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Tens of thousands without power as snow and ice warnings cover most of UK

Yellow weather warnings for most of the UK remain until Saturday afternoon, with a further warning for some parts on Sunday.

How a football pitch turned Birmingham’s snowy sky pink

The phenomenon was seen by thousands, from Birmingham city centre to parts of Staffordshire.

Watch: Backlash against Musk’s Grok AI explained

Technology editor Zoe Kleinman explains the row over changes made by X to it's Grok AI image edits, after the UK government called it "insulting".

Two wounded in shooting involving federal agents in Portland

The Department of Homeland Security says the incident began with the traffic stop of a Venezuelan gang member.

Fletcher’s focus solely on Man Utd FA Cup tie

Manchester United interim boss Darren Fletcher says he there have been no conversations with club chiefs over his future since he replaced sacked Ruben Amorim.

Decide on X ban within days, government tells regulator after AI tool concerns

It comes after government urged Ofcom to use all its powers – up to and including an effective ban – against X.

Man found guilty of trying to rape woman on flight

The 45-year-old, from Italy, moved seats to sit beside the woman during the night-time journey to Edinburgh.

Man found guilty of trying to rape woman on flight

The 45-year-old, from Italy, moved seats to sit beside the woman during the night-time journey to Edinburgh.

Why are there huge protests going on in Iran?

Anti-government protests in Iran have continued for the 13th consecutive day.

US seizes fifth oil tanker linked to Venezuela, officials say

The tanker, the Olina, is on multiple countries' sanctions list and is "suspected of carrying embargoed oil", US officials say.

UK facing £28bn defence spending gap claims

The MoD believes it requires an extra £28bn over the next four years, according to reports.

Spurs captain Romero given additional ban after red card

Tottenham captain Cristian Romero is given an additional one-match suspension and fined £50,000 for his behaviour during his side's Premier League defeat to Liverpool last month.