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John Major ‘shouted at’ by Irish justice minister in Troubles-era meeting
Minister Padraig Flynn was exercised by a range of security issues.
Heavy Labour losses in May could decide Starmer’s future – expert
Gains in London councils such as Westminster or Barnet could help shore up Kemi Badenoch’s position as Conservative leader, an expert said.
Used pyjamas and rotten fruit among most disappointing Christmas gifts – survey
A third of people have kept unwanted gifts and will use them, according to research for Which?
Diana’s team devoted time to ‘upstaging’ Charles, Irish officials told
The King paid a two-day visit to Ireland while Prince of Wales in June 1995.
Christy Moore interrogation in UK questioned by Irish officials in 2004
The singer-songwriter said he was stopped by officers and detained for more than two hours after he got off a ferry.
Children received inflation-busting pocket money pay rises in 2025, figures show
Figures from money app GoHenry indicate that not all regions saw pocket money payments increased during the year.
White House did not want photo of Clinton shaking Adams’ hand during 1995 visit
The then US president visited Northern Ireland before travelling to Dublin in 1995.
British officials feared ‘top man’ in Northern Bank robbery would avoid arrest
Downing Street chief of staff at the time, Jonathan Powell, said the robbery ‘had knocked up the price’ of peace negotiations.
Swinney ‘duping’ supporters into thinking he can win majority, says Anas Sarwar
The First Minister has made an SNP majority his target for a referendum on independence.
Manchester United: Roy Keane reveals what Ruben Amorim 'must' do as tactics tweak yields 'ugly' win
‘Ugly’ defeat of Newcastle could be turning point for Red Devils’ campaign
Manchester United: Ruben Amorim reveals 'need to suffer' as new injury headache confirmed
Midfielder was replaced at half-time as a precaution
EastEnders characters accuse Chrissie Watts of Christmas Day killing
EastEnders is available on BBC iPlayer.
Thomas Frank compares Lucas Bergvall to Liverpool star as Tottenham future mapped out
Teenage star is growing into a valuable, versatile asset for Spurs
Chelsea: Enzo Maresca names the two best players he has coached as Premier League winner picked
Blues boss has two clubs under his managerial belt so far
Suspect detained after triple knife attack on Paris metro
Three women were injured in stabbings across central Paris before police arrested a man in his mid-20s.
Jack Draper to miss Australian Open as injury recovery setback revealed
British No1 has played just one singles match since Wimbledon
Manchester United 1-0 Newcastle: Patrick Dorgu stunner seals crucial three points as Magpies frustrated
Dane sealed win with his first Premier League goal for the club as Geordies beaten away again
AFCON 2025: Fixtures, schedule, results, group tables and how to watch
Hosts Morocco are favourites to dethrone Ivory Coast, with Egypt, Senegal, Nigeria and Algeria also in contention
Manchester United vs Newcastle LIVE: Premier League result, latest updates and reaction after hosts edge narrow win
Red Devils dig in for gritty home win
Antiques dealer missing after Christmas Day swim ‘is deeply loved’
Matthew Upham, 63, is unaccounted for after a rescue operation was launched in the Devon seaside town of Budleigh Salterton
MPs should ‘question consciences’ on using X, says campaigner sanctioned by US
Imran Ahmed said the influence of big tech firms, including Mr Musk’s platform, was behind the bid to remove him from the US.
Man fighting for life after Christmas Day shooting in Sheffield
Four men – aged 20, 22, 28 and 29 – were all arrested on suspicion of attempted murder and remain in custody.
Tributes paid to one of two men missing after Christmas Day swim
The family of Matthew Upham said he was ‘deeply loved and forever missed’.
Wham! and Michael Buble top final UK music charts of 2025
Chris Rea’s Driving Home For Christmas re-entered the top 10 this week.
British campaigner says tech firms behind bid to deport him from US
Senior State Department figures accused Imran Ahmed of seeking to ‘censor’ social media platforms such as Elon Musk’s X.
‘Really positive start’ for Boxing Day shopping as footfall up at retail parks
December 26 traditionally sees people bargain hunting in the Boxing Day sales.
Perry Bamonte, longtime guitarist of The Cure, dies aged 65
The post-punk band confirmed the death of their guitarist and keyboard player following a short illness over Christmas.
Nigeria XI vs Tunisia: Confirmed team news, predicted lineup, injury latest for AFCON
Eric Chelle considering a big selection for Nigeria’s second game at the Africa Cup of Nations
Boxing Day hunts vow to ‘fight’ trail ban as Starmer warned over rural backlash
The Countryside Alliance pressure group said the Government had ‘alienated rural people’.
Hugo Broos reveals Mohamed Salah reaction to 'ridiculous penalty' after South Africa lose AFCON clash
The South Africa boss cut a frustrated figure following a controversial AFCON clash in Agadir
Three missing and one in hospital after Boxing Day blaze
An emergency response is under way in Brimscombe Hill near Stroud following a house fire shortly after 3am on Boxing Day
King’s Christmas message tops UK TV ratings
Nearly 7 million viewers tuned in across multiple channels as King Charles used his address to praise community and shared values.
Egypt vs South Africa LIVE: AFCON result, latest updates and reaction after Mohamed Salah penalty
Seven-time winners are beat Bafana Bafana in a heavyweight Group B showdown
Egypt 1-0 South Africa: Mohamed Salah penalty sends Pharaohs through to AFCON knockout stage
A tale of two penalties as ten-man Egypt hold on to beat South Africa in heavyweight AFCON showdown
Arne Slot issues Liverpool rallying cry as Alexander Isak injury compounds selection headache
Reds will be without club-record striker for months due to broken leg
Which London Underground and Overground stations and lines are closed this weekend?
Here’s the disruptions to be aware of this weekend:
Brooklyn and the Beckhams trade subtle jabs over Christmas
David and Victoria appeared to send a pointed message on Boxing Day, while Brooklyn shared his own cryptic posts from the US as the rift shows no sign of easing
Girls Aloud singer Nicola Roberts announces she is pregnant with first child
The popstar, 40, has revealed she is five months pregnant and due to give birth in spring
At least 14 hurt in horror mass stabbing at Japanese factory
Authorities have detained a 38-year-old man after six were seriously hurt in an attack involving a knife and a spray-like liquid
UK teacher referred to counter-terrorism programme after showing Trump videos to politics class
Oxfordshire lecturer accused of causing students 'emotional harm' and forced to resign from £44,000-a-year post
DVLA reveals banned number plates for 2026 as motorists urged to check registrations
New 26 and 76 number plates will be issued next year, but hundreds of combinations have been removed by the DVLA
Man dies after fire at block of flats in east London just days before Christmas
Firefighters tackled the blaze on Darndale Close, Walthamstow at 7am
Adam Peaty's mum won't attend Bath wedding after family convince her to stay away
Olympian's mum backs down from plan to watch from street as Holly Ramsay and family head to Bath venue
Man City XI vs Nottingham Forest: Confirmed team news, predicted lineup and injury latest for Premier League
Pep Guardiola’s side start key run of games in title fight with Arsenal
Coastguard search for swimmers missing at sea called off
Two men, aged in their 40s and 60s, were not located during the extensive searches and remain missing.
In Pictures: It’s now or never for Boxing Day dip enthusiasts
Swimmers up and down the country took to the water for an annual tradition.
Tragedy as body of missing student, 19, is found on Christmas Day
Tom Dingle was last on CCTV in the village of Appley Bridge heading towards a pub
The Traitors season 4 schedule confirmed as new contestants prepare for betrayal and intrigue
Fans won’t have long to wait as The Traitors returns for a fourth season, bringing more deception, alliances and dramatic eliminations.
Arsenal injury update: Gabriel, Kai Havertz, Gabriel Martinelli latest news and return dates
Mixed news for Gunners ahead of key run in title race after Christmas
Shocking moment young thugs brawl at Winter Wonderland before Taser-wielding cops intervene
Trouble flares at Europe’s most complained-about festive attraction
Arsenal XI vs Brighton: Confirmed team news, predicted lineup, injury latest for Premier League
Gunners could welcome key man back from injury
London can’t fix its housing crisis without first-time buyers
London is the UK’s least affordable place to rent, with rents eating up over 40% of income and leaving little room to save for a deposit.
Arsenal: Mikel Arteta issues worrying Gabriel injury update as Kai Havertz closes in on return
Brazilian centre-back still appears to be some way away from comeback
Man fighting for life after horror Christmas Eve crash as woman and boy rushed to hospital
A man has been arrested following the collision in Croxteth, Merseyside
Process under way to recatalogue artefacts held in huge archaeology storehouse
Archaeologists are repackaging thousands of items kept in climate-controlled conditions in the facility in Co Antrim.
OPINION - Sadiq Khan: I want to rewild London. First storks, then beavers (yes, really)
White storks are coming back to London for the first time in 600 years
75 years of Club Med: Revisiting the original all-inclusive — this time with my own kids
The charm — and convenience — of an all-inclusive should not be under-estimated, says Samantha Simmonds
Luxury Rosewood hotel put up for sale amid renewed investor interest in London
The five-star Rosewood London has reportedly been put on the market as investor interest returns to the capital’s luxury hotel sector
Noah Schnapp tells fans to ‘cherish’ last moments of Stranger Things
The 21-year-old plays Will Byers in the sci-fi series about a group of friends who face dark forces from an alternate dimension.
Longest-serving female prisoner could soon be released after 40 years for knifing love rival
Maria Pearson was jailed in 1987 for attacking Janet Newton but has refused to attend rehabilitation programmes
Danny Welbeck injury latest as Brighton issue fresh team news update for Arsenal clash
Arsenal’s next opponents handed four-man boost ahead of trip to Emirates Stadium
Oldest French restaurant in London to auction off decor ahead of new look
London’s oldest family-run French restaurant is auctioning off its classic interior decorations to make way for a new look.
Cole Palmer vs Morgan Rogers: Key battle that will decide Chelsea-Aston Villa as England watch on
Thomas Tuchel should be keeping a keen eye on Stamford Bridge showdown between No10 hopefuls with World Cup looming
Boxing Day opening times for UK supermarkets including Asda, Sainsbury's and more
From Asda to Sainsbury’s, Boxing Day supermarket opening hours vary across the capital, with most stores reopening on reduced schedules.
US launches deadly strikes against Islamic State in Nigeria, Donald Trump says
American president warned of threat to Christians in West African country
Winner of Strictly Come Dancing Christmas special revealed
The pre-recorded episode marked the last hosting appearance from Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman.
Girls Aloud singer Nicola Roberts announces she is pregnant with first child
Roberts is best know for being part of the girl group behind the hit number one songs Sound Of The Underground, I’ll Stand By You and The Promise.
Liverpool XI vs Wolves: Confirmed team news, predicted lineup and injury latest for Premier League
Arne Slot must cope without Alexander Isak after injury blow
I’m extremely sexual but found the thought of sex after childbirth horrifying
From a diminished libido to pain and body shame, Flora Gill shares her long journey to getting her mojo back
Best Korean haircare buys for glassy, smooth, expensive-looking hair
From scalp tonics to hair perfumes, give your hair the K-beauty experience with these top-rated Korean haircare products
Declan Rice hits remarkable new heights as heartbeat of Arsenal's title charge
David Moyes called all-action Gunners star the best midfielder in the world and on this season’s evidence, it’s hard to disagree
Chelsea XI vs Aston Villa: Confirmed team news, predicted lineup, injury latest for Premier League
Blues get double fitness boost ahead of crunch game at Stamford Bridge
Celebrity breakups 2025: From Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban to Lily Allen and David Harbour
Here are the showbiz couples who split in the past 12 months
UK police to ask FBI about Epstein file ‘abuse parties’ where ‘child victim was drugged and tortured’
The Epstein files, released in the United States this week, contain lurid claims against Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor
England reeling as 20 wickets tumble on chaotic first day of fourth Ashes Test in Melbourne
England bowled out for 110 as Australia hold second-innings lead of 46 after almost farcical day at the MCG
Ozzy Osbourne and Rob Reiner among the celebrities we mourned in 2025
Fans were heartbroken following the death of former Black Sabbath frontman Ozzy Osbourne.
Sainsbury’s and Argos issue urgent recall of hundreds of Christmas toys over choking hazard
Parents who bought the item told to return it immediately
Pictures of the year 2025: Powerful images that defined the past 12 months
The Standard reveals its selection of the best photographs from a momentous year
Betwixtmas: Things to do in London between Christmas and New Year
There is much to do in London this festive season. Josh Barrie shares his pick of the fun
Christmas leftovers? Forget turkey curry, here are the recipes actually worth making
From panettone croutons to turkey paratha, five ways to transform your Boxing Day fridge
Boxing Day: here’s what to watch on TV
From Stranger Things to Call the Midwife, here’s what’s on
Get outside! London’s top 5 winter walks
While the capital is quiet, take the opportunity to explore the streets and find secret gardens, the capital’s most stunning views... and the best pubs to stop in en route
Lily Allen's property portfolio over the years: from Ladbroke Grove to Brooklyn — and back again
Lily Allen has lived in some spectacular homes but her property journey hasn’t all been plain sailing
Horoscope today: Your daily guide for Friday, December 26, 2025
Read what the stars mean for you today, from Capricorn to Gemini
Households urged to spend Boxing Day using up Christmas leftovers
Households are set to throw away around 85,000 tonnes of edible Christmas food this festive season alone, Wrap has estimated.
Stranger Things Season 5, Volume 2 review: please, won't somebody just die?
The characters’ iron-clad plot armour is starting to grate