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The European Commission proves its critics right by fining Elon Musk’s social platform. | World News
Trump takes limelight as Kennedy Center honors artists
US President Donald Trump took center stage on Sunday as host of the storied Kennedy Center’s flagship awards program, praising select entertainers and his own forceful overhaul of the storied
How many Syrians have returned home one year since the fall of al-Assad?
One year after al-Assad’s fall, nearly 1.8 million displaced Syrians and 780,000 refugees have returned home.
Trump repeats ‘solved 8 wars’ claim as Thailand breaches ceasefire with Cambodia
Thailand’s strikes also comes after ceasefire in July and a peace deal in October which was brokered during US President Donald Trump’s Asia tour. | World News
Japan Protests After Chinese J-15 Figthers Lock Radar on JASDF Jets Near Okinawa
The Japanese Defense Ministry has announced that Chinese J-15 fighter aircraft took off from China’s Liaoning aircraft carrier near the southern island of Okinawa and intermittently locked its radar onto Japan’s Air Self-Defense Force fighter jets twice on December 6.
Zelenskyy heads to London for more Ukraine peace talks. Here’s what to know
The talks signal fresh support from European allies. But they follow stalled U.S. negotiations in Miami and comments from President Trump’s son suggesting Washington is ready to pull back.
Evacuation orders issued in Japan after powerful earthquake triggers tsunami warning
A powerful magnitude-7.6 earthquake struck off Japan’s northeastern coast on Monday, triggering evacuation orders and a tsunami warning for parts of the coastline.
Thailand launches airstrikes on Cambodia as Trump’s peace agreement hangs in balance
Thailand launched air strikes against Cambodia on Monday as a new wave of fighting erupted between the southeast Asian neighbors, marking the potential collapse of a peace plan presided over by US President Donald Trump just two months ago.
Japan PM vows ‘resolute’ response after Chinese aircraft accused of locking radar on to Japanese fighter jets
China’s ambassador summoned over alleged weekend incident that saw Chinese J-15 fighter aircraft twice train their radar on Japanese F-15s
Thailand launches airstrikes along disputed border with Cambodia as tensions flare
Escalation follows killing of Thai soldier and four Cambodian civilians weeks after Trump-brokered ceasefire
The top photos of the day by AP’s photojournalists
From front-page news to powerful moments you may have missed, this gallery showcases today’s top photos chosen by Associated Press photo editors.
Putin Wanted AI Supremacy. Now Russia Is Struggling to Stay in the Race.
Moscow finds itself even more dependent on China as war and sanctions curb artificial-intelligence efforts. | World News
Biggest ‘superflu’ wave ever hitting London, warn NHS chiefs
They stressed there is ‘no peak yet in sight’ as the virus sweeps through the capital
TRUMP LIVE: Trump Drops Shocking Christmas 2025 Announcement – Americans React
TRUMP LIVE: Trump Drops Shocking Christmas 2025 Announcement – Americans React | US NEWS LIVETrump’s Address LIVE: What President Trump Announced Ahead of Ch…
Reaction outside court as Manchester grooming gang leaders sentenced and jailed
Chief Inspector Ian Partington will give a statement after Imtiaz Ali and Manzorr Hussain are sentenced for of grooming five teenage girls for sex. Ali, 53, …
St Thomas’s Place, Hackney, E9
This is a long straight passage that is lined with decorative houses on one side, overlooking a former graveyard and blocks of 1930s council housing.
Rapper Ghetts guilty of killing man in hit-and-run crash in London
Ghetts is in custody and likely to face several years in jail after his guilty pleas
All the allegations against Nigel Farage as police probe Clacton expenses
Claims Farage exceeded the legal spending limit while fighting his Clacton seat are the latest in a string of allegations made against the Reform UK leader
Mayor of London granted permission to use historic coat of arms
The coat of arms, once a familiar emblem across the capital, was originally granted to the GLC in 1966
LIVE updates as south London trains shut after ’emergency’ near Wimbledon
Emergency services are dealing with an incident near the railway in Wimbledon. Follow our blog for updates.
New ‘Michelin guide for Guinness’ is missing some big names in London
Guinness has published its inaugural Harp Guide, a list of pubs in the UK that the brewer says pour the best pint.
Drought hit areas begin to recover after surge in rainfall, officials say
The Midlands has now moved out of drought status and into recovery.
Growing concern as new mpox strain detected in England
The UK Health Security Agency announced the discovery
Intermission Youth Theatre
Intermission Youth Theatre are back with another remixed Shakespeare, and for the first time, this year’s reimagined classic will be directed by one of their ow
Chinese Navy base 3D imaged to 50cm resolution in single satellite pass — US spatial intelligence firm boasts accurate high-res 3D terrain map took just 10 hours to create
US spatial intelligence firm shows off its capabilities by providing high-quality images of a Chinese naval base on Hainan Island.
Fraudster escaped prison by sending fake email and hiding in loft
He was assisted by accomplices in London
World’s first all-AI reality TV show with virtual contestants launches today
The AI-powered series Non Player Combat features AI-generated contestants who will fight each other to the death
Rapper Ghetts pleads guilty to fatal hit-and-run
Ghetts, whose real name is Justin Clarke-Samuel, is set to be sentenced at the Old Bailey in February.
Hither Green student stabbed ‘germaphobe’ girlfriend after she feared contracting STD
An American student at a London university has been convicted of fatally stabbing a sexual partner, before returning to his flat to call 999.
‘Loyal’ Charlton Athletic fan who died at match named and pictured
A loyal Charlton Athletic fan who died after falling ill at a match over the weekend has been named and pictured.
New tutoring centre set to open in Harold Hill after plans approved
A new tuition centre could open in Petersfield Avenue, Harold Hill after plans were given the green light.
Condemnation as Israel raids UNRWA HQ in East Jerusalem, removes UN flag
The agency’s commissioner-general condemns raid as a direct violation of international law.
Trump says he’ll sign executive order blocking state AI regulations, despite safety fears
President Donald Trump confirmed on Monday he plans to sign an executive order preempting artificial intelligence regulations at the state level with his more hands-off federal policy.
Guinness opening £73m London brewery venue this week
The Guinness business said it will make four permanent beers from the site in Covent Garden but this will not include the famous Irish stout.
Royal Ulster Winter Fair cattle classes cancelled over bluetongue disease
The decision was described as having been taken because of the ongoing risk and uncertainty regarding bluetongue in Northern Ireland.
Three-Michelin-Star Fries Are Coming to London
If you’ve spent any time in the Netherlands or Belgium, you might already know Frites Atelier – now it’s coming to London
‘Hideous’ borough named least happy place to live in London in 2025
The least happy – yes, technically the saddest – place to live in London has been named after some tough number crunching.
London Tube fares set to rise by 5.8% next year while train tickets are frozen
London Underground Tube fares are set to increase by 5.8% in March after confirmation from the City Hall and Sadiq Khan.
Wembley man arrested after reports of anti-social behaviour at tube station
A man from Wembley has been arrested after an incident at Queen’s Park Underground station in Kilburn.
Thousands flock to reopening of historic town hall after eight year closure
Around 5,000 people turned out as Historic Hornsey Town Hall reopened to the public on Saturday with comedy, art, music and a grand Christmas tree…
Trains in chaos as services disrupted from London due to emergency
A number of train services from London to Surrey have been disrupted.
Volodymyr Zelensky due to meet European leaders for high-level Ukraine talks
Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelensky is meeting key European leaders in London on Monday, as Ukraine’s allies plan their response to an ongoing US push for…
Major disruption near Wimbledon station ‘to last all day’ due to incident
An emergency services incident near Wimbledon is causing major disruption to several train services.
Macron and Merz Depart After High-Level Talks in London
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy meets French President Emmanuel Macron, British Prime Minister Keir Starmer and German leader Friedrich Merz in Londo…
Zelenskiy Departs 10 Downing Street Following Crucial Peace Talks With European Leaders
LONDON – Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy departs 10 Downing Street after high-level talks with British Prime Minister Keir Starmer, French President …
American man knifed woman in face after she asked him to get tested for STIs
Zhe Wang had repeatedly asked Joshua Michals to get himself tested
England captain to return to action for first time since Euros final
Arsenal defender Leah Williamson is to return to action for the first time since the Euro 2025 final following a four-month absence with a knee injury.
Little-known Wetherspoon pub rules to know for Christmas
Wetherspoon is a popular pub chain across the whole of the UK – but were you aware of these rules?
Zelensky tells of split with US on Trump plan to hand Putin swathes of east Ukraine
Sir Keir Starmer to welcome Ukraine’s president to Downing Street to discuss peace plans with France and Germany leaders Emmanuel Macron and Friedrich Merz








