Man City dominates Arsenal to win English League Cup and make statement in Premier League title race
Read full article: Man City dominates Arsenal to win English League Cup and make statement in Premier League title raceManchester City has won the English League Cup with a 2-0 victory over Arsenal in the final at Wembley Stadium.
Doctors want more women lifting weights. Experts say welcoming gyms and education would help
Read full article: Doctors want more women lifting weights. Experts say welcoming gyms and education would helpMore research is starting to show that women can benefit from lifting weights, perhaps even more than men.
Iran war halts Qatar helium output, threatening global tech supply chains
Read full article: Iran war halts Qatar helium output, threatening global tech supply chainsThe Iran war is tightening global tech supply chains by cutting off helium from Qatar, a key source of the gas used in advanced industries like chipmaking.
Check out soccer star Erling Haaland's latest business venture, in chess
Read full article: Check out soccer star Erling Haaland's latest business venture, in chessManchester City and Norway striker Erling Haaland wants to bring new audiences to chess after becoming a strategic investor in a world championship tour scheduled to launch next year.
Bank of England holds interest rates and hints of increases as Iran war jolts inflation outlook
Read full article: Bank of England holds interest rates and hints of increases as Iran war jolts inflation outlookThe Bank of England is holding its main interest rate at 3.75% in the wake of the oil and gas price hikes following the start of the Iran war.
Igor Thiago celebrates Brazil call-up with goal in Brentford draw with Wolves
Read full article: Igor Thiago celebrates Brazil call-up with goal in Brentford draw with WolvesIgor Thiago has celebrated his first call-up to the Brazil squad by scoring in Brentford’s 2-2 draw against Wolves in the Premier League.
Two long-lost episodes of 'Doctor Who' have been found. Fans will soon be able to watch them
Read full article: Two long-lost episodes of 'Doctor Who' have been found. Fans will soon be able to watch themA film charity has uncovered two episodes of sci-fi series “Doctor Who” that were long believed lost.
Lords a-leaving: Britain is ejecting hereditary nobles from Parliament after 700 years
Read full article: Lords a-leaving: Britain is ejecting hereditary nobles from Parliament after 700 yearsBritain is ending the centuries-old tradition of hereditary aristocrats sitting in Parliament’s House of Lords.
German media group Axel Springer will buy the publisher of UK's Daily Telegraph for $766 million
Read full article: German media group Axel Springer will buy the publisher of UK's Daily Telegraph for $766 millionGerman media group Axel Springer has agreed to buy the owner of Britain’s Daily Telegraph in a deal worth $766 million.
Rapper Ghetts sentenced to 12 years for hit-and-run that killed Nepali student
Read full article: Rapper Ghetts sentenced to 12 years for hit-and-run that killed Nepali studentBritish rapper Ghetts has been sentenced to 12 years in prison for killing a 20-year-old Nepali student in a hit-and-run in London last year.
Iran war casts a pall over UK economic update as stocks tank and oil and gas prices surge
Read full article: Iran war casts a pall over UK economic update as stocks tank and oil and gas prices surgeBritain’s Treasury chief Rachel Reeves has sought to present a rosy picture of the state of the U.K. economy, even as oil and gas prices soared in the wake of the fast-evolving Iran war that has cast a pall over the global economic outlook.
Jersey votes to approve assisted dying, as a similar UK bill stalls in House of Lords
Read full article: Jersey votes to approve assisted dying, as a similar UK bill stalls in House of LordsThe island of Jersey has voted to legalize assisted dying for some terminally ill adults, as a similar bill stalls in the U.K. Parliament.
British comedian Russell Brand pleads not guilty to new rape and sexual assault charges
Read full article: British comedian Russell Brand pleads not guilty to new rape and sexual assault chargesBritish comedian Russell Brand has pleaded not guilty to new rape and sexual assault charges in a London court.
Eze hurts Tottenham again to reignite Arsenal's title hopes and Liverpool grabs late winner
Read full article: Eze hurts Tottenham again to reignite Arsenal's title hopes and Liverpool grabs late winnerEberechi Eze has reignited Arsenal’s title ambitions in the Premier League by being the scourge of Tottenham once again.
'One Battle After Another' wins 6 prizes including best picture at Britain’s BAFTA film awards
Read full article: 'One Battle After Another' wins 6 prizes including best picture at Britain’s BAFTA film awardsPolitically charged action thriller “One Battle After Another” has won six prizes including best picture at Britain’s BAFTA film awards.
Arsenal routs Wigan 4-0 on no-surprise Sunday as Premier League teams advance to 5th round
Read full article: Arsenal routs Wigan 4-0 on no-surprise Sunday as Premier League teams advance to 5th roundArsenal enjoys a 4-0 rout of Wigan as five Premier League teams avoid upsets to reach the fifth round of the FA Cup on Sunday.
Britain's High Court says government acted illegally in outlawing protest group Palestine Action
Read full article: Britain's High Court says government acted illegally in outlawing protest group Palestine ActionBritain’s High Court has ruled that the government’s decision to outlawed the protest group Palestine Action as a terrorist organization was unlawful.
GOP senator says he's open to compromise on Trump’s nominee to chair the Federal Reserve
Read full article: GOP senator says he's open to compromise on Trump’s nominee to chair the Federal ReserveRepublican Sen. Thom Tillis from North Carolina suggests he could support a compromise that would allow the Senate Banking Committee to start hearings on Kevin Warsh, President Donald Trump’s nominee to chair the Federal Reserve.
Bank of England maintains interest rate at 3.75% with inflation still above target
Read full article: Bank of England maintains interest rate at 3.75% with inflation still above targetThe Bank of England is keeping its main interest rate unchanged at 3.75% with U.K. inflation remaining above target and economic growth is showing signs of picking up.
Charity founded by Sarah Ferguson shuts down after release of Epstein emails with former duchess
Read full article: Charity founded by Sarah Ferguson shuts down after release of Epstein emails with former duchessThe charity founded by Sarah Ferguson, the former Duchess of York, is shutting down following the release of emails showing the depth of her friendship with the late sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.
Brazil's Corinthians defeats Gotham FC 1-0 in Women’s Champions Cup semifinal
Read full article: Brazil's Corinthians defeats Gotham FC 1-0 in Women’s Champions Cup semifinalCorinthians captain Gabi Zanotti has scored late to help her team beat Gotham FC 1-0 in the semifinals of the inaugural Women’s Champions Cup intercontinental competition.
Traoré joins West Ham and says movie taught him about passion of the club's fans
Read full article: Traoré joins West Ham and says movie taught him about passion of the club's fansSpain winger Adama Traoré has joined West Ham from Fulham and says a movie about his new team taught him about the passion of its fans.
Elizabeth Hurley describes 'monstrous' privacy invasion by Daily Mail in British media hacking case
Read full article: Elizabeth Hurley describes 'monstrous' privacy invasion by Daily Mail in British media hacking caseElizabeth Hurley has accused the Daily Mail's publisher of tapping her phones and stealing her medical records.
‘Harry Potter and the Cursed Child’ to make Florida debut in Orlando. Here’s when
Read full article: ‘Harry Potter and the Cursed Child’ to make Florida debut in Orlando. Here’s when'Harry Potter and the Cursed Child' is set to debut in Orlando, marking its only Florida stop. The play, which follows Harry Potter's son Albus, explores themes of family dynamics and time travel as Albus befriends Draco Malfoy's son and faces the consequences of altering the past.
EU plans phase out of high risk telecom suppliers, in proposals seen as targeting China
Read full article: EU plans phase out of high risk telecom suppliers, in proposals seen as targeting ChinaThe European Union plans to phase out telecom gear from companies in "high risk" countries, targeting Chinese firms like Huawei and ZTE.
British leader says ’no option off the table’ as UK considers Australia-style teen social media ban
Read full article: British leader says ’no option off the table’ as UK considers Australia-style teen social media banThe British government is considering banning young teenagers from social media to protect them from harmful content and excessive screen time.
UK approves a ‘mega’ Chinese Embassy in London, despite criticism of security risks
Read full article: UK approves a ‘mega’ Chinese Embassy in London, despite criticism of security risksBritain’s government has approved a massive new Chinese Embassy in central London, despite strong criticism from lawmakers.
Trump slams UK deal to hand over Chagos Islands after he previously backed it
Read full article: Trump slams UK deal to hand over Chagos Islands after he previously backed itThe British government is defending its decision to transfer sovereignty of the Chagos Islands to Mauritius after U.S. President Donald Trump criticized the move.
Ja Morant scores 24 points in return to lineup as Grizzlies beat Magic 126-109 in London
Read full article: Ja Morant scores 24 points in return to lineup as Grizzlies beat Magic 126-109 in LondonJa Morant had 24 points and 13 assists in his return to the lineup to lead the Memphis Grizzlies to a 126-109 victory over the Orlando Magic in the first NBA regular-season game in London since 2019.
UK police chief who recommended ban of soccer fans of Israeli team Maccabi retires
Read full article: UK police chief who recommended ban of soccer fans of Israeli team Maccabi retiresA British police force chief has retired following criticism over a decision to ban Maccabi Tel Aviv fans from a match against Aston Villa last year.
Royal Opera sees generation change as Jakub Hrůša and Speranza Scappucci come in
Read full article: Royal Opera sees generation change as Jakub Hrůša and Speranza Scappucci come inThe Royal Opera in London is embracing a new era with Jakub Hrůša as music director and Speranza Scappucci as principal guest conductor.
The UK is watering down plans for mandatory digital ID cards after a backlash
Read full article: The UK is watering down plans for mandatory digital ID cards after a backlashThe British government has scaled back plans for mandatory digital ID cards, initially proposed as a way of helping control immigration.
The Latest: Trump says Iran proposed negotiations as hundreds killed in protests
Read full article: The Latest: Trump says Iran proposed negotiations as hundreds killed in protestsU.S. President Donald Trump says Iran has proposed negotiations following his threat to strike the country amid a crackdown on demonstrators.
Winter storm slams UK and France, disrupting travel and leaving tens of thousands without power
Read full article: Winter storm slams UK and France, disrupting travel and leaving tens of thousands without powerThousands of homes and businesses across northern France and southern England are without power and residents faced widespread travel delays after a storm swept in off the Atlantic.
Retired Orlando police officer shot, killed by father-in-law, affidavit shows
Read full article: Retired Orlando police officer shot, killed by father-in-law, affidavit showsA retired Orlando police officer who was shot and killed on New Year’s Day was shot by his father-in-law, according to an affidavit.
Hollywood starts 2026 with 'Avatar: Fire and Ash' No. 1, as James Cameron's sci-fi epic crosses $1B
Read full article: Hollywood starts 2026 with 'Avatar: Fire and Ash' No. 1, as James Cameron's sci-fi epic crosses $1BHollywood kicked off 2026 with “Avatar: Fire and Ash” atop the box office for the third straight week and with hopes for a blockbuster-filled year after a disappointing 2025.
Chelsea's interim coach says players 'really focused' on Man City after Maresca exit
Read full article: Chelsea's interim coach says players 'really focused' on Man City after Maresca exitCalum McFarlane says he’s had a “whirlwind” 24 hours at Chelsea since being elevated from under-21s coach to interim manager and then tasked with facte Pep Guardiola and Manchester City on Sunday.
Arsenal will end the year top of the Premier League after 4-1 statement win over Villa
Read full article: Arsenal will end the year top of the Premier League after 4-1 statement win over VillaArsenal ensures it will end the year top of the Premier League after beating Aston Villa 4-1 at home in a powerful statement win with all goals scored in the second half.
Channel Tunnel disruption affects Eurostar and vehicle shuttle between France and England
Read full article: Channel Tunnel disruption affects Eurostar and vehicle shuttle between France and EnglandPower problems and a stuck train have interrupted rail traffic through the Channel Tunnel connecting the U.K. and continental Europe.
Hollywood stars Idris Elba, Cynthia Erivo recognized in New Year's honor's list
Read full article: Hollywood stars Idris Elba, Cynthia Erivo recognized in New Year's honor's listBritons ranging from Hollywood stars Idris Elba and Cynthia Erivo to a 102-year-old judo instructor have been named in King Charles III’s New Year’s honors list, an annual tradition that recognizes people for their contributions to U.K. public life.
Arsenal beats Crystal Palace in penalty shootout to reach League Cup semifinals
Read full article: Arsenal beats Crystal Palace in penalty shootout to reach League Cup semifinalsArsenal will face Chelsea in the English League Cup semifinals after beating Crystal Palace 8-7 on penalties following a 1-1 draw in normal time.
Prince William brings his son to the same homeless shelter he first visited with Princess Diana
Read full article: Prince William brings his son to the same homeless shelter he first visited with Princess DianaPrince William and his son, Prince George, have helped make Christmas lunch at a homeless shelter.
Children's author David Walliams denies inappropriate behavior after publisher drops him
Read full article: Children's author David Walliams denies inappropriate behavior after publisher drops himBritish children's author and comedian David Walliams has denied allegations of inappropriate behavior after HarperCollins decided not to publish his future books.
Bank of England cuts key interest rate from 4% to 3.75%
Read full article: Bank of England cuts key interest rate from 4% to 3.75%The Bank of England has cut its key interest rate for the first time in four months as stubbornly high inflation that has plagued British consumers and businesses starts to ease.
UK gives Abramovich last chance to give Chelsea sale proceeds to victims of Russia's war in Ukraine
Read full article: UK gives Abramovich last chance to give Chelsea sale proceeds to victims of Russia's war in UkraineThe British government says it has given Russian billionaire Roman Abramovich a final chance to hand over 2.5 billion pounds or $3.25 billion to the victims of Russia's war in Ukraine.
Every major update from the first two episodes of Taylor Swift's Disney+ Eras Tour docuseries
Read full article: Every major update from the first two episodes of Taylor Swift's Disney+ Eras Tour docuseriesThe first two episodes of Taylor Swift's six-episode docuseries “The End of an Era” will premiere on Disney+ Friday.
Iceland becomes 5th country to boycott Eurovision Song Contest over Israel's participation
Read full article: Iceland becomes 5th country to boycott Eurovision Song Contest over Israel's participationIceland's national broadcaster has announced it will boycott next year's Eurovision Song Contest due to discord over Israel's participation.
Rainbow flag moved to new location at Tottenham's stadium after Slavia Prague request
Read full article: Rainbow flag moved to new location at Tottenham's stadium after Slavia Prague requestTottenham says a rainbow flag showing support for the LGBTQ+ community has been moved to a new location inside the team's stadium for the Champions League match against Sparta Prague following a request from the Czech club.
UK and Norway will mount joint naval patrols to protect undersea cables and hunt Russian submarines
Read full article: UK and Norway will mount joint naval patrols to protect undersea cables and hunt Russian submarinesBritain and Norway have announced joint naval patrols to protect undersea cables from Russia.
Crystal Fabergé egg crafted for Russian royalty shatters record and sells for $30.2 million
Read full article: Crystal Fabergé egg crafted for Russian royalty shatters record and sells for $30.2 millionA rare Fabergé egg crafted for Russia’s ruling family before the revolution has sold for more $30 million.
Airbus says most A320 jets now have software fix, with less than 100 planes still needing update
Read full article: Airbus says most A320 jets now have software fix, with less than 100 planes still needing updateAirbus has updated most of its 6,000 A320 passenger jets to fix a software glitch that could affect flight controls.
UK leader Starmer backs Treasury chief over claims she misled the public about the economy
Read full article: UK leader Starmer backs Treasury chief over claims she misled the public about the economyBritish Prime Minister Keir Starmer has defended his Treasury chief Rachel Reeves against claims she misled the public about government finances before last week's tax-hiking budget.
Arsenal held by 10-man Chelsea, Isak sets up much-needed Liverpool win and Man United beats Palace
Read full article: Arsenal held by 10-man Chelsea, Isak sets up much-needed Liverpool win and Man United beats PalaceMikel Merino has salvaged a 1-1 draw for Arsenal at 10-man Chelsea as the race for the Premier League title tightens.
Tom Stoppard, sparkling playwright who won an Oscar for 'Shakespeare In Love,' dies at 88
Read full article: Tom Stoppard, sparkling playwright who won an Oscar for 'Shakespeare In Love,' dies at 88British playwright Tom Stoppard, who won an Academy Award for the screenplay for 1998’s “Shakespeare In Love” has died.
A crystal Fabergé egg crafted for Russian royalty is expected to sell for more than $26 million
Read full article: A crystal Fabergé egg crafted for Russian royalty is expected to sell for more than $26 millionA rare Fabergé egg crafted for Russia’s ruling family before the revolution is going up for auction.
‘Wicked: For Good’ is even more popular than the first, soaring to a $226 million global debut
Read full article: ‘Wicked: For Good’ is even more popular than the first, soaring to a $226 million global debutUniversal Pictures' "Wicked: For Good" has taken the box office by storm, earning an estimated $150 million in North America and $226 million globally in its opening weekend.
'Too little, too late:' Former UK government slammed for its initial COVID-19 response
Read full article: 'Too little, too late:' Former UK government slammed for its initial COVID-19 responseA public inquiry has criticized the U_K_'s initial COVID-19 response in early 2020 as “too little, too late.”.
Warner Music and AI startup Udio settle copyright battle and ink license deal
Read full article: Warner Music and AI startup Udio settle copyright battle and ink license dealWarner Music Group has resolved its copyright dispute with Udio and signed a deal to collaborate on a new AI song creation service.
UK warns Russia it's ready to deal with any incursion after spy ship is spotted
Read full article: UK warns Russia it's ready to deal with any incursion after spy ship is spottedBritain has warned Russia it is ready to handle any incursion into its territory after the spy ship Yantar was detected near U.K. waters.
Ariana Grande and Cher team up for 'SNL' in December. Josh O'Connor gets a hosting turn, too
Read full article: Ariana Grande and Cher team up for 'SNL' in December. Josh O'Connor gets a hosting turn, tooNBC's “Saturday Night Live” has announced its December lineup, featuring Ariana Grande as host on Dec. 20.