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FactCheck: Cleverly incorrectly claims Sunak asylum pledge has been met
The ‘legacy’ backlog stands at over 4,500.
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2024: Fireworks displays around the world welcome new year
The start of 2024 has been welcomed by firework displays and street parties around the world – and in many there was a message of hope, that this year might be more peaceful than the last – while London declared it was “a place for everyone”.
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2024 will be a ‘very tough year for Ukraine’, Ukrainian security analyst says
We spoke to Ukrainian security analyst Maria Adveeva.
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Japan earthquake triggers tsunami warning
A magnitude 7.6 earthquake and dozens of aftershocks have struck the Western edge of Japan, sparking tsunami warnings for residents along hundreds of miles of coastline.
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A look back at the events that shaped 2023
As 2023 draws to a close, we leave you with a look back on some of the biggest global headlines from the year.
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Sunak must use relationship with Netanyahu to help stop Gaza killing, says London Mayor Sadiq Khan
Across the globe in 2024, more voters than ever before will cast their ballots in at least 64 elections. That’s almost half the planet going to the polls including us – with a UK general election. Also up for election is London’s Labour Mayor Sadiq Khan, who joins us.
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Weather warnings and travel chaos as UK gets ready for New Year celebrations
Gales and heavy rain will cause more travel drama tonight for revellers across the UK.
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Netanyahu warns Israel Gaza war will continue for ‘many more months’
There’s been no let up in Israeli strikes on Gaza, with 35 Palestinians killed today according to hospital officials.
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2023: UK politics in pictures
For years, as the Press Association’s chief political photographer, Stefan Rousseau has captured images that tell the story of British politics.
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What we know about Luton Town: Premier League’s smallest ground
Luton may have lost today against Chelsea, but their fans are savouring the Premier League for the first time in their history.
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British Army officer becomes world’s fastest woman to ski South Pole solo
British Army medical officer Preet Chandi, has become the world’s fastest woman to complete a solo unsupported South Pole ski expedition.
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Israel-Gaza: Half of Gaza’s population living in Rafah says UN
In Gaza, the United Nations says it believes more than a million people are now living in the southern settlement of Rafah on the border with Egypt.
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Liz Truss’ resignation honours list published amid allegations of cronyism
She may only have been Prime Minister for 49 days, but for Liz Truss the perks of the top job continue.
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Maine becomes second US state to disqualify Trump from primary election ballot
Maine has become the second state in the United States to disqualify Donald Trump from the primary election ballot – over his involvement in the January 6th attack on the US Capitol.
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Israel-Gaza: Thousands of Palestinians flee as Israel sustains intense bombardment over central Gaza
Tens of thousands of Palestinians have been fleeing into the southern Gazan town of Rafah, as Israel keeps up its intense bombardment over central Gaza – with fierce fighting also continuing around Khan Younis in the south.