54 m. ago Baby P's mum forced to reveal details of son's brutal death for first time ever

Tracey Connelly refused to give evidence at her 2007 trial for subjecting her 17-month-old son Peter to a campaign of abuse - but the monster will be forced to give details of her actions in public

Events

55 m. ago Best biometric padlocks for unmatched keyless convenience and superior security.

Security at your fingertips

Events

85 m. ago Donald Trump says Hamas are gathering Israeli hostages 'now' ahead of historic handover as thousands of Palestinians trudge home through Gaza rubble

Donald Trump has said that Hamas are gathering the hostages held in Gaza 'now' before handing them over to Israel as part of a historic peace deal.

Politics

1 hour ago BRIAN READE: 'For their arrogance and shameless lying, Tories deserve to be in history's dustbin'

The Conservative Party Conference was almost pornographic with its passion for Margaret Thatcher, says Brian Reade, but clinging to the memory of a dead leader while in total denial of its disastrous recent past, speaks volumes

Politics

1 hour ago Canada's Marineland aqua park threatens to kill 30 beluga whales in shock ultimatum

Marineland was a major destination for families with young children - but its reputation has crumbled over the years with ongoing protests from animal welfare activists

Events

2 h. ago 28 iconic shops we grew up with that have vanished from our high street

You don't need to be that old to remember these stores, once stalwarts of the high street but now consigned to history

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2 h. ago 28 iconic shops we grew up with that have vanished from our high streets

You don't need to be that old to remember these stores, once stalwarts of the high street but now consigned to history

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2 h. ago Tony Blair and Nick Clegg hosted dinner giving tech bosses access to UK minister

Exclusive: Six tech leaders dined with investment minister, documents reveal, underlining growing influence of ex-PM’s consultancyTony Blair and Nick Clegg hosted a private dinner earlier this year at which a select group of technology entrepreneurs were given access to a key minister, official documents have revealed.The former prime minister, who is a champion of the tech industry, held the dinner in an upmarket London hotel in his capacity as the head of the Tony Blair Institute (TBI) political consultancy. Continue reading...

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2 h. ago Witches of Essex: Rylan and Prof Alice’s look at one of history’s most shameful periods is unfailingly moving

This engaging if slight show sees the unlikely duo reopen witch trials from 400 years ago on the hunt for justice. It’s Blackadder crossed with CSI – with a sprinkling of Philomena CunkWitches of Essex is one of those television shows that could have been created working backwards from its title. “It sounds like Witches of Eastwick!” you can imagine a producer brainstorming. “Can we do anything with that?”Yes, yes we can. We can put together a three-part documentary about the Essex witch trials, which saw hundreds of people – the majority of them women – accused of witchcraft in the 16th and 17th centuries. Crucially, we can hire everyone’s favourite Essex boy, Rylan (though less favourite since his comments on immigration saw more than 700 Ofcom complaints last month) to present it alongside Prof Alice Roberts. Continue reading...

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3 h. ago SNP Scottish Government urged to boost defence sector to become world leader

Aerospace, security and defence lobby group unveils inaugural manifesto for Holyrood elections

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3 h. ago Tim Dowling: I’m under an azure Croatian sky – fretting about the roof back home

This should be a blissful break, but I’m distracted by the roofer’s messages relaying our house’s ongoing problems. My wife, meanwhile, remains firmly on holidayI’m sitting on a terrace overlooking a sparkling bay. Directly in front of me fishing boats rock gently on the water and tidy white houses are piled on the hill opposite. I’m looking at my phone.The video I’m watching is narrated by Michael the roofer, who has just sliced away a section of the flat roof at the top of our house. Continue reading...

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4 h. ago Trump’s former adviser turned critic John Bolton expected to be criminally charged as early as next week: report

Trump’s former National Security Adviser John Bolton’s home was raided by the FBI in August

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5 h. ago Colourful Welsh town's stunning £31m seafront makeover will save it from disaster

'This is a significant milestone in securing the stunning coastline and safeguarding the future of the town and its residents'

Economics

5 h. ago Historic Cardiff building which once hosted Bob Geldof and Kelly Jones brings back live gigs

The Coal Exchange will once again stage live music

Politics

6 h. ago Donald Trump's health report sparks concern after detailing 'ongoing maintenance' plan

The results from Donald Trump's "routine yearly check-up" at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center were made public by the White House on Friday

Politics

8 h. ago NHS hospital workers demanding £470 pay rise reach their 200TH DAY of strikes... as union boss claims they have been left 'no choice'

Members of Unison at Gloucestershire Royal and Cheltenham General Hospitals have been on strike since March - becoming one of the longest in NHS history.

Economics

9 h. ago Less than 24 hours before EDF deadline to claim 'free electricity'

Since the Sunday Saver Challenge kicked off last September, 88 per cent of participants nationwide have secured at least four hours of complimentary electricity

Events

9 h. ago Memo that government officials tried to bury shows Jeffrey Epstein met Sir Tony Blair in Downing Street... and Lord Mandelson set it up

The BBC reported that the meeting was arranged after Lord Mandelson sent an email to Jonathan Powell, who was Sir Tony's chief of staff and is now national security adviser.

Politics

9 h. ago 'Exceptional' Scottish home for sale with views over historic World War Two loch

"A rare opportunity to purchase a modern, energy conscious home."

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9 h. ago ‘New era’ in history of passports will see King’s coat of arms on the front

The new passports will be issued from December.

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