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Action needed to tackle ‘genuine threat’ of abuse of politicians, report says

Action needed to tackle ‘genuine threat’ of abuse of politicians, report says

Action needed to tackle ‘genuine threat’ of abuse of politicians, report says

24 January 2024

Recommendations include the implementation of a central unit to address the abuse and intimidation of all elected politicians.


Storm Jocelyn blows in fresh disruption across much of the UK

Storm Jocelyn blows in fresh disruption across much of the UK

Storm Jocelyn blows in fresh disruption across much of the UK

24 January 2024

Rail services suspended in Scotland with roads closed due to high wind.


Sir Michael Palin backs blueprint to save UK’s churches

Sir Michael Palin backs blueprint to save UK’s churches

Sir Michael Palin backs blueprint to save UK’s churches

24 January 2024

The tackling National Churches Trust said the risk to church buildings is the single biggest heritage challenge facing the UK.


Michelle Visage tangos with Addams Family musical co-star in first look

Michelle Visage tangos with Addams Family musical co-star in first look

Michelle Visage tangos with Addams Family musical co-star in first look

24 January 2024

On Strictly Come Dancing in 2019, Visage danced a Foxtrot routine to The Addams Family theme.


Gary Glitter parole hearing takes place behind closed doors

Gary Glitter parole hearing takes place behind closed doors

Gary Glitter parole hearing takes place behind closed doors

24 January 2024

It came after the 79-year-old was accused by lawyers of showing a ‘total lack of remorse’ towards his victims.


MPs insist UK aid for at-risk women and girls must be reinstated

MPs insist UK aid for at-risk women and girls must be reinstated

MPs insist UK aid for at-risk women and girls must be reinstated

24 January 2024

The committee found budgets for sexual and reproductive health and rights projects were reduced or cancelled entirely, often without notice.


Trial of aristocrat and partner over baby death due to open

Trial of aristocrat and partner over baby death due to open

Trial of aristocrat and partner over baby death due to open

24 January 2024

Constance Marten, 36, and Mark Gordon, 49, face trial after baby Victoria was found dead on an allotment in Brighton, East Sussex, last March.


What the papers say – January 24

What the papers say – January 24

What the papers say – January 24

24 January 2024

The victims of last June’s stabbings in Nottingham dominate the front pages as their killer appears in court.


Barbie star Ryan Gosling addresses Margot Robbie and Greta Gerwig’s Oscars snubs

Barbie star Ryan Gosling addresses Margot Robbie and Greta Gerwig’s Oscars snubs

Barbie star Ryan Gosling addresses Margot Robbie and Greta Gerwig’s Oscars snubs

24 January 2024

The actor was nominated for his supporting role as Ken in the box office juggernaut.


MPs to debate UK military action against Houthis as Cameron heads to Middle East

MPs to debate UK military action against Houthis as Cameron heads to Middle East

MPs to debate UK military action against Houthis as Cameron heads to Middle East

24 January 2024

The Prime Minister resisted calls to allow for a Commons vote but MPs will be able to debate the action on Wednesday.


Tory infighting breaks out after former minister calls on Sunak to step down

Tory infighting breaks out after former minister calls on Sunak to step down

Tory infighting breaks out after former minister calls on Sunak to step down

24 January 2024

Former ministers urged colleagues to put their duty to the country ahead ‘tribalism’.


Regulator to report on potential Royal Mail reforms

Regulator to report on potential Royal Mail reforms

Regulator to report on potential Royal Mail reforms

24 January 2024

Ofcom is expected to publish a document outlining potential options for the future of the delivery company’s universal postal service on Wednesday.


‘Worst yet to come’ as Storm Jocelyn sees flights cancelled and trains suspended

‘Worst yet to come’ as Storm Jocelyn sees flights cancelled and trains suspended

‘Worst yet to come’ as Storm Jocelyn sees flights cancelled and trains suspended

23 January 2024

The severe weather caused major travel disruption and the storm is expected to be at its worst in the early hours of Wednesday.


Dog shot dead by police after man suffers ‘serious’ injuries

Dog shot dead by police after man suffers ‘serious’ injuries

Dog shot dead by police after man suffers ‘serious’ injuries

23 January 2024

Attempts will be made to establish the breed of the dog following the attack in Hamilton, South Lanarkshire.


Mark Ronson on Barbie Oscar nod: Margot Robbie put this whole thing together

Mark Ronson on Barbie Oscar nod: Margot Robbie put this whole thing together

Mark Ronson on Barbie Oscar nod: Margot Robbie put this whole thing together

23 January 2024

British record producer Ronson was named for consideration in the original song category for power ballad I’m Just Ken.


Man’s running challenge across Africa ‘hangs in the balance’ due to visa issues

Man’s running challenge across Africa ‘hangs in the balance’ due to visa issues

Man’s running challenge across Africa ‘hangs in the balance’ due to visa issues

23 January 2024

Russ Cook, who is running the length of Africa for charity, has said his journey could be cut short if he cannot sort his visa issue in time.


Sunak’s authority challenged as former minister calls for new leader

Sunak’s authority challenged as former minister calls for new leader

Sunak’s authority challenged as former minister calls for new leader

23 January 2024

Sir Simon Clarke, who served in the Treasury while Mr Sunak was chancellor, said ‘extinction is a very real possibility’ under the Prime Minister.


Female rowing trio raises more than £80,000 in record-breaking Atlantic race

Female rowing trio raises more than £80,000 in record-breaking Atlantic race

Female rowing trio raises more than £80,000 in record-breaking Atlantic race

23 January 2024

Hatty Carder, Bobbie Mellor and Katherine Antrobus, better known as the WaveBreakers, rowed for 40 days across the Atlantic ocean.


Hinkley Point C nuclear plant ‘could cost up to £35 billion’

Hinkley Point C nuclear plant ‘could cost up to £35 billion’

Hinkley Point C nuclear plant ‘could cost up to £35 billion’

23 January 2024

EDF is aiming for HPC to become a major source of decarbonised electricity supply for the UK, providing around 7% of national consumption.


Terrible things happen when we are polarised, Holocaust survivor says

Terrible things happen when we are polarised, Holocaust survivor says

Terrible things happen when we are polarised, Holocaust survivor says

23 January 2024

Joan Salter said the Hamas attack on October 7 has divided communities, just as it was intended to do.


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