Hantavirus testing of UK passengers well under way, health officials say
Passengers self-isolating in Merseyside remain "healthy and asymptomatic", the UK's health security agency has said.

Passengers self-isolating in Merseyside remain "healthy and asymptomatic", the UK's health security agency has said.

Police Scotland is urging the public to verify online claims before attending protests following several nights of disorder in Glasgow. Mistaken identity and false information led to crowds gathering outside homes, with five officers injured and two arrests made. Authorities suspect external actors are orchestrating these events, often targeting individuals based on misinformation about perceived sex offenders or asylum seeker accommodation.

Britain's GMB union has asked Labour MPs to vote against proposed caps on political donations, arguing it could harm union funding for the party. The union stated that affiliation arrangements differ from donations and face existing regulations. The debate comes amid controversy over funding for Reform UK.

A close friend of the late singer Bonnie Tyler, Rob Marshall, has shared his memories of spending Christmas Day with her for nearly 30 years after a chance encounter when he was 15. Tyler, who passed away in Portugal, was known for her hospitality and talent.

The US men's soccer program faces a critical period with multiple tournaments leading up to the 2030 World Cup. Key events include the Concacaf Nations League, Gold Cup, Copa América, and the LA Olympics, all serving as opportunities to develop talent, test strategies, and build momentum.

A Ryanair flight from Thessaloniki to Germany made an emergency landing after a passenger window dislodged mid-air. A Serbian man in his 60s was reportedly left hanging out of the window before other passengers pulled him back in. Oxygen masks deployed, and the aircraft landed safely.

Reform UK's Greater Manchester mayoral candidate, Sian Astley, faces criticism for suggesting voters of other parties should house criminals and rapists. She doubled down on her comments, linking them to open border advocacy.