Met Commissioner calls for dramatic police reform
Met Police Commissioner Sir Mark Rowley brands the current policing model 'out of date' and calls for a dramatic overhaul, including reducing the 43 forces in England and Wales.
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Syrian Army Advances into Kurdish-Held North
Syrian government forces surge into Kurdish-held towns, breaking a stalled integration deal. The advance, defying US calls, deepens regional tensions and reshapes control of strategic oilfields and dams. Read the latest.
Trump buys $1m in Netflix and Warner Bros bonds
Donald Trump purchased over $1m in bonds from Netflix and Warner Bros Discovery just days after stating he would be 'involved' in their proposed $82.7bn merger. Explore the ethical and political implications.
Protesters Blinded by Federal 'Less-Lethal' Munitions
Two protesters were blinded after being shot in the face at close range by federal officers during a peaceful California vigil. Read the shocking details and official response.
South Korea's ex-president gets 5-year prison sentence
A Seoul court sentences former President Yoon Suk Yeol to five years for abusing power and blocking his arrest. The verdict precedes a major insurrection trial where prosecutors seek the death penalty. Read the full story.
Veterans Can Be Recalled for Service Until Age 65
New legislation will raise the age limit for recalling veterans to 65 from 2027, expanding Britain's strategic reserve amid growing threats. Learn the key details and implications.
Council tax discount for Armed Forces veterans approved
Hammersmith and Fulham Council will give veterans a 25% council tax discount from April 2026. Find out who is eligible and how the scheme compares to neighbouring boroughs.
Reservists could be called up for war at 65
The UK government plans to extend the call-up age for armed forces reservists from 55 to 65 and lower the threshold for mobilisation. Find out what this means for national defence.
Netflix Plans All-Cash Offer for Warner Bros Discovery
Netflix is reportedly switching to an all-cash offer to speed up its $83bn acquisition of Warner Bros Discovery, facing a rival bid from Paramount. The deal could reshape the streaming landscape.
Iran Crackdown: 400+ Eye Gunshot Injuries in One Hospital
Iranian doctors report a brutal crackdown on protests, with over 400 eye gunshot injuries in a single Tehran hospital. Tens of thousands protest in the largest anti-government movement since 2009. Read the full report.
Banijay and All3Media in Advanced Merger Talks
Peaky Blinders and The Traitors producers could merge, creating a European TV giant. Get the latest on the deal, potential impact, and key shows involved.
Ashurst partner gets £600k pay rise before PwC legal tie-up
Ashurst's senior partner, Karen Davies, receives a £600,000 salary increase as the firm prepares for its landmark merger with PwC's legal arm. Discover the financial details and strategic implications.
Paramount Skydance sues Warner Bros Discovery in takeover battle
Paramount Skydance has filed a lawsuit to force Warner Bros Discovery to disclose financial data in a hostile takeover battle involving Netflix. A deal would be one of the biggest media mergers in history.
Letterman calls CBS News a 'wreck' under new bosses
Former late-night host David Letterman has launched a scathing attack on CBS News, calling it a 'wreck' under its new leadership amid the Paramount-Skydance merger. Read his full comments and the fallout.
Defence budget cannot fund planned expansion, says military chief
The UK's planned defence expansion is underfunded, a top military official warns MPs. Read the full analysis of the budget constraints and strategic risks facing the armed forces.
Media Mega-Deals Pose Danger to Democracy, Hearing Warns
A US congressional hearing warns that both Netflix's $82.7bn and Paramount's $108bn bids for Warner Bros Discovery threaten free speech and democratic integrity through market power and political capitulation.
Iran Protests: Police Brutality Reported Amid Widespread Crackdown
Reports from Iran detail a severe police response to nationwide protests, with claims of live ammunition use. Internet blackouts hinder verification of human rights violations. Read the latest.
£200m for UK Forces Deployment to Ukraine
The UK government has earmarked £200 million to ready its armed forces for deployment to Ukraine as part of a multinational peacekeeping force, following a landmark agreement with France and Ukraine.
Fifth Venezuelan Oil Tanker Seized by US Forces
US naval forces have intercepted another Venezuela-linked oil tanker, the fifth such seizure. This action intensifies pressure on the Maduro regime's energy exports. Read the full report.
Rio Tinto and Glencore Restart $260bn Merger Talks
Mining giants Rio Tinto and Glencore confirm preliminary talks on a potential $260bn combination. Could a mega-merger reshape the global mining sector?
Met Police Vetting Scandal Exposes 131 Failed Checks
A damning review reveals 131 Met Police officers and staff committed crimes after flawed vetting. Dawn Butler MP demands urgent reforms, including a mandatory DNA database for all officers.
1,000 days of war leaves 30 million Sudanese needing aid
As Sudan's war hits 1,000 days, 30 million people rely on aid. Exclusive Sky News footage reveals the devastation in Al Fashir and evidence of foreign weapons fuelling the violence. Read the full report.
Rio Tinto and Glencore restart $260bn merger talks
Mining giants Rio Tinto and Glencore have resumed preliminary talks on a potential all-share merger that could create a $260bn global leader. Read the latest on the deal.
Rio Tinto and Glencore in £190bn Merger Talks
FTSE 100 miners Rio Tinto and Glencore are in preliminary talks over a potential £190bn merger, aiming to create the world's largest mining entity. Read the full story on the seismic shift in the global mining landscape.
Rio Tinto in $200bn Talks to Buy Glencore
Rio Tinto and Glencore confirm preliminary talks for a potential all-share merger, which could create a mining behemoth valued at over $200bn. Read the latest on this seismic deal.
Sudan: 1,000 Days of War Leaves 70% Needing Aid
After 1,000 days of brutal conflict, 30 million Sudanese require assistance. Exclusive Sky News reports reveal foreign weapon proliferation and the devastating capture of Al Fashir. Read the full investigation.
Glencore and Rio Tinto in World's Largest Mining Merger Talks
Glencore and Rio Tinto are in preliminary talks that could lead to an all-share merger, creating the world's largest mining firm. The deadline for a decision is 5 February 2026. Read the latest.
Glencore and Rio Tinto Restart Merger Negotiations
Mining giants Glencore and Rio Tinto have resumed talks on a potential mega-merger that could create the world's largest mining firm. The deal, driven by record commodity prices, faces a key deadline in February. Read the latest.
Sudan's 1,000-Day War: The Human Cost
As the Sudan conflict reaches 1,000 days, Sky News Daily explores the war's roots, the devastating human toll, and what the future holds. Listen to the podcast for expert analysis.
Aleppo Evacuations Ordered Amid Syria-Kurdish Clashes
Fierce fighting in Aleppo displaces 140,000 as Syrian army clashes with US-backed Kurdish forces, threatening a wider conflict. Read the latest on the escalating crisis.
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