Politics
Liverpool's St Anne's Church targeted in far-right 'hitlist' during 2024 riots
St Anne's Church in Toxteth, home to asylum charity, was targeted in 2024 far-right riots. Discover how it forged powerful community alliances to counter hatred and build solidarity. Support grassroots action.
Culture
EastEnders: Phil Mitchell's Heartbreaking Care Decision for Nigel Bates
Phil Mitchell and Julie face the agonising decision to find a care home for Nigel Bates as his young-onset dementia worsens. Read the latest emotional spoilers.
Sports
NHL Stars Return to Olympics: USA and Canada Unveil Star-Studded Squads for Milan-Cortina 2026
Ice hockey's biggest stars, including Auston Matthews and Connor McDavid, will compete at the 2026 Winter Olympics as the NHL ends its 12-year hiatus. Discover the teams aiming for gold.
Business
Indoor Fireworks Spark Deadly Nightclub Blaze in Swiss Ski Resort
A New Year's Eve fire in a Swiss nightclub, likely caused by indoor sparklers, has killed at least 40 people. This tragedy highlights the repeated global danger of pyrotechnics in crowded venues.
Environment
Transport
Skull Fractured in London Underground Attack at Bank
Police hunt five after a man was pushed head-first down a staircase at Bank Tube station, suffering a fractured skull. Two victims were seriously injured in the pre-Christmas assault.
Major Brent road closures set for January disruption
Key roads in Wembley and Willesden face long-term closures for utility works this January, causing major traffic disruption. Find diversion routes and details here.
Sutton road closures: Full list for Jan-Feb 2026
Major roadworks and closures planned across Sutton borough in early 2026. Check our list for disruptions in Cheam, Carshalton, Wallington and Sutton town centre.
Ardrossan Harbour nationalisation deal at advanced stage
The Scottish government is in advanced negotiations to buy and upgrade Ardrossan Harbour, a key step to resuming ferry services to the Isle of Arran. Read the latest on the 'ferry fiasco' resolution.
Vintage London Tube Photos Show 1970s & 80s Commute
Step back in time with nostalgic photos of the London Underground from the 1970s and 80s. See commuters reading papers, smoking, and even a platform quartet! Discover how the Tube has changed.