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Business concerns as Abingdon reservoir consultation ends
Thames Water plans a £7.5bn reservoir to serve 15 million customers across south-east England.
Football gossip: White, Bobb, Gallager, Osula, Ramon, Tel, Upamecano
Everton are eyeing a move for Ben White, Borussia Dortmund monitoring Oscar Bobb's situation at Manchester City, Tottenham remain interested in Conor Gallagher, plus more.
"Very real possibility" American businesses take a financial stake in Venezuelan oil, energy secretary says
Eilish McColgan reclaims women's 10km European record in Valencia
Briton Eilish McColgan reclaims her women's European 10km record by winning in Valencia in a time of 30 minutes seven seconds.
Climate change has now shrunk US salaries by 12%. And worse is to come | BBC Science Focus Magazine
No matter where you live, a new study has found warmer temperatures are picking your pocket
Leeds University moonsighting project unites science and religion
The project hopes to end 'moon wars' between Mosques across the UK.
Sabalenka beats Kostyuk to win third Brisbane title
World number one Aryna Sabalenka prepares for the Australian Open with a 6-4 6-3 victory over Marta Kostyuk to win a third Brisbane International title.
Business rates used as grants to improve Maidstone shopfronts
Maidstone Borough Council is offering businesses up to £10,000 to help boost footfall.
Julie Blakstad: Tottenham's new signing on unfinished business in WSL
Tottenham's new signing Julie Blakstad is aiming to make her mark on the Women's Super League second time around after a difficult spell with Manchester City.
Football gossip: Rashford, Abraham, Tyjon, Vinicius Jr, Scalvini, Glasner
Barcelona want Marcus Rashford to stay beyond his loan, Aston Villa eyeing a return for Tammy Abraham, Manchester United hoping to beat Arsenal and sign teenager Igor Tyjon, plus more.
FA Cup: Macclesfield make history on emotional day
Non-league Macclesfield made FA Cup history by knocking out holders Crystal Palace on a memorable but emotional day - their victory achieved against a backdrop of tragedy.
Champions Cup: Bulls 49-61 Bristol - Bears win astonishing 16-try contest
Bristol Bears qualify for the Champions Cup knockout stage by winning an astonishing 16-try contest with the Bulls in Pretoria.
Chukwuani nears Rangers deal & Gillespie set for CEO role
Rangers are set to announce the signing of midfielder Tochi Chukwuani from Austrian club Sturm Graz before Sunday's game at Aberdeen and confirm St Mirren vice-chairman Jim Gillespie as their new chief executive early next week.
Lindsey Vonn wins second downhill ski World Cup title of season
Alpine skiing great Lindsey Vonn continues her remarkable comeback with her second downhill World Cup title of the season in Zauchensee, Austria.
Alex Scott & Maya Le Tissier win Guernsey Sports Commission award
Footballers Maya Le Tissier and Alex Scott jointly win the Guernsey Sports Commission's top award for 2025.
We’ve finally found the mental ‘brake’ behind procrastination | BBC Science Focus Magazine
A pesky “motivation brake” may control when we can be bothered to do something, and when we’d rather put it off.
‘If we open, we have to start over from scratch.’ Businesses still stuck a year after the L.A. fires
One year after the fires, some businesses are rebuilding while others have given up.
Bethell had cricket in his blood, says ex-teacher
Jacob Bethell, who went to Rugby School, scored his maiden Test century during the fifth Ashes Test.
Your next primary care doctor could be online only, accessed through an AI tool
The shortage of primary care doctors is a national problem. To cope, a large health system in Massachusetts is using an AI tool to screen patients and refer them to other care.
Your next primary care doctor could be online only, accessed through an AI tool
The shortage of primary care doctors is a national problem. To cope, a large health system in Massachusetts is using an AI tool to screen patients and refer them to other care.
Aryna Sabalenka beats Madison Keys to reach Brisbane semi-finals
World number one Aryna Sabalenka continues her Australian Open preparations by beating Madison Keys to reach the Brisbane semi-finals.
More businesses call to be included in pub rates backtrack
High street shops, pharmacies and music venues have said that the axing of planned increases to business rates for pubs should apply to them too.
US House expands healthcare subsidies, but bill faces uphill battle in Senate
Seventeen moderate Republicans defied their party leadership and sided with Democrats to help pass the bill.
Venezuelan government begins releasing political prisoners
The US, which recently captured its President Nicolás Maduro, has long demanded the detainees be freed.
Kate Hudson reacts to 'Song Sung Blue' musician's son calling out her and the film
Kate Hudson is responding to criticism levied against her and her new biopic 'Song Sung Blue' by the son of one its subjects.
Republicans See Defending the ICE Shooting As Good Politics
Well before the facts were known, Team Trump had seized on the opportunity to shift focus to immigration and “law and order” issues.
OpenAI launches ChatGPT Health to review your medical records
The firm says its chatbot sees health and wellbeing questions from 230 million people every week.
Jose Mourinho: Benfica players stay at training ground after Braga
Jose Mourinho takes his players to stay at Benfica's training ground after they lose against Braga in the League Cup semi-final.
Government to U-turn over business rates for pubs
The hospitality industry had called for a rethink of planned changes to the way the tax based on property is calculated.
Arsenal: What next for forward Ethan Nwaneri?
Ethan Nwaneri had a breakout season last term - but the young Arsenal forward is in a fight for the game time needed to fulfil his promise.
'It can be unnecessary - and even too much': Are violent video games like Grand Theft Auto 6 becoming too realistic?
The latest in the franchise is the most hyped release of 2026 and looks set to push the boundaries of gaming visuals – but it could prove more disturbing than entertaining.
Gilgeous-Alexander leads Thunder to overtime win
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scores 46 points to lead the Oklahoma City Thunder to an overtime win over the Utah Jazz.
Spurs 'not showing levels they are capable of'
There's not enough intensity to identify the danger. "Those are simple things that, when you've seen Thomas Frank's teams play elsewhere, you know he demands a certain standard of how they press the ball. You see little things like that and it's hard to understand where those little habits come from.
In Trump’s words, ‘we’re in the oil business’
This brought to mind the words of Marine Major General Smedley Butler: 'I was a racketeer for capitalism.'
All the Head-Turning Security Tech I Saw at CES 2026
CES brought a crowd of security companies all trying to impress with new cameras, sensors and locks. However, what really caught my attention is...
Spurs drop more points as pressure on Frank grows
It was more of the usual from Tottenham at Bournemouth on Wednesday as they fell to a 3-2 defeat.
Analysis: Pride as unbeaten run ends
Daniel Farke could not help but ruefully shake his head on the touchline. The Leeds United manager has seen a lot in the game, but this? This was just the sixth time a side had taken the lead three times in a Premier League match only to lose.
Analysis: A Keegan-like thriller
It is a scoreline so often associated with Kevin Keegan. Who could forget that chaotic game at Anfield in 1996 when Stan Collymore struck late for Liverpool to break Newcastle hearts? This time, however, Newcastle were toasting a quite remarkable victory following a late turnaround of their own.
Keir Starmer urged to rethink business rate reform to save pubs
Some Labour MPs are optimistic there could be further relief to protect the hospitality industry.
Manchester United: Who are Darren Fletcher's son's Tyler and Jack?
BBC Sport profiles twin brothers Tyler and Jack Fletcher, who will hope to get minutes at Manchester United under interim head coach and father Darren
Why sports stars who head the ball are much more likely to die of Alzheimer's, Parkinson's and motor neurone disease
Professional soccer players and American football stars are at much greater risk of developing dementia. What can we do to help them?
Cambridge Science Park sees plastic made from peas and AI robots
Why scientists in Cambridge are "optimistic" they can improve our lives and the UK economy in 2026.
“He knew every team’s play, he knew every guy’s …
“He knew every team’s play, he knew every guy’s …
Tottenham Hotspur 'completely aligned', says head coach Thomas Frank
Head coach Thomas Frank says Tottenham are "completely aligned" about the future as he faces pressure from fans to improve results.
NC Secretary of State calls for new budget to keep up with business registrations
New business formations reached record pace in North Carolina in the second half of 2025. Elaine Marshall says her team needs more staff to handle all the paperwork.
'Even Stevens' actor claims Universal Studios fired him, ex-coworkers call him 'menace to work with'
Disney star Steven Anthony Lawrence, who played Beans on 'Even Stevens,' claimed he was fired from Universal Studios for reporting a pedophile, but staff called him an alleged 'menace to work with.'
Lego unveils tech-filled 'Smart Bricks' - to play experts' dismay
Lego says its new tech-enabled products are its "most revolutionary innovation" since it launched its mini-figurines in 1978.
Flu reaches highest levels in 25 years, likely to get worse, health officials say
Flu activity in the United States has reached the highest levels seen in 25 years, and health officials say the severe flu season is likely to get worse.
Let’s talk Steelers: It needs a name, right?
Pittsburgh defeated the Ravens on Sunday night thanks to a last-minute missed kick.
'Fans will not stand for this dire football all season'
Arne Slot's team are unbeaten in 10, with the most recent defeat coming back in November against PSV Eindhoven. On that night, Liverpool were humiliated 4-1 at Anfield and Slot clearly made a decision to go far more defensive - knowing any more losses could cost him his job. In this period, we have packed the midfield, making Curtis Jones a key player and - before he went to the Afcon - taking Mohamed Salah out of the team.
West Ham v Nottingham Forest: Key stats and talking points
West Ham will slip seven points adrift of safety if they lose to Nottingham Forest on Tuesday (20:00 GMT) in a game which sees Hammers boss Nuno Espirito Santo face the club that sacked him in September. BBC Sport examines some of the key themes before the match. Saturday's 3-0 defeat by bottom club Wolves - previously winless - marked a new low for West Ham under Nuno.
Kyrgios' return ends in first-round loss in Brisbane
Nick Kyrgios' first ATP Tour match since March ends in a straight-set defeat by Aleksandar Kovacevic in the opening round of the Brisbane International.
Gordon 'not pushing' for loan away from Hearts
Veteran Scotland goalkeeper insists he is happy to wait for a chance to regain his Hearts place, while not entirely closing the door on a possible January move.
Young dementia victim from Dereham dies leaving brain to science
Andre Yarham dies aged 24 after being diagnosed with frontotemporal dementia a year earlier.
New NHS online hospital to focus on nine health conditions
NHS Online due to launch in England next year will provide eye, prostate and menopause care.
Linfield January transfers
Linfield will look to strengthen to try and stay in the race for the Gibson Cup.
O'Neill returns to Celtic for rest of season
Martin O'Neill is returning to Celtic as manager for the remainder of the season following the dismissal of Wilfried Nancy.
Man 'first to run from Great Wall to Hong Kong'
A man is aiming to raise £600,000 for the disabled community after running 3,000km (1,864 miles).
NI politics: DUP councillor Gareth Wilson co-opted into vacant assembly seat
Gareth Wilson has replaced William Irwin who announced in December that he was stepping down from Stormont after 20 years in elected politics.
Are in-form Wrexham really dreaming of a fourth promotion?
Wrexham are six points off the Championship play-off spots, raising the prospect of another promotion - this time to the Premier League.
Lawsons family business in Tavistock to close after 34 years
Lawsons, which opened in 1992 in Tavistock, will shut its doors at the end of February.
Six weeks, no games, one training session, debut
German defender Kai Wagner believes his dedicated fitness regime let him step straight into the Birmingham City side.
Next Manchester United manager: Fletcher, Carrick, Xavi, Southgate, Glasner, Pochettino?
A former Manchester United player? A current Premier League manager? An overseas coach? BBC Sport looks at the possible replacements for Ruben Amorim.
Aberdeen links 'don't turn' Robinson's head
Stephen Robinson says it's "nice" to be linked with the vacant Aberdeen job, but insists his sole focus is on St Mirren's Scottish Premiership trip to Livingston on Tuesday.
Mental Health A Popular New Year's Resolution, Survey Finds
By Dennis Thompson HealthDay ReporterMONDAY, Jan. 5, 2026 (HealthDay News) — More than a third of Americans plan to focus on their mental health as part of their New Year’s resolutions, a new survey says. About 38% of Americans plan to make a mental health-related resolution for 2026, up 5% from a ...
Total War: Strategy series pits accuracy against authenticity
Ahead of Medieval III, the makers of the strategy series say it's about balancing accuracy with fun.
Five lifestyle tweaks to help you live well for longer
Simple, science-backed changes you can make now to keep yourself healthier in later life.
Has Amorim created a 'him or me' situation?
There were some eyebrows raised when Jason Wilcox landed the technical director's job at Manchester United in April 2024, given he had only done the job for a short period at Southampton, having previously been academy director at Manchester City. Wilcox had his role beefed up even more when Dan Ashworth left United just five months after arriving from Newcastle. Wilcox did speak to United's in-house media but perhaps his most revealing comments came at a gala dinner for the Association of Manchester United players in September, which the club did not know was going to be recorded and posted online.
Jersey Bulls keep play-off hopes alive after Merstham win
Jersey Bulls boss Elliot Powell says they kept alive Isthmian League South East play-off hopes by beating Merstham 2-0.
How should Thelin's time at Aberdeen be remembered?
For a generation of Dons supporters, the Swede was responsible for orchestrating arguably their finest day in last May's Scottish Cup triumph against Celtic. With the Glasgow club chasing a domestic treble, Thelin formulated a plan to nullify Brendan Rodgers' men to take a nerve-shredding 1-1 game to extra time. Penalties would follow, with goalkeeper Dimitar Mitov earning himself legendary status at Pittodrie, along with Thelin.
Premier League LIVE reaction: Man City draw; advantage Arsenal
All the latest reaction in the Premier League title race as Manchester City's draw with Chelsea gives Arsenal a six point advantage.
'We want to promote unity through boxing'
Non-profit club Unity Boxing in Rotherham is celebrating its fourth anniversary.
Family calls for change after metal health calls 'ignored'
The family of a Southampton woman who took her own life wants better logging of calls to the NHS.
What does 2026 hold for Northamptonshire politics?
Council tax rises, solar farms and regeneration are set to be on the agenda.
What to expect in Norfolk politics in 2026
While major building projects will move forward, elections may be postponed again.
What to expect in Norfolk politics in 2026
While major building projects will move forward, elections may be postponed again.
Why some people really struggle to lose weight more than others
Thousands of genes that have an influence on weight, say experts - which means weight loss isn't a level playing field
Football gossip: Wharton, Boey, Gomes, Ake, Vinicius Jr, Akliouche, Osula
Adam Wharton emerges as a target for Real Madrid, Crystal Palace are assessing several options, AC Milan are keeping tabs on Nathan Ake, plus more.
Search underway for monkey who damaged Morristown business, police say
Morristown police said the monkey caused damage to the business and musical instruments.
Watch: Canary Call after Norwich City v Stoke City
Reaction on the phone-in as Norwich City host the Potters.
T20 World Cup 2026: Bangladesh refuse to travel to India and request matches be moved amid political tensions
Bangladesh will not travel to India for the T20 World Cup next month "under current conditions" and request their matches be moved elsewhere.
Five new things to watch: Staffordshire politics in 2026
This year should bring clarity on how Staffordshire councils will be replaced.
The mental health walks thousands of men are joining
Men Walking & Talking groups have been springing up across the UK after the first one was set up in Telford, Shropshire.
Luke Littler wins second world title and takes another step towards greatness
After winning a second world title, 18-year-old Luke Littler says he wants "to dominate everything" - so what's next for the darting phenomenon as he chases greatness?
KMT chair hopes to take peace message to Beijing while on political tightrope
Analysis: Entertainers again but no win
Bournemouth's slide down the table is continuing. The 3-2 loss to Arsenal makes it 11 games without a win - their worst run in a top-flight season. In December they drew with Chelsea and had a remarkable 4-4 match at Manchester United.
Wolfhounds beat Clovers in Celtic Challenge derby
Holders Wolfhounds score four tries to secure a bonus-point 24-7 win over Irish rivals Clovers in Saturday's Celtic Challenge derby in Galway.
£1m to be invested into local sport
Jersey Sport says this was the largest single-year funding commitment in the organisation's history.
Theater stages feature murder mystery, Shakespeare spoof and more in January
Area theaters are kicking off 2026 with a few plays and musicals that all ages can come in out of the cold to enjoy. From a musical murder mystery to
When ski jumping came to Hampstead Heath
The story of how 100,000 Londoners flocked to Hampstead Heath to marvel at an unlikely spectacle.
Shrewsbury woman's six-figure business started from doing nails at home
Becci Hollis started off teaching people from her bedroom, now she sells products worldwide.
From Song Sung Blue to Theatre Picasso: your complete entertainment guide to the week ahead
Let a musical based on a documentary about a Neil Diamond tribute band warm your cockles – or take a new look at the work of the Spanish master
Football gossip: Rodrygo, Baleba, Castellanos, Maamma, Rodriguez, Willock
Rodrygo is wanted by a trio of Premier League clubs as he looks to leave Real Madrid, Manchester United have reignited interest in Carlos Baleba, while West Ham are chasing Taty Castellanos.
Harwell scientists beam laser into the sky for 80th birthday
The spectacle, known as The Beam, marked the 80th birthday of Harwell Science Campus in Oxfordshire.
Finland Unveils Olympic Hockey Roster
Finland has announced its roster for the upcoming Olympic hockey tournament in Milan. The squad features 24 NHL players along with one player from Switzerland’s top league. The squad is led by top NHL talent including Sebastian Aho, Mikko Rantanen, and Juuse Saros.
Politicians have given away too much power to deliver pledges, says PM's ex-aide
Paul Ovenden, who left Downing Street in September, says the British state has been "emasculating itself".
Superfood or sugar in a glass: Is orange juice a food villain or saint?
The habit of drinking a glass of orange juice can have a considerable effect on your health.
Trump says he takes higher daily dose of aspirin than doctors recommend
In an interview about his health, the US president says: "I don't want thick blood pouring through my heart".
Boubacar Kamara: Aston Villa's bargain midfielder is unassuming star
Boubacar Kamara is Aston Villa's unassuming star and has quietly evolved into one of the best midfielders in the Premier League.
Venus Williams, 45, gets Australian Open wildcard
Venus Williams, 45, is set to play at the Australian Open for the first time in five years after receiving the final women's wildcard for the tournament.