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Decision on Manchester-London 'ghost train' was uninformed, regulator admits
The Office of Road and Rail says it was missing “critical points” when it made a decision. Source link
Faisal Islam: What it was like inside the room with Donald Trump at Davos
Faisal Islam said there was mixed reaction in the room during Trump’s Davos speech. Source link
Fact-checking Trump's Davos speech
The US president made a series of contested claims, ranging from the status of Greenland to Nato spending. Source link
Record snowfall leaves cars stuck and people stranded in Russia's Far East
Parts of Kamchatka Peninsula have been buried under its heaviest snowfall in 60 years, as scientists say the winter blast could be due to climate change. Source link
Supreme Court sceptical of Trump firing of Lisa Cook
One conservative justice warned that the White House interpretation of the law could “shatter” Federal Reserve independence. Source link
The internet feels super lonely right now. Here's why
Almost 80 years ago, sociologists identified a new personality type that is particularly sensitive to loneliness. It’s even more relevant today, says Annalee Newitz Source link
Brit Awards 2026: Full list of nominees
Find out who’s nominated at the biggest night in British music, from Sam Fender to Bad Bunny. Source link
Olivia Dean and Lola Young dominate Brit Award nominations
A new wave of pop stars lead the shortlist, while Pulp pick up their first nomination in 30 years. Source link
Taylor Swift makes history as she joins Songwriters Hall of Fame
The US pop superstar is among nine songwriters who have been inducted into the 2026 class. Source link
Israeli strike in Gaza kills three journalists, first responders say
Another eight Palestinians were killed by Israeli artillery and gunfire across Gaza on Wednesday, according to medics. Source link