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New year gets off to warmest start on record

New year gets off to warmest start on record

Temperatures rose overnight to 16.5C in Bala, Gwynedd, north Wales.

Glaciologist made CBE for world-leading climate change research

Glaciologist made CBE for world-leading climate change research

Professor Tavi Murray of Swansea University was recognised for her work on the contribution of changes to glaciers and ice sheets to sea level rise.

Max Whitlock hopes his OBE will help future generations of gymnasts

Max Whitlock hopes his OBE will help future generations of gymnasts

The triple gold medallist defended his pommel horse title at the delayed Tokyo Olympic Games.

Dinosaurs and samba bands to perform at scaled-down return of New Year parade

Dinosaurs and samba bands to perform at scaled-down return of New Year parade

Some 600 spectators will attend the London event, which will mostly be live-streamed for the first time.

Suspected drug-driver arrested after 14-year-old killed in New Year’s Eve crash

Suspected drug-driver arrested after 14-year-old killed in New Year’s Eve crash

Paramedics attended the scene near Rowley Regis railway station, but the girl was pronounced dead shortly after.

Javid and health boss warn of ‘last resort’ measures for public in Omicron fight

Javid and health boss warn of ‘last resort’ measures for public in Omicron fight

The Health Secretary said restrictions on freedom will only be introduced if absolutely necessary.

Craig’s Bond exit, Indy and Tom Cruise: The showbiz year in pictures

Craig’s Bond exit, Indy and Tom Cruise: The showbiz year in pictures

Johnny Depp and John Lydon were involved in court cases while celebrities also rolled their arms up to get Covid-19 jabs.

Olympic diver Tom Daley: I will use OBE to help LGBT community across the world

Olympic diver Tom Daley: I will use OBE to help LGBT community across the world

The 27-year-old diver and gay rights campaigner said he felt ‘a responsibility’ to create greater acceptance of marginalised communities.

Swimming star Tom Dean says OBE is ‘best way to end crazy year’

Swimming star Tom Dean says OBE is ‘best way to end crazy year’

The double Olympic gold medallist has been honoured for services to swimming.

Film screening to celebrate Betty White will go ahead on her 100th birthday

Film screening to celebrate Betty White will go ahead on her 100th birthday

The screen veteran died on New Year’s Eve, aged 99.

What the papers say – January 1

What the papers say – January 1

The New Year Honours lead many of the papers on the first day of 2022.

Archbishop of Canterbury: There are ‘real reasons to hope’ on climate action

Archbishop of Canterbury: There are ‘real reasons to hope’ on climate action

The cleric used his message at the start of the year to remind people ‘important steps were taken at the Cop26 summit’.

Robert Redford and Ryan Reynolds continue feud to be Betty White’s ‘crush’

Robert Redford and Ryan Reynolds continue feud to be Betty White’s ‘crush’

Before her death the veteran US actress joked about both Ryan Reynolds and Robert Redford’s affection for her.

Woman detained after child’s death in Oldham

Woman detained after child’s death in Oldham

The woman in her 30s is being held under the Mental Health Act, police have said.

Michelle Obama and Oprah add to list of tributes to veteran actress Betty White

Michelle Obama and Oprah add to list of tributes to veteran actress Betty White

The award-winning actress, best known for starring as Rose in 1980s sitcom The Golden Girls, has died less than a month before her 100th birthday.

Consumers urged not to abandon pubs over Dry January amid ‘chasm of debt’

Consumers urged not to abandon pubs over Dry January amid ‘chasm of debt’

Pub bosses have encouraged customers to continue supporting venues even if they are cutting out alcohol for the first month of the year.

Teachers’ unions call on government to help before pupils return to school

Teachers’ unions call on government to help before pupils return to school

Six teachers’ unions have asked the Government for resources amid the Omicron variant outbreak.

Mel B dedicates MBE to women suffering abuse ‘in all shapes and forms’

Mel B dedicates MBE to women suffering abuse ‘in all shapes and forms’

The pop superstar was given the accolade in the New Year Honours for services to charitable causes and vulnerable women.

Fireworks return to London amid UK’s subdued New Year celebrations

Fireworks return to London amid UK’s subdued New Year celebrations

The mercury which began to climb on Friday is expected to continue rising as the first day of 2022 begins.

Charles urges world to remember those defending human rights in New Year message

Charles urges world to remember those defending human rights in New Year message

The Prince of Wales pays tribute to those helping others in conflict-ridden countries.

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