5-year sentence for queue-jump killer sparks justice row
Demiesh Williams jailed for 5 years after killing father Andrew Clark in a Sainsbury's queue. Shadow Justice Secretary brands sentence 'paltry' and vows to appeal. Read the full story.
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Career Diplomat Christian Turner Named New UK Ambassador to US
Sir Keir Starmer appoints veteran diplomat Christian Turner as Britain's new ambassador to Washington, replacing Lord Mandelson. Discover the challenges he faces.
Stansted expansion green-lit, set to be UK's 2nd busiest airport
Stansted Airport's expansion plans are approved, paving the way for 51 million annual passengers and 4,500 new jobs. Discover how this will reshape UK air travel.
UK's Worst-Case Climate Scenarios Revealed
Scientists warn the UK must prepare for 'plausible' extreme climate impacts, including a 4C temperature rise and 2-metre sea level rise. Discover the risks and the urgent need for resilience planning.
UK's Top 20 Engineering Feats Ranked in New Poll
From the London Underground to the World Wide Web, discover the UK's most impressive engineering feats in a new ranking. 94% of Brits take pride in this heritage. Explore the full list and insights.
Unseasonal birdsong sparks climate debate in UK
Mild UK winters trigger unusual December birdsong from skylarks and thrushes. Is it a charming natural event or a stark climate crisis warning? Read the analysis.
Podcast: Reviewing 2025's biggest political moments
John Harris, Pippa Crerar and Kiran Stacey analyse the defining political events of 2025 and look ahead to 2026. Listen to the Politics Weekly UK podcast now.
Solo Christmas 2025: The End of the £100 Turkey?
As festive plans shrink post-Covid, soaring turkey costs hit £100. A writer embraces a solo Christmas, exploring affordable, delicious alternatives to the traditional bird. Read for tips and trends.
Fugitive in Thames after water bottle clue reveals London hideout
A Colombian businesswoman accused of killing two schoolgirls with poisoned raspberries was rescued from the Thames after her UK location was revealed by a bottle of Buxton water in an interview. Read the full story.
Six-inch snow blizzard forecast to hit UK cities
New weather maps predict up to six inches of snow could blanket parts of the UK from December 30, with Scotland and northern England first in line. Discover the latest forecast and potential travel disruption.
UK-US Pharma Deal Lacks Legal Text, MPs Warn
MPs warn UK's zero-tariff pharmaceutical deal with the Trump administration is 'built on sand' as no legal text exists. Concerns mount over NHS costs and suspended tech pact. Read the full analysis.
Kylie Leads Wham! In Christmas Chart Battle
Kylie Minogue is ahead in the race for Christmas number one, with Wham!'s 'Last Christmas' trailing. A charity single for Gaza is also climbing the charts. Who will win?
UK's £120m Ineos rescue raises industrial strategy doubts
The UK government's £120m bailout saves the vital Grangemouth ethylene plant, but experts question the lack of a coherent strategy for the nation's shrinking heavy industry. Read the analysis.
Defence spending plans in chaos as key strategy delayed
The UK's Defence Investment Plan is delayed until 2026 amid a £2.6bn budget shortfall and the troubled Ajax programme. Read the full analysis of the military spending crisis.
Paratrooper killed in Ukraine told family to 'be proud'
Lance Corporal George Hooley, 28, was killed in a tragic accident in Ukraine. In a poignant final letter, he asked his loved ones to remember him with pride for serving a cause he believed in.
Police to arrest 'globalise the intifada' chant protesters
UK police forces announce arrests for 'globalise the intifada' chants, welcomed by Chief Rabbi as a crackdown on hate speech. Critics call it repression of protest rights.
Britain Rejoins Erasmus+ Student Exchange Programme
Britain's return to the Erasmus+ scheme offers a flicker of hope for internationalism amid a rising nativist tide across Europe. Discover the programme's significance.
Gen Z's 'Soft Saving' Trend: Flexible Finance
Discover how Gen Z is redefining savings with 'soft saving', a flexible approach that prioritises lifestyle and mental wellbeing while building financial security. Learn the strategies and risks.
Billie Eilish's Surprising Holiday Party Look Revealed
Billie Eilish surprised fans with a sultry holiday snapshot, ditching her signature baggy style. The singer, 23, shared a playful photo from a festive gathering just days before her 24th birthday. Read more about her fashion evolution.
Paranormal Activity Play Review: West End Horror
The Paranormal Activity stage play at London's Ambassadors Theatre delivers masterful horror, leaving audiences terrified and awestruck. Read our full review of the spine-chilling production.
Double Soft-Serve Hack For Just Over £1 Goes Viral
An Australian content creator's simple request for two soft serves in one cone at McDonald's and Hungry Jack's has sparked a viral trend. Discover the genius hack for an oversized dessert.
Sugar Tax Extended to Milkshakes and Lattes
Health Secretary Wes Streeting announces the sugar tax will now include pre-packaged milkshakes and lattes to combat childhood obesity. The move aims to cut millions of daily calories from the nation's diet.
Sugar tax extended to milkshakes and lattes
Health Secretary Wes Streeting announces sugar tax expansion to milk-based drinks to combat childhood obesity. Manufacturers have until 2028 to reformulate products or face charges.
Sugar Tax Expanded to Include Milkshakes and Lattes
Health Secretary Wes Streeting announces the sugar tax will now cover pre-packaged milkshakes and lattes to combat childhood obesity. Learn how this policy change aims to cut millions of daily calories.
Sugar Tax Expanded to Include Milkshakes and Lattes
Health Secretary Wes Streeting announces the sugar tax will now cover pre-packaged milkshakes and lattes to combat childhood obesity. Learn how this policy change aims to cut millions of daily calories.
Sugar tax extended to milkshakes and lattes
UK government expands sugar tax to include milkshakes and pre-packaged lattes from 2028 to tackle childhood obesity. Health Secretary Wes Streeting announces tougher measures.
New sugar tax on milkshakes to fight child obesity
Health Secretary Wes Streeting announces extending the sugar tax to milkshakes, aiming to cut child obesity and tooth decay. A key step in Labour's child health strategy.
Sugar tax extended to milkshakes and lattes
Labour confirms sugar tax extension to pre-packaged milkshakes and coffees, aiming to tackle child obesity and raise £100m annually. Find out how it affects you.
Five-Hour D&D Play Initiative Transforms Theatre
Discover how Initiative, a groundbreaking five-hour play about Dungeons & Dragons, creates profound audience commitment through immersive storytelling at New York's Public Theatre.
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