The Times and Money Saving Expert website homepages on 7 January 2026The Times, Substack and Money Saving Expert were among the winners from a “rough” Google core update rolled out in December. However, many major newsbrands published in the UK saw their prominence in Google search results fall sharply, including: The Guardian, The Telegraph, The New York Times and The Independent, according to Sistrix search visibility data. The Google core algorithm update rollout took place between 11 December and 29 December. Google described it as a “regular update designed to better surface relevant, satisfying content for searchers from all types of sites”. Despite seeing the biggest drop, The Guardian remained the site with by far the highest search visibility score.

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Michael Carrick and Ole Gunnar Solskjaer could work togetherOle Gunnar Solskjaer and Michael Carrick could work together as potential successors to Ruben Amorim at Manchester United. The Portuguese manager was dismissed on Monday, with the club stating that the decision was made to maximise their chances of a high Premier League finish. Both Carrick and Solskjaer have been in informal discussions with the board this week about taking over the reins at Old Trafford. Further talks with Solskjaer and Carrick are expected in the coming days before a final decision is made. Carrick failed to guide the Teesside outfit to Premier League promotion and subsequently lost his position in the summer of 2025.

It comes after proposals were lodged to enhance the current offering at Springbank Service Station on Ayr Road. Applicant Yasin Ghulam, of UK Fuels Ltd, is seeking extend the petrol station kiosk by gaining permission to change the use of a neighbouring unit. The former MOT centre, which sits adjacent to the current store, would be utilised to provide additional retail floor space and storage for the business. This would see an extended space of 170 square metres added on to the current shop area. Planners anticipate that a decision will be made on the application by the beginning of March this year.

A man is set to appear in court accused of endangering others during a sea crossing to the UK in what is believed to be the first charge under newly introduced border security legislation. Aman Naseri is due to appear at Margate Magistrates’ Court on Wednesday following the alleged offence on January 5, a HM Courts and Tribunals spokesperson said. The 18-year-old is also accused of entering the UK without valid entry clearance, the spokesperson added. According to the Home Office, the charge of endangering others during a sea crossing is to stop more people being crammed into unsafe boats and would apply to those involved in physical aggression and intimidation, as well as anyone who resists rescue. The new charge could include physical or psychological injury, and covers journeys by water to the UK from France, Belgium and the Netherlands.

The Daily Mirror leads on what it calls the biggest shake-up to road safety in England and Wales in decades, external. The government says its road strategy could cut road deaths and serious injuries by 65 per cent by 2035. South Yorkshire Police's chief constable has offered to meet both families. A major snowstorm will bring blizzards across the UK, external according to the Daily Express. They've warned up to eight inches of snow could fall on higher ground in England and Wales this week.

Source: supermarketnews.comUS: Natural Grocers wins appeal for clear, accurate food informationNatural Grocers has won its challenge against the U.S. Department of Agriculture over shoppers' rights to clear, accurate and easily accessible food information. Source: progressivegrocer.comUS: The 5 grocery stores with the best selection of produceCentral Market, Wegmans, Gelson's, Heinen's and Fresh Thyme Market have been recognized by Tasting Table as grocery stores with outstanding produce quality and variety. Heinen's offers over 400 types of fruits and vegetables, Fresh Thyme Market emphasizes fresh, local produce and Gelson's is known for premium produce that attracts celebrity shoppers. It will expand products based on direct sourcing from production areas, centered on its private-label fresh brand "FRESH 365". Source: biz.chosun.comApollo Funds to acquire Prosol Group, a leading French fresh food retailerApollo announced that Apollo-managed funds (the "Apollo Funds") have agreed to acquire a majority stake in Prosol Group ("Prosol" or the "Company"), the multi-specialist in fresh food businesses and food retail in France, from Ardian.

The Elvis Touch Fan Club is organising a birthday bash in honour of what would have been the singer’s 91st birthday. The event also marks what will now be 66 years since Elvis Presley made his only visit to the UK, touching down at nearby Prestwick Airport. Friday night sees entertainment from Darrel Higham and the Enforcers, with DJ’s Paul Downie and Davie Brown on the decks. Saturday sees afternoon entertainment from the band The Latest Flames, while Jenson Bloomer and Mondo Carne take centre stage on Saturday night. Contact Elvis Touch via Facebook for tickets, Paul on 07917 376722 or 01294 285959, or Linda on 07415 031853.

The city decided to close off a two-mile stretch of the upper Great Highway during the coronavirus pandemic to make room for social distancing and promote recreation. Then, in November 2024, about 55% of voters across the city approved Proposition K, permanently removing cars from the Great Highway to make way for Sunset Dunes park, which opened in April 2025. But the majority of District 4 residents, who live closest to the Great Highway, opposed the measure. “The judge said he was not a CEQA expert, and on that I agree with him,” said plaintiff and Sunset resident Lisa Arjes. If we want to really have a conversation about that, we need to ask about what the end goal is.

In a holiday installment of Save or Scroll, Morgan and the Close All Tabs team get together to talk over the stories they can’t stop thinking about. From OpenAI’s concerning new job posting, to a major RAM shortage, AI artists on the come up, and an antidote to the Manosphere, they’ve got a lot to chew on. Save or Scroll is our series where we team up with guests for a rapid-fire roundup of internet trends that are filling our feeds right now. At the end of each segment, they’ll decide: is the post just for the group chat, or should we save it for a future episode? Guests:Morgan Sung, Host of Close All TabsChris Egusa, Senior Editor of Close All TabsMaya Cueva, Producer of Close All TabsChris Hambrick, Editor of Close All TabsFurther Reading:Want to give us feedback on the show?

‌Alternatively, a viewer could watch the entirety of a 7.30pm game, before catching the second half of the later kick offs. Speaking about the prospect of managing United, Fletcher was understandably delighted to receive the responsibility. "It is an amazing honour to lead a Manchester United team especially as it was not in my wildest dreams that would be something which could potentially happen. When asked what fans can expect from his team, he replied: "I hope it represents a Manchester United team with a bit of me. Article continues below"What I know is Manchester United so hopefully it resembles a Manchester United team who fans can be proud of.

The designation for the neighborhood — built by the same developers of Levittown — was a “no brainer” for Historic Site Preservation Board members at their Tuesday evening meeting. (Photo: Claude Peck)The Palm Springs Historic Site Preservation Board voted unanimously Tuesday evening to recommend historic district designation for Sagewood Condominiums, a 107-unit residential complex designed by architect Donald Wexler and completed in 1972. The Sagewood Homeowners Association submitted the application for historic district designation, with 76 voting in favor of the nomination, representing 70% owner support. Wexler designed the complex in the mid-century modern aesthetic, while landscape architect David Hamilton created the site’s landscape design. City staff determined the property meets historic designation criteria for reflecting a particular period of local history, presenting the work of a master architect, and representing a significant entity whose components create distinction as a collective district.

Corpus Christi RC School closed due to a lack of heating. Oldham Council says the school will also be closed tomorrow (January 7). Oldham Music Centre was also forced to close, according to a post on social media. The post, shared by Angela Preen in the Oldham Council Music Service Facebook page, said this decision was made on advice from the council about "heavy snow" hitting the borough. We have received advice from Oldham Council of a forecast for heavy snow.

Key Milestones in NY's Renewable Goals:2004: Renewable Portfolio Standard (RPS): Mandated 25% renewable energy by 2013, setting the initial push for clean energy. 2019: Climate Leadership and Community Protection Act (CLCPA): A landmark law establishing ambitious statewide goals:70% Renewable Electricity by 2030. Once a net importer of energy, Uruguay now exports its surplus energy to neighbouring Brazil and Argentina. He published his findings in a paper that laid out his belief that the country should go all in on wind power. Soon after, he received a phone call inviting him to become Uruguay’s energy secretary and to implement his plan.

Boston death rockers Final Gasp have announced that their sophomore album, New Day Symptoms, is set for release on 27th February 2026 via Relapse Records. To mark the occasion, the band have dropped a video for the lead single, “The Apparition”. Produced by Arthur Rizk, New Day Symptoms sees the band taking a more collaborative approach to songwriting, broadening their scope without losing that underground urgency. Frontman Jake Murphy describes the new single, “The Apparition”, as a grim tale where reality is worse than fiction. New Day Symptoms is available to pre-order now.