2026-01-03
Daily Star Front Page 3rd of January 2026
A heavyweight boxer avoided harm after swapping seats moments before a crash. The person who then drove allegedly had no valid licence and has been charged. Police are reviewing the circumstances.
A heavyweight boxer avoided harm after swapping seats moments before a crash. The person who then drove allegedly had no valid licence and has been charged. Police are reviewing the circumstances.
A fire at a nightclub in Crans-Montana, Switzerland, reportedly started by a sparkler in a Champagne bottle, killed at least 47 and injured 115 during New Year celebrations. Authorities are investigating potential safety failings, with some British guests feared among the victims.
Police are searching for a truck driver after a collision on a notorious Nigerian road involving a prominent boxer’s SUV. The athlete’s chauffeur is under investigation and could face charges after the incident led to a death.
Luke Littler’s mother, Lisa, defended the darts star after boos at Ally Pally, criticising hecklers and calling for respect. Sports figures and fans backed her, praising his composure and performances while urging a fairer atmosphere for competitors.
A British heavyweight boxer was involved in a car collision in Nigeria. He is safe, according to reports, while two people were killed. Authorities are investigating the cause, and his team is reviewing plans following the incident.
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.
A well-known filmmaker and his partner have lodged objections to a proposed 30‑pitch campsite in their village, arguing it would harm local character and increase traffic and noise. The planning application now rests with council officers.