London's New Year's Day: Sunny start, then 8-day rain
Londoners can enjoy a dry, clear New Year's Day for a winter walk, but a major shift brings sleet, then an eight-day stretch of rain from January 6th. Get the full BBC weather forecast.
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Labour's 2025 highs and lows: Starmer's turbulent year
A look back at Keir Starmer's government in 2025: major trade deals and renter reforms vs immigration chaos and a shocking resignation. Did Labour deliver?
Political Predictions 2026: Starmer, SNP & Reform UK
Political commentator Eliot Wilson makes five key predictions for UK politics in 2026, covering Keir Starmer's future, SNP fortunes, and a potential Reform UK scandal. Read the full forecast.
Trump's Political Dynasty: Family Roles in 2024 Bid
As the Politics Weekly America team revisits a special series, we examine which Trump family members are driving his White House return and who has retreated from the political spotlight. Explore the dynamics of a potential political dynasty.
US Halts Minnesota Childcare Funds Amid Fraud Allegations
The Trump administration suspends federal childcare funding to Minnesota, citing fraud. Governor Tim Walz calls it a political move, noting years of prior prosecutions.
Drinks to Toast the End of the Political Year
As Westminster winds down, we explore the celebratory and cautionary tales behind the drinks marking the political year's end. Discover the stories in every glass.
Police Apologise to MPs Over Maccabi Fan Ban Evidence
West Midlands Police chief apologises for misleading evidence on Maccabi Tel Aviv fan ban at Aston Villa. MPs to question officials next week. Read the latest.
Judge orders Trump to continue funding consumer watchdog
A federal judge has ruled the Trump administration must continue funding the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, blocking an attempt to 'starve' the agency. Read the latest on this key legal battle.
Satellite Images Reveal 2025's Key Global Events
From hurricanes to war zones, explore how satellite imagery documented 2025's most significant moments. See the year's impact from a unique, space-based perspective.
NYC Mayor-Elect to be Sworn in at Abandoned Subway Station
Zohran Mamdani will usher in 2026 as New York's mayor in a midnight ceremony at a historic, abandoned subway station. Discover the symbolism and the political reactions to this unconventional inauguration.
Cartoon Satirises Nigel Farage's 'Britishness' Test
A new cartoon by Ella Baron critiques Nigel Farage's proposed 'Britishness' test. Explore the artistic commentary on national identity and political rhetoric in the UK.
Woman found dead in Croydon property, police investigate
Police are investigating after a woman in her 40s was found dead at a property in Croydon. The death is being treated as unexpected. Call 101 with information.
Manhunt for brothers over Christmas Day murder
Police are urgently seeking two brothers after Trey Johnson, 30, was fatally stabbed in Wolverhampton on Christmas Day. His family pay tribute to a 'loving father'. Information is sought.
Woman's 'Unexpected' Death in Croydon Under Investigation
Police are investigating the unexpected death of a woman in her 40s found at a Croydon address after a welfare call. Enquiries continue as next of kin are informed.
German bank vault drilled, tens of millions stolen in heist
A gang drilled into a German savings bank vault over Christmas, stealing valuables worth tens of millions from safety deposit boxes. Get the latest on the major heist in Gelsenkirchen.
London snow forecast: Sleet Friday, snow Tuesday
London is set for a snowy start to 2026 with sleet forecast for Friday 2nd January and light snow on Tuesday 6th. Get the latest BBC Weather and Met Office details.
Sobriety Tags Track Offenders' Alcohol Levels Over Festive Season
Thousands of offenders in England and Wales will have sweat-monitored sobriety tags tracking their alcohol intake this New Year. Discover how this tech aims to cut reoffending.
Scammer jailed for conning £100k from elderly victims
A fraudster who posed as a police officer to steal £100,000 from vulnerable pensioners has been sentenced to six years and six months in prison. Read the full story and learn how to protect loved ones from courier fraud.
Starmer's 2026: Five Key Tests for His Premiership
As Keir Starmer enters a critical year, we analyse the five major challenges that could define his time in Downing Street, from Send reforms to managing Trump. Read the full analysis.
Phone snatched in 7 seconds in London as police issue warning
Shocking CCTV shows a London phone thief snatch a mobile and vanish in 7 seconds. Police report 413 thefts in 6 months. Get vital security tips to protect your device.
Musk's Doge Agency: $2tn Promise Unmet, Legacy of Chaos
A year after its creation, Elon Musk's 'Department of Government Efficiency' (Doge) has failed to deliver on its $2tn savings vow, leaving a trail of legal battles, gutted foreign aid, and opaque operations. Discover the full impact.
Fate of Palestinian Suspected of Aiding Israel Revealed
The mysterious case of Khalil Dawas exposes the shadowy world of alleged informants in the West Bank. Discover the complex realities of occupation and betrayal. Read the full investigation.
Longest-serving Lord reflects on 64-year tenure ending
Lord Trefgarne, the longest-serving peer, faces eviction after 64 years as Labour's reform bill abolishes hereditary peers. Read his reflections on an era's end.
Trump Administration Grows More Extreme and Reckless
As the Trump administration grows desperate, opposition solidifies around principles of truth and solidarity. Discover how 2026 could be shaped by public power and resistance.
London NYE 2025: Areas to Avoid for Your Safety
Plan your New Year's Eve in London. Discover the official no-go zones, including closed bridges and Primrose Hill, to ensure a safe and enjoyable start to 2026.
Six charged after police find guns in Sydney taxi
Four men and two teens charged after NSW police intercept a taxi with loaded firearms and uncover a cache of weapons and ammunition in Sydney's north-west. Read the full details.
Labour's Starmer faces leadership crisis amid record low poll
Keir Starmer faces internal Labour pressure as the 'most unpopular PM ever'. Analysts debate a leadership change, but warn a new vision is crucial for the party's survival. Read the full analysis.
Teen arrested after Christmas Day stabbing in Watford
A 17-year-old boy is on bail after a Christmas Day stabbing in Watford left a man in his 40s in hospital. Police appeal for witnesses to come forward.
London weather: Week of rain forecast after January snow
London faces a bleak start to 2026 with snow forecast for January 4, followed by six consecutive days of rain. Get the full Met Office forecast and travel warnings here.
Is Donald Trump Building a Political Dynasty?
As the 2024 election looms, Donald Trump's family is taking centre stage. Explore the rise of a potential political dynasty and its profound impact on the Republican Party and US democracy.
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