CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. – An ailing astronaut returned to Earth with three others on Thursday, ending their space station mission more than a month early in NASA’s first medical evacuation. SpaceX guided the capsule to a middle-of-the-night splashdown in...

Add AP News on Google Add AP News as your preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Share Share DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) — Iran closed its airspace to commercial flights without explanation early Thursday as tensions remained high...

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JERUSALEM – Israel will honor the late Charlie Kirk for his work combating antisemitism at a conference in late January, four months after the conservative activist was assassinated while speaking at an American university. Israeli Prime Minister...

A mum-of-one who put night sweats and aching joints down to the menopause was shocked to discover she had cervical cancer. Michelle Griggs, from Folkestone, also experienced unusual bleeding, which worsened over the course of two months before she...

When temperatures drop, loungewear is excellent for keeping cosy at home while still feeling put-together enough to nip out if needed. With that in mind, Matalan has unveiled a brand-new loungewear collection that shoppers are already loving, and there's...

Russia has booted out a British diplomat after accusing him of acting as a spy, the country’s foreign ministry has said. The Russian Foreign Ministry said on Thursday morning that it had received information "regarding the affiliation of a diplomatic...

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MOSCOW (Reuters) - On Thursday 15 January 2026, Russia expelled a British diplomat who it said was an undeclared officer in the United Kingdom’s intelligence services and warned London that Moscow would not tolerate such espionage activities on its...

Mary Berry's fish pie is a creamy, comforting delight featuring salmon, hake and a rich white sauce, all topped off with a golden, crispy potato crust. This oven-baked dish is perfect for a family meal or for entertaining guests, thanks to its deep...

Everyone with a drive has been issued a warning as more wintry weather is set to sweep across the UK. Cold weather is set to persist for months with the chances of more ice, snow and Met Office warnings. But people who try to keep their drive clear in...

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BBC Morning Live's Gethin Jones fumed "it's ridiculous" after learning of an "awful" news report. Alongside co-host Helen Skelton, Gethin welcomed Crimewatch's Rav Wilding to discuss troubling reports of schoolboys targeting birds with...

NUUK, Greenland (AP) — A senior Greenland government official said Tuesday it’s “unfathomable” that the United States is discussing taking over a NATO ally and urged the Trump administration to listen to voices from the Arctic island nation. Naaja...

Virtually every mom knows the exact level of rage that's triggered when you lovingly place food on the dinner table in front of your children only to be met with a firm, collective, "YUCK." Such is the life of the "food parent." "The pressure is...

U.S. President Donald Trump said on Wednesday he would cut off federal funding next month for any state that includes sanctuary cities, expanding his attacks on mostly Democratic-run cities following days of chaotic clashes on the streets of...

WASHINGTON: President Donald Trump reiterated on Wednesday (Jan 14) that the US needs Greenland and that Denmark cannot be relied upon to protect the island, even as he said that "something will work out" with respect to the future governance of the...

By Lex Harvey, CNN (CNN) — Several NATO countries are deploying small numbers of military personnel to Greenland to participate in joint exercises with Denmark as US President Donald Trump ramps up his threats to forcibly annex the Arctic...

BEIJING – In China, the names of things are often either ornately poetic or jarringly direct. A new, wildly popular app among young Chinese people is definitively the latter. It's called, simply, “Are You Dead?" Recommended Videos In a vast country...

Strictly winner Karen Carney has said it felt like "forever" as she reunited with her dance partner Carlos Gu. The pair waltzed their way to victory in the last series of the BBC ballroom show, beating fellow finalists Amber Davies and George Clarke to...

Jan 15 (Reuters) - ‌Switzerland's competition commission said ‌on Thursday it launched a ‌preliminary investigation into Microsoft's licensing fees in the country. The antitrust authority said ‍it has received ‍complaints from private ‌businesses as...

The Traitors star Harriet Tyce has admitted she’s “horrified” after breaking her social media silence following her bombshell exit from the show. Everything changed for the crime writer and secret barrister after her fellow Faithfuls turned on her...

On Thursday morning, viewers of BBC Breakfast were on tenterhooks for the 'splashdown' moment when four astronauts were due to return to earth after a medical evacuation from the International Space Station. Throughout the broadcast, BBC presenters Naga...

*Warning: Contains spoilers for the latest episode of The Traitors* The Traitors fans have predicted a huge "second envelope" twist that could change the course of the entire game as we know it. The hit BBC One game show returned to screens on New...

Good Morning Britain was paused for breaking news as the four astronauts who left the International Space Station due to a serious medical condition returned home. The crew's journey had to be cut short because one of the astronauts had a medical issue,...

As the mercury drops, many of us are cautious about when to crank up the heating in an effort to keep energy bills in check. In late 2024, I discovered the Silentnight Heat Genie Self Heating Giant Blanket and, with Martin Lewis ' advice to 'warm the...

A mum paid Sky £110 to wall-mount her new TV - only to discover the service only covered them lifting the device onto a bracket she had to buy and fit herself. Beverley Smith upgraded her Sky package to include their Sky Glass TV and paid for 'wall...

Add AP News on Google Add AP News as your preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Share Share FRANKFURT, Germany (AP) — Germany’s troubled economy returned to modest growth last year after two years of falling output, official figures...

ANCHORAGE, Alaska – A state appeals court is being asked to dismiss felony voter misconduct charges against an Alaska resident born in American Samoa, one of numerous cases that have drawn attention to the complex citizenship status of people born in the...

NEW YORK (AP) — NASA is cutting a mission aboard the International Space Station short after an astronaut had a medical issue. The space agency said Thursday the U.S.-Japanese-Russian crew of four will return to Earth in the coming days, earlier than...

Email Print Open Extended Reactions What can you remember about the 2019 January transfer window? Brighton & Hove Albion signed midfielder Alexis Mac Allister for £6.5 million, Peter Crouch moved to Burnley and Liverpool transferred striker Dominic...

Oprah Winfrey is all in on having a partner. Not a “girlfriend.” Not a “significant other.” A partner. During her appearance on the Jan. 13 episode of TODAY with Jenna & Sheinelle, Oprah chimed in with her take on a recent GQ article about men calling...

Source: Getty Images Some Easter eggs are almost 40% more expensive by weight this year Shrinkflation has hit the Easter egg aisle, with major suppliers reducing the weight of their treats by as much as 18% for 2026. Malteser’s “extra-large” egg has...

A yellow weather warning has been issued as “heavy and persistent rain” could lead to flooding, the Met Office said. The yellow Met Office warning covers parts of London and the south of the UK from 9am until 10pm on Thursday, and says heavy rain...

The "evil" stepmother who murdered a four-year-old boy in her care can now be named as 32-year-old Tegan McGhee after a judge lifted an order preventing publication of her identity. Mr Justice Paul McDermott on Wednesday sentenced McGhee, of no fixed...

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Denmark and its allied countries announced on Wednesday that they will bolster their military presence in Greenland as part of expanded exercises, amid growing pressure from Washington over the Arctic island's sovereignty. “Security in the Arctic is of...

Add AP News on Google Add AP News as your preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Share Share NAKHON RATCHASIMA, Thailand (AP) — A new construction accident on a road near Thailand’s capital, Bangkok, was reported on Thursday, just 24...

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Elon Musk-led X has disabled Grok’s controversial image generation feature after global criticism and regulatory pressure. The AI chatbot’s “Spicy Mode” had enabled sexualised deepfakes of women and children, sparking investigations in India and...

Few players could better understand Carlos Alcaraz's frustrating pursuit of a career grand slam better than Roger Federer. The Australian Open is the only major to have eluded Alcaraz, who has won the French Open, Wimbledon and US Open twice and had all...

A woman who swapped the fast-paced London lifestyle for campervan living in Devon reckons she can enjoy the "time of her life" at weekends for a tenner. Suzy Greenwood, 39, had dedicated 15 years to climbing the PR ladder when Covid-19 hit in...

Email Print Open Extended Reactions INGLEWOOD, Calif. -- Less than a month ago, James Harden and the LA Clippers were near the bottom of the Western Conference standings with very little to feel optimistic about. But after their fourth win in a row,...

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A notification on the Instagram app on a smartphone arranged in Sydney, Australia, on Thursday, Dec. 4, 2025. Bloomberg | Bloomberg | Getty Images It's been a month since Australia banned under-16s from social media platforms, and some teens are glad...

HMRC director Cerys McDonald speaking to MPs (Image: Parliament TV) HMRC has provided more details about looming changes to ISAs. HMRC bosses appeared before the Treasury Committee this week [January 13] to talk about the work of the department, as there...

The Traitors: Family tree examined by Minah Shannon The BBC has hit back at claims from viewers that a major scene in the current series of The Traitors was fabricated. The broadcaster described the allegations as "categorically untrue" after viewers...

While inflation may have eased, the cost of living crises if far from over for households across Ireland. Energy bills food prices, insurance premiums and other everyday expenses are still putting pressure on family finances in 2026, leaving many...

Bruno Mars is poised to make a comeback to the UK this year with two exclusive performances lined up at London's Wembley Stadium. These shows are the only ones scheduled in Britain for the 40 year old star in 2026 so far. These concerts form part of his...

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