78 minutes ago Incredible unseen Dubai neighbourhood completely overlooked by Brit tourists

Forget Dubai's glittering towers, pristine reputation and rich persona - the city's anchor is far more humbling and brimming with charm and culture.

Politics

11 hours ago AI tools used for child sexual abuse images targeted in Home Office crackdown

UK will be first country to bring in tough new laws to tackle the technology behind the creation of abusive material Britain is to become the first country to introduce laws tackling the use of AI tools to produce child sexual abuse images, amid warnings from law enforcement agencies of an ­alarming proliferation in such use of the technology.In an attempt to close a legal ­loophole that has been a major ­concern for police and online safety campaigners, it will become illegal to possess, create or distribute AI tools designed to generate child sexual abuse material. Continue reading...

Society

1 hour ago Vet shares one dangerous plant dog owners should avoid at all costs on walks

Dog owners are being warned to be on the lookout for a dangerous plant that can threaten pets during walks - and there's one sign to watch out for that means your dog could be in danger

Economics

11 hours ago Curtis Pritchard's ex brands Love Island star 'game player' as she reveals split 'trauma'

Curtis Pritchard broke up with Sophie Sheridan before entering the Love Island: All Stars villa, and she claims he's only 'acting like the good guy' while being very different behind the scenes

Sport

44 minutes ago Tories warn Keir Starmer cosying up to the EU in his Brexit 'reset' risks dragging Britain into Donald Trump's trade war

The US President has announced sweeping new tariffs on all goods imported into America from China, Mexico and Canada.

Events

26 hours ago The holiday destination tipped to replace the Canary Islands a direct flight from Manchester Airport

It was recently named Africa's most-visited country and offers 'high-quality accommodation at lower prices'

Transport

1 hour ago Scientists discover use for muscles long thought to have no purpose in humans

Muscle’s activity may provide objective measure of listening effort, scientists say

Politics

13 hours ago Keir Starmer is urged to axe Yvette Cooper as Home Secretary amid No10 anger at 'timid' approach to Islamist terror

Tensions have risen in the fallout from the Southport murders, with No 10 understood to be frustrated the Home Office has shied away from focusing on Islamist violence.

Society

2 hours ago UK TV Licence horror as £1k costs predicted for streamers in proposed changes

The proposed BBC TV Licence fee rule change to include those exclusively watching non-live content across streaming sites could double TV bill costs across the UK, an expert's warned.

Economics

3 hours ago As crews clean up from LA wildfires, some residents are furious over hazardous waste

As crews work to clean up from the Los Angeles wildfires, city officials and residents are opposing the designation of a federally owned park to process hazardous waste

Events

26 hours ago The island ‘like the Caribbean’ that’s 25C in February and a £123 flight from Manchester Airport

It has white sandy beaches and clear, turquoise waters

Transport

2 hours ago Emmanuel Macron’s got a point: Why shouldn’t we charge tourists to see our treasures? Catherine Bennett

The Louvre’s proposed two-tier fees are a better way to fund museums than iffy corporate sponsorship dealsIntroducing, five years on, another Brexit bonus: the chance to support the renovation of the Louvre. President Emmanuel Macron has proposed paying for the “renaissance” of the Paris museum, in part, by increasing entrance fees for visitors from outside the EU.After some initial attempts to represent this as a direct insult – “Brits will be forced to pay more than EU residents” (the Mail) – even the rabidly pro-Brexit press appears to have accepted that the scheme applies globally, to all non-EU visitors: an exceptionally cunning way of Brit-targeting, even for the French. Continue reading...

Politics

16 hours ago Parents of Ellen Greenberg, teacher stabbed to death in 2011, can take Philadelphia city officials to trial for emotional distress, judge rules

The 27-year-old’s 2011 death was first ruled a suicide, then changed to homicide, and then back to suicide

Society

2 hours ago World's highest £3.3bn train line where oxygen masks are handed to passengers

Passengers on the world's highest train line rave about the stunning mountain views, but say the altitude sickness is horrendous. At just £2 for a standard hard seat ticket, would you dare hop on board?

Economics

4 hours ago Pasadena school shooting: Elderly gunman opens fire during band competition, one injured

An 81-year-old man opened fire at a band event at Pasadena Memorial High School on Saturday evening, shooting one person, according to a Pasadena ISD official

Events

29 hours ago Tiny UK airport flying to Spanish island and 5 other destinations in 2025

Originally designed as an RAF base in the Second World War, Humberside Airport has added a popular Spanish island to its offerings this year - along with its regular routes

Transport

2 hours ago Alison Hammond heartbroken over family loss amid 'tough' times with teen son

Their bond as they embark on travel show Florida Unnpacked is abundantly clear and as Alison Hammond reveals, her son has been through every high and low with her

Politics

21 hours ago A man stalked a professor for six years. Then he used AI chatbots to lure strangers to her home

James Florence, 36, agreed to plead guilty after using victim’s information to guide chatbots in impersonationA man from Massachusetts has agreed to plead guilty to a seven-year cyberstalking campaign that included using artificial intelligence (AI) chatbots to impersonate a university professor and invite men online to her home address for sex.James Florence, 36, used platforms such as Crushon.ai and JanitorAI, which allow users to design their own chatbots and direct them how to respond to other users during chats, including in sexually suggestive and explicit ways, according to court documents seen by the Guardian. The victim’s identity has been kept confidential by law enforcement officials. Continue reading...

Society

7 hours ago Cocaine dealer who 'thought he was untouchable' ordered to pay back £4,000

Harry Cook, 29, denied a sporty Seat car containing the coke was his - but he had been caught on CCTV driving the vehicle into a hotel car park where officers found it

Economics

4 hours ago Bathroom warning as skipping one common routine could raise dementia risk

Study participants with a type of bacteria associated with gum disease were more likely to suffer some form of cognitive impairment.

Events

2 hours ago Kate Middleton's top priority in cancer journey made clear on emotional visit

The Princess of Wales made a major appearance in Wales this week - and a leading royal expert has explained why the visit made her priorities very clear

Politics

26 hours ago Bizarre health effect experienced by man who's lived on cruise ships for 25 years

Mario Salcedo recently clocked up his 1,000th voyage with Royal Caribbean and is known as 'Super Mario' in cruise circles.

Society

8 hours ago Care providers set to descend on Westminster next month to demand Government plug '£2billion funding shortfall' following Autumn Budget

Nearly 3,000 in the sector united for the first time to warn that Labour 's policies had left adult social care on the brink of collapse and in need of at least £2 billion in immediate aid.

Economics

5 hours ago Inside the 'Maldives of Europe' with white sandy beaches and clear waters

This European village gives travellers to option to fly and flop, or explore the beautiful surroundings for a fraction of the price.

Events

3 hours ago ScotRail: Huge opportunity to 'lock in' Oasis fans to use trains more after Taylor Swift success

Fans travelling to big events by train have increased by nearly 60 per cent since 2018

Politics

32 hours ago Foreign Office's full list of forbidden countries Brit tourists must avoid

Warnings against travelling to certain countries have been announced by the UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) to British nationals.

Society

17 hours ago Britain hands £67m Brexit contract to firm at centre of Post Office IT scandal

Exclusive: Lord Arbuthnot, who campaigned for wrongly convicted sub postmasters, said it sent the message the country ‘doesn’t care about the unethical behaviour shown by Fujitsu’

Economics

6 hours ago Inside terrifying island where animal's bite can melt human flesh in seconds

An island off the coast of Brazil is home to a deadly and critically endangered creature whose bite causes rapid tissue death, internal bleeding and kidney failure in humans

Events

3 hours ago Calder’s Cancellation Challenge: airlines with the best and the worst cancel culture

The Man Who Pays His Way: Rapidly losing patience with airlines that ground flights and make passengers foot the bill

Politics

18 hours ago Support letter for RFK Jr’s confirmation includes signatures of doctors with suspended or revoked licenses

Meant to lend credibility to his nomination to head HHS, the letter is signed by some doctors disciplined for not following Covid guidelinesA letter submitted to the US Senate that states it was sent by physicians in support of Robert F Kennedy Jr’s nomination as secretary of health and human services includes the names of doctors who have had their licenses revoked or suspended, or who have faced other disciplinary actions, the Associated Press has found.The letter was meant to lend credibility to Kennedy’s nomination, which has faced strenuous opposition from medical experts due to his two decades of anti-vaccine activism. Republican senator Bill Cassidy of Louisiana, a medical doctor who boasts on his official website of an effort he created to vaccinate 36,000 children against hepatitis B, expressed hesitancy about Kennedy’s nomination and is seen as a key vote. Continue reading...

Economics

6 hours ago Selena Gomez fans slam White House over 'grossly inappropriate' video attacking singer

The official White House account released a video attacking Selena Gomez after she posted a video of herself crying over the deportation of Mexican immigrants

Events

3 hours ago Incredible UK seaside town with pretty beach is surrounded by countryside

An underrated coastal town has dramatic scenery shaped by the Jurassic Coast, breathtaking countryside and nature reserves with an abundance of wildlife within walking distance

Politics

22 hours ago Alcohol prices go up TODAY as swingeing new tax rises come into effect

Consumers are being warned to expect the substantial price increase as a new system to tax wines and spirits based on strength is to be introduced.

Economics

7 hours ago Why thousands of young Britons are at risk from the aggressive form of cancer that hit TV royal expert Katie Nicholl

Thousands of young and seemingly healthy Britons are at risk of a once-rare form of aggressive liver cancer because GPs are unaware of how to detect it, a new campaign has warned.

Events

4 hours ago Liverpool transfer news: Mo Salah handed transfer message as Reds look to anger Man Utd

Arne Slot's Liverpool claimed another important win on Saturday, getting the better of Bournemouth, but questions remain over their potential transfer activity in the coming days

Politics

24 hours ago Alcohol prices go up TODAY with 54p on a bottle of wine and 32p on gin as swingeing new tax rises come into effect

Consumers are being warned to expect the substantial price increase as a new system to tax wines and spirits based on strength is to be introduced.

Economics

8 hours ago City of Bath could be under water from 'extreme' storms if flooding defences are not improved, Government sources warn

Ministers are set to reveal a range of flood defence measures as they try to combat the devastating impact of intense storms, which threaten the city in Somerset and other historic sites.

Events

5 hours ago The stunning farmhouse in Wales once owned by King Charles that you could soon be able to visit

The Carmarthenshire cottage was the King's first Welsh home before he gave it up in 2023 and now it is set to open to the public

Politics

27 hours ago How slow tourism visitors have proven a £1m goldmine for Scottish Highland communities

The growing movement of ‘slow tourism’ offers a counterbalance to ‘overtourism’ in Scotland

Economics

10 hours ago Almost 50,000 remain without power on island of Ireland after Storm Eowyn

Engineers working to restore supply are being supported by counterparts from Great Britain and Europe.

Events

5 hours ago The colourful town in Wales residents and visitors love that's got two big problems

Llandeilo boasts independent businesses, a buzzing community and amazing views - but there is some local concern

Politics

33 hours ago UK airports update on when new £60m security scanners will cut queues for good

Boris Johnson vowed the liquid limits at airport security would be lifted by 2022 but three years later, and many UK airports still haven't rolled them out.

Economics

11 hours ago Mikel Arteta sends Arsenal squad warning over two heated Erling Haaland incidents

Manchester City striker told Mikel Arteta to "stay humble" after the Premier League champions snatched a late point against 10-man Arsenal at the Etihad Stadium back in September

Events

6 hours ago Canada and Mexico hit back after Trump signs order for punishing tariffs

Justin Trudeau, Canada’s prime minister, announces tit-for-tat 25% tariffs and warns of impeded access to ‘vital goods critical to US security’The leaders of Canada and Mexico have hit back after Donald Trump signed an order authorizing dramatic tariffs on their goods, along with imports from China.Canada’s prime minister, Justin Trudeau, on Saturday night made a televised address announcing concrete measures including a tit-for-tat 25% tariff phased in across $155bn worth of American products. Trudeau said Trump had put US consumers’ and industries’ access to much-needed Canadian critical minerals and resources including oil, energy and timber under threat, and promised to work with Canada’s provinces to review dealings with the United States. Continue reading...

Politics

11 hours ago German cockroaches are invading Brit homes with 'no way' of ever getting rid of them

Pest experts are providing warnings about cockroach infestations. Here they tell us what can be done in the case of roaches taking over ones home

Events

7 hours ago World's smallest airport is so tiny pilots need special training to land

This tiny airport, flanked by rugged mountains, only has a runway spanning 400-metres which means pilots need special permission to land.

Politics

7 hours ago Disruption to Barclays services likely to continue for a THIRD DAY after technology issues wreak havoc

Barclays has warned that some people may see an outdated balance, and payments made or received may not show following the initial outage on Friday, three days ago.

Politics

13 hours ago Ricky Gervais warns PM Starmer to get a move on over sick 'hunting trophies' ban

The comedian has urged the Labour Government to set a date to finally ban trophy hunting in Britain. Gervais has garnered widespread support from colleagues the likes of Dame Judi Dench, Ozzy Osborne and more

Events

8 hours ago 'Government contractor' charged under the Official Secrets Act with disclosing sensitive intelligence documents appears in court

Juan Joseph, 42, is accused of using his position to access security documents and then leaking them, according to counter-terrorism detectives.

Politics

14 hours ago Prison bosses urgent warning of drone jail breaks as they may soon lift inmates out

Prison bosses have revealed they are worried about the very possible prospect of drones being used to lift inmates up and out of jail. They are already being used to deliver drugs into cells

Events

9 hours ago Princess of Wales makes emotional plea for a 'more compassionate, united Britain'

The Princess, 43, warns that modern life can leave some people isolated and vulnerable, which can lead to poor mental health, abuse and addiction, amid her initiative to create a happier society.

Politics

14 hours ago DC plane crash latest in series of US army helicopter training accidents

Aviation experts say piloting Black Hawk helicopters is a complex challenge but army defends training operationsIn March 2023, two US army Black Hawk helicopters collided and crashed into a Kentucky farmer’s field after a nighttime evacuation training mission, killing nine service members.That crash was among a dozen fatal crashes during army Black Hawk training missions since 2014 that claimed the lives of 47 service members and in April 2023 helped prompt Pentagon officials to temporarily ground and provide more training to all army aviators not involved in critical missions. Continue reading...

Events

9 hours ago Disruption to Barclays services likely to continue following IT issues

The bank has warned some people may see an outdated balance, and payments made or received may not show following the initial IT outage on Friday.

Politics

14 hours ago Well, beat us on the bottom with a Woman's Weekly! ITVX slaps content warning on Victoria Wood's 'Let's Do It' because lyrics 'may offend modern audiences'

The Ballad of Barry and Freda, first performed by the late comedienne on her sketch show in 1986, now has lyrics which are considered so risqué that ITVX bosses have added a 'may offend' warning.

Events

11 hours ago Britain could rejoin Brussels' Net Zero climate scheme as part of Keir Starmer's moves to 'reset' Brexit, sources say

UK officials in the Cabinet Office dubbed 'The Surrender Unit' are also discussing entering the Euro-Mediterranean Free Trade Area, in what Rachel Reeves' hopes will stimulate the economy.

Politics

14 hours ago Armed police car chase in Wimbledon sees wanted fugitive caught at last after going on the run across the country

Metropolitan Police officers pursued a stolen vehicle in Wimbledon after an alert by Cambridgeshire Constabulary. The vehicle was chased briefly before crashing in the south London borough.

Events

11 hours ago NICOLA HORLICK: How do I tell the office slacker to buck her ideas up?

I have been making hints on how she could raise her game, but I suspect that I am not getting through because there's a language barrier.

Politics

14 hours ago ‘I’ll see you in a year’: the Australian women over 60 hitting the road solo

A growing number of older women are taking up the nomadic lifestyle, challenging traditional views of ageing. While grey nomad stereotypes persist, many say it’s the best decision they ever madeSign up for the Rural Network email newsletterSeven years ago, Robyn Drayton stood out the front of her home in Newcastle, north of Sydney, and felt overwhelmed with a desire to get out.“Something came over me. I just burst into tears,” Drayton, now 63, says. “I’d done a lot of travelling overseas and had a caravan and knew it was time.Sign up to receive Guardian Australia’s fortnightly Rural Network email newsletter Continue reading...

Events

11 hours ago The sticking power of friendship: How a bit between friends became a massively successful Instagram account

Logan Jugler and Boone Hogg run the sensational Instagram account that takes submissions from around the globe

Politics

15 hours ago Arne Slot confirms big Liverpool injury worry ahead of Tottenham showdown in Carabao Cup semi

Reds must turn things around when Spurs visit Anfield on Thursday

Events