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1. Households face unexpected rise in energy prices in new year

   Regulator Ofgem says a change in the price cap in January means a 0.2% increase in gas and electricity prices.

2. Trump's growing impatience to end Ukraine war is a concern for Kyiv

   The US is working to a quick timetable to push through the deal, which appears to heavily reflect many of Moscow's demands.

3. The curious case of why Poundland is struggling during a cost-of-living crisis

   Why - in an age where so many of us are feeling the financial pinch - are some budget shops on UK high streets having such a tough time?

4. Anti-Hamas armed groups seek future role under Gaza peace plan

   Several groups - some of them backed by Israel - are ranged against Hamas in Gaza, with complex and overlapping ties.

5. UK expected to approve plans for Chinese mega embassy

   A final decision has not yet been formally taken but the controversial project is expected to be given the go-ahead.

6. Strictly star arrested on suspicion of rape

   Hertfordshire Police said the man had been released on bail under investigation.

7. Gove apologises after Covid report alleges 'toxic' culture in No 10 during pandemic

   The ex-senior minister apologises for mistakes in the pandemic, but defends some of the previous government's actions.

8. Superb England tear into Australia in Ashes opener

   England’s fast bowlers sensationally rip through Australia on an electrifying opening day of the Ashes as 19 wickets fall in Perth.

9. Friday-night drug deals helping Russian war machine, UK crime agency warns

   The National Crime Agency says a "vast criminal ecosystem" funds "really bad things" around the world.

10. Australia is banning social media for kids under 16. How will it work?

    The world-first law aims to reduce the "risks" children face online - but it's received pushback.