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Trump criticises 'decaying' European countries and 'weak' leaders 9 Dec 2025, 8:29 pm

The UK praises Europe's "strength" after Trump says countries fail to control migration or take action to end the Ukraine war.

Grooming gangs inquiry to be led by former children's commissioner Anne Longfield 9 Dec 2025, 7:23 pm

Baroness Anne Longfield will chair the three-year inquiry which has been beset by problems.

Fifa accused of breaching own rules with Trump award 9 Dec 2025, 7:20 pm

Gianni Infantino is accused of breaking Fifa rules by a campaign group after giving United States President Donald Trump a peace prize.

Member of UK armed forces dies in accident in Ukraine 9 Dec 2025, 7:16 pm

He died in an accident away from Ukraine's front lines on Tuesday, the Ministry of Defence says.

MI5 under more scrutiny after multiple criticisms 9 Dec 2025, 7:02 pm

Concerns are raised over whether the MI5 can be trusted to provide full evidence to courts and investigations following the findings of Operation Kenova.

Judge rules Ghislaine Maxwell grand jury records can be unsealed 9 Dec 2025, 6:55 pm

In his ruling, Judge Paul Engelmayer cited a new law passed last month requiring the release of files on Jeffrey Epstein.

Ashes history offers little statistical hope for England - Zaltzman 9 Dec 2025, 6:00 pm

Comedian and BBC cricket statistician Andy Zaltzman looks at how stats suggest England have little chance of winning this Ashes - but also offers some straws to clutch.

Storm Bram brings flooding and travel disruption to UK 9 Dec 2025, 5:59 pm

Amber and yellow warnings for wind are in place, with gusts of 90mph forecast in north-west Scotland.

Nigel Farage meets French far-right leader in London 9 Dec 2025, 5:45 pm

National Rally president Jordan Bardella says he believes the Reform UK leader will become the next British PM.

MI5 closely involved in handling of IRA spy Stakeknife, says report 9 Dec 2025, 5:19 pm

The final report of Operation Kenova says the security service had "greater knowledge" of Stakeknife than it had first stated.

Thirteen Labour MPs vote for talks on joining EU customs union 9 Dec 2025, 5:18 pm

One hundred MPs voted for and 100 against the Liberal Democrats' bill, which would require the UK to begin talks with the EU for a new customs union.

Google unveils plans to try again with smart glasses in 2026 9 Dec 2025, 4:34 pm

It is a significant turnaround for the tech giant after its first attempt - Google Glass - was pulled in 2015.

It sparked a debate over AI, but can Arc Raiders win a Bafta game award? 9 Dec 2025, 4:09 pm

Smash-hit Arc Raiders is longlisted for Bafta's best game award alongside Clair Obscur and Silksong.

Lithuania declares emergency situation over Belarus balloons 9 Dec 2025, 4:08 pm

Prime Minister Inga Ruginiene says the "hybrid attack" poses a real risk to national security and civil aviation.

Where Did The Covid Fraud Cash Go? 9 Dec 2025, 4:02 pm

Much of £11bn Covid scheme fraud 'beyond recovery', report says.

Mutated flu virus is circulating - so should you buy a vaccine this year? 9 Dec 2025, 3:59 pm

Flu has come early and experts predict it could be a particularly nasty season.

Some schools disrupted and Covid-like measures brought in amid rise in flu cases 9 Dec 2025, 3:52 pm

Flu is on the rise, but ministers say schools should only close in extreme circumstances.

Photographer wins UK's only 2025 Northern Lights award 9 Dec 2025, 3:51 pm

Mathew Browne said capturing the image of the display in Llangrannog was a "pretty special moment".

Much of £11bn Covid scheme fraud 'beyond recovery', report finds 9 Dec 2025, 3:48 pm

The response to the pandemic led to "enormous outlays of public money which exposed it to the risk of fraud and error", a report says.

TV faithful Claudia Winkleman made MBE by King at Windsor Castle 9 Dec 2025, 3:32 pm

The Traitors and Strictly presenter was recognised on Tuesday for services to broadcasting.

Red Bull adviser Marko to leave team after 20 years 9 Dec 2025, 3:03 pm

Red Bull announce motorsport adviser Helmut Marko will leave the team after 20 years at the end of 2025.

Does Japan's megaquake warning mean the 'big one' is coming? 9 Dec 2025, 11:51 am

An alert issued this week has caught the attention of a country used to earthquake warnings.

Autistic man starts new job after Waitrose rejection 9 Dec 2025, 10:51 am

Tom Boyd has begun working at his local Asda, before beginning a new role at Waitrose in January.

Will a social media ban for Australian teens work? 9 Dec 2025, 10:00 am

The world’s first social media ban for under 16’s starts this week – will it succeed?

Ukrainians raise flag to show BBC the fight goes on in city claimed by Russia 9 Dec 2025, 9:13 am

Ukraine barely has a hold on Pokrovsk, but its forces are keen to show they are still resisting Russia's advance.

Hungry mothers and dirty wards - maternity care 'much worse' than anticipated, review chief says 9 Dec 2025, 8:49 am

An interim report by Baroness Amos finds poor care is blighting England’s maternity services.

Does Scotland's 'Instagram Highway' need a reboot? 9 Dec 2025, 6:24 am

Highland communities and businesses will have their say on the NC500's future after overtourism concerns.

'Living off grid is not a dream, it's a nightmare' 9 Dec 2025, 12:11 am

Off-grid households say they would love a mains connection, but the price is just too high.

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