Zeynep Sonmez helps fainting ball girl during Australian Open first-round win, emphasizing sportsmanship and advancing after a tough three-set match.
Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy says Trump’s Greenland tariff threat is “wrong and unhelpful,” affirming UK’s non-negotiable position on the issue.
US threatens tariffs on allies over Greenland, sparking EU emergency talks and criticism from European leaders, citing security and trade concerns.
Finn Wolfhard hosts SNL debut with ‘Heated Wizardry’ Harry Potter parody, joined by co-stars Caleb McLaughlin and Gaten Matarazzo.
Abigail Spanberger became Virginia’s first female governor in a historic inauguration ceremony that reshapes the state’s leadership.
Barack Obama marked Michelle Obama’s birthday with a public tribute, revealing one of the qualities he values most in the former first lady.
Israel has raised objections to the White House’s selection of leaders for a proposed ‘board of peace,’ citing political and security concerns.
White House names Kushner, Tony Blair to lead Gaza Executive Board for post-conflict reconstruction. Middle East diplomats, business leaders support Oct 2025 ceasefire Phase 2.
12,500 join 'Hands Off Greenland' protests in Copenhagen, Aarhus, Odense, Aalborg, Esbjerg against foreign influence. Peaceful rallies demand Danish Realm sovereignty.
Exiled Iranians protest in London, Paris, Berlin, The Hague, Stockholm over Tehran crackdown. 8,500 demonstrators chant, hold silences for victims across 12 cities.
A man injured during clashes at a California anti‑ICE demonstration says he was struck in the face by a projectile fired by federal officers.
Robert Rhodes’ wife killer, who manipulated a child, has been sentenced to life in prison following a high-profile trial.
Manandise accuses Putin of deliberate civilian targeting in Ukraine, urging Europe for tougher sanctions and military aid to Kyiv amid escalated strikes.
EU-US accord sets AI principles for drug development, signed by EMA & FDA, emphasising ethics, transparency & harmonisation with immediate implementation.
Middle East allies urge Trump to avoid Iran strikes amid missile tests and proxy attacks, senior diplomat reveals. Escalation risks worry Saudi Arabia, UAE, Jordan.
NASA astronauts have returned safely to Earth after a medical emergency prompted an early end to their mission.
Drivers could be prevented from entering the UK from next month under major new travel rules set to come into force.
Wall Street rebounded as TSMC sparked a rally in semiconductor stocks, easing recent market pressure and lifting major US indexes.
Podcaster Joe Rogan has sparked controversy after comparing US immigration enforcement under ICE to tactics used in Nazi Germany.
The US Supreme Court ruled an Illinois congressman may sue over state mail-in voting laws, reviving a legal challenge to election rules.
Miriam Margolyes mourns actor friend Marian Diamond, 89, remembering her Brookside and Avengers roles as “gentle, generous, and beloved.”
Authorities cordon off Plymouth construction site after suspected ordnance discovery, with a Royal Navy team dispatched to make it safe.
Qatar takes precautionary steps at US Al Udeid base, evacuating personnel amid rising Iran tensions and Trump’s warnings of strong action.
Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood says she no longer trusts West Midlands Police chief after Maccabi Tel Aviv fan ban, citing watchdog report failings.
Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey defends ICE protesters as “heroes,” citing peaceful demonstrations and criticizing federal immigration actions in the city.
UK PM Keir Starmer says X is acting to comply with UK law over Grok AI deepfakes, promising stronger legislation and Ofcom oversight if needed.
Fabrizio Romano says Celtic are among clubs interested in Chelsea striker David Datro Fofana, with the Blues working on a permanent exit this transfer window.
Award-winning journalist Cathy Newman joins Sky News to lead 7 pm politics show, launch podcast, and produce long-form investigations and documentaries.
Chancellor Reeves says UK workers can use a digital ID, an e-visa, or an e-passport to prove right to work, insisting she’s “pretty relaxed” on forms.
UK government outlines £45bn Northern Powerhouse Rail plans, with Transport Secretary Heidi Alexander highlighting phased northern rail upgrades.
A tribunal cleared a solicitor of professional misconduct but barred a paralegal after ruling misleading emails breached regulations.
Wales’ first minister Eluned Morgan said it is “damn right” the nation should receive more rail funding from the UK government.
Iran plans to execute protester Erfan Soltani amid a severe nationwide crackdown, with hundreds killed and limited legal access reported.
Swindon Town signs Sunderland U21 midfielder Ben Middlemas on a two-and-a-half-year deal, adding their third January transfer signing.
Man United appoints Michael Carrick as interim manager with Steve Holland as assistant, aiming to stabilize the team ahead of Premier League fixtures.
Paul Hardcastle confirms the tragic death of his son, Paul Hardcastle Jr, who died at 35 in a fatal motorbike accident, sharing his heartbreak publicly.
Emma Raducanu took the first set at the Hobart International before heavy rain halted her match against Camila Osorio in the WTA 250 event.
US warns UK officials could face travel bans if X is blocked amid Grok AI deepfake row, raising tensions over tech regulation and free speech.
Matt Kwasniewski-Kelvin, guitarist for acclaimed rock band Black Midi, has died at the age of 26, prompting tributes from fans and musicians.
Kent (Parliament Politics Magazine) January 12, 2026 – Authorities declared a major incident after water supply failures left approximately 30,000 properties without water or facing low pressure across Kent and Sussex. Both Southern Water and South East Water attributed disruptions to Storm
Anchorage (Parliament Politics Magazine) January 12, 2026 – US Representative Mary Peltola announced her candidacy for Alaska’s US Senate seat, launching a challenge to Republican incumbent Dan Sullivan in the 2026 midterm elections. The Democrat, serving her second term in the state’s
London (Parliament Politics Magazine) January 12, 2026 – The UK Government tabled regulations in Parliament confirming day-one rights to unpaid parental leave and bereavement paternity leave effective April 2026 benefiting 18 million workers including 1.5 million previously ineligible parents. Reforms under the
Southampton (Parliament Politics Magazine) January 12, 2026 – Batt Cables Limited entered administration January 6 with Ernst & Young partners Samuel Woodward Dan Edkins appointed joint administrators placing 290 jobs at risk across UK Ireland European operations. Southampton-headquartered electrical cable distributor maintains
Former Conservative chancellor Nadhim Zahawi defects to Reform UK, delivering a major boost to Nigel Farage and dealing a setback to the Tory leadership.
Tube travel chaos in London as Victoria and Bakerloo lines halt operations amid signal failures and fire alerts, affecting thousands of commuters today.
‘Hamnet’ wins Best Drama and ‘One Battle After Another’ leads comedy at the 2026 Golden Globes, with top awards also for TV and podcasts.
EPCR postponed the Cheetahs vs Ulster Challenge Cup match minutes before kick-off after a late inspection ruled the frozen pitch unsafe.
Trump weighs action as Iran protests turn deadly, with US military urging caution and Tehran warning of retaliation against US and Israel.
Peter Mandelson calls friendship with Jeffrey Epstein a “terrible mistake” in first interview since Labour sacking, addressing past ties and fallout.
Caleb Williams rallies the Chicago Bears from an 18-point deficit to beat the Packers 31-27 in a dramatic NFC Wild Card playoff victory.