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Travel & transport from BBC stories as at 16:35 04 Jan 2026
 
- Snow and ice warnings issued ahead of Monday return to work
[4 hours old]: The Met Office warns of disruption to travel as many people return to work and school after Christmas.

- Binned sausage rolls served to rail passengers
[7 hours old]: LNER worker Peter Duffy's claims for unfair dismissal are dismissed by a tribunal.

- UK and France bomb underground IS arms bunker in Syria
[9 hours old]: RAF Typhoon jets joined French aircraft in a strike on an Islamic State group arms store in Syria, UK officials say.

- 'A long road ahead': Venezuelans react to Maduro's arrest with hope and worry
[13 hours old]: Caracas residents worry about what comes after US intervention in their country amid a tense political climate.

. Eurostar services return to normal after major Channel Tunnel disruption
[102 hours old]: The high-speed rail firm urged passengers to check before they travel as last-minute delays and cancellations are still possible.

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* Trump wants Venezuela's oil. Will his plan work?
[0 hours old]: Donald Trump has said that American oil firms will invest billions to produce oil in Venezuela.

- Jeremy Bowen: Trump's action could set precedent for authoritarian powers across globe
[1 hours old]: Trump seems to believe he makes the rules and others cannot have the same privileges.

* Who's in charge of Venezuela and what happens next?
[1 hours old]: Donald Trump says the US will "run" Venezuela until a "safe" transition after capturing its president and first lady.

- 'I can't believe it' - Joy and uncertainty in Florida's 'Little Venezuela'
[6 hours old]: Celebrations have swept across Florida's Doral, even as questions linger over Venezuela's future.

* Starmer ready for closer alignment with the EU 'in the national interest'
[1 hours old]: It is the clearest indication yet the PM wants to pursue a closer relationship with Europe in a broader number of areas.

- Starmer tells me he'll survive - but can he keep this new year's resolution?
[5 hours old]: The prime minister discusses the economy, Europe, Venezuela and his own future in an interview with Laura Kuenssberg.

- Jesy Nelson told her twin babies may 'never walk'
[4 hours old]: The former Little Mix star said her girls have been diagnosed with a rare genetic condition.

* Raw emotions as mourners attend Mass for Swiss bar fire victims
[0 hours old]: There are tears and hugs at a special Mass for the victims of the blaze on New Year’s Eve.

- Man who died trying to save people from sea was selfless hero, family say
[2 hours old]: Mark Ratcliffe's family say he was "so cruelly taken trying to save others".

- The 'happy little town' left reeling from sea deaths
[3 hours old]: Two people are dead and a third is missing after getting into difficulty in the sea at Withernsea.

* Junk food advert ban set to come into force
[1 hours old]: The government hopes a ban on junk food adverts will prompt manufacturers to develop healthier recipes.

- Thousands stranded across Europe as Greece airspace disrupted
[2 hours old]: A fault with radio communications caused air traffic controllers to temporarily suspend arrivals and departures.

- Anthony Joshua posts first picture since fatal crash in poignant tribute
[3 hours old]: Anthony Joshua posts on social media for the first time since he was injured in a car crash that killed two of his close friends in Nigeria.

- Hunt for two prisoners continues as third is charged
[2 hours old]: Avon and Somerset Police has urged the public to call 999 immediately if the men are spotted.

- Wicked composer latest to cancel Kennedy Center gig after Trump name change
[6 hours old]: Stephen Schwartz says he will not appear at the arts venue as it "has now become an ideological statement".

- Tyson Fury comes out of retirement... again
[4 hours old]: Former heavyweight world champion Tyson Fury announces he will return to boxing in 2026, bringing an end to his latest spell of retirement.

- How to look after dogs, cats and other pets in cold weather
[11 hours old]: Pets may need help to stay warm and safe when wintry conditions arrive.

- Canal collapse repairs to take most of 2026
[9 hours old]: New aerial footage shows the extent of the damage on the canal in Shropshire.

- Schools to start reopening after Nigeria mass abduction
[3 hours old]: Schools in "safe and secure areas" will be allowed to reopen after 250 children were taken in November.

- Four are in - but who might complete Premier League Darts line-up?
[2 hours old]: Four players - including World Championship finalists Luke Littler and Gian van Veen - have guaranteed their place, but who are the contenders to fill the four invitational slots in 2026?

- 'Deeply shocked': World leaders react to US attack on Venezuela
[10 hours old]: There has been a mixed reaction to a large-scale strike on Venezuela and Maduro's capture by the US.

- Fury comes out of retirement... again
[4 hours old]: Former heavyweight world champion Tyson Fury announces he will return to boxing in 2026, bringing an end to his latest spell of retirement.

- Third of Londoners suffer 'hygiene poverty'
[7 hours old]: "No-one should miss out on opportunities because they can't afford soap or period products," says charity In Kind Direct.

- Price increase on school meals will 'acutely' affect children in poverty
[10 hours old]: The cost of a school dinner for primary and special school pupils will go up by 50p from £2.60 to £3.10.

- Will we see signs of economic growth in 2026?
[10 hours old]: Foodbank use and the fortunes of the hospitality trade will show if things are getting better or worse.

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and in other older news ...

. Dreading going back to work? How to ease the post-Christmas return
[16 hours old]: Career coaches and leaders share practical advice for managing anxiety and overload after the break.

. How UK plush toy Jellycat conquered China
[17 hours old]: The plushies bring "emotional value" to Chinese youth navigating economic uncertainty.

. Will 2026 be the year MPs and peers agree on how to repair Parliament?
[16 hours old]: Parliamentarians will shortly have to decide if they should leave their building to allow for billions of pounds of maintenance work to take place.

. Spies, drones and blowtorches: How the US captured Maduro
[17 hours old]: An extraordinary mission dubbed "Operation Absolute Resolve" saw elite troops breach the Venezuelan president's fortified compound.

. Venezuela could now define Trump's legacy - and America's place in the world
[19 hours old]: Removing a leader and pledging to rebuild a country represents a major shift in Trump's America First vision, writes Anthony Zurcher.

. Harry Potter cafe reopens four years after devastating fire
[149 hours old]: Author JK Rowling was a regular while writing her first novels in The Elephant House in Edinburgh.

. Is the move to Australia as glossy as it appears on Instagram?
[201 hours old]: The pull to Australia has never been stronger, but is the move what it appears to be on Instagram?

. Warm Christmas for puppies and mum found hiding in tree
[83 hours old]: Five puppies and their mother are safe and warm in specialist foster care after a cold start to life.

. 'I can finally breathe easy despite rare condition'
[130 hours old]: Natalie Rekowski says she felt like a "new woman" after having surgery in Nottingham.

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. Trump strikes Venezuela, captures the President, says the US will take over
[19 hours old]: President Nicolas Maduro faces criminal charges in New York.

. How did a YouTuber stop federal funding to Minnesota?
[45 hours old]: And can Zohran Mamdani keep up the momentum as New York mayor?

. Sir David Attenborough explores the surprising wildlife of London
[82 hours old]: Sir David Attenborough explores the surprising wildlife of his hometown – London.

. FTSE 100 hits 10,000 mark for first time
[47 hours old]: A rally on the first trading day of the new year has taken London's main share index through the milestone.

. Woman felt 'dehumanised' after Musk's Grok AI used to digitally remove her clothes
[47 hours old]: The BBC has seen several examples of it undressing women and putting them in sexual situations without their consent.

. China's BYD overtakes Tesla as world's top EV seller
[49 hours old]: It marks the first time the Chinese firm has outpaced its American rival for annual sales.

. US slashes proposed tariffs on Italian pasta imports
[50 hours old]: The plan to impose steep tariffs on 13 producers could have seen major price rises for US consumers.

. Why everything from your phone to your PC may get pricier in 2026
[63 hours old]: The price of Ram - once one of the cheapest computer parts - has more than doubled since October 2025.

. How K-beauty went from a viral trend to an economic powerhouse
[42 hours old]: Inside the K-beauty industry that has made South Korea a major player in worldwide beauty market.

. Crypto users forced to share account details with tax officials
[78 hours old]: The move is designed to ensure people pay all relevant tax on buying and selling crypto.

. Energy prices rise slightly for millions of households as temperatures fall
[88 hours old]: Millions of households in England, Wales and Scotland are seeing a slight rise in energy bills in the new year.

. Condom tax and cheaper childcare: China's plan to boost birth rates
[89 hours old]: Chinese people pay a 13% sales tax on contraceptives from 1 January, while childcare services are exempt.


. Bottled water from Waitrose recalled over risk it contains glass
[97 hours old]: The food safety watchdog said people should return affected Deeside water bottles to stores.

. Gold and silver see rollercoaster end to blockbuster year
[101 hours old]: The price of gold soared by more than 60% this year to hit a record high of more than ,549.

. US stock market ends 2025 on a high note after volatile year
[101 hours old]: It's been a roller coaster year for the stock market, but the S&P 500 is set to end 2025 up about 17%, the third straight year of double-digit gains.

. Female artists (and Oasis) drove UK music sales in 2025
[112 hours old]: Taylor Swift was the biggest-seller, with Olivia Dean and Sabrina Carpenter also topping the charts.

. Octopus Energy to spin off .65bn tech arm Kraken
[125 hours old]: The energy firm sells a bn stake in its technology arm Kraken, paving the way for its demerger.

. Oldest Post Office scandal victim made OBE
[138 hours old]: Betty Brown says she is accepting the honour on behalf of all the victims of the scandal.

. Beyoncé declared a billionaire by Forbes
[140 hours old]: The star joins Taylor Swift, Rihanna, Bruce Springsteen and her husband Jay-Z with 10-figure fortunes.

. China to crack down on AI firms to protect kids
[134 hours old]: The draft regulations are aimed to address concerns around chatbots, which have surged in popularity in recent months.

. A decade on from Wales' nuclear turbines falling silent
[130 hours old]: Locals say job losses, stagnant investment and a recovering economy have defined the past decade.

. Many new UK drone users must take theory test before flying outside
[160 hours old]: The Civil Aviation Authority reckons up to half a million people in the UK may be impacted by its new requirements.

. Boss of Everyman cinema chain departs weeks after profit warning
[147 hours old]: The upmarket cinema chain faces a leadership shake-up weeks after it cut its revenue forecasts.

. Pothole claims up 90% in three years, says RAC
[149 hours old]: Research from the motoring group also finds that only one in four claims results in a payout.

. HS2 goal to be running by 2033 'cannot be met'
[153 hours old]: HS2 CEO Mark Wild advises the government that the 2029/2033 opening schedule is not achievable.

. James Bond game 007 First Light delayed to May 2026
[150 hours old]: Dexter Original Sin actor Patrick Gibson will star as the British spy when the game releases on 27 May.

. Why are young people leaving to work abroad?
[160 hours old]: Three young Britons explain why they are building their futures overseas.

. How the defence sector is battling a skills crisis
[63 hours old]: Attracting younger workers into the defence industry can be challenging.

. Swedish workers trial 'friendship hour' to combat loneliness
[132 hours old]: The pilot project is even giving staff free money to help pay to do activities with their friends.

. The showers and baths keeping data centre tech cool
[304 hours old]: Finding greener ways to keep giant new data centres cool is a challenge.

. Why Croatia's capital wants to hold Europe's best Christmas market
[327 hours old]: The festive events help to put cities on the map and attract millions of tourists.

. Will tech trump tradition at bakers and biscuit makers?
[400 hours old]: Introducing robots and automation to the food industry involves extra hurdles.

. Should more be done to tackle 'ghost jobs', vacancies that don't exist?
[424 hours old]: Companies are advertising vacancies that have already been filled or might not have ever existed.

. Why this month's inflation figure may be good news for you
[434 hours old]: The rate of inflation, which charts the rising cost of living, has slowed - driven partly by essentials.

. Meet the biggest heat pumps in the world
[472 hours old]: Across Europe huge heat pumps are being installed that can heat tens of thousands of homes.

. Spain's commitment to renewable energy may be in doubt
[496 hours old]: The current government is politically weakened and the opposition wants more use of fossil fuels.

. 'It's amazing' – the wonder material very few can make
[568 hours old]: Just a handful of companies can make cadmium zinc telluride, a material with powerful properties.

. Practical tips to save on energy bills this winter
[33 hours old]: As the temperature drops, here are some tips to help save money on your energy bills.

. 'People are choosing between feeding their pets or themselves'
[33 hours old]: Two pet food banks speak about helping pet owners struggling to feed their animals.

. Budget 2025: What's the best and worst that could happen for Labour?
[865 hours old]: Three days in, after a tax U-turn and partial climbdown on workers' rights, Laura Kuenssberg looks at what impact Budget week might have.

. Has Britain's budget watchdog become too all-powerful?
[976 hours old]: Ahead of this week's Budget, some have accused the Office for Budget Responsibility of being a "straitjacket on growth"

. The curious case of why Poundland is struggling during a cost-of-living crisis
[1064 hours old]: Why - in an age where so many of us are feeling the financial pinch - are some budget shops on UK high streets having such a tough time?

. The £5.30 orange juice that tells the story of why supermarket prices are sky high
[1785 hours old]: Butter, chocolate, coffee and milk have all seen prices rocket. Tracing back through the story of one particular supermarket staple begins to explain why

. How Milei's 'Thatcherite' economics divided his nation - but won over Trump
[1972 hours old]: Ahead of Milei's visit to the White House - amid protests and anger on the streets back at home - Ione Wells unravels the paradox that Argentina's president has created

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[80 hours old]: How did live music evolve into a billion-dollar business for global stars?

. What does TikTok's deal mean for America's users?
[391 hours old]: The BBC's Asia business correspondent says it is still unclear what sort of experience TikTok users in the US will get.

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. Who are the winners and losers of the interest rate cut?
[410 hours old]: The Bank of England has cut interest rates from 4% to 3.75% - the lowest level since February 2023.