What the papers say – January 16
A ceasefire in Gaza leads Thursday’s front pages. The i, the Financial Times and TheTimes splash on Gaza and Tel Aviv amid news of a deal stuck deal between Israel…
Man to be sentenced for domestic violence after being cleared of manslaughter
A ‘monster’ who subjected his vulnerable partner to assault and years of domestic abuse but was cleared of her manslaughter will be sentenced later on Thursday. Ryan Wellings, 30, was…
Two men due in court charged over Manchester Airport fracas
Two men are due to appear in court charged with assaulting police after a disturbance at Manchester Airport. Footage of a fracas was shared online in July last year and…
King to visit food bank and community centre which supports struggling families
The King will visit a food bank and community centre which supports people facing homelessness and families struggling with the cost-of-living crisis. On Thursday, Charles will visit The Gate, a…
Suspended Labour MP Mike Amesbury due in court on assault charge
Suspended Labour MP Mike Amesbury is due to appear in court charged with assault. The Runcorn and Helsby MP is accused of attacking a 45-year-old man in Main Street in…
Cuba starts freeing prisoners after U.S. said it would lift terror designation
HAVANA — Cuba started releasing some prisoners Wednesday as part of talks with the Vatican, a day after President Joe Biden’s administration announced his intent to lift the U.S. designation…
First Nations group presses Ottawa to re-engage on child welfare talks
OTTAWA — The First Nations Child and Family Caring Society is calling on the Canadian Human Rights Tribunal to force the federal government back to the negotiation table on national…
Raptors upset Celtics for second straight win
TORONTO – RJ Barrett fired in 22 points and Scottie Barnes added 18 to lead the Toronto Raptors to an upset 110-97 win against the Boston Celtics on Wednesday. With…
Raptors avenge embarrassment in Boston by stepping up to knock off Celtics
The Raptors had the visiting Boston Celtics on the ropes Wednesday night. On most nights this season, when a knock-out blow was required the Raptors were ill-equipped or ill-prepared to…
Major new holiday trend to dominate the travel industry in 2025
This year has been dubbed the year of ‘Holisti-Days’ and ‘Efficient Escapism’, with holidays increasingly focused on fitness and wellness as Brits seek outdoor activities to boost their mental health.…