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Celebrities join the Princess of Wales for a carol service to thank Britain's volunteers
Published: December 5, 2025 22:14
The Prince and Princess of Wales and their children have attended the Together at Christmas carol service where they were joined by Hollywood stars.
World Cup 2026 - who the UK's home nations and Ireland will play
Published: December 5, 2025 19:18
Scotland and England now know who they will face in the group stage of the next summer's world cup.
EasyJet staff at Luton Airport to strike over Christmas
https://news.sky.com/story/easyjet-staff-at-luton-airport-to-strike-over-christmas-13479782
Published: December 5, 2025 15:36
EasyJet flights to major holiday destinations over the Christmas period could be delayed or cancelled after baggage handling and check-in staff at Luton Airport voted to go on strike.
Russia denies being behind Salisbury poisonings and warns of danger of war with Europe
Published: December 5, 2025 15:21
Russia's ambassador to the UK has rejected the findings of an official investigation into the death of Dawn Sturgess, killed after the Salisbury poisoning attack in 2018.
David Lammy suggests UK would benefit from rejoining an EU customs union
Published: December 5, 2025 15:04
Deputy Prime Minister David Lammy has suggested it could be beneficial for the UK to consider re-entering a customs union with the EU.
Convicted terrorist from Iraq jailed after entering UK illegally on a small boat
Published: December 5, 2025 14:51
A convicted terrorist from Iraq who entered the UK illegally has been sentenced to more than two years in jail.
Germany introduces controversial new military service law
Published: December 5, 2025 14:25
Germany will reintroduce voluntary military service after a controversial new law was passed through the Bundestag.
Former doctor charged over alleged sexual assaults on 38 patients
Published: December 5, 2025 14:19
A former doctor has been charged over alleged sexual assaults on 38 patients in his care.
Poundland reveals more store closures - here's the full list
https://news.sky.com/story/poundland-reveals-more-store-closures-is-yours-affected-13479697
Published: December 5, 2025 12:06
Discount retailer Poundland has revealed another wave of store closures over the winter as part of turnaround efforts by the new owners.
Netflix agrees blockbuster $72bn deal for Warner Bros studios
https://news.sky.com/story/netflix-agrees-blockbuster-72bn-deal-for-warner-bros-studios-13479683
Published: December 5, 2025 11:09
Netflix has agreed a $72bn (£54bn) deal to secure Warner Bros Discovery's film and TV studios and supercharge its library through rights to top franchises including Harry Potter and Game Of Thrones.
Several websites go down after Cloudflare outage
Published: December 5, 2025 09:32
Several websites, including Linkedin, Zoom and Canva, went down after new issues with internet provider Cloudflare.
Releasing Epstein files could jeopardise my appeal, claims Maxwell
Published: December 5, 2025 09:32
Releasing the Epstein files would harm Ghislaine Maxwell's bid for a retrial, her lawyers have claimed.
Four killed in latest US strike on alleged drug boat
https://news.sky.com/story/four-killed-in-latest-us-strike-on-alleged-drug-boat-13479594
Published: December 5, 2025 07:58
Four people have been killed in the latest US strike on an alleged drug boat amid growing unease at the legality of the attacks.
Modi and Putin embrace before talking trade at India-Russia summit
Published: December 5, 2025 06:52
Russian President Vladimir Putin was given a red carpet ceremonial welcome as he arrived in New Delhi for the 23rd India-Russia summit.
Which global leader has visited Oval Office most? The answer might surprise you
Published: December 5, 2025 05:14
Which global leader has been the most frequent visitor to the Oval Office during Donald Trump's first year back in power?
Stolen Fabergé pendant passed to police - quite literally
Published: December 5, 2025 04:28
A Fabergé pendant has been recovered - after police spent six days closely monitoring the man accused of swallowing it.
88-year-old veteran who worked full-time at supermarket given £1.2m to help him retire
Published: December 5, 2025 04:19
An 88-year-old US army veteran who works full time at a grocery store to make ends meet will receive over $1.7m (£1.2m) to help him retire.
Major city may have to evacuate as water supplies run low
Published: December 5, 2025 03:37
Iran's capital Tehran is counting down to "day zero" - the day the water runs out and the taps run dry.
Oil prices are down, but petrol prices are clearly not: What's going on - and will it get better?
Published: December 5, 2025 03:08
It's a debate that has raged since the end of the COVID pandemic but, despite regulatory scrutiny, it's fair to say there's been no clear answer to accusations that UK drivers pay over the odds for fuel.
Officials accused of 'failing' to tell Lords about three large-scale illegal waste sites
Published: December 5, 2025 02:38
Environment Agency bosses have been accused of "failing" to tell a cross-party committee of peers about three large-scale illegal waste sites - including one that was recently exposed by Sky News.
Next week, one of the world's toughest social media bans will come into force
Published: December 5, 2025 02:37
Australia will introduce one of the world's toughest social media policies for children next week, with a ban that comes into effect on Wednesday.
Child poverty strategy unveiled - but not everyone's happy
Published: December 5, 2025 01:45
A new long-awaited child poverty strategy is promising to lift half a million children out of poverty by the end of this parliament - but critics have branded it unambitious.
171 arrests in gig economy crackdown - with 60 delivery drivers to be deported
Published: December 5, 2025 01:01
The UK is deporting 60 delivery riders found to be working illegally after an immigration crackdown.
'Drop and cover' earthquake alert turns out to be false alarm
https://news.sky.com/story/drop-and-cover-earthquake-alert-turns-out-to-be-false-alarm-13479519
Published: December 4, 2025 22:13
An earthquake alert preparing people to "drop, cover, hold on" buzzed on phones in the US on Thursday - but turned out to be completely false.
Nigel Farage launches tirade at BBC over allegations he was racist at school
Published: December 4, 2025 21:43
Nigel Farage has launched a tirade against the BBC after he was asked about claims he used racist and antisemitic language when he was at school, which he denied.
'No discussion' about banning Maccabi Tel Aviv fans at match in Germany
Published: December 4, 2025 20:11
Maccabi Tel Aviv fans will be allowed into next week's Europa League match at Stuttgart as banning them was not considered, the German club has confirmed to Sky News.
Gaza longs for normality, but quasi-anarchy reigns and Hamas is once again exerting control
Published: December 4, 2025 19:13
There is a desperate desire for normality in Gaza - for full shops, functioning hospitals, open schools, habitable homes and usable roads. For electricity that comes on reliably, skies that don’t hum with drones and days that don’t crackle with gunfire.
Impotent sanctions on Russia are no match for solid financial support to Ukraine
Published: December 4, 2025 17:56
There is a sense of impotent futility to the latest sanctions imposed by the UK on Russia in the wake of the Dawn Sturgess public inquiry report released today.
Israel allowed to take part in Eurovision 2026 - as several countries withdraw
Published: December 4, 2025 17:45
Israel will be allowed to compete in next year's Eurovision Song Contest, organisers have said - with several broadcasters saying they will now boycott the event.
Petrofac administrators eye North Sea sale by Christmas
https://news.sky.com/story/petrofac-administrators-eye-north-sea-sale-by-christmas-13479410
Published: December 4, 2025 16:29
Administrators to Petrofac, the collapsed oilfield services company, are racing to secure a sale of its North Sea operations by Christmas - a move which could save thousands of British jobs.
'It all fits together': Scientists finally solve mystery of what caused Black Death plague
Published: December 4, 2025 15:47
The rapid spread of the Black Death through medieval Europe could have its origins in a massive volcanic eruption, according to new research.
Army unit in Derby as 200 homes evacuated and police make explosives arrests
Published: December 4, 2025 15:19
Around 200 homes have been evacuated and a major incident declared as police arrested two men on suspicion of explosives offences.
Man charged over allegedly assisting Manchester synagogue attacker with reconnaissance of defence facility
Published: December 4, 2025 14:19
A man has been charged with four terrorism offences following allegations that he assisted Manchester synagogue attacker Jihad al Shamie with an earlier reconnaissance of a UK defence facility, the Crown Prosecution Service (CPS) said.
Four arrested in Eastbourne and Brighton in right-wing terror probe
Published: December 4, 2025 14:09
Three men and a woman have been arrested in East Sussex as part of an investigation into extreme right-wing terrorism.
Industrial action on agenda as actors balloted over AI concerns
Published: December 4, 2025 12:37
Thousands of members of actors' trade union Equity are being asked whether they would support industrial action over artificial intelligence protections.
Ukraine has become Europe's war - so why doesn't it act like it?
https://news.sky.com/story/ukraine-has-become-europes-war-so-why-doesnt-it-act-like-it-13479249
Published: December 4, 2025 10:25
Something concrete and unarguable has emerged from the diplomatic turbulence generated by Donald Trump's attempts to end the war in Ukraine.
Arrests after 'industrial scale' drugs laboratories found
Published: December 4, 2025 10:17
Eight people have been arrested on Merseyside by police investigating the discovery of alleged drugs laboratories "on an industrial scale".
Number of flu patients in hospital beds across England rises by more than 50%
https://news.sky.com/story/number-of-flu-patients-in-hospital-beds-across-england-rises-13479183
Published: December 4, 2025 10:00
The number of flu patients in hospital beds across England is more than 50% higher than the same period in 2024, according to NHS data.
Police to ramp up use of 'out-of-control' facial recognition tech
Published: December 4, 2025 09:21
The use of controversial facial recognition technology will be ramped up by police under government plans.
Farmers lose more than £800m after hottest spring and summer on record, study finds
Published: December 4, 2025 08:23
British arable farmers are facing a revenue loss of more than £800m after one of the worst-ever harvests on record, analysis shows.
Energy grid £28bn upgrade to increase household bills
https://news.sky.com/story/energy-grid-16328bn-upgrade-to-add-163108-to-household-bills-13479170
Published: December 4, 2025 08:06
The energy regulator has confirmed plans for a massive upgrade to the UK's energy grids, adding £108 to customer bills by 2031.
Doctors failed to tell father of seven he was terminally ill
Published: December 4, 2025 04:49
A father of seven was not told he was terminally ill by doctors, who instead said he would be okay, an investigation has found.
A&E 'under siege from hiccups and ingrowing toenails' - as NHS makes fresh warning to patients
Published: December 4, 2025 04:45
Hundreds of thousands of people with issues such as blocked noses, sore throats and earache went to accident and emergency in England over the past year when they could have gone to GPs or pharmacists.
Seven questions to be answered by inquiry into the Salisbury novichok poisonings
Published: December 4, 2025 04:16
When Dawn Sturgess was given a bottle of perfume by her partner Charlie Rowley, she couldn't have known it contained enough military-grade nerve agent to kill thousands of people.
Whistleblowers reveal hundreds of UK moderators have left TikTok
Published: December 4, 2025 03:01
Hundreds of UK online safety workers at TikTok have already signed agreements to leave the company, whistleblowers have told Sky News, despite the firm stressing to MPs that the cuts were "still proposals only".
'If someone took Trump's land, how would he feel?' - Ukrainians view peace talks with suspicion
Published: December 4, 2025 01:50
A Ukrainian farmer-turned-soldier in the Donbas has a message for Donald Trump as the US president attempts to broker a peace deal between Kyiv and Moscow.
3.3-magnitude earthquake shakes part of northwest England
https://news.sky.com/story/33-magnitude-earthquake-shakes-part-of-northwest-england-13479146
Published: December 4, 2025 01:41
A 3.3-magnitude earthquake has struck Lancashire - with dozens of people saying it shook their homes or woke them up.
Four mayoral elections to be postponed - as Labour accused of 'scandalous attempt to subvert democracy'
Published: December 3, 2025 22:14
Four mayoral elections due to take place in May 2026 are set to be postponed by two years, Sky News understands.
Rachel Reeves between a rook and a hard place after chess row
Published: December 3, 2025 21:37
As an opening gambit at PMQs, Kemi Badenoch attacked Labour's knight, the prime minister, over his Treasury queen, Rachel Reeves.
Trump aide reveals World Cup safety plans
Published: December 3, 2025 21:11
Donald Trump's World Cup supremo has told Sky News the US president "never rules anything out" to ensure next year's tournament is staged safely.
US defence secretary faces escalating scrutiny as report finds he put troops at risk
Published: December 3, 2025 20:52
US defence secretary Pete Hegseth risked imperilling American troops by sharing information that could have been intercepted by a foreign adversary, according to a Pentagon watchdog.
Campaigners call for stronger reforms to tackle baby formula crisis
Published: December 3, 2025 18:40
The UK government is being urged to take even stronger action to tackle the ongoing crisis of families unable to afford baby formula milk.
Mystery solved after 'tentacles' wash up on Scottish beach
Published: December 3, 2025 17:52
Mysterious tentacles washed up on a beach in Scotland belong to a rare deep-sea creature called the seven-arm octopus, a scientist has told Sky News.
'No one helped us': The Sri Lankan community left in a mass of mud and loss after Cyclone Ditwah
Published: December 3, 2025 16:59
This community in Sri Lanka's Kandy District is a mass of mud and loss.
Trump pardons Democrat congressman and his wife charged in bribery case
Published: December 3, 2025 16:53
US President Donald Trump has pardoned a moderate Democrat and his "wonderful" wife after they were charged with bribery.
Woman loses case against her employer over transgender toilet policy
Published: December 3, 2025 16:42
An engineer who took aerospace giant Leonardo UK to an employment tribunal for having to share women's toilets with transgender colleagues has lost a discrimination claim.
Fake nurse who fraudulently pocketed more than £170,000 jailed
Published: December 3, 2025 16:34
A man who posed as a registered nurse, earning more than £170,000 from his fraudulent activity, has been jailed for more than three years.
DNA identifies suspected killer 20 years after woman found dead in seafront shelter
Published: December 3, 2025 16:30
A suspected murderer has been named 20 years after a woman was stabbed multiple times and her body set on fire.
Children hurt after roof ripped off double-decker bus
Published: December 3, 2025 15:30
Several children have been injured after the roof of a double-decker bus was ripped off when it passed under a bridge.
Matthew Perry's parents say doctor is 'among most culpable of all' ahead of first sentencing
Published: December 3, 2025 15:04
Matthew Perry's parents have criticised the "jackals" involved in dealing drugs to the star - and accused a doctor of being "among the most culpable of all" ahead of his sentencing today.
Thousands of homes told to boil water before drinking
Published: December 3, 2025 14:45
Water supplies are being restored to thousands of homes in Kent, but it must be boiled before drinking, South East Water (SEW) has said.
'Never-before-seen' images of Jeffrey Epstein's island released - showing 'disturbing look into his world'
Published: December 3, 2025 14:22
Democrats on the House Oversight Committee have released "never-before-seen" images and videos of Jeffrey Epstein's private island.
Family of Harry Dunn, killed by former US spy, say report into UK government's response 'incredibly painful' to read
Published: December 3, 2025 13:30
The family of teenager Harry Dunn, killed by a former US spy, said a damning report into the UK government's handling of their case was "incredibly painful" to read.
'A wicked woman': Retired teacher spared jail for 'sadistic' abuse of young girls
Published: December 3, 2025 12:08
A "sadistic" teacher who abused young girls in residential care over a 15-year period has been spared jail and ordered to pay £1,000 to each of her 18 victims.
Nursery worker, 45, pleads guilty to 26 serious sexual offences against children
Published: December 3, 2025 12:04
A nursery worker has pleaded guilty to 26 serious sexual offences against children following one of the Metropolitan Police's most harrowing and complex child sexual abuse investigations.
'Appalling' threats to workers removing flags for Christmas lights condemned
Published: December 3, 2025 11:16
Political leaders in Aberdeen have joined forces to condemn "disgraceful" incidents of workers being threatened while taking down flags to put up Christmas lights.
Girl killed in children's birthday party shooting was 'the light in everyone's life', family says
Published: December 3, 2025 10:45
An eight-year-old girl described as "the light in everyone's life" has been identified as one of four people killed in a mass shooting at a child's party in California, her devastated family said.
Search for Malaysia Airlines flight MH370 to resume 11 years after it went missing
Published: December 3, 2025 09:42
The deep-sea hunt for missing Malaysia Airlines flight MH370, which vanished more than 11 years ago, will resume this month, Malaysia's transport ministry has said.
Health secretary hits out at BMA's 'juvenile delinquency' over doctors' strikes
https://news.sky.com/story/wes-streeting-accuses-bma-of-behaving-like-moaning-minnies-13478661
Published: December 3, 2025 08:27
The health secretary has accused the British Medical Association of "juvenile delinquency" and behaving like "moaning minnies" after the union announced that resident doctors will go on strike in the run-up to Christmas.
Rafah crossing to open 'in coming days' to let Gazans cross into Egypt, Israel says
Published: December 3, 2025 08:13
Israel is preparing to open the Rafah crossing "in the coming days" to let Gaza residents cross into Egypt – as it claimed that partial remains handed over this week do not match the hostages taken in 2023.
Ads by major clothing brands banned over 'misleading' sustainability claims
Published: December 3, 2025 07:58
Ads for Nike, Superdry and Lacoste have been banned in the UK after regulators ruled they exaggerated environmental benefits and misled consumers.
Thames Water debt pile rises further despite return to profit
https://news.sky.com/story/thames-water-debt-pile-rises-further-despite-return-to-profit-13478595
Published: December 3, 2025 05:24
Cash-strapped Thames Water has revealed a further rise in its debt pile while recording a return to profit on the back of inflation-busting hikes to bills.
Nurses 'deeply concerned about what lies ahead'
https://news.sky.com/story/nhs-patients-being-set-up-to-suffer-this-winter-nurses-warn-13478593
Published: December 3, 2025 03:59
Hospital patients are being "set up to suffer" this winter, with "distressing" scenes of vulnerable and elderly people left waiting in corridors likely to be repeated, nurses have warned.
Once again, the US defaults to a position that favours Moscow - and latest Putin talks show how
Published: December 2, 2025 23:44
The Americans were given the full VIP treatment on their visit to Moscow.
Spirit animal: Raccoon gets drunk as a skunk in a booze store - and sleeps off hangover in the toilet
Published: December 2, 2025 23:12
A raccoon has gotten as drunk as a skunk.
Rachel Reeves hit by Labour rural rebellion over inheritance tax on farmers
Published: December 2, 2025 21:52
Chancellor Rachel Reeves has suffered another budget blow with a rebellion by rural Labour MPs over inheritance tax on farmers.
Courts system in a 'calamitous' state, warns ex-judge who recommended jury cuts
Published: December 2, 2025 20:46
Sir Brian Leveson, who conducted the independent review of the courts system that guided the government's decision to reduce on jury trials, has suggested there is no alternative.
FIFA backs away from dynamic pricing for all World Cup tickets
Published: December 2, 2025 20:41
FIFA has backed away from using dynamic pricing for all 2026 World Cup tickets amid concerns about the cost of attending the tournament in North America.
Holly Willoughby fined after colliding with moped and injuring rider
Published: December 2, 2025 19:19
TV presenter Holly Willoughby has been fined in court after she admitted driving without due care and attention when her car collided with a moped, injuring the rider.
Families count the cost of devastating Sri Lanka floods
https://news.sky.com/story/families-count-the-cost-of-devastating-sri-lanka-floods-13478440
Published: December 2, 2025 19:09
On the outskirts of Colombo, Sri Lanka's capital, Asiri is trying to dry out his home.
Sabrina Carpenter hits out at 'disgusting' White House video featuring her song
Published: December 2, 2025 18:26
Sabrina Carpenter has hit out at an "evil and disgusting" White House video of migrants being detained that uses one of her songs.
Faberge egg sells for world-record sum
Published: December 2, 2025 18:13
A Faberge egg commissioned by a Russian tsar has sold for a record £22.9m at auction in London.
Mortuary workers exposed to 'dangerously high' levels of toxin from Air India crash bodies
Published: December 2, 2025 17:35
Mortuary workers were exposed to "dangerously high" levels of toxic substances from preserved bodies repatriated to the UK following the Air India plane crash, a coroner's report has revealed.
Man killed in Christmas Day 'trail of carnage', court told
Published: December 2, 2025 16:49
A man who died after he was hit head-on by a Mercedes driver in London's West End on Christmas Day "had not stood a chance", a court has heard.
Sarah Everard's mum gives statement to inquiry - read in full
https://news.sky.com/story/sarah-everards-mum-on-the-horror-of-her-daughters-final-hours-13478383
Published: December 2, 2025 16:32
Sarah Everard's mother said she is tormented by her daughter's final hours, in a moving statement to the Angiolini Inquiry into her daughter's death.
Government delays Chinese 'super embassy' decision
https://news.sky.com/story/government-delays-chinese-super-embassy-decision-again-13478365
Published: December 2, 2025 15:55
The UK government has again delayed its decision over whether to approve a Chinese "super embassy" in London until January.
Inquiry into Crown Estate launched after controversy over Andrew's residence
Published: December 2, 2025 15:17
An influential parliamentary committee is launching an inquiry into the Crown Estate - the vast range of properties and land owned by the monarchy.
Imran Khan healthy but isolated in jail, his sister says
Published: December 2, 2025 14:52
Imran Khan is suffering from isolation, his sister said, after weeks of not being able to see his family.
If Europe wants a war, we are ready to fight now, says Putin
https://news.sky.com/story/if-europe-wants-to-fight-a-war-we-are-ready-now-says-putin-13478316
Published: December 2, 2025 14:01
Vladimir Putin has said that if Europe wants a war, then Russia is ready now to fight.
Hillsborough families hit out at report into disaster - as it finds 12 police officers would have faced gross misconduct cases
Published: December 2, 2025 12:58
Police were guilty of "deep complacency", "fundamental failure" and a "concerted effort" to blame fans during and after the Hillsborough disaster, according to a report from the police watchdog.
Pope makes plea to Trump over Venezuela
Published: December 2, 2025 12:09
The Pope has urged Donald Trump not to try to oust Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro using military force.
Sex offences against women not given same response as other high-priority crimes, inquiry finds
Published: December 2, 2025 11:50
Sexually motivated crimes against women in public are not afforded the same response as other high-priority crimes, an inquiry into the rape and murder of Sarah Everard by off-duty police officer Wayne Couzens has found.
Former England cricketer Robin Smith dies
https://news.sky.com/story/former-england-cricketer-robin-smith-dies-13478147
Published: December 2, 2025 10:45
Former England cricketer Robin Smith has died aged 62.
Apple's AI chief steps down as company falls behind in tech race
https://news.sky.com/story/apples-ai-chief-steps-down-as-company-falls-behind-in-tech-race-13478218
Published: December 2, 2025 10:01
Apple's head of artificial intelligence and machine learning has stepped down from the company.
Briton detained in Ukraine on suspicion of spying for Russia to make 'easy money'
Published: December 2, 2025 09:28
A British man has been detained in Ukraine on suspicion of spying for Russia, the Ukrainian security service has said.
12 more prisoners mistakenly released from prison, admits justice secretary
Published: December 2, 2025 08:03
12 more prisoners have been mistakenly released from prison over the past month, David Lammy has confirmed - and two remain at large.
Britain has spoken on Die Hard's Christmas credentials - but you can still have your say in our poll
Published: December 2, 2025 03:26
It's a debate that's torn families apart for years - with selection boxes thrown in rage, and stony silences around the dinner table.
Plan to tackle 'courts emergency' to be unveiled - and one possible measure is sparking concern
Published: December 2, 2025 02:29
Radical measures to tackle the "courts emergency" will be unveiled by the government today - with speculation that jury trials could be limited to the most serious of crimes.
'I was busking - he wiped pee on my arm': Why women still feel so unsafe on Britain's streets
Published: December 2, 2025 00:01
In the middle of Liverpool city centre, musician Ami Alex is showing me a TikTok she posted while busking on the street.
El Chapo's son pleads guilty to drug charges in US
Published: December 1, 2025 22:44
A son of notorious drugs kingpin "El Chapo" has pleaded guilty to drug charges in the US.
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