1 hour ago Elf actress explains why she won't watch iconic Christmas film with her kids

The actress said that the movie was a bit 'scary' for her kids

Culture

2 h. ago Woman who has robins in her garden every day shares one food they love

A woman says a family of robins greet her in the mornings and even fly inside her home

Politics

2 h. ago Cat owner leaves cooked turkey on counter to cool and suffers instant regret

A woman has revealed her horror after leaving a cooked turkey out on the countertop to cool down before serving it up to her guests - and people say she should be angrier about the situation

Politics

3 h. ago Woman has message for everyone after being asked same question 3 times on flight

A woman was asked to move seats on three separate occasions during her long-haul flight, and she was left 'seething' by the time she landed in San Juan, Puerto Rico

Politics

4 h. ago Cat owner leaves cooked turkey on counter to cool and instantly regrets it

A woman has shared her horror after leaving a cooked turkey on the countertop to cool before serving it up to her family - and people say she should be angrier about the situation

Politics

5 h. ago How to watch Heated Rivalry in the UK? Hit show gets British release date with Sky

Heated Rivalry is finally going to be released in the UK - but there is a bit of a wait! ⛸📺

Events

5 h. ago Everything you need to know as second woman who died in horror crash named

Two women died after being hit by a car in Smithills, Bolton, on Monday morning

Events

5 h. ago ‘That’s a rare find!’ The casting genius who plucked this year’s biggest TV star out of 600 auditions

From Peaky Blinders to Sherwood, Shaheen Baig has cast some of the best shows on screen. But she struck gold with Owen Cooper for Adolescence – and won an Emmy. How does she spot such game-changing talent?At the Emmys in September, Adolescence all but swept the board. It won best limited series. It won awards for writing, for directing, for cinematography. Three of its actors – Stephen Graham, Erin Doherty and Owen Cooper – all took home awards. But Adolescence also earned another Emmy for a craft that often goes overlooked: best casting.Shaheen Baig was the woman responsible for casting Adolescence, and her Emmy is tucked away in the top right corner of the screen as we chat about her year over Zoom. She is mortified as soon as she realises this, immediately re-angling her webcam to keep it out of sight, lest anyone mistakes it for a boast. Continue reading...

Politics

5 h. ago I stayed in 'cosy' riverside Scottish hotel in 'most dog friendly town'

An award-winning pub, cosy fires, completely dog-friendly and excellent food - is this Scotland’s best country hotel asks Rosalind Erskine.

Politics

6 h. ago Woman deported before she could see dying husband in ICE custody: ‘I never saw him again’

Francisco Gaspar-Andrés died in El Paso hospital after being detained at Fort Bliss – his wife was deported to Guatemala without a chance to see himA Guatemalan man has become the first person to die in the custody of Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) at the Fort Bliss army base in Texas. His wife of 25 years was deported from the same camp without a chance to see her dying husband.Francisco Gaspar-Andrés, 48, died on 3 December at a hospital in El Paso, as Democratic lawmakers and immigration advocates were ramping up demands that the camp be closed down amid allegations of inhumane conditions there. The DHS has said such allegations are “categorically false”. Continue reading...

Events

6 h. ago Glenrothes incident: Man and dog die in Christmas Eve flat fire in Scottish town

A joint investigation has by the police and fire service has been launched.

Events

6 h. ago Dog owner left in distress after trip to groomer 'traumatised' poodle

"I wouldn’t have been able to keep my best friend which is just unthinkable. Thanks to the Scottish SPCA, Charlie is home for Christmas with his mum."

Events

6 h. ago Velcro Dogs 2026: Here are 15 breeds of adorable dog who will stick to you like glue

These dogs love their human owners so much they don’t like leaving them alone for a second.

Politics

7 h. ago Passenger asked same question 3 times on 1 flight says rude habit must stop

A woman has issued a stark message to anyone travelling by plane this holiday season - as she reminds them to 'be generous' following her recent experience on a flight

Politics

7 h. ago Officers find dead dog in freezer and 26 'crammed' into house of horror

They will face sentencing in the new year

Events

7 h. ago Christmas Eve tragedy as man dies with pet dog in devastating house fire

Multiple fire engines and ambulances raced to the scene of the blaze in Glenrothes, Fife, where a man was tragically found dead alongside his pet dog just hours before Christmas

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7 h. ago Glenrothes house fire horror as man and dog die in Christmas Eve tragedy

Emergency services rushed to a fatal house fire in Glenrothes, Fife, where a man and dog died on Christmas Eve morning - a joint investigation has now been launched

Events

7 h. ago Is it wrong to dress my dog in a Christmas jumper this year?

Animal rights charity Peta has warned that the only animals that should wear wool are sheep. But Charlotte Cripps, who has bought her golden retriever a Christmas jumper and a reindeer hoodie, disagrees – as long as a dog doesn’t mind, it’s all part of the festive spirit

Politics

7 h. ago 'Perfect' festive mimosa recipe is ideal for Christmas morning

A woman has shared a simple method to make mimosas in the lead-up to Christmas - and it's perfect for festive morning celebrations. All you need is a few ingredients

Economics

7 h. ago Dead dog found in freezer as 26 others found 'crammed' in bedroom

Lee Wright and Paige Carrington have been charged with animal welfare offences after 26 dogs were found crammed into a three-bedroom property, many confined in crates and living in substandard conditions

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