2 h. ago We've just found a John Lewis version of Meghan Markle's very expensive satin dress

Meghan Markle is on a stylish roll this festive season as she promotes her As Ever Christmas special, set to premiere on Netflix on December 3.

Politics

2 h. ago Karate black belt "supergran" ranks third in Hyrox World Championships

Carole Munro, 71, now plans to compete for the next five years until her granddaughter is old enough to join her.

Politics

3 h. ago Holy see: three of Pope Leo’s favourite films are divine. The fourth is hard to forgive

Praise be for The Sound of Music, Ordinary People and It’s a Wonderful Life! But the sinfully twee and queasy Life is Beautiful must be renouncedRobert Wise’s The Sound of Music, Frank Capra’s It’s a Wonderful Life, Robert Redford’s Ordinary People and Roberto Benigni’s Life Is Beautiful. These are a few of his fav-our-ite films Pope Leo’s that is. This white-bread movie playlist has been released in advance of His Holiness’s “meeting with the world of cinema” on Saturday, part of a longstanding Vatican policy of engaging with creatives.The pope has, according to a Vatican statement “expressed his desire to deepen the dialogue with the world of cinema, and in particular with actors and directors, exploring the possibilities that artistic creativity offers to the mission of the Church and the promotion of human values.” The pope will chat with movie notables including Cate Blanchett, Spike Lee, George Miller, Gus Van Sant and Giuseppe Tornatore. Continue reading...

Culture

4 h. ago ‘Atrocious on every level’: sex case findings shame New Zealand’s senior police culture

Inspector general will be inaugurated to oversee service after report on how top officers steered investigation of Jevon McSkimming, who went on to become deputy commissionerNew Zealand’s government will take the unprecedented move of appointing an inspector general of police after a damning report found “significant failings” in the way senior police officers handled serious sexual complaints against a former high-ranking officer.The Independent Police Conduct Authority (IPCA) released a 135-page report on Tuesday detailing allegations made against the former deputy police commissioner Jevon McSkimming and the police’s response to them. Continue reading...

Events

5 h. ago The EU has let US tech giants run riot. Diluting our data law will only entrench their power | Johnny Ryan and Georg Riekeles

The GDPR is Europe’s defence against digital oligarchy, child harm and foreign political interference. Deregulation plans are misguidedEurope is hurtling toward digital vassalage. Under Ursula von der Leyen, the European Commission president, EU laws to tackle tech giants have been either not applied or delayed, for fear of offending Donald Trump. Now leaked documents reveal that the European Commission plans to gut a central part of Europe’s digital rulebook. This will hurt Europe’s innovators and hand the future of Europe’s tech sovereignty to US firms.Once Europe’s most hyped law, the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) is now on the chopping block. Powerful forces within the European Commission, supported by the German government, hope that deregulation will boost Europe’s tech sector, particularly AI. This is a grave mistake.Johnny Ryan is director of Enforce, a unit of the Irish Council for Civil Liberties. Georg Riekeles is the associate director of the European Policy ...

Science

6 h. ago Heroin addicts who also use deadly "Benzo" pills to be targeted in new clinical trial

Major clinical trial will prescribe stable dose of diazepam to drug users most at risk of overdose from street supply

Events

10 h. ago Ariana Grande and Ethan Slater are 'still together' despite keeping their distance at Wicked premiere after 'enjoying a secret reunion at her London hotel' amid split rumours

The singer, 32, is currently on a worldwide tour to promote the second instalment of the box office hit alongside co-star Cynthia Erivo.

Politics

11 h. ago Novak Djokovic makes red 'flags' comment on Jannik Sinner case after ban

Jannik Sinner accepted a three-month suspension after two positive drug tests in 2024.

Politics

12 h. ago Charles reunites with veteran who made him cry as he & William meet WW2 heroes at Windsor Castle to mark Remembrance Day

KING Charles reunited with a veteran who made him cry as he and Prince William met WW2 heroes at Windsor Castle to mark Remembrance Day. His Majesty and the future King greeted soldiers who served in the Pacific during World War Two in a reception held in their honour this evening. King Charles met Gilbert...

Politics

13 h. ago King hugs Second World War veteran, 105, at Windsor remembrance reception

Yavar Abbas moved the King and Queen to tears earlier this year by thanking the royal couple for attending a VJ Day event despite health issues.

Events

13 h. ago US drug regulator promotes veteran to quell unrest in top ranks

Elevation of Richard Pazdur expected to improve FDA staff morale and smooth relations with the pharmaceutical industry

Events

13 h. ago How toxic is YOUR child’s teatime & how many calories are they REALLY munching through – the truth revealed

GETTING a filling, healthy tea on the table after school can be a parent’s biggest daily headache.  So it is no wonder so many mums and dads rely on store cupboard and freezer staples to satisfy hungry tummies fast — without breaking the bank.  But last week, TV doctor Professor Chris van Tulleken said weak regulation lets firms dupe parents into thinking...

Events

14 h. ago Biohacker Bryan Johnson reveals he takes a psychedelic drug once a month to increase his lifespan

The 48-year-old, who claims to be more than a decade younger biologically than his actual age, has long been an advocate of psychedelics for their mind-altering effects.

Politics

14 h. ago Four savvy tips to extend the lifespan of appliances in your home – from dishwashers to tumble dryers

ENERGY bills are rising but you can help keep costs in check by taking extra special care of your appliances. Regular cleaning, care and attention can save money and extend the lifespan of appliances in the home, according to Matthew Glynn, product marketing manager at manufacturer Hisense. He added: “Your appliances won’t need to work...

Politics

14 h. ago Michael Ray Richardson, versatile guard banned from NBA for violating drug policy in the 1980s, dies

Michael Ray Richardson, a versatile guard who was banned from the NBA for violating its drug policy in the 1980s, has died

Events

14 h. ago EastEnders fans say Okie 'shouldn't have died' after major Harry Mitchell twist

The drug dealer was killed following a battle for a knife on the BBC soap

Events

15 h. ago Ketamine addict arrested at Manchester Airport amid desperate attempt to pay off drug debt

Luke Wood has now been jailed

Events

16 h. ago Marine vet with prosthetic legs left humiliated after Delta ordered him to move out of plane's exit row

Matias Ferreira lost his legs in 2011 while deployed in Afghanistan when he stepped on an IED (improvised explosive device) that exploded.

Politics

16 h. ago Fox News host, who mercilessly mocked Fetterman in 2022, now wants to ‘reach out and hug’ him

Before he became a regular fixture on Fox News airwaves and ‘Trump’s favorite Democrat,’ John Fetterman was relantlessly attacked and ridiculed by the network following his stroke during the 2022 election campaign.

Politics

17 h. ago ‘Horrendous recruitment’ – Wayne Rooney slams three Man Utd signings that cost £164m as ‘mistakes’

WAYNE ROONEY has slammed 'horrendous' recruitment' at Manchester United as he pinpointed three mega transfer mistakes. The Red Devils have regularly spent big in an attempt to get back to the top of the table. Things are looking up under Ruben Amorim, with United one point off fourth placed Sunderland after 11 games with a...

Economics