Anthony Joshua Released from Hospital After Road Crash; Other News Briefs: FTSE 100 Surpasses Global Peers, Eurostar Back to Normal Operations, Sydney Seeks Peace Amid Terror Attack.
Anthony Joshua Released from Hospital After Fatal Road Crash
Former world champion boxer Anthony Joshua has been discharged from the hospital following a fatal car crash in Nigeria. The accident, which also resulted in the deaths of friends, prompted Joshua to pay respects at the scene and express deep sorrow over the tragic loss.
- Anthony Joshua discharged from hospital after fatal road crash — Sky News
- Anthony Joshua pays respects to friends killed in road crash — Sky News
- Anthony Joshua’s friend describes ‘crazy nightmare’ after Nigeria car crash — Sky News
Arctic Blast Brings Snow and Ice Warnings for New Year’s Eve
A powerful Arctic blast is set to bring widespread snow and ice across the region as 2026 begins, prompting authorities to issue multiple snow and ice warnings. The storm is expected to last five days, disrupting travel and daily life.
- Arctic blast to bring in the new year with snow and ice warnings issued — BBC News
- Five days of snow and ice warnings as 2026 begins with Arctic blast — BBC News
- Snow and ice warnings issued as 2026 begins with Arctic blast — BBC News
- Snow and ice warnings issued as 2026 to begin with Arctic blast — BBC News
PM’s ‘year of proof’ and ‘fight’ with judges over Shamima Begum
The Prime Minister faces a year-long battle to prove his commitment, marked by disagreements with the judiciary in relation to the case of Shamima Begum.
- The Papers: PM’s ‘year of proof’ and ‘fight’ with judges over Shamima Begum — BBC News
- The Archers cast recreate first episode for 75th anniversary — BBC News
- The £3m race to save polar explorer Shackleton’s villa — BBC News
Eurostar Services Resume Normal Operations After Channel Tunnel Disruption
Following a major disruption in the Channel Tunnel, Eurostar services have been restored to normal operation across all routes.
- European court questions UK decision to revoke Shamima Begum’s citizenship — Sky News
- Eurostar services return to normal after major Channel Tunnel disruption — BBC News
Disney worker injured stopping large fake boulder from audience
A Disney theme park employee was hurt while trying to prevent a massive fake boulder weighing around 400 pounds (180 kg) or 180-kg from crashing into an audience during a live event.
- Disney worker hurt stopping 400-lb fake boulder from hitting audience — BBC News
- Disney worker hurt stopping 180-kg fake boulder from hitting audience — BBC News
Teen Identified After Fatal Fall from California’s Mt Baldy
A teenager has been identified as the victim of a fatal fall from Mount Baldy in California, where they fell approximately 500 feet (150 meters) down the mountain.
- Teen who died after falling 500 feet from California’s Mt Baldy identified — BBC News
- Teen who died after falling 150 metres from California’s Mt Baldy identified — BBC News
The Cost of Inequality: How the ‘postcode lottery’ harms young children
A BBC News report highlights how the UK’s postcode-based funding system for early childhood education creates significant disparities, leaving poorer areas with limited resources and impacting the development of disadvantaged children.
- How the ‘postcode lottery’ of parenting really impacts young children — BBC News
- How choirboy who led Prince Charles’ procession became global conman — BBC News
Revolution Bars Faces Cash Crisis, Owner Seeks Quick Sale
The owner of Revolution Bars is planning a rapid sale of the struggling chain as mounting financial difficulties threaten its survival. With cash reserves dwindling and debts piling up, the business faces an urgent need for a swift exit strategy to avoid bankruptcy.
34-Year-Old Man Charged with Murder After Car Hits Pedestrians
A 34-year-old man has been charged with murder after a car struck and killed pedestrians in an incident reported by Sky News.
- Murder charge after man, 34, killed when car hit group of pedestrians — Sky News
- Murder charge after man, 34, killed when car hit pedestrians — Sky News
Sydney’s Message of Peace for New Year After Bondi Terror Attack
In the wake of a terror attack in Sydney’s Bondi neighborhood, authorities and residents send a unified message of peace and unity as the year ends, emphasizing solidarity and hope.
- Sydney sends message of peace for New Year’s after Bondi terror attack — BBC News
- Sydney sends message of peace for New Year’s after Bondi attack — BBC News
UK’s FTSE 100 Index Posts Best Year Since 2009, Outpacing Global Rivals
The UK’s flagship stock index, the FTSE 100, has delivered its strongest annual performance since 2009, surpassing both US and European counterparts in a record-breaking year.