Worker dies in freezing conditions at Cortina Olympic site
A 55-year-old security guard has died during a freezing shift at a construction site near a 2026 Milano Cortina Winter Olympic venue. Italy's minister demands a full investigation.
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10 Stylish Winter Hacks for Cold UK Weather
Master the art of winter dressing with 10 expert fashion updates. From hidden thermal layers to touchscreen gloves, stay stylish and snug as temperatures drop.
Kyiv battles winter blackout after major Russian missile attack
Emergency crews in Kyiv set up warming tents after Russian attacks left thousands without power and heating. The UN Security Council will hold an emergency meeting on Monday. Read the latest from day 1,418 of the war.
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.
Thousands flee Colombia-Venezuela border clashes
More than 2,000 displaced people have arrived in Cúcuta, Colombia, fleeing violence between ELN and FARC dissidents in the volatile Catatumbo region. Read the full report.
Russian attacks leave Ukrainian region without water and heat
Russian strikes on energy infrastructure have left over a million people in Ukraine's Dnipropetrovsk region without water and heat. Authorities warn of worsening conditions as winter sets in.
Nordic experts reveal how to dress for UK cold snap
As the UK shivers in an Arctic blast, Nordic residents share their essential layering tips and winter wisdom. Learn how to stay warm and why 'there's no bad weather, only bad clothing'.
Gaza tents fail in winter storms, aid quality questioned
A major assessment reveals tents from China, Egypt and Saudi Arabia are inadequate for Gaza's winter, leaving thousands exposed. Discover the findings and the ongoing humanitarian crisis.
Gaza Winter Crisis Deepens as Israel Bans Aid Groups
As freezing winter grips Gaza, children die of hypothermia and flooding. Israel's ban on 37 NGOs, including Oxfam and MSF, worsens a catastrophic humanitarian crisis. The world must act now.
US $2bn Aid Demands UN 'Adapt or Die', Excludes Yemen
The US pledges $2bn in aid but demands the UN 'adapt, shrink or die'. Experts fear it forces the UN to bow to Washington's political priorities, excluding crises in Afghanistan and Yemen. Read the full analysis.
Israel's dual-use rules block aid but allow commercial sales in Gaza
Exclusive report reveals Israel allows traders to bring generators and tent poles into Gaza, items barred for humanitarian aid organisations, creating a two-tier system amid a deepening crisis.
Top Puffer Coats for Britain's Unpredictable Winter
Discover the best puffer coats from M&S, Uniqlo, adidas & more to conquer the UK's cold, wet weather. Stay warm, dry, and stylish this winter.
Israel bans 37 Gaza aid agencies, risking catastrophe
Israel orders 37 NGOs to cease Gaza operations, threatening vital services. Experts warn of 'catastrophic' consequences for humanitarian crisis. Read the full analysis.
Israel bans aid groups from Gaza as nations warn of crisis
Israel will suspend dozens of aid organisations in Gaza for non-compliance with new rules. Ten nations warn of a 'catastrophic' humanitarian situation as winter storms worsen conditions.
Judge halts end of protected status for South Sudanese migrants
A US federal judge has halted the termination of Temporary Protected Status for hundreds of South Sudanese nationals, citing the country's ongoing humanitarian crises. Read the full legal challenge details.
Winter Olympics 2026: UK Guide to Dates & How to Watch
The 2026 Winter Olympics in Italy begin on February 6. Here is the full schedule, how to watch on BBC and Discovery+ in the UK, and Team GB's medal hopes.
Gaza's harsh winter exposes humanitarian crisis
As the 40 coldest days, Al-Arba'iniya, begin, a Gaza City resident describes life without shelter, heat or power. With over a million in shelters, winter rain brings collapse and death.
US pledges $2bn in new UN humanitarian aid model
The US commits $2bn to a new UN humanitarian aid mechanism for 17 countries, but Gaza and Yemen are excluded. The move follows major aid cuts and a global funding crisis.
Global News in Pictures: 2024's Defining Moments
A visual journey through 2024's pivotal events, from war and protest to resilience and natural wonder, as captured by the world's leading photojournalists.
Gaza's Harsh Reality: 406 Killed Under US-Backed Ceasefire
Exclusive report from Gaza reveals the devastating human cost of the ongoing conflict, with over 400 killed since October despite a ceasefire. Reconstruction remains blocked as borders shift daily.
Gaza's Ceasefire Illusion: Endless Wait for Peace
A Palestinian writer describes life under a nominal ceasefire, where families survive in makeshift tents along Al-Rashid Street as attacks continue. Read her powerful account of hope and survival.
Mozambique insurgency displaces hundreds of thousands
A surging Islamic State-linked insurgency in northern Mozambique has forced over 300,000 to flee since July. With foreign aid dwindling, civilians face a deepening humanitarian crisis.
Sudanese volunteers risk death to deliver aid in war zone
Amid the world's worst humanitarian crisis, Sudan's Emergency Response Rooms, a network of 26,000 volunteers, secretly deliver life-saving aid. They face torture and death to help millions facing famine.
Sweden and Germany slash aid budgets, hitting Africa
European nations, including Sweden and Germany, are redirecting aid to Ukraine and defence, causing severe cuts to health and hunger programmes in vulnerable African countries like Mozambique. Read the full analysis.
US seizes second tanker as Brazil warns over Venezuela
The US has seized another oil tanker near Venezuela, prompting a stark warning from Brazil's President Lula against armed intervention. Read the latest on the escalating crisis.
US seizes second Venezuela tanker, Brazil issues warning
The US has seized another sanctioned oil tanker near Venezuela, prompting a stark warning from Brazil's President Lula against armed intervention. Read the latest on the escalating crisis.
Five Palestinians killed in Israeli strike on Gaza school
A five-month-old baby was among five Palestinians killed by Israeli forces at a school shelter in Gaza City, raising the post-ceasefire death toll to 400. Read the latest on the fragile truce.
Readers' Top 10 UK Winter Activities and Walks
Discover the UK's best winter activities, from starling murmurations in Cambridgeshire to dark sky gazing in Northumberland. Readers share their favourite crisp-day walks and seasonal adventures.
Gaza woman's two-year search for safety and home
Nour AbuShammala's story of six displacements, injury, and devastation in Gaza over two years of war. A powerful account of survival and the struggle to rebuild.
Sudan drone strike kills 50 at nursery
At least 50 people, including 33 children, killed in a paramilitary drone attack on a nursery in South Kordofan. Humanitarian groups report further strikes on paramedics and civilians.
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