London Mayor Sir Sadiq Khan says he is happy to finally be working with a government that is working with him for London, including long term funding deals for TfL and support for HS2 into Euston.
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Rain falls as performers prepare to take part in the New Year's Day Parade in central London, as wind, rain and snow warnings are in force across parts of the UK. The start of London’s New Year’s Day Parade was delayed by 30 minutes due to high winds being forecast, and inflatable cartoon characters were no longer going to be used, event spokesman said. Report by Covellm. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
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As the clock struck midnight, cities around the world celebrated the arrival of 2025 with stunning fireworks displays. From the dazzling lights of Times Square in New York to the iconic Burj Khalifa in Dubai, the world was lit up in celebration. London's magnificent fireworks over the Thames, Paris' Eiffel Tower display, and Sydney's harbor show brought together millions of people to welcome the new year in unforgettable style. The world came together to mark a new chapter with grand visual spectacles and a spirit of unity.
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Former West Ham, Manchester United and Everton boss David Moyes says an OBE in the New Year Honours list does not mean his managerial career is over. BBC Sport
A major incident has been declared in Greater Manchester after severe rainfall on New Year’s Day caused widespread flooding. Homes have been evacuated, train lines and roads have closed, and a canal has collapsed following heavy rain. The Met Office says some parts of the North West saw almost a month’s worth of rain within 48 hours. Report by Jonesia. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
The UK is braced for an unsettled start to 2025, with heavy snow, rain and wind expected to cause travel disruption over New Year's Eve. Alex Burkill from the Met Office says weather warnings are constantly being updated and urges people to check them, “particularly if you’re planning to travel.” Report by Jonesia. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
Former US President and Nobel Peace Prize winner, Jimmy Carter has died at 100. The longest-lived American president passed away on Sunday, more than a year after entering hospice care, at his home in the small town of Plains, Georgia. Mr Carter became the 39th US president taking office in 1977. Report by Jonesia. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
Three members of Sara Sharif's family have been found guilty over the 10-year-old's death after years of horrific abuse. Her father Urfan Sharif, 42, and stepmother Beinash Batool, 30, were found guilty of her murder while her uncle Faisal Malik, 29, was convicted of causing or allowing her death following a trial at the Old Bailey. Report by Jonesia. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
Former Conservative MP Marco Longhi has defected to Nigel Farage’s Reform UK party. It comes as former Conservative minister Dame Andrea Jenkyns also switched sides to join the party. Mr Farage welcomed the news, saying Mr Longhi has "given up" on the Conservatives.
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London Zoo has begun it's annual stocktake. Animal Operations Manager Dan Simmonds said the stocktake, which began on Friday morning, is expected to last up to a week as the zoo is home to more than 10,000 animals.
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Meghan Markle has announced a new show on Netflix. With Love, Meghan premieres on 15 January and features appearances from celebrities such as actress Mindy Kaling. TV critic Ashanti Omkar described the move as a "rebrand" for the Duchess of Sussex. "She's trying to show us that she, too, is human," Ms Omkar said. Report by Kennedyl. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
The shadow health secretary has urged Wes Streeting to speed up the process for social care reforms. Mr Streeting came under fire when he revealed the final report from the social care review would not take place until 2028. "I would encourage the Secretary of State Wes Streeting to be more ambitious, braver and to speed up that process and get those cross-party discussions going as swiftly as possible," Mr Argar said. Report by Kennedyl. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
The health secretary has visited a care home in Cumbria following his announcement on social care reforms. Wes Streeting met with care workers following his announcement that the independent commission, chaired by Baroness Louise Carey, is set to begin work in April. Report by Kennedyl. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn