PM Keir Starmer defiantly states he will lead the country into 2027, dismissing internal party challenges and warning against Tory-style 'chaos'. Read the full analysis of the threats to his leadership.
London braces for -3C lows as cold snap tightens grip. The Mayor activates emergency protocol for rough sleepers. Find out when the warmer 9C weather will return.
Patriotic Alternative's Mark Collett addressed a Russian extreme nationalist forum, raising MPs' concerns over Kremlin attempts to sow division in Britain. Read the exclusive report.
Elon Musk's civil war warning after England riots resonates with a growing minority. Experts debate the risk as social tensions simmer. Read the full analysis.
London faces nearly two weeks of rain and sleet from January 7, but temperatures will rise to 8C. Get the full BBC forecast and health alerts here.
Three unidentified bodies found in London over decades all had names as clues. Investigators reveal why cases of 'Patrick Jones' and others remain frustratingly unsolved. Can you help?
With Nicolas Maduro gone, a complex power struggle unfolds. Will it be Nobel laureate Maria Corina Machado, interim leader Delcy Rodriguez, or the exiled election winner Edmundo Gonzalez?
More than 60 prominent Australian athletes, including Lleyton Hewitt and Ian Thorpe, call on PM Anthony Albanese to launch a federal royal commission into antisemitism and the Bondi terror attack. Read their urgent appeal.
Donald Trump hailed the capture of Venezuela's Maduro from his Florida club, but the historic moment was overshadowed by familiar complaints about Biden, mayors, and past slights. Read the full analysis.
Melissa Kohberger breaks her family's silence, explaining the drawing was a sign of love. She details their shock and two chilling pre-arrest conversations.
Arctic air plunges UK temperatures to -17C, with 40cm of snow in Scotland. Yellow warnings for snow and ice cause widespread travel disruption. Stay informed.
Police are hunting two violent prisoners, including a convicted murderer, who escaped from HMP Leyhill on New Year's Day. The public is warned not to approach and to call 999 immediately.
Police are urgently hunting two prisoners, including a convicted murderer, who absconded on New Year's Day. A third suspect has been arrested. Follow for live updates.
A woman was rushed to hospital after being shot in Chadwell Heath, Dagenham. Two men have been arrested on suspicion of firearm offences. Police appeal for witnesses.
Kaleem Shaik was discovered at a property in Bondway, Lambeth. A 48-year-old man has been charged with murder and remanded in custody. Read the latest.
The dramatic capture of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro by US forces marks a stunning end to his 13-year rule, defined by economic collapse and political repression. Explore his journey and the charges he now faces.
Tributes pour in for Sir Patrick Duffy, the UK's longest-living former MP and Labour defence minister, who has died at 105. A remarkable life of service spanning WWII, politics, and historic debates.
Tennessee creates a landmark public database for repeat domestic abusers. Explore the details of Savanna's Law, its potential impact, and the crucial debate it sparks.
The Met Office has issued amber and yellow warnings for snow and ice across the UK this weekend, with up to 40cm forecast for parts of Scotland. Find out the latest forecasts and travel advice.
Labour peers reveal how a Tory-dominated House of Lords has slowed virtually every bill, inflicting 111 defeats. Key manifesto pledges on energy, rail, and employment rights face obstruction. Discover the battle for reform.
A major assessment reveals tents from China, Egypt and Saudi Arabia are inadequate for Gaza's winter, leaving thousands exposed. Discover the findings and the ongoing humanitarian crisis.
Justice Secretary David Lammy launches a major recruitment drive for 2,000 new magistrates in England and Wales to reduce court delays and speed up justice. Learn about the role and how to apply.
A US appeals court has overturned California's ban on openly carrying firearms, citing a violation of Second Amendment rights. The landmark ruling impacts 95% of the state's population.
A Kentucky woman faces criminal charges, including fetal homicide, after allegedly using medication to end her pregnancy. This case highlights the legal risks for women in post-Roe America.
The Guardian corrects errors in recent reporting, including a misidentified London council, an exhibition venue, and travel quiz answers. Read the full list of amendments and clarifications.
Charlotte Niddam, 15, educated in Hertfordshire, is missing after a fire in Crans-Montana, Switzerland, that killed 40 people. Her former school is praying for a miracle.
Tony Keeble was shot by armed officers on the A11 near Thetford. The IOPC is investigating after reports of a man with a handgun following a crash.
As freezing winter grips Gaza, children die of hypothermia and flooding. Israel's ban on 37 NGOs, including Oxfam and MSF, worsens a catastrophic humanitarian crisis. The world must act now.
Analysis of the Shamima Begum citizenship case and its wider implications for UK counter-terrorism policy and the rights of Britons with migrant heritage. Read the full story.
As 2026 unfolds, calls grow for accountability for leaders like Donald Trump and Benjamin Netanyahu. Will voters deliver a verdict on their legacies of damage? Read our analysis.