The first Christmas without Levi Syer, 16, was unbelievably tough for his family. Now his parents want others to know the warning signs and they want the government to step up and take action
Alexandra Hicks was 15 when her brother Kevin went missing - and she's been searching for him ever since
A man turned away for treatment at a hospital in Merseyside allegedly went on rampage leaving six people needing treatment.
At least 36 people died making the perilous journey from France to the UK in 2025, charities estimate, with an eight-year-old girl among the victims - amid calls to record all small boat deaths
We all try to take a few days off from the constant anxiety of 'Oh god, what's he done now?'. Well, we've kept tabs on Trump during your Christmas detox. Here's what you missed
The Duchess of Sussex had a busy 2025 with the launch of her lifestyle brand and Netflix programme, but not all of her endeavours received a positive reception
A royal correspondent claims Princess Beatrice and Princess Eugenie have achieved the royal role that Prince Harry originally wanted but was denied by the Royal Family
New year, new games for PlayStation gamers as the first PS Plus title for January 2026 has reportedly been revealed.
The star of reality series Members Only: Palm Beach shared a series of incredible old snaps with her followers
Amy Deards says she was a 'highly functioning alcoholic' who couldn't face the world sober after struggling to cope with her relationship breaking down
The second series of acclaimed BBC spy drama The Night Manager is set to premiere on BBC One and iPlayer on January 1, 2026. It comes nearly a decade after the original series first aired
A cleaning expert has shared nine easy habits you can slip into your daily routine in 2026 in order to make keeping your house clean easier than ever
There has been a horror collision after a driver suffered a medical episode at the wheel on a busy road in Bulwell, Nottinghamshire
Emergency services responded to a fatal house fire in Glenboi, Mountain Ash, shortly before 2am on New Year's Eve, with the property suffering significant structural damage
Rob and Michele Reiner's remaining children Jake and Romy are said to be finding solace in each other while grieving the death of their parents and the murder trial of their brother
Jurgen Klopp has been linked with a return to Liverpool this season amid the Reds’ dire title defence under Arne Slot and his current employers Red Bull have now spoken out
Company announced UK stores will close in January as part of a major restructuring plan, with the full list of affected locations
Gordon Ramsay paid tribute to his newly married daughter Holly days after her festive wedding to Adam Ramsay Peaty, which hardly any of the swimmer's family attended
We've seen a huge wave of musicians break into the industry this year but next year, the likes of Rosalia and Olivia Dean are expected to take their careers to the next level
British boxer Anthony Joshua was involved in a crash in Nigeria that killed close friends Sina Ghami and Kevin Latif Ayodele and an update on the driver has now been issued
Former Big Brother star and TV panellist Narinder Kaur has shared an update after it was revealed she was hospitalised after returning from holiday to India and the Maldives
David Beckham and his eldest son Brooklyn have faced a strained relationship over the years, stemming from his son's wedding in 2022 which saw a rift begin among the family
An ex-Wrexham assistant boss has opened up on the grim conditions before Ryan Reynolds and Rob Mac transformed the club
Manchester United loanee Rasmus Hojlund could see his Napoli switch made permanent with the Italian club determined to sign him for a fee which represents another loss
Molly-Mae Hague is currently in the Maldives with Tommy Fury and their daughter Bambi seeing in the new year - marking a stark contrast to their viral moment last year
MARTIN Lewis has shared a pain-free method to easily save £667 by the end of 2026. If you want to be a few hundred pounds richer, Martin Lewis has a simple trick to get you there. The Money Saving Expert and his team have revealed a clever strategy to stack up cash without feeling the...
UKRAINE’S “luckiest soldier” survived five drone strikes and a mortar blitz during a hellish 12 day escape from the frontline that left him with gangrene, frostbite and horrific shrapnel wounds. Heroic Private Oleh, 38, was given up for dead and his wife and daughter were told he was missing after he was separated from his...
IT is often described as being more British than the UK and enjoys low taxes, cheap booze and virtually zero crime and illegal immigration. So it’s little wonder that thousands of fed-up Brits have been flocking to this Med hotspot, where you can grab a pint for under £3 and pubs are thriving. But with...
MANCHESTER UNITED fans were left fuming after footage emerged of Matheus Cunha gesturing to the crowd after last night’s draw with Wolves. The Red Devils were left red faced after struggling to a 1-1 stalemate with the league’s worst side. Wolves had picked up just two points all season before heading to Old Trafford. And...
A TIDY home means a tidy mind – but finding space for stacks of new toys, toiletries and other Christmas gifts can feel like a mammoth task. Almost half of us say clutter is the biggest cause of stress at this time of year, with 18million households tackling the post-festive mess. But with some clever...
EXPERTS at the RAC have picked out the cheapest new cars of 2025 which could be great options for penny-pinching drivers heading into 2026. Over the past year, diesel prices have risen at the pumps, used‑car values are expected to keep climbing and escalating EV prices are unsettling Brits thinking about making the transition. In...
A cash prize of £120,000 is enticing to anyone. In 2026, The Traitors will welcome 22 new faces to battle it out through betrayals. It will be a return to form for the BBC show after the celebrity edition which aired from Wednesday October 8, 2025 to Thursday November 6, 2025. Alan Carr stole the...
HEADING into the New Year on the hunt for a new internet plan? We’ve listed the best UK broadband deals below to help boost your speeds and lower your bills. Virgin Media broadband deals - shop here Community Fibre broadband deals - shop here NOW broadband deals – shop here If your broadband contract is drawing to a...
POLICE have launched a desperate hunt for a man who mysteriously vanished from a hotel near Heathrow after cancelling his trip abroad. Mark Thompson was last seen on December 21 but was not reported missing until six days later. The 55-year-old is believed to have travelled to Heathrow Airport ahead of a planned trip the...
Whether you need to do an emergency food shop or hunt for a bargain in the January sales, New Year’s Day can be a confusing time for retail. Because January 1 is an official bank holiday, high street schedules are a mixed bag this year. Major names like Aldi, M&S, and John Lewis have confirmed...
HAVE you feasted - and boozed - a bit too hard this festive season? If your mind doesn't confirm this, your body certainly will - as that familiar bloated feeling settles in. And with New Year's Eve and Day still to come, your belly might be crying out for some reprieve. Adrienne Benjamin, gut health...
DURING her debut performance for her new Vegas residency, J.Lo went nude under a black lace bodysuit. Jennifer Lopez made a stunning return to Las Vegas with her Up All Night Live residency at The Colosseum at Caesars Palace. Captivating the audience with her bold fashion choices, the former Mrs. Affleck showcased her dance moves...
AN Emirates flight attendant has revealed some of her top tips for people planning a trip to Dubai - as well as little-known perks to the job. Alessandra Piper initially worked in a corporate job in London, before being tempted to become flight crew by a friend already working for the airline. She told Sun...
A WOMAN has opened up on falling in love with her husband’s boyfriend. Six years ago, Arizona was married and looking for a partner for her and her now ex-husband. At the time, Gerald had just come out of a 10-year relationship and was also looking for someone to hook up with. Gerald was not...
MARRIED At First Sight star Laura Vaughan has split from her boyfriend Hayden Cote after a year of dating. The reality star, who appeared on the E4 experiment in 2023, has hinted in recent weeks that she was single after a string of posts. In March, The Sun revealed that Laura was dating Hayden, who...
JOANNE Lesley Malone CBE is the mastermind behind some of the most popular perfumes in the world - which even the Princess of Wales loves. The 62-year-old started her iconic brand, Jo Malone, in the 1990s from her kitchen table - and it's since catapulted into worldwide fame. According to various outlets, Princess Kate’s all-time...
RACING fans are in for a bumper year in 2026 - and we can help you make the very most of it. We’ve teamed up with the travel heavyweights at Racing Breaks to smash the price of your 2026 sporting calendar. We know the cost of living is biting hard but that shouldn’t stop you...
THE spectacular sights and sounds of a Formula 1 race – nothing comes close to the thrill of a live Grand Prix. For motorsport fans around the world, the pilgrimage to Silverstone is a hallowed tradition. F1 races in 2026 * Prices correct at time of writing but are subject to change. But a growing...
RUGBY fans can secure their spot for one of the most anticipated games of the Six Nations - England's trip to Rome to face Italy. The iconic championship, a glorious celebration of fierce rivalries and national pride, will kick off on Thursday 5 February. The tournament gets off to a flying start with a blockbuster...
THIS is the terrifying moment four men clung to a stranded boat as it hung on the edge of a 130ft drop. Dramatic footage shows the men gripping onto the ski-boat high above the dam spill way, as foaming water surges beneath. The incredible incident took place on the Vaal River in Standerton, a town...
JEFF Bezos and Lauren Sanchez are leading a glittering gathering of the world’s rich and powerful as St Barts becomes the global hotspot for a New Year’s Eve yacht extravaganza. The US tech billionaire and his wife have already been spotted on the luxury Caribbean island as the annual migration of the ultra-wealthy begins. Billionaires,...
THE January transfer window promises to be a thriller in 2026! With the race for the title and Champions League places wide open, clubs will be looking to bolster their ranks ahead of the second half of the season. Bourmeouth's Antoine Semenyo looks set to be part of a mega transfer battle, with the Ghanaian...
IT can be a massive chore to get rid of ugly weeds, especially during the cold winter months. There are loads of tips and tricks out there to get the job done, from sprinkling salt to splurging on weed killer. But you don't need to cover your patio in salt and risk causing harm to...
MAJOR supermarkets across the country will slash prices in a bid to clear out last year's food. The best time to snag the best bargains ahead of New Years has been revealed. Seasoned bargain hunters are aware of yellow sticker times but it might be different during New Year's Eve. As supermarkets have reduced opening...
BUDGET supermarket Lidl has revealed the opening hours for all of its branches across the UK over the New Year. So here's everything you need to know if you need some bottles of bubbly or flavoursome favourites to help ring in 2026. When is Lidl open over New Year's? Lidl, which operates around a thousand branches...
FANS were furious after Mikel Arteta appeared to "block" Jadon Sancho from running down the wing during Arsenal's clash with Aston Villa on Tuesday. The Gunners cruised to a 4-1 win over in-form Villa thanks to goals from Gabriel Magalhaes, Martin Zubimendi, Leandro Trossard and Gabriel Jesus at the Emirates Stadium. However, one moment from...
EASTENDERS has revealed the first look at New Year’s Day’s flashforward and hinted at a baby, a murder and a Rolls Royce. The BBC soap is taking the step to air tomorrow’s episode set entirely in 2027 as a total flashforward centred around Max Branning. And after being brutally rejected by his entire family in...
STILL looking for a good deal before the year ends? Amazon's offers from Boxing Day are still live and some have dropped even further, with discounts across tech, homeware, beauty, fashion and Amazon devices. I’ve reviewed the latest price drops to identify what’s still on sale and offers good value right now. Amazon Boxing Day...
Ben Sandford, 39, and Mark Doherty, 40, were snared in a major police sting that revealed a four-man crime gang was behind the plan.
Revellers from across the world will welcome in 2026 in Edinburgh tonight.
CCTV footage shows a man leaning over the reception desk at The Coachman Hotel in Kilsyth before opening a drawer and rifling through its contents. Staff say the suspect has been seen on the premises several times and are offering a £100 reward for information leading to his identification.
Scientists have warned that a drug-resistant strain of a common fungus poses a serious threat to vulnerable patients in healthcare settings
The Elephant House, on George IV Bridge in Edinburgh, was gutted by the blaze that that swept through the street in August 2021.
Jason Fraser Anderson, 33, has been missing from Catrine, East Ayrshire, since December 12 and failed to make contact with his family over Christmas.
A woman was also seriously injured in the crash on Wednesday morning.
Michael Watts attends Liberton Primary School.
Having the number to hand could make all the difference during a wildlife emergency
A driving expert has warned New Year's Eve revellers they could face unlimited fines and driving bans if caught over the legal limit the morning after partying, as common "sobering up" myths are debunked
The update ensures British passports are now the most secure in history
There are four groups who should be cautious with using the inhalers
At least 30 Grassmarket venues say repeated outages have cost them thousands in Christmas trade, leaving staff and customers frustrated.
A man was left scratching his head after receiving a unexpected parcel addressed to no one which contained a "random" object inside and he couldn't figure out what it was
Around 5.30am on December 31, emergency services rushed to the A89, Broxburn, following reports of the collision.
Brits will welcome in the start of 2026 when the clock strikes midnight and signals the beginning of January 1st, but this date wasn't always the start of the year
Opened in 1920, The Pavilion in George Place is the earliest intact survivor of the George Green chain of cinemas.
Ann Pike has been awarded a BEM (Medallists of the Order of the British Empire) for her service to the community and Third Sector in West Lothian.
One animal shelter worker has shared important advice for pet owners, warning that many people are misunderstanding how microchips work and failing to register them properly
Lewis and Sheena McPhee from West Lothian have seen remarkable changes to their health and lifestyle.
Dr Deirdre McCormick, who is Chief Nurse and Head of NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde’s (NHSGGC) Public Protection Service, was given the honour for her services to public protection.
Alexandra Hale claims she was not warned about long-term risks
Police were called to the property at 7am on Monday, December 29.
“Automated Pharmacy prescription collection machines are a groundbreaking innovation in the healthcare industry."
The group joined residents and the care team to put up Christmas trees and decorations throughout the building.
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Our healthcare system is under unprecedented pressure.
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A 300-foot-wide mysterious mountain hole has been dubbed the 'Devil's bumhole' by mystified locals.
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Tens of thousands more patients are also going to the emergency department for diarrhoea.
'I don't hold back.'
The so-called tourist tax will add 5% to accommodation bills in the Scottish capital from July.
The London-listed group reported a £7 million pre-tax loss for the six months to September 30 against losses of £1.5 million a year ago.
The 0.2% increase to Ofgem’s energy price cap comes as a swathe of cold health alerts are issued for large areas of the UK.
The overall number of pubs in England and Wales fell to 38,623 from 38,989 a year earlier.
Ministers announced a licensing system to legally return beavers to the wild in England this year, with the first pair released in Dorset in March.
Mining, defence, and finance shares led the charge with significant gains over 2025.
A number of power cuts have affected the area in recent days.
A smart sensor, developed in Donegal, is being used to detect faults in rural water supplies in Uganda.
Louise Hunt, her sister Hannah Hunt and their mother Carol Hunt were killed by Kyle Clifford – Louise’s ex-partner – last year in Hertfordshire.
Camilla was in conversation with John Hunt and his daughter Amy, whose family were murdered at their home last year.
The key is a crystal in the shape of a rhombic dodecahedron.
Research by the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra (RPO) found Michael Jackson was the most popular choice, followed by Freddie Mercury.
On Tuesday, police were called to Seacroft Green shopping centre, in Seacroft Avenue, at about 8.45pm
The Coastguard said conditions 'are frankly not looking ideal' for tomorrow's sea swims.
These outer space bunkers may provide the perfect conditions for preserving life
Nearly two weeks since the new Avatar movie, more and more players have been checking out the 2023 video game from Ubisoft.
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Trade unions and MPs are among those to have raised concerns about operational problems at Jhoots and allegations of unpaid staff wages.
The Body Coach app was launched by Wicks at the end of 2020 following his rise to fame in the initial Covid-19 lockdowns.
Dame Sarah Mullally will be the 106th Archbishop of Canterbury.
John Rainey said he wanted to push the boundaries of traditional forms in his artistic creations.
Tom Shearman attempted to rescue his wife and children but was beaten back by the severity of the fire that destroyed his home near Stroud.
From sausage rolls drenched in KFC gravy and a wonky Christmas tree giveaway, here’s what excited consumers this year.
The UK set a number of new records during a tumultuous year of weather.
David Darke, 66, died in hospital on Saturday after suffering a serious head injury outside a pub in Appleby Magna, Leicestershire, on December 21.
The actor was famous for his profane catchphrase in the acclaimed series.
Fire chiefs said staff showed ‘exceptional bravery and professionalism in challenging conditions’.
A Supreme Court ruled that the terms ‘woman’ and ‘sex’ in the 2010 Equality Act ‘refer to a biological woman and biological sex’.
The Queen recalled in a radio broadcast being ‘so angry and furious’ when she was attacked on a train as a teenager.
The European Court of Human Rights has demanded answers in relation to state responsibilities for victims of trafficking.
Merseyside Police said a man had been detained under the Mental Health Act.
Mining, defence, and finance shares led the charge with significant gains over 2025.
Trade unions and MPs are among those to have raised concerns about operational problems at Jhoots and allegations of unpaid staff wages.
While schools, government and banks are closed on New Year’s Day, most major retailers across the U.S. will be open, with many offering discounts on older inventory to clear the way for newer products
Iran has appointed a new central bank governor after the former one resigned following a record currency drop against the U.S. dollar
Mali and Burkina Faso have banned U.S. citizens from entering their countries
Authorities are investigating damage to an undersea telecommunications cable in the Gulf of Finland that occurred between the capitals of Finland and Estonia
Fewer Americans applied for unemployment benefits last week as layoffs remain low despite a weakening labor market