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(0:10): Global Player Awards 2025: Celebrating Music, Podcasts, and Breakthrough Stars with Data-Driven Honors(1:46): Ex-Tory MP Ben Bradley Joins Reform UK, Spurs Local Governance Shake-Up(4:22): England Adds 199 Heritage Sites in 2025: From Neolithic Cairns to WWII Defences(6:57): Prince William Celebrates Christmas with Welsh Guards, Reinforces Combat Readiness(8:56): Antrim Newtownabbey Council Launches Bold Investment Initiative at Westminster ShowcaseTo subscribe visit https://www.brief.news.For more updates in your inbox each morning visit www.brief.news. Image credit: Gold Radio

(0:10): UK Unveils £500M Youth Plan to Combat Online Isolation and Build Youth Centres(1:19): UK Invests Millions in Safer, Greener Travel: Major Funding Boost for Walking and Cycling Routes(3:50): HebCelt 2025: £4.4M Boost to Outer Hebrides Economy with Record Attendance and Eco-Friendly Initiatives(6:06): Priya Dogra Named Channel 4's New CEO as Network Eyes Digital Future(8:19): Man Convicted of Murder in House Fire Revenge Attack; Sentencing Awaits for Distressing CaseTo subscribe visit https://www.brief.news.For more updates in your inbox each morning visit www.brief.news. Image credit: Greatest Hits Radio (West Yorkshire)

(0:10): Nnena Kalu Triumphs: Turner Prize Win Challenges Stereotypes and Celebrates Neurodivergent Artistry(2:18): UK Government Pressured to Reveal Top IRA Spy as Kenova Report Unveils Grim Findings(4:33): Spurs Relocate Pride Flag Amid Security Concerns, Spotlight on LGBTQI+ Visibility in Football(6:37): Baroness Longfield Leads National Grooming Gang Inquiry with £65 Million Budget After Months of Delays(8:39): Liverpool Man Charged with Racial Abuse of Bournemouth Striker During Premier League MatchTo subscribe visit https://www.brief.news.For more updates in your inbox each morning visit www.brief.news. Image credit: Greatest Hits Radio 70s

UK concert venues are in peril due to looming tax hikes, risking higher ticket prices and closures. Meanwhile, YouTube sensation AngryGinge makes waves after winning a celebrity competition, paving the way for more media opportunities. The estate of Amy Winehouse grapples with legal battles over the auction of her personal items. In response to threats, the UK unveils the Atlantic Bastion program to safeguard undersea infrastructure using advanced technology. Additionally, Hitachi launches a new eco-friendly train fleet revolutionizing travel between Sheffield and London.

Djelo's impressive victory at the Peterborough Chase sets its sights on the prestigious King George VI. Meanwhile, London’s property growth hits a standstill as regional markets surge ahead. A new law intensifies livestock protection, now covering alpacas and llamas with hefty fines for dog attacks. In a concerning incident, police are seeking witnesses after a tragic three-car crash near Boston that resulted in a 19-year-old's arrest. Northern Ireland faces a health crisis as a flu outbreak leaves 170 students sick in just one day.

The UK government has postponed local elections until 2026 amidst ongoing devolution reforms. A minor earthquake shook the North-West, though luckily no damage occurred. Experts are raising alarms about AI chatbots potentially swaying voter opinions in the political arena. In entertainment news, Indian rapper Badshah is set to make history by headlining The O2 in 2026. Additionally, the UK imposed sanctions on Russia's GRU following a controversial poisoning incident in Salisbury.

(0:10): Massive M4 Eastbound Crash Causes Evening Chaos; Traffic Returns to Normal After Long Delays(2:01): BRIT Awards 2026 Critics' Choice Nominees: Meet the Rising Stars Shaping British Music(4:01): UK Launches Review of Mental Health Diagnoses Amidst Rising Benefits Claims(5:49): King Charles's Arctic Documentary Urges Urgent Action on Climate Crisis(7:54): UK Energy Bills Set to Rise by £108 by 2031 as Ofgem Approves £28 Billion Network UpgradeTo subscribe visit https://www.brief.news.For more updates in your inbox each morning visit www.brief.news. Image credit: Channel X94 - #1 Hit Music Station

West Ham pays heartfelt tributes to legendary captain Billy Bonds, marking a significant loss for the club. There's a growing demand to revisit the sexual misconduct allegations against the late Mohamed Al Fayed. Delay in the Cameron Barracks asylum plan raises safety concerns within the community. A Guardian investigation reveals sellers of illegal weight-loss drugs are cleverly manipulating Trustpilot for legitimacy. Meanwhile, M&S Food launches a photography competition to elevate emerging talents in food photography.

Labour is facing backlash over its compromises on worker protections in a new employment rights bill. A cycling legend from the Tour de France is stepping into a leadership role at Ineos, focusing on race strategy. Meanwhile, UK net migration has hit a five-year low, influenced by new policies and a rise in emigration. In music news, Eric Clapton is set to headline a grand finale concert at the Sandringham Estate in 2026. Additionally, cultural venues in Lincolnshire are boosting the economy by £15 million, engaging their communities through education.

(0:10): UK Gambling Tax Hike: Online Duties Soar, Industry Braces for $540M Hit(3:01): Major Cyber Attack Disrupts London Councils, Experts Mobilized to Protect Services(5:08): Farage Faces Allegations of Past Misconduct Amid Reform UK's Poll Surge: Calls for Transparency Grow(7:18): UK Budget Forecast: Inflation & Unemployment Rise in 2025-26, Tax Burdens Increase, Farmers Protest in London(8:33): Experts Warn New £2,000 Salary Sacrifice Cap Risks Retirement SecurityTo subscribe visit https://www.brief.news.For more updates in your inbox each morning visit www.brief.news. Image credit: The Record