Scottish Labour Leader, Anas Sarwar, calls for Starmer to step down - As it happened

Sarwar described the stepping down of Starmer's key officials as a 'distraction' at a press conference and said that the leadership at Downing Street must change.
Officials investigate why Winter Olympic medals are breaking

Games organisers are looking into why the iconic prizes are falling apart during and after be awarded to competitors.

Government to introduce clearing system for apprenticeships this week

The government has announced plans to test a clearing style system to match unsuccessful apprenticeship applicants with similar vacancies in their local areas.
Zen Bus brings wellbeing to east London schools

The scheme focuses on supporting both pupils and teachers by providing practical wellbeing tools
Met Office warns of further heavy rain amid hundreds of flood alerts

Hundreds of flood alerts remain as forecasters warn that further rain could bring disruption to transport networks and vulnerable locals.
Streaming service HBO Max set to launch in UK and Ireland next month

Fans await the release of HBO Max in the UK and Ireland for easier access to their favourite shows

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News

Whistles become 'weapons' for activists against ICE

After making an appearance at the Grammys, the whistle has been highlighted as a staple for warning others against ICE's presence.
Deprived areas have 70% more vape shops and off-licenses, report warns

Ipsos survey highlights key local concerns for Britons, emphasising the lack of quality shops on high streets.
Social housing standards have stalled since pandemic, say MPs

Campaigners warn that many social tenants are still living in sub-standard homes, despite promised reforms.
Families forced to leave their homes as severe flooding hits Cornwall.

Families in Cornwall have been relocated several times due to vast amounts of damaged caused by recent flooding.
500 primary schools in England are set to receive free breakfast clubs

The government is set to tackle the cost of living crisis by providing primary school children with free breakfasts
The US-Iran Standoff Explained

US warships in the Gulf and Iran warning of potential conflict: how did we get here, and could there be a deal on the table?
Advertising illegal smuggling routes can land you five-years in prison

Social media users can face a prison sentence for promoting illegal ways to get into the country, in a move to further prevent illegal immigrantion.
Police on the Hunt for Armed, Masked Robbers

The police are looking for two masked men who carried out a daylight smash-and-grab robbery in Richmond, smashing their way into a jewellery shop before fleeing with high-value items.

TECH NEWS

Meta apologises after trending violent Instagram reels

Meta has sent out an apology for an accidental algorithm change targeting violent Instagram reels.
Lloyds Bank confirm app issues fixed following payday chaos

Banking apps have once again been hit by IT issues on payday in the UK.
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.

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

Men Secretly Film Women on Nights Out and Post Videos Online, BBC Investigation Finds

A BBC investigation has uncovered men covertly filming women in public during nights out and sharing the footage for profit on socials, leaving many victims feeling violated and unsafe.
What was the 2026 Groundhog day Weather prediction?

Tens of thousands gathered this morning in Gobbler's Knob, PA, to watch the 140th annual groundhog day weather forecast prediction.
Kim Kardashian and Lewis Hamilton spark dating rumours

Reports of a private Oxfordshire getaway have reignited interest in the long-standing friendship between Kim Kardashian and Lewis Hamilton.
Paris Fashion Week: A-listers arrive at the Schiaparelli Show

Paris haute Couture fashion week/Teyana Taylor , Demi moore , Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sanchez at Schiaparelli