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Murdered Sara Sharif failed by system that missed opportunities to save her

Murdered 10-year-old Sara Sharif was “failed by the safeguarding system” in multiple ways throughout her short life, according to a review which said her father’s domestic abuse had been overlooked and underestimated.

Vapes are compromising childrens human rights experts

Vapes are “compromising children’s human rights”, academics have said as they called for more regulation of e-cigarettes to protect young people.

Kates Christmas carol service to celebrate the power of love

The power of love and togetherness are to be the focus of this year’s Christmas carol service, hosted by the Princess of Wales.

UK economic growth slows ahead of Budget

UK economic growth slowed to 0.1% for the past three months in a blow to the Chancellor ahead of the autumn Budget.

Money for old rope Artwork given 1m price tag

A Turner Prize-nominated artist has launched an exhibition where the only artwork is a 10-tonne pile of discarded rope priced at £1 million.

Criminals posing as banks anti fraud teams to drain high value accounts

UK businesses, charities and other high-value bank account holders are being warned about a scam which often starts with a phone call and ends with criminals taking control of victims’ computers and online banking to drain accounts.

Half of people want EV tax revenues used to lower charging costs survey

Nearly half of people (47%) want revenues from electric vehicle (EV) taxes to be used to lower charging costs, a new survey suggests.

Bond Streets Spectacular Crown Jewels Have Switched On For Christmas

Bond Street’s iconic Christmas lights made their return tonight, marking the start of the festive season for the world-renowned street.

Anthony Joshua tipped for return to ring against YouTuber turned boxer Jake Paul

Anthony Joshua looks set to end his 14-month hiatus outside the ring with a last-minute fight against YouTuber-turned-boxer Jake Paul.

Thousands of Leonardo staff walk out in dispute over pay

Thousands of staff at aerospace firm Leonardo have walked out in a dispute over pay, on the first of a number of planned days of strike action.

Victims commissioner Baroness Helen Newlove dies after short illness

Baroness Helen Newlove, the victims’ commissioner for England and Wales, has died following a short illness, her office has said.

Police to take no further action over alleged chants at Bob Vylan performance

The Metropolitan Police have revealed they will take “no further action” over chants at a Bob Vylan performance in London.

Strictly presenter Tess Daly says MBE greatest honour of my career

Strictly Come Dancing co-host Tess Daly has said being made a Member of the Order of the British Empire (MBE) is the “greatest honour” of her career and one that she is dedicating to her late father.

Wes Streeting in last minute plea to doctors to call off strike

The Health Secretary has made a last-minute plea to resident doctors to call off their strike, but said the NHS would “do everything we can to keep the show on the road”.

Dazzling Northern Lights display may be visible across parts of UK

The Northern Lights may be visible across parts of the UK on Wednesday night following sightings in the north east of the country on Tuesday, the Met Office said.

Rob Edwards confirmed as Wolves head coach

Wolves have confirmed the appointment of Rob Edwards as their new head coach on a three-and-a-half year deal.

Alan Shearer says Liverpool title race is done as theyre all over the place

Alan Shearer believes Liverpool’s Premier League title race is over and says unless they improve they will be “dumped out of whatever competitions they’re in”.

Royal Mail not rolling out further changes to second class post until early 2026

The owner of Royal Mail has said it will not roll out changes that will see it ditch second-class letter deliveries on Saturdays more widely across the UK until early next year.

Jet2 to launch flights and holidays from Gatwick

Jet2, the UK’s largest tour operator, has announced it will launch flights and holidays from Gatwick airport.

Lib Dems call for cut to hospitality VAT to make small joys more affordable

The Liberal Democrats are calling for a 5% cut to VAT for hospitality businesses in the upcoming budget to make going out to the pub and restaurants more affordable.