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Sabalenka loses to Kyrgios in contest lacking intensity 28 Dec 2025, 6:15 pm

Aryna Sabalenka loses to Nick Kyrgios in a Battle of the Sexes-style match that lacked the intensity and entertainment promised in the build-up.

Cold weather to ring in New Year as amber health alerts issued 28 Dec 2025, 6:06 pm

Temperatures will fall to lows of -4C in the North West of England, with snow expected in some areas.

'Point of the match!' - Sabalenka hits 'amazing' winner against Kyrgios 28 Dec 2025, 5:12 pm

Aryna Sabalenka hits an 'amazing' return against Nick Kyrgios at the Battle of the Sexes in Dubai.

Watch: Spaniards hurl flour, eggs and fireworks in mock battle 28 Dec 2025, 5:10 pm

The annual food fight festival ''Els Enfarinats'' has left the Spanish town of Ibi covered in flour and egg shells.

Brazil's Bolsonaro undergoes medical treatment for hiccups 28 Dec 2025, 4:41 pm

The 70-year-old had suffered with the spasms for nine months, his wife says, and was already in hospital for hernia surgery.

Egyptian dissident should be deported from UK, Tories say 28 Dec 2025, 3:43 pm

Alaa Abdel Fattah flew to the UK on Friday after a travel ban imposed by Cairo was lifted.

'Devoted' dad dies after assault outside pub 28 Dec 2025, 2:45 pm

Police launched a murder inquiry after David Darke, 66, died in hospital days after an assault.

French cinema actress Brigitte Bardot dies aged 91 28 Dec 2025, 1:34 pm

The actress was a symbol of sexual liberation in the 1950s but became increasingly controversial after making homophobic and racist slurs.

Three killed in Sweden as major storm sweeps across Nordic countries 28 Dec 2025, 1:22 pm

Thousands of homes in parts of Finland, Sweden and Norway have been left without power.

Sophie Kinsella urged me to finish my bestseller, says Jojo Moyes 28 Dec 2025, 1:01 pm

Moyes has credited Kinsella with inspiring her when she nearly gave up after writing 20,000 words.

Late shopper rush drives Boxing Day sales traffic 28 Dec 2025, 12:37 pm

Figures suggest the surge in post-Christmas shoppers was the strongest in a decade.

'A stellar legacy on and off the field' - Hugh Morris obituary 28 Dec 2025, 12:03 pm

Hugh Morris, who has died at the age of 62, enjoyed a distinguished career in which he led from the front both on and off the cricket field.

Executions in Iran estimated to have doubled in 2025, report says 28 Dec 2025, 12:02 pm

The Iran Human Rights (IHR) group says it has verified at least 1,500 executions up until the start of December.

Ex-England striker Carroll due in court after arrest 28 Dec 2025, 11:07 am

Former Newcastle United, Liverpool and England forward Andy Carroll is due to appear in court on Tuesday after he was charged with breaching a non-molestation order.

Brigitte Bardot: The blonde bombshell who revolutionised French cinema 28 Dec 2025, 10:18 am

The cocktail of kittenish charm and continental sensuality who swept away the cinematic cobwebs of the 1950s.

The life and career of Brigitte Bardot - in pictures 28 Dec 2025, 10:18 am

The French actress redefined cinematic allure, captivating the world before championing animal rights.

New archbishop urged to scrap £100m fund over slavery links 28 Dec 2025, 10:00 am

A group of MPs and peers claims the funds can only legally be spent on churches and payment of clergy wages.

Polls close on first day of Myanmar's widely criticised 'sham' election 28 Dec 2025, 7:37 am

Observers say the vote, accompanied by a renewed crackdown on dissent, is meant to entrench the junta's power.

Finding out I've got ADHD has saved my life 28 Dec 2025, 1:26 am

The actor says starting ADHD medication has allowed him to put on a one-man show about his life.

Style trends to look out for in 2026 28 Dec 2025, 12:54 am

These are some of the biggest trends you can expect to see hitting stores in the new year.

Fearing deportation, Hondurans in the US send more cash home than ever before 28 Dec 2025, 12:48 am

There's been a surge in remittances going back to Honduras amid Trump's immigration crackdown.

Dark energy just got even weirder and why the Universe may end in a 'Big Crunch' 28 Dec 2025, 12:47 am

A mysterious force called Dark Energy might be changing, in a way that challenges our current understanding of the nature of time and space.

How frogs went from right-wing meme to anti-ICE protest symbol 28 Dec 2025, 12:47 am

The frog has become a frequent symbol at protests against the Trump administration.

Quiz of the Year 2025, Part 4: How long did Lily Allen take to write break-up album West End Girl? 28 Dec 2025, 12:46 am

Test your memory of 2025 in the final part of our quiz. What happened from October to December?

Film lookahead: 20 highlights to watch out for in 2026 28 Dec 2025, 12:45 am

We look ahead to 20 notable films to watch for in 2026, from Oscar hopefuls to potential blockbusters.

How Putin has kept Russia's billionaires on side in the war 28 Dec 2025, 12:44 am

Western sanctions have failed to turn the uber-rich into opponents, and Putin's policies have turned them into silent backers.

Classic World War Two film based on a true story 26 Dec 2025, 7:31 pm

A group of Allied POWs mount a daring breakout from a supposedly inescapable Nazi camp.

The Newscast Review of the Year 2025 24 Dec 2025, 12:00 pm

The biggest events of the year and what it was like on the inside as they happened.

Were our 2025 predictions right? 24 Dec 2025, 7:00 am

The Americast team open the annual end-of-year time capsule.

The magic behind your favourite Christmas music videos 13 Dec 2025, 8:04 pm

Revealing the magic behind the making of the nation’s favourite Christmas music videos.

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