UK sanctions four paramilitary commanders in Sudan over 'mass killings'

First-time buyers in the UK are now borrowing an average of £210,800 for their mortgages, marking a record high as of September 2025. This increase is attributed to rising wages and more lenient affordability tests, enabling buyers to access homes that were previously out of reach.

A tragic shooting during Hanukkah celebrations in the UK has resulted in the deaths of at least 15 individuals, with over 42 others injured. This incident has prompted heightened security measures in Jewish communities across the country as they mourn the victims.

The UK government has announced a scheme aimed at funding town centre improvements in Wales, a decision typically within the purview of Welsh ministers. This initiative has sparked discussions regarding the implications for Welsh devolution, particularly as it will not extend to Northern Ireland.

A drone strike on a United Nations peacekeeping logistics base in Kadugli, Sudan, resulted in the deaths of six Bangladeshi peacekeepers and injuries to eight others. UN Secretary-General António Guterres condemned the attack, labeling it as 'unjustifiable' and suggesting it could constitute a war crime.

A drone attack in Kadugli, Sudan, has resulted in the deaths of six Bangladeshi peacekeepers, with the United Nations condemning the incident as 'horrific.' The Sudanese army has attributed the attack to the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF), escalating concerns over the safety of peacekeeping missions in the region.

A drone strike attributed to the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) in central Sudan has resulted in the deaths of at least three individuals and injuries to several others. This incident occurs amid an intensified offensive by the RSF in the Kordofan region, following their control of Darfur in October. The ongoing violence highlights the deteriorating security situation in the country.

Migrant arrivals in small boats to the UK have resumed after a 28-day hiatus, marking the longest period without such crossings since 2018. This development highlights the ongoing challenges faced by migrants attempting to reach the UK via dangerous routes across the English Channel.

Forecasters have issued a 'danger to life' warning as heavy rain and flooding are expected to affect parts of the UK this weekend, particularly due to fast-flowing rivers. This weather event follows the recent impact of Storm Bram, which has already caused significant disruptions across the country.