value for money

Politics