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30 December 2025, in sixty words

Every story that mattered that day, each explained in a sixty-word brief.

Tuesday, 30 December 2025 · 7 stories

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Entertainment · 09:01 Idris Elba receives knighthood in New Year Honours.

Actor Idris Elba has been knighted in the 2025 New Year Honours List for his services to young people through his Elba Hope Foundation, which combats youth violence and supports disadvantaged youngsters.

Politics · 09:00 Starmer Allies Anneliese Dodds and Jonathan Ashworth Receive New Year Honours

Two of Keir Starmer's closest political allies have been recognised in the New Year Honours list.

Entertainment · 09:00 Meera Syal Receives Damehood as Arts and Media Figures Honored in 2025 New Year Honours

Actress and comedian Meera Syal has been made a Dame for services to literature, drama and charity in the 2025 New Year Honours.

World · 09:00 Zelenskyy denies Russian drone attack claims as lies

Following discussions with Trump, President Zelenskyy has refuted Russia's accusation of a Ukrainian drone strike targeting Putin's Novgorod home.

World · 08:59 Netanyahu Urges Trump for Broader Middle East Military Action Amid Gaza Ceasefire Stalemate

Benjamin Netanyahu, the Israeli Prime Minister, urged stronger measures against Iran and Hamas in discussions with President Trump at Mar-a-Lago.

General · 08:59 Police shooting in Thetford under investigation after crash

Following a fatal police shooting in Thetford, the IOPC has begun an inquiry.

Politics · 08:56 Prince Andrew files removed after accidental release

The Cabinet Office withdrew government papers about Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor from the National Archives after accidentally releasing them to journalists under embargo.