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1. Anthony Joshua pays respects to friends killed in Nigeria car crash after release from hospital

   Anthony Joshua and his mother visit funeral home in Lagos to pay their final respects to his two friends killed in the crash

2. Crans-Montana fire LIVE: 'At least 10 dead' after explosion and blaze at Swiss ski resort bar during New Year party

   The ‍fire broke out at ⁠1.30am local time (12.30am GMT) in Le Constellation as more than 100 revellers were celebrating the New Year

3. When will it snow in London? Forecaster issues major update as Arctic blast grips UK

   BBC Weather issues big upgrade on the chances of snow falling on London

4. Murder charge after car hits pedestrians in north-west London killing 'deeply loved' father

   Shakaine Dwyer, 29, has been charged with killing Ruben Nunes, 34, following the incident in Willesden on December 3

5. From betrayal and murder to Regency romance: TV shows to watch out for in 2026

   A look at some of the most anticipated TV shows of 2026.

6. Double-amputee aims to show people can ‘achieve anything’ in mountain challenge

   Hari Budha Magar, who lost both legs serving in Afghanistan, is on the final leg of the Seven Summits Challenge.

7. What time is Luke Littler playing tonight at the World Darts Championship?

   World no1 could be set for another hostile reception at Ally Pally

8. The London borough set for some of the biggest development projects in the capital in 2026

   A number of major developments are expected to progress in the inner London borough in 2026

9. From tracking apps to quit lit — this is your Dry January 2026 survival guide

   If you plan on cutting out the booze this month, here's how to do it right, from delicious alcohol-free alternatives to the influencers providing a guiding light

10. Thousands gather as Edinburgh welcomes new year with spectacular fireworks

    The display marked the culmination of an evening of festivities in the Scottish capital, which included the sold-out Hogmanay Street Party.