Grandson jailed for stealing from grandparents, forcing them to food banks
Ashley Partington, 33, stole his elderly grandparents' pension money, leaving them destitute. He was jailed for 30 months. Read the full shocking story.
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Anderson and Searle surge into world darts semis
Gary Anderson is two wins from a third world title after beating Justin Hood, while Ryan Searle overcomes an eye condition to reach the last four. Follow the latest from Ally Pally.
Ryan Searle reaches World Darts semis despite eyesight issue
Darts star Ryan Searle defies hereditary eyesight condition ADOA to reach World Championship semi-finals at Ally Pally, inspiring others and raising funds for a cure.
Darts Stars Want Five-Year Bans for Whistling Fans
Nathan Aspinall calls for lengthy bans for disruptive fans who whistle during throws. Top referee Huw Ware explains the delicate art of crowd management at major tournaments.
PDC Worlds 2026: Quarter-Final Schedule & Players
The 2026 PDC World Darts Championship quarter-finals are set for a New Year's Day thriller at Alexandra Palace. See the full schedule, session times, and player match-ups here.
The 'Hey You!' Marketing Trend: Authenticity Crisis
London writer Max Fletcher critiques the overuse of faux-friendly 'you' in corporate communications. Explore why this direct address feels disingenuous and patronising.
Littler's Mum Blasts 'Vile' Fans After Son Booed at Worlds
Lisa Littler hits back on social media after fans jeer son Luke at Ally Pally. The darts sensation responds defiantly as he advances in his title defence.
Hood's record 11 doubles stuns Rock at World Darts Championship
Debutant Justin Hood made history with 11 consecutive doubles in a 4-0 win over Josh Rock at Alexandra Palace, securing a £100,000 payday and a quarter-final spot. Read the full story of this stunning upset.
Littler responds to Alexandra Palace boos after victory
Defending champion Luke Littler reacts to hostile crowd at Ally Pally, saying boos fuelled him to a 4-2 win over Rob Cross. He expects more on New Year's Day.
Littler Defeats Cross 4-2 Amid Hostile Alexandra Palace Crowd
Luke Littler overcame a spirited Rob Cross and a hostile Alexandra Palace crowd to win 4-2 and advance in the PDC World Championship. The champion responded defiantly to the jeers.
Stephen Bunting's son suffers online abuse after darts loss
Darts professional Stephen Bunting reveals his 13-year-old son was subjected to online hate following his PDC World Championship exit. The family speaks out against trolling.
Huw Ware: PDC's only openly gay referee on visibility
Welsh referee Huw Ware discusses his unique role as the only openly gay man in professional darts, his historic World Final officiating, and leading the Out On The Oche LGBT+ group.
Darts star Bunting speaks out on family abuse
Darts star Stephen Bunting opens up on the 'hurtful' online trolling aimed at his young son following his World Darts Championship exit. Read his full emotional statement.
Cross cruises, Anderson wins thriller at World Darts
Rob Cross whitewashes Damon Heta 4-0 to set up a blockbuster last-16 clash with Luke Littler at Ally Pally. Gary Anderson wins a seven-set epic. Latest PDC World Darts Championship news.
Littler aims dig at Bunting after Ally Pally victory
Luke Littler cruised into the last 16 of the World Darts Championship and couldn't resist a cheeky dig at rival Stephen Bunting. Read the full story and reaction from Alexandra Palace.
Hurrell stuns Bunting in PDC World Championship decider
World No.63 James Hurrell claims the biggest win of his career, defeating Stephen Bunting 4-3 in a final-set decider at Alexandra Palace. Luke Littler powers through.
Mother quits dining out with kids over public judgement
A UK mother explains why she's given up on restaurant meals with her children after facing constant judgement from other diners. Read her story and share your views.
Barneveld: Prime Taylor beats Littler
Darts legend Raymond van Barneveld says Luke Littler is the world's best but believes a prime Phil Taylor would win. Read his full analysis ahead of Littler's title defence.
Family Ponders Their Dog's Secret Pecking Order of Love
As their cavoodle Odie turns five, a family reflects on the enduring mystery of canine affection. Who does the dog love most, and what are his secret metrics?
Record Boxing Day Test Crowd at MCG Underlines Festival Status
A record 85,000 fans packed the MCG for the Boxing Day Test, transforming the cricket match into a vibrant cultural festival. Discover how tradition and spectacle converged in Melbourne.
Animal Gift-Giving: Nature's Perfect Presents
Forget turkey-scented candles. This Christmas, learn from nature's experts. Discover how penguins, dolphins, and scorpionflies master the art of thoughtful, sustainable presents.
Trump's Erratic 2025 Behaviour Raises Mental Acuity Questions
A detailed analysis of Donald Trump's unusual behaviour throughout 2025, from bizarre segues to public sleeping, raising serious questions about his mental fitness as Democrats plan to make it a key election issue.
Van Gerwen urges rival Wright to retire after shock loss
Michael van Gerwen says Peter Wright has been playing 'crap' and should retire after the Scot's shock World Darts Championship defeat to Arno Merk. Read the full reaction.
Victorian 'riotous behaviour' charge for Hounslow church threat
A 37-year-old man faces a rare prosecution under an 1860 law for allegedly threatening a worshipper in a West London church. Discover the history behind the obscure legislation.
Police chiefs call to scrap non-crime hate incidents
Police leaders are set to call for the controversial 'non-crime hate incident' category to be scrapped and replaced with a new 'commonsense' system. Read the full details of the proposed overhaul.
Dark Side of Professional Darts Revealed
Beyond the raucous crowds and big money, elite darts players reveal a soul-destroying tour, loneliness and a loss of passion for the sport. Exclusive insight from Alexandra Palace.
Police Leaders Urge Scrapping of Non-Crime Hate Logs
National police leaders recommend replacing the non-crime hate incident system with a 'common sense' approach, focusing only on serious anti-social behaviour. Read the full review details.
Aspinall's Chewbacca Scare at World Darts Championship
Nathan Aspinall reveals he was terrified by opponent Leonard Gates in a Chewbacca mask backstage at Alexandra Palace before his 3-0 win. Read the full story.
Ricky Evans upsets James Wade in Ally Pally thriller
Ricky Evans defeats No 7 seed James Wade in a dramatic five-set match at Alexandra Palace, creating a festive walk-on music dilemma. Read the full report on the PDC World Darts Championship.
Walliams Removed from Children's Book Festival Line-up
David Walliams has been removed from the Waterstones Children's Book Festival following his publisher's decision to drop him over misconduct claims. He strongly denies the allegations. Get the latest updates.
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