Michael Carrick has been announced as Man Utd's new interim head coachMichael Carrick has been unveiled as Manchester United's interim head coach and his first match will be in the high-stakes Manchester derby this Saturday, before overseeing the club's final 16 Premier League matches. Currently, United are positioned seventh in the Premier League standings after 21 fixtures. The midfield position is a priority, with Adam Wharton, Elliot Anderson and Carlos Baleba all reportedly on United's radar. Marcos Senesi would improve Man Utd's back lineCasemiro's presence leaves United short on energy, and Ugarte's adjustment to England has been challenging. Carrick boasts a wealth of talent in the attacking third, with United's strongest position by far.

Neville was providing commentary on the match at the time and condemned Martinelli's behaviour in no uncertain terms. Article continues below ADVERTISEMENTHe said: "You can't push him off the pitch. Article continues below ADVERTISEMENTAccording to the Daily Mail, Neville's remarks were noticed by viewers and triggered 567 complaints to Ofcom regarding Sky's broadcast of the match: the highest number in 2026 thus far. Gabriel Martinelli was criticised for his behaviour following Conor Bradley's injuryFormer Liverpool striker Daniel Sturridge also criticised Martinelli's behaviour, stating: "It's disappointing to see. There's passion and there's being a winner, there's wanting to help your team-mates, but you've got to be respectful as a footballer."

THIS is the moment the world’s clumsiest burglar fell FIVE times from a ceiling while trying to flee a raid. Footage released by Durham Police – backed by Strauss’s Blue Danube waltz – shows Pickering causing chaos as he ransacks the shop. Pickering finally appears to have learnt his lesson as he heads back into the shop in yet another attempt to flee. But the footage shows him just seconds later falling over the counter into a stack of promotional goods by the till. The footage from the interview shows Pickering giving away his clumsy side again as he knocks over a cup of water.

Here is everything you need to know about the new Traitors series, including when this week’s episodes will air. Their identity remained unknown not only to their fellow Traitors, but also to viewers – at least until their downfall in episode 6. After finding out about this game-changing twist, Rachel, Stephen and Hugo decided to hunt the Secret Traitor down and get them banished as fast as possible. Fiona was eventually exposed as the Secret Traitor after an explosive showdown with fellow Traitor Rachel. The full schedule is as follows:Episode 1 : Thursday, January 1, 8pm: Thursday, January 1, 8pm Episode 2 : Friday, January 2, 8pm: Friday, January 2, 8pm Episode 3 : Saturday, January 3, 7:45pm: Saturday, January 3, 7:45pm Episode 4 : Wednesday, January 7, 8pm: Wednesday, January 7, 8pm Episode 5 : Thursday, January 8, 8pm: Thursday, January 8, 8pm Episode 6 : Friday, January 9, 8pm: Friday, January 9, 8pm Episode 7 : Wednesday, January 14, 8pm: Wednesday, January 14, 8pm Episode 8 : Thursday, January 15, 8pm: Thursday, January 15, 8pm Episode 9 : Friday, January 16, 8pm: Friday, January 16, 8pm Episode 10 : Wednesday, January 21, 8pm: Wednesday, January 21, 8pm Episode 11 – Thursday, January 22, 8pm– Thursday, January 22, 8pm Episode 12 – Friday, January 23, 8pmHow can I watch The Traitors?

Some reports have suggested Chelsea may recall 18-year-old Kendry Paez from his loan at Strasbourg and try to arrange a six-month loan for him in England instead. If that were to happen, it would free up a loan spot for Disasi or Sterling to join a foreign club on loan for the remainder of the season.

Authoritarian leaders and technology oligarchs are deploying AI systems to hollow out public institutions with an astonishing alacrity. AI boosters defend the technology’s role in dismantling our vital support structures by claiming that AI systems are just efficiency “tools” without substantive significance. But predictive and generative AI systems are not simply neutral conduits to help executives, bureaucrats, and elected leaders do what they were going to do anyway, only more cost-effectively. Even if predictive and generative AI systems are not directly used to eradicate these institutions, AI systems by their nature weaken the institutions to the point of enfeeblement. In short, AI systems are a death sentence for civic institutions, and we should treat them as such.

Six Nations 2026 schedule: Dates, start times, venues and where to watch as England eye first title in six yearsThe 2026 Six Nations are almost here and England will be going all out to try and win their first title in six years. And in doing so, they denied Ireland history by preventing them from lifting their third straight Six Nations trophy. It is France, England and Ireland who head into the 2026 edition as favourites, with Wales and Italy tipped to struggle. Six Nations 2026: Dates and start timesThe 2026 Six Nations will get started on Thursday, February 5. The Six Nations opener between reigning champions France and Ireland will start at 8:10pm on February 5.

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Ben White's long-term Arsenal future remains unclearAccording to Danny Murphy, Ben White would leap at the opportunity to join Liverpool, as his future at Arsenal becomes increasingly uncertain. Article continues below ADVERTISEMENTTrendingThe Reds are evaluating their defensive options, particularly with Ibrahima Konate's contract nearing its end, and could offer more playing time. Speaking to BoyleSports, Murphy said: "Ben White to Liverpool would make sense but Arsenal might not want to sell to a rival. If Ben White was an option, I think that would be a good option for Liverpool. Article continues below ADVERTISEMENT"I think he's a really good footballer, he's a big lad.

Police taking 'immediate action' to address matters raisedMore now from the West Midlands Police's statement. "We are taking immediate action to address the matters raised in these preliminary findings. "West Midlands Police is an anti-discriminatory organisation and our planning for this football match was always about public safety of all communities. "We continue to focus on protecting the public of West Midlands and improving our services, as we have done relentlessly during the last several years. "We will now work tirelessly to rebuild confidence in West Midlands Police."

The United Kingdom is considering plans to use oil seized from vessels belonging to Russia's shadow fleet to finance military support for Ukraine. The Times reported on Tuesday that British special forces are being lined up to storm Russian shadow fleet vessels in a move designed to pressure the Russian economy. Two shadow fleet vessels sanctioned by the UK – Spring Fortune and Range Vale – are heading towards the English Channel and are expected to enter the strait around midday on 14 January. Range Vale is involved in exporting oil from Russian ports, particularly in the Baltic Sea, and was placed under UK sanctions in 2024. Reports say NATO representatives in the UK are monitoring at least three other suspected Russian oil tankers crossing the Atlantic Ocean.

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talkSPORT appoints Abi Paterson as new Head of Podcasts to turbocharge exclusive additional audio visual programming. Roster of exclusive visualised programming beyond talkSPORT audio rights to the FIFA World Cup. talkSPORT, the home of live sport and livelier opinion across the UK and beyond, is delighted to announce the appointment of Abi Paterson as Head of Podcasts, as talkSPORT enters its most ambitious year ever. Head of talkSPORT, Liam Fisher, said: “We are absolutely delighted to welcome Abi to lead talkSPORT’s podcast output. talkSPORT’s coverage of the Women’s World Cup won Best Audio Live Event at the 2024 Sports Journalism Awards.

The Princess of Wales is set to host a reception for the England Women’s Rugby team at Windsor Castle. The Red Roses reigned victorious in September last year when they beat Canada 33-13 at home in Twickenham during the Women’s Rugby World Cup. Last year’s winning team featured Abby Dow, who grew up in Maidenhead and was previously a junior at Maidenhead Rugby and Football Club (RFC). The team will join The Princess, who is patron of the Rugby Football Union, for the reception, which will celebrate their win. The players and team staff will be given a tour of Windsor Castle, before joining The Princess to celebrate their achievement and show her the World Cup.

Wide national coverage this week of Board of Deputies calls for the West Midlands Chief Constable to step down and Board of Deputies President Phil Rosenberg speaks about plans for Jewish Culture month in a JC interview. West Midlands PolicePolice chief ‘capitulated to Islamists over Maccabi Tel Aviv match’https://www.thetimes.com/uk/politics/article/maccabi-tel-aviv-ban-bmh67wqjdPolice banned Maccabi Tel Aviv football fans over fears they would ‘come to harm from UK extremists’https://www.independent.co.uk/news/uk/politics/maccabi-tel-aviv-fans-west-midlands-police-b2895524.htmlBritish Jewish groups call for resignation of police chief who banned Maccabi Tel Aviv fans from soccer matchhttps://www.sajr.co.za/british-jewish-groups-call-for-resignation-of-police-chief-who-banned-maccabi-tel-aviv-fans-from-soccer-match/amp/West Midlands Chief Constable position ‘untenable’ over Israel fan ban – MPs and Jewish grouphttps://www.birminghammail.co.uk/news/midlands-news/west-midlands-chief-constable-position-33179451Communal groups call for police chief to be sacked over Israeli football fan banhttps://www.jewishnews.co.uk/communal-groups-call-for-police-chief-to-be-sacked-over-israeli-football-fan-ban/West Midlands chief constable’s future to be ‘reviewed’ by his boss over Israel fan banhttps://www.birminghammail.co.uk/news/midlands-news/west-midlands-chief-constables-future-33181757West Midlands Police chief should go over Israeli football fans ban, says Badenochhttps://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c3vepnqy0qzoMaccabi fan ban: Pressure mounts on WMP chief constable to resign following ‘deeply concerning’ revelationshttps://www.thejc.com/news/politics/maccabi-fan-ban-pressure-mounts-on-wmp-chief-constable-to-resign-following-deeply-concerning-revelations-gyq41hiaJewish community ‘frustrated’ with police over handling of Maccabi Tel Aviv fans banhttps://www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2026/jan/08/jewish-communities-frustrated-maccabi-tel-aviv-ban-birmingham-west-midlandsSack Israel fan ban police chiefJewish Culture MonthJewish Culture Month is chance for community ‘rebrand’, says Board presidenthttps://www.thejc.com/news/community/jewish-culture-month-is-chance-for-community-rebrand-says-board-president-f403ih3zMemorial bench vandalismPolice investigation launched after Holocaust survivor’s memorial bench destroyedhttps://www.manchestereveningnews.co.uk/news/greater-manchester-news/police-investigation-launched-after-holocaust-33188726Salford Holocaust survivor’s memorial bench destroyed in ‘act of hatred’https://www.itv.com/news/granada/2026-01-08/holocaust-survivors-memorial-bench-destroyed-in-act-of-hatredHolocaust memorial bench destroyed and dumped in Salford lakehttps://www.salfordnow.co.uk/2026/01/08/holocaust-memorial-bench-destroyed-and-dumped-in-salford-lake/