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The Nationwide have released January’s UK House Price index which shows that the average cost of a home has remained largely static in the last 12 months. The average price in January 2018 was £211,756 while t […]

Saudi Arabia has decided to end its anti-corruption campaign – which the sceptic would argue was simply a power grab by the incumbent head Prince Mohammed bin Salman. Around 381 princes and assorted Bi […]

Opposition leader Juan Guaidó says his team has held talks with the army about regime change.
BBC News – Latin America & Caribbean

The EU’s chief negotiator says the backstop will not be renegotiated, despite the UK’s request.
BBC News – Europe

Met Office weather warnings for snow, ice and fog remain in place for Thursday and Friday.
BBC News – UK

At least eight people have died in the deep freeze, which has paralysed transport services.
BBC News – US & Canada

Six women tell the BBC they were raped by security forces as part of a government crackdown.
BBC News – Africa

Revenue from the tech giant’s signature iPhone fell 15% in the most recent quarter.
BBC News – Business

Palestinians condemn Israel for not renewing the Temporary International Presence in Hebron’s mandate.
BBC News – Middle East

Juan Guaidó is threatened with a travel ban and an asset freeze amid an escalating power struggle.
BBC News – Latin America & Caribbean

MPs reject plan aimed at preventing a no-deal Brexit if Theresa May cannot get her deal through Commons.
BBC News – Europe

MPs vote for changes to Irish border “backstop” plans in Theresa May’s Brexit deal as she seeks to reopen EU talks.
BBC News – UK

Weather officials in Iowa warn people to “avoid taking deep breaths, and to minimise talking”.
BBC News – US & Canada

More than 1,000 people have been held in protests against President Omar al-Bashir’s government.
BBC News – Africa

UFC Fight Night – Assuncao vs Moraes Feb 2nd 2019
The main event from Fortaleza in Brazil, features the bantamweight rematch between Raphael Assuncao and Marlon Moraes, which will determine the title contender, […]

Unite warns of “worrying time” for staff as Tesco finalises restructuring that could involve job cuts.
BBC News – Business

Laura Plummer was sentenced to three years for possessing hundreds of Tramadol painkiller tablets.
BBC News – Middle East

Washington vows a “significant response” if opposition leader Juan Guaidó or US officials face threats.
BBC News – Latin America & Caribbean

The Danes aim to stop wild boar spreading from Germany, amid fears of African swine fever.
BBC News – Europe

Boris Johnson says the PM should seek a ‘freedom clause’ from the EU as a way to win backing for her deal.
BBC News – UK