45 m. ago Tracey Beaker author Jacqueline Wilson, 79, swaps writing children's book for steamy novel with saucy sex scenes but admits worrying how her family will react

The former children's laureate, 79, who has penned Picture Imperfect, but admitted she is worried how her nearest and dearest will react to the saucy storyline.

Culture

90 m. ago Hegseth sends aircraft carrier in major escalation amid new ‘drug boat’ strike: ‘We will treat you like we treat Al

Pentagon boss claims boat targeted in latest strike was operated by Tren de Aragua

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1 hour ago Coleen Rooney posts sweet tribute to husband Wayne to celebrate milestone birthday

Coleen Rooney took to Instagram and posted a heartfelt and loving birthday message to husband Wayne to celebrate his 40th birthday

Culture

2 h. ago Five youngsters charged after ‘serious assault’ in Scots city leaves two in hospital

FIVE youngsters have been charged after an alleged serious assault left two in hospital. Mercy crews were scrambled to Aberdeen's Upperkirkgate area at around 7pm on Thursday, October 16, after the alarm was raised. A 29-year-old man and one male youth were taken to Aberdeen Royal Infirmary for treatment. The extent of their injuries is...

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2 h. ago AD FEATURE: Treat your loved ones to a personalised sweet hamper this Christmas

Buy someone you love delicious delights fit for any occasion, thanks to Sweet Hamper Company

Politics

3 h. ago Has Labour killed Christmas ads? Campaigns filled with festive feasts face ban as supermarkets forced to stop promoting 'fatty' and 'sugary' treats as their depressing future is revealed

Every year, major UK supermarkets race against each other in the battle for the best festive season campaign, and while famous faces are not uncommon, the grub is always the biggest star.

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3 h. ago Costco recalls popular wagon due safety risk posed to children

The product went viral as a wagon for children earlier this year

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3 h. ago Strictly's Kai Widdrington shares sweet family snap after hailing Vicky Pattison 'amazing partner'

The dancer was seen spending some time with his family away from the BBC One show after his dad's latest announcement

Politics

3 h. ago You're watching TV wrong: Experts warn millions of Brits are putting their television in the wrong place

Many of us simply plonk our TV on the mantlepiece, or in a corner of the living room. But according to researchers at consumer champion Which?, there's actually a 'sweet spot' where your TV should go.

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3 h. ago Killer takes his stepdaughter's children to Costa and McDonald's

Derek Martin, 67, was found guilty of murder today as he 'just flipped' and brutally attacked Chloe Bashford, 30, in her own home in Newhaven, East Sussex following a row over money.

Events

3 h. ago Celebrity Traitors star Paloma Faith pregnant with third child in 'plot twist'

Traitors star and singe Paloma Faith has announced she is pregnant with her third child after undergoing multiple rounds of IVF treatment to help her conceive

Politics

4 h. ago Sarah Ferguson fires back over ‘snub’ from Queen Camilla rumours after losing duchess title

Queen Camilla is said to have rebuffed Sarah Ferguson, who is being stripped of her Duchess of York title, after she approached the Queen for a collaboration on a new children's book

Politics

4 h. ago ‘Best life hack for Halloween’ goes viral as woman creates zero mess fake blood using £3.80 high

THE SPOOKY season is right around the corner, with trick-or-treaters patiently waiting for next Friday. If you're planning to celebrate Halloween next week but haven't found a costume yet, fake blood is always a safe solution you can't go wrong with. However, if your local store has run out of this October staple, fear not...

Economics

4 h. ago I’m a beauty expert – you must follow my tips to avoid major reactions to Halloween makeup

EVERY October, Halloween revellers go to great lengths to create incredible costumes for the eeriest night of the year. Once they have their outfits, trick-or-treaters start creating their scariest look with makeup for the perfect finish on fright night. And this usually involves pulling out bottles and colourful palettes from the year before to save...

Politics

5 h. ago Killer took children to McDonald's after murdering their parents

Derek Martin said he 'just flipped'

Events

5 h. ago Pete Hegseth unleashes a new ‘lethal kinetic strike’ on boat in Caribbean: ‘We will treat you like we treat Al

Pentagon boss claims boat was operated by Tren de Aragua

Events

5 h. ago Hospitals will be paid to divert patients into community to slash waiting lists

The NHS has also set a target for 85% of people with a cancer diagnosis to have their first treatment within two months of being referred.

Science

5 h. ago Coleen Rooney pays a sweet tribute to husband Wayne as he celebrates his 40th birthday

Taking to Instagram, the WAG, 39, shared a love-up snap with the former footballer as they beamed for the camera.

Culture

6 h. ago Hospitals may be paid to divert patients into community to slash waiting lists

The NHS has also set a target for 85% of people with a cancer diagnosis to have their first treatment within two months of being referred.

Science

6 h. ago 'Worrying': Children in Greater Manchester hospitals with flu and Covid as urgent warning issued to parents

Current data suggests that flu cases among younger adults and school-age children are driving an earlier peak in flu cases

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