27 minutes ago Value Scope: Each way horse racing tips from Steve Jones for Saturday on ITV

After a much changed Saturday line-up of racing, our man has picked out the best value from the televised action at Ffos Las and Chelmsford

Politics

93 minutes ago TikTok ban: company urges supreme court to scrap law it says would violate free speech of 170m Americans – live

Justices hear arguments after app’s Chinese-based parent company ByteDance asked justices to review caseTikTok maintains it is not controlled by the Chinese government. It’s parent company, ByteDance, is based in China, but TikTok operates separately with headquarters in Singapore and the US. TikTok says its user data in the US is handled by the company Oracle.Justice Samuel Alito asked TikTok’s lawyer if the company was owned directly by the Chinese government would he make the same arguments. Continue reading...

Society

37 minutes ago The Jellycat 'black market': How toy brand with 'cult following' has driven a surge in selling second hand that may be linked to shoplifting

The fuzzy multicoloured teddies have evoked a cult following online, with thousands of videos on TikTok revealing dizzying hauls of the toys - though Jellycat has a darker side.

Economics

2 hours ago Full list of NHS hospitals declaring critical incidents amid surge in flu cases

NHS trusts have declared critical incidents due to ‘exceptionally high demands’ in emergency departments

Sport

26 minutes ago TikTok ban: government tells supreme court Chinese government could ‘weaponize’ app at any time – live updates

Justices hear arguments after app’s Chinese-based parent company ByteDance asked justices to review caseHow would a TikTok ban in US work?TikTok maintains it is not controlled by the Chinese government. It’s parent company, ByteDance, is based in China, but TikTok operates separately with headquarters in Singapore and the US. TikTok says its user data in the US is handled by the company Oracle.Justice Samuel Alito asked TikTok’s lawyer if the company was owned directly by the Chinese government would he make the same arguments. Continue reading...

Events

4 hours ago Major BBC star to stand in for Graham Norton on TV chat show for first time

Claudia Winkleman has long been tipped as a natural successor for much-loved Graham and now she will make her debut as host by fllling in for him

Culture

7 hours ago Update your iPhone NOW: Apple releases urgent iOS 18.2.1 update with important bug fixes

If you have an iPhone, make sure to update it today as Apple releases a new software update containing 'important bug fixes'.

Technology

25 minutes ago I thought I was suffering lingering symptoms of a cold... but it was a sign of cancer

Anson Mackay, who lives in London , initially contacted his GP in January 2020 after suffering a symptom he assumed was the result of the aftermath of a cold.

Science

66 minutes ago Dr Clare Bailey Mosley 'perfect' superfood breakfast takes just minutes to make

Dr Clare Bailey Mosley is a regular face on TV and an expert in helping people to improve their wellbeing through nutrition, and her breakfast recipe is easy to make and full of protein

Politics

2 hours ago Professor Tim Spector's two tips for improving gut health and reducing inflammation

Professor Tim Spector has given his advice on what people should be eating more of to improve their gut health and reduce inflammation in the gut, with the Zoe co-founder pinpointing one food type as a must-include

Society

4 hours ago 'I tried £10 tool to stop face sagging – people can't get over my real age'

A woman stunned online commenters when she revealed her real age on TikTok – and people were delighted when she posted about how she stays looking so young

Economics

4 hours ago Rangers loan player 'set for surprise January recall' as possible replacement lined up

Red tape issue could see 22 y/o depart Ibrox

Sport

31 minutes ago Bird flu: symptoms of avian influenza and should we be worried after US reports first human death

Although rare in humans it can be serious or even deadly 🚨

Events

22 hours ago Trapped astronauts show first cracks with haunting plea from International Space Station

On Wednesday, Butch Wilmore and Sunita Williams joined fellow astronauts Nick Hague and Don Pettit at the ISS to share more details about their lives in space.

Technology

1 hour ago Nurse fired for 'bizarre' and 'disgusting' act that stunned patient and left supporters PRAYING for his health

A nurse at an Iowa hospital committed a 'bizarre' and 'unhinged' act next to a man suffering congenital heart disease in a viral video that got her fired.

Science

69 minutes ago I'm a fashion expert and went to Italy for the honeymoon of my dreams. These are my top 10 tips for packing

After lots of testing, I've discovered the ten best tips for effortless packing. Read on for my tips to make packing for your next trip as easy as possible.

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3 hours ago The fastest growing jobs in the UK include AI engineers, interpreters and tour guides

Home health aides rank second on the list of jobs on the rise in the UK

Society

9 hours ago One million NHS Scotland waiting list backlog projections branded ‘terrifying’

The analysis produced by the University of Edinburgh has revealed the full scale of what it would take to clear the Covid-19 pandemic backlog

Economics

8 hours ago Lewis Ferguson touted for Roma transfer as ex Serie A star says club 'cannot let a player like him slip away'

The midfielder has only recently extended his contract at Bologna, but is already being tipped for a move to the Italian giants

Sport

52 minutes ago Sickly Dogs: Here are the 10 breeds of adorable dog tragically predisposed most health problems

These pups can all make wonderful family pets, but they have medical issues that owners need to be aware of before welcoming them into their home.

Events

2 hours ago How to win at rock, paper, scissors: Expert reveals the simple trick that will almost guarantee you beat your friends

In a video posted to his TikTok, an expert reveals how you can use simple psychology to beat your friends at the game.

Science

76 minutes ago Ancient mosaic with Bible verse that 'blesses all who read it' discovered

Archaeologists have discovered a 1,500-year-old monastery with a colorful mosaic floor bearing a Bible verse blessing all who read it. Experts say it is one of a kind.

Politics

4 hours ago Woman's genius tip for heating up food if you have a power cut this winter

Instead of panicking next time your lights go out, be prepared with a genius tip that could make all the difference - people in hurricanes and power cuts say it really works

Society

17 hours ago Bitcoin miner refused access to landfill site to retrieve £598m hard drive, judge rules

James Howells has been fighting Newport council after his former partner accidentally took the hard drive to the rubbish tip in 2013

Economics

8 hours ago Ally Pally's first transgender player QUITS darts for a period for mental health reasons

Dutch star Noa-Lynn van Leuven, 28, made her World Championship debut last month as she lost in the opening round at Alexandra Palace to her fellow countryman Kevin Doets.

Sport

69 minutes ago Eating ready meals makes you 23 per cent more likely to die from three major killers, study shows

The study, conducted on over 400,000 Europeans who were followed for nearly 16 years, is the latest to warn about the potential dangers of eating too much ultra-processed-foods.

Events

2 hours ago Quitting vaping in 2025? Health experts advise not to give up 'cold turkey'

Expert advice from LloydsPharmacy explains how to quit vaping for good.

Science

78 minutes ago I tried ‘the best kettlebell workout’, and it was surprisingly simple yet effective in just 10 minutes

“You get sweaty, you get stronger, and you’re going to become a little bit more mobile too”

Politics

5 hours ago M&S launches new 'brain' food range to kickstart your 2025 health and wellbeing

The retailer's new 'Brain Food' and 'YAY! Mushrooms' are now available to help you prioritise your health goals this year.

Society

27 hours ago Britain's favourite meal deal combo revealed as 'gross' snack tops poll

Squeamish office workers were left with the bitter taste in their mouth by the United Kingdom's new favourite lunchtime snack - the, dreaded by some, boiled egg pot

Economics

26 hours ago Erskine school pupils preparing to face final hurdle in big mental health challenge

The pupils from Park Mains High School have been participating in The Polar Academy’s programme and are set to embark on an arctic sledge-hauling expedition to East Greenland.

Sport

85 minutes ago Rod Stewart's 'palms went cold' after receiving terrifying health diagnosis

Rod Stewart was diagnosed with thyroid cancer following a routine health check and the singer has described the moment he got the news

Events

7 hours ago Largest ever protein study set to revolutionise cancer and dementia tests

Tens of millions of pounds in investment is being provided by the group of firms which includes AstraZenecaa and Pfizer

Science

91 minutes ago Steven Bartlett looks uncomfortable as Dragons’ Den pitch mentions health misinformation

Steven Bartlett looks uncomfortable as Dragons Den hopefuls mention health misinformation

Politics

5 hours ago Spending less time on X (Twitter) has 'vastly improved my mental health', says Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy

The Cabinet minister said that reducing her time on Twitter meant she also better understood ‘what really matters to the country’

Society

28 hours ago Former DWP employee shares tips on how to protect PIP and other disability benefit payments

Essential tips for new and existing PIP, Adult Disability Payment and Attendance Allowance claimants.

Economics

95 minutes ago Traitors star Leanne Quigley reveals fiancée Sophie is cancer free in emotional post following secret health battle as she confesses devastating diagnosis 'killed them both inside'

The ex-soldier, 28, who shares two-year-old twin boys with her partner, took to Instagram with an emotional post on Thursday, with show host Claudia Winkleman quick to send her best wishes.

Events

8 hours ago Health expert issues advice to millions to get these five key check ups and vaccines

Vaccinations and routine check ups can help people stay healthy as they age

Science

2 hours ago What happens to your body after one alcoholic drink as effects are 'immediate'

With Dry January in full swing, health experts have lifted the lid on how alcohol affects the body - and how taking a break can help

Politics

7 hours ago New mystery virus leaves hundreds of adults and children bald as health officials baffled

Hundreds of people have been left bald by a mystery virus, with health officials at a loss as to what has caused it with not much in common between all 15 villages where it's been seen

Society

28 hours ago Healthy eating guru Prof Tim Spector claims following his £300 diet could treat depression and anxiety

Professor Tim Spector, who sells a £300 personalised nutrition program, said following a diet such as the one he promotes could boost mood more effectively than antidepressants.

Economics

2 hours ago Traitors star Leanne Quigley reveals fiancée Sophie is cancer free in emotional post following secret health battle as she confesses devastating diagnosis 'killed them both inside'

The ex-soldier, 28, who shares two-year-old twin boys with her partner, took to Instagram with an emotional post on Thursday, with show host Claudia Winkleman quick to send her best wishes.

Events

17 hours ago World’s largest proteins study ‘invaluable’ for understanding disease – experts

The scaled-up project is backed by a consortium of 14 pharmaceutical firms.

Science

2 hours ago People gobsmacked at woman's age after she reveals her skincare secret

A woman has gone viral on TikTok after revealing her age - but people are convinced she looks more than 20 years younger

Politics

12 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

31 hours ago Motorists given bizarre tea bag trick to avoid £2,500 fine this winter

A motoring expert has shared a surprising yet effective tip for drivers to prevent their car windows from misting up on cold winter mornings, without having to wait

Economics

2 hours ago Listen live to TikTok’s final pleas against possible ban in Supreme Court

Watch live as the US Supreme Court hears oral arguments in a bid by TikTok and its parent company, ByteDance, to block a law intended to force the sale of the app by 19 January or face a ban on national security grounds.

Events

21 hours ago Killer nurse Lucy Letby could have been stopped sooner if there had been an independent medical examiner at her hospital, ex Health Secretary Jeremy Hunt tells inquiry

Delays in appointing specialist doctors to look into deaths not investigated by a coroner in NHS hospitals meant the 'dots' were not joined up, the Hunt told the public inquiry into her crimes.

Science

2 hours ago ‘When a friend is struggling, they need an ally, not an opinion’: 11 surprising habits that can ruin friendships

Think you always know what your mate is thinking? Forever making elaborate plans together? You might be doing your friendships more harm than you realise, say these experts“It’s very British to joke and tease to show affection, but it can tip over into being unhealthy,” says the friendship coach Hannah Carmichael. Her online community, Friendshift, coaches adults to build authentic friendships and navigate social situations. “At the heart of every healthy relationship is the ability to show up fully as ourselves,” she says. Continue reading...

Politics

13 hours ago Dear Coleen: I fear a family fall out when we drive to my sister's Scots wedding

I have been driving for a decade and so has my husband, while my mum has been driving for at least 30 years, but doesn’t drive as much now due to declining health (and certainly not long distances).

Society

33 hours ago Queer Eye star Jonathan Van Ness reveals he's using weight loss jabs to regain 'control over food'

The hairstylist and Netflix star has made a candid confession about his use of weight loss drugs to tackle problems with 'impulsive' eating.

Economics

2 hours ago TikTok ban: US supreme court hears oral arguments over fate of app – live updates

Justices hear arguments after app’s Chinese-based parent company ByteDance asked justices to review caseCould Donald Trump stop the TikTok ban?Trump has filed a request with the Supreme Court to delay the implementation of a ban on TikTok until he takes office on 20 January, which the court declined to immediately act on. The president-elect’s intervention shows the significant effort by TikTok to forge inroads with Trump and his team during the presidential campaign. Continue reading...

Events

22 hours ago Doctors thought this little girl had a sickness bug, then she got a nightmare diagnosis

Amelie wants to start living life to the fullest

Science

3 hours ago Strictly's Pete Wicks 'considering huge life decision' after 'bad' health issue

The Only Way is Essex star Pete Wicks has been left considering a "huge life decision" after he noticed a change in his appearance following his stint on Strictly Come Dancing

Politics

21 hours ago Colon cancer doctor reveals surprising foods that slash risk of disease rising in young people

Dr Karen Zaghiyan, who is based out of Los Angeles, says the first item on her list are dairy products with this including whole milk, reduced fat milk, lactose free milk, yogurt, and cheese.

Society

34 hours ago Skyscanner reveals destinations for under £100 perfect for a winter break

Skyscanner's new research highlights affordable holiday destinations under £100 to combat 'indecision overwhelm', as well as offering tips from experts on avoiding planning fatigue and finding the best deals

Economics

3 hours ago What is the beef tallow trend, is it good for your skin and does it really work as skin expert warns of risks

They don’t recommend using it to combat acne 🐮

Events

23 hours ago Don't want to do Dry January? Try this alcohol expert's three simple rules for healthier drinking instead

Mindful drinking can be a year-round practice with these simple tips

Science

23 hours ago ‘Actively dangerous’: 15,000 doctors sign letter begging Senate to reject RFK Jr for health secretary

Kennedy, among other controversies, has spread misinformation about the COVID-19 vaccine

Society

3 hours ago Watch live: Outside US Supreme Court as TikTok’s final pleas against possible ban heard

Watch live as the US Supreme Court hears oral arguments in a bid by TikTok and its parent company, ByteDance, to block a law intended to force the sale of the app by 19 January or face a ban on national security grounds.

Events

25 hours ago What is HMPV? Symptoms of respiratory virus spreading in China, how it's spread and should we be worried?

The European Union is monitoring the situation 🏥

Science

4 hours ago Sleep deprivation leads to intrusive thoughts and reliving bad memories

The brain's ability to suppress such intrusive memories is contingent on obtaining restful sleep, scientists say

Politics

25 hours ago Doctors urge Brits to add 10 more grams of this key food for better health

It can help balance your diet and feel healthier this year, according to experts

Society

3 hours ago ‘The worst way of dying’: scientists urge coordinated effort to stop whales getting tangled

Experts recorded 45 entanglements off Australia’s east coast in 2024 – but believe that’s ‘the tip of the iceberg’Get our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastAt least 45 whales were entangled by fishing ropes and line on the east coast in 2024, and experts are calling for better management of fishing gear in Australia to prevent marine suffering.Dr Olaf Meynecke, a marine scientist at Griffith University, said the issue of preventing whale entanglements was “largely ignored in Australia”.Sign up for Guardian Australia’s breaking news email Continue reading...

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25 hours ago Scientists prize neutrality – that doesn’t cut it any more. In 2025, they must fully back the climate movement | Bill McGuire and Roger Hallam

With 2024 set to go down as the hottest year on record, we know that what is coming is truly horrifyingThe past 12 months have seen our world enter new territory. Last year will go down as the first time that the global average temperature exceeded 1.5C above preindustrial times over a calendar year. We could crash permanently through the 1.5C guardrail within the next five years, and shatter the 2C limit as soon as 2034. This will almost certainly result in the tipping points for collapse of the Greenland and west Antarctic ice sheets being crossed, committing us to the drowning of coastal towns and cities.In years to come, we will look back at this time and ask the same question that future generations will ask: why didn’t we stop this catastrophe?Bill McGuire is professor emeritus of geophysical and climate hazards at UCL and author of Hothouse Earth: an Inhabitant’s GuideRoger Hallam is co-founder of Extinction Rebellion, Insulate Britain and Just Stop Oil Continue reading...

Science

4 hours ago Glass a day of common fruit juice slashes fat and helps control weight

Researchers discovered drinking 12 ounces of the juice daily for a week causes positive changes in a person's health

Politics

25 hours ago Heidi Montag emotionally admits she has ‘two pairs of jeans and two shirts’ left after LA fire torched home

Montag’s husband Spencer Pratt documented the wildfire on social media as it ripped through their home in Pacific Palisades

Society

4 hours ago Warning to parents over common travel mistake they make in cold weather that could cost a child's life

Parents have been warned of a seemingly innocent but potentially deadly mistake they could make as they try to keep their child warm this winter as cold weather batters Britain.

Events

28 hours ago Scientists pinpoint exactly how long you'll live after a dementia diagnosis

Dementia is a memory and independence robbing disorder where the brain progressively gets worse at functioning over time which is now the leading cause of death in the UK.

Science

5 hours ago Kelly Osbourne sparks major health fear as she posts pic breathing through tube

Kelly Osbourne triggered a wave of concern from fans after she shared a number of snaps from a medical area breathing through a tube, amid warnings of a superflu or "Covid 2.0"

Politics

26 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

4 hours ago Urgent warning issued as major network provider plans to shutdown mobile data access

O2 is set to switch off its 3G service this year, leaving many older devices without access to the internet.

Events

28 hours ago How to tell the difference between the flu, Covid, RSV and norovirus this winter as cases soar

These are the common symptoms you should know about 🏥

Science

5 hours ago Woman loses whopping 13.5 stone after making 60p per day lifestyle change

Karen Haffernan has lost 13.5 stone since making one simple lifestyle change - she's been using the Simple app, which has helped her to remain motivated and accountable

Politics

29 hours ago Scientists blame a new weather phenomenon dubbed 'hydroclimate WHIPLASH' for California's devastating wildfires

As the LA wildfire is on track to be the most devastating blaze ever in Southern California , a timely new study identifies the cause.

Society

4 hours ago Rodrigo Bentancur health update from Ange Postecoglou after Spurs star's injury

Ange Postecoglou has given an update on Tottenham Hotspur midfielder Rodrigo Bentancur after he was stretchered off against Liverpool on Wednesday in worrying scenes

Events

29 hours ago Flu EXPLOSION: Top nurses 'never been more worried for patients' as hospital cases spike five

More than 2.3million patients visited A&E in December while ambulance teams tackled over 800,000 incidents - the highest number ever recorded in a month.

Science

5 hours ago American living in UK in stitches after US friends ask bizarre question about Brits

Lisa Dollan, an American woman living in the UK, posted a TikTok video to share the humorous questions she gets asked about Britain by her friends in America

Politics

30 hours ago Symptoms of Clive Myrie's 'drooping eye' syndrome as viewers raise health concerns

BBC News at Six presenter Clive Myrie was hit with a barrage of concern over his health on Monday night

Society

6 hours ago The Supreme Court is considering a possible TikTok ban. Here's what to know about the case

The law that could ban TikTok is coming before the Supreme Court

Events

30 hours ago South Lanarkshire University Health and Social Care Partnership appoint new associate medical director

Dr Jennifer Gibson has a "wealth of experience in primary care, cancer care, and palliative medicine".

Science

5 hours ago Digested week: put away the hot wax and don’t eat your Christmas tree | Lucy Mangan

Never trust a hippy selling pine-flavoured butter. Plus, a watch that finally explains it allThe AFSCA (Belgium’s federal agency for ensuring food supply chain safety – but of course you knew that) has been forced to issue a warning to the good people of Poirot’s homeland not to eat their Christmas trees. This is after the city of Ghent – an environmentalism hotspot in northern Flanders – posted tips on how to recycle their obsolete festive conifers into food, including using them to make pine-flavoured butter. Continue reading...

Politics

30 hours ago Four air fryer tips that can save you from potential health risks shared by TV doctor

Learn how to prevent health risks when using your air fryer.

Society

6 hours ago Alzheimer’s could be diagnosed 10 years earlier after world’s largest blood proteins study

UK based project could pave way for blood tests to detect diseases years before diagnosis

Events

30 hours ago Experts reveal the VERY common foods that hold the key to eternal youth...and could even protect you from cancer

Could tweaking your diet hold the key to eternal youth? The suggestion from recent research is that it can and even simple swaps could add as much as ten years to your life.

Science

5 hours ago Digested week: Put away the hot wax and don’t eat your Christmas tree | Lucy Mangan

Never trust a hippy selling pine-flavoured butter. Plus, a watch that finally explains it allThe AFSCA (Belgium’s federal agency for ensuring food supply chain safety – but of course you knew that) has been forced to issue a warning to the good people of Poirot’s homeland not to eat their Christmas trees. This is after the city of Ghent – an environmentalism hotspot in northern Flanders – posted tips on how to recycle their obsolete festive conifers into food, including using them to make pine-flavoured butter. Continue reading...

Politics

31 hours ago BBC Morning Live doctor's 'best thing I've done for health' as she issues advice

Dr Punam Krishan has also issued a health warning to those who experience nausea and headaches saying 'get checked'

Society

6 hours ago Scientists discover a diet that can bulletproof the gut against food poisoning

University of Cambridge researchers said eating one nutrient helped nurture beneficial bacteria that naturally live in our guts, helping protect against those might invade via contaminated food.

Events

30 hours ago Scientists drill deep into the earth's core to reveal secrets of ancient ice

A team of scientists have drilled one of the oldest ice cores yet, penetrating nearly 2 miles to Antarctic bedrock to reach ice that is at least 1.2 million years old.

Science

6 hours ago Signs of Alzheimer's and dementia noticeable in your walking style say scientists

Scientists found that analysing patient movements could accurately identify '60% of all dementia subtypes'

Politics

33 hours ago Rodrigo Bentancur posts health update as fiancee rushes to his hospital bedside after worrying mystery collapse and nine minutes of treatment on the pitch in Tottenham's win over Liverpool

Tottenham midfielder Rodrigo Bentancur has posted an update on his condition after suffering a worrying injury in his side's 1-0 win over Liverpool on Wednesday night.

Society

7 hours ago WWE legend Black Bart dies after stopping cancer treatment to 'leave it in god's hands'

Rick Harris had made the tough decision to cease chemotherapy treatment after their health insurance stopped covering the costs.

Events

31 hours ago Flu surges AGAIN: Hospital cases spike, emergency services report 'busiest winter EVER'

More than 2.3million patients visited A&E in December while ambulance teams handled over 800,000 incidents - the highest number ever recorded.

Science

6 hours ago Ronnie O’Sullivan abandons Masters snooker title defence on health grounds

Neil Robertson replaces 2024 winner at Alexandra PalaceO’Sullivan had withdrawn from Championship LeagueReigning champion Ronnie O’Sullivan has withdrawn from the upcoming Masters snooker event on medical grounds.The world No 3, who has won the competition eight times, was due to face John Higgins in the opening match on Sunday afternoon. Neil Robertson has replaced O’Sullivan in the draw for the tournament, which runs until 19 January at Alexandra Palace in London. Continue reading...

Politics

36 hours ago Love Island star's health battle sees doctors share alopecia signs to look for

Two doctors have shed light on the symptoms of a little-known health condition, after Kaz Crossley's heart-breaking experience

Society

8 hours ago Drinking coffee in the morning could reduce risk of death and heart disease, study finds

More than a thirdof those taking part were morning coffee drinkers

Events

32 hours ago HMPV virus – latest: EU monitoring cases amid soaring infections across China

Cases of the flu-like virus have spiked across northern Chinese provinces this winter

Science