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  1. Work continues to fix Eurostar and Eurotunnel issue after thousands hit by travel chaos

    Passengers were left stranded and looking for alternative routes after power issues in the Channel Tunnel.
  2. Chris Mason: Why 2026 is Keir Starmer's make or break year

    With devolved elections coming up, questions over Labour’s direction and internal 'campaigning' already underway according to some insiders, where does this all leave the prime minister?
  3. Mum and children who died in Boxing Day fire named

    Fionnghuala Shearman and her daughter Eve and son Ohner died in the house fire on Boxing Day.
  4. Thieves use drill to steal €30m in German bank heist

    Gelsenkirchen Police say thieves used the "quiet" days after Christmas to break into the high street branch.
  5. My son was given world's most expensive gene therapy drug - now he can walk

    Five-year-old Edward can walk independently, his mum says, and she hopes he will lead a happy life.
  6. British-Egyptian dissident appears to endorse 'smear campaign' claims

    Alaa Abd El Fattah has faced backlash over old social media posts where he called for the killing of Zionists.
  7. Flight to edge of space left me harassed and depressed

    Blue Origin's all-female crew, which included scientist Amanda Nguyen, was launched into space in April.
  8. The 'thorny' issues that threaten to derail a Russia-Ukraine peace deal

    Two of the main sticking points involve territory and the fate of Europe's biggest nuclear plant, which is currently occupied by Russia.
  9. Tatiana Schlossberg, granddaughter of John F Kennedy, dies aged 35

    She shared her cancer diagnosis in an essay last month, writing that she had less than a year to live.
  10. Protests spread across Iran for third day after currency hits record low

    The Iranian rial hit a record low against the US dollar on Sunday, prompting shopkeepers in Tehran to stage protests, which have quickly spread.
  11. Pensioner 'carried on roof of car' and killed in crash

    Kent Police is urging people to contact them if they have information about the crash in Gillingham.
  12. Female artists (and Oasis) drove UK music sales in 2025

    Taylor Swift was the biggest-seller, with Olivia Dean and Sabrina Carpenter also topping the charts.
  13. Wuthering Heights and other stand out films

    We look ahead to 20 notable films to watch for in 2026, from Oscar hopefuls to potential blockbusters.
  14. Hotly anticipated books to see you through the year

    Fictional gems, debut thillers, cracking biographies and everything in between.
  15. The style trends set for the high street

    These are some of the biggest trends you can expect to see hitting stores in the new year.
  16. Some of the best TV in years is to come

    We look ahead to 18 notable shows and events to look out for in 2026, from drama to sport.
  17. What growing up in war does to a child's brain - and how it really affects them years later

    Fergal Keane has met thousands of traumatised children while reporting on conflicts. Here, he researches the long-term effect on them - and what, if anything, can help.
  18. The Papers: 'Eurostar chaos' and Anthony Joshua's 'mum at his bedside'

    Thousands of people hit by travel chaos and Anthony Joshua recovering from Nigeria car crash lead today's papers.
  19. Cynthia Erivo's journey from nativity play solo to MBE

    The London-born superstar is made an MBE in the New Year's Honours list for her musical and acting work.
  20. Why did Edinburgh become the home of Hogmanay?

    The history of New Year's Eve street parties in Edinburgh goes back centuries.
  21. Do saunas really boost your health?

    Saunas and cold water swims are booming, but what does science actually say about the benefits?
  22. Israel to bar 37 aid groups from Gaza

    The move was criticised by foreign ministers from from 10 countries including the UK, who said the new rules were "restrictive" and "unacceptable".
  23. Man held after five people attacked in hospital

    Five people are treated by paramedics after they were assaulted in a hospital in Merseyside.
  24. George Clooney, wife Amal and their twins awarded French citizenship

    The Hollywood actor and his wife, Amal, purchased their home in the south of France in 2021.
  25. More artists cancel Kennedy Center shows after Trump name change

    A jazz group cancels their New Year’s Eve shows at the Washington arts institution, days after a Christmas Eve concert was called off.
  26. Anthony Joshua in stable condition after Nigeria car crash that killed two friends

    The British heavyweight boxer suffered minor injuries in the crash, which killed two team members and close friends.
  27. French right pushes for national tribute to film star Brigitte Bardot

    A petition for a national homage to Brigitte Bardot - who died on Sunday - attracts more than 23,000 signatures.
  28. Labour criticises Tory shadow minister for representing Abramovich

    Labour says it is "indefensible" for Lord Wolfson to keep his role while acting as a lawyer for the Russian billionaire.
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  30. The Newscast Review of the Year 2025

    The biggest events of the year and what it was like on the inside as they happened.
  31. Were our 2025 predictions right?

    The Americast team open the annual end-of-year time capsule.
  32. The blockbuster action movie with Tom Holland and Zendaya

    Peter Parker wants people to forget he is Spider-Man, but Dr Strange’s spell goes wrong.
  33. 'It's all going right for Arsenal' - can they make it count this time?

    Arsenal end 2025 with a statement win and clear at the top of the Premier League - can they make it count this time?
  34. Man Utd 'lack quality, fluidity and chances' - and 'expect better'

    Manchester United's players "expect better" than drawing 1-1 at home to Wolves, says stand-in captain Lisandro Martinez.
  35. Anderson beats Van Gerwen to reach quarter-finals

    Gary Anderson gets the better of long-standing rival Michael van Gerwen to reach the PDC World Championship quarter-finals.
  36. A sombre and sobering end to the year - Bunce on fatal crash

    BBC Radio 5 Live's boxing analyst Steve Bunce on the fatal car accident that killed two of Anthony Joshua's close friends.
  37. Not Semenyo's 'last game', says Iraola as Man City close in

    Manchester City are close to agreeing terms with Bournemouth to sign Antoine Semenyo for £65m, but Andoni Iraola insists the forward has "definitely not" played his last game for the Cherries.