Politics
UK Government Faces Backlash Over Support for Activist Alaa Abd el-Fattah
Successive UK governments face criticism from Jewish groups for campaigning to release activist Alaa Abd el-Fattah, whose offensive social media posts have surfaced. 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
NFL Week 17: Steelers Eye Playoffs vs Browns, Garrett Chases Sack Record
The NFL regular season nears its climax. Can Cleveland stop Pittsburgh's playoff push? Myles Garrett eyes the sack record against Aaron Rodgers. Full preview and key matchups.
Business
OpenAI, SpaceX, Anthropic Eye 2026 IPOs as Tech Giants Seek Capital
Silicon Valley's elite, including OpenAI and SpaceX, are preparing for blockbuster IPOs by 2026 to fund soaring AI and space exploration costs. Discover the shift from private to public markets.
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.