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Trump says UK soldiers in Afghanistan 'among greatest warriors of all time' 24 Jan 2026, 10:19 am

The US president's praise follows his claim that allied forces avoided the front lines during the Afghanistan conflict.

Andy Burnham seeks permission to stand in by-election to become MP 24 Jan 2026, 10:17 am

He said in a statement that he wants to back the Labour government "not undermine it".

From 'impossible task' to 'hope' - will West Ham stay up? 24 Jan 2026, 10:10 am

Back-to-back Premier League wins have taken West Ham United to within two points of 17th.

Ref's 'courageous' call denies Man City penalty on Premier League debut 24 Jan 2026, 10:07 am

Referee Farai Hallam was praised for choosing not to award Manchester City a penalty against Wolves on his Premier League debut.

Brook criticises 'worst ever' pitch after ODI win 24 Jan 2026, 9:28 am

England captain Harry Brook says the pitch used for the second one-day international against Sri Lanka in Colombo was "probably the worst" he's played on.

Two days of peace talks end as Russia continues Ukraine attacks 24 Jan 2026, 8:56 am

There is no apparent breakthrough as the three-way talks conclude and Russia maintains its bombardment.

Pier washes away and railway sea wall crumbles in storm 24 Jan 2026, 8:50 am

Part of a historic pier washes away and a sea wall next to a railway line crumbles as Storm Ingrid lashes Devon and Cornwall.

Root's 75 helps England level ODI series in Sri Lanka 24 Jan 2026, 8:39 am

Joe Root makes a measured 75 as England pull off a comfortable run chase to beat Sri Lanka by five wickets in the second one-day international.

Trump threatens Canada with 100% tariffs over China trade deal 24 Jan 2026, 8:27 am

Trump made the threat in a social media post as tensions rise between the US and its northern neighbour.

Climber delays Netflix-streamed skyscraper challenge over rain 24 Jan 2026, 7:39 am

Alex Honnold is attempting to scale one of the world's tallest buildings, Taipei 101 in Taiwan.

Mead and Caldentey star as Arsenal triumph over Chelsea 24 Jan 2026, 7:33 am

Beth Mead puts Arsenal in front in the 55th minute before Mariona Caldentey completes a 2-0 victory for the Gunners at Stamford Bridge.

I have to go home and tell my children it's not nice to lie, says The Traitors' Rachel 24 Jan 2026, 7:12 am

From poker faces to genuine shock, Rachel's game face was on par to get her through some serious heat amongst fellow competitors.

Police officers to be told they must get work licence or face dismissal 24 Jan 2026, 6:29 am

The plans are part of a raft of measures aimed at the reform of police forces in England and Wales.

China places highest-ranking general under investigation 24 Jan 2026, 6:14 am

President Xi has been accused of using investigations to purge political rivals.

How Soviet urban planning helped Russia leave millions freezing in Ukraine 24 Jan 2026, 5:56 am

Thousands of people are affected when heating plants are targeted by Russian forces.

'Rescued men still owe hotel bill three weeks later' 24 Jan 2026, 5:35 am

The mountain rescue team says it feels obliged to settle the debt on their behalf.

Labour wants to shake up the police - but will that solve 'everyday crime epidemic'? 24 Jan 2026, 4:27 am

The home secretary is promising the biggest policing reform in centuries, but she faces a fight, writes Laura Kuenssberg.

German FA official wants World Cup boycott talks 24 Jan 2026, 3:26 am

A German football association official believes it is time to consider a boycott of the 2026 World Cup in the wake of United States President Donald Trump's actions.

NHS cancer gene database to identify patients at risk 24 Jan 2026, 1:28 am

Thousands of people in England will be able to check whether they have genes linked to cancer.

Pentagon to offer 'more limited' support to US allies in defence strategy shift 23 Jan 2026, 11:57 pm

The Pentagon's new National Defense Strategy also says China is no longer the top security priority for the US.

Sisters see each other for first time since dad murdered their mum 50 years ago 23 Jan 2026, 11:38 pm

Janet and Theresa were just five and seven when their mum was killed at their family home.

Women filmed secretly for social media content - and then harassed online 23 Jan 2026, 10:00 pm

So-called manfluencers wearing smart glasses approach women and then post videos to TikTok and Instagram.

Four attacks in 48 hours: How east Australia's beaches became a 'perfect storm' for sharks 23 Jan 2026, 9:11 pm

Human-shark encounters in Australia are rising - but experts are keen to point out it isn't the animals' fault.

The Traitors best moments: From explosive bust-ups to secret relationships 23 Jan 2026, 4:12 pm

As another series ends, we look back at the most memorable moments from Stephen's facial expressions to Matt's proposition.

Stuck between the US and Russia, Canada must prove it can defend its Arctic territory 23 Jan 2026, 4:05 pm

Canada has been boosting its forces in the Arctic in the face of new threats - and US concerns.

Tragic chapter on the trains sends rail superpower Spain into crisis 23 Jan 2026, 4:03 pm

Spain's vaunted reputation for its high-speed network has been humbled by disaster on the railways.

What actually is Trump's 'Board of Peace'? 22 Jan 2026, 11:34 am

Trump has a bumper second day at Davos after Greendland 'deal'.

First all-female British team completes 8,000km Dakar Rally 20 Jan 2026, 8:43 am

Marcella Kirk and Helen Tait-Wright complete the 8,000km (4,970-mile) Dakar Rally in Saudi Arabia.

Is Canada leading the global resistance against Trump? 20 Jan 2026, 2:00 am

Trump responded, “no comment” when asked if he'd use force to seize Greenland.

The retired silversmith turning used candles into stoves for Ukraine 19 Jan 2026, 10:29 pm

Mark Stevens has supplied thousands of candles to war damaged areas of Ukraine.

The 3,500-mile love story that started in an online horror game 19 Jan 2026, 10:13 pm

Despite living in the same house, they are no longer able to video game together because of childcare.

My home bakery helps me cope with inoperable brain condition 18 Jan 2026, 10:00 pm

Megan Jackson says baking is her "coping mechanism" after an inoperable brain condition diagnosis.

Richard Burton and Clint Eastwood lead in this classic war film 10 Jan 2026, 9:46 am

Seven paratroopers are sent on a seemingly impossible mission.

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