UK economic growth rebounds in November
The economy grew by 0.3%, official figures show, after falling sharply in October. Source: BBC News
Almost half of family courts to allow reporting in England and Wales
A pilot scheme allowing journalists and bloggers into the courts in England and Wales is being extended. Source: BBC News
Donald Trump turns his legal battles into campaign spectacle
And he’s right. The Republican frontrunner has successfully transformed his multiple legal problems into his greatest political asset. At rallies, news conferences and in emails and text messages to voters and donors, he claims to be the victim of politically-motivated prosecutions orchestrated to try to stop him getting back into the White House. Source: BBC […]
A landmark moment for Rishi Sunak, but uncertainty abounds
The PM will face questions about the aim of military action in Yemen, our political editor writes. Source: BBC News
Hunter Biden pleads not guilty to federal tax charges
The US president’s son is accused of, among other things, tax evasion and filing false tax returns. Source: BBC News
I'm up for fight over nanny state accusations, says Keir Starmer
Labour wants to bring in supervised toothbrushing in schools and restrict junk food adverts. Source: BBC News
Huge ancient city found in the Amazon
The city was built 2,500 years ago but may have been abandoned after a volcanic eruption. Source: BBC News
Bill Belichick: Legendary New England Patriots coach set to leave after 23 years
The Patriots ended the regular season with a 4-13 record and finished last in the AFC East for the first time in 24 years, while 13 defeats is the most Belichick has endured during his 26-year head coaching career. His side have finished with losing records in three of the past four seasons and recorded […]
Pass rate falls for GCSE maths resits in England
“If a student has not grasped a key concept in maths, then it is difficult for them to do well in this subject,” he said – adding that schools and colleges have tried to help students catch up on “lost learning” because of the Covid pandemic, but have “constrained resources”. Source: BBC News
Jadon Sancho: Man Utd winger returns to Borussia Dortmund on loan
Manchester United winger Jadon Sancho has rejoined former club Borussia Dortmund on loan for the rest of the 2023-24 season. The 23-year-old moved to Old Trafford in a £73m deal from German club Dortmund in July 2021. He has not played for United since 26 August after falling out with manager Erik ten Hag and […]