A light aircraft carrying Colombian singer Yeison Jiménez crashed shortly after take-off from Paipa Airport, and Colombia's Civil Aviation Authority confirmed that all six people aboard were killed.
TV presenter Lorraine Kelly said her 84-year-old father, John Kelly, died after being found injured in East Kilbride; Police Scotland said the death is being treated as 'unexplained but not suspicious'.
Reports say Tottenham centre-back Micky van de Ven has reportedly indicated openness to a move to Liverpool after an altercation with fans during a 3-2 defeat at Bournemouth, and several top European clubs are reported to be monitoring his situation.
Coverage includes pre-match build-up to Derby County v Leeds United and notes that Macclesfield held a tribute for forward Ethan McLeod, who died in a car accident on 16 December; his parents attended the match.
Social Justice Secretary Shirley-Anne Somerville told BBC Scotland the government must make 'tough choices' in the upcoming Scottish Budget and will prioritise NHS investment and tackling child poverty; Finance Secretary Shona Robison will set out the budget and any tax decisions on Tuesday.
Former goalkeeper Shay Given apologised after using a comment referencing the Holocaust while speaking on BBC's Final Score; the BBC issued an on-air apology and Given said he will donate his fee to the Holocaust Educational Trust.
The Wistaston Singers will stage a fundraiser concert for Cancer Research UK at St Mary's Church Hall on January 17, featuring local choirs, a handbell ensemble and soloists.
Mikel Arteta said Arsenal's purpose is to win silverware and that his season will be judged by trophies; Arsenal begin their FA Cup campaign at Portsmouth while still competing on four fronts.
The Jane Tomlinson Appeal has launched a £250,000 'Big Charity Giveaway' offering grants up to £15,000 to registered charities in Yorkshire, the Midlands and the Liverpool City region. Applications close on February 5 and successful applicants are due to be notified shortly afterwards, with awards scheduled for the week commencing March 2.
The North Down UFU held a November meeting where Richard Lemon spoke about farm diversification and tree planting, and the group has a meeting set for 3 February with an annual day trip planned for 10 March 2026.
