A key GOP senator is expressing optimism that Republicans and Democrats will agree to a deal that would extend expiring health care subsidies, but the effort faces an uphill climb in winning the backing of leaders in both parties. Without a deal, health insurance premiums are projected to spike by double digits next month, yet…

Health alert still in force as cold weather set to continue
Cold temperatures are set to continue beyond Boxing Day – with a health alert still in force for parts of the UK.


