Liam Rosenior selected a largely second-string Chelsea side that beat Charlton 5-1 at the Valley to reach the fourth round of the FA Cup. Goals came from Jorrel Hato, Tosin Adarabioyo, Marc Guiu, Pedro Neto and Enzo Fernández (penalty), while Miles Leaburn scored for Charlton.
The US State Department has urged American citizens to depart Venezuela after reports that armed pro‑regime militias known as colectivos are setting up roadblocks and searching vehicles; officials also visited Caracas in what is reported to be preparatory work toward reopening the US embassy.
New Chelsea head coach Liam Rosenior said he made no significant tactical or technical changes before his first match, which ended in a 5-1 FA Cup victory over Charlton; he said his early focus was on intensity and reactions to setbacks.
Activists and some medical staff report hundreds of deaths amid widespread anti-government protests, and Iran has cut internet and phone services; the prosecutor-general has suggested protesters could face the death penalty.
Holly Swinburn says she is expecting a baby girl due at the end of March and that she and her former partner plan to use Jade as a middle name in honour of Freddy Brazier's late mother.
Women in Iran have publicly removed their veils as part of ongoing protests, and the article reports that authorities restricted internet access amid efforts to limit dissent.
Reza Pahlavi, an exiled Iranian crown prince, urged the UK Government to support protesters seeking change in Iran; the article says his team has set up a secure QR channel to allow members of the security forces to pledge support. Large demonstrations have been reported since December 28 and authorities have restricted internet and phone services.
Reports say President Donald Trump asked US special forces to prepare a plan concerning Greenland, and senior US military leaders are reported to be resisting on legal grounds; subsequent actions are undetermined at this time.
A new film, Becoming Victoria Wood, shows that the celebrated comedian battled long-standing self-doubt and periods of depression despite a highly successful career; the film has opened in cinemas and will air on U&Gold next month.
The Mail on Sunday reports documents suggesting Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood was briefed on plans to ban Maccabi Tel Aviv supporters eight days before the decision was confirmed; the Home Office says the Inspectorate of Constabulary has been asked to investigate and Ms Mahmood has been urged to make a statement to Parliament.
