28 m. ago Legendary cocktail bar is shutting down this WEEKEND as over 1,000 sites at risk

A POPULAR cocktail bar is closing its doors in a major UK city this weekend. The Bristol branch of Be At One will be putting down its cocktail shakers after 12 years with a boozy final service on Saturday. This comes after the chain's owners were reportedly looking at selling more than 1,000 of its...

Events

36 m. ago British DIY giant plunges into administration owing millions in debt with over 100 jobs axed

A BRITISH power-tool supplier has entered administration with 111 members of staff losing their jobs. The DIY giant Toolstream announced the news on December 11 and blamed challenging trading conditions left over from the COVID-19 global supply crisis. The southwest based importer and distributer of DIY tools said the limited stock availability had caused financial...

Economics

76 m. ago Angels and Tyler Skaggs' family discuss settlement after trial about his fatal overdose, source says

Lawyers for the Los Angeles Angels were discussing a possible settlement Friday with the family of pitcher Tyler Skaggs following a trial over whether the team was responsible for his fatal drug overdose

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96 m. ago Taylor Swift breaks silence after going through TWO break ups & hitting rock bottom during The Eras Tour

TAYLOR SWIFT has broken her silence on having two relationships end amid the frenzy of her record-breaking Eras Tour. The superstar said she felt like those around her saw her as a money-making machine as she hit rock bottom following her split from actor Joe Alwyn after six years, and had a brief romance with...

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99 m. ago Four ways to save on your favourite seasonal tipples this Christmas

GET the party started with some special festive drinks – without splashing the cash. Whether you’re serving a warming mulled wine, glass of fizz or Christmassy cocktail, there’s bargains to be had. So gather your glasses for these low-cost tipples. MULL IT OVER: Transform a cheap bottle of red wine or cider by adding spices....

Politics

2 h. ago Epstein files: Democrats vow to fight Trump officials’ plan to hold back some documents, slamming ‘violation of federal law’ – live

Lawmakers accuse justice department of defying the Epstein Files Transparency ActUS legislators say justice department is violating law by not releasing all Epstein filesEpstein files to be released after months of delays from Trump officialsFBI director Kash Patel has said “no one is above the law” after a Wisconsin judge was found guilty on Thursday of helping a migrant evade a planned immigration arrest outside her courtroom.Patel is the latest member of President Donald Trump’s administration to celebrate what it sees as a victory in its effort to deter interference with its hardline immigration tactics. Continue reading...

Politics

2 h. ago Heathrow airport worker named Santa is convicted of dealing prescription drugs days before Christmas

Rohan Santa, 37, was part of a 'commercial enterprise' running prescription drugs Xanax and Pregabalin illegally.

Economics

2 h. ago Oh not so jolly! Secret Santa is an HR minefield with scores of Christmas related tribunals a year

HR experts have warned that festive gifts and celebrations can be a minefield, with recent tribunals launched over 'Secret Santa' gags, trendy trees and even a luxury hamper.

Politics

2 h. ago Holy Land's top Catholic leader visits Gaza parish, greeted by children in Santa hats and keffiyeh

The top Catholic leader in the Holy Land has visited the Gaza Strip’s only Catholic church, sharing a message of Christmas hope and support as conditions in the war-torn territory slowly improve while the Israel-Hamas ceasefire holds into its third month

Politics

3 h. ago Top Democrat slams justice department plan to hold back some Epstein files despite today’s deadline – live

Chuck Schumer comment comes after deputy attorney says ‘several hundred thousand’ files would be released but some may be held back temporarilyEpstein files to be released after months of delays from Trump officialsFBI director Kash Patel has said “no one is above the law” after a Wisconsin judge was found guilty on Thursday of helping a migrant evade a planned immigration arrest outside her courtroom.Patel is the latest member of President Donald Trump’s administration to celebrate what it sees as a victory in its effort to deter interference with its hardline immigration tactics. Continue reading...

Politics

4 h. ago Leasehold reform delayed until next year as fears mount that Labour will not cap ground rents as promised

Details of the Leasehold and Commonhold Reform Bill were expected to be made public before the end of this year, but that has been pushed back.

Politics

4 h. ago What is the Santa Rally and how do investors make money from it?

A familiar phenomenon is witnessing the stock market rising at Christmas - but it doesn’t always go to plan in the short term

Economics

4 h. ago I watched 'greatest ever Christmas movie' for first time and can sum it up in three words

Looking back at the Christmas films I loved growing up, the usual suspects included films like Home Alone, The Santa Clause, and Jingle All the Way, but a certain 1946 classic has defied its age

Politics

5 h. ago Justice department will release ‘several hundred thousand’ Epstein files today, says deputy attorney general – live

Todd Blanche suggests some documents may be held back temporarily, citing need to protect victimsFBI director Kash Patel has said “no one is above the law” after a Wisconsin judge was found guilty on Thursday of helping a migrant evade a planned immigration arrest outside her courtroom.Patel is the latest member of President Donald Trump’s administration to celebrate what it sees as a victory in its effort to deter interference with its hardline immigration tactics. Continue reading...

Society

5 h. ago Why shoppers buy fast fashion even if it goes against their morals

In the UK, sales of fast fashion have reached billions of pounds, with strong annual growth

Economics

5 h. ago Thieves dressed as Santa and his elves bust into grocery store and steal $3,000 worth of food

An activist group that claims its members are responsible for the alleged robbery called it a ‘food drive’

Events

5 h. ago Amazon shoppers race to buy heavily reduced Fire 8 Tablets in time for Christmas

It's the ideal last-minute Christmas present

Economics

6 h. ago Martin Lewis urges Brits to ditch 'demon appliance' as it can boost energy bills

Martin Lewis is known for sharing money saving advice, and he says there's one "demon appliance" you may want to ditch. This is because it can lead to boosting your bills

Science

6 h. ago 'My colleagues laughed at my secret Santa gift so I took instant revenge'

A woman was left 'crestfallen' after her colleagues laughed at her secret Santa gift - but she quickly came up with a plan to get her own back on them while maintaining her pride

Politics

6 h. ago Stains will be removed from white laundry with 35p kitchen item

White clothes can be tricky to keep looking fresh and clean, but experts have shared a simple method to help remove stains and brighten your white laundry

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