Fact check: Sir Keir Starmer’s low approval rating is not worst for a sitting PM
A post on TikTok has reached hundreds of thousands of users while claiming that Sir Keir Starmer’s approval rating has reached minus 38, “a new record” that makes him “the…
Major police operation causes cars to be seized and licences immediately suspended for breaking driving laws
Police in North Yorkshire have seized multiple unlicensed vehicles and cracked down on illegal taxi operations during a major road safety operation. The operation carried out by the Dewsbury Neighbourhood…
Home Network, Flavour Network reveal TV show lineups, schedules
The long-awaited winter/spring 2025 TV show lineups and schedules for Corus’ new networks were announced on Monday. Home Network unveiled a star-studded lineup of new programming, featuring international hits Extreme…
Brits in ‘inefficient’ homes could see energy bills soar – with over 65s worst affected
New research suggests that residents in energy-inefficient homes could face an additional £299 on their annual energy bills this year, costing UK households a total of £3.8 billion. The study,…
Communities minister pledges £6.7 million for homelessness prevention
Communities minister Gordon Lyons has pledged £6.7 million of additional funding for homelessness prevention. Mr Lyons said the government has to “make the strategic shift” towards prevention which he called…
Aldi’s new Christmas baubles are inspired by their best-selling bargains
Aldi has revealed a new range of luxury baubles, inspired by the most unusual items found in its middle aisle. The set of baubles are designed after the supermarket’s best-selling…
Covid campaigners criticise Wormald’s promotion to Civil Service top job
Health department chief Sir Chris Wormald’s appointment as the UK’s top civil servant is “unbelievably frustrating and worrisome”, Covid-19 victims’ campaigners said. Sir Chris was appointed as the new Cabinet…
Channel 4 Gogglebox star overjoyed by 4st weight loss ‘milestone’ goal: ‘First time in my life!’
Gogglebox star Amy Tapper has revealed the results of her weight loss journey so far as she celebrates shedding an impressive four stone. The 24-year-old shared the “milestone” on social…
Barnier’s bold budget move in France spurs opposition to hold no-confidence vote
French Prime Minister Michel Barnier invoked a special constitutional tool on Monday to push through the controversial 2025 budget without a parliamentary vote. Mr Barnier said it was necessary to…
Alan Halsall and Coleen Rooney involved in ITV I’m A Celebrity trial mix-up as Dec fumes ‘what a waste!’
Alan Halsall and Coleen Rooney are set to take part in Monday night’s Bushtucker Trial on I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out Of Here, but a sneak peek shows a…