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Jan 20, 2026 • 10min
GTA 6 Studio Explosion, Protektorat Triumphs Again, Reader Led Prize Changes Publishing, Duke of Gloucester Barracks Reborn as Cyber Hub, and more...
(0:10): Explosion Hits Rockstar North's GTA 6 Studio; No Injuries Reported as Investigation Continues(1:29): Protektorat Triumphs Again: Skelton's 'Warrior' Defends Fleur de Lys Chase at Windsor(3:20): Libraro and Hachette UK Launch £50K Reader-Led Writing Prize to Transform Publishing Landscape(5:28): £279M Investment Transforms Duke of Gloucester Barracks into Cyber Operations Hub, Creating 92 Jobs(7:52): Guy Martin Joins RNLI Humber Crew for Lifesaving Adventure in New TV SeriesTo subscribe visit https://www.brief.news.For more updates in your inbox each morning visit www.brief.news.
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Jan 16, 2026 • 9min
Films Spotlight NHS Deaf Barriers, Royal Challenges Revealed, Camden Celebrates Indie Venues, Grand National 2026 Announces New Schedule, and more...
(0:10): New Films Spotlight Barriers Deaf Patients Face in NHS Due to Interpreter Shortages(2:17): New Biography Unveils Intimate Details of William and Catherine's Journey Through Royal Challenges(2:45): Camden Assembly Celebrates Independent Venues Week 2026, Showcasing Emerging Talent and Music Icons(4:58): Grand National 2026: New Schedule Unveiled with Earlier Start and 72-Hour Declarations(6:11): Bristol Eyes £10M Arts Council Grant with Ambitious 2029 City of Culture BidTo subscribe visit https://www.brief.news.For more updates in your inbox each morning visit www.brief.news.
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Jan 15, 2026 • 11min
Bright Receives OBE at Windsor, Oldham Seeks Giant Embryo Statue, Stormont Stalemate Forces Budget Flexibility, Massive Factory Fire Shuts Roads, and more...
(0:10): Chelsea Star Millie Bright Receives OBE at Windsor, Skips Training for Royal Honour(2:22): Frank Rothwell Plans Giant Embryo Statue in Oldham to Boost Town’s Profile and Tackle Deprivation(4:39): Northern Ireland Leaders Demand Budget Flexibility from London to Resolve Stormont Stalemate(7:06): Massive Factory Fire in Wolverhampton Causes Road Closures and Safety Alerts(8:32): O'Neill Demands Victim-Centered Troubles Legislation, Rejects Preferential Treatment for British ForcesTo subscribe visit https://www.brief.news.For more updates in your inbox each morning visit www.brief.news.
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Jan 14, 2026 • 12min
Cities Urgently Seek Flood Funds, Diana Memorial Playground Unveils Galleon, Nash Leads Red Arrows, Roke Unveils £5M Defence Hub, and more...
Councils are sounding alarms over urgent funding needs to prevent catastrophic flooding. A major revamp of the Diana Memorial Playground is underway, featuring a stunning wooden galleon set to debut in 2026. History is made as Sasha Nash becomes the first woman to lead the Red Arrows, promising exciting changes. Roke unveils a new £5M defence hub to enhance the UK's defence capabilities. Meanwhile, the energy landscape shifts as diesel demand declines, paving the way for electric vehicles and charging infrastructure.
Jan 13, 2026 • 11min
Ex Tory Minister Defects to Reform UK, London Mayor Celebrates Crime Drop, Sephora Belfast Unveils Exclusive Brands, Wicked Boosts UK Home Entertainment, and more...
An ex-Tory minister's surprising defection to Reform UK raises eyebrows over Conservative leadership amidst ongoing tax controversies. Meanwhile, the London Mayor revels in a significant drop in violent crime, even as theft rates rise. Sephora's Belfast store is set to unveil exclusive brands and entertainment in a grand opening. The UK home entertainment market surges to £5.7 billion, significantly boosted by the Wicked series. And heightened security measures surround Prince William's new residence against modern threats.
Jan 13, 2026 • 11min
Bradley Faces Season Ending Surgery, Major Fire Cripples M1 Traffic, Manchester Cannabis Bust Shocks City, UK Helicopter Factory Faces Closure, and more...
(0:10): Liverpool's Conor Bradley Faces Season-Ending Surgery; FA Cup Clash with Barnsley Looms(2:09): Major Fire on M1 Northbound Causes Traffic Chaos, Authorities Advise Avoiding Area(4:05): Record Cannabis Bust in Greater Manchester: £24 Million Seized, Two Arrested in Major Drug Raid(6:06): UK's Last Helicopter Factory Faces Closure Threat Amid Government Contract Uncertainty(7:57): UK Unveils Project Nightfall: Advanced Missile System to Strengthen Ukraine Against Russian AggressionTo subscribe visit https://www.brief.news.For more updates in your inbox each morning visit www.brief.news.
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Jan 10, 2026 • 11min
Rising Rates Hit Pubs Hard, Man United Fans Protest Owners, Eden Court Celebrates 50 Years, Cromwell Gears for Cheltenham, and more...
Rising business rates are putting pubs on the brink as calls for government relief heat up. Meanwhile, Manchester United fans are gearing up to protest against the club's owners amid a turbulent season. Eden Court is ready to kick off celebrations for its 50th anniversary, showcasing a year full of arts and community events. Plus, Gavin Cromwell strategizes for the Cheltenham Cross Country Chase with a strong trio of horses. Lastly, prepare for storm Goretti as winter temperatures drop and energy challenges rise.
Jan 8, 2026 • 12min
UK Man Jailed for Online Death Chemicals, UK Record Store Day Sparks Energy, UK Enforces New Law on Afghan Teen Channel Crossing, Prescod Joins Doping Debate, and more...
A UK man has received a 14-year sentence for selling suicide chemicals online, tied to tragic deaths. Excitement builds for Record Store Day 2026, featuring exclusive releases and events across the country. A new law has seen its first application in prosecuting an Afghan teen for endangering lives during a dangerous channel crossing. Meanwhile, athlete Reece Prescod ignites a debate on doping as he joins a controversial competition. Lastly, shocking revelations about unchecked vetting in the Met Police raise concerns over public trust.
Jan 8, 2026 • 12min
Global Surpasses 2.2B Views, Construction Sector Bets on Roof of Optimism, Heading Linked to Dementia, UK Unveils £210M Cyber Plan, and more...
(0:10): Global Expands The Overlap with Gary Neville, Surpassing 2.2 Billion Views by 2025(2:11): Construction Sector Faces Uncertainty Despite Easing Inflation and Infrastructure Optimism(4:01): Gordon McQueen Inquest Highlights Link Between Football Heading and Dementia(6:12): UK Launches £210M Cyber Action Plan to Bolster Online Public Services' Security(8:54): Northern Ireland's Draft Budget Sparks Controversy Amid Executive DeadlockTo subscribe visit https://www.brief.news.For more updates in your inbox each morning visit www.brief.news.
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Jan 7, 2026 • 11min
Heathrow Plans 1.3B Upgrade, Willock Faces Racist Abuse on Instagram, Ben & Jerry’s Debuts Cookie Dough Sandwich UK, Winter of Action Targets Shoplifting, and more...
(0:10): Heathrow Unveils £1.3B Plan for 2026: Modernization, Efficiency, and Sustainability at the Forefront(2:36): Newcastle United Demands Action After Joe Willock Faces Racist Abuse on Instagram(4:35): Ben & Jerry’s Launches New Cookie Dough Ice Cream Sandwich in UK Snacking Market(6:09): Government Launches 'Winter of Action' on Shop Theft Amid Rising Crime and Calls for Tougher Measures(8:03): Rejecting British Honours: A Stand Against Imperial Legacy and Symbolic PowerTo subscribe visit https://www.brief.news.For more updates in your inbox each morning visit www.brief.news.
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