Brigitte Bardot has died aged 91. The French actor, known for And God Created Woman, later dedicated herself to animal welfare campaigning. Tributes note her enduring influence on European cinema and her decades of activism.

At Anfield, Diogo Jota’s young sons led the side out as mascots in a tribute to the forward. Wearing shirts with his name and No 20, they were joined by his team-mates and family as supporters honoured his memory after his recent death.

Oxford scientists are developing a vaccine to train the immune system to detect abnormal cells, aiming to prevent a broad range of cancers. Early findings are positive, with hopes for availability within a decade, pending rigorous trials and regulatory approval.

A long‑running rift in a high‑profile celebrity family overshadowed Christmas: the eldest son stayed away while his parents celebrated by singing a 90s pop hit. He appeared to post a pointed message online, fuelling talk that relations remain strained.