Politics
Starmer faces backlash for welcoming activist with 'extremist' social media history
Prime Minister Keir Starmer is under fire for celebrating the return of British-Egyptian activist Alaa Abd El-Fattah from Egypt, following revelations of his past social media posts. Critics condemn the 'endorsement'. Read the full story.
Culture
Why Kirby Air Riders is the Perfect Christmas Switch 2 Game
A reader defends the Switch 2's Kirby Air Riders, arguing it's a joyful, content-rich alternative to Mario Kart and the perfect festive family game. Discover why it scored an 8.5/10.
Sports
England End 15-Year Wait With Dramatic MCG Victory in Two-Day Ashes Test
England clinch a thrilling first Test win in Australia for nearly 15 years, chasing 175 at the MCG in a breathless two-day match. Listen to the Ashes Weekly podcast analysis.
Business
UK Retail Hiring Plummets 6% as Automation Replaces Workers
UK retail vacancies hit a decade low as automation and rising employment costs reshape the sector. What does this mean for workers and the economy? Explore the data and historical parallels.
Health
Environment
Transport
State of Emergency in New York After Major Snowstorm
A massive winter storm has paralysed New York, leading to a state of emergency and over 14,000 flight cancellations. Discover the latest travel chaos and official warnings.
15 killed as bus plunges into Guatemalan ravine
At least 15 dead and 15 injured after a bus veered off the Inter-American Highway in Guatemala. President declares three days of national mourning. Read the latest.
Contactless rail expansion causes some fares to soar
The rollout of contactless pay-as-you-go on UK railways has led to significant fare hikes, with MPs warning it could price people out of train travel. Discover the full story.
M25 crash in Essex causes miles of tailbacks
A serious collision closed the M25 near Brentwood, causing long delays. National Highways confirmed the road has reopened but warned of residual queues.
Snowstorm Disrupts 15,000 Flights in New York and New Jersey
A major winter storm brought travel chaos to the US north-east, causing nearly 15,000 flight cancellations and delays. Read the full report on the severe weather impact.