TLDRThe Justice Department is seeking sensitive voter information from at least 43 states, including social security numbers and birth dates, raising concerns about potential voter suppression and undermining confidence in the upcoming midterm elections.

January 15, 2026 16:08 UTC

For example, she cited how Black women of the 20th century were not keen on reporting violence out of protectiveness for the race-based terror their black male counterparts already had to endure from society. Disappointed by how scholars portrayed Black women, she became more determined to reframe Black women’s historical narrative in academia. For example, she pointed out that Black women are frequently mentioned in discussions about fatal conditions or cases where they have been denied care. For instance, the narratives surrounding the feminist women’s health movement of the 1960s and 70s often focus on white advocates. For example, there have been instances where unfavorable circumstances affecting a few Black individuals are suggested to represent the entire community.

January 15, 2026 15:55 UTC

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The prince has been the patron of Herefordshire-based charity We Are Farming Minds, which was established to support farmers and promote good mental health, since March 2025. “I said, you know what – Prince William is coming, I think you can take the day off. It is amazing he has taken an interest and is coming and promoting Farming Minds and seeing why it is so important. “The farming industry is in crisis and having the support of the prince is incredible. The Prince of Wales, patron of We Are Farming Minds, during a visit to a family farm in Herefordshire (Richard Pohle/The Times/PA)“It staggers me what farmers are having to go through.

January 15, 2026 14:08 UTC

The alleged incident occurred on board a Victoria line service at around 5.45pm on December 13, 2025. A woman travelling on the train was alerted by another passenger that a man had been taking photos up her skirt. According to the British Transport Police, she was informed as the train approached Finsbury Park. Detectives investigating the upskirting report have shared a CCTV image of a man they wish to speak to, whom they believe may have information that could help their enquiries. Anyone who recognises him is asked to contact British Transport Police by texting 61016 or by calling 0800 40 50 40, quoting reference 161 of 13 December.

January 15, 2026 14:01 UTC





Tens of thousands of South East Water customers in Sussex and Kent have been affected by the latest supply outage, with around 7,500 still without drinking water for a sixth day. Storm Goretti, which swept across the UK last week, disrupted the water supply in the two counties, South East Water (SEW) said. Water companies are entitled to give you free bottled water in the event of an outage, providing at least 10 litres per person per day without water. This is usually via bottled water collection points or deliveries. South East Water staff handing out bottled water at a collection point in Maidstone (Gareth Fuller/PA)– What compensation am I entitled to?

January 15, 2026 13:02 UTC

AFC HENLEY HORNETS U14s ran out 4-3 winners in their East Berks League Division 3 clash at EVERSLEY AND CALIFORNIA U14s last Saturday. Eversley and California opened the scoring with a ricochet goal to make it 1-0, but Henley responded well. Noah Bowen gave Henley the lead before Roman Hepburn finished well from a free kick delivered by Bowen to extend the lead to 4-2. Late in the game, Eversley and California switched tactics and began launching long balls into the box. Elsewhere, AFC HENLEY HOTSPURS U17s went down to a 6-1 defeat at Jubilee Park against BURGHFIELD TRIDENTS U17s.

January 15, 2026 12:35 UTC

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January 15, 2026 11:22 UTC

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January 15, 2026 10:35 UTC

Hero Dubai Desert Classic 2026 LIVE: Dates, UK times, field, leaderboard, prize money and how to followThe first all-star event of the 2026 golfing calendar will take place at the Hero Dubai Desert Classic next week. Hero Dubai Desert Classic 2026: Date and how to followThis DP World Tour event is taking place from Thursday, January 22 to Sunday, January 25. 3 Hovland will return to action in Dubai Credit: GettyHero Dubai Desert Classic 2026: What has been said? The Englishman said: “I’m delighted to be heading back to Emirates Golf Club to defend my title. “It’s a golf course that has really suited my game over the years, and the week at the Hero Dubai Desert Classic back in January was incredibly special for me.

January 15, 2026 10:25 UTC

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January 15, 2026 09:59 UTC

The top apps for engagement retention: The Times and The Sunday Times, Daily Mail and Mail+The Daily Mail and The Times have the most engaged app users of any newsbrand in the UK, according to data from Ipsos iris. Daily Mail’s newspaper editions app, Mail+, recorded the most average minutes spent per person (758 minutes) followed by The Times and Sunday Times (539 minutes). The Times and The Sunday Times app saw a redesign and relaunch in April 2025. Ranking third in average minutes spent per person was the Daily Mail (formerly Mail Online) news app at 392 minutes. This was followed by GB News (up 94% year on year to 10 million minutes) and The New York Times Crossword, up 68% to 299.4 million minutes.

January 15, 2026 09:42 UTC

Jan 15, 2026 13:30:00FBI criticized for 'highly unusual and aggressive action' in raiding Washington Post reporter's homeThe Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) raided the home of a Washington Post journalist as part of an investigation into the illegal possession of classified government documents, a raid that the newspaper and press freedom groups have criticized as unannounced and aggressive. FBI raids home of Washington Post reporter in 'highly unusual and aggressive' move | US news | The Guardianhttps://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2026/jan/14/fbi-raid-washington-post-hannah-natansonThe FBI conducted an unannounced raid on the home of Washington Post reporter Hannah Nathanson in the early morning hours of January 14, 2026. The Washington Post condemned the FBI's investigation, calling it a 'highly unusual and aggressive move by law enforcement.' The afternoon of the raid, Washington Post Editor-in-Chief Matt Murray sent an email to Post staff saying, 'Investigators showed up unannounced, raided our home, and seized electronic devices. This unusual and aggressive behavior is deeply troubling and raises serious questions and concerns about the constitutional protections for our work.'

January 15, 2026 04:35 UTC

By: Scott Bentley | C&G Newspapers | Published January 14, 2026AdvertisementDETROIT — Roger Faulkner, the co-founder of the Detroit Express, of the North American Soccer League, and former president of the Michigan Soccer Association, is releasing a book, “You Can’t Get There from Here: My Soccer Journey from Derby to Detroit,” on Feb. 24. The book will be published by Koehler Books and will highlight U.K. native Roger Faulkner’s life in sport. Topics range from the European tennis tour, the creation of the Detroit Express with Jimmy Hill, and his spearheading of the World Cup matches played at the Silverdome in 1994. Interactions with Henry Kissinger, Trevor Francis, Jimmy Hill, Pele and Robin Williams scratch the surface of some of the stories written. It will be available from Amazon in the U.S. and the U.K., Waterstones, Barnes and Noble, and other online retailers.

January 15, 2026 03:58 UTC

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