Politics
New Year Honours 2025: Idris Elba Knighted, Lionesses and Torvill & Dean Honoured
The 2025 New Year Honours list recognises 1,157 people, including Sir Idris Elba, England's Lionesses, and ice legends Torvill and Dean. Discover the standout names from sports, arts, and community service.
Culture
Chappell Roan retracts Bardot tribute after learning star's 'insane' views
US popstar Chappell Roan hastily withdrew a tribute to Brigitte Bardot after fans alerted her to the late actress's history of homophobic and racist remarks. Read the full story.
Sports
Anthony Joshua's two friends killed in Lagos crash hours after joyful Instagram post
Boxer Anthony Joshua survives a devastating car crash in Lagos that killed two close friends and team members, Latif 'Latz' Ayodele and Sina Ghami. Tributes pour in from the boxing world.
Business
UK Ceramics Industry Pleads for Aid to Save 20,000 Jobs and National Heritage
Unions and the Green Alliance warn the UK's historic ceramics sector, supporting 20,000 jobs, is at a critical point due to high energy costs and imports. Urgent government action is demanded to prevent its collapse.
Environment
Transport
Manhunt after fatal hit-and-run in Gillingham
Police are searching for two men after a pedestrian was killed in a hit-and-run on the A289 in Gillingham, Kent. Witnesses say the victim was carried on the car's bonnet.
Mexico Train Derailment Kills 14 in Oaxaca
A passenger train derailment in Mexico's Oaxaca state has left at least 14 dead and 43 injured. Rescue efforts continue as authorities investigate the cause of the tragic accident.
UK's Longest Direct Train Journey is 500 Miles
The Caledonian Sleeper is now the UK's longest direct rail route, taking over 12 hours from London to Fort William. Discover the scenic overnight journey.
London's 2026 Transport Overhaul: Key Changes
From tube fare hikes and self-driving taxis to Oxford Street pedestrianisation, discover all the major changes coming to London's transport network in 2026. Stay informed.
London Bridge near miss: Train almost hits rail workers
A terrifying photo reveals a near miss at London Bridge where a train came within 60 metres of two track workers. Read the RAIB investigation findings.