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WORLD

Warning thousands of US hazardous sites could flood and release harmful chemicals because of sea level rise
What is the Russian ‘spy ship’ shooting lasers at the RAF from the edge of UK waters?
Trump says he’s signed bill to release Epstein files in Truth Social post railing against Democrat ‘hoax’: Live updates
Ex-Olympian on FBI Most Wanted list accused of ordering dozens of murders as reward for capture upped to $15m
Donald Trump’s meeting with Cristiano Ronaldo capped off in a typically odd manner

UK

Cold Weather Payment 2025: How much does it pay and am I eligible?
ECHR guidance dubbed ‘misogynist’s charter’ as trans people ‘could be banned from single-sex spaces based on looks’
Deadline day for Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor as Trump approves Epstein file release
Shabana Mahmood hits out at Tommy Robinson’s backing of Labour’s migration policy
Harry Kane’s hamstring surgeon in £78,000 battle with car dealership over stolen Bentley

SPORTS

World Cup 2026 play-off draw live: Wales, Northern Ireland and Rep of Ireland to discover opponents
How to watch the Ashes: TV channel, start times and streaming England v Australia online
Chelsea Women vs Barcelona Women prediction: Goals galore at the Bridge
When is the World Cup 2026 play-offs draw and which pot are Wales, Ireland and Northern Ireland in?
How to watch World Cup play-off draw: TV channel, online stream and start time

BUSINESS

Games Workshop continues to be surprise success as shares surge despite Trump
Nationwide sees mortgage lending dip after stamp duty rush but market ‘healthy’
Slight fall in number of young people not in work, education or training
Dr Martens warns over US tariff hit
Rising unemployment hitting shopper confidence, says JD Sports

TECH






SCI

Not of this world: Mystery as NASA discovers ‘sculpted’ alien rock on surface of Mars
How long ago was the first human-on-human smooch? It depends how you define a kiss
Ultra-rare pink grasshopper spotted in New Zealand


POLITICS

Keir Starmer calls on Nigel Farage to explain ‘disturbing’ school racism accusations
ECHR guidance dubbed ‘misogynist’s charter’ as trans people ‘could be banned from single-sex spaces based on looks’
Shabana Mahmood hits out at Tommy Robinson’s backing of Labour’s migration policy
Andy Burnham refuses to rule out challenging Keir Starmer as PM amid leadership coup speculation
Labour MP hints he would give up seat for Andy Burnham to mount Starmer leadership challenge

HEALTH

Eight possible cancer symptoms you should never ignore
Miss Universe contestant taken away on stretcher after falling off stage mid-pageant
New research suggests masturbation may ease menopause symptoms
Princess of Wales gives sweet nod to iconic Diana look at Royal Variety Performance
The ideal time to eat to burn more fat

ENTERTAIN

Lily Allen confirms West End Girl arena tour for 2026 after theatre run sold out in minutes
Amanda Seyfried names Euphoria star and Grammy winner she wants to see in Mamma Mia 3
Pluribus creator reveals Breaking Bad easter eggs in new show
Peep Show cast to reunite for the first time in 10 years with Christmas Bake Off special
I’m a Celeb 2025 live: First look at late arrivals Vogue Williams and Tom Read Wilson’s jungle entrance
 
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