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- More snow and ice warnings take effect as schools due to return
[3 hours old]: The Met Office warns of disruption to travel as many people return to work and school after Christmas.

- The French university where spies go for training
[1 hours old]: Sciences Po Saint-Germain near Paris trains current French secret agents and potential new recruits.

. Eurostar services return to normal after major Channel Tunnel disruption
[112 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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- Jeremy Bowen: Trump's action could set precedent for authoritarian powers across globe
[10 hours old]: Trump seems to believe he makes the rules and others cannot have the same privileges.

- The key questions on Trump's actions on Venezuela
[7 hours old]: Analysis Editor Ros Atkins looks at the key questions following US strikes on Venezuela and seizure of its president.

- From Caracas 'fort' to New York court: Maduro's capture in pictures and maps
[7 hours old]: Follow the operation to seize the Venezuelan president through photos, satellite images and maps.

- Can Maduro's trusted lieutenant now work for Trump?
[2 hours old]: Delcy Rodríguez, a close ally of captured Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro, has been named interim president.

- Mother and daughter named as sea tragedy victims alongside man who tried to save them
[7 hours old]: Mark Ratcliffe and Sarah Keeling died on Friday and the police search for Grace Keeling continues.

* Teen girl educated in UK confirmed to have died in Swiss bar fire
[1 hours old]: The family of Charlotte Niddam announced her death "with great sadness" as Swiss authorities confirmed all victims had been identified.

* Police identify all 40 victims of Swiss bar fire
[1 hours old]: Among those killed by the blaze at Le Constellation is 16-year-old Swiss national Arthur Brodard, his mother confirms.

- Danish PM tells Trump to stop 'threats' against Greenland
[5 hours old]: Mette Frederiksen said the "US has no right to annex any of the three nations in the Danish kingdom".

- Faisal Islam: What's behind PM's notable shift on closer ties to Europe?
[3 hours old]: Sir Keir Starmer has given details of his plans for a "Brexit reset". What could it mean for the UK?

- The myth of willpower - and why some people struggle to lose weight more than others
[1 hours old]: Thousands of genes that have an influence on weight, say experts - which means weight loss isn't a level playing field

- Steve Coogan on his Roy Keane film - and his part in Posh and Becks' first meeting
[1 hours old]: Coogan stars as football boss Mick McCarthy in the film Saipan, about the fall-out between him and captain Roy Keane.

- New powers to seize phones from migrants come into force
[3 hours old]: The government says it will help gather intelligence on smuggling gangs.

- Activist group says it was behind Berlin fire that cut power to thousands
[7 hours old]: The far-left Vulkan Gruppe says in a statement that targeting the fossil fuel economy, not cutting power, was the goal.

- Watch: BBC reporter tests AI anti-shoplifting tech
[2 hours old]: Some major retailers and independent stores have introduced AI body scans, CCTV or facial recognition equipment to identify crimes like shoplifting.

- South Korea's 'movie of the year' is an indie story about a teen's trauma
[2 hours old]: The World of Love has been praised for its touching, empathetic portrayal of life after sexual assault.

* The Papers: 'Fresh pressure on Venezuela' and Starmer's 'Brexit betrayal'
[1 hours old]: New warnings from the US to Venezuela lead most of Monday's papers, while some splash on Sir Keir's comments on closer EU alignment.

- Van Tulleken brothers: The three wellness issues we've stopped worrying about
[2 hours old]: Dr Xand and Dr Chris van Tulleken explain why they're not worrying about eating more protein, taking magnesium or avoiding microplastics.

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

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

- South Korea's Lee Jae Myung to meet China's Xi in reset of relations
[1 hours old]: Trade, regional security and Beijing's unofficial ban on Korean pop culture are on the agenda.

- We lived in fear of meeting killers, say victims' families
[2 hours old]: Two women say they are relived at plans to impose tougher restrictions on where offenders can live.

- Black market medications warning as millions of pills seized
[2 hours old]: Illicit erectile dysfunction pills and unlicensed painkillers pose a health risk, doctors warn.

- 'How do I stop my 12-year-old from vaping?'
[2 hours old]: "Jane" shares her concerns after learning her daughter has been using vapes regularly.

- Ex-Australia batter Martyn wakes up from coma in 'miracle' recovery
[1 hours old]: Martyn, who played 67 Test matches from 1992 to 2006, was diagnosed with meningitis late last month.

- Auschwitz survivor Eva Schloss dies aged 96 as King leads tributes
[4 hours old]: King Charles said he was "privileged and proud" to have known Eva Schloss who died in London on 3 January.

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

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

- Who is Cilia Flores, Venezuela's first lady captured by the US?
[7 hours old]: Long seen as a powerful figure, Flores has also faced allegations of corruption and nepotism.

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

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

- 'I'm here to be manager, not coach' - but will Amorim survive at Man Utd?
[9 hours old]: Ruben Amorim challenges Manchester United's board to let him do his job after Sunday's draw with Leeds, and says he intends to leave in 18 months' time.

- 'A chance' Chelsea will name new boss on Monday as Rosenior jets in
[3 hours old]: Strasbourg boss Liam Rosenior arrives in London for talks about replacing Enzo Maresca as Chelsea head coach.

- Fury comes out of retirement... again
[13 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.

- 'I was sure it was offside' - why did Wirtz equaliser stand?
[5 hours old]: Florian Wirtz thought his goal for Liverpool in the 2-2 draw at Fulham was offside - so how did technology allow it to stand?

- Thelin 'accepts' Aberdeen sacking after winless run
[7 hours old]: Aberdeen sack manager Jimmy Thelin following a five-match winless run and just eight months on from the club's Scottish Cup win.

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

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

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. How UK plush toy Jellycat conquered China
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. Trump strikes Venezuela, captures the President, says the US will take over
[29 hours old]: President Nicolas Maduro faces criminal charges in New York.

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

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

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

. FTSE 100 hits 10,000 mark for first time
[56 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
[56 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
[58 hours old]: It marks the first time the Chinese firm has outpaced its American rival for annual sales.

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

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

. How K-beauty went from a viral trend to an economic powerhouse
[51 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
[88 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
[97 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
[98 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
[107 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
[110 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
[110 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
[121 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
[134 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
[147 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
[149 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
[143 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
[139 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
[169 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
[157 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
[158 hours old]: Research from the motoring group also finds that only one in four claims results in a payout.

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

. Swedish workers trial 'friendship hour' to combat loneliness
[141 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
[313 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
[336 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?
[409 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?
[434 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
[443 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
[481 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
[505 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
[577 hours old]: Just a handful of companies can make cadmium zinc telluride, a material with powerful properties.

. Third of Londoners suffer 'hygiene poverty'
[16 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
[19 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?
[19 hours old]: Foodbank use and the fortunes of the hospitality trade will show if things are getting better or worse.

. Practical tips to save on energy bills this winter
[42 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'
[42 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?
[874 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?
[986 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
[1073 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
[1795 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
[1981 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

. The Inquiry
[89 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?
[400 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?
[419 hours old]: The Bank of England has cut interest rates from 4% to 3.75% - the lowest level since February 2023.