Australia's federal parliament is being recalled early to debate new laws targeting 'hate preachers' and funding a national gun buyback. The move follows the Bondi beach attack, but the government rejects calls for an antisemitism royal commission.
The US has taken a decisive step to remove Venezuela's president, marking a major escalation in the long-running political and economic crisis. Discover the implications and global reactions.
Dozens of schools across Scotland and Wales are closed on Monday 5th January 2026 due to heavy snow and ice. Check the full list and latest Met Office warnings here.
Exclusive polling reveals strong public opposition to using public funds to rescue struggling football and rugby clubs. Discover the data and expert analysis on sports finance.
US forces capture Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro in Caracas. Acting President Delcy Rodríguez offers collaboration as Trump warns of further action. Latest updates.
The US-led capture of Venezuela's president signals a dangerous shift in global norms. World leaders' tepid response may embolden authoritarian regimes worldwide. Read the analysis.
A major power outage in Berlin leaves tens of thousands without heat or light in sub-zero temperatures. Officials blame left-wing extremists for the arson attack. Read the latest.
Analysis reveals how the EU's hardening stance on migration and rising far-right influence align with Trump's rhetoric, despite official denials. Explore the gap between Europe's inclusive ideals and its political reality.
An insider's account of how Podemos exploded from Spain's anti-austerity protests to disrupt its politics, before disillusion set in. Explore the journey of a political earthquake.
Venezuelan leader Nicolas Maduro is held in Brooklyn's Metropolitan Detention Center under tight security. His landmark New York court hearing is set for Monday. Follow the latest on this major diplomatic case.
Australia has formally questioned the US over potential breaches of international law in Venezuela. This bold diplomatic move signals a shift in global alliances and raises critical questions about sovereignty. Read the full analysis.
Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro captured by US special forces in a night raid. He faces narco-terrorism charges in New York. Analysis of the operation and its global consequences.
A detailed analysis of the 2026 political crisis triggered by Donald Trump's intervention in Venezuela, leading to the ousting of President Nicolás Maduro. Explore the geopolitical fallout.
President Trump calls on Venezuela's interim leader to meet US demands after military raid. Republicans backpedal as Democrats decry 'illegal' intervention. Latest from 4 January 2026.
Venezuela's President Nicolás Maduro was seized in a dramatic US operation and is now on trial in New York. We analyse the global fallout for the rules-based order.
Despite Nicolas Maduro's capture, opposition supporters in Venezuela remain off the streets. We analyse the climate of fear and the key figures absent from the country. Discover the cautious wait for what comes next.
Venezuelan leader Nicolas Maduro is held in a Brooklyn detention centre ahead of a landmark US court hearing. Follow the latest on this major diplomatic and legal spectacle.
The Australian government calls on the US to detail the operation to capture Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro, stressing the importance of international law. Read the latest developments.
The Resolution Foundation warns of a 'zombie apocalypse' for low-productivity UK firms in 2026, with rising unemployment and a 'growth crawl' in disposable income. Read the full analysis.
Russia accuses Kyiv of a major escalation in drone warfare, with attacks deep into its territory. Read the latest on the conflict's evolving dynamics.
European nations are urgently boosting defence budgets, driven by the Ukraine war and a potential Trump return. Discover the key trends reshaping the continent's security strategy.
A new survey reveals Brits' top 2026 money goals: boosting savings, paying off debt, and engaging with pensions. Discover the key trends shaping personal finance this year.
Protests erupted across Australia condemning the US military's removal of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro. Three were arrested in Sydney under new anti-protest laws. Read the latest.
Danish PM Mette Frederiksen strongly urges Donald Trump to cease threats of annexing Greenland, calling the idea senseless and disrespectful. Read the latest diplomatic row.
Victorian deputy Liberal leader Sam Groth announces he will not contest the state election, citing internal party divisions and a defamation fight with News Corp. Read the full story.
Charlotte Niddam, 15, from a Hertfordshire school, identified as a victim of the Crans-Montana inferno. Police name all 40 victims as national mourning is declared.
UK Border Force officers can now seize mobile phones from migrants arriving in small boats. The new law also targets smugglers' supply chains with severe prison sentences. Read the latest on the Channel crossing crackdown.
New Home Office powers allow Border Force to seize phones and search mouths at Manston processing centre. Campaigners call it 'inhumane' and question its legality.
Following a dramatic US military operation in Caracas, Venezuelans face an uncertain future. Read eyewitness accounts of fear, anger, and the tense calm gripping the capital.
US Governor Kristi Noem urges TPS for Venezuelans, citing 'failed socialist state'. UK analysts weigh impact on global refugee policy and political rhetoric. Read the full analysis.