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15 hours ago Sky Atlantic drama Billions cancelled after its seventh season
9 hours ago Man found guilty of murdering Olivia Pratt-Korbel, age 9
12 hours ago Charles Bronson to remain in prison
13 hours ago Northern Lights to be visible from parts of UK tonight
14 hours ago Hairy Bikers star Dave Myers gives heartbreaking cancer update
15 hours ago Disgraced MP Margaret Ferrier facing 30 day suspension

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Footage of Thomas Cashman shooting & arrest following guilty verdict. Image from Adobe Stock

Olivia Pratt-Korbel murder: Video of Thomas Cashman shooting & arrest

Supermarket opening times will vary over Easter
Supermarket opening times will vary over Easter

Tesco increase minimum basket value and charge for online shoppers

Morrisons adds blue and cheddar cheese eggs to 2023 Easter range

Anne-Marie latest act confirmed for 2023 Eden Sessions

Reddit is down for users across the UK with thousands of people unable to browse home, subreddits or even profiles
Reddit is down for users across the UK with thousands of people unable to browse home, subreddits or even profiles

Reddit users frustrated after social media site goes down

TikTok convinced ginger tom’s meow has ‘scouse’ accent

Boyle contacted his former partner on Instagram and breached his bail conditons
Boyle contacted his former partner on Instagram and breached his bail conditons

Instagram new collaborative collection feature - how to share content

Detail View of floral tributes at the Funeral of Olivia Pratt-Korbell at St Margaret Mary’s Church on September 15, 2022 in Liverpool. (Photo by Richard Martin-Roberts/Getty Images)
Detail View of floral tributes at the Funeral of Olivia Pratt-Korbell at St Margaret Mary’s Church on September 15, 2022 in Liverpool. (Photo by Richard Martin-Roberts/Getty Images)

Man found guilty of murdering Olivia Pratt-Korbel, age 9

Channel 4, Taskmaster
Channel 4, Taskmaster

Taskmaster 2023 - full list of new celeb contestants

If you’ve got some time on your hands over Easter try out this tricky brainteaser
If you’ve got some time on your hands over Easter try out this tricky brainteaser

Solve this Easter brainteaser which has left Brits bewildered

Procol Harum’s lyricist Keith Reid dies aged 76
Procol Harum’s lyricist Keith Reid dies aged 76

Procol Harum’s lyricist Keith Reid dies aged 76

Fiona Bruce on the set of Question Time. Question Time is returning to TV screens - days after the pay of its host Fiona Bruce was revealed. The flagship BBC One political show will be back Thursday with a slightly larger virtual audience than in the last series.
Fiona Bruce on the set of Question Time. Question Time is returning to TV screens - days after the pay of its host Fiona Bruce was revealed. The flagship BBC One political show will be back Thursday with a slightly larger virtual audience than in the last series.

Full panel line-up for BBC Question Time in Bristol

The Apprentice Australia season 2 will air on TV tonight
The Apprentice Australia season 2 will air on TV tonight

The Apprentice Australia season 2 release date revealed

Landlords could be given more power in new plans proposed by the government
Landlords could be given more power in new plans proposed by the government

Quarter of renters don’t report repairs over eviction fears

The government has issued a warning to Brits travelling to France soon
The government has issued a warning to Brits travelling to France soon

Government issues warning to Brits travelling to France this Easter

Charles Bronson
Charles Bronson

Charles Bronson to remain in prison

Changes have been made to the driving test in a bid to tackle the long waiting times. (Photo by Richard Baker / In Pictures via Getty Images Images)
Changes have been made to the driving test in a bid to tackle the long waiting times. (Photo by Richard Baker / In Pictures via Getty Images Images)

Huge change to driving tests as learners need to wait longer to rebook

Tesco has launched a significant upgrade to its mobile network where users can now roam for free in 48 European nations as well as foreign countries until the end of 2023.
Tesco has launched a significant upgrade to its mobile network where users can now roam for free in 48 European nations as well as foreign countries until the end of 2023.

Major change in Tesco Mobile roaming charges

Elon Musk signs letter calling for ‘immediate pause’ of AI training

Morrisons adds dog and cat friendly treats to Easter range

Cost of Living payments will be rolled out by the DWP over the course of the next month or so - Credit: Adobe
Cost of Living payments will be rolled out by the DWP over the course of the next month or so - Credit: Adobe

5 things everyone should do before the new financial year on April 5

5 symptoms of sepsis parents should know

Aurora Borealis, also known as the Northern Lights, putting a show on dancing over Loch Glascarnoch, by Garve, in the Highlands
Aurora Borealis, also known as the Northern Lights, putting a show on dancing over Loch Glascarnoch, by Garve, in the Highlands

Northern Lights to be visible from parts of UK tonight

One slice of white bread contains more salt than a bag of crisps.
One slice of white bread contains more salt than a bag of crisps.

A slice of shop-bought bread is as salty as a bag of crisps study says

The Hairy Biker first revealed his cancer diagnosis last year - Credit: Instagram
The Hairy Biker first revealed his cancer diagnosis last year - Credit: Instagram

Hairy Bikers star Dave Myers gives heartbreaking cancer update

A typical taxi driver travels an equivalent to completing two round trips from U...

Margaret Ferrier MP was given a 270-hour community payback order for breaking lockdown rules by travelling on a train despite testing positive for Covid
Margaret Ferrier MP was given a 270-hour community payback order for breaking lockdown rules by travelling on a train despite testing positive for Covid

Disgraced MP Margaret Ferrier facing 30 day suspension

Heardle - Spotify’s audible answer to the runaway success of Worldle
Heardle - Spotify’s audible answer to the runaway success of Worldle

What is today’s Heardle answer for March 30?

Sky Atlantic drama Billions will be no more after season seven - Credit: Sky
Sky Atlantic drama Billions will be no more after season seven - Credit: Sky

Sky Atlantic drama Billions cancelled after its seventh season

Only Fans star Amber O’Donnel at Tesco after shopping for her food parcel donations - Credit: SWNS
Only Fans star Amber O’Donnel at Tesco after shopping for her food parcel donations - Credit: SWNS

Mum uses first OnlyFans paycheque to fill a foodbank

The cow spent more than 10 hours ‘behind bars’.
The cow spent more than 10 hours ‘behind bars’.

Escaped cow mysteriously breaks into tennis court for 10 hours

Changes to the state pension age are common
Changes to the state pension age are common

Date of UK state pension age rise will not be brought forward

First official look at Dungeons & Dragons virtual tabletop game

American Bulldogs have been found to be the most stolen breed in the UK in 2022
American Bulldogs have been found to be the most stolen breed in the UK in 2022

Most stolen dog breeds in the UK revealed

The school holidays are meant to be full of fun, but can be expensive for parents. Here’s the full list of where kids can eat free or for £1 at restaurants and cafes across the UK?
The school holidays are meant to be full of fun, but can be expensive for parents. Here’s the full list of where kids can eat free or for £1 at restaurants and cafes across the UK?

Restaurants where kids can eat for free during Easter holidays

Landlords could be given more power in new plans proposed by the government
Landlords could be given more power in new plans proposed by the government

What legal rights do UK tenants have when renting?

Dan Walker will front a new four-part Channel 5 series on Britain’s missing people
Dan Walker will front a new four-part Channel 5 series on Britain’s missing people

Vanished: The Hunt for Britain’s Missing People - how to watch

Ukraine won Eurovision in 2022
Ukraine won Eurovision in 2022

Eurovision ticket ballot opens for displaced Ukrainians

US actor Jeremy Renner has thanked fans for their support after he was seriously injured by his snow plough.
US actor Jeremy Renner has thanked fans for their support after he was seriously injured by his snow plough.

Diane Sawyer and Jeremy Renner Disney+ interview - how to watch

King Charles coronation is on May 6
King Charles coronation is on May 6

West End shows cancelled due to Coronation of King Charles III

Pope Francis recently said that 'the English resolved the requests from Scotland' about independence in 'the English way' (Picture: Christopher Furlong/Getty Images)
Pope Francis recently said that 'the English resolved the requests from Scotland' about independence in 'the English way' (Picture: Christopher Furlong/Getty Images)

Pope Francis in hospital with respiratory infection

New research shows that humans could outlive the current record age of 122 by several decades, as advancements in technology and nutrition increase longevity.
New research shows that humans could outlive the current record age of 122 by several decades, as advancements in technology and nutrition increase longevity.

Humans could live decades longer than current record age of 122

Paul O’Grady tribute ‘For the Love of Paul O’Grady’ will air on ITV

North Ronaldsay Lighthouse in the Orkney Islands is one of the 208 lighthouses operated by NLB.
North Ronaldsay Lighthouse in the Orkney Islands is one of the 208 lighthouses operated by NLB.

Lighthouse workers vote for strike action in historic first

A number of TV shows and movies will be leaving Netflix in April
A number of TV shows and movies will be leaving Netflix in April

All the TV shows and movies leaving Netflix in April 2023

Ryanair
Ryanair

Ryanair responds to woman’s hilarious travel hack to cut on costs

POP rock superstars McFly to headline Sounds Of The City in Leeds Millennium Square on Thursday, July 6, 2023.
POP rock superstars McFly to headline Sounds Of The City in Leeds Millennium Square on Thursday, July 6, 2023.

McFly tell fans when seventh album Power To Play will be released

There is a lot to think about when moving homes.
There is a lot to think about when moving homes.

Four house move mistakes which could land you with a fine up to £1000

Diesel is being sold for about 17p per litre more on average than petrol despite the fall in wholesale costs to similar levels. (Photo by Matt Cardy/Getty Images)
Diesel is being sold for about 17p per litre more on average than petrol despite the fall in wholesale costs to similar levels. (Photo by Matt Cardy/Getty Images)

Fuel price warning for drivers who own diesel vehicles

Full cast for Grease in the West End announced

Pet owners warned about hidden Easter dangers by top vet

Paul O’Grady with the Special Recognition award “For The Love of Dogs” during the National Television Awards 2018 at the O2 Arena on January 23, 2018 in London, England. (Photo by John Phillips/Getty Images)
Paul O’Grady with the Special Recognition award “For The Love of Dogs” during the National Television Awards 2018 at the O2 Arena on January 23, 2018 in London, England. (Photo by John Phillips/Getty Images)

Paul O’Grady’s TV cameos include The Bill and Doctor Who

The NHS Covid-19 app will close after a three-year run
The NHS Covid-19 app will close after a three-year run

NHS Covid-19 app to close after three years - here’s when

Black hole 30 billion times the mass of the sun pictured

Here’s how you can claim compensation from your local council if your car has been damaged by a pothole
Here’s how you can claim compensation from your local council if your car has been damaged by a pothole

How to claim pothole damages from your local council

Mercury, Jupiter, Venus, Uranus, Mars and the Moon aligned in the night sky earlier this week (Adobe Stock)
Mercury, Jupiter, Venus, Uranus, Mars and the Moon aligned in the night sky earlier this week (Adobe Stock)

Horoscopes: what planets alignment could mean for your star sign

Spotify launches a new feature called Niche Mixes. (Tiffany Hagler-Geard/Bloomberg via Getty Images)
Spotify launches a new feature called Niche Mixes. (Tiffany Hagler-Geard/Bloomberg via Getty Images)

Spotify launches ‘Niche Mixes’ that builds personalised playlists

Anneka Rice has been crowned star baker in the final episode of The Great Celebrity Bake Off Stand Up To Cancer series.
Anneka Rice has been crowned star baker in the final episode of The Great Celebrity Bake Off Stand Up To Cancer series.

Challenge Anneka pulled from Channel 5 weekend schedule

Paul O'Grady had a close relationship with Camilla (Pic:Getty)
Paul O'Grady had a close relationship with Camilla (Pic:Getty)

ITV confirm schedule shake up to air tribute to Paul O’Grady

Paul O’Grady during a visit to the Battersea Brand Hatch Centre.
Paul O’Grady during a visit to the Battersea Brand Hatch Centre.

RSPCA pay tribute to late TV star and animal lover Paul O’Grady

King Charles III is visiting Germany this week
King Charles III is visiting Germany this week

King Charles III begins first overseas state visit in Germany

Travel warning for young British ‘nuisance’ tourists as Amsterdam launches ‘Stay Away’ advert
Travel warning for young British ‘nuisance’ tourists as Amsterdam launches ‘Stay Away’ advert

Amsterdam’s ‘Stay Away’ ad aimed at young British tourists

New family announced for Eastenders - including ex-James Bond star

Mo Gilligan has announced a 2024 UK tour. (Photo by Dave J Hogan/Getty Images)
Mo Gilligan has announced a 2024 UK tour. (Photo by Dave J Hogan/Getty Images)

Mo Gilligan announces 2024 UK Tour - how to get tickets

Busted
Busted

Busted fans react to band’s pre-sale ticket tweet

Energy providers Ovo Energy and Utility Warehouse have both been found to have charged customers the wrong amount of money (Photo: Shutterstock)
Energy providers Ovo Energy and Utility Warehouse have both been found to have charged customers the wrong amount of money (Photo: Shutterstock)

Top five tips to help save and make money

Drivers are being warned by the DVLA to pay their car tax
Drivers are being warned by the DVLA to pay their car tax

DVLA £1,000 fine warning - how to renew car tax & when to do it

File photo dated 12/12/12 the Queen Consort, then the Duchess of Cornwall, with television presenter Paul O'Grady during her visit to Battersea Dogs & Cats Home in London.
File photo dated 12/12/12 the Queen Consort, then the Duchess of Cornwall, with television presenter Paul O'Grady during her visit to Battersea Dogs & Cats Home in London.

Paul O’Grady death: Queen Consort ‘deeply saddened’ by news

Pepsi’s new recipe contains 57% less sugar than previous versions.
Pepsi’s new recipe contains 57% less sugar than previous versions.

Pepsi makes major recipe change to their classic drink

McDonald’s brings back fan favourite breakfast item for limited time only
McDonald’s brings back fan favourite breakfast item for limited time only

McDonald’s brings back fan favourite breakfast item for limited time

ITV confirms Masked Singer host Joel Dommett will fill in for This Morning’s Phillip Schofield
ITV confirms Masked Singer host Joel Dommett will fill in for This Morning’s Phillip Schofield

ITV confirms comedian to fill in for This Morning’s Phillip Schofield

Paul O’Grady attends the annual Collars & Coats Gala Ball in aid of The Battersea Dogs & Cats home at Battersea Evolution on October 30, 2014 in London, England. (Photo by Stuart C. Wilson/Getty Images)
Paul O’Grady attends the annual Collars & Coats Gala Ball in aid of The Battersea Dogs & Cats home at Battersea Evolution on October 30, 2014 in London, England. (Photo by Stuart C. Wilson/Getty Images)

Battersea Dogs & Cats Home pay tribute to Paul O’Grady

Heardle - Spotify’s audible answer to the runaway success of Worldle
Heardle - Spotify’s audible answer to the runaway success of Worldle

What is today’s Heardle answer for March 29?

Dozens of dentists could close
Dozens of dentists could close

Bupa to close 85 dental care practices across UK

Paul O’Grady with the Special Recognition award “For The Love of Dogs” during the National Television Awards 2018 at the O2 Arena on January 23, 2018 in London, England. (Photo by John Phillips/Getty Images)
Paul O’Grady with the Special Recognition award “For The Love of Dogs” during the National Television Awards 2018 at the O2 Arena on January 23, 2018 in London, England. (Photo by John Phillips/Getty Images)

Paul O’Grady’s last heartbreaking Instagram post before death

The UK’s top trending destinations to get away this Easter

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Police and security staff escort a protester from the public gallery during First Minister's Questions. Picture: Jeff J Mitchell/Getty Images
Police and security staff escort a protester from the public gallery during First Minister's Questions. Picture: Jeff J Mitchell/Getty Images

Holyrood bosses announce crackdown after protesters disrupt FMQs

The deposit return scheme (DRS) could be paused by Humza Yousaf. Picture: PA
The deposit return scheme (DRS) could be paused by Humza Yousaf. Picture: PA

Humza Yousaf considering pausing deposit return scheme

New First Minister Humza Yousaf. Picture: Andrew Milligan/PA Wire
New First Minister Humza Yousaf. Picture: Andrew Milligan/PA Wire

Analysis: Pity the poor schoolkids forced to stay and watch this FMQs