Pressure Mounts for Under-16s Social Media Ban
Over 60 Labour MPs and Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch urge Prime Minister Keir Starmer to implement a social media ban for under-16s, citing mental health concerns and cross-party support.
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Khan Criticises Trump Over Greenland Takeover Threats
London Mayor Sadiq Khan has criticised Donald Trump's threats to acquire Greenland, emphasising national sovereignty and the rights of Greenlanders to self-determination.
Starmer Stands Firm Against Trump on Greenland Tariffs
Prime Minister Keir Starmer adopts a surprisingly forceful tone at PMQs, refusing to yield on Greenland position amid Trump's tariff threats and Chagos reversal.
Trump Davos Speech Claims Fact-Checked
Analysis of Donald Trump's statements at Davos about Greenland, NATO, China's wind farms, investment figures and ending wars, with verification of facts.
World Leaders Warn of 'Lawless' Era at Davos
World leaders at Davos warn of a shift to a 'world without rules' as Trump's Greenland annexation desire and tariff threats dominate discussions, sparking fears of fading international law.
Man Charged with Murder in Norwich Street Death
A 61-year-old man, Raymond Williams, has been remanded in custody after appearing in court charged with the murder of Tania Williams, a woman in her 40s found injured in Catherine Gardens.
Trump's Davos Speech on Greenland and NATO
Donald Trump addressed the World Economic Forum in Davos, reiterating US interest in acquiring Greenland while ruling out force and criticising NATO allies.
Trump's Davos Speech Torches 'Unrecognisable' Europe
Former President Donald Trump delivered a blistering critique of European nations at Davos, targeting UK energy policy and renewing demands for Greenland acquisition.
Newark Reacts to Jenrick's Reform UK Defection
Residents in Newark share their views on MP Robert Jenrick's defection to Reform UK, with local Tory councillors calling it a betrayal of voters and party values.
Officer Cleared in Bristol Chase Death
A police officer was cleared of wrongdoing after a high-speed pursuit in Bristol led to the death of GP Keryl Johnson in 2021.
Starmer Stands Firm Against Trump on Greenland
Prime Minister Keir Starmer refuses to yield to President Trump's pressure tactics regarding Greenland's sovereignty, defending his position during heated parliamentary exchanges.
Starmer Accuses Badenoch of Opportunism Over Chagos
Prime Minister Keir Starmer has criticised Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch for prioritising 'naked opportunism over national interest' by supporting Donald Trump's stance on the UK's Chagos Islands agreement with Mauritius.
East London Man Jailed for Cocaine Hidden in Car
Aulon Cani, 36, from Romford, has been sentenced to over two years in prison after police discovered cocaine worth £800 hidden in his vehicle panel during a search in Essex.
Starmer: Trump Pressuring UK on Greenland via Chagos
Prime Minister Keir Starmer criticises Donald Trump for attempting to undermine Britain's position on Greenland's future through comments about the Chagos Islands deal.
Ex-Housemaster Jailed for 10 Years Over School Abuse
William Brydson, 78, sentenced to 10 years for rape and assault of nine children at Dumfries and Galloway residential school between 1979 and 1986.
Starmer Defies Trump Over Greenland Tariff Threats
Prime Minister Keir Starmer has firmly rejected Donald Trump's tariff threats over Greenland, stating Britain will not compromise its values. The US president demands a deal on the Danish territory.
Five in Court for Murder After Petrol Station Crash
Five individuals, including four teenagers, have appeared in court charged with murder following a fatal collision at a petrol station in Seaham, County Durham.
Millionaires Call for Higher Taxes on Super-Rich at Davos
Nearly 400 millionaires and billionaires, including Mark Ruffalo and Brian Eno, sign an open letter at Davos urging global leaders to tax the wealthy more to combat political influence.
Starmer Defies Trump on Greenland Tariff Threats
Prime Minister Keir Starmer vows not to yield to Donald Trump's pressure over Greenland, reaffirming his commitment to UK values ahead of a key meeting with Denmark's leader.
US Democracy Crisis Under Trump's Second Term
Political scientists and historians warn American democracy faces unprecedented threats as President Trump consolidates power, dismantles institutions, and challenges democratic norms in his second term.
Trump's Second Term: Campaign of Retribution
Donald Trump's first year back in the White House has seen an unprecedented campaign of retribution, targeting opponents and reshaping government institutions.
Nationals' Mass Walkout Sparks Coalition Crisis
The entire Nationals shadow cabinet has resigned, creating Australia's biggest political crisis in decades over ego and ideology rather than policy differences.
Son Charged with Mum's Murder in Thatched Cottage
A 39-year-old man has been charged with murder after his mother was found stabbed to death in a thatched cottage in Cheriton, Hampshire. The incident occurred on January 9, with the son also hospitalised.
Ex-South Korean PM Jailed 23 Years for Martial Law Role
South Korea's former prime minister Han Duck-soo receives a 23-year prison sentence for his role in a 2024 martial law insurrection, marking a historic judicial ruling.
Davos Leaders Must Challenge Trump's International Assault
Former US Labor Secretary Robert Reich calls on global CEOs and heads of state at the World Economic Forum to denounce Donald Trump's dismantling of international order and democratic norms.
Minnesota Crisis Mirrors US Civil War Simulation
Developments in Minnesota closely follow a 2024 University of Pennsylvania exercise predicting violent state-federal conflict, as ICE agents' actions prompt national guard standby and military deployment threats.
Supreme Court Hears Trump's Bid to Fire Fed Governor
The US Supreme Court will consider Donald Trump's unprecedented attempt to fire Federal Reserve governor Lisa Cook, testing presidential power over the central bank.
Bailey: Muted Response to Trump Offers No Assurance
Bank of England Governor Andrew Bailey cautions that calm markets following Trump's tariff threats provide no guarantee for financial stability, highlighting ongoing geopolitical risks.
Trump's Dominance Reshapes Davos Agenda and Global Focus
President Trump's presence dominates the World Economic Forum in Davos, shifting discussions toward transactional deals and away from climate change, while European leaders face tests over Greenland and tariffs.
Conservatives to Block Chagos Deal Amid Trump Criticism
The UK government faces opposition over its Chagos Islands treaty with Mauritius, with Conservatives planning to block ratification and Donald Trump criticising the deal as 'great stupidity'.
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