
The Papers: PM’s ‘year of proof’ and ‘fight’ with judges over Shamima Begum
Sir Keir Starmer’s New Year promise to voters and developments in the case of Shamima Begum lead Thursday’s papers.
THURSDAY, 01 JANUARY 2026, 11:49

Sir Keir Starmer’s New Year promise to voters and developments in the case of Shamima Begum lead Thursday’s papers.

Marcus Alexander Muench Casanova, 19, who fatally fell 500 feet (150m) from a trail, was an “avid sailor and outdoorsman”, his family says.

There is growing evidence that the women were part of an early female religious community.

A barrister, nursery school teacher and cyber security expert will also enter the TV show’s castle.

The BBC’s Russia editor speaks to people in the country as the war in Ukraine nears a fourth year.

The recording of the first episode didn’t survive, so the current cast have recreated the opening scene.

The scheme is being tested in some areas of England as part of a government plan to prioritise children’s health.

The centuries-old verdict has been scrapped after decades of controversy about its use in Scottish criminal trials.

BBC Radio 4’s Today will follow six parents for five years, chronicling the ups and downs of looking after a young child in modern Britain.

From Strictly sequins to presenting dreams, Ellie Goldstein speaks about her future ambitions.

Two of the former world champion’s closest friends were killed in the accident on Monday.

Chinese people pay a 13% sales tax on contraceptives from 1 January, while childcare services are exempt.

Kenner Jones’s lies about being a journalist, a priest and a surgeon are unveiled in a documentary.

The PM acknowledges “things have been tough” but says 2026 will see “positive change”.

Video verified by the BBC shows a crowd breaking the gate of the governor’s office in Fasa.

Liverpool fan Ruben Nunes, 34, died at the scene of the crash on Chapel Close, the Met Police said.

Leicester Tigers stalwart Dan Cole will leave the club at the end of 2025 due to personal reasons.
Burkina Faso beat Sudan to seal second in Group E to reach knockuts.

Matchroom promoter Eddie Hearn says Anthony Joshua’s friends Sina Ghami and Latif “Latz” Ayodele, who were killed in a car crash in Nigeria, will be “deeply missed”.

Chelsea boss Enzo Maresca needs results to improve but issues off the pitch are adding to the pressure, BBC Sport’s Nizaar Kinsella explains.