A well-known figure has publicly distanced himself from his parents, claiming they lied and tried to sabotage his relationship. He issued an online statement severing ties and urging respect for his private life.
Nurses are uniting to challenge what they say is NHS disregard of a court ruling on biological sex. They call for clear guidance, protection for staff who raise concerns, and stronger safeguarding for women’s spaces. Health leaders face growing pressure to change policy.
Labour plans tighter controls on youth social media use, with a possible under-16 ban. The proposals would mandate robust age checks and curb addictive features on platforms like TikTok and Instagram, aiming to protect mental health and strengthen online safety.
Washington reaffirmed a threat to take control of Greenland, raising tensions with Europe. Copenhagen rejected pressure, and Berlin said it would not be blackmailed. The dispute risks deepening trade friction and unsettling markets, with signs of investors trimming US exposure.
Donald Trump linked threats over Greenland to being denied the Nobel prize, warning of tariffs on European imports unless objections ceased. In messages to Nordic leaders he hinted at taking control of the island. The PM called for calm with allies and ruled out backing any coercive action.
Trump said he no longer thinks purely about peace and refused to rule out military action to take Greenland, a Danish territory. The remarks, ahead of Davos, drew criticism in Europe and revived tensions over transatlantic security and Nato burden-sharing.
The Government will consult on restricting social media access for under-16s, signalling a U-turn after the PM previously ruled out a ban. Options reportedly include an outright prohibition, night-time curfews, time limits and curbs on addictive features, modelled on Australia’s approach.
UK-US ties have slumped to their lowest point since Suez, with intelligence sharing reportedly at risk. Tensions follow Washington’s bid to acquire Greenland and new tariffs on British goods. The PM moves to shore up cooperation amid Arctic security concerns, while UK firms rush shipments to beat duties.
Donald Trump revived talk of the US acquiring Greenland, linking it to grievances over being overlooked for a Nobel prize. Norway’s PM said the award is independent of government. Danish and Greenlandic leaders rejected any sale, stirring unease among allies.
The PM warns a row over new US tariffs risks a damaging downward spiral for transatlantic trade. He will deliver an emergency statement on Greenland, urging allied coordination to protect British interests and pursue a negotiated, rules‑based path to de‑escalate tensions.
Downing Street races to avert a trade clash after Donald Trump vowed 10% tariffs on countries opposing his bid to control Greenland. The PM is coordinating with the EU on a possible £80bn retaliation, has urged de-escalation in a call, and faces pressure to cancel the King’s planned US visit.
European leaders warn Donald Trump’s tariff threats against allies rejecting his Greenland bid risk a dangerous downward spiral, straining transatlantic ties and undermining NATO cohesion. UK figures said the approach is wrong and harmful to Western unity.
The US President threatened new tariffs on countries opposing his push to acquire Greenland, prompting condemnation from the PM and support for Denmark. Parties urged the government to ask the King to cancel his planned US visit, insisting Britain should not reward such pressure.
The PM challenged President Trump over a plan to claim Greenland and to impose tariffs on allies who resist, amid warnings NATO could slide into crisis. The EU is preparing an £81bn response to possible US trade moves, while ministers rejected calls to cancel the King’s planned state visit.
EU leaders are weighing €93bn in tariffs on US goods after Trump threatened economic pressure over Greenland. In a call, the PM told him targeting allies is unacceptable. Brussels is also exploring tighter limits on US firms’ access to EU contracts as part of a coordinated response.
A maraca-wielding dancer from a famed Manchester band urges optimism on Blue Monday, encouraging people to stay active, enjoy music and focus on small wins. The message is to find positives in everyday life to lift your mood throughout the week.
Tea breaks are vanishing as workers skip time away from their desks, a survey finds. Most say short breaks lift mood and productivity, yet workplace culture discourages them. A campaign backed by Three UK and a mental health charity urges employers to normalise regular brews and conversations.
The EU plans €93bn in retaliatory tariffs after US threats tied to pressure over Greenland. It is also weighing curbs on some American firms. The PM told the president that using punitive levies to force a sale would be wrong, with leaders set to press the case at Davos.
Brussels is preparing €93bn in retaliatory tariffs on US goods to counter threats linked to Greenland. The plan is leverage ahead of Davos, seeking a White House climbdown and warning that continued tensions risk damaging transatlantic trade and security ties.