The political strategist who became Starmer's right-hand man
Posted on Sunday February 08, 2026

McSweeney, long considered instrumental to the rise of the PM, derived his power and influence from his track record as a political strategist.

My car was stolen. Here are six important things I learned
Posted on Sunday February 08, 2026

Keyless thefts are on the rise and car crime is increasingly organised and high-tech.

Dozens of flood warnings in England after days of non-stop rain
Posted on Sunday February 08, 2026

Rain has fallen in south-west England and south Wales every day of 2026 so far, the Met Office said.

Russia names three suspects in shooting of general
Posted on Sunday February 08, 2026

The suspects include the alleged gunman, Lyubomir Korba, whom Russia says fled to the UAE after the attack.

Super Bowl excitement mounts as Bad Bunny prepares for half-time show
Posted on Sunday February 08, 2026

After a week of frenzied build-up in the San Francisco Bay Area, Super Bowl 60 - America's biggest game - takes place on Sunday night.