A Guardian columnist's wallet, lost on a London train, was returned intact by a stranger named Natalya. This story of decency challenges our collective pessimism and asks if Britain is kinder than we think.
Far-right figure Tommy Robinson's Christmas carol event in Whitehall attracted a fraction of his previous rally's crowd, as UK churches grapple with how to respond to his claimed Christian conversion. Explore the deepening divide.
Kentucky Republican Thomas Massie turns Donald Trump's Christmas Day verbal attack into a fundraising rallying cry for his 2026 primary battle against a Trump-endorsed rival. Read the latest US political clash.
A murder investigation is underway after David Darke, 66, died from a head injury sustained outside a village pub. A 36-year-old suspect has been re-arrested. Read the latest.
A 36-year-old man faces charges after allegedly displaying white supremacist and Nazi SS tattoos at Bar Beach in Newcastle on Christmas Eve. Read the full report.
A 22-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of murder following the fatal stabbing of 15-year-old Adam Henry in Islington. Read the latest on the police investigation.
Mahad Elmi, 27, is unlawfully at large after absconding from HMP Spring Hill. Police urge public not to approach and call 999 immediately if seen.
Historian David Slucki argues recognising Zionism's conflicting interpretations is essential for informed debate and combating antisemitism, especially after the Bondi Beach attack.
Met Police arrest five, including a 22-year-old man, following a two-week manhunt after the fatal stabbing of 15-year-old Adam Henry in Islington. The investigation continues.
Donald Trump calls on Republican senators to eliminate the filibuster, arguing it would prevent government shutdowns and ease passage of his agenda. Read the full analysis.
A huge fire has gutted an amusement arcade at Ocean Beach Pleasure Park in South Shields. Police are treating it as the second suspected arson at the site in a month. Read the latest updates.
Police are searching for Mahad Elmi, 27, who left HMP Springhill between Christmas and Boxing Day. He has links to South West London. Public urged not to approach.
A look back at the US House of Representatives' unprecedented year of censure attempts in 2025, featuring clashes over Trump, Musk, and racial slurs. Discover the political fallout.
The Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department has unveiled a fleet of 10 Tesla Cybertrucks, donated anonymously. Discover the details behind this controversial $2.7m gift and its implications for modern policing.
A look back at the defining events of 2025, from California's wildfires and Trump's inauguration to Middle East tensions and the rise of Reform. Watch our summary video.
The parents of Lisa Smith, 33, pay tribute after her death in Huddersfield. Nearly £18,000 has been raised to support her six children. A man has been charged.
A 20-year-old man is fighting for life after a Christmas Day shooting in Sheffield. Four men have been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder. Police urge witnesses to come forward.
A targeted Met Police operation in 20 London town centres cut crime by 18% and boosted arrests by a third over summer 2025. Discover how focused patrols and plain-clothed ops made the capital safer.
Donald Trump's second term faces a crisis as approval ratings plummet to 36%. With a Democratic 'tsunami' predicted for the 2026 midterms, we analyse the policies and missteps causing the GOP's collapse.
Lucy Mangan navigates a week of bizarre news, festive chaos, and family quirks. From Shropshire sinkholes to an octopus surge, discover her unique take on Christmas 2023.
Three men serving murder charges escaped a Georgia jail, hijacked a Lyft driver, and forced her on a 10-hour drive to Florida before capture. Read the shocking details.
Anastasia Nikulina, 25, was found stabbed to death in a Dubai hotel room. She had moved from Russia in a desperate bid to escape her alleged stalker, who police say followed her.
Analysis reveals President Trump's second-term cabinet remains unusually stable, driven by loyalty and a difficult Senate confirmation process. Explore the shift from his 'You're fired' brand.
A new poll reveals 76% believe Labour prioritises urban issues. The government's plan to ban trail hunting sparks a major rift with the countryside ahead of Boxing Day meets.
A Palestinian writer describes life under a nominal ceasefire, where families survive in makeshift tents along Al-Rashid Street as attacks continue. Read her powerful account of hope and survival.
Keir Starmer's government plans to ban trail hunting by 2029, sparking a fierce rural backlash. The move is part of a new Animal Welfare Strategy. Read the full story.
The birth of baby Lara in Pagliara dei Marsi highlights Italy's deepening demographic crisis, with national birth rates hitting a historic low. Can policies reverse the trend?
No one won the £15m Christmas Eve National Lottery rollover, creating three new millionaires. The £3.8m Saturday jackpot and a £46m EuroMillions draw offer more festive chances.
A Powerball player in Arkansas scoops a staggering $1.817bn jackpot, the second-largest in US history. The win ends a 46-draw jackpot drought. Read the full story.
As the African Union declares a Decade of Reparations, Britain faces growing calls for restorative justice from Caribbean and African nations. Will the UK engage or remain silent?