Politics
Kim Jong Un Hails 'Invincible Alliance' with Russia in New Year's Speech
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un praised his troops fighting in Ukraine, calling the alliance with Russia 'invincible'. Read the latest on the deepening military pact and its grim realities.
Culture
Googoosh Memoir: The Untold Story of Iran's Silenced Icon
The legendary Iranian singer Googoosh breaks her silence in a new memoir, detailing her rise to fame, the 1979 revolution's brutal crackdown, and her triumphant return. Discover the story of a cultural icon.
Sports
Sadio Mane Reveals Why He Snubbed Man Utd for Liverpool Legend Status
Sadio Mane explains his pivotal decision to reject Louis van Gaal's Manchester United for Jurgen Klopp's Liverpool, where he became a club legend. Discover the phone calls that changed his career.
Business
Europe's Tech Lag: How Fragmented Rules and Defence Cuts Threaten Economic Future
Nouriel Roubini argues Europe's existential crisis is economic and technological, not cultural. US GDP grew 87% vs EU's 13.5% since 2008. Can reforms save the continent?
Environment
Transport
New Year's Day Tube closures and bus diversions in London
Plan your New Year's Day journeys in London with key Tube lines closed, bus diversions for the parade, and special service schedules across TfL networks. Check all the essential travel updates here.
New York City Retires MetroCard After 30 Years
New York City's iconic MetroCard has been officially retired, replaced by the OMNY contactless payment system. Discover the history and what this means for millions of daily commuters.
New Year's rail chaos after 200m of cables stolen
Thieves stole 200m of signalling cables in South Yorkshire, causing major train delays and cancellations for New Year's travellers. Full details on the disruption and impact.
Tractor hits two women in Helmsley, one airlifted
A woman was airlifted to hospital after being trapped by a tractor in Helmsley, North Yorkshire. The incident occurred on Bridge Street. Read the latest updates.
Medical emergency on West London train leads to death
A person has died after being taken to hospital following a medical emergency on a train at Northolt Park Station in West London. Police confirm the incident is not suspicious.