The worst of the weather is expected to hit Scotland, with weather warnings in place until Sunday. Read full story Author:
Young Italian golfer feared dead and 100 in critical condition – what we know so far
Authorities say 40 people died in the blaze in the resort of Crans-Montana. Read full story Author:
Anthony Joshua’s driver charged over Nigeria crash that killed two
The former heavyweight champion was a passenger in the crash, which killed two of his team members on Monday. Read full story Author:
BBC reports from the scene of Swiss resort bar fire
The BBC’s Silvia Costeloe says the bar where the fire broke out has been around for at least 40 years, and is considered an institution in the area. Read full …
Disbelief in Crans-Montana on New Year’s Day
BBC’s Silvia Costeloe says the fire happened in the beating heart of lively Crans-Montana. Read full story Author:
Video shows fire spreading across bar ceiling
The moment a Swiss bar was set ablaze appears to have been captured on video. Read full story Author:
UK prepares for New Year celebrations as cold weather warnings issued
The cold snap is expected to have an impact on rail services, roads and ferries as people travel for New Year’s events. Read full story Author:
Queen praises Hunt family for their bravery after triple murders
Her Majesty shares her own experience of assault in a discussion with John and Amy Hunt about violence against women. Read full story Author:
Nurse ‘lucky to be alive’ after crowbar attack at hospital
Nurse Megan Lynch was stood at a vending machine when she was hit over the head with the crowbar. Read full story Author:
Mum and children who died in Boxing Day fire named
Fionnghuala Shearman and her daughter Eve and son Ohner died in the house fire on Boxing Day. Read full story Author:
British-Egyptian dissident appears to endorse ‘smear campaign’ claims
Alaa Abd El Fattah has faced backlash over old social media posts where he called for the killing of Zionists. Read full story Author:
Flight to edge of space left me harassed and depressed
Blue Origin’s all-female crew, which included scientist Amanda Nguyen, was launched into space in April. Read full story Author:
US offered Ukraine 15-year security guarantee, Zelensky says
The US and Ukrainian presidents both describe talks in Florida as “great” and “terrific” but the issue of territory remains “unresolved”. Read full story Author:
Hospitals warned end-of-life care crisis threatening treatment
A rising number of patients in hospitals could affect the level of treatment carried out this winter, a group of regional NHS leaders have been told. Read full story Author:
Kate Bush ‘heartbroken’ over friend missing at sea
Matthew Upham and another man went missing in the sea in Devon on Christmas Day. Read full story Author:
The life and career of Brigitte Bardot – in pictures
The French actress redefined cinematic allure, captivating the world before championing animal rights. Read full story Author:
French cinema actress Brigitte Bardot dies aged 91
The actress was a symbol of sexual liberation in the 1950s but became increasingly controversial after making homophobic and racist slurs. Read full story Author:
Egyptian dissident should be deported from UK, Tories say
Alaa Abdel Fattah flew to the UK on Friday after a travel ban imposed by Cairo was lifted. Read full story Author:
Treasury to cover Bayeux Tapestry for estimated £800m
The huge embroidery will be covered under the government’s indemnity scheme when it travels to the UK. Read full story Author:
Her husband’s kidnapping became Malaysia’s biggest mystery. Then came a stunning confession
Nine years after her husband disappeared, Susanna Liew had a stunning legal win in one of Malaysia’s biggest mysteries. Read full story Author:
