Two major TV channels are set to be axed tomorrow in a major shake-up for Sky - while a third will be made free to view for the first time. Earlier this month, it was revealed that channels Sky Harry Potter and Sky Jurassic Park were due to be replaced as Sky Family HD and Action HD. While Sky Exclusives has been re-named Sky Sci-Fi, Sky Sports Darts will also switch back to acting as Sky Sports F1. And channels MTV Music, Club MTV, MTV 90s, MTV 80s, Pop and Tiny Pop have already permanently closed, having waved goodbye at the start of the year. TWO major TV channels are set to be axed tomorrow in a major shake-up for Sky - while a third will be made free to view for the first timeThe TV channel currently airs content on Satellite UK 158, ROI 162, and on Sky Glass & Stream UK 153 & ROI 149, and it's time shift service HGTV+1 has also been axed.

January 12, 2026 19:57 UTC

Malaysia suspended access to Elon Musk's chatbot Grok over AI-generated pornographic content, the country's tech regulator said on Sunday. When an AFP reporter in the Malaysian capital Kuala Lumpur fed Grok prompts on Sunday, there was no response. 'This action follows repeated misuse of Grok to generate obscene, sexually explicit, indecent, grossly offensive and non-consensual manipulated images,' the regulator said. Former transport minister Louise Haigh said the Government and Labour party ought to 'remove themselves entirely' from social media site X. Regulator Ofcom said it made 'urgent contact' with Musk's social media platform.

January 12, 2026 19:53 UTC

Elon Musk's X was today blasted for 'monetising abuse' over sexualised images created by the social media website's Grok AI tool - as ministers consider a ban. This included 'girls sexualised and toddlers', Ms Kendall told the House of Commons. She announced that, under laws passed last year, it will be a criminal offence to create or request the creation of non-consensual intimate images from this week. Ms Kendall also noted how other legislation made sharing intimate images without someone's consent a criminal offence for both individuals and platforms. So this must not take months and months,' Ms Kendall told MPs.

January 12, 2026 19:14 UTC

Harry Styles's fans have been sent into a frenzy after spotting a clue that he's set to announce his new album. The webpage, which has appeared under the URL webelongtogether.co, featured a video banner of a crowd of fans watching a concert. It will come as no surprise that the hint quickly sent fans into a frenzy, as they speculated whether Harry's break from music could finally be over. HS4 is really upon us; HARRY STYLES IS COMING BACK.' It comes after Harry sparked murmurs he's taken his relationship with girlfriend Zoe Kravitz to a whole new level.

January 12, 2026 19:10 UTC

Startling new figures have revealed fewer couples are having children, with Australia's birth rate set to drop to a historic low. The country's population recently passed 27.5million, broadly in line with projections, but growth has cooled sharply as net overseas migration also dipped. Australia's population is expected to reach 31.5milion over the next decade by 2036 (stock image)'The 2025 Population Statement provides an important evidence base on Australia's population today and what we expect will happen in the coming years.' Australia’s fertility rate is projected to fall to a new historic low of 1.42 births per woman (stock image)'Forecasting net overseas migration has been challenging since the Covid pandemic,' he said. 'From 2025-26, net overseas migration is expected to be largely in line with the forecasts in the 2024 Population Statement.'

January 12, 2026 18:56 UTC





Thames Valley Police has said it has received several reports of irregular activity in the Willow Walk Nature Reserve in Wantage. According to the force, members of the public have alerted them to nylon string being tied across large sections of the tree canopy. The string at the nature reserve (Image: TVP)“The string has been found both high up in the canopy and low down between the trees, creating hazards at multiple levels. The spokesperson said: “The layout resembles a spider’s web stretched through the canopy, creating a serious risk to wildlife. “Your information could help prevent further harm and assist us in identifying who is responsible.

January 12, 2026 18:41 UTC

Man accused of stealing charity boxes and tip jarA man charged with stealing €300 from a charity box, and money from a tip jar is due to reappear before Athlone District Court next month. David O’Leary (36), formerly of St Matthews Park, Ballymahon, now of Battery Heights, Athlone, appeared before Judge Bernadette Owens. There is also a charge of getting into a mechanically propelled vehicle belonging to another man while it was stationary on Lyster Street, Athlone, on August 22, 2025. There was no objection to bail, but Gardaí requested the conditions that he abide by a curfew of 10pm to 8am. Mr O’Leary was remanded on continuing bail to February 11, 2026.

January 12, 2026 18:38 UTC

More cycle lanes in the transport planThe next phase of the council’s wide-ranging transport plan for the city centre is due to come into effect over the course of the year. Two-way cycle lanes will also be provided along Gardiner Street, reducing the lanes available for cars along this key thoroughfare. The link road will include a new bridge over the Clonsilla M3 Parkway, 1km of dual carriageway road, a single carriageway and two new crossroads with traffic lights and roundabouts. Photo: Irish Air CorpsInnovation hub in TallaghtSouth Dublin County Council’s (SDCC) plans to regenerate Tallaght and Clondalkin will progress this year. It will also improve connectivity between Tallaght and Clondalkin with a cycle scheme linking Belgard Road and Airton Road.

January 12, 2026 18:12 UTC

Like many European states, the Government has been especially careful not to outrightly condemn the US for its operation to remove Venezuelan president Nicolás Maduro from power. Trump may eventually be assuaged that Nato, with Washington firmly in the lead, can protect US interests in Greenland and the Arctic. European defence and security vulnerabilities explain why many countries are unwilling to take a stronger line against the Trump administration. Rather than accepting vulnerability to aggression from Moscow or dependency on a capricious Washington, this is something to be welcomed. Digital sovereignty and communications security – including protecting EU democracies from extremist threats – cannot be compromised, regardless of threats from Washington.

January 12, 2026 18:03 UTC

Glamorous nights deserve glamorous company, and so it proved as Owen Cooper enjoyed another successful awards show in Los Angeles on Sunday evening. The talented 16-year old made history by becoming the youngest actor to win a Golden Globe as the annual ceremony got underway at the Beverly Hilton Hotel. Buckley earned one of the top acting gongs of the night as she earned Best Performance by an Actress in a Motion Picture — Drama. On the television side, it was Netflix's Adolescence that had the biggest night as it swept their categories including 16-year-old star Owen Cooper becoming one of the youngest Golden Globe Awards winners of all-time. The teenage actor was recognized in the Best Performance by an Actor in a Supporting Role — TV Series, Limited series or TV Movie category.

January 12, 2026 18:03 UTC

I don’t think I’m alone among thinking, feeling adults in haziness about the distinction between the two. Like many women in midlife, I am losing at least some of my interest in other people’s judgment of my choices. [ Let’s not leave it until we’re old to wear purpleOpens in new window ]But I do not aspire to care less for other people’s feelings. In some ways, the declining self-consciousness that comes with caring less about others’ opinions seems to come with increased attention to their emotional states. So I think (feel?

January 12, 2026 18:01 UTC

Fans have spotted a glaring detail with a new photo shoot featuring two of Sydney's prominent influencers. Former Neighbours star Sarah Ellen and her comedian boyfriend Matt Ford shared a gallery of images featuring their cosy eastern suburbs apartment. 'WTAF is going in with that warped record in your turnie?!' 'RIP that poor melted vinyl,' added another before a third asked: 'Why is the record warped?' Former Neighbours star Sarah Ellen and her comedian boyfriend Matt Ford shared a gallery of images featuring their cosy eastern suburbs apartment.

January 12, 2026 17:57 UTC

Fianna Fail Minister of State, Deputy Robert TroyTroy says tourism investment a "boost for Westmeath" communitiesLocal Fianna Fáil Minister of State Robert Troy, has said a €400 million investment in Ireland’s tourism industry is a "significant boost for the sector across Westmeath". Speaking on the announcement, Minister Troy said tourism is vital to Ireland and to communities across the country, "including here in Westmeath". Our stunning landscapes, rich history and culture and the uniquely Irish spirit of craic and ceol draw millions of visitors here every year," Deputy Troy said. Speaking on the fund, Minister Troy said the major investment in overseas tourism marketing will be a powerful driver in attracting visitors to Ireland. This investment will help the sector grow and thrive in a way that supports our local communities in Westmeath and creates opportunities for generations to come," Deputy Troy concluded.

January 12, 2026 17:37 UTC

The 54-year-old, who was spotted wearing his trademark cowboy hat throughout this summer’s Ashes series, left both his co-hosts stunned as he showed off his thick head of hair. ‘And of course, you can see that this job here has got a little more than 10mm grass on it,’ Hayden joked. ‘S*** pitches produce s*** Test cricket,’ he told the podcast. Australia had a good win by 82 runs, but they just produced a fabulous Test match cricket pitch. ‘And Brisbane also did a b***** good job of producing a wonderful Test wicket as well.

January 12, 2026 17:35 UTC

Reality TV star Courtney Stodden has been married to movie producer Jared Safier for one year. On the night I got married, Jared and I were both emotional, overwhelmed, and far too drunk to be making decisions with clear hearts,' she said. Reality TV star Courtney Stodden has been married to movie producer Jared Safier for one year. 'I am really happy,' she told Daily Mail. The pretty pinup - whose movie Confessions Of A Child Bride came out this fall - told Daily Mail that the change helped her health.

January 12, 2026 17:35 UTC