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Exclusive: Nearly two-thirds of Labour voters say that with Donald Trump about to enter the White House, they back closer post-Brexit connections to Europe Starmer warned not to cosy up to Trump as new poll shows Labour voters want closer EU ties instead  Sir Keir Starmer has been warned not to “cosy up to the White House” as a new poll shows nearly two in three Labour voters believe he should build closer economic and security ties to Europe as Donald Trump returns to power. The same proportion of Labour voters, 67 per cent, say they are “worried” about the…

Lord Hermer has faced questions over the government’s decision to open the door to potential compensation for imprisoning another of his clients Gerry Adams, during the Troubles. Starmer’s attorney general in row over Chagos refugees  The attorney general is embroiled in a fresh row after it emerged asylum seekers he represented as a lawyer were granted a “one-off ” deal to come to Britain from the Chagos Islands months after he joined the government. Lord Hermer unsuccessfully took the UK government to court in 2023 on behalf of five Sri Lankan asylum seekers. The group, along with dozens more, had…

Neighbours ‘hope and pray sisters found safe’ Missing Aberdeen sisters latest: Police reveal eerie final text sent to landlady at same time as last sighting A major police update has revealed a final eerie text was sent from the phone of one of the missing Aberdeen sisters at the same time as the last sighting of the pair. The pair’s landlady received the message from Henrietta Huszti’s phone, which indicated they would not be returning to their flat, at 2.12am on 7 January from the area of Victoria Bridge. The phone was then disconnected from the network and has not…

February 2025 dates for benefits and pensions as DWP PIP cuts rumoured  With 2025 well underway, millions continue to look for ways to keep household costs low as new expenses seem to wait around every corner. Household bills, groceries, mortgages and rents have all hit record highs over the past year, as the country navigates the ongoing cost of living crisis. Chancellor Rachel Reeves had a bumpy start to the year, as the pound slumped and government bonds hit new highs. However, inflation also saw a slight 0.1 per cent drop in December, bringing it to 2.5 per cent, while…

Vet Amir Anwary went viral on TikTok for his hot takes on dog breeds Five dog breeds you shouldn’t own as a pet, according to a vet  A vet has given his “brutally honest” advice about the five dog breeds that he would advise pet owners to think twice about owning. In a divisive new video, which has three million views on TikTok, South African vet Amir Anwary shared his top five breeds that might seem like the perfect fit for pet owners lives, but can lead to expensive vet bills and stressful lifestyle changes. As a result, he would…

Mr Trump’s swearing-in as the 47th president is set to be followed by scores of executive orders and a massive shift in domestic and global policy as allies hail his Maga revolution while critics fear a resurgence of fascism Trump to start ‘two year race’ to change America and the world as he returns to the White House Donald Trump and his team will be in “a two-year race” to change the US – and the world – from the moment he is inaugurated inside the Capitol on Monday. Sources close to the 47th president of the United States of…

Santander already announced it was cutting more than 1,400 jobs across its UK business Santander ‘considering quitting the UK’ after two decades on the high street Santander is reportedly reviewing its presence on the British high street after shedding hundreds of jobs in the last year. The UK arm of the bank has seen lower returns than overseas markets, according to the Financial Times, and the company is said to be considering a number of options. A former executive said Santander UK had caused ‘frustrations’ within the wider group in recent years for a number of reasons including ‘its persistently…

Exclusive: Maria Juliana Marquez Monsalve says she was forced to pay over £700 for new flights to the UK after airline refused to let her board Woman stranded in Brazil after airline ‘refuses to allow her to board flight home to UK with eVisa’  A woman says she was left stranded in Brazil when airline staff refused to let her board her flight home to the UK after refusing to accept her eVisa. Maria Juliana Marquez Monsalve, 29, claims staff at Belem International airport told her she needed in-date physical proof of her immigration status to travel rather than an…

The former Labour leader was accused of breaking through police lines at the Palestine Solidarity Campaign in central London Jeremy Corbyn and John McDonnell interviewed by police under caution after attending pro-Palestine rally  Jeremy Corbyn and John McDonnell agreed to be interviewed by police under caution after they appeared at a pro-Palestine rally in central London. The former Labour leader and his former shadow chancellor were among hundreds of people who attended a Palestine Solidarity Campaign (PSC) protest on Saturday, that resulted in 77 arrests. Police claim demonstrators broke through a police line as they marched from a rally in…

Labour chancellor will try to attract overseas investment at World Economic Forum meeting this week while row rages at home over tax changes for millionaire foreign nationals living in the UK Reeves blasted over Davos investment drive while millionaire non-doms desert the UK  Labour has been accused of trying to have it both ways as Rachel Reeves jets off to Davos to try to attract foreign investment while new figures show a millionaire leaves the country every 45 minutes. The chancellor will travel to the World Economic Forum’s annual meeting in the Swiss ski resort this week hoping to attract…

An advert promoting the controversial Scientology religion at a London Tube station has caused shock and disbelief among commuters. The poster, which encourages Londoners to find out more about the group, was spotted over the weekend at a Tube platform. Scientology has been labelled a ‘cult’ by critics, and has been criticised for its claims about mental health, its finances and even abusive practices. The Tube advert says in large writing ‘I’m a Scientologist’, accompanied by the picture of a cinematographer called Robert. The billboard hopes to spark the interest of commuters, asking ‘Curious?’ before directing them to the religion’s website.…

The long-awaited ceasefire in Gaza has come into force after a delay of nearly three hours, and thousands of Gazans are beginning to return home. The first three Israeli female hostages are expected to be freed later – Hamas has named them as 31-year-old Doron Steinbrecher, dual British-Israeli Emily Damari, 28, and 24-year-old Romi Gonen.

Several thousand Pro-Palestinian supporters have taken part in a demonstration in central London. The rally – the latest UK protest organised by the Palestine Solidarity Campaign (PSC) since the war in Gaza began in 2023 – comes as Israel and Hamas agreed to a ceasefire and hostage release deal.

TikTok has gone offline in the US, hours before a new law banning the platform was due to come into effect. A message appearing on the app for US users said a law banning TikTok had been enacted, meaning “you can’t use TikTok for now”.

A roundup of last night’s Premier League matches dominates the UK news. Arsenal threw away a 2-0 lead at home to draw 2-2 with Aston Villa, potentially throwing away any chances of winning the title. Liverpool beat Brentford 2-0 yesterday, going six points clear at the top of the table.

World-first urine test ‘detects lung cancer’ Scientists have created a first-of-its-kind urine test which they say catches lung cancer early, potentially improving outcomes for the millions of people who will go on to develop the disease. Created by the University of Cambridge, England, the test identifies ‘zombie’ cell proteins in urine. These proteins can be markers of tissue changes that occur long before lung cancer becomes visible through scans or physical symptoms. Researchers developed an injectable sensor that interacts with the ‘zombie’ cell proteins and releases an easily detectable compound into urine, signalling their presence. Traditional techniques used for early…

A mostly cloudy day, with a risk of drizzle and snow grains in the south where cloud is thick enough. Some brighter spells possible in in the north and west, although patchy rain in the far west later. Chilly. Tonight: Cloudy for most with patchy rain across western Scotland and Northern Ireland easing by dawn. Turning chilly with some mist and fog, especially under any clear spells.

Gladiator cop prove over woman stalker The Sun on Sunday reports a “cop probe” into allegations of stalking against Alex Gray, known as Apollo from the TV show Gladiators. Enhanced security measures were reportedly implemented after harassment incidents on set in Sheffield.

The new normal in the NHS A special report by the Sunday Mirror highlights pressures on the NHS, showing overcrowded emergency departments and ambulance handover delays. One doctor described the current level of care as “exhausting,” though the report notes that some hospitals are performing better than the national average.

‘Reeves debt’ would fund 300,000 nurses The Sunday Express critiques Chancellor Rachel Reeves’ budget, calling it “chaos unleashed.” The analysis suggests her plans could cost the country the equivalent of 300,000 nurses’ salaries, with borrowing projected to increase by £12bn. Reeves has defended her approach, promising to drive economic growth “further and faster.”

Third of pupils now get extra time in exams The Sunday Times reveals a sharp increase in students receiving extra time for exams, with nearly 420,000 pupils benefiting this year. Some educators express concerns that the system is being exploited, while others attribute the rise to increased recognition of special educational needs.

Gaza ceasefire on a knife edge The front page of The Independent leads on the ceasefire set to come into effect today. The paper notes that Israeli PM Netanyahu has warned it won’t go ahead unless Hamas provide a list of hostages that are due to be released and Netanyahu’s warning that Israel has the right to return to war. An image of Israeli demonstrators in Tel Aviv last night ahead of the truce makes the front page.

Team Trump’s revenge on Starmer for ‘meddling’ in U.S. election The Mail on Sunday reports claims that members of Donald Trump’s team are backing Reform UK leader Nigel Farage in his bid for prime minister. The support is said to be in response to Labour’s involvement in Kamala Harris’s campaign during the U.S. presidential election.

Sunday’s front pages cover a variety of domestic and international stories, including the upcoming ceasefire in the Israel-Gaza conflict and reports on Donald Trump’s inauguration on Monday.

Several papers report on domestic politics, with the latest poll showing that Reform UK is closing in on Labour and Conservatives. The NHS, the UK economy and education also lead the papers.

Last night’s Premier League matches make up the back pages as Arteta’s Arsenal throw away a 2-0 lead – and possibly the title race.

Listeria can cause flu like symptoms and even meningitis in severe cases Shoppers warned do not eat bacteria infested cheddar cheese from Lidl Lidl has issued an urgent recall of infected cheddar cheese over fears it can cause flu-like symptoms and severe infections to babies, the elderly and pregnant women. Some Deluxe Sriracha Cheddar Cheese Wedges, sold in branches of the budget supermarket in Northern Ireland, were found to contain a dangerous bacteria called Listeria monocytogenes. The batches of the spicy cheese being recalled have a best before date of May 5, Lidl said in posters being put up in…

The march comes after police curtailed organisers’ plans to walk past the BBC headquarters More than 70 arrested at pro-Palestine rally in London ahead of Israel-Hamas ceasefire  More than 70 pro-Palestinian protesters have been arrested in Trafalgar Square on suspicion of breaching protest conditions after demonstrators broke through a police line as they marched from a rally in Whitehall. The Palestine Solidarity Campaign (PSC) protest on Saturday was adjusted to be a static rally after police curtailed organisers’ plans for a march past the BBC headquarters in Portland Place, which is close to a major synagogue. But thousands of demonstrators,…

Survivors of sexual violence among emotional demonstrators brought together in fight for equality when women’s rights under threat globally Tens of thousands take to streets across UK to march in solidarity with oppressed women around world Survivors of sexual violence were among the tens of thousands who have taken to the streets across the UK to march in solidarity with all oppressed women and girls around the world. Around 5,000 demonstrators walked alongside loved ones and strangers in London on Saturday, shouting chants like “My body, my choice,” and “What do we want? Safety. When do we want it? Now,”…

President-elect has recently ramped up threats over his desire for the US to gain control of Greenland and the Panama Canal Badenoch claims Trump ‘will be a force for good in the world’ as UK braces for possible tariff war Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch has claimed Donald Trump will be a “force for good in the world”, days after Business secretary Jonathan Reynolds warned a “tariff war” inspired by the next US President could lead to higher inflation and unemployment. The danger posed by potential US tariffs is greater for the UK than other comparable countries, Mr Reynolds warned, as…