2 h. ago Patients wrongly diagnosed with diabetes and put on unnecessary medication after 55,000 NHS blood test blunders

At least 55,000 people will need further tests after errors were found in machines used to diagnose the condition.

Science

5 h. ago Millions of UK iPhone and Android users at risk of emergency alert scam this weekend

The Government is set to blast an emergency alert through everyone's phones at 3pm on Sunday, 7 September - but cybersecurity experts are warning that hackers are planning to use the test to trick people

Events

5 h. ago Emergency Alert test on phones latest as we confirm full list of people who won't receive it

A national test of the Emergency Alert system will take place this Sunday, September 7, but a few devices may not receive the alert.

Events

6 h. ago Five things you should know about the Emergency Alert test this weekend

The UK's Emergency Alert system is being tested this weekend - here's some things you should know

Events

7 h. ago 9 best toasters, tried and tested with sourdough, bagels and crumpets

Breakfast is the most important meal of the day, so, start yours with one of these top toasters

Politics

8 h. ago All the people who won't get Emergency Alert on their phones this weekend

Smartphones across the country this Sunday are set to blare a siren as the government tests an emergency alert system to prepare for actual threats to life, but not all phones will receive it

Events

9 h. ago At least 55,000 people need more blood tests after machine errors for diabetes

Up to 10% of NHS laboratories in England are affected by the errors, NHS England said.

Events

9 h. ago Boxer tells of ‘heartbreak’ as late sex tests see her barred from World Amateur Championships

Nigeria’s Blessing Oraekwe apparently missed a deadline for a new genetic sex test

Sport

9 h. ago Best electric blankets and heated throws to keep you warm and toasty, tried and tested

These cost-effective electric blankets make for cosier nights

Events

10 h. ago People who will not get Emergency Alert on their mobile this weekend

A national test of the Emergency Alert system is taking place on Sunday, September 7, with a siren and vibration lasting around ten seconds, or until the user switches the alert off

Events

11 h. ago Anger as NHS may have wrongly diagnosed thousands of people with Type 2 diabetes

NHS says at least 55,000 people will need further blood tests after errors were discovered at one in ten NHS labs in England as national clinical director Dr Clare Hambling called it "worrying"

Science

13 h. ago Breakthrough test could spot deadly motor neurone disease years before symptoms appear

A simple blood test can tell which patients will develop devastating motor neuron disease a decade before symptoms appear, a groundbreaking study has revealed.

Events

13 h. ago Katie Price shares new cancer fears as star undergoes tests after weight loss

Katie Price has shared her cancer fears after she discovered a lump in her finger 23 years after she was diagnosed with a rare form of the disease.

Economics

13 h. ago Autumn trends making a comeback including the return of flared jeans and double denim

A study has disclosed the autumn fashion trends that have stood the test of time including the return of flared jeans.

Politics

13 h. ago Error means 55,000 patients require diabetes retests after potential misdiagnoses

More than 55,000 patients may require new blood tests to receive an accurate blood glucose reading

Science

13 h. ago Scotland first part of the UK to screen babies for ‘devastating’ rare condition

From early 2026 it is expected babies born in Scotland will be routinely tested for Spinal Muscular Atrophy.

Politics

13 h. ago Last chance to prepare for emergency alert before test sounds this weekend

The siren system will be tested for a second time

Events

14 h. ago 3 major Scotland selection dilemmas facing Steve Clarke as road to World Cup starts with huge Denmark test

The Dark Blues begin their quest to join the global superstars on the biggest stage in world football

Politics

15 h. ago Daily Star pub quiz: Test your knowledge with these 20 tricky questions!

How many fiendishly-fun questions will you get right in this week's pub quiz? There’s only one way to find out!

Politics

15 h. ago Katie Price shares cancer fears 23 years after first diagnosis as she undergoes tests amid weight loss

The former glamour model, 47, was 24 years old when she was first diagnosed with a rare form of the disease

Economics