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View from UK Call for closer EU ties to "Trump-proof" the country

Ed Davey has urged Keir Starmer to \"Trump-proof\" the UK by urgently seeking closer European cooperation over military aid for Ukraine and economic ties, following the US president-elect's threats over security and trade wars.

Foreign policy What will the new Trump world order look like?

uring the first Trump term, Richard Moore, then the political director of the UK Foreign Office and now the head of MI6, has admitted that half of Britain's diplomats woke up each morning dreading what they might read on the president's Twitter feed.

Keeping up with the Trumps A guide to America's first family - and what their roles might be

A guide to America's first family - and what their roles might be

Brian Cox Artists must 'fly flag of truth', says Succession actor

Artists need to \"keep the flag of truth flying\" after Donald Trump's election victory, the actor Brian Cox has said.

'Cosying up to Elon Musk' What a second era of Trump means for US tech companies

When the US election result pushed shares in the AI chip maker Nvidia to a record high and did the same to the price of bitcoin cryptocurrency, the market gave its verdict on what Trump redux means for at least parts of the technology world: a boom.

'Authoritarian in the White House' What experts are expecting from Trump 2.0

What experts are expecting from Trump 2.0

'Reproductive apocalypse' Women now stockpiling abortion medication

When the election results were announced on Wednesday, Rebecca Gomperts, the founder of Aid Access, the No. 1 supplier of abortion pills by mail in the United States, was huddled in a Paris flat with her team of eight American doctors and 15 support staff. The group—which usually operates remotely, shipping out more than 9,000 abortion pills a month—had convened in person before the election, knowing they might have to spring into action.

Project 2025 Hard-right plan to go ahead, say allies of new president

Cheerleaders for Donald Trump have gleefully raised the prospect of the extremist Project 2025 policy blueprint being implemented by the new administration as they taunted the defeated Democrats.

"Tough, smart' Wiles becomes first female chief of staff

Susie Wiles, who has been named as Donald Trump's new White House chief of staff, will be the first woman in US history to serve in the role as gatekeeper to the president - a position that wields great influence.

'There is no price tag' on plans to deport millions of migrants, says Trump

Donald Trump's vow to deport millions of undocumented migrants has no \"price tag,\" the president-elect has said, setting the scene for a confrontation between his incoming administration and Democratic officials across the US.

Rastafari memories Jamaican religion's UK home revived

The headquarters of the Rastafarian faith in Britain is being brought back to life with an exhibition its organiser hopes will help to dispel myths about the religion, which continues to be a big influence in popular culture from music and food to fashion.

MPs say regulation of all psychotherapists and counsellors more important than ever

MPs with expertise in mental health have urged the government to introduce statutory regulation for all psychotherapists and counsellors, warning that the current system is leaving people vulnerable to harm.

NHS-brand baby formula could tackle price rise, watchdog says

The government could offer its own low-cost baby formula under a brand such as the NHS to combat the high prices and lack of choice in the market, the UK competition watchdog has suggested.

Archers fans mourn June Spencer who has died at 105

June Spencer, the long-time star of the BBC radio drama The Archers, has died at the age of 105.

Cricketing rival fishes Botham from crocodile-infested waters

Sir Ian Botham, the former England cricketer, survived a fall into crocodile-infested waters on a fishing trip in Australia's Northern Territory thanks to a rescue by his close friend and Ashes rival Merv Hughes.

Paul Mescal lookalike in Dublin wins '€20 or three pints'

Two weeks ago, a competition to find a Timothée Chalamet lookalike in New York led to one arrest, a $500 (£390) fine for an \"unpermitted costume contest\", and a surprise appearance by the real-life Chalamet.

Sharing's not caring? Restaurateur cuts up rough over diners eating on the cheap

Shortly after opening his north London restaurant, Hugh Corcoran noticed a pattern among some of his diners: large groups ordering tap water, starters and mains to share.

Former Blair chief of staff appointed as PM's national security adviser

Jonathan Powell, the former chief of staff to Tony Blair, has been appointed as Keir Starmer's new national security adviser in a further sign that important figures from the New Labour era are returning to the government.

Miliband, Mandelson and Ashton in frame for new US ambassador

A decision on a new US ambassador is likely to be taken within days, with David Miliband, Peter Mandelson and Cathy Ashton all on the shortlist, the Guardian understands.

Act now or risk climate disaster, warns UN secretary general

The world is still underestimating the risk of catastrophic climate breakdown and ecosystem collapse, the UN secretary general has warned in the run-up to Cop29, acknowledging that the rise in global heating is on course to soar past 1.5C (2.7F) over pre-industrial levels.

Ukraine fears relations with UK have 'worsened'

Ukraine's relationship with the UK has \"got worse\" since the Labour government took power in July, officials in Kyiv have told the Guardian, voicing frustration over Britain's failure to supply extra long-range missiles.

George says Jones regime successful but 'challenging'

The England captain, Jamie George, has admitted that Eddie Jones's regime could be \"challenging\" and empathises with Danny Care after his explosive claims about the Australian's setup, insisting that a toxic environment is not a necessary price to pay for success.

'He respects I'm in charge': Carsley has not spoken with Tuchel about England squad

Lee Carsley has revealed he is yet to speak to Thomas Tuchel about the England squad he will hand over to him in the new year.

Osimhen makes Spurs pay as Lankshear scores and sees red

When everyone had gathered breath, the only surprise was that Tottenham had run Galatasaray so close.

Diallo steps into Rashford's shoes to end United's wait for victory

Hold on to your hat: Manchester United are victorious in Europe after three consecutive Europa League draws and three more without winning in last term's Champions League.

Arsenal will take time to replace Edu

Arsenal plan to take their time over appointing Edu's successor as sporting director, with his deputy, Jason Ayto, set to step until the recruitment process has been completed.

'I had the same feeling as Harry: do Spurs really want to win?'

In exclusive extracts from his autobiography, the goalkeeper tells of the dismay he and others felt at how well the club took losing the 2019 Champions League final

Félix leads Chelsea's finishing masterclass

When the idea for the Europa Conference League first came to UEFA, it is unlikely that anybody in Nyon envisaged that one day a club of Chelsea's means would be pumping six unanswered first-half goals past an Armenian outfit who were only founded seven years ago.

Coventry end Robins' long reign

Coventry have made the surprise decision to sack Mark Robins, with the Championship club's board unhappy over \"the performance of the team over an extended period\", despite describing the 54-year-old as one of the Sky Blues' \"greatest ever managers\".

Trescothick wants 50-over change after latest defeat

Marcus Trescothick has said the current domestic structure is \"not helping\" England's new generation of white-ball cricketers.