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Badenoch sparks Westminster food fight as Starmer throws sandwich shade

In a row likely to generate more debate than many of their exchanges over the dispatch box, the prime minister has hailed the humble sandwich as \"a great British institution\" after Kemi Badenoch denounced the lunchtime staple as \"not real food\".

Journalists striking for second time over proposed deal to sell Observer

Journalists at the Guardian and the Observer yesterday began a second 48-hour strike in protest at the proposed sale of the Observer newspaper to Tortoise Media, which was agreed in principle last week.

Miliband announces 'ambitious reforms' to UK energy system

Ed Miliband has pledged to bring in \"the most ambitious reforms to the country's energy system in generations\" as he presses ahead with plans to accelerate the development of onshore wind farms in England.

Some jury trials may be axed in plan to ease court backlog

Jury trials could be abandoned for some criminal cases in England and Wales under a radical overhaul proposed by ministers as the crown courts backlog hit a record high.

Arsenal investigate antisemitic posts on X

Arsenal are investigating a series of antisemitic social media posts from an account allegedly belonging to a member of their staff.

A vote without a vote The Saudi World Cup is an act of violence and disdain

The shamelessness of Fifa's process was fully on show in Zurich during a display of contempt for governance, democracy, love, hope and good sense

'Many migrant workers will die': the human cost of 2034

Millions will build stadiums and hotels but testimony suggests abuse is deeply entrenched in Saudi Arabia

Built to order What will Saudi tournament look like?

Fifa's bid evaluation report left no doubt: Saudi Arabia had put together the most convincing, highest-scoring package of all time.

Gomez 'blessed to stay at best club in the world'

Joe Gomez says he is \"blessed\" to be at Liverpool after a summer in which the prospect of leaving was real.

Vlahovic and McKennie pile on the pain for Guardiola's struggling City

Missing in action during the past six weeks: Manchester City's pizzazz. It was absent here again, in the latest moping performance that has become the odd, yet recognisable face of Pep Guardiola's formerly supreme team.

Saka doubles up to put Arsenal on the verge of qualification

It would normally be over by now, the Champions League group stage done and dusted and yet there are still two more ties for Arsenal; a test of their physicality, the depth of their reserves as well as their resolve.

Ramirez stunner steals show as Twente hit for six

Chelsea cruised to a 14th straight victory in all competitions with a crushing win over FC Twente in the Women's Champions League.

Amorim says Ashworth exit a 'bad situation'

Ruben Amorim admits sporting director Dan Ashworth's shock exit is \"a bad situation\" but the Manchester United head coach believes the club's vision remains unaffected.

Abdullah puts Blades sale on hold with eyes on promotion

Sheffield United's owner, Prince Abdullah, has put the sale of the club on hold in the hope of cashing in if Chris Wilder's side are promoted to the Premier League.

Dallaglio pays tribute to Voyce as search continues

Lawrence Dallaglio has expressed his sorrow after his former England teammate Tom Voyce was apparently swept away while crossing a flooded river, with the Rugby World Cup winner saying it has echoes of his own family tragedy.

De Pauw leaves Villa amid allegations over remarks

Robert de Pauw's departure from his role as Aston Villa's women's team manager yesterday came amid concerns regarding the way he had allegedly spoken to his players, including about their appearance, the Guardian has been told.

Jones completes treble with win in London Classic

Gawain Jones, the British and English champion, who turned 37 yesterday, completed a remarkable year of recovery from tragedy when he won the £25,000 first prize in the XTX Markets London Classic.

Fast and furious Atkinson and Carse are now the main men of England's pace attack

After another 11 wickets in the second Test in Wellington, and a combined total across the tours of Pakistan and New Zealand now standing at 39, there can be no doubt this has been the winter of Gus Atkinson and Brydon Carse.

Beaumont's hair-raising knock seals series victory

England scrapped their way to a six-wicket victory in the third ODI against South Africa to win the series 2-1, relying on the steadying hand of Tammy Beaumont after Marizanne Kapp had left them wobbling perilously at 25 for three.

Supreme court allows appeal in £30bn car loan mis-selling case

The supreme court has granted permission for two car lenders to appeal against a landmark ruling on motor finance commission payments that has left firms fearing a potential £30bn compensation bill.

CMA launches bid-rigging investigation into school contractors

An investigation was launched yesterday into allegations that several roofing and construction firms illegally colluded to rig bids to win contracts for repairing schools.

Elon Musk's SpaceX valued at $350bn after share buyback

Elon Musk's rocket company, SpaceX, and its investors have agreed to buy shares from its employees, valuing the business at $350bn.

Harrods hits diners with £1 charge on top of 12.5% service fee

Harrods has introduced a £1-a-head \"cover charge\" in its London cafes and restaurants, which staff say aims to raise profits by up to £1m after a government crackdown on companies taking a cut of tips.

Annual cost of renting a home is 27% higher since pandemic

The average cost of renting a newly let UK home is now £3,240 higher than at the end of the pandemic lockdowns, after three years of rental increases outstripping rises in earnings, research shows.

US inflation rate up slightly as Fed ponders interest rate hike

The US inflation rate barely moved in November, the last piece of major economic news before the Federal Reserve decides whether to cut interest rates for the third time in as many months at its meeting next week.

Tui profits soar 35% as tourists look for more affordable destinations

Cash-strapped consumers are still prioritising spending on holidays but are choosing more affordable destinations including Egypt, Bulgaria and Tunisia, according to Europe's biggest package trip operator.

Labour's green energy goal 'leaves little room for error', say experts

Labour's plan to switch to a clean power system by 2030 faces \"significant challenges\" to avoid delays and prevent vulnerable households paying higher bills, experts have warned.

Outcry over Iran's new hijab law that could see women executed or jailed for 15 years

Women in Iran could face the death sentence or up to 15 years in prison if they defy compulsory morality laws due to come into effect tomorrow.

Trump picks son's fiancee as ambassador to Greece

Donald Trump has named Kimberly Guilfoyle, a former Fox News host who has been engaged to his eldest son, as US ambassador to Greece.

US executives warned about online 'hitlist' after killing of healthcare CEO

The New York police department (NYPD) has warned US healthcare executives of a heightened risk to their lives after identifying an online \"hitlist\" posted in the wake of last week's assassination of the United Healthcare CEO, Brian Thompson.