PM delays decision on Chinese-built wind farm factory
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Source:The Times
January 28, 2026 07:31 UTC
Fosh nets late leveller as draw specialists share derby points
HENLEY TOWN and visitors GORING UNITED played out the fifth successive draw between the two sides during last Saturday’s Thames Valley Premier League Premier Division clash at The Triangle Ground. Henley opened the scoring when Fosh managed to thread a ball through on 20 minutes for Harry Taylor to calmly side foot past May. In Division 1, ROTHERFIELD UNITED picked up a point from their 1-1 draw at league leaders COOKHAM DEAN. In Division 2, basement side HENLEY EXILES went down to a 2-1 defeat at home to MAIDENHEAD TOWN DEVELOPMENT. In the second half Henley continued to play well but were unable to convert their chances.
Source:Express
January 28, 2026 06:32 UTC
‘Attacks day after day’: Odesa in Russia’s crosshairs as war pivots back to Black Sea
Outside the Kadorr apartment complex in Ukraine’s Black Sea city of Odesa, about 500 metres from the seafront, residents and rescue workers mill around in freezing temperatures. I didn’t hear the explosion but I heard another Russian Shahed drone that was extremely loud. Russian strikes against Odesa have escalated sharply in recent months, as conflict centred on the Black Sea has heated up again after it had settled into stalemate. “Right now the situation in the Black Sea is like a chess board. We’ve pushed the Russian warships away to Novorossiysk, but Russian aviation still controls the air over large parts of the Black Sea.
Source:The Guardian
January 28, 2026 06:30 UTC
Spencer Pratt knows you love to hate him. Now he wants to lead Los Angeles
AdvertisementWhen Pratt first appeared on “The Hills” in 2006, he wasn’t exactly a stranger to reality TV. He thought “The Hills” could use a shot of adrenaline that Conrad, a “Laguna Beach” holdover (or, “Ambien in human form,” as Pratt writes) failed to provide. Pratt writes how executive producer Sean Travis encouraged him to be “at his absolute worst here. Pratt and his siblings attended the prestigious Crossroads Academy in Santa Monica, “where the children of Oscar winners and studio bosses learned alongside regular kids like us,” Pratt writes. (Matt Sayles / Associated Press)This is all to say that well before his villainous arc on “The Hills,” Pratt was willing to cross a few lines to get ahead.
Source:The Times
January 28, 2026 05:38 UTC
Borders World Cup pub opening times a 'work in progress'
A decision on whether Borders pubs will be allowed to stay open later during this summer's World Cup is a "work in progress", councillors have been told. Their counterparts in Aberdeen recently agreed a blanket 03:00 closing time extension for Scotland's games at the tournament. Their first match on 14 June kicks off at 02:00 with the next two at 23:00. Marshall Douglas - who chairs Scottish Borders Council's licensing board - said proposals for the tournament would be announced soon.
Source:The Times
January 28, 2026 04:29 UTC
Why the Champions League has become so significant for Arne Slot’s Liverpool
They sit fourth in the Champions League table, level on points with Real Madrid, above Paris Saint-Germain and Barcelona. It is not the whole picture, though; it cannot be, when they are sixth in the Premier League, 14 points off the pace. He argued Liverpool are suffering from competing on multiple fronts and turned his attention to last season’s Champions League. “But too many times after a Champions League game we’ve lost. The Champions League and FA Cup offer the only chances of silverware.
Source:The Guardian
January 28, 2026 02:22 UTC
Colorado Sens. John Hickenlooper, Michael Bennet call for ICE reforms as funding standoff looms
John Hickenlooper and Michael Bennet said Tuesday that they wanted several reforms to federal immigration authorities’ practices ahead of a U.S. Senate funding showdown as the backlash to a fatal shooting in Minneapolis intensifies. Both senators had already said they wouldn’t vote for more funding for the Department of Homeland Security, which includes Immigration and Customs Enforcement. U.S. Rep. Diana DeGette of Denver called ICE a “rogue agency” that should be dismantled. The agency has been repeatedly sued — including in Colorado — for sidestepping federal laws related to indefinite detentions and warrantless arrests. “Will ICE abide by these new criteria?” Hickenlooper said.
Source:The Guardian
January 28, 2026 01:25 UTC
Essex Rebels to host Nations Unite volleyball showcase in Colchester
The Essex Rebels celebrate after scoring a point (Image: University of Essex)THE Essex Rebels are holding a volleyball celebration of cultures, community and sport in Colchester. The Nations Unite event returns for its third year on Sunday, February 1, with a packed day of volleyball and entertainment. Diana Voynova, Essex Rebels manager, said: "We are very excited to once again host Nations Unite. Alex Chinery, head of volleyball at the University of Essex, said: "We’re delighted that Nations Unite is returning for another year. Read more"Come down to the Essex Sport Arena and join the party!”Fans are encouraged to bring their flags, wear their colours, and represent their heritage in the stands.
Source:The Guardian
January 28, 2026 00:10 UTC
Home Office opens probe into migrants ‘buying fake jobs to stay in UK illegally’
Get the free Morning Headlines email for news from our reporters across the world Sign up to our free Morning Headlines email Sign up to our free Morning Headlines email Email * SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our Privacy noticeThe Home Office is investigating reports that migrants are buying fake jobs to remain in the UK. The newspaper said it spoke with 26 agents and uncovered 250 examples of fake jobs being used to back up skilled worker visas. Skilled worker refusal rates have increased substantially under this government and we’ve seen over 100,000 fewer visa applications in 2025. The number of people applying for a skilled worker visa stood at 85,500, down 36% year on year from 132,700.
Source:The Times
January 27, 2026 23:45 UTC
Fact Check: Inspecting claim Tom Homan was Obama's 'ICE chief' who received award for deportations
In 2015, Homan received the Presidential Rank Award for distinguished service alongside 42 other government executives. Social media posts accurately stated that Homan received the Presidential Rank Award for distinguished service in 2015, during Obama's second term. As previously mentioned, his success in expanding arrests was reportedly cited as one reason he received the Presidential Rank Award in 2015 (more on that below). There are two categories of the award: the "meritorious rank" and "distinguished rank," with the distinguished rank award that Homan received being more selective. ERO EAD Thomas Homan Receives 2015 Presidential Rank Award | ICE.
Source:The Guardian
January 27, 2026 23:02 UTC
Federal polls: YouGov, DemosAU, Roy Morgan and Essential Research (open thread)
Anthony Albanese is on 39% approval and 55% disapproval and holds a 47-29 lead on preferred prime minister over Sussan Ley, who is on 26% approval and 57% disapproval. A three-way preferred prime minister question has Anthony Albanese on 39%, Pauline Hanson on 26% and Sussan Ley on 16%. Roy Morgan has a third successive weekly result, though I’m told this will not necessarily be a consistent arrangement. The Guardian also brings us voting intention results from Essential Research, which will presumably have a full report later today. Anthony Albanese is down four on approval to 39% and up eight on disapproval to 55%, while Sussan Ley is down four to 30% and up four to 47%.
Source:The Guardian
January 27, 2026 23:01 UTC
'He can't say that!' - Furious Antonie Conte bites back at Juventus boss Luciano Spalletti over brutal 'former champions' jab at Napoli
AdvertisementAdvertisement AdvertisementAfter Juventus' triumph, Spalletti was asked to evaluate what he saw from Napoli. Then, winning against the former Italian champions gives you even more confidence in knowing you're a strong team. Napoli is having difficulty making decisions right now, but the team they fielded consisted of 10 or 11 of their starting lineup. Conte furious with 'former champions' tagConte furious with 'former champions' tagOn Tuesday, Conte was asked for his thoughts on Spalletti's comments. I'm sorry because Luciano Spalletti is a great coach, but he has to be a little more careful when he speaks.
Source:The Guardian
January 27, 2026 22:41 UTC
Referee out of Premier League action after Pep Guardiola complaints
Pep Guardiola was furious with one decision at the weekendPremier League official Farai Hallam will not be taking charge of any top-flight matches this weekend. Article continues below ADVERTISEMENTIt's unlikely this has anything to do with his controversial decision, though, because the Premier League often leaves a period of time between an official's Premier League debut and their second match. For example, referee Tom Kirk had to wait a month for his second Premier League match. Sky will show at least 215 live Premier League games this season, an increase of up to 100 more. City closed the gap to just four points behind the Premier League table-toppers with 15 fixtures remaining.
Source:Express
January 27, 2026 21:24 UTC
Mother-of-all deals, but these three things were off the table in the India–EU trade pact
At the launch, the EU will scrap tariffs on 90% of Indian goods, expanding to 93% within seven years. The EU’s average tariff rate on Indian goods will drop from 3.8% to 0.1%.Sensitive sectors were handled with calibrated measures. Electric vehicle tariff cuts will begin from year five, while no duty reductions apply outside quotas or on CKD kits. EU food safety rules remain unchanged.The FTA also covers services, sustainability, and digital trade. Binding rules address labour rights, environment, women’s empowerment, and climate cooperation.Digital trade provisions aim to support business while protecting privacy, security, and public policy.
Source:The Times
January 27, 2026 17:56 UTC