The BBC has confirmed that MOTD will be fronted by Kelly Cates, Mark Chapman, and Gabby Logan from next season. The news was first announced exclusively by Mail Sport last month.

Politics

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...

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Consumer price index rose at annual rate of 2.9% and while Trump promised to cut prices he now says it will be hardInflation ticked up across the US last month, according to the last report on consumer prices under the Biden administration.Donald Trump has promised to bring prices down for millions of Americans. But while price rises have slowed sharply since their post-pandemic peak of 9.1%, the pace of inflation remains higher than the Federal Reserve’s target rate of 2% per annum. Continue reading...

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Fighters set to follow in footsteps of famous fathers

Sport

The Pacific Palisades fire first sparked on January 7 and has since been just 19 percent contained

Events

Money Saving Expert founder Martin Lewis has amassed a huge social media following by posting consumer content – but his latest post was a little different, and very cheeky indeed

Culture

Princess Kate, who confirmed she is now in remission following her cancer diagnosis last year, returned to the hospial - Royal Marsden in Chelsea, southwest London - where she had treatment

Science

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

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

Society

Keir Starmer insisted the government will stick to its fiscal rules as he clashed with Kemi Badenoch at PMQs.

Economics

Claim the Proteas got there ‘on the back of beating pretty much nobody’ shows lack of respect for their achievementsSouth Africans were still celebrating their side’s passage into the World Test Championship final, secured after the fast bowler Kagiso Rabada cosplayed as Brian Lara in a nerve-jangling two-wicket win against Pakistan, when Michael Vaughan sought to pour cold water over the parade.Speaking on Fox Cricket the former England captain, who left his post in 2008 after losing a home series against South Africa, declared that the Proteas got to the final “on the back of beating pretty much nobody”. He said Temba Bavuma’s team didn’t “warrant being in the World Test Championship final with whom they have played over the last two years”. Continue reading...

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The ‘Community’ alum shared a previous headline about the reality star using too much water in her LA home

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Comedian and actor Tony Slattery, who has died aged 65, showed youthful promise in the Cambridge Footlights troupe - alongside a host of future household names.

Culture

A new mutated strain of monkeypox clade Ib, has been discovered by health officials in China just as the nation seems to get a handle on the explosion of HMPV virus

Science

Looking back through her post bag, Observer Magazine’s Philippa Perry answers her readers most commonly asked question: why are other people so awful?From my many years as a therapist and advice columnist, I’ve started to see clear patterns in the problems that bother my readers the most. And I can confirm that Sartre was right: hell is other people. It’s difficult relationships with those around us that cause the most anguish. It’s such a common theme that I’ve given a lecture on the subject: Why are other people so awful? To help you into the new year, here’s my advice on this most commonly experienced problem.Struggles in connecting to others – or, more specifically, the tension between wanting connection and feeling disconnected – can manifest in many ways. As well as difficulties in existing relationships, such struggles can also make you feel lonely or alienated. Continue reading...

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Presenter stepped in after angering fans with her social media post

Society

Rumours have been flying around about the ITV soap after a number of exits were announced in quick succession at the start of the year

Economics

Highly-rated striker has struggled for form and fitness since last season’s ankle injury

Sport

EastEnders has confirmed Cindy's attacker will be revealed during the soaps milestone anniversary week in February, as speculation grows that a member of her family will return after 12 years

Events

Coronation Street star Lucy Fallon confirmed on Instagram that she has welcomed a little girl into the world

Culture

The change means hundreds of thousands of people aged 50 and 52 will receive a bowel cancer testing kit in the post.

Science

Sofia Vergara and Lewis Hamilton have sparked romance rumours after the pair were spotted on a 'date' in New York City, grabbing a bite to eat looking all smiles

Politics

Anne was waiting for a divorce settlement with her millionaire husband when she was targetted by a romance scammer.

Economics

Post-match, Guardiola was snapped in a bizarre embrace with his goalkeeper, Ortega, as he appeared angered by what had transpired, though continued to hug the German.

Sport

It was confirmed on Wednesday that Conor Benn will box Chris Eubank Jr in London in April

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It comes as the dancer's BBC One dance contest co-stars have reunited for the arena tour

Culture

A popular Melbourne psychic has revealed her love predictions for some of the world's biggest stars, and fears there could be major breakups on the cards.

Science

The Princess of Wales originally had plans to attend another prestigious Scottish university before she changed her mind at the last minute after Prince William confirmed his place at St Andrew's University.

Politics

Latest Manchester United news as Sir Jim Ratcliffe's final cash injection is confirmed following his purchase of a stake in the club from the Glazer family in December 2023

Economics

In the latest episode of Love Island: All Stars, India Reynolds faced backlash from viewers who accused her of playing a calculated game

Sport

It was confirmed on Wednesday that Conor Benn will box Chris Eubank Jr in London in April

Events

Love Island's Tasha Ghouri and Andrew Le Page have reportedly split after she appeared on Strictly Come Dancing - but he has a permanent reminder of their romance

Politics

The Traitors US season three is set to debut in the UK so when is it going to air?

Economics

First-team stars recalled after rotation in the FA Cup

Sport

The Loose Women star issued a statement after the news was confirmed by the Nolan family and Linda's agent

Events

Future of Diego Garcia military base should be considered before handover to Mauritius signed off, No 10 saysUK politics live – latest updatesThe UK government will not sign off a deal to hand back the Chagos Islands to Mauritius until Donald Trump’s administration has had a chance to consider the future of the joint military base, Downing Street has confirmed.Allies of the US president-elect have been critical of the deal because of the implications for the strategically important Diego Garcia base, with concerns that it could bolster Chinese interests in the Indian Ocean. Continue reading...

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Arsenal splurged £42m on signing Italian left-back Riccardo Calafiori last summer but former midfielder Emmanuel Petit believes the Gunners should have spent the money elsewhere

Economics

PS5 owners are gearing up for the reveal of another PS Plus Extra lineup, and it's likely to be a banger month if predictions are anything to go by — here's when we'll know

Sport

Papal thriller “Conclave” leads the race for the British Academy Film Awards, with nominations in 12 categories, just ahead of the genre-busting trans musical “Emilia Perez" with 11

Events

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

Politics

A London-based landlord has been slammed on social media for advertising a 'completely exploitative' renting deal with strict house rules.

Economics

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...

Sport

The Nolans singer and Daily Mirror Columnist Linda Nolan died aged 65 after a long journey with secondary breast cancer as tributes have flooded in for the star

Events

Watch live as Donald Trump’s pick to be the next US secretary of state, Marco Rubio, is questioned in a Senate confirmation hearing on Wednesday, 15 January.

Politics

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

Ange Postecoglou has decisions to make ahead of north London derby

Sport

It was confirmed that the singer had died aged 65 'surrounded by her devoted family'

Events

Oliver, 49, discovered he had dyslexia, which causes issues with reading, writing and spelling, as a child.

Politics

In a damning statement, the Parliamentary and Health Service Ombudsmansaid the department was “failing to learn from its mistakes”

Economics

Sentiment is changing for Call of Duty Black Ops 6 after players were left disappointed with the latest patch notes, with some going as far as claiming Activision 'doesn't care'

Sport

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

Events

January 20th marks the fifth anniversary of the first confirmed case of COVID-19 in the United States

Politics

Belluno, an Italian restaurant in Newton St Cyres, Devon, called out the alleged culprits on Facebook with a post that contained CCTV images of the pair at the establishment.

Economics

Christopher Hughes, 37, from Manchester, who was falsely accused of the knifepoint rape of a teenage girl was kidnapped and murdered by eight men in a vigilante attack

Events

Ruben Amorim is expected to make changes after a gruelling win over Arsenal

Politics

Talks for €60m Real Sociedad midfielder have progressedArteta wants new striker with Jesus set for surgeryArsenal are confident of agreeing a deal to sign Martín Zubimendi in the summer and will step up attempts to bring in a striker this month after confirming Gabriel Jesus has sustained an anterior cruciate ligament injury that will rule him out until next season.Talks over Zubimendi, who turned down a move to Liverpool last year and opted to remain at Real Sociedad, are understood to have progressed in recent days, with the Spain midfielder thought to be keen to join. The 25-year-old, part of the Spain squad that won Euro 2024, has a €60m (£51m) release clause that will have to be met. Continue reading...

Economics

The film A Complete Unknown has sparked interest in the folk singers’ doomed romance, and with it the realization that a similar dynamic is ‘happening to girls everywhere’Lynda Saldana saw A Complete Unknown on the day it opened – partly because she’s a Bob Dylan fan, and partly because she loves Timothée Chalamet, who plays the folk rock icon during his breakout black turtleneck years. But one supporting character stood out more: the folk legend Joan Baez, played by Monica Barbaro. Saldana had never heard of Baez, but watching Baez and Dylan’s on-again, off-again relationship on screen made her eager to learn more. What happened between them? Did they end up together? “I had to look up their lore,” Saldana said.Saldana, who is 19 and a sophomore at the University of Arizona, is not the only young woman studying up on Baez’s decades-long career – and especially where it intersected with Dylan’s. Saldana found TikTok fan edits of the duo performing together at the 1964 Newport Folk f...

Events

Allanton Road will have temporary restrictions from January 27 to 31 for carriageway patching and drainage improvement works.

Politics

The Brazilian forward had to be taken off on a srether in the FA Cup third round defeat to Manchester United, and is now set for extended spell on the sidelines

Economics

Payments continue automatically to ensure PIP claimants continue to receive financial support until their review.

Events

Amanda Holden has given a glimpse into her life behind closed doors with her two daughters, Alexa (Lexi) and Hollie, as she shared a scene that will be familiar to parents of teenagers

Politics

A woman who tried to sue her boss for harassment after allowing him to believe she was interested in pursuing a romance in return for lavish gifts, has been ordered to pay £15,000 in legal costs.

Economics

Love Island All Stars' Elma Pazar was seen applying a lip stain before heading to bed next to Ronnie – and it seems to be a product not officially stocked in the glam room

Events

Conservative Party leader Kemi Badenoch asked Sir Keir Starmer if the country could ‘afford four more years of his terrible judgments’.

Politics

Jamie Oliver has angered people again with his Channel 4 series which sees him share a string of dishes to tuck into for just £1 per portion

Economics

Police Scotland issues urgent appeal for help finding siblings Eliza and Henrietta Huszti who brother says appeared ‘fine’ in days leading up to disappearance

Events

Novak Djokovic has reached the third round of this year's Australian Open with his bid to become the first player to win 25 Grand Slam titles remaining on track

Politics

The winger looks to be rapidly dropping out of the Lazio plans as Celtic watch on

Economics

The actor confirmed his departure from the soap on social media this week, which comes after five major Corrie stars have been written off or left the show in recent weeks.

Events

The closure means there are no longer any Botanist sites operating in Greater Manchester

Politics

Pistachio-flavoured things seem to be everywhere, and now Starbucks have jumped onto the hype with their brand new products - but are they worth the social media hype?

Economics

Boyzone and Louis Walsh are ready to air their feelings in an explosive documentary that reignites the long-running feud between the band and their former manager

Events

Kelly Cates will join Mark Chapman and Gabby Logan in presenting BBC Premier League highlights show Match of the Day next season, with the trio combining to replace Gary Lineker

Politics

The celebrity chef, 49, has returned to TV screens for the new year with Jamie's £1 Wonders And Money Saving Meals - a new budget meal series to combat the cost of living crisis in the UK.

Economics

Huge stars, including Paris Hilton, Anthony Hopkins, Joshua Jackson, Mel Gibson, Leighton Meester and more, have lost their homes due to the blaze

Events

Scot reaches third round of Grand Slam for first time

Politics

Love Island All Stars is back for another series, and a new influencer rich list has revealed the highest earning stars from the 2025 show and how much they can earn

Economics

Paris Hilton fostered a dog that was displaced after Los Angeles wildfires forced its owners to hand it over to a shelter.

Events

The BBC has confirmed that next season's Match of the Day will be fronted by Kelly Cates, Mark Chapman, and Gabby Logan, with the three-person team replacing the outgoing Gary Lineker. 

Politics

The group confirmed its annual results will go ahead on February 11 as planned, but it will delay a planned capital markets event due in New York on February 11 until February 26 as Mr Auchincloss recovers

Economics

The BAFTAs 2025 nominations will be announced at midday on Wednesday

Events