Anneliese Dodds quits as international development minister over aid cuts

Dodds has quit over prime minister Kier Starmer's decision to slash the foreign aid budget to pay for an increase in defence spending.
Zelenskyy expected to sign mineral deal with US - as it happened

Details of the agreement between both countries are yet to be released. But the deal has met resistance over security guarantees.

Prince William wants project to end homelessness "to move to the mainstream"

The prince visited an 11-bed housing scheme in Poole for people with mental health issues.
Meta apologises after trending violent Instagram reels

Meta has sent out an apology for an accidental algorithm change targeting violent Instagram reels.
People are betting millions on Theo James becoming the next James Bond

Many betters are certain that Theo James will become the new 007, with £2.3m spent on bets in the last month.
Buttler steps down as England captain following disastrous Champions Trophy campaign

England were beaten by Australia and Afghanistan, making it six straight ODI defeats under Jos Buttler's leadership.

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Prisoners in England and Wales could earn early parole through good behaviour

Justice Secretary Shabana Mahmood is exploring a change of the prison system in England and Wales, where inmates would have early release through "good behaviour credits".
Lloyds Bank confirm app issues fixed following payday chaos

Banking apps have once again been hit by IT issues on payday in the UK.
English council finances in need of swift reform, spending watchdog warns

An increasing number of local authorities require emergency funds or have declared themselves bankrupt. The National Audit Office says increasing costs of local services require long-term solutions across government.
GPs agree deal to end 8am scramble for appointments

More online appointments for will be available for patients in England, with an extra £889m of funding for general practices.
The number of independent breweries in Britain sharply declined last year

Britain’s independent brewing industry experienced a sharp decline in 2024, with 100 breweries closing, according to data from the Society of Independent Brewers (Siba).
Body returned by Hamas is not hostage, Israel military says

Israel accused Hamas of breaking ceasefire deal after forensic tests showed body returned from Gaza was not hostage Shiri Bibas
Woman who claimed to be Madeleine McCann charged with stalking

Julia Wandel, the Polish woman who claimed to be Madeleine McCann, has been charged with four counts of stalking the missing girl's family.
White House Security Adviser Mike Waltz defends Trump's criticism of Zelenskyy - as it happened

Mike Waltz, White House Security Adviser has said "Under Trump, this war will end" and added that Trump is the "president of peace."

TECH NEWS

Screen Time Limits On TikTok In Place For Teens

Young users are being limited to 60-minute a day screen limits to reduce usage on the app.
YouTube CEO Susan Wojcicki Steps Down

Susan Wojcicki, one of Google’s longest serving employees is taking a break from YouTube.
Rocket Crash On Course to Hit The Moon

A piece of 'space-junk' is currently on course to hit the moon.

SPORT News

Liverpool boss Slot stays silent on red card but admits emotions boiled over in fiery Derby

Slot said “emotions got the better of me” following red card in Merseyside Derby.
Christian Horner back in the spotlight after alleged messages leak

Red Bull team principal again denied allegations of inappropriate behaviour after alleged messages were leaked.
Arsenal manager Arteta sends message of support to Roy Hodgson

Although retirement seems imminent for Roy Hodgson, Arsenal boss believes he will make a quick return.
Man Admits Assaulting Arsenal Goalkeeper

Aaron Ramsdale was kicked in the back after beating Tottenham 2-0.

ARTS & Entertainment

Beyonce fans rush to secure tickets for her 2025 UK shows

Tickets for the the UK-leg of the Grammy-winning singer's Cowboy Carter went on general sale at midday.
Amy Winehouse's friends issue defence in auction legal row

The High Court claim is worth over £730,000
Devil Wears Prada stars reuniting for SAG awards

Anne Hathaway, Emily Blunt and Maryl Streep are presenting together at the ceremony on Feb. 24
Ben Shephard and Cat Deeley announced as new This Morning presenters

Shephard and Deeley will take over hosting ITV's flagship daytime show from Alison Hammond and Dermot O'Leary.