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Chris Mason: Crunch time for the prime minister 8 Feb 2026, 10:02 pm

There is universal acceptance in Labour that Sir Keir Starmer's predicament is dire and he confronts immense peril, writes Chris Mason.

Four charged with murder of 17-year-old 8 Feb 2026, 9:56 pm

Tristan Shae Kerr was declared dead at the scene in Abertridwr, Caerphilly, on Thursday.

Seahawks dominate Patriots to claim second Super Bowl 8 Feb 2026, 9:44 pm

The Seattle Seahawks produce a devastating defensive display to beat the New England Patriots and claim their second Super Bowl victory.

Venezuela's opposition says party leader kidnapped hours after being freed 8 Feb 2026, 9:37 pm

Nobel Peace Prize winner Maria Corina Machado said political leader Juan Pablo Guanipa was taken by force in Caracas.

Christchurch shooter seeks to overturn guilty plea 8 Feb 2026, 9:31 pm

Brenton Tarrant is serving a life sentence after murdering 51 people in the March 2019 attack on two mosques in New Zealand.

Bad Bunny piles on Puerto Rican patriotism at Super Bowl half-time show 8 Feb 2026, 7:30 pm

Puerto Rican artist Bad Bunny made history with his entirely Spanish set on the sporting world's biggest stage.

Spanish train drivers to begin nationwide strike after fatal crashes 8 Feb 2026, 7:00 pm

Striking drivers are demanding increased investment and maintenance, and the hiring of more staff.

Israeli president lays wreath at Bondi at start of controversial visit 8 Feb 2026, 6:51 pm

Senior Jewish leaders have welcomed Isaac Herzog but pro-Palestinian groups say he should not have been invited.

The Papers: 'PM's aide quits' and 'How long can Starmer cling on?' 8 Feb 2026, 5:54 pm

Morgan McSweeney's resignation and the subsequent political fallout dominate Monday's front pages.

'Trump's psyche': The aide driving president's most controversial policies 8 Feb 2026, 4:11 pm

The high-velocity start to 2026 by the Trump administration has cemented Stephen Miller's position as one of its most powerful figures.

The shadowy world of abandoned oil tankers 8 Feb 2026, 4:09 pm

A growing number of tankers and other commercial vessels are being ditched by their owners.

Universities told to report foreign interference on campus to MI5 8 Feb 2026, 4:03 pm

Ministers say UK universities have become a "prime target for foreign states and hostile actors".

In the AI gold rush, tech firms are embracing 72-hour weeks 8 Feb 2026, 4:01 pm

In the race for AI, tech firms are asking for their staff to work long hours. But there are risks, experts say.

Luxury travel takes off as plane makers chase Asia's super-rich 8 Feb 2026, 3:01 pm

Parts of the aviation industry are shifting towards wealthy customers and selling a more luxurious type of international travel.

Dozens of flood warnings in England after days of non-stop rain 8 Feb 2026, 2:56 pm

Rain has fallen in south-west England and south Wales every day of 2026 so far, the Met Office said.

Apprenticeship clearing system to be introduced 8 Feb 2026, 2:36 pm

The prime minister said "outdated assumptions about how to make it into a successful career" have held young people back.

Who has made Troy's Premier League team of the week? 8 Feb 2026, 2:04 pm

After every round of Premier League matches this season Troy Deeney gives us his team of the week. Do you agree with his choices?

'Cold' coach back at Olympics after Valieva scandal 8 Feb 2026, 2:02 pm

When figure skating coach Eteri Tutberidze's behaviour towards her pupils was branded "chilling to see" at the last Winter Olympics, it was hard to see her returning - but she is back for Milan-Cortina 2026.

Hiker 'lucky to be alive' after 30ft fall where others have died 8 Feb 2026, 1:57 pm

Suzie Dyer was seriously injured when she fell down a sheer drop in Waterfall Country, and says more should be done to improve safety.

GB's Brookes & Muir target medals, plus curling semi-final - Monday's guide 8 Feb 2026, 1:36 pm

What's happening and who to look out for at the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan-Cortina.

'Killjoy' - did VAR get late drama in Liverpool v Man City right? 8 Feb 2026, 1:07 pm

Manchester City's win at Liverpool ended in complete chaos - but did the referee and the VAR get Dominik Szoboszlai's red card right?

GB snowboard star Brookes into big air final 8 Feb 2026, 1:04 pm

Snowboarding sensation Mia Brookes - one of GB's most exciting medal prospects at the Winter Olympics - shrugs off an early hiccup to reach the big air final.

GB snowboard star Brookes into big air final 8 Feb 2026, 1:04 pm

Snowboarding sensation Mia Brookes - one of GB's most exciting medal prospects at the Winter Olympics - shrugs off an early hiccup to reach the big air final.

Man City produce late comeback to beat Liverpool in chaotic finale 8 Feb 2026, 12:00 pm

Erling Haaland's 93rd-minute penalty gives Manchester City a crucial comeback win over Liverpool, who end the game with 10 men as Dominik Szoboszlai is sent off in stoppage time at Anfield.

France murder trial complicated by twin brothers with same DNA 8 Feb 2026, 9:49 am

Police have recovered DNA from a weapon but cannot determine which of the brothers used it.

Andrew shared confidential information with Epstein as trade envoy, files suggest 8 Feb 2026, 9:31 am

Under official guidance, trade envoys have a duty of confidentiality over sensitive, commercial, or political information.

Vonn has surgery on leg fracture after crash 8 Feb 2026, 8:55 am

American skier Lindsey Vonn has surgery on a left-leg fracture after suffering heartbreak in what could be her final Olympic event as she crashes in the women's downhill competition in Cortina.

Skier Vonn has surgery on leg fracture after crash in downhill 8 Feb 2026, 8:55 am

American skier Lindsey Vonn has surgery on a left-leg fracture after suffering heartbreak in what could be her final Olympic event as she crashes in the women's downhill competition in Cortina.

An almighty scare - but are England learning? 8 Feb 2026, 8:39 am

Why some subtle signs suggest, despite their scare against Nepal in the T20 World Cup, England might be learning under Harry Brook and Brendon McCullum.

The political strategist who became Starmer's right-hand man 8 Feb 2026, 7:48 am

McSweeney, long considered instrumental to the rise of the PM, derived his power and influence from his track record as a political strategist.

My car was stolen. Here are six important things I learned 8 Feb 2026, 1:07 am

Keyless thefts are on the rise and car crime is increasingly organised and high-tech.

A timeless love story with Ryan Gosling and Rachel McAdams 3 Feb 2026, 5:37 pm

In the run-up to WWII, a young couple's relationship falls foul of class prejudice.

The week: the King, the prime minister and the Epstein files 3 Feb 2026, 12:36 pm

Continuing revelations from the Epstein Files create challenges for both the Royal Family and the government.

Michael B. Jordan leads in a powerful story of justice and redemption 31 Jan 2026, 6:00 pm

Based on the true story of a lawyer who fights to free wrongly convicted men on death row

Children in Care: How to Fix the Fostering Crisis 21 Jan 2026, 10:00 pm

Foster carer Louise Allen says the problem isn’t the children, it’s the system.

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