Connor Sephton
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TV journalist shot dead at scene of murder in Florida
The suspect has been identified as Keith Melvin Moses, and he has been formally charged with the murder of the first victim. Additional charges relating to the other four victims are set to follow. → Read More
Turkey-Syria earthquake: UK sends thousands of thermal blankets
Across Turkey and Syria, the number of fatalities now far exceeds the 18,400 who died in a 2011 earthquake off Fukushima in Japan, and the 18,000 killed after the Istanbul quake of 1999. → Read More
Ukraine war: Russia attacks 'pompous' Zelenskyy and warns UK as president asks for more weapons
The embassy went on to mock "the ex-comedian in a green sweatshirt now on tour around Europe" - and also had a warning for the UK government. Zelenskyy is set to travel to Brussels to attend an EU summit today. → Read More
Turkey-Syria earthquake: 'Our hands cannot pick anything up'
Experts have warned that the window for finding survivors under the rubble is closing fast, but many anguished families say a shortage of rescuers and equipment is hurting their chances of saving loved ones. → Read More
State of the Union: Biden says he's willing to work with political rivals
His speech was designed to set an optimistic tone ahead of a second presidential campaign in 2024, which is expected to launch in a matter of weeks. But many Democratic voters have admitted they're concerned about his age. → Read More
5,600 buildings destroyed by quake in Turkey
In a rebel-held enclave of Syria, four million people were already displaced before the powerful tremors struck - and many live in buildings wrecked by military bombardments. → Read More
Alec Baldwin will remain in lead role of Rust
Cinematographer Halyna Hutchins died following a shooting on set in October 2021 - and her husband Matt is also going to remain as the movie's executive producer. → Read More
Twitter accused of being behind on rent once again
This isn't the first time that Twitter has gotten into trouble for being behind on rent. A lawsuit was filed by the landlord of its San Francisco headquarters earlier this month, too. → Read More
Julian Sands: British actor goes missing while hiking in Californian mountains
Avalanche risks meant rescue crews were pulled off the mountain on Saturday evening - but searches using helicopters and drones are being performed when the weather permits. → Read More
Ferry services to and from Calais suspended as national strike begins in France
Eurostar said its services would also be affected by the general strike in France, and it would be running a "revised timetable" today and tomorrow. → Read More
NHS leaders making contingency plans as biggest walkout in its history looms
Ambulance workers and nurses are both set to go on strike on 6 February - the first time they've taken industrial action simultaneously. There are fears it could pose a "significant challenge" for the NHS. → Read More
UK weather: Met Office alerts warn snow set to trigger power cuts, road closures and train cancellations
Weather warnings will in place across large swathes of the country until tomorrow afternoon - and Britons are being urged to check in on the elderly and vulnerable. → Read More
Rail strikes escalate as drivers begin walkout
Eight rail companies are running no services today - piling further misery on commuters who have been contending with three consecutive days of strikes. → Read More
Is your maths up to scratch? Find out with our quiz
Right now, compulsory maths education ends at 16 - but the prime minister has unveiled plans to ensure all pupils study the subject in some form until they're 18. → Read More
Commuters hit with five days of rail strikes, amid fears millions of Britons may ditch trains for good
About 40,000 members of the RMT union from Network Rail and 14 train operators are taking industrial action today, tomorrow, Friday and Saturday - meaning most services nationwide will not run. Train drivers are also set to stage a one-day walkout on Thursday. → Read More
Founder of bankrupt crypto firm FTX Sam Bankman-Fried breaks his silence, with thousands locked out of savings
FTX, a cryptocurrency exchange that operated around the world, collapsed as panicked traders pulled $6bn out of the company in just three days after a series of bombshell allegations. → Read More
William and Kate in US as prince distances himself from race row
Lady Susan Hussey resigned from her duties at Buckingham Palace after repeatedly asking a black visitor "where she really came from". → Read More
Seeing Father Christmas is going to be different this year... in a good way
One website that allows retailers to book an appearance from Father Christmas says it has seen a 30% increase in demand compared with last year. → Read More
Sam Bankman-Fried: This crypto entrepreneur saw his £21bn empire crumble in just three days
No longer a billionaire, Sam Bankman-Fried says his net worth has dwindled to $100,000 (£80,000) following FTX's demise - and he admitted it has been a "bad month". → Read More
Suella Braverman avoids press questions after travelling to Manston in £3,500-an-hour military helicopter
The home secretary spent about two hours at Manston and left using a side gate - away from the journalists who were gathered at the main entrance. → Read More