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Weather UK latest: Man’s body found near Yorkshire river as dozens rescued from flooded homes Fresh weather warnings are in place for Tuesday morning across the UK as heavy rains, flooding and snow continue to disrupt travel and cause school closures. One man has died in the winter storm impacting much of the country, with North Yorkshire police saying a body pulled from floodwater near the River Aire has been formally identified. The man’s next of kin are still being informed. Snow and ice warnings are in place across most of southwest England and Wales, and parts of northwest England…

Full list of school closures across UK as snow and ice warnings issued The information below has been gathered from local council websites by The Independent. Scotland Aberdeenshire Moray Highlands England – West Yorkshire Bradford Kirklees Leeds Wakefield England – Lancashire Burnley Chorley Hyndburn and Ribble Valley Pendle Rossendale England – County Durham England – North Yorkshire England – Cheshire England – Derbyshire Wales – Wrexham Wales – Flintshire Full list of school closures across UK as snow and ice warnings issued https://www.independent.co.uk/weather/uk-snow-school-closures-weather-warnings-b2674877.html

Who is Rupert Lowe? From unpopular football chairman to Musk’s candidate to lead Reform after Farage fallout Elon Musk called for Nigel Farage to be replaced as Reform UK leader – and has since appeared to endorse Rupert Lowe, the Great Yarmouth MP, as his possible successor. The US tech billionaire turned on Mr Farage after the party leader distanced himself from Mr Musk’s support of Tommy Robinson. Reform UK needs a new leader, Mr Musk said on X (formerly Twitter) on Sunday, before adding: “Farage doesn’t have what it takes.” Hours later, Mr Musk said: “I have not met…

Has there been a UK grooming gangs inquiry, what were the results and why are there calls for a new one? Billionaire and owner of X Elon Musk has attacked Sir Keir Starmer and the Labour government over its response to grooming gangs in the UK. Pressure has mounted on the prime minister after safeguarding minister Jess Phillips denied requests for the Home Office to lead a public inquiry into child sexual exploitation and grooming in Oldham. The tech billionaire triggered an attack on the government on Thursday, as he suggested Ms Phillips “deserves to be in prison”. He also…

Elon Musk’s father tells public to ignore son as Starmer hits out at billionaire’s lies: Live Elon Musk’s father has urged the public to “ignore” his son in response to a growing row over grooming gangs. The billionaire’s father, Errol Musk, told LBC that “people don’t have to listen to what he says”. “I’d say don’t worry about it. Tell him to get lost,” he added. The Tesla owner launched a series of baseless attacks on Sir Keir over grooming gangs, while also calling for the release of jailed far-right activist Tommy Robinson – a development which saw him turn…

Man charged with sending malicious communications to Labour MP Jess Phillips  A man has been charged with sending malicious communications to Home Office Minister Jess Phillips just days after criticism from Elon Musk. Devon and Cornwall police confirmed that a man was charged following three reports of malicious communications in a case involving three victims. The revelation comes just hours after Sir Keir Starmer came out fighting on behalf of Ms Phillips, saying the “poison of the far right” had led to “serious threats” to the safeguarding minister. Man charged with sending malicious communications to Labour MP Jess Phillips https://www.independent.co.uk/news/uk/politics/jess-phillips-elon-musk-grooming-gangs-man-charged-b2674643.html

New snow warnings as cold snap causes travel chaos, school closures and flooding Fresh snow and ice warnings have been issued as freezing weather is continuing to cause travel chaos, school closures and multiple major incidents to be declared due to widespread flooding that has left children stranded. Leicestershire Fire and Rescue Service (LFRS) said it declared a major incident in response to widespread flooding across Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland on Monday morning, after receiving more than 200 calls. Crews have freed cars stuck in flood water, evacuated residents from flooded homes, and rescued at least 17 members of the…

The start of the New Year brings with it a new series of Dancing On Ice, with a whole host of famous (and terrified) faces set to take to the rink. Holly Willoughby returns to host the ITV reality show, alongside Stephen Mulhern, who made his debut as her co-presenter last series, replacing Phillip Schofield. Joining them will be Olympic legends Jayne Torvill and Christopher Dean, who take charge of the judging panel alongside returnees Ashley Banjo and Oti Mabuse. This year, bosses have signed up some exciting stars, all desperately hoping to avoid catastrophe as they begin skating for…

Ring Fit Adventure – virtual jogging is so much more convenient (Nintendo) GameCentral recommends Ring Fit Adventure as the best ever fitness video game and wonders how a Nintendo Switch 2 sequel might work. The new year is rarely a busy time for new video games, even with the prospect of the Nintendo Switch 2 being unveiled at any moment. There’re a few minor releases planned for January, including Donkey Kong Country Returns HD and Dynasty Warriors: Origins, leading up to Sniper Elite: Resistance on January 30, but it’s not until February that the industry really gets into gear,…

Dwayne ‘The Rock’ Johnson kickstarted the WWE Netflix era on Monday Night Raw and fans are convinced he won’t be part of WrestleMania 41. The wrestling legend turned Hollywood megastar made his return at the beginning of the history live stream, but he wasn’t showing signs of the villainous Final Boss persona viewers saw last year. There has been speculation The Rock could reignite his rivalry with Cody Rhodes or Roman Reigns in Las Vegas in April. However, Dwayne instead opened up about his own family history, and gave some shout outs to the fans, Netflix chiefs and the Undisputed…