
A number of schools were closed and rail services disrupted, but South Yorkshire was largely unaffected by Storm Goretti despite forecasts of up to a foot (30cm) of snow in hilly areas.
Most of Sheffield, as well as areas to the north and west of…

WASHINGTON — Alaska’s U.S. senators split their votes Thursday on legislation requiring President Trump to get the approval of Congress before taking new military action in Venezuela.
Sen. Lisa…

Naval exercises come as tensions run high after US military intervention in Venezuela, seizures of several oil tankers.
Published On 9 Jan 2026
Chinese, Russian and Iranian warships have…
Passengers urged to check before travelling on Friday 9 January as Network Rail and Transport for Wales teams continue to work around the clock to clear lines, inspect infrastructure and restore services safely following…

Israeli strikes across Gaza killed at least 13 people, including four children, health officials have said.
Four children were among the dead following the strikes in northern Gaza and east of Gaza City, according to family members…
Friday 9 Jan 2026