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.
Several monkeys were spotted loose near O’Fallon Park in St. Louis, leading city health officials to patrol and plan safe capture efforts.
Rallies are set nationwide to protest the federal immigration agency’s actions following a Minneapolis woman’s fatal shooting by an ICE agent.
Macclesfield Town took a shock lead against Crystal Palace in the FA Cup, while Everton found themselves trailing in their tie.
Thousands of Sky customers have reported problems with their TV service, according to outage tracking website DownDetector.
Morrisons has announced a major closure as part of a supermarket overhaul, putting dozens of jobs at risk amid wider restructuring plans.
Glencore shares jumped 8% after reports of merger talks with Rio Tinto, with investors focused on copper exposure.
Kate Middleton shared a personal message on her birthday, reflecting on resilience and recovery after cancer treatment.
Actor Milo Manheim shared an emotional reaction after being cast as Flynn Rider in Disney’s live-action Tangled, drawing praise from fans.
Silver mining stocks fell sharply after commodity index rebalancing triggered a sudden 5% flash correction across the sector.
Cornwall Council has urged caution after an amber wind warning was issued, warning of travel disruption and potential damage.
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Former Premier League referee David Coote receives a suspended prison sentence for possessing a serious indecent image of a child. As reported by Sophie Robinson of The Independent, ex-Premier League referee David Coote faces sentencing over a
Amber warnings cover the UK as Storm Goretti brings heavy snow, strong winds, travel disruption, and health risks for older and vulnerable people.
Several US aircraft land at RAF bases in the UK while tracking a sanctioned Venezuelan oil tanker near British waters amid global tensions.
David Batty has kept out of touch with former teammates since retiring, embracing a low-profile life away from the public spotlight.
A former British army chief Sir Richard Shirreff, says any peacekeeping mission in Ukraine would need serious troop deployments to face down Russia.
Reform UK has announced Westminster councillor Laila Cunningham as its candidate for the 2028 London mayoral election.
CIA spy Aldrich Ames, convicted of selling secrets to Moscow, died in prison at 84, having caused one of America’s worst intelligence breaches.
The Met Office warns of snow and ice in Scotland as hundreds of schools remain closed for a third day, amid travel disruptions and power outage risks.
Kilmarnock appoints Neil McCann as manager with Billy Dodds as assistant until 2028, aiming for stability as the club struggles at the bottom of the league.
A Tottenham Hotspur winger is set for a move to Coventry City following a reported exit from Portsmouth.
Washington (Parliament Politics Magazine) – US President Donald Trump says American oil firms could be “up and running” in Venezuela within 18 months following President Nicolas Maduro’s removal. As reported by Kayla Epstein of the BBC, President Trump says US oil firms
Sir Keir Starmer urged unity at his first meeting of the year as speculation mounts over attempts by Labour MPs to remove him.
A senior aide to Donald Trump said Greenland should become part of the US, arguing the move is needed to safeguard NATO and Arctic security.
Chelsea Football Club has appointed Liam Rosenior as their new head coach on a five-and-a-half-year deal following Enzo Maresca’s departure on New Year’s Day.
The UK faces ongoing snow and ice, with amber and yellow alerts disrupting schools, trains, and daily life across many regions.
West Ham striker Callum Wilson is in talks to leave the club after five months, as issues with manager Nuno Espírito Santo affect squad morale.
Charles Spencer-Churchill, the Duke of Marlborough, denied three charges of strangling his estranged wife and was granted conditional bail until February.
One person is in custody and an investigation is ongoing after an incident caused property damage at Vice President JD Vance’s Ohio residence.
A Paris court ruled 10 guilty of online harassment against Brigitte Macron, over false claims about her gender, receiving suspended sentences.
Labour MP Emily Thornberry warns lack of Western condemnation of US action in Venezuela could weaken international law and embolden China and Russia.
A yellow snow and ice warning caused school closures, flight cancellations, and travel disruption across Northern Ireland, easing by Monday midday.
Taskmaster Season 21 lineup announced, featuring Kumail Nanjiani, Joanna Page, Amy Gledhill, Joel Dommett, and Armando Iannucci.
British PM Sir Keir Starmer says he will remain in office next year and warns Labour rivals that leadership challenges could benefit Reform's Nigel Farage.
The UK faces snow and icy conditions with travel alerts in place across Scotland, Northern Ireland, Wales, and northern England until Monday.
A Leicestershire Police officer was found guilty of gross misconduct for issuing a community resolution for mushroom foraging without speaking to the offender.
Experts say Nicolás Maduro leadership could emerge from opposition figures María Corina Machado and Edmundo González, including a Nobel laureate.
Donald Trump’s move against Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro marks a new phase of assertive US power, reshaping global political dynamics
Marcus Rashford is set to feature for Barcelona in their first La Liga match after the winter break, with another English player also likely to start.