Matt Kwasniewski-Kelvin, founding guitarist of acclaimed London rock band Black Midi, has died at 26 after a long struggle with mental health. The band's label Rough Trade confirmed the tragic news.
Matt Kwasniewski-Kelvin, guitarist for acclaimed experimental rock band Black Midi, has died aged 26 after a long struggle with his mental health. Our thoughts are with his family.
Calls grow for reform of London's emergency cold-weather system as rough sleepers are left exposed during Storm Goretti. Charities demand year-round shelter provision.
Sadiq Khan vows to end rough sleeping by 2030 as new figures reveal a 63% rise over 10 years. The Mayor points to prevention and new 'Ending Homelessness hubs' as solutions.
EU member states approve historic Mercosur trade deal with Latin America, ending 25 years of talks. The agreement triggers immediate protests from farmers across Europe over fears for local agriculture.
Thousands of French farmers converged on Paris to protest the EU-Mercosur trade agreement, citing threats to their livelihoods and unfair competition. See the full report.
A Manchester charity says two homeless men were refused entry to a Holiday Inn despite rooms being paid for, as an amber cold weather alert warned of increased deaths.
Atlanta Hawks trade franchise star Trae Young to the Washington Wizards for CJ McCollum and Corey Kispert, reshaping both teams' futures. Full details inside.
As Storm Goretti brings heavy snow and an Arctic blast, London's emergency cold weather shelter protocol is deactivated. Here's how you can help vulnerable rough sleepers survive the freeze.
A waste firm has apologised after its staff were filmed disposing of a rough sleeper's belongings in Dover. The council has launched an investigation. Read the full story.
London councils deactivated severe weather shelter for rough sleepers as a -9°C arctic blast hit. Charities brand the move 'life-threatening' amid snow and ice warnings.
A look back at Harry Griffin's first Guardian Country Diary from 1951, detailing how Rough Fell ewes in Westmorland dug snow holes for shelter during harsh winter weather. Discover timeless farming resilience.
London's Severe Weather Emergency Protocol is now active, providing emergency shelter for rough sleepers as temperatures plunge below freezing. The Mayor urges public to use StreetLink to connect vulnerable people with support.
China has announced a 55% tariff on Australian beef imports exceeding quotas, a move that has angered producers and threatens a major trade relationship. Explore the details and implications.
For the fifth consecutive year, mum-of-two Kar will volunteer her New Year's Eve at a Crisis shelter in London. Discover her inspiring story and the impact on guests like Eddie.
King Charles III and Prince William are set for a major US visit in 2026 to revitalise post-Brexit trade talks. Discover the strategic goals and diplomatic significance of this royal mission.
Paul Straffon, 47, is forced to sleep in a Wimbledon shopping centre doorway this Christmas. His story highlights London's homelessness crisis, with over 13,000 rough sleepers last year.
The British Chambers of Commerce urges Keir Starmer to reset EU ties as a 'strategic necessity', revealing over half of exporters struggle with the current Brexit agreement. Read the full report.
A Westminster charity is providing warmth and safety for 50 homeless people this festive season, funded by a £700,000 council grant. Discover the personal stories behind the statistics.
China imposes provisional tariffs of up to 42.7% on EU dairy products, a move seen as retaliation for EU electric vehicle duties. The decision impacts major brands and trade relations.
Camden Council introduces personal 'passports' for homeless individuals to prevent re-traumatisation. The scheme launches as rough sleeping in the borough surges by 26% this year.
Andrea Egan, expelled from Labour in 2022, wins Unison leadership. Her victory could see the union, a major Labour donor, scale back funding and reconsider its affiliation with Starmer's party.
New UK-US medicines agreement aims to boost NHS access to innovative drugs, but critics warn of eroded sovereignty in wider trade pacts with Trump. Explore the debate.
President Trump attacks murdered Hollywood icon Rob Reiner online, causing bipartisan outrage. Plus, a UK-US trade deal stalls and a terror plot is foiled. Listen to the full Sky News podcast.
The FBI has charged members of the Turtle Island Liberation Front over a foiled bomb plot. Meanwhile, President Trump sparks outrage with comments following a director's murder, and a UK-US trade deal stalls.
The UK and South Korea have signed an upgraded trade agreement, set to inject an extra £400m annually into the British economy. The deal focuses on cars, Scottish salmon, and Guinness. Read the full details.
A landmark £31bn tech investment deal between the US and UK is frozen, with Washington citing stalled progress on trade barriers. Discover the implications for AI and transatlantic relations.
Unite, Labour's largest union backer, is reportedly considering a formal split from the party, marking a historic fracture and posing a severe challenge to Keir Starmer's leadership. Read the full story.
A man has been sentenced to 14 months in prison for attempting to smuggle endangered jewelled geckos out of New Zealand in an undercover sting operation. Read the full story.
A woman on Interpol's most wanted list has been arrested in India for smuggling tiger body parts. Read the full story on the international crackdown.