54 minutes ago Joe Biden bids farewell to Oval Office days before Donald Trump becomes president

Joe Biden will address the nation from the Oval Office for a final time on Wednesday

Politics

14 hours ago Arkansas governor says professors should be fired if they are 'indoctrinating' students

Arkansas Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders says college professors should be fired if they are “indoctrinating” students

Society

2 hours ago US inflation likely remained elevated last month, threatening interest rate cuts

U.S. inflation likely worsened last month on the back of higher prices for gas, eggs, and used cars, a trend that could make it less likely that the Federal Reserve will cut its key interest rate much this year

Economics

16 hours ago Vile football fan who 'performed sex act in front of kids on bus' said it was 'banter'

Gordon Sawers, 46, performed the vile act in front of school children and threatened them with sexual violence on a double decker bus - before branding the incident 'banter'

Sport

38 minutes ago Keir Starmer says he will look at 'every conceivable way' to stop Troubles internees such as Gerry Adams getting compensation

Keir Starmer was grilled on the prospect of the former Sinn Fein leader receiving a payout during PMQs.

Events

4 hours ago Energy trading technologies: increasing efficiency and resilience in European energy

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65 minutes ago Trump trying to rewrite history in battle to bury Smith report, legal experts say

Ex-prosecutors alarmed by attempt to hide 2020 election subversion effort and by pledge to pardon January 6 rioters Donald Trump’s desperate legal battles to block a damaging special counsel report about his efforts to subvert his 2020 election loss and his sentencing for a 34-count felony conviction in New York ultimately failed, but former prosecutors say they nevertheless reveal his continual disdain for the rule of law and his penchant for rewriting history.One area where that may imminently play out, as Trump prepares to return to the White House, is with his repeated pledge to issue “major pardons” to participants in the 6 January 2021 assault on the Capitol in Washington. Continue reading...

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20 hours ago Pete Hegseth dodges questions on invading Greenland and drinking on the job in tense confirmation hearing – live

Trump pick for defense secretary also questioned on affairs and women in the military; protesters interrupt opening remarksDonald Trump will come in to power with a “trifecta” of governmental control after his Republican party won the House of Representatives, the Senate and the presidency in the 2024 US election. It will give Trump significant power to enact his agenda on the economy, immigration and other major issues.House Democrats are said to be prioritising taking control of Congress in 2026 over everything else, with Axios reporting that the House Democrats’ two largest ideological factions – the Progressive Caucus and the centre-left New Democrat Coalition – are trying to smooth over any disagreements ahead of Trump returning to the White House on 20 January. The two factions contain roughly 100 House Democrats. Who was to blame for the loss in the presidential election and the Biden administration’s policy towards Israel during its war on Gaza are among the topics of disagr...

Society

3 hours ago Keir Starmer 'pushes for US trade deal with Donald Trump' as he scrambles to get growth back into UK economy

The Prime Minister used yesterday's Cabinet meeting to outline his aim of striking a 'partnership' with America under Mr Trump to 'advance our economic growth'.

Economics

24 hours ago Boulter seals British history at Australian Open with six players into round two

British No 1 held her nerve to beat Marino in tight tieNorrie out after illness-affected preparation for slamSix British players have won their first-round matches at the Australian Open for the first time in history after Katie Boulter held her nerve in the tense final stages of a difficult contest against Rebecca Marino of Canada to reach the second round with a 6-4, 3-6, 7-5 win.“It’s awesome to have some positivity coming out around British tennis,” said Boulter. “It’s been coming for a long time. It’s just the beginning. I really think these girls and guys have been working so hard, and everyone deserves a bit of credit. Obviously it’s a great start for everyone, and let’s hope we can keep that going.” Continue reading...

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47 minutes ago Kristi Noem’s Senate confirmation hearing mysteriously postponed over issues with the FBI

Paperwork blamed for two-day delay to South Dakota Governor’s job interview with Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee

Events

83 minutes ago ‘No ceiling’ to what school leaders can pay teachers under reforms – Phillipson

It comes amid fears that academies would lose existing freedoms which allow them to offer higher salaries to staff.

Politics

22 hours ago The Latest: Pete Hegseth delivers opening remarks in his defense secretary confirmation hearing

Donald Trump’s cabinet picks are beginning their nomination process this week, starting with Trump’s choice for defense secretary, Pete Hegseth

Society

5 hours ago Business leaders share their top motivational tips for working in January

These five motivational tips could help you get through the January working blues.

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51 minutes ago US must not become complacent to a growing terrorism threat, a Counterterrorism Center official says

The outgoing acting director of the National Counterterrorism Center says the U.S. is facing an elevated threat of terrorism

Events

1 hour ago BBC confirm new Match of the Day presenters ahead of Gary Lineker exit

Kelly Cates, Mark Chapman and Gabby Logan will share responsibilities

Politics

28 hours ago Militant RMT union threaten industrial action unless member unfairly sacked over untrue claims he called a cleaner a 'Nazi food thrower' is reinstated

Railway signaller Michael Knox, 61, was said to have 'kicked off' when he found some of his food on the kitchen counter after the cleaner had cleared out the office fridge.

Society

12 hours ago PM promises ‘strongest action possible’ against Russia if death of Australian Oscar Jenkins confirmed

Government still working to verify reports of Melbourne man’s death after being captured by Russian forces while fighting for UkraineFollow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastAustralia would take “the strongest action possible”, including potentially expelling Russia’s ambassador, Anthony Albanese has warned, as the federal government scrambles to verify reports that Melbourne man Oscar Jenkins had been killed after being captured by Russian forces while fighting for Ukraine.Albanese said on Wednesday that any harm to Jenkins would be “absolutely reprehensible”, and demanded Moscow immediately confirm the condition of the 32-year-old Australian citizen, after reports overnight that he had died.Sign up for Guardian Australia’s breaking news email Continue reading...

Economics

59 minutes ago Prince Harry and Meghan Markle issued Donald Trump 'battle' warning after latest move

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have previously risked the wrath of US President-elect Donald Trump over the years - and one expert believes they could do it again with their latest move

Events

1 hour ago Europe must take responsibility for its own security, says Polish minister

‘Very difficult time’ anticipated as Poland takes over EU presidency against backdrop of geopolitical uncertaintyEurope must “take responsibility” for its own security, Poland has told its fellow EU member states, as Warsaw takes over the rotating presidency of the bloc at a time of increasing geopolitical uncertainty.Poland has started its six-month presidency as Donald Trump prepares to return to the White House having promised to bring a negotiated end to Russia’s war in neighbouring Ukraine and threatened to seize Greenland using military force. Continue reading...

Politics

14 hours ago SEC sues Elon Musk over alleged late disclosures on Twitter share deal

Regulator says Trump ally got $150mn discount by not disclosing stake in social media group on time

Economics

1 hour ago Suspected outbreak of deadly Marburg virus disease kills eight in Tanzania

Healthcare workers among suspected cases of Ebola-like disease as WHO issues warning of high risk to the country and its neighboursA suspected outbreak of Marburg virus disease (MVD) in Tanzania has killed eight people and poses a high risk to the country and its neighbours, global health leaders have said.The World Health Organization (WHO) said nine suspected cases of the Ebola-like virus had been reported as of 11 January, in two districts of the Kagera region in the north of the country, including the eight deaths. Continue reading...

Events

1 hour ago Major banks are abandoning their climate alliance en masse. So much for ‘woke capital’ | Adrienne Buller

The scope of the Cop26 net zero banking alliance may have been limited, but the exodus of six US banks signifies a seismic political shiftLast week, as flames began tearing through greater Los Angeles, claiming multiple lives and forcing more than 100,000 people to evacuate, JP Morgan became the sixth major US bank to quit the Net Zero Banking Alliance (NZBA) since the start of December. A smaller story, certainly, but the departure of top US banks from the NZBA in the weeks since Donald Trump’s re-election nonetheless speaks to a seismic political shift prompting major financial institutions to turn away from the climate-related commitments they made in the optimistic years after the Paris agreement.The NZBA is a voluntary network of global banks committed to “align lending and investment portfolios with net zero emissions by 2050”. It is part of the umbrella Glasgow Financial Alliance for Net Zero (GFANZ), which counts among its membership dozens of “alliances” covering the variou...

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14 hours ago Martin Lewis reveals 80% of homes are overpaying on their energy bills as he shares simple way to get cheaper prices

Speaking on The Martin Lewis Money Show Live on Tuesday evening, the Money Saving Expert founder, 52, explained that those who are on a price-capped tariff are overpaying.

Economics

2 hours ago Andy Robertson faces Liverpool DROP as legend claims 'key' status is under threat

The former Dundee United full back has had a tough time with the Merseyside club of late

Events

2 hours ago Nicola Sturgeon has right 'to a private life' following divorce from Peter Murrell, says John Swinney

The First Minister described the end of the relationship between the former SNP leader and the party's ex-chief executive as a "very sad process".

Politics

14 hours ago Starmer’s Chagos deal in the balance ‘as UK to wait for Trump approval before signing’

A special cabinet meeting has been called in Mauritius on Wednesday to discuss Sir Keir Starmer’s proposals

Economics

2 hours ago Why is TikTok being banned in America and what happens next with ruling days away?

The proposed TikTok ban would take effect on January 19 - a day before Trump takes power.

Events

2 hours ago Trump’s attorney general pick to face scrutiny on first day of Senate hearing

Pam Bondi, first female Florida attorney general and Trump loyalist, will answer if she can resist White House pressurePam Bondi, Donald Trump’s nominee for attorney general, is expected to face scrutiny on Wednesday during the first day of her confirmation hearing about her ability to resist the White House from exerting political pressure on the justice department.The hearing, before the Senate judiciary committee, comes at a crunch time for the department, which has faced unrelenting criticism from Trump after its prosecutors charged him in two federal criminal cases and is about to see Trump’s personal lawyers in those cases take over key leadership positions. Continue reading...

Politics

17 hours ago Chris Eubank Jr threatening to walk away from Conor Benn bout over clause in deal

The pair are close to a deal but Chris Eubank Jr has now revealed a crucial issue which could cause the Conor Benn bout to collapse if it is not agreed this week

Economics

3 hours ago D&D Monster Manual 2025: A sneak peek, including new friends and "Apex Threats"

The Dungeons and Dragons Monster Manual 2025 is set to be released on February 18th - here's everything you need to know

Events

2 hours ago Europeans are more anxious about ‘Trump 2.0’ than Americans are, new poll shows

‘The vast majority of people around the world think Trump is, in fact, good for the U.S., good for the world and good for global peace’ writes ECFR’s Mark Leonard

Politics

21 hours ago I’m a £13m ex Champions League ace and brother of Premiership cult hero out to win deal with relegation strugglers

The 37-year-old will train with the top relegation-threatened top flight side in a bid to win a deal

Economics

4 hours ago Survival of the smartest: The path to higher occupancy rates for commercial landlords

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Events

2 hours ago Starmer says he will strive to prevent Gerry Adams receiving compensation

PM says he aims to stop former Sinn Féin leader claiming damages for his internment as ministers ditch Troubles lawUK politics live – latest updatesMinisters will look at “every conceivable way” to prevent Gerry Adams, the former Sinn Féin president, being able to receive compensation under government plans to ditch controversial laws dealing with the Troubles period, Keir Starmer has told MPs.Asked during prime minister’s questions about claims that Adams and 400 others interned during the Northern Ireland Troubles could get compensation from the British government, Starmer said he would strive to make sure this did not happen. Continue reading...

Politics

23 hours ago 'Where was the Chancellor?' Rachel Reeves blasted by MPs over UK market meltdown after returning from wooing communist China to economic 'mess'

The Chancellor was welcomed back to a 'mess' as she faced the Commons, having travelled to Beijing to woo its Communist leaders to do business in Britain.

Economics

4 hours ago Escalating armed conflict is most urgent threat for world in 2025, say global leaders

World Economic Forum says responses from experts in business, politics and academia also highlight climate crisisGlobal leaders have said that escalating armed conflict is the most urgent threat in 2025 but the climate emergency is expected to cause the greatest concern over the next decade, according to the World Economic Forum.Ahead of its yearly gathering in the Swiss ski resort of Davos next week, the WEF asked more than 900 leaders from business, politics and academia about the risks that most concern them. Continue reading...

Events

3 hours ago Trump’s cabinet hopefuls set for Senate grillings as Newsom urges him to visit LA: Live

President-elect’s picks for attorney general and secretary of state, Pam Bondi and Marco Rubio, among those facing senators on Wednesday

Politics

24 hours ago The play that changed my life: ‘Sarcophagus dealt with Chornobyl as a symptom of corruption in Russia’

Vladimir Gubarev’s tragic satire about the response to the nuclear disaster transfixed audiences and showed the absolute necessity of theatreI was pregnant when the terrifying radiation clouds came over Europe after the Chornobyl disaster. My interest was much greater as a result. I was at the Royal Shakespeare Company as a director at the time, and they had asked me to find a contemporary play for the next London season in 1987. By coincidence, I got a phone call from Michael Glenny, the translator. He had come across this play being done in Russia. Most of its regional theatres had ensemble troupes and they were all doing it. Vladimir Gubarev was the science editor of the newspaper Pravda and was one of the first journalists to step inside Chornobyl and witness what had happened. He was so horrified that he didn’t want to just write journalism. He’d never written a play before, but he went away to his dacha and wrote Sarcophagus. It dealt with what happened at the plant, but also ...

Economics

5 hours ago Age of the panzootic: scientists warn of more devastating diseases jumping between species

Experts believe H5N1 bird flu belongs in a growing category of infectious diseases that can cause pandemics across many species. But there are ways to reduce the risksBird flu poses a threat that is “unique and new in our lifetime” because it has become a “‘panzootic” that can kill huge numbers across multiple species, experts warn. For months, highly pathogenic bird flu, or H5N1, has been circulating in dairy farms, with dozens of human infections reported among farm workers. It has now jumped into more than 48 species of mammals, from bears to dairy cows, causing mass die-offs in sea lions and elephant seal pups. Last week, the first person in the US died of the infection.This ability to infect, spread between, and kill such a wide range of creatures has prompted some scientists to call H5N1 a “panzootic”: an epidemic that leaps species barriers and can devastate diverse animal populations, posing a threat to humans too. As shrinking habitats, biodiversity loss and intensified far...

Events

3 hours ago Judd Trump accused of making snooker 'boring' by Masters rival Mark Allen

Former world No.1 Allen made the comments after Trump cruised into the quarter-finals of the Masters against Barry Hawkins

Politics

25 hours ago Mauritius hints it has secured more concessions from UK on Chagos deal amid backlash at claims Labour is ready to pay nearly £9BILLION

Keir Starmer has been pushing for a quick agreement on ceding sovereignty of the archipelago - with just a week to go before Donald Trump re-enters the White House.

Economics

6 hours ago Would you REALLY want Nigel Farage as PM? 5 warning signs about Reform leader

In recent weeks it has emerged that nine-job Nigel Farage has earned £570,000 on top of his MP salary since July and repeatedly jetted off to the US amid questions about his leadership

Events

3 hours ago Mark Cavendish recalls moment 'zombie knife' was held to his throat in front of child

Cycling great Mark Cavendish has opened up on the horrifying robbery which saw him threatened with a knife in front of his wife and child, leaving him mentally scarred

Politics

26 hours ago Primark launches biggest ever gym wear collection in response to huge customer demand

The new collection features the latest product technical innovations including four-way stretch, sweat-wicking and breathable fabrics to help them perform better without breaking a sweat over price

Economics

10 hours ago Jewish leader claims the Australian Open is letting Palestine protesters break the rules in shocking case of bias

The Australian Open has been accused of going soft on pro-Palestine protestors, with a Jewish leader claiming they're clearly breaking the tournament's rules.

Events

4 hours ago Paedophiles could face death penalty in US under new bills set out by Trump ally

Trump is said to have given his backing to a new set of bills tabled by Rep. Anna Paulina Luna, which would see the death sentence or life imprisonment for those charged with child sexual abuse

Politics

27 hours ago Snooker Rich List 2024/25 as Ronnie O'Sullivan takes £800k hit and top 10 highest earners revealed

The sport's biggest earners for the current season have been revealed with world No.1 Judd Trump leading the way

Economics

11 hours ago Ukraine war briefing: Australia summons Russian ambassador over PoW’s reported death

Lavrov says open for discussions with Trump; Moscow pledges retaliation for one of Ukraine’s biggest drone attacks. What we know on day 1,057See all our Ukraine coverage Continue reading...

Events

4 hours ago Livingston get back to winning ways as loan Rangers ace proves matchwinner against Airdrie

The Lions climbed to within four points of leaders Falkirk with the victory

Politics

37 hours ago LA fires forecast to be costliest blaze in US history with estimate of over $200bn in losses

Fires have killed at least 24, displaced thousands, destroyed over 12,000 structures as winds predicted until WednesdayFire crews are trying to get the upper hand on blazes that are tearing through Los Angeles before expected high wind gusts threaten their progress. The fires, which may become the most expensive in US history, have killed at least 24 people, displaced thousands, destroyed more than 12,000 structures and have 100,000 people under evacuation orders.Sustained winds of up to 40mph (64km/h) and gusts in the mountains reaching 65mph (105km/h) are predicted through Wednesday, forecasters said. Winds picked up on Monday and were expected to strengthen on Tuesday, fire behavior analyst Dennis Burns said. Continue reading...

Economics

11 hours ago Ukraine war briefing: Power cuts after ‘massive’ Russian missile strike

Australia summons Russian ambassador over PoW’s reported death; Lavrov says open for discussions with Trump. What we know on day 1,057See all our Ukraine coverage Continue reading...

Events

4 hours ago Transforming talent attraction: lessons from Molson Coors and Primark UK

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Politics

12 hours ago South Korean investigators detain President Yoon after failed martial law bid

Predawn raid on impeached leader’s compound comes after initial foray was thwarted by personal security guards

Events

4 hours ago Pam Bondi and Marco Rubio set for Senate grilling as Newsom issues call for Trump to visit LA: Live

President-elect’s picks for attorney general and secretary of state among those facing senators on Wednesday

Politics

12 hours ago BBC blasted after hiring new boss from Canada who told journalists not to call Hamas 'terrorists'

George Achi (pictured) has recently been announced as Head of Editorial Quality and Compliance at the BBC World Service.

Events

4 hours ago Nottingham Forest owner waited in tunnel after Liverpool draw as exchanges spotted on camera

Nottingham Forest held Premier League leaders Liverpool to a draw on Tuesday night to continue their surprise title challenge, with owner Evangelos Marinakis rushing to congratulate them

Politics

13 hours ago Nancy Mace threatens to ‘take it outside’ in heated hearing clash with Jasmine Crockett

Tense confrontation erupted as House organized committees and voted on transgender sports ban

Events

5 hours ago Tech bros line up for Trump's big day as new billionaire friends Elon Musk, Jeff Bezos and Mark Zuckerberg are all set to attend inauguration

NBC news reported the trio are expected to have a prominent spot at the ceremony, citing an an unnamed official source involved in planning the event for January 20.

Politics

13 hours ago LA Mayor Karen Bass's shocking response in new car crash interview as she faces recall over fires disaster

Bass was in Ghana on a diplomatic trip on Tuesday, when the first fire broke out in the ritzy celebrity enclave of Pacific Palisades and spread rapidly up to Malibu.

Events

5 hours ago Timothée Chalamet Certainly Made A Dramatic Entrance At A Complete Unknown's London Premiere

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14 hours ago Prominent Puerto Rican civil rights leader José “Cha Cha” Jiménez dies at 76

José “Cha Cha” Jiménez, a prominent civil rights and liberation movement figure and founder of the Young Lords in Chicago and Co-Founder of the Rainbow Coalition, has died

Events