Starmer criticised for activist's 'extremist' posts

Prime Minister Keir Starmer is under fire for celebrating the return of British-Egyptian activist Alaa Abd El-Fattah from Egypt, following revelations of his past social media posts. Critics condemn the 'endorsement'. Read the full story.

Torvill & Dean to receive knighthood and damehood

Olympic legends Jayne Torvill and Christopher Dean are reportedly set to be knighted and made a dame in the King's New Year Honours, nearly 50 years after their iconic gold medal win. Read the full story.

Kosovo holds snap election amid political crisis

Kosovo votes in a snap parliamentary election to resolve a political crisis. PM Albin Kurti's party seeks a majority as the nation faces economic and diplomatic challenges. Read the latest.

Adam Peaty's wedding marred by family feud text

Olympic swimmer Adam Peaty's wedding to Holly Ramsay was overshadowed by a family rift, with his mother claiming she was 'banned' and receiving a heartbreaking text. Read the full story.

Could We Defend Earth If 3I/ATLAS Was Aliens?

Harvard astrophysicist Avi Loeb warns Earth is unprepared for an alien encounter as interstellar comet 3I/ATLAS passes by. Explore our planetary defence options and the chilling reality of a potential threat from the stars.

Low turnout for Tommy Robinson's London carol service

Far-right figure Tommy Robinson's Christmas carol event in Whitehall attracted a fraction of his previous rally's crowd, as UK churches grapple with how to respond to his claimed Christian conversion. Explore the deepening divide.

German Army Launches Major Recruitment Campaign

Facing a new era of threats, Germany's Bundeswehr launches its biggest recruitment drive in decades, aiming to add 80,000 troops. New rules require young men to declare service readiness.

Minns Considers Arming Jewish Security After Bondi

NSW Premier Chris Minns reveals his government is actively considering arming the Community Security Group following the Bondi terror attack, as police prepare to carry long-arm rifles at Sydney's NYE event.

Man charged for Nazi tattoos at NSW beach

A 36-year-old man faces charges after allegedly displaying white supremacist and Nazi SS tattoos at Bar Beach in Newcastle on Christmas Eve. Read the full report.

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