Irish government survives confidence vote over handling of fuel protests
Read full article: Irish government survives confidence vote over handling of fuel protestsThe Irish government has survived a confidence vote over how it handled a week of fuel protests that cut off oil deliveries and caused massive traffic jams.
West Ham turn on second half style to beat Wolves and send Tottenham into drop zone
Read full article: West Ham turn on second half style to beat Wolves and send Tottenham into drop zoneValentín Castellanos and Konstantinos Mavropanos have scored twice each and West Ham has hammered Wolves 4-0 to bolster its hopes of Premier League survival.
Prince Harry sued for defamation by charity he set up in Africa to honor his mother Princess Diana
Read full article: Prince Harry sued for defamation by charity he set up in Africa to honor his mother Princess DianaPrince Harry is being sued for defamation by Sentebale, an African charity he co-founded in honor of Princess Diana.
Transgender darts pro says she 'just got retired' by governing body's policy change
Read full article: Transgender darts pro says she 'just got retired' by governing body's policy changeA transgender darts player says she’s “not done fighting” after the sport’s governing body enacted rules barring transgender women from women’s tournaments.
UK and Norway led a military operation to deter Russian submarines in the North Atlantic
Read full article: UK and Norway led a military operation to deter Russian submarines in the North AtlanticBritain and Norway have conducted a weekslong operation to deter Russian spy submarines near undersea cables in the North Atlantic.
A look at the UK's Royal Navy, which has faced jibe after jibe from Trump and Hegseth
Read full article: A look at the UK's Royal Navy, which has faced jibe after jibe from Trump and HegsethU.S. President Donald Trump and his Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth have been damning of the U.K.’s naval capabilities.
UK gathers more than 40 countries to plot ways of reopening the Strait of Hormuz
Read full article: UK gathers more than 40 countries to plot ways of reopening the Strait of HormuzBritain has accused Iran of holding the global economy hostage as diplomats from over 40 countries discuss reopening the Strait of Hormuz.
Arsenal fends off Chelsea to reach Women’s Champions League semifinals, Bayern also advances
Read full article: Arsenal fends off Chelsea to reach Women’s Champions League semifinals, Bayern also advancesDefending champion Arsenal has advanced to the Women’s Champions League semifinals despite a 1-0 loss to Chelsea in a London derby.
'Project Hail Mary' flies to $54.5 million second weekend, horror reaches a saturation point
Read full article: 'Project Hail Mary' flies to $54.5 million second weekend, horror reaches a saturation point“Project Hail Mary” stayed aloft in its second weekend, holding strongly with $54.5 million, adding to the long-term prospects of the year’s biggest hit thus far.
Man City dominates Arsenal to win English League Cup and make statement in Premier League title race
Read full article: Man City dominates Arsenal to win English League Cup and make statement in Premier League title raceManchester City has won the English League Cup with a 2-0 victory over Arsenal in the final at Wembley Stadium.
Iran war halts Qatar helium output, threatening global tech supply chains
Read full article: Iran war halts Qatar helium output, threatening global tech supply chainsThe Iran war is tightening global tech supply chains by cutting off helium from Qatar, a key source of the gas used in advanced industries like chipmaking.
Bank of England holds interest rates and hints of increases as Iran war jolts inflation outlook
Read full article: Bank of England holds interest rates and hints of increases as Iran war jolts inflation outlookThe Bank of England is holding its main interest rate at 3.75% in the wake of the oil and gas price hikes following the start of the Iran war.
Igor Thiago celebrates Brazil call-up with goal in Brentford draw with Wolves
Read full article: Igor Thiago celebrates Brazil call-up with goal in Brentford draw with WolvesIgor Thiago has celebrated his first call-up to the Brazil squad by scoring in Brentford’s 2-2 draw against Wolves in the Premier League.
Two long-lost episodes of 'Doctor Who' have been found. Fans will soon be able to watch them
Read full article: Two long-lost episodes of 'Doctor Who' have been found. Fans will soon be able to watch themA film charity has uncovered two episodes of sci-fi series “Doctor Who” that were long believed lost.
Lords a-leaving: Britain is ejecting hereditary nobles from Parliament after 700 years
Read full article: Lords a-leaving: Britain is ejecting hereditary nobles from Parliament after 700 yearsBritain is ending the centuries-old tradition of hereditary aristocrats sitting in Parliament’s House of Lords.
German media group Axel Springer will buy the publisher of UK's Daily Telegraph for $766 million
Read full article: German media group Axel Springer will buy the publisher of UK's Daily Telegraph for $766 millionGerman media group Axel Springer has agreed to buy the owner of Britain’s Daily Telegraph in a deal worth $766 million.
Iran war casts a pall over UK economic update as stocks tank and oil and gas prices surge
Read full article: Iran war casts a pall over UK economic update as stocks tank and oil and gas prices surgeBritain’s Treasury chief Rachel Reeves has sought to present a rosy picture of the state of the U.K. economy, even as oil and gas prices soared in the wake of the fast-evolving Iran war that has cast a pall over the global economic outlook.
“One Battle After Another” wins 6 prizes including best picture at Britain’s BAFTA film awards
Read full article: “One Battle After Another” wins 6 prizes including best picture at Britain’s BAFTA film awardsPolitically charged action thriller “One Battle After Another” has won six prizes including best picture at Britain’s BAFTA film awards.
Arsenal routs Wigan 4-0 on no-surprise Sunday as Premier League teams advance to 5th round
Read full article: Arsenal routs Wigan 4-0 on no-surprise Sunday as Premier League teams advance to 5th roundArsenal enjoys a 4-0 rout of Wigan as five Premier League teams avoid upsets to reach the fifth round of the FA Cup on Sunday.
Britain's High Court says government acted illegally in outlawing protest group Palestine Action
Read full article: Britain's High Court says government acted illegally in outlawing protest group Palestine ActionBritain’s High Court has ruled that the government’s decision to outlawed the protest group Palestine Action as a terrorist organization was unlawful.
Bank of England maintains interest rate at 3.75% with inflation still above target
Read full article: Bank of England maintains interest rate at 3.75% with inflation still above targetThe Bank of England is keeping its main interest rate unchanged at 3.75% with U.K. inflation remaining above target and economic growth is showing signs of picking up.
Charity founded by Sarah Ferguson shuts down after release of Epstein emails with former duchess
Read full article: Charity founded by Sarah Ferguson shuts down after release of Epstein emails with former duchessThe charity founded by Sarah Ferguson, the former Duchess of York, is shutting down following the release of emails showing the depth of her friendship with the late sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.
Brazil's Corinthians to face England's Arsenal in the inaugural Women’s Champions Cup final
Read full article: Brazil's Corinthians to face England's Arsenal in the inaugural Women’s Champions Cup finalAlessia Russo scored a pair of second-half goals in a 10-minute span to cap a 6-0 victiory for Arsenal over Moroccan club ASFAR for a spot in the final of the first Women’s Champions Cup.
Traoré joins West Ham and says movie taught him about passion of the club's fans
Read full article: Traoré joins West Ham and says movie taught him about passion of the club's fansSpain winger Adama Traoré has joined West Ham from Fulham and says a movie about his new team taught him about the passion of its fans.
Elizabeth Hurley describes 'monstrous' privacy invasion by Daily Mail in British media hacking case
Read full article: Elizabeth Hurley describes 'monstrous' privacy invasion by Daily Mail in British media hacking caseElizabeth Hurley has accused the Daily Mail's publisher of tapping her phones and stealing her medical records.
UK approves a ‘mega’ Chinese Embassy in London, despite criticism of security risks
Read full article: UK approves a ‘mega’ Chinese Embassy in London, despite criticism of security risksBritain’s government has approved a massive new Chinese Embassy in central London, despite strong criticism from lawmakers.
Trump slams UK deal to hand over Chagos Islands after he previously backed it
Read full article: Trump slams UK deal to hand over Chagos Islands after he previously backed itThe British government is defending its decision to transfer sovereignty of the Chagos Islands to Mauritius after U.S. President Donald Trump criticized the move.
Ja Morant scores 24 points in return to lineup as Grizzlies beat Magic 126-109 in London
Read full article: Ja Morant scores 24 points in return to lineup as Grizzlies beat Magic 126-109 in LondonJa Morant had 24 points and 13 assists in his return to the lineup to lead the Memphis Grizzlies to a 126-109 victory over the Orlando Magic in the first NBA regular-season game in London since 2019.
UK police chief who recommended ban of soccer fans of Israeli team Maccabi retires
Read full article: UK police chief who recommended ban of soccer fans of Israeli team Maccabi retiresA British police force chief has retired following criticism over a decision to ban Maccabi Tel Aviv fans from a match against Aston Villa last year.
The UK is watering down plans for mandatory digital ID cards after a backlash
Read full article: The UK is watering down plans for mandatory digital ID cards after a backlashThe British government has scaled back plans for mandatory digital ID cards, initially proposed as a way of helping control immigration.
The Latest: Trump says Iran proposed negotiations as hundreds killed in protests
Read full article: The Latest: Trump says Iran proposed negotiations as hundreds killed in protestsU.S. President Donald Trump says Iran has proposed negotiations following his threat to strike the country amid a crackdown on demonstrators.
Winter storm slams UK and France as cold snap spreads across Europe
Read full article: Winter storm slams UK and France as cold snap spreads across EuropeThousands of homes and businesses across northern France and southern England are without power and residents faced widespread travel delays after a storm swept in off the Atlantic.
Hollywood starts 2026 with 'Avatar: Fire and Ash' No. 1, as James Cameron's sci-fi epic crosses $1B
Read full article: Hollywood starts 2026 with 'Avatar: Fire and Ash' No. 1, as James Cameron's sci-fi epic crosses $1BHollywood kicked off 2026 with “Avatar: Fire and Ash” atop the box office for the third straight week and with hopes for a blockbuster-filled year after a disappointing 2025.
Chelsea's interim coach says players 'really focused' on Man City after Maresca exit
Read full article: Chelsea's interim coach says players 'really focused' on Man City after Maresca exitCalum McFarlane says he’s had a “whirlwind” 24 hours at Chelsea since being elevated from under-21s coach to interim manager and then tasked with facte Pep Guardiola and Manchester City on Sunday.
Arsenal will end the year top of the Premier League after 4-1 statement win over Villa
Read full article: Arsenal will end the year top of the Premier League after 4-1 statement win over VillaArsenal ensures it will end the year top of the Premier League after beating Aston Villa 4-1 at home in a powerful statement win with all goals scored in the second half.
Channel Tunnel disruption affects Eurostar and vehicle shuttle between France and England
Read full article: Channel Tunnel disruption affects Eurostar and vehicle shuttle between France and EnglandPower problems and a stuck train have interrupted rail traffic through the Channel Tunnel connecting the U.K. and continental Europe.
Hollywood stars Idris Elba, Cynthia Erivo recognized in New Year's honor's list
Read full article: Hollywood stars Idris Elba, Cynthia Erivo recognized in New Year's honor's listBritons ranging from Hollywood stars Idris Elba and Cynthia Erivo to a 102-year-old judo instructor have been named in King Charles III’s New Year’s honors list, an annual tradition that recognizes people for their contributions to U.K. public life.
Palace manager unsure when US defender Chris Richards will be available again after foot injury
Read full article: Palace manager unsure when US defender Chris Richards will be available again after foot injuryCrystal Palace manager Oliver Glasner is unsure when United States defender Chris Richards will be available again.
Arsenal beats Crystal Palace in penalty shootout to reach League Cup semifinals
Read full article: Arsenal beats Crystal Palace in penalty shootout to reach League Cup semifinalsArsenal will face Chelsea in the English League Cup semifinals after beating Crystal Palace 8-7 on penalties following a 1-1 draw in normal time.
Prince William brings his son to the same homeless shelter he first visited with Princess Diana
Read full article: Prince William brings his son to the same homeless shelter he first visited with Princess DianaPrince William and his son, Prince George, have helped make Christmas lunch at a homeless shelter.
Bank of England cuts key interest rate from 4% to 3.75%
Read full article: Bank of England cuts key interest rate from 4% to 3.75%The Bank of England has cut its key interest rate for the first time in four months as stubbornly high inflation that has plagued British consumers and businesses starts to ease.
UK gives Abramovich last chance to give Chelsea sale proceeds to victims of Russia's war in Ukraine
Read full article: UK gives Abramovich last chance to give Chelsea sale proceeds to victims of Russia's war in UkraineThe British government says it has given Russian billionaire Roman Abramovich a final chance to hand over 2.5 billion pounds or $3.25 billion to the victims of Russia's war in Ukraine.
What we learned in the first two episodes of Taylor Swift's Disney+ Eras Tour docuseries
Read full article: What we learned in the first two episodes of Taylor Swift's Disney+ Eras Tour docuseriesThe first two episodes of Taylor Swift's six-episode docuseries “The End of an Era” will premiere on Disney+ Friday.
Iceland becomes 5th country to boycott Eurovision Song Contest over Israel's participation
Read full article: Iceland becomes 5th country to boycott Eurovision Song Contest over Israel's participationIceland's national broadcaster has announced it will boycott next year's Eurovision Song Contest due to discord over Israel's participation.
Crystal Fabergé egg crafted for Russian royalty shatters record and sells for $30.2 million
Read full article: Crystal Fabergé egg crafted for Russian royalty shatters record and sells for $30.2 millionA rare Fabergé egg crafted for Russia’s ruling family before the revolution has sold for more $30 million.
UK leader Starmer backs Treasury chief over claims she misled the public about the economy
Read full article: UK leader Starmer backs Treasury chief over claims she misled the public about the economyBritish Prime Minister Keir Starmer has defended his Treasury chief Rachel Reeves against claims she misled the public about government finances before last week's tax-hiking budget.
Arsenal held by 10-man Chelsea, Isak sets up much-needed Liverpool win and Man United beats Palace
Read full article: Arsenal held by 10-man Chelsea, Isak sets up much-needed Liverpool win and Man United beats PalaceMikel Merino has salvaged a 1-1 draw for Arsenal at 10-man Chelsea as the race for the Premier League title tightens.
Tom Stoppard, sparkling playwright who won an Oscar for 'Shakespeare In Love,' dies at 88
Read full article: Tom Stoppard, sparkling playwright who won an Oscar for 'Shakespeare In Love,' dies at 88British playwright Tom Stoppard, who won an Academy Award for the screenplay for 1998’s “Shakespeare In Love” has died.
Man City and Barcelona both lose in the Champions League as Mourinho gets a win
Read full article: Man City and Barcelona both lose in the Champions League as Mourinho gets a winDefensive lapses cost Manchester City and Barcelona dearly as both teams slumped to notable losses in the Champions League on Tuesday.
Too Eze: Midfield star's hat trick helps Arsenal beat Spurs and take 6-point lead in Premier League
Read full article: Too Eze: Midfield star's hat trick helps Arsenal beat Spurs and take 6-point lead in Premier LeagueEberechi Eze was the inspiration behind Arsenal’s 4-1 win over Tottenham in the north London derby that left his team with a six-point lead in the Premier League.
‘Wicked: For Good’ is even more popular than the first, soaring to a $226 million global debut
Read full article: ‘Wicked: For Good’ is even more popular than the first, soaring to a $226 million global debutUniversal Pictures' "Wicked: For Good" has taken the box office by storm, earning an estimated $150 million in North America and $226 million globally in its opening weekend.
'Too little, too late:' Former UK government slammed for its initial COVID-19 response
Read full article: 'Too little, too late:' Former UK government slammed for its initial COVID-19 responseA public inquiry has criticized the U_K_'s initial COVID-19 response in early 2020 as “too little, too late.”.
UK warns Russia it's ready to deal with any incursion after spy ship is spotted
Read full article: UK warns Russia it's ready to deal with any incursion after spy ship is spottedBritain has warned Russia it is ready to handle any incursion into its territory after the spy ship Yantar was detected near U.K. waters.
BBC apologizes to Trump over its misleading edit, but says there's no basis for a defamation claim
Read full article: BBC apologizes to Trump over its misleading edit, but says there's no basis for a defamation claimThe BBC has apologized to U.S. President Donald Trump over a misleading edit of his speech on Jan. 6, 2021 but said it strongly disagreed that there was a basis for a defamation lawsuit.
No longer a prince, Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor gains a hyphen in his name
Read full article: No longer a prince, Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor gains a hyphen in his nameThe former Prince Andrew has officially changed his name to Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, adding a hyphen to align with the royal family’s surname style.
It's 'very premature' to discuss whether Travis Hunter will play both ways in 2026, Jags coach says
Read full article: It's 'very premature' to discuss whether Travis Hunter will play both ways in 2026, Jags coach saysJacksonville Jaguars coach Liam Coen says it's too early to discuss whether Travis Hunter will play on both sides of the ball in 2026.
Food-snatching seagulls are more likely to leave you alone if you shout at them, researchers say
Read full article: Food-snatching seagulls are more likely to leave you alone if you shout at them, researchers sayResearchers have found that shouting is more effective than speaking when trying to scare off seagulls.
UK police arrest 10 around a soccer match between Aston Villa and Israeli club Maccabi Tel Aviv
Read full article: UK police arrest 10 around a soccer match between Aston Villa and Israeli club Maccabi Tel AvivBritish police have arrested 10 people around a Europa League soccer match in Birmingham between Aston Villa and Maccabi Tel Aviv.
France mourns its stolen crown jewels as their uncomfortable colonial past returns to view
Read full article: France mourns its stolen crown jewels as their uncomfortable colonial past returns to viewThe theft of the Louvre's crown jewels has increased calls for the museum to be more transparent about the colonial origins of the treasures it displays.
Zohran Mamdani and London's Muslim mayor, Sadiq Khan, have much in common, but also key differences
Read full article: Zohran Mamdani and London's Muslim mayor, Sadiq Khan, have much in common, but also key differencesAs a left-leaning Muslim politician, London Mayor Sadiq Khan shares similarities with New York Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani.
Cyberattack on Marks & Spencer slices profits by more than a half
Read full article: Cyberattack on Marks & Spencer slices profits by more than a halfBritish retailer Marks and Spencer saw its half-year profits more than halve as a result of a cyberattack that brought its online business to a grinding halt.
Champions League: Bayern and Liverpool earn statement wins as Van de Ven scores 90-meter solo goal
Read full article: Champions League: Bayern and Liverpool earn statement wins as Van de Ven scores 90-meter solo goalBayern Munich has handed Paris Saint-Germain a first loss in its Champions League title defense while Liverpool beat Real Madrid 1-0 in another blockbuster matchup.
UK police charge man with attempted murder over train stabbing that wounded 11 people
Read full article: UK police charge man with attempted murder over train stabbing that wounded 11 peopleU.K. police have charged a 32-year-old man with attempted murder after a mass stabbing on a train wounded 11 people.
UK police release 1 of 2 men arrested over train stabbings and laud 'heroic' rail worker
Read full article: UK police release 1 of 2 men arrested over train stabbings and laud 'heroic' rail workerBritish police say one of two men arrested over a stabbing attack on a train has been released without charge.
UK police say 10 people in hospital after train stabbing attack, 9 with life-threatening injuries
Read full article: UK police say 10 people in hospital after train stabbing attack, 9 with life-threatening injuriesBritish police say 10 people have been taken to hospitals after a mass stabbing attack on a London-bound train, nine of them with life-threatening injuries.
Universal Music and AI song generator Udio settle lawsuit and partner on new AI music platform
Read full article: Universal Music and AI song generator Udio settle lawsuit and partner on new AI music platformUniversal Music Group and AI platform Udio have settled a copyright lawsuit and will collaborate on a new music creation and streaming platform.