3 hours ago National Trust to restore nature across area bigger than Greater London

National Trust to restore nature across area bigger than Greater London  The Guardian

Politics

3 hours ago BBC Morning Live doctor says drink with 'healing powers' boosts immune system

Dr Punam said that the drink is a "healing hug in a mug"

Society

8 hours ago Rachel Reeves' £25bn National Insurance raid could force more than HALF of British businesses to raise prices, damning poll reveals

The figures provide the latest evidence of how firms are scrambling to respond to the tax hike and as the boss of Marks & Spencer said it would be a challenge.

Economics

16 hours ago Stuart Hogg was a world class Scottish rugby player who now has to relocate his moral compass | Robert Kitson

The former national rugby union captain has been spared jail for the domestic abuse of his estranged wife, Gill, after courts painted a grim picture of his off-pitch behaviourScotland has not always been blessed with rugby players of genuine world class but prime-time Stuart Hogg was a rare exception. At the height of his powers he was the Six Nations Player of the Year in successive seasons in 2016 and 2017, mixing acceleration and attacking intent with a just-try-and-stop-me attitude that set him apart from the average workaday pro.The talented lad from Hawick was a big fish in a series of smallish pools – the Borders, Scottish rugby, Exeter – and grew accustomed to being hailed as king of his local oval-ball castle. While, behind closed doors, not being entirely the man his many fans thought him to be. Continue reading...

Sport

22 minutes ago Newcastle fan, nine, is caught out skipping school for key match after Sky's cameras showed him beaming with delight at Geordie win

Sammy Scott, aged nine, travelled to London with dad Mark for the Carabao Cup semi-final first leg against Arsenal at the Emirates Stadium as they told his school he would be off ill.

Events

19 hours ago Love Island All Stars twist as ITV bosses issue announcement days before launch show

12 familar faces are heading back to the Love Island villa in a bid to try and find 'the one' but the power is in the hand of the public on who couples up together

Culture

21 hours ago Patients in chairs ‘day and night’ and physio gym turned into ward, say doctors

The Royal College of Physicians has published accounts from doctors on the front line talking about the crisis in NHS hospitals.

Science

4 hours ago Still Game star Sanjeev Kohli urges Scots to volunteer at lifeline foodbanks

Sanjeev Kohli urged people to get involved with supporting food banks which offer dignity and relief to struggling people.

Politics

11 hours ago LIVE: Manchester city centre properties left without electricity after power cut

Electricity North West are investigating the power cut in the Deansgate area

Society

8 hours ago Elizabeth line hits 500m passenger journeys landmark as wider benefits of £20bn link are revealed

Shorter journey times and fewer interchanges are top two reasons for using the Lizzie line

Economics

16 hours ago New Call of Duty report reveals staggering cost of making games in popular series

Call of Duty Black Ops Cold War reportedly cost over $700 million to develop and market, as a new report suggests Activision's shooter's costs are astronomical

Sport

70 minutes ago North Korea benefiting from troops fighting alongside Russia, US issues grave warning

Pyongyang’s military ties with Russia ‘rendering it more capable of waging war against its neighbours’

Events

4 hours ago Rare Dyson discount is perfect time to pick up 'most powerful' vacuum for a lot less

Claiming to be the most powerful V8 hoover ever, this device is capable of lasting a lengthy 40 minutes with uninterrupted suction power

Politics

17 hours ago How worried should we be about RFK Jr as health secretary? Ask Florida

Florida’s surgeon general Joseph Ladapo has given free rein to his own unorthodox views on vaccines and public healthDonald Trump’s promise to upend public health policy across the US by installing Robert F Kennedy Jr as health secretary is resonating in Florida, where experts say the nation can learn from its own experience of a vaccine-denying state surgeon with unorthodox scientific views.Like Kennedy’s relationship with the incoming president, Dr Joseph Ladapo was championed by, and is closely aligned to, a powerful rightwing political leader – Ron DeSantis, Florida’s Republican governor. Continue reading...

Society

10 hours ago Shein edges closer to controversial £50bn London listing as China denies human rights abuses

The £50bn listing could be sorted by Easter, sources say, as Chancellor Rachel Reeves heads to China for talks on economic and financial cooperation.

Economics

17 hours ago Fans of Playing Nice should watch this 'emotionally devastating' drama starring British A

If you have not yet watched this compelling series, you are in for a treat. The four-part drama, which originally aired in 2019, is simply unmissable

Sport

2 hours ago Tesco issues price rise warning as popular shopping items set to go up

The British Retail Consortium (BRC) said there there is "little hope" of food prices "going anywhere but up" in the second half of 2025

Events

6 hours ago The sale of Crown Aspinalls London casino by Crown Resorts to Wynn Resorts actually makes sense for both parties

The sale of Crown Aspinalls London casino by Crown Resorts to Wynn Resorts actually makes sense for both parties  Inside Asian Gaming

Politics

19 hours ago British Airways frequent flyers react to controversial Executive Club changes

Plane Talk: ’Spend, spend, spend’ is the message from BA to passengers who crave elite status with the airline

Society

14 hours ago Italian mayor vows to stop sale of Neapolitan islet to wealthy speculator

Bacoli mayor says his administration wants to buy Punta Pennata and turn it into an ‘open-air museum’An Italian mayor has vowed to do everything in his power to stop Punta Pennata – a slice of island paradise close to the heart of Naples, from where a fleet departed to rescue survivors of the AD79 eruption of Mount Vesuvius – being sold to a wealthy speculator.Located within the pristine waters of Bacoli, a fishing town located in the vast volcanic area of the Campi Flegrei, and described as a “historical and natural gem”, the strip of land was put up for sale to the highest bidder this week. Continue reading...

Economics

17 hours ago Playing Nice fans won't want to miss 'riveting and heartbreaking' TV show starring British A

Stephen Graham and Shane Meadows' The Virtues is an emotional four-part series that is still being talked about years after its release

Sport

5 hours ago Record hot 2024 was first year to break 1.5C warming threshold, scientists say

Climate datasets confirm last year was the hottest on record.

Events

6 hours ago The number of big cats on the loose in the British countryside now more than 100

Professor Robin Allaby found proof of their DNA in the wild after analysing a sample taken from a dead sheep in the Lake District in October 2023 which matched that of a non-native large feline

Politics

24 hours ago Brit's naked body found off Thai beach after 'chasing heated argument' with man

A 28-year-old man from London was on a month-long trip to Thailand when he went missing following an argument with a man he met in a hostel – only for his naked body to be found in the sea

Society

15 hours ago Bloke arrested after £1m cannabis farm found in house on quiet UK street

A man in Greater Manchester was arrested after cops swooped on a property in a sleepy British street - cops conducted a search warrant in relation to a suspected cannabis farm

Economics

19 hours ago UFC London Adds Featherweight Banger Featuring Former Cage Warriors Champions

UFC London Adds Featherweight Banger Featuring Former Cage Warriors Champions  Sports Illustrated

Sport

6 hours ago ‘Serious youth violence’ feared after 'aspiring' teenage rapper fatally stabbed in London: Police

‘Serious youth violence’ feared after 'aspiring' teenage rapper fatally stabbed in London: Police  Hindustan Times

Events

7 hours ago JAN MOIR: God knows why Elon Musk bothers with our grubby politics but I, for one, am grateful that he does...

What with everything going down in America, God knows why Elon Musk bothers to concern himself with grubby British politics on this grim husk of an island.

Politics

32 hours ago Producing food is ‘primary purpose’ of farming, Environment Secretary says

A speech by Steve Reed will outline measures to boost sector profits in the wake of protests against the Government by farmers.

Society

15 hours ago Why Sting, Bob Geldof and £200 billion of British businesses are teaming up in Edinburgh

“The British Business Awards is a vital event. For one night, the leaders of British business will come together in Edinburgh to celebrate success and make a difference. I look forward to seeing you on the night” - Bob Geldof

Economics

24 hours ago Andy Murray reveals story behind Novak Djokovic coaching call: ‘My wife was surprised’

Murray could not resist the offer of teaming up with the 24-time grand slam champion ahead of the Australian Open

Sport

6 hours ago Ukraine war briefing: Western allies pledge $2bn in military aid for Ukraine

Aid promised at Ramstein meeting covered air defence, information technology, demining, naval forces, air forces and artillery. What we know on day 1,052See all our Ukraine coverage Continue reading...

Events

7 hours ago Wes Streeting is urged by coroner to boost pharmacists' prescription powers

A coroner is writing to the Health Secretary urging him to boost pharmacists' prescription powers after a two-year-old girl's sepsis death.

Politics

16 hours ago London’s Friday Fare Drop Didn’t Tempt Home Workers—TfL Should Keep It Anyway

London’s Friday Fare Drop Didn’t Tempt Home Workers—TfL Should Keep It Anyway  Forbes

Economics

28 hours ago 'Complete goalkeeper' has Manchester United 'at heart' and could offer transfer solution

Man United could be on the lookout for a new goalkeeper this month and there is an affordable solution out there they already know very well.

Sport

7 hours ago PATRICK MARMION reviews Titanique at the Criterion Theatre in London: Titanic fun...with Celine's doppelganger

The siren call of Celine Dion is very great. The queen of power ballads' tooth-loosening vibrato and enamel-melting schmaltz could even pose a danger to shipping. 

Events

7 hours ago My legs shake and I suffer pain so bad I have to lie in bed for days every month. Yet doctors dismiss my agony

Last month I was on the train coming into work in London when I collapsed. I was running late and, as I took the station stairs two at a time, my legs felt shaky.

Politics

17 hours ago Iconic British bike manufacturer suffers record £30million loss as cycling demand returns to pre

An iconic Nottingham-based bike brand has suffered record losses as the industry continues to suffer a post-pandemic plunge in demand.

Economics

7 hours ago Danny Dyer warns Gen Z to use pubs or lose them as free crisps offered to young punters

The Cockney legend said there used to be a 'boozer on every street corner' but now the British institution appears to be dying off with 39,000 having called last orders

Events

7 hours ago Biden lets slip real reason LA fire hydrants were dry when flames began as Gavin Newsom and Karen Bass cling to their jobs

Joe Biden claimed that Los Angeles fire hydrants hadn't run dry because of a water shortage but due to power being cut to water pumps due to the killer wildfires.

Politics

17 hours ago 'I bought north London house for £850K but shock discovery now means it's worthless'

Daniel Bruce and his neighbours were left with unsellable, uninsurable homes and their warranty provider is still yet to agree to a payout - despite persistent leaks and collapsing ceilings

Economics

8 hours ago Poland promises Benjamin Netanyahu free rein on its soil to commemorate Auschwitz liberation anniversary and vows to protect him despite war crimes warrant

The Polish government has vowed to allow Israeli prime minister Benjamin Netanyahu to freely visit the nation for the 80th anniversary of the liberation of Auschwitz-Birkenhau

Events

7 hours ago ANSWERS TO CORRESPONDENTS: Aside from Winston Churchill, have any British prime ministers fought in a battle?

The 1st Duke of Wellington was a celebrated military hero before entering politics, and his extensive battlefield experience shaped his leadership style.

Politics

17 hours ago 'I bought north London home for £850K but shock discovery now means it's worthless'

'I bought north London home for £850K but shock discovery now means it's worthless'  The Mirror

Economics

8 hours ago Twisted rap lyrics boasting about hunting schoolboy down and stabbing him to death on a double

They boast about hunting the schoolboy down and how he's 'now sitting' there stiff' after he was knifed to death on Tuesday in broad daylight on the number 472 London double-decker bus in Woolwich.

Events

8 hours ago CHRISTOPHER STEVENS reviews Sandi's Great British Woodland Restoration on Channel 4: Great to see your passion for trees, Sandi, but leave the chainsaws alone

Readers, I watched through my fingers. Sandi Toksvig , 66-years-old and unsteady on her pins after a bout of bronchial pneumonia , should not be wielding a chainsaw.

Politics

18 hours ago Shoppers 'get compliments' whenever they wear 'beautiful' Versace perfume now £24

The huge offer at Boots will save fans of the luxury designer fragrance money - but the deal isn't going to last forever

Economics

8 hours ago Police fear more ‘serious youth violence’ after teenager stabbed to death on bus

Kelyan Bokassa was killed on a route 472 bus in Woolwich Church Street, near Woolwich Ferry, just before 2.30pm on Tuesday.

Events

8 hours ago Millions of train tickets to be discounted next week – what you need to know

It marks the 200th anniversary of the world’s first passenger train service

Politics

18 hours ago TfL pays out over £2m in pothole compensation claims in three years, data reveals

‘Poor local road conditions continue to burn a hole in the budgets of local authorities and drivers’, the RAC has warned

Economics

9 hours ago Sickening rap lyrics boasting about murder of schoolboy Kelyan Bokassa on London bus shared online

Kelyan Bokassa, 14, was stabbed to death on a bus in Woolwich, South East London, and as tributes pour in for the youngster, sick lyrics have also appeared on Instagram about the attack

Events

9 hours ago Titanique review – camp musical sails into silliness with Céline Dion onboard

Criterion theatre, LondonIt goes on and on but this madcap spoof of the blockbuster film has a sparkling cast, including Lauren Drew as Dion and Layton Williams as the icebergImagine James Cameron’s 1997 disaster film romance Titanic as a camp musical spoof narrated by Céline Dion, who famously sang its signature number. Every character onboard this ill-fated liner is a closet-door short of coming out – including Jack and Rose. Then add enough smutty double entendres and rapid cultural references to bedazzle a pantomime dame, alongside a score of mainly Dion songs (My Heart Will Go On is set to electric guitar).You might come close to preparing yourself for this madcap musical fantasia which has fetched up from off-Broadway to reprise (ruin?) the love story between Rose (Kat Ronney) – who is engaged to rich Cal (Jordan Luke Gage), with Grindr on his phone – and the poor artist Jack (Rob Houchen). Continue reading...

Politics

19 hours ago Tierney cover broken by Arsenal, Jota price tag and £7m winger bidding war fear – Celtic transfer state of play

Brendan Rodgers is facing a busy month with the Hoops

Economics

9 hours ago Burned homes and rattled nerves: Altadena residents grapple with toll of deadly LA blaze

Intense winds scattered embers across huge swaths of land, burning down some houses while leaving some unscathedTell us: how have the California wildfires affected you?Ash was falling gently over the Historic Highlands neighborhood of Pasadena, California, on Thursday as residents began to grapple with the toll of the Eaton fire still being fought in the mountains above.This area was under an evacuation order on Wednesday, and the next day the streets were still littered with fallen branches from Tuesday night’s intense windstorm. The fire broke out early in the evening and spread rapidly amid the powerful gusts, killing at least four people and destroying more than 5,000 structures in the area, which also includes the Altadena and Sierra Madre neighborhoods. As of Thursday afternoon, the blaze had burned 13,690 acres and remained 0% contained. Continue reading...

Events

9 hours ago Corbin couple welcomes first baby born at Saint Joseph London in New Year

Corbin couple welcomes first baby born at Saint Joseph London in New Year  cnhinews.com

Politics

19 hours ago British financier approaches banknote firm De La Rue over £245m takeover

Shares in the firm jumped by over a tenth on Thursday as a result.

Economics

10 hours ago Los Angeles wildfires could worsen with wind gusts as 20 looters arrested

Donald Trump blames Democratic governor over California water shortages that have hampered firefighters, as celebrities including Jamie Lee Curtis and Prince Harry offer help to residents who have lost homes

Events

10 hours ago Democrats signal openness to Republicans’ Laken Riley Act with key vote

Bill may pass, led by Republicans, without amendments after Democratic resistance vanishes

Politics

21 hours ago Sadiq Khan: help me 'take on the Nimbys' to get my £4bn affordable housing plan back on track

Mayor to use Mansion House speech to call for more housing money from Government

Economics

10 hours ago BBC The Traitors fans blown away as star uncovers dramatic 'power play move'

Fans of the The Traitors have taken to social media to share their reactions after one star revealed a huge bombshell about their career away from the show

Events

10 hours ago Clean tap water isn't flowing in Virginia's capital as residents find creative ways to cope

Frustrated residents of Richmond, Virginia, are finding ways to cope without tap water after a winter storm knocked out power to a facility earlier this week

Politics

21 hours ago I got a £170 parking fine after a broken machine meant I couldn't buy a £1 ticket

Berkeley Bathurst, pictured, claims he was unable to pay the fee to park at the car park in Hornchurch, East London.

Economics

10 hours ago The Traitors brand Anna a 'ticking timebomb' after she turns down their recruitment offer and fans think she made the WRONG decision

Linda and Minah, who are the traitors, offered to 'seduce' Anna - who is a faithful' to become a traitor after Armani was banished.

Events

10 hours ago Starry Night at the Museum: London’s National Gallery Hosts a Van Gogh Sleepover

Starry Night at the Museum: London’s National Gallery Hosts a Van Gogh Sleepover  artnet News

Politics

21 hours ago I got a £170 parking fine after a broken machine meant I couldn't buy a £1 ticket for a 10

Berkeley Bathurst, pictured, claims he was unable to pay the fee to park at the car park in Hornchurch, East London.

Economics

11 hours ago Twisted fate of Shamima Begum's ISIS bride pals and terrifying phone call home

Begum made the arduous journey from London to Syria in February 2015, with two other school pals from Bethnal Green Academy.

Events

11 hours ago A British royal, a retired wrestler and a slew of reality stars: Meet the cast for The Traitors US season 3

Alan Cumming returns to host Peacock’s hit game show series premiering this month

Politics

22 hours ago London mayor’s Friday train fare price cut made ‘no noticeable difference’

London mayor’s Friday train fare price cut made ‘no noticeable difference’  The Independent

Economics

11 hours ago Browns OC targets Darrell Bevell, Charles London have plenty of experience with elite QBs

Browns OC targets Darrell Bevell, Charles London have plenty of experience with elite QBs  Akron Beacon Journal

Events

11 hours ago Manchester city centre properties left without electricity after power cut

Electricity North West are investigating the power cut in the Deansgate area

Politics

23 hours ago British woman describes Magaluf 'rape ordeal after being led into a brothel while drunk' at notorious Majorca nightspot

The holidaymaker said she had been drinking in bars in the resort's Punta Ballena strip with a friend when they were invited to shots by two men working as PR staff at a nearby nightspot.

Economics

11 hours ago LIVE: Manchester city centre plunged into darkness as thousands hit by power cut

Electricity North West are investigating the power cut in the Deansgate area

Events

14 hours ago The Best Work You May Never See: Cadbury, VCCP London, Director Steve Rogers Stir A Sweet "Memory" Connecting Father and Daughter

The Best Work You May Never See: Cadbury, VCCP London, Director Steve Rogers Stir A Sweet "Memory" Connecting Father and Daughter  SHOOT Online

Politics

23 hours ago People struggling with energy bills urged to claim up to £2,000 in financial help this winter

The British Gas Energy Trust has two energy support funds open for customers and those with other suppliers.

Economics