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WORLD

I spent six months with Nato troops in Afghanistan – Trump’s wrong; they were the front line
Winter storm live updates: East Coast’s major cities could see a foot of snow as system moves across the US
‘Mushy’ Bari Weiss announces she’s pausing her ‘Honestly’ podcast ‘for a few short months’
Ex-Olympian Ryan Wedding arrested after being on FBI’s Most Wanted list
Trooper and deputy almost wiped out by car while helping stranded driver at night

UK

Prince Harry hits out at Trump over false claims on British troops in Afghanistan
Starmer demands Trump apology over ‘appalling’ false claims on UK troops in Afghanistan
Could Keir Starmer survive an Andy Burnham leadership challenge?
Burnham warned not to ‘rock the boat’ with Starmer leadership challenge
Former councillor admits drugging and raping ex-wife for more than 10 years

SPORTS

Everton tie down James Garner to new long-term contract amid risk of losing him for free
NBA star who makes $11 million is sued for $28,000 after allegedly damaging his rental condo with improper laundry techniques
UFC 324 fighter Cameron Smotherman faints and falls face first during weigh-ins
Paddy Pimblett vs Justin Gaethje: UFC 324 UK time, how to watch, and fight card in full
Steve Borthwick targets title tilt after revealing England’s Six Nations squad

BUSINESS

FTSE 100 flatlines as gold and silver gleam again
Say hello to Bitpanda – Europe’s leading crypto investment platform
McLaren awarded around £9m after High Court claim against Alex Palou
Lloyds set to see annual profits rise despite motor finance hit
The smart moment to get ahead of your business budget

TECH






SCI

New study challenges claim about microplastics in the human body
Groundbreaking comparative study reveals best treatment for diabetes
An ancient forest is the last stand for a tiny hummingbird facing extinction
The dilemma facing Australia’s koala conservationists – too many koalas
Experts issue warning over use of salt to tackle snow and ice at home

POLITICS

Starmer demands Trump apology over ‘appalling’ false claims on UK troops in Afghanistan
Could Keir Starmer survive an Andy Burnham leadership challenge?
Burnham warned not to ‘rock the boat’ with Starmer leadership challenge
Watch: Starmer reacts to Trump’s ‘insulting’ claims over British troops in Afghanistan
Trump’s FBI director ‘wanted to go to Premier League game instead of meeting MI5’

HEALTH

What is a cortisol cocktail? The drink that claims to reduce stress and boost energy
Jaime King says Austin Sosa’s divorce filing ‘came out of nowhere’: ‘I was blindsided’
Traitors star Ron Funches reveals he’s been diagnosed with autism after viewers raised suspicions
New research is leading to the possibility of preventing rheumatoid arthritis
I’m a microbiologist. Here’s how often you should wash your sheets

ENTERTAIN

The Traitors 2026 final live: Rachel’s fate hangs in the balance as fans spot ‘fatal’ mistake
Alex Honnold live updates: Free solo climber attempting to scale Taipei skyscraper without ropes
Amanda Knox confronts prosecutor who sent her to prison in new documentary
Robbie Williams breaks The Beatles’ record to make UK music history
Could you spot a traitor? The sign that can confuse lying and nerves
 
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