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Family of black bears play on frozen lake at park enclosure amid cold snap

Sarah Ping — Mon, 13 Jan 2025 01:01:00 GMT

The North American black bears were spotted rolling around and play fighting at Woburn Safari Park.

What the papers say – January 13

Jessica Coates — Mon, 13 Jan 2025 00:49:37 GMT

Here are the biggest stories leading Monday’s front pages.

Bitter cold snap coming to an end with flooding possible as snow and ice melt

Ellie Crabbe — Mon, 13 Jan 2025 00:01:50 GMT

Ice and snow is expected to melt, with localised flooding possible, the Met Office said.

Business chiefs’ pessimism adds to pressure on Rachel Reeves

Christopher McKeon — Mon, 13 Jan 2025 00:01:33 GMT

The figures came in a quarterly survey carried out in December.

London homeowner profits halved since 2016 as house prices fall

Martin Robinson — Mon, 13 Jan 2025 00:01:23 GMT

Back in 2016, Londoners could expect to double their money when they sold their house... but no longer

This week marks debt tipping point when pay swallowed up by outgoings – survey

Vicky Shaw — Mon, 13 Jan 2025 00:01:00 GMT

More than half of adults who expect to run out of money in January will have used up all their monthly income by January 15, research indicates.

Minister seeks to ease road safety concerns over brighter LED headlights

Will Durrant — Mon, 13 Jan 2025 00:01:00 GMT

Motorists say they are feeling the strain of brighter headlights ‘more than ever before’, according to the AA.

Average house seller in 2024 ‘made £91,820 more than they originally paid’

Vicky Shaw — Mon, 13 Jan 2025 00:01:00 GMT

Despite lower price gains last year, around nine in 10 households are estimated to have achieved more than they paid, property firm Hamptons said.

City financial services jobs plummet – report

Alan Jones — Mon, 13 Jan 2025 00:01:00 GMT

The sector is grappling with mounting challenges, including economic volatility, study suggests.

1984 author George Orwell celebrated on new Royal Mint £2 coin

Vicky Shaw — Mon, 13 Jan 2025 00:01:00 GMT

The Royal Mint said the commemorative coin is being released to mark the 75th anniversary of the author’s death.

Student plans festival to fund delivery of ambulances to conflict zones

Paul Cargill — Mon, 13 Jan 2025 00:01:00 GMT

Umran Ali Javaid, who studies at Glasgow Caledonian University, has so far taken more than 40 ambulances to countries blighted by war.

Private parking firms to update code of conduct to address five-minute rule

Neil Lancefield — Mon, 13 Jan 2025 00:01:00 GMT

Two industry bodies representing the sector announced they have established a panel to revise the code.

Post Office sees record of more than £1bn in cash withdrawals in December

Vicky Shaw — Mon, 13 Jan 2025 00:01:00 GMT

On Christmas Day itself, more than £3.7 million in cash was withdrawn or deposited over the counter at 1,300 Post Office branches that were open.

Scots ‘can benefit from Trump uncertainty’ in green energy investment: Forbes

Craig Paton — Mon, 13 Jan 2025 00:01:00 GMT

The Deputy First Minister also defended the Government’s stance that it would meet the President-elect.

‘Increased survival rates’ for bladder cancer patients given immunotherapy drug

Jane Kirby — Mon, 13 Jan 2025 00:01:00 GMT

Experts said Durvalumab could be a ‘game changer’.

UK to go ‘all-in’ on AI as Starmer throws weight of Whitehall behind technology

Christopher McKeon — Sun, 12 Jan 2025 23:22:51 GMT

The Government is set to put more support into AI development in a bid to boost growth and cut costs.

Max George to have lung biopsy weeks after getting pacemaker fitted

Rachel Vickers-Price — Sun, 12 Jan 2025 23:10:20 GMT

Doctors have discovered enlarged lymph nodes on The Wanted star’s lungs.

Oliver Glasner reveals why Trevoh Chalobah absent for Crystal Palace amid Chelsea return rumours

Rachel Steinberg — Sun, 12 Jan 2025 22:39:33 GMT

Blues loanee not involved in FA Cup win over Stockport amid claims he may return to Stamford Bridge

Tottenham suffer unwanted first against part-timers on uncomfortable day for Ange Postecoglou

Dom Smith — Sun, 12 Jan 2025 22:29:45 GMT

Spurs close to major FA Cup upset before scraping past Tamworth in extra-time

Barcelona run riot against Real Madrid again in dramatic El Clasico to win Spanish Super Cup

George Flood — Sun, 12 Jan 2025 22:28:13 GMT

Ruthless Barca claim first domestic silverware of the season after stunning fightback in Saudi Arabia

The Vivienne’s friends remember ‘world class’ drag star at Liverpool vigil

Hannah Roberts — Sun, 12 Jan 2025 22:27:31 GMT

Drag queen Danny Beard said they had just come back from RuPaul’s Drag Con where ‘the love for Viv was really overwhelming’.

Real Madrid vs Barcelona LIVE! El Clasico result, match stream and latest updates today

George Flood — Sun, 12 Jan 2025 22:25:05 GMT

Barca thrash their fiercest rivals for the second time this season in thrilling Spanish Super Cup final

Arsenal investigate threats to Kai Havertz’s wife after Man United defeat

Maddy Mussen — Sun, 12 Jan 2025 21:33:44 GMT

Arsenal are investigating threatening messages sent to the pregnant wife of player Kai Havertz following a loss on Sunday evening

Streeting describes nurses as ‘backbone of our NHS’ after worker stabbed in A&E

Jordan Reynolds — Sun, 12 Jan 2025 21:31:27 GMT

Police were called to the Royal Oldham Hospital on Saturday evening.

LA wildfire death toll rises to 16 as devastation forces 150,000 to evacuate

Sami Quadri and Jacob Phillips — Sun, 12 Jan 2025 21:09:01 GMT

The blazes have already destroyed more than 12,000 structures since Tuesday

Release of Meghan Markle’s Netflix show postponed due to Los Angeles wildfires

Ellie Iorizzo — Sun, 12 Jan 2025 21:01:22 GMT

Wildfires have killed at least 16 people in Los Angeles.

Michaela Strachan tops leaderboard after first Dancing On Ice performance

Hannah Roberts — Sun, 12 Jan 2025 20:31:04 GMT

A host of celebrities took to the ice as the new series got under way on Sunday.

Off-duty policewoman killed helping crash ‘epitomises best of British policing’

Ted Hennessey — Sun, 12 Jan 2025 20:25:53 GMT

North Yorkshire Police Constable Rosie Prior’s family described her as “a loving mum, wife, daughter, sister, aunty” who will be “deeply missed”.

Lily Allen's rollercoaster year, from OnlyFans to a marital split and now a recovery centre

Claudia Cockerell — Sun, 12 Jan 2025 20:23:18 GMT

The singer has said she will be taking a break from her podcast and going phone free for several weeks

Family ‘proud’ as Derry nun moves forward on path to sainthood

Cillian Sherlock — Sun, 12 Jan 2025 20:19:58 GMT

Clare Crockett died in Ecuador when the building where she had been teaching music collapsed.

Best Blue Monday products for a January pick-me-up: from bedding to beauty

Abha Shah — Sun, 12 Jan 2025 20:05:20 GMT

Abha Shah selects the dopamine boosters to see you through the toughest month

The legendary 2005 albums: From Madonna and Kanye West to Bloc Party and Hard-Fi

William Mata — Sun, 12 Jan 2025 20:02:39 GMT

What came out 20 years ago is more relevant than ever, according to the charts - so let’s get contemporarily nostalgic

Homerton shooting: Two men shot and one stabbed in 'potentially related' incidents

Jacob Phillips — Sun, 12 Jan 2025 20:02:17 GMT

No arrests have been made yet following the incidents

Country pub of the week: The Mason's Arms, Branscombe

Josh Barrie — Sun, 12 Jan 2025 19:58:11 GMT

Josh Barrie discovers a haven of a boozer down in Devon

Transfer news LIVE! Arsenal and Chelsea in Duran battle; Man Utd medical; Rashford, Kvaratskhelia latest

Alex Young — Sun, 12 Jan 2025 19:55:48 GMT

January window in full flow for Premier League giants

Gabriel Jesus injury: Mikel Arteta issues worrying update on Arsenal star's fitness

Simon Collings — Sun, 12 Jan 2025 19:24:01 GMT

The striker is set for scans on Monday but initial signs are “not good”

Holly Willoughby pays tribute to The Vivienne as Dancing On Ice returns

Hannah Roberts — Sun, 12 Jan 2025 19:22:31 GMT

Sunday’s programme started with a display of lifts and jumps by the professional figure skaters.

Holly Willoughby sparkles in blue strapless gown for Dancing On Ice

Hannah Roberts — Sun, 12 Jan 2025 19:20:15 GMT

The presenter teamed the gown with earrings and wore her hair in loose curls.

Tottenham: Ange Postecoglou responds to Tamworth fans' calls for FA Cup replay

Dom Smith — Sun, 12 Jan 2025 19:12:03 GMT

Spurs were held to a goalless draw in normal time, which in previous seasons would have forced a replay

More disruption threatened in fresh rail dispute

Alan Jones — Sun, 12 Jan 2025 19:12:02 GMT

Aslef will ballot its members on Hull Trains on possible strike action.

Missing Londoner's belongings found in Dolomites as rescuers continue search

Ellie Crabbe — Sun, 12 Jan 2025 19:10:53 GMT

Searchers in the Dolomites said they have found items belonging to Aziz Ziriat, 36, who has been missing since January 1

Manchester United: Ruben Amorim sends 'heroes' message to Altay Bayindir and Joshua Zirkzee

Malik Ouzia — Sun, 12 Jan 2025 19:02:03 GMT

The pair have endured below-par performances this season but were key to beating Arsenal

Londoners brave freezing temperatures for No Trousers Tube Ride

Jacob Phillips — Sun, 12 Jan 2025 18:59:26 GMT

Londoners shed trousers despite freezing temperatures for the yearly No Trousers Tube Ride

Ruben Amorim gets his statement win as Manchester United show spirit to down Arsenal

Malik Ouzia — Sun, 12 Jan 2025 18:50:25 GMT

United backed up their draw at Liverpool with a heroic win at the Emirates with 10 men

FA Cup fourth round draw in full: Manchester United face Ruud van Nistelrooy reunion as Plymouth get Liverpool

George Flood — Sun, 12 Jan 2025 18:46:32 GMT

Brighton vs Chelsea and Aston Villa vs Tottenham among the other standout all-Premier League ties

Former Little Mix star Jesy Nelson announces pregnancy

Hannah Roberts — Sun, 12 Jan 2025 18:35:36 GMT

The musician shared a photo of her baby bump to Instagram.

Arsenal transfer need grows louder as painful week pushes trophies further out of reach

Simon Collings — Sun, 12 Jan 2025 18:34:43 GMT

Back-to-back home losses in cup competitions, and fresh injuries, make up a nightmare week

Two men shot and one stabbed in ‘potentially related’ incidents

Jordan Reynolds — Sun, 12 Jan 2025 18:30:05 GMT

Police were called at 10.35pm on Saturday to reports of gun shots being fired in separate incidents in Hackney, east London.

Arsenal 1-1 Manchester United (pen 3-5): Kai Havertz misses in shootout as 10-man Reds advance in FA Cup

Philip Duncan — Sun, 12 Jan 2025 18:21:40 GMT

Altay Bayindir saved two penalties in a man-of-the-match display

Arsenal player ratings vs Manchester United: Kai Havertz 'nightmare' as Mikel Merino struggles continue

Simon Collings — Sun, 12 Jan 2025 18:16:42 GMT

The striker produced a stinker as Gunners crashed out of FA Cup

No Trousers Tube Ride returns in colourful fashion on London Underground

Sarah Ping — Sun, 12 Jan 2025 18:12:03 GMT

People stripped down to their underwear and hopped on the Tube on Sunday afternoon.

Arsenal vs Manchester United LIVE! Penalties - FA Cup result, match stream, latest updates today

Alex Young and Simon Collings — Sun, 12 Jan 2025 18:10:44 GMT

A huge third-round clash at the Emirates Stadium

Manchester United player ratings vs Arsenal: Altay Bayindir the FA Cup hero with crucial penalty saves

Malik Ouzia — Sun, 12 Jan 2025 18:09:01 GMT

Two penalty saves help 10-man Reds knock out the Gunners

FA Cup draw LIVE! Man Utd, Chelsea, Liverpool and Tottenham learn fourth round fate with Arsenal out

George Flood — Sun, 12 Jan 2025 18:04:29 GMT

Big clubs have already been eliminated as 64 teams are whittled down to 32

Why are Arsenal wearing an all-white kit against Manchester United in the FA Cup?

Simon Collings — Sun, 12 Jan 2025 17:15:58 GMT

Arsenal continue the ‘No More Red’ campaign in third-round tie at the Emirates Stadium

American writer in Edinburgh heartbroken as LA wildfires ravage former home

Danielle Desouza — Sun, 12 Jan 2025 17:04:21 GMT

Jess Ross lived in the Pacific Palisades for between 15 to 20 years.

Russia forms emergency taskforce as oil spill continues to grow in southern region

William Mata — Sun, 12 Jan 2025 16:40:08 GMT

Emergency task force arrives to clean up Krasnodar region on Sunday

Body found after police search Essex landfill site for 45 days

Ted Hennessey — Sun, 12 Jan 2025 16:35:35 GMT

Cumali Turhan, 46, was last seen in The Globe pub in Rainsford Road, Chelmsford, in the early hours of November 19.

Former child star with cerebral palsy died ‘needlessly’ in LA fires, says mother

Ellie Iorizzo — Sun, 12 Jan 2025 16:30:18 GMT

The fires that began on Tuesday just north of central LA have burned more than 12,000 structures.

Family pay heartfelt tribute to missing Londoner Aziz Ziriat amid Dolomites search

William Mata — Sun, 12 Jan 2025 16:21:45 GMT

Aziz Ziriat, 36, and Samuel Harris, 35, both from London, were last seen on New Year’s Day

Two men arrested outside Kamala Harris’s evacuated LA home

Jacob Phillips — Sun, 12 Jan 2025 16:16:32 GMT

Police detained the pair for breaking curfew rules early on Saturday after receiving a call about a potential burglary

Hospital trust ‘shocked and saddened’ by stabbing of nurse in A&E

Jordan Reynolds — Sun, 12 Jan 2025 16:05:24 GMT

Police were called to Royal Oldham Hospital at 11.30pm on Saturday to reports of a stabbing, Greater Manchester Police said.

Can you really eat carbs and still lose weight?

Louise Pyne — Sun, 12 Jan 2025 16:00:15 GMT

From freezing bread to cooling your pasta, there are ways to hack your diet and shift stubborn pounds while still eating all your favourite foods

Alex Salmond’s widow says attacks on him are ‘unfair and distressing’

Neil Pooran — Sun, 12 Jan 2025 15:57:02 GMT

Her intervention comes following an interview in which Nicola Sturgeon discussed Mr Salmond’s behaviour.

Carrie Johnson says get the flu jab: here's how

Claudia Cockerell — Sun, 12 Jan 2025 15:48:11 GMT

Boris Johnson’s wife says she was “horribly, horribly ill” in hospital and wishes she received the flu vaccine, which anyone is eligible for

Three teenagers charged with murder after 17-year-old fatally stabbed

Ellie Crabbe — Sun, 12 Jan 2025 15:41:21 GMT

Thomas Taylor, 17, was attacked by a group of males at 5.50pm on Wednesday as he walked along Greenhill Street, close to Bedford bus station.

Tech giants must obey UK’s online safety laws, says minister

Christopher McKeon — Sun, 12 Jan 2025 15:35:49 GMT

Peter Kyle said the UK needed to legislate more frequently to deal with developments in the technology.

Tottenham player ratings vs Tamworth: Mikey Moore a rare bright spot but Timo Werner struggles continue

Dom Smith — Sun, 12 Jan 2025 15:32:49 GMT

Few Spurs players can claim much credit after being taken to extra time by non-league opposition

Tamworth 0-3 Tottenham (AET): Spurs survive huge FA Cup scare to see off part-timers

Giuseppe Muro — Sun, 12 Jan 2025 15:25:32 GMT

Spurs come close to major third-round upset

Man and woman arrested after teenager dies in sewage treatment plant crash

Jacob Phillips — Sun, 12 Jan 2025 15:21:29 GMT

Two 21-year-olds have been arrested following a tragic incident where a teenager died in a sewage treatment plant crash in West Yorkshire

Tamworth 0-3 Tottenham LIVE! FA Cup result, match stream, latest updates today

Dom Smith and Giuseppe Muro — Sun, 12 Jan 2025 15:16:20 GMT

Spurs out to avoid third-round upset against non-League opponents

Man and woman arrested after 18-year-old dies in crash

Jordan Reynolds — Sun, 12 Jan 2025 14:51:46 GMT

Emergency services found a vehicle had entered a water treatment facility and was partly submerged in a pit of water, police said.

David Beckham stepped in to stop row between Prince Harry and James Corden over ‘cruel comment’ about appearance

William Mata — Sun, 12 Jan 2025 14:35:05 GMT

England footballer calmed down ‘raging’ actor after Harry’s ‘cruel joke’

Ariana Grande says she is ‘focused on acting’ and has ‘no plans for live shows’

Hannah Roberts — Sun, 12 Jan 2025 14:34:44 GMT

The singer had contemplated ‘doing a mini-tour in between the Wicked films’.

Arsenal hit with Riccardo Calafiori injury blow as defensive woes mount

Simon Collings — Sun, 12 Jan 2025 14:30:59 GMT

The summer signing has been troubled by injuries since joining

Chinese investment of £600 million in UK ‘a start’, says Cabinet minister

Claudia Savage — Sun, 12 Jan 2025 14:28:41 GMT

Science Secretary Peter Kyle said the Chancellor has returned from China with ‘solid commitments for investment’.

Barometer! Trad-wife fringes are hot, cane corso dogs are petrifying

Joe Bromley — Sun, 12 Jan 2025 14:16:37 GMT

What’s hot... and what’s not — keep up with Joe Bromley’s weekly barometer

How to watch Arsenal vs Manchester United FOR FREE: TV channel and live stream for FA Cup today

Jonathan Gorrie — Sun, 12 Jan 2025 14:04:03 GMT

Blockbuster third-round clash at Emirates Stadium

Attempted murder arrest as ‘hospital nurse’ seriously injured in stabbing at A&E

Jordan Reynolds — Sun, 12 Jan 2025 13:35:53 GMT

Police were called to Rochdale Road at 11.30pm on Saturday to reports of a stabbing, Greater Manchester Police said.

West Ham blow as Niclas Fullkrug ruled out for weeks with hamstring injury

Dom Smith — Sun, 12 Jan 2025 13:33:31 GMT

Another big setback for the luckless striker

UK must not let AI ‘wash over our economy’, says Science Secretary

Christopher McKeon — Sun, 12 Jan 2025 13:26:34 GMT

Peter Kyle is set to unveil the UK’s AI action plan alongside the Prime Minister on Monday.

Temperatures hit minus 13.9C overnight but cold spell coming to an end

Jordan Reynolds — Sun, 12 Jan 2025 13:17:33 GMT

Kinbrace in northern Scotland saw the lowest overnight temperature with minus 13.9C overnight, the Met Office said.

Eric Morecambe’s glasses fetch £20,000 at auction

Hannah Roberts — Sun, 12 Jan 2025 13:15:38 GMT

Morecambe’s glasses were synonymous with his comedic persona.

Rail travel disrupted after reports of fire at London Waterloo

Ellie Crabbe — Sun, 12 Jan 2025 13:08:26 GMT

Trains between the station and Clapham Junction were disrupted after the incident on Sunday morning.

Search for missing sisters continues around river in Aberdeen

Neil Pooran — Sun, 12 Jan 2025 12:59:27 GMT

Eliza and Henrietta Huszti, both 32, were last seen on CCTV five days ago.

Man charged with attempted abduction of three-year-old girl

Jordan Reynolds — Sun, 12 Jan 2025 12:50:15 GMT

Richard Stacey, 37, has been charged with attempted child abduction, assault and affray, West Midlands Police said.

Badenoch has ‘clear direction’ for Tories but policy takes time – Stride

Claudia Savage — Sun, 12 Jan 2025 12:47:14 GMT

Shadow chancellor Mel Stride defended his party leader Kemi Badenoch after criticism of her lack of policy decisions.

Starmer ‘will listen’ to Tulip Siddiq inquiry findings, minister says

Claudia Savage — Sun, 12 Jan 2025 12:24:02 GMT

Science Secretary Peter Kyle said Ms Siddiq has ‘done exactly the right thing’ in referring herself to the Parliamentary watchdog.

Levante Beach Club, Rhodes: the sporty Greek holiday for people who hate sunbathing

Samantha Herbert — Sun, 12 Jan 2025 12:05:15 GMT

This active resort holiday is pegged as the perfect place for Type 2 fun personalities. Samantha Herbert puts it to the test — seeing how many activities she can fit into seven days

British-born TV star Rory Sykes, 32, dies from carbon monoxide poisoning amid LA wildfires

William Mata — Sun, 12 Jan 2025 11:55:06 GMT

Sykes rose to prominence on the Australian reality TV series Kiddy Kapers

Man arrested after attempted abduction of three-year-old girl

Jordan Reynolds — Sun, 12 Jan 2025 11:46:59 GMT

The 37-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of attempted kidnap on Saturday, police said.

Hospital advertises ‘corridor care’ shifts amid pressure on A&E

Ellie Crabbe — Sun, 12 Jan 2025 11:45:17 GMT

Whittington Hospital in Archway, north London, is experiencing ‘very significant pressure’ in its urgent and emergency care, the trust said.

Badenoch calls on PM to sack Treasury minister over property allegations

Christopher McKeon — Sun, 12 Jan 2025 11:32:40 GMT

Media reports have raised questions about a number of properties connected to Labour MP Tulip Siddiq and her family.

Tributes to ‘loving’ policewoman and man who died after being hit by lorry

Ted Hennessey — Sun, 12 Jan 2025 11:31:21 GMT

Pc Rosie Prior’s family said she will be ‘deeply missed’.

Mikel Arteta priority clear as Arsenal look to bring spark back to Martin Odegaard

Simon Collings — Sun, 12 Jan 2025 11:29:22 GMT

Gunners skipper’s form has dipped amid recent attacking malaise

Max George recalls dark moment writing his will from hospital bed

Rachel Vickers-Price — Sun, 12 Jan 2025 11:16:05 GMT

The Wanted singer, 36, feared he would die before he could undergo pacemaker surgery.

Soap star Rita Simons announces engagement

Hannah Roberts — Sun, 12 Jan 2025 10:18:50 GMT

TV hosts Lisa Snowdon and Denise Van Outen were among the famous faces congratulating her.

Lauryn Goodman asks Kyle Walker to rent out £2m Sussex home amid plans to move abroad

William Mata — Sun, 12 Jan 2025 09:54:39 GMT

The 34-year-old footballer is facing a turbulent period, with transfer rumours surrounding his playing career and reports of a divorce adding strain to his personal life

Dominic Cummings ‘advising Elon Musk’ amid attacks on Sir Keir Starmer

William Mata — Sun, 12 Jan 2025 09:52:03 GMT

Cummings, a key figure behind the Vote Leave campaign and a former adviser to Boris Johnson during the Covid-19 pandemic, is said to have formed a new alliance with Musk

Manchester United close in on first January signing as Diego Leon flies in for medical

Alex Young — Sun, 12 Jan 2025 09:23:28 GMT

The left-back is set to finalise a deal which will see him join when he turns 18