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Arsenal stumble but extend Premier League lead as Carrick sparks Manchester United derby revival
Arsenal stumble but extend Premier League lead as Carrick sparks Manchester United derby revival
Arsenal may have been left frustrated on the road, but the bigger picture still looks rosy for Mikel Arteta’s side. A goalless draw at Nottingham Forest on Saturday was enough to send the
Read More... Mayor and NBA pledge £2m boost for basketball as London prepares for NBA London Game 2026
Mayor and NBA pledge £2m boost for basketball as London prepares for NBA London Game 2026
London’s basketball scene is set for a major uplift as Mayor Sadiq Khan and the NBA unveil a near £2 million investment aimed at improving facilities, developing coaches and creating new
Read More... UK Sport targets record-breaking medal haul at Milan Cortina 2026 Winter Games
UK Sport targets record-breaking medal haul at Milan Cortina 2026 Winter Games
UK Sport has unveiled its medal ambitions for the Milan Cortina 2026 Winter Olympic and Paralympic Games, outlining cautious but growing confidence in the strength and depth of British
Read More... England golf enjoys record-breaking 2025 as participation, handicaps and digital pathways hit all-time highs
England golf enjoys record-breaking 2025 as participation, handicaps and digital pathways hit all-time highs
England Golf has hailed 2025 as one of the most successful years in the organisation’s history, with participation levels, score submissions and digital engagement all reaching unprecedented
Read More... Premier League clubs and top authors unite to launch National Year of Reading
Premier League clubs and top authors unite to launch National Year of Reading
Football stars, bestselling writers and the government have joined forces to spark a nationwide love of reading, as the National Year of Reading officially gets underway.
Read More... 2026 British Chess Championships head to Coventry: University of Warwick to host UK’s biggest chess festival
2026 British Chess Championships head to Coventry: University of Warwick to host UK’s biggest chess festival
Coventry is set to become the beating heart of British chess in the summer of 2026, as the University of Warwick hosts the British Chess Championships from
Read More... FA Cup fourth-round draw sets up Liverpool vs Brighton and Aston Villa vs Newcastle showdowns
FA Cup fourth-round draw sets up Liverpool vs Brighton and Aston Villa vs Newcastle showdowns
The FA Cup fourth round has delivered a pair of eye-catching all-Premier League clashes after Monday night’s draw, with Liverpool hosting Brighton & Hove Albion and
Read More... James Milner makes Premier League history at 40 as Brighton veteran closes in on appearance record
James Milner makes Premier League history at 40 as Brighton veteran closes in on appearance record
James Milner has added another remarkable chapter to his long Premier League career, becoming just the fifth outfield player to feature in the competition at
Read More... Man City complete Antoine Semenyo signing from Bournemouth on long-term deal
Man City complete Antoine Semenyo signing from Bournemouth on long-term deal
Man City sign Antoine Semenyo from Bournemouth
Read More... Extremist campaign seeks to push Jews out of football, antisemitism adviser warns
Extremist campaign seeks to push Jews out of football, antisemitism adviser warns
Organised extremist groups are attempting to drive Jewish people out of football, according to the Government’s independent adviser on antisemitism, Lord Mann.
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Why understanding consumer motivation, not moral messaging, is key to cutting ivory demand
Conservation campaigns aimed at stopping the illegal ivory trade could be far more effective if they focused less on moral condemnation and more on understanding why people buy ivory inRead More... -
Stopping weight-loss drugs triggers faster weight regain than ending diet and exercise, major Oxford review finds
People who stop taking weight-loss medications tend to regain weight quickly — and significantly faster than those who finish structured diet and exercise programmesRead More... -
Glasgow University Rector rejects antisemitism claims at Medical Tribunal
The Rector of the University of Glasgow has rejected allegations of antisemitism and support for Hamas during a hearing before medical regulators, insisting his wordsRead More... -
Children in substandard housing miss weeks of school, study finds
Children growing up in damp and overcrowded homes miss significantly more school and achieve lower exam results than their peers living in better-quality housing, according to new researchRead More... -
Imperial researchers back drive for cleaner film and TV power
The UK film and television industry has set its sights on using only clean power on location by 2030, after a new industry roadmap was independently reviewed and validated by researchersRead More... -
UK research sees greater impact through Horizon, new analysis finds
Studies involving UK teams under the Horizon programme were more widely cited and more likely to reach completion, as Britain marks two years in Horizon Europe.Read More... -
Switzerland rejoins Horizon Europe with early success, officials say
Switzerland has been swiftly and successfully reintegrated into Horizon Europe, the European Union’s flagship research and innovation programme, according to theRead More... -
Iryna Kotlyarevska: A unified philosophy - literature as a space of inner freedom
At the heart of all Irina Kotlyarevskaya’s books lies a single philosophy—rarely spelled out, yet unmistakably present in every story: a child is not a “future adult,” but a complete human...Read More... -
Sir Mark Caulfield honoured by Kuwaiti Embassy for advancing UK–Kuwait ties
Professor Sir Mark Caulfield has been awarded a medal by the Embassy of the State of Kuwait in recognition of his contributions to UK–Kuwait relations and his leadership in medical science.Read More... -
Cold snaps and heatwaves cost NHS England billions, study finds
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Cold weather and rising heat are placing a significant and year-round strain on NHS England, with temperature-related illness accounting for around 3% of spending across primary and
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Culture
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£9m Claude Lorrain masterpiece faces possible export as UK scrambles to keep Baroque treasure
A Baroque landscape masterpiece valued at £9 million has been placed under a temporary export ban, giving UK institutions a final opportunity to keep the work in the country.Read More... -
Welsh towns invited to compete for first-ever UK Town of Culture title
Could a Welsh town become the very first UK Town of Culture? Communities across Wales are being invited to step into the national spotlight as the UK launches its inaugural Town of CultureRead More... -
In Bloom: How plants shaped Britain and the modern world
Plants surround us every day – in our gardens, our homes and even in our cups of tea – yet few of us stop to consider the extraordinary journeys they have taken to get here.Read More... -
UK launches first town of culture competition to revive local pride and boost economic growth
The government has officially launched the UK’s first-ever Town of Culture competition, marking a major new push to restore pride in communities and drive cultural-led economic growthRead More... -
Government announces academy trust inspections to strengthen school accountability
New academy trust inspections to boost transparency for parents and strengthen outcomes for childrenRead More... -
Cumbrian animated flood film scoops international science award
A short animated film featuring a red squirrel from Cumbria has won an international education award, shining a global spotlight on how trees can help tackle floodingRead More... -
Inside an immersive Guildhall Art Gallery exhibition inspired by the London Tube
The sensory world of the London Tube is brought vividly to life in a new immersive exhibition at Guildhall Art Gallery, uniting painter Jock McFadyen RA with musicianRead More... -
Researchers uncover ‘lost geometric code’ embedded in Oxford and Britain’s historic buildings
Researchers say they have uncovered a long-forgotten geometric code woven into some of Britain’s most famous historic buildings, including landmarks in Oxford.Read More... -
IWM Duxford to open new Second World War rooms revealing unseen artefacts and daily life of wartime pilots
IWM Duxford is set to open three newly restored Second World War spaces, offering visitors an intimate look at the lives of aircrew stationed at the Cambridgeshire airfield during the conflict.Read More... -
War-torn Trafalgar Union Flag faces possible departure from UK
A rare Union Flag that led the British charge at the Battle of Trafalgar has been placed under an export bar, giving UK institutions the chance to keep the historic relic in the country.Read More... -
Barbican to host Liam Young’s first UK solo exhibition in 2026
The Barbican has announced ‘In Other Worlds’, the first UK solo exhibition by artist, director and BAFTA-nominated producer Liam Young. Opening May 2026, the immersive show will exploreRead More... -
The Manchester Museum displays thousands of African artefacts it knows little about
A museum in northwest England has unveiled a new gallery showcasing thousands of African artefacts, many of which the institution admits it knows very little about. The exhibition aims toRead More... -
Captain John Narbrough’s journal faces export ban amid fears it could leave the UK
A rare 17th-century manuscript journal documenting Captain John Narbrough’s secret expedition to Spanish America and the Pacific has been placed under a temporary export ban, giving UKRead More...
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UK News
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Scotland’s First Minister signals fresh independence drive if SNP wins may majority
Scotland’s First Minister John Swinney has said a majority victory for the Scottish National Party (SNP) in May’s Holyrood elections would trigger...18 January 2026Read More... -
20-year-old woman arrested in London over alleged online support for Daesh
A 20-year-old woman has been arrested in south London as part of an ongoing counter-terrorism investigation into suspected online activity linked to...18 January 2026Read More... -
UK Prime Minister reaffirms support for United Nations in talks with António Guterres at Downing Street
The Prime Minister welcomed United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres to Downing Street on 16 January 2026, reaffirming the United Kingdom’s...17 January 2026Read More... -
Government launches CustomerFirst to modernise public services with AI and industry experts
The government has announced a major push to modernise public services with the launch of CustomerFirst, a new specialist unit designed to cut delays,...17 January 2026Read More...
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UK Foreign Office warns travellers of heightened risks in 16 countries, including Dubai, Turkey, Cyprus, and Egypt
The UK Foreign Office has issued an urgent travel advisory for British nationals planning trips to 16 countries, citing “serious concerns” over...16 January 2026Read More... -
London Mayor unveils council tax rise to boost neighbourhood policing, tackle phone theft and fund free school meals
London Mayor Sadiq Khan has announced plans to increase council tax to help fund neighbourhood policing, crack down on mobile phone theft and build...16 January 2026Read More... -
Indra wins $1.1bn contract to run London’s transport ticketing and control systems
Spanish technology firm Indra has secured a major long-term contract with Transport for London (TfL) to operate and maintain the capital’s ticketing...16 January 2026Read More...
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£279m defence investment to build state-of-the-art home for British army cyber regiment
The British Army’s cyber specialists are set to move into a new, purpose-built home after the Ministry of Defence confirmed a £279 million investment...16 January 2026Read More... -
Plans for 5,500-home Wychavon new town enter public consultation stage
Plans for a major new settlement in Wychavon have taken a significant step forward after two outline planning applications were formally validated...15 January 2026Read More...
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Mayor unveils £2.2m support scheme to help low-income London families claim up to £8m in unclaimed benefits
London’s Mayor, Sadiq Khan, has launched a major new initiative aimed at helping thousands of families on low incomes access financial support they...15 January 2026Read More... -
London records lowest homicide rate on record as murders fall to 11-year low
London has recorded its lowest homicide rate per capita since records began, marking a significant milestone in the capital’s fight against violent...15 January 2026Read More... -
NHS waiting lists fall three times faster in high-unemployment areas as targeted reform takes effect
Waiting lists are falling up to three times faster than the national average in some of England’s hardest-hit joblessness areas, according to a new...15 January 2026Read More...
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UK business confidence sinks to three-year low as tax and regulation fears grow
UK business confidence has fallen to its lowest level in three years, highlighting growing unease among firms as concerns over tax, regulation and...14 January 2026Read More... -
UK immigration enforcement raids reach historic levels
Immigration enforcement activity across the UK has reached its highest level on record, with a sharp rise in raids and arrests targeting illegal working...13 January 2026Read More...
World News
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Starmer and EU reject Trump’s Greenland tariff threats as ‘Blackmail’ against Nato allies
Sir Keir Starmer and senior European leaders have hit back at Donald Trump after the US president threatened sweeping tariffs against Nato allies in...18 January 2026Read More...
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Australia’s gun count tops 4 million in 2025 as government moves to tighten firearms laws
Australia recorded its highest number of registered firearms on record in 2025, with more than four million guns now legally held nationwide, according...18 January 2026Read More...
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Libya secures $2.7 billion deal to transform Misurata Free Zone into Mediterranean trade hub
Libya is set to sign a major strategic partnership worth an estimated $2.7 billion to expand and modernize the Misurata Free Zone, a move the government...18 January 2026Read More... -
Museveni secures another term in Uganda election amid fraud claims and opposition crackdown
Uganda’s long-serving president Yoweri Museveni has won another term in office after being declared the landslide victor in the country’s presidential...17 January 2026Read More... -
EU tourism hits all-time high in 2025 with 3.08 billion overnight stays
Tourism across the European Union reached a historic milestone in 2025, with travelers spending an estimated 3.08 billion nights in tourist accommodation...17 January 2026Read More... -
UK and Ukraine mark one year of historic 100-year partnership with new aid, reform drive and reconstruction plans
The United Kingdom has reinforced its long-term commitment to Ukraine as both countries marked the first anniversary of their landmark 100-Year Partnership,...17 January 2026Read More... -
Trump threatens new tariffs on nations opposing US control of Greenland
US President Donald Trump has escalated his long-running push to bring Greenland under American control, saying he is considering imposing new tariffs...17 January 2026Read More... -
Germany to offer up to $7,000 incentive for electric car buyers, aiming to boost EV sales
Germany plans to provide families with small and medium incomes subsidies of up to €6,000 ($7,000) for purchasing new electric vehicles, according...16 January 2026Read More... -
Trump receives Nobel Peace Prize medal from Venezuela opposition leader Maria Corina Machado at White House
Former U.S. President Donald Trump accepted a Nobel Peace Prize medal on Thursday from Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado during a...16 January 2026Read More... -
UK accelerates £20m energy lifeline for Ukraine as 100-year partnership enters second year
The United Kingdom and Ukraine have moved to deepen their long-term alliance, marking the first anniversary of their historic 100 Year Partnership...16 January 2026Read More... -
Germany deploys troops to Greenland in European security mission amid Trump’s claims
Germany is set to deploy a small contingent of troops to Greenland this week, joining other European nations in a reconnaissance mission aimed at assessing...15 January 2026Read More... -
Russia expels British Embassy official over alleged espionage, warns of retaliation
Russia has expelled a British diplomat it accuses of working undercover for the United Kingdom’s intelligence services, sharply escalating tensions...15 January 2026Read More... -
Dutch rental crisis deepens as affordable homes vanish and average rent climbs to €1,838
The pressure on the Dutch private rental market intensified in the final quarter of 2025, as rents continued to rise and affordable homes became increasingly...14 January 2026Read More... -
UK and Poland strengthen air and missile defence ties with joint training and helicopter programme
The United Kingdom and Poland have agreed to deepen defence cooperation in a move set to significantly strengthen their ability to counter air and...14 January 2026Read More... -
Greenland PM backs Denmark over U.S. as Washington talks loom
As global attention sharpens on the Arctic, Greenland’s leaders are sending a clear message: their future remains tied to Denmark, not the United...14 January 2026Read More...
Media
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Prince Harry to testify in High Court privacy battle against Daily Mail publisher
Prince Harry is set to return to a London courtroom next week, where he will personally give evidence in a high-profile privacy lawsuit against the...15 January 2026Read More... -
UK government turns to TikTok to publicise immigration raids amid voter backlash
The British government has taken its immigration message to TikTok, launching an official account that showcases raids on people accused of working...14 January 2026Read More... -
Keir Starmer threatens action against Elon Musk over AI ‘Deepfake’ abuse on X
Prime Minister Keir Starmer has issued a stark warning to Elon Musk, urging the tech billionaire to rein in his AI chatbot Grok after it was reportedly...13 January 2026Read More... -
BBC moves to dismiss Donald Trump’s $5bn defamation lawsuit over January 6 documentary
The BBC is preparing to ask a US court to throw out Donald Trump’s $5bn (£3.7bn) defamation lawsuit, arguing that the case has no legal footing...13 January 2026Read More... -
Meta blocks 550,000 social media accounts as Australia enforces world’s toughest youth ban
Meta has blocked more than half a million social media accounts in the opening days of Australia’s sweeping new law banning children under 16 from...12 January 2026Read More... -
Donald Trump sues BBC for £7.5bn over edited January 6 speech
Donald Trump has launched a £7.5 billion lawsuit against the BBC, accusing the public broadcaster of defamation and deceptive editing in a documentary...16 December 2025Read More...
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Daily Mail owner agrees £500m deal to acquire Telegraph titles
The publisher of the Daily Mail has struck a £500 million agreement to buy the Telegraph newspapers, bringing an end to months of uncertainty over...22 November 2025Read More...