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Five days of snow and ice warnings as 2026 begins with Arctic blast

It will turn much colder across the UK for the start of the new year. Additional warnings for cold weather, snow and ice have been issued as Simon King outlines. from BBC News https://ift.tt/dOQHa0x

Snowfall expected across much of UK as new warnings issued

Snow is expected to fall across much of the UK in a chilly start to 2026, forecasters have said. from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News https://ift.tt/hmWEOrt

Huge crowds mourn Bangladesh's first female PM at state funeral

A sea of mourners have gathered in Dhaka to pay final respects to Khaleda Zia, who died on Tuesday aged 80. from BBC News https://ift.tt/B9PudHQ

How South Africa conquered Test cricket in 2025

BBC Sport reflects on a stellar year for South Africa which threatens to be overshadowed by a lack of home Test cricket. from BBC News https://ift.tt/AL1alwC

No 10 issued apology over John Major's birthday message to Queen Mother, newly-released papers reveal

John Major's Downing Street sent a grovelling apology after the prime minister birthday telegram to the Queen Mother was addressed in an "improper manner", newly-released government documents show. from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News https://ift.tt/4YdpCTQ

Octopus Energy to spin off $8.65bn tech arm Kraken

The energy firm sells a $1bn stake in its technology arm Kraken, paving the way for its demerger. from BBC News https://ift.tt/jzAMtRF

Thailand accuses Cambodia of breaking newly signed ceasefire deal

The ceasefire took effect at noon local time (05:00 GMT) on Saturday. from BBC News https://ift.tt/y08L9Eb

James Bond game 007 First Light delayed to May 2026

Dexter Original Sin actor Patrick Gibson will star as the British spy when the game releases on 27 May. from BBC News https://ift.tt/iBX3N0W

Starmer criticised for celebrating activist's return from Egypt

Sir Keir Starmer is facing criticism for celebrating the return of a British activist from detention in Egypt in light of his past social media posts. from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News https://ift.tt/I8pMZSQ

'Life after loss': How TikTok helped me when my newborn died

Maddie Biggs opens up about her experience of losing her newborn son and navigating grief. from BBC News https://ift.tt/eObqKW8

Treasury to cover Bayeux Tapestry for estimated £800m

The huge embroidery will be covered under the government's indemnity scheme when it travels to the UK. from BBC News https://ift.tt/iRHOnC5

'MCG pitch would get hell if produced elsewhere'

Captain Ben Stokes says there would be "hell on" if the Melbourne pitch upon which his England team beat Australia inside two days had been produced in another part of the world. from BBC News https://ift.tt/R0f8rgH

Jokic breaks Curry record in historic triple-double

Three-time MVP Nikola Jokic breaks nine-year Steph Curry record in the Denver Nuggets' win against the Minnesota Timberwolves. from BBC News https://ift.tt/HYKb3ze

Redknapp runner among King George contenders

Fact To File, Gaelic Warrior and Harry Redknapp's The Jukebox Man head the confirmations for the King George VI Chase at Kempton on Boxing Day. from BBC News https://ift.tt/02jMwPc

BP sells stake in motor oil arm Castrol for $6bn

BP has sold a 65% stake in its motor lubricant arm Castrol to US-based investment firm Stonepeak. from BBC News https://ift.tt/MxJsOCV

'We didn't get it right' - Key apologises for Ashes performance

Director of England cricket Rob Key says he is "gutted, disappointed and sorry" for England's dismal performance in the Ashes series, having lost the series with two matches still to play. from BBC News https://ift.tt/gKfEoSh

New Salford team granted Championship status

The Rugby Football League gives a new Salford team Championship membership for 2026, three weeks after the old club was wound up. from BBC News https://ift.tt/y4lExa3

Puppy farming, snare traps and trail hunting to be banned, under new reforms

Puppy farms, trail hunting and snare traps are all set to be banned under animal welfare reforms being introduced by the government. from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News https://ift.tt/deQMNvw

New Zealand openers break Test records against WI

New Zealand's Tom Latham and Devon Conway become the first openers in Test history to score centuries in both innings as the Kiwis set the West Indies a record 462-run chase for victory. from BBC News https://ift.tt/TKlGEXn

Watch: Joshua knocks out Paul in one-sided fight

Anthony Joshua defeats YouTuber-turned-boxer Jake Paul as he secures a comfortable win via a sixth-round stoppage in Miami. from BBC News https://ift.tt/gAYZob6

Man City links '100% speculation', says Maresca

Reports suggesting Enzo Maresca is the potential successor to Pep Guardiola at Manchester City are "100% speculation", the Chelsea boss says. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Hl0Mkqt

Too late to investigate Farage election expenses, Essex Police say

It is too late to investigate whether Nigel Farage broke election law on spending at the general election, Essex Police has said. from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News https://ift.tt/iNUHOKx

Ecuador defender Pineida killed in shooting

Ecuador defender Mario Pineida dies at the age of 33 after being shot outside a shop in Guayaquil. from BBC News https://ift.tt/jc9NzOm

Bomb disposal robot deployed to parliament to tackle box of Christmas cards with MP's name on it

A minister has made the Met Police's naughty list after a box of unsent Christmas cards triggered a lockdown around parliament. from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News https://ift.tt/HJLSB0R

Antonelli goes incognito at Milton Keynes go-kart race

The driver gets two penalty points but manages to clock the fastest lap of the session. from BBC News https://ift.tt/lcIM2hk

Trump v the BBC: What's in the lawsuit and what could happen next?

Donald Trump is suing the BBC for $10bn (£7.5bn) for defamation. from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News https://ift.tt/0AlsW79

Another water firm handed enforcement package for sewage failures

Wessex Water has become the latest utility to face a multimillion-pound enforcement package for sewage leaks, the industry regulator has announced. from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News https://ift.tt/FbwrmG9

Lizzo celebrates as fat-shaming claims dismissed

The star says the allegations "haunted" her, but she still faces allegations of sexual harassment. from BBC News https://ift.tt/3zZpkVw

Wales captain Morgan to join Gloucester

Wales captain Jac Morgan is set to join Gloucester at the end of the season. from BBC News https://ift.tt/yZ2w0SB

Ofcom investigates BT and Three for failing to connect 999 calls

The companies have been fined in the past over outages leaving customers unable to call emergency services. from BBC News https://ift.tt/lDBI7so

Family raffles £325,000 seaside home for £5 a ticket rather than sell it

After failing to sell the traditional way, Jennie and John Bailey decide a different approach. from BBC News https://ift.tt/mwVbzK0

Lim makes darts history as he becomes oldest player to win match at PDC World Championship

Paul Lim has become the oldest player ever to win a match at the PDC World Darts Championship. from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News https://ift.tt/Y7IsyhM

Frustrated Messi fans throw chairs and bottles at India stadium event

The Inter Miami and Argentina forward is in India for his 'GOAT tour', taking in events in Kolkata, Hyderabad, Mumbai and New Delhi. from BBC News https://ift.tt/laXJM6I

Two dead after reports of explosion in garden of house

Two people have died following reports of an explosion in a garden. from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News https://ift.tt/gPACGpk

Nationwide fined £44m for financial crime failures

Nationwide has been fined £44m for failing to do enough to combat financial crime. from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News https://ift.tt/DUhHpW0

Plea after girl, 13, died copying social media trend

Sonia Hopkin says her daughter had been trying to replicate videos she had seen on TikTok. from BBC News https://ift.tt/hSQUnXH

Man found guilty of savage glass bottle train attack

A man who launched a savage attack on two men with a glass bottle on a train has been found guilty of attempted murder and serious assault. from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News https://ift.tt/Y9lUcab

Queen records special broadcast with John Hunt, whose wife and two daughters were murdered

The conversation will feature in a special edition of the Radio 4 Today programme on New Year's Eve. from BBC News https://ift.tt/cVZsN1K

Four decisions for England before third Ashes Test

England are at the point of no return in the Ashes - Stephan Shemilt looks at some of their key decisions for the crucial third Test against Australia. from BBC News https://ift.tt/MN7IgUc

NHS facing 'worst case scenario' December amid 'super flu' surge

NHS England has warned the health service is facing a "worst case scenario" December with a surge of "super flu". from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News https://ift.tt/VDRearj

'Utterly wicked' woman tried to murder toddler by feeding her adult medication

A woman has been found guilty of trying to murder a toddler by repeatedly giving her adult medication. from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News https://ift.tt/ZIqlJtB

'Playing Kyrgios will not damage women's sport'

Aryna Sabalenka and Nick Kyrgios defend their controversial Battle of the Sexes-style match, saying the "fun" event will attract new fans to tennis. from BBC News https://ift.tt/cWB1ves

Who has made Troy's Premier League team of the week?

After every round of Premier League matches this season, Troy Deeney gives us his team of the week. Do you agree with his choices? from BBC News https://ift.tt/ne2UzdI

Storm Bram named with severe weather warnings for rain and damaging winds

Damaging winds and flooding rain will sweep across the UK on Tuesday with Storm Bram as Simon King explains from BBC News https://ift.tt/5tlFENq

Prince Harry's security arrangements while in UK 'under review'

The Duke of Sussex's security arrangements in the UK are reportedly being reviewed. from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News https://ift.tt/yRFaojd

England soundly beaten by Australia in second Test drubbing

England capitulate to a damning eight-wicket defeat on day of the second Test to give Australia a 2-0 lead in The Ashes. from BBC News https://ift.tt/1mSJNtH

Emergency services responding to incident at Heathrow Airport

Emergency services are responding to an incident at Heathrow. from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News https://ift.tt/8CLODbG

England in tatters after dismal day in Brisbane

England’s hopes in the second Test - and the Ashes - are in tatters after a dismal and depressing third day in Brisbane. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ZAv92bl

'He can't believe what he's done!' - Pope caught & bowled

Ollie Pope is dismissed for 26, gifting a simple catch to Michael Neser as England fall to 90-2 on day three of the second Ashes Test in Brisbane. from BBC News https://ift.tt/dQfcU3v

Nigel Farage allegations are deeply shocking - but will they deter voters?

Allegations about Nigel Farage's schooldays have hit the headlines since the early days of the Brexit campaign in 2013. from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News https://ift.tt/4OpWYqD

Green makes 'huge error' as Carse bowls him for 45 to give England hope

Cameron Green 'gifts' England a wicket, opening up and exposing the stumps to Brydon Carse as Australia sit on 291-4 on day two of the second Ashes Test in Brisbane. from BBC News https://ift.tt/E8b1LVM

All flights halted at Edinburgh Airport

All flights have been halted at Edinburgh Airport due to an IT issue affecting its air traffic control provider. from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News https://ift.tt/9rtCY8J

'I feared failure' - why Savage left club that 'saved' him

Four years on from film crews witnessing Macclesfield FC's rise from the ashes, a new documentary follows Robbie Savage as he takes over as manager at the club he helped to create. from BBC News https://ift.tt/tXjWa9p

All the freebies, benefits and discounts available to pensioners

Here we take a look at the benefits and discounts available to pensioners... from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News https://ift.tt/LZW2ulx

England and Wales in same 2027 World Cup group

England and Wales are paired up in the pool stages at the 2027 Rugby World Cup, with Scotland and Ireland also drawn together. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ZNU0MwL

Health secretary hits out at BMA's 'juvenile delinquency' over doctors' strikes

The health secretary has accused the British Medical Association of "juvenile delinquency" and behaving like "moaning minnies" after the union announced that resident doctors will go on strike in the run-up to Christmas. from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News https://ift.tt/ZmiF4TD

Raducanu 'isn't hiding from anything any more' after stalking ordeal

Emma Raducanu is now comfortable travelling by public transport and does not feel she is "hiding from anything any more" after her stalking ordeal. from BBC News https://ift.tt/nCraOGd

More than 800,000 young children seeing social media content 'designed to hook adults', figures show

Children as young as three are "being fed content and algorithms designed to hook adults" on social media, a former education minister has warned. from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News https://ift.tt/Ero9THA

Ukraine talks 'productive' but more work needed, Rubio says

American and Ukrainian delegations meet in Florida to discuss the outlines of a peace deal with Russia. from BBC News https://ift.tt/013ws96

Oxford Dictionary publisher reveals Word of the Year 2025 - do you know it?

Don't get too upset, but 'rage bait' has been named by Oxford University Press as this year's Word of the Year, beating other online terms. from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News https://ift.tt/1Nx73Pl