Amber Cold Alert Issued as Temperatures Set to Plummet
The UKHSA has issued amber cold health alerts for northern England, warning of a potential rise in deaths among vulnerable people as temperatures drop severely overnight. Check on neighbours.
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Trump's Legacy: A Historical Blotch, Not a Masterpiece
Simon Tisdall argues that seismic political shifts like Trump's rise are often false dawns. History suggests continuity prevails over chaos. Explore why 2026 needs fewer watersheds.
Essential Winter Running Clothing for UK Runners
Discover the five essential layers for comfortable and safe winter running in the UK. Our guide covers base layers, insulation, and waterproofs to keep you moving.
Canada's Deep Freeze Hits -55.7C, US Warm Christmas
An Arctic deep freeze grips Canada with temperatures plunging below -50°C, while the US experiences record-breaking Christmas warmth. The extreme weather patterns are set to persist.
Sister's plea 40 years after brother's Toxteth murder
Kimberley McNish appeals for information 40 years after her brother Jeffrey, 22, was stabbed to death at the 1985 Toxteth Caribbean Festival. Merseyside Police renew investigation.
Why Brits brave icy seas on Boxing Day & New Year's Day
Discover the science and mental health benefits driving the UK's Boxing Day and New Year's Day sea dip craze. From cold water euphoria to safety tips, find out why thousands take the plunge.
Inside the World's Coldest City, Yakutsk
Discover how 355,000 people survive and thrive in Yakutsk, Siberia, where winter temperatures plunge to -64°C and 'ice fog' blankets the streets. Read their incredible story.
Quiz: 17 Tricky Questions on London's History
Think you know London? Put your knowledge of the capital's monuments, famous faces, and hidden history to the test with our 17-question quiz. Perfect for history buffs and curious Londoners alike.
Two missing swimmers prompt Devon police sea warning
Devon and Cornwall Police warn against sea swimming as two men remain missing and a UKHSA cold health alert stays active for Boxing Day. Stay safe and check official advice.
Christmas Day sea swim in Cornwall amid weather warnings
Swimmers in Falmouth braved strong winds for a traditional Christmas Day dip. The Met Office issued yellow warnings for wind and cold, ruling out a white Christmas for the UK mainland. Read the full forecast.
Mariupol's destroyed theatre reopens with Russian fairytale
The Mariupol Drama Theatre, destroyed in a 2022 airstrike, reopens under Russian control. Critics call it 'dancing on bones' as a Russian fairytale replaces its Ukrainian past. Explore the story of loss, Russification, and confiscated homes.
Christmas Day Wind and Cold Warnings in Force
The UK faces disruptive 55-65mph winds and a three-day cold weather health alert on Christmas Day, with travel and power cuts expected. Stay informed and safe.
Cold health alert and wind warnings for UK Christmas
A yellow cold health alert and severe wind warnings have been issued for parts of the UK on Christmas Day, leading to event cancellations and travel disruption. Stay informed and check your journey.
Cold Health Alert for UK Christmas Amid Unlikely Snow
The Met Office forecasts a dry but cold Christmas Day, with a yellow cold health alert warning of increased risks for vulnerable people. Get the latest travel and weather details.
58-year-old UK cold case solved after DNA breakthrough
The 1967 rape and murder of Louisa Dunne in Bristol was solved 58 years later, marking the UK's longest-running cold case breakthrough. Discover how modern forensics and relentless review brought justice.
Oldest US park ranger Betty Reid Soskin dies aged 104
Betty Reid Soskin, who became a park ranger at 85 and retired at 100, has died aged 104. She championed stories of women of colour from WWII. Read her inspiring story.
Australia's Christmas Weather: Heatwaves and Chilly Temps
Australia faces a weather split this Christmas, with severe heatwaves on the Queensland-NSW border and Melbourne bracing for its coldest Christmas Day since 2006. Get the full forecast.
Sir John Stanley, Former Defence Minister, Dies at 85
Sir John Stanley, the respected former Armed Forces Minister and long-serving MP for Tonbridge and Malling, has died aged 85. Read about his remarkable career and legacy.
War reporter Peter Arnett dies at 91
Peter Arnett, the fearless journalist who won a Pulitzer for his Vietnam coverage and reported live from Baghdad during the Gulf War, has died at 91. Discover his remarkable career.
Arrest in 32-year-old Welsh farm murder case
An 86-year-old man has been arrested in connection with the 1993 murders of Harry and Megan Tooze on their Welsh farm. Police urge anyone with information to come forward.
Arrest in 1993 South Wales farmhouse double murder case
An 86-year-old man has been arrested in connection with the 1993 shotgun killings of Harry and Megan Tooze in Llanharry. South Wales Police's forensic review leads to new development in the 30-year-old cold case.
Human remains identified as woman missing for 19 years
Human remains discovered in Leicester scrubland have been confirmed as Malgorzata Wnuczek, who vanished in 2006. Police continue their investigation into her death.
Historic WWI War Crime Case Still Influences International Law
A 1918 German U-boat attack on survivors of a Canadian hospital ship set a crucial legal precedent. Discover the landmark case still cited in modern war crimes law.
Russia's Economy Collapses Under Weight of Ukraine War
Analysis: Russia's economy is faltering as the war in Ukraine drains resources. With inflation soaring and energy income plummeting, could internal tensions lead to Putin's downfall?
Global Photo Diary: Cold Moon, Snow, and Sport
From the Cold Moon rising over Gaza to Seoul's first snow and a dejected Ben Stokes, explore the powerful images that defined Friday, December 5th, 2025.
Total War: Medieval 3 Announced, Star Wars Rumours Fly
Creative Assembly announces Total War: Medieval 3 and teases a second major project, fuelling speculation about a rumoured Star Wars strategy game. Get the full details on the 25th anniversary reveals.
Putin's daughter apologises in Paris confrontation
Vladimir Putin's secret daughter, Luiza Rozova, expressed regret for her father's war when confronted by a Ukrainian journalist in Paris. Read the full story of the emotional encounter.
DNA identifies suspect in 2005 Eastbourne seafront murder
Police name Keith Dowbekin as killer of Jennifer Kiely 20 years after her body was found. DNA from a cigarette butt provided the crucial breakthrough. Read the full story.
DNA breakthrough solves 20-year-old seaside murder
DNA from a single cigarette butt has identified a suspect in the 2005 murder of Jennifer Kiely in Eastbourne. Keith Dowbekin was named as the killer after a familial DNA search.
Forgotten WWII Pillbox Hidden at London Underground Station
Discover the WWII pillbox at Putney Bridge Station, a concrete relic from 1940 built as a last line of defence against German invasion. Learn its history and how to spot it today.
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