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Jan 07
North Korea says new hypersonic missile will ‘contain’ rivals

Pyongyang fired a missile for the first time in two months, while Antony Blinken was…

Jan 07
Record year for wind power in 2024

Wind provided more electricity than ever last year across England, Wales and Scotland.

Jan 07
McDonald’s workers make fresh harassment claims

Workers at the fast-food chain tell the BBC they still face sexual abuse despite…

Jan 07
Child mental health crisis: Better resilience is the solution, say experts

The surge in mental health referrals among young people has prompted debate among…

Jan 07
December sales provide little cheer for retailers

Black Friday boosted monthly sales, but overall 2024 was a lacklustre year for retail,…

Jan 07
“Stop shooting! My daughter is dead”: Woman killed as West Bank power struggle rages

Shatha al-Sabbagh’s family accuses the Palestinian Authority over her death in…

Jan 07
Cooper promises law to tackle child abuse cover ups

The home secretary says those who fail to report child sexual abuse could face…

Jan 06
Canada’s Justin Trudeau resigns, citing ‘internal battles’

In power since 2015, Trudeau said he would resign after a new leader of his Liberal…

Jan 06
Five dead as huge winter storm grips swathe of US

Seven US states declared emergencies owing to the polar vortex of icy air that usually…

Jan 06
Scot killed while serving on frontline in Ukraine

Jordan Maclachlan left his home in the Highlands for Ukraine three years ago.

Jan 06
Gavin & Stacey attracts 19.1 million viewers

The Christmas Day episode figures make it one of the most watched scripted TV shows of…

Jan 06
What is Starmer’s record on prosecuting grooming gangs?

The prime minister has come under attack from Elon Musk over his record as director of…

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