Archive 2022/12/31
- Sir Grayson Perry says he never considered turning down knighthood
- Sunak hails ‘better times ahead’ as new report suggests weaker Labour lead
- Steve Cooper appreciates ‘joined-up thinking’ on transfers at Nottingham Forest
- New Year’s Eve parties under way around the world following Covid hiatus
- ‘Atmospheric river’ dumps heavy rain and snow across California
- Mikel Arteta says Arsenal not getting carried away despite Premier League lead
- Two men charged with Boxing Day murder of Cody Fisher
- Climber dies and another injured after avalanche on Ben Nevis
- Arsenal extend Premier League lead to seven points with victory at Brighton
- Manchester City top 2022 league table while Newcastle are most improved
- Scottish archbishop recalls ‘honour’ of close work with Pope Benedict
- Arsenal strengthen grip at top with thrilling win over Brighton
- Benedict XVI, first pope to resign in 600 years, dies aged 95
- Huge crowds of Palestinians mark Fatah anniversary in Gaza
- Eddie Howe tells Newcastle to retain perspective following frustrating stalemate
- We did everything to win: Pep Guardiola rues dropped points against Everton
- Things will get better in 2023, says upbeat Boris Johnson
- Patrick Vieira hails ‘good team performance’ as Crystal Palace beat Bournemouth
- Tributes for former pope pour in from around the world
- Late Fulham winner leaves Southampton boss Nathan Jones ‘absolutely devastated’
- Boat with 700 Europe-bound migrants intercepted off Libya
- Joao Palhinha earns Fulham late win over rock bottom Southampton
- Man arrested on suspicion of murdering missing Lewisham woman
- Another goal for Erling Haaland but Manchester City left frustrated
- In Pictures: Ringing in 2023 around the world
- Police release third person arrested in connection with Elle Edwards’ murder
- Just Stop Oil calls for an end to arrest and imprisonment of protesters
- Lewis Gibson leaves it late to snatch Queen of the South victory against Clyde
- Man City and Newcastle held as Marcus Rashford nets late Man Utd winner
- Demarai Gray’s superb strike earns Everton welcome point at Manchester City
- ‘He’s riding out of his skin’ – Cobden caps big week in style
- Man, 29, dies after being stabbed in heart in London park
- Newcastle’s winning run ends with goalless draw at home to Leeds
- Crystal Palace secure vital victory as Bournemouth’s new owners watch on
- Ally Love gives leaders Dumbarton victory
- Russian strikes intensify as Ukrainians return for holiday
- Sharks sweep aside ill-disciplined Bulls
- Ukraine conflict casts shadow on Russia as it enters 2023
- Police name man sought over sexual assault of elderly woman at home
- King expresses ‘deep sadness’ after death of former Pope Benedict
- Benedict XVI, first pope to resign in 600 years, dies aged 95
- Charity fundraiser completes 365th marathon of the year
- Constitution Hill and Epatante take festive exertions in their stride
- Gamaret does everything right on chasing bow
- Sir Grayson Perry says his knighthood is special for not being about class
- Saint Sam claims notable victory back over hurdles at Punchestown
- Hermes Allen all class in dominant Challow display
- I overslept – Marcus Rashford dropped over lateness but hits winner from bench
- Stattler leads latest Mullins challenge on Tramore feature
- Honour has National ambition for Mandarin ace Grumpy Charley
- Marcus Rashford gets the drop on Wolves with late winner for Manchester United
- British journalist sued by Abramovich over Putin claims made MBE
- Thor’s day: Wandering walrus delights locals after appearing in seaside town
- Happygolucky day in store at Cheltenham for Bailey
- No excuses from Graham Potter as Chelsea strive to reignite campaign
- Xi Jinping says China on ‘right side of history’
- Irish president praises Pope Benedict’s ‘steadfast interest’ in Northern Ireland
- Jupiter Du Gite impresses at Newbury, as Jet Powered beaten
- David Harewood: I accept my OBE for people whose work has gone unnoticed
- Our rules – Erik ten Hag drops Marcus Rashford to bench for disciplinary reasons
- Katie Swan puts Great Britain in control of United Cup clash with Spain
- Marie’s ready to rock on Cheltenham return
- Thunder Rock and Monmiral poised for Cheltenham showdown
- North Korea fires three short-range missiles amid tensions over drone flights
- Stephen Graham says he shares OBE with ‘incredible’ late mother
- Ellen White honoured to end ‘crazy’ year with more good news
- Tributes paid to ‘great theologian’ Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI after his death
- Highlights from the life of Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI
- Ange Postecoglou: Celtic have already made their priority signings
- Declan Rice: West Ham players letting ourselves, the manager and the fans down
- Railway cleaners launch first national strike over pay and conditions
- Everton recall striker Ellis Simms from Sunderland loan
- Rangers players must ‘set the tone’ for Old Firm clash, insists James Tavernier
- Tyrone Mings convinced Aston Villa on right track under new boss Unai Emery
- Covid tests for arrivals from China defended by Tory health committee chairman
- 10 sporting stars to look out for in 2023
- Sport and politics collide as issues away from the action dominate major events
- From Lionesses joy to Djokovic deportation, the best and worst of 2022 in sport
- Antonio Conte: No concerns over Eric Dier but may rest him against Aston Villa
- Police launch hunt after man stabbed to death in park
- Jurgen Klopp needs Liverpool back ‘on top of their game’ after lucky Foxes win
- Marathon man Gary ready to cross the finish line of year-long challenge
- Cameron Norrie defeats Rafael Nadal in Sydney to secure biggest career win
- Social media may threaten the Welsh language, study reveals
- Football rumours: Chelsea open discussions for World Cup star Enzo Fernandez
- Wet and windy weather expected to continue over New Year weekend
- 7 New Year’s resolutions that won’t make you feel terrible about yourself
- What the papers say – December 31
- New Year Honours list: How Dame Mary Quant changed the face of fashion
- Veteran journalist and The View creator Barbara Walters dies aged 93
- Julian Assange to ask for prison release for friend Vivienne Westwood’s funeral
- Just Stop Oil: How has the group grown this year and what is in store for 2023?
- Edinburgh’s Hogmanay celebrations return for first time in three years
- Winter set to be worst ever for A&E waits as NHS ‘pressurised like never before’
- Woman charged with murder after man stabbed in Yorkshire
- What could happen in the tech world in 2023?
- UK’s problems will not ‘go away’ in 2023, says Sunak in New Year message
- Angus Robertson: We have seen no advantages to leaving EU
- Hundreds of thousands of diabetes patients now using ‘life-changing’ gadgets
- Political chaos of 2022 highlights need for independence, says SNP depute leader