1 hour ago European Union chiefs ramp up demands on Sir Keir Starmer to allow uncapped youth travel scheme as part of Labour's post

Officials hope to sign a youth movement pact next year, to be introduced by 2027, which would see young British and European citizens given the right to live and work in each other's countries.

Politics

2 h. ago Germany and EU hold ‘constructive’ talks with Belgium on Russian assets

Merz jetted to Brussels for dinner with Belgian premier on Friday to try to win approval for a reparations loan for Kyiv

Politics

3 h. ago Professor visiting Harvard arrested by ICE agrees to leave country

Carlos Portugal Gouvea, charged with firing a pellet gun on eve of Yom Kippur outside a synagogue, has said he was not aware of the holiday or that he was shooting next to oneUS immigration authorities arrested a visiting professor at Harvard law school after he was charged with discharging a pellet gun outside a Massachusetts synagogue the day before Yom Kippur, the US Department of Homeland Security (DHS) said on Thursday – and he agreed to leave the country.Carlos Portugal Gouvea, a Brazilian citizen, was arrested on Wednesday by US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) after his temporary nonimmigrant visa was revoked by the state department following what the Trump administration labeled an “anti-semitic shooting incident” – a description at odds with how local authorities have described the case. Continue reading...

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3 h. ago Labour members want Ed Miliband as leader as half of party predict they'll lose the next election if Starmer stays put

In a poll indicating the level of unhappiness among the rank and file, the Energy Secretary emerged as the surprise frontrunner.

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3 h. ago Steely Glasgow Warriors put wind in Champions Cup sails with big win on the road

Visitors battle back against elements and hosts in opener

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3 h. ago Thomas Tuchel keeps his cool amid cringe, confusion and drama of World Cup draw | David Hytner

England manager happy to ‘focus on what we can influence’ after a draw that will live long in the memory and not for the right reasons At the end of an extraordinary day in the US capital and a World Cup draw that lurched between the ridiculous and the sublime (with a greater emphasis on the former, if the truth be told), Thomas Tuchel and England now know. Croatia in Toronto or Dallas. Ghana in Boston or Toronto. Panama in New Jersey or Philadelphia. And that is just the group games.With the excitement running wild and, well, England being England, their determination to bring it home to the fore, it was not long before the permutations were being scrutinised. It could be Mexico at the Azteca in the last 16 – the scene of the Hand of God in 1986. It could be Brazil in Miami in the quarter-finals. Tuchel pulled a face as if to say: “Wow.” There had been a lot to process. And that is before we talk about the Honourable Donald J Trump and his Fifa peace prize glory. Continue reading...

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5 h. ago Starmer sets out plans to cut child poverty by 550,000 during visit to Wales

The prime minister has launched a child poverty strategy with the UK government aiming to lift 550,000 children out of poverty by 2030

Politics

5 h. ago Morrisons shoppers to see change at tills from now until Sunday

Customers will be offered a 'slower-paced checkout experience', the retailer said

Politics

6 h. ago Railroads will be allowed to reduce inspections and rely more on technology to spot track problems

The nation’s freight railroads are going to be able to try relying more on technology and inspect their tracks less often after the federal government approved their waiver request on Friday

Science

6 h. ago Norris’ date with F1 destiny arrives as he aims to keep Verstappen and Piastri at bay

He has a 12-point lead before Sunday’s Abu Dhabi GP but the British driver vows to ‘crack on’ if the title goes elsewhereThe atmosphere at a season-deciding finale in the Formula One world championship is like no other. The paddock positively hums with a febrile, pulsing excitement and sense of expectation that is impossible to ignore. Amid all of which the title favourite, Lando Norris, finds himself at the moment he has dedicated his life toward, destiny lying in his own hands.After a gruelling 23-race trek around the world, the conclusion of all the work, sacrifice and effort will be decided in just an hour and a half on Sunday afternoon in Abu Dhabi. Continue reading...

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6 h. ago Passengers flying from busy London Luton Airport over Christmas facing 'travel turmoil'

A union boss has claimed hundreds of flights either side of Christmas risk being delayed or cancelled after London Luton Airport workers voted for six-day strike

Transport

7 h. ago Amusement arcade earmarked for new sports lounge and cafe under new plans

The man behind the proposal says customers will be able to play pool and darts in a 'family-friendly atmosphere'

Politics

7 h. ago ScotRail reminds East Kilbride customers of December timetable improvements

As a result, around 75 per cent of services between Glasgow Central and East Kilbride will be operated by electric trains, marking a significant step forward in Scotland’s ongoing rail decarbonisation programme.

Economics

7 h. ago Northern Irish leaders use Council Summit to push Starmer on budget

British and Irish leaders have met at the fourth British-Irish Council Summit in Wales.

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7 h. ago Bah humbug! HSBC bans staff from wearing Christmas jumpers in case they upset hard

Bosses issued guidance to staff after concerns were raised by customers who felt workers wearing Christmas gear did not meet expectations of professionalism.

Politics

8 h. ago Edinburgh Rugby make bold selection calls and position switch for Champions Cup return

Everitt gives youth its chance as French cracks Toulon come to town

Politics

8 h. ago Ireland's prime minister breaks silence on Eurovision boycott

Micheal Martin has backed national broadcaster RTE's decision to pull out of Eurovision after the European Broadcasting Union allowed Israel to participate amid the Gaza conflict

Politics

8 h. ago College student deported during Thanksgiving trip could've fought removal as a kid, US says

A U.S. government attorney says a college student in Massachusetts who was deported while visiting family for Thanksgiving missed chances to fight a removal order from her childhood

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8 h. ago Sir Chris Hoy issues double health update after wife's 'kick in the teeth' diagnosis

Olympic cyclist Sir Chris Hoy has shared positive updates on his terminal prostate cancer and has touched on his wife Sarra's multiple sclerosis diagnosis

Science

8 h. ago Drew Barrymore slammed for invading Michelle Pfeiffer's 'personal space' after awkward interaction goes viral

Pfeiffer, 67, appeared on Barrymore's show this week. But one moment from the interview has sparked immense backlash for the talk show host, 50.

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