Politics
Ex-Starmer aide blames 'political perma-class' for slowing government action
A former No 10 strategist warns that a complex web of regulators and campaign groups distracts from voters' priorities. Experts say ministers already have the power to reform Whitehall.
Culture
13 Must-See TV Shows Coming in 2026: Bridgerton, Industry & More
Your ultimate guide to the biggest TV shows launching in 2026, from the return of Bridgerton and The Night Manager to new dramas like The Beauty. Plan your viewing now.
Sports
Darts World Championship 2026: Littler & Anderson Headline Epic Ally Pally Semis
Luke Littler faces Ryan Searle as Gary Anderson meets Gian van Veen in a blockbuster Alexandra Palace semi-final night. Get the lowdown on the 2026 PDC World Darts Championship's final four.
Business
Indoor Fireworks Spark Deadly Nightclub Blaze in Swiss Ski Resort
A New Year's Eve fire in a Swiss nightclub, likely caused by indoor sparklers, has killed at least 40 people. This tragedy highlights the repeated global danger of pyrotechnics in crowded venues.
Environment
Transport
Pensioner killed and carried a mile in Kent hit-and-run
An 89-year-old retired dentist was killed in a hit-and-run in Gillingham, Kent, and carried on the car for a mile. Two men have been charged. Read the family's tribute.
Grandfather, 89, killed in hit-and-run, dragged a mile
The family of Tom Wallace, 89, pay tribute after he was killed in a hit-and-run on the A289 in Gillingham. Two men have been charged. Read the full story.
Major London road closures for essential works in Jan 2026
Essential maintenance works across Westminster will cause significant road and lane closures on Regent Street, Shaftesbury Avenue, and other key routes in January 2026. Plan your journey.
Hate crimes surge on UK transport, victim shares story
A journalist recounts being racially abused on a London bus as new figures show a rise in hate crimes on British transport. Discover the impact and where to get support.
Morden crash injures two, driver arrested
A woman and man were hospitalised after a two-car collision on Central Road, Morden, in the early hours of New Year's Day. Police have arrested a 30-year-old man and are appealing for witnesses.