3 h. ago Doctors warn of second deadly viral outbreak as cases of Victorian

Whooping cough is making a comeback in the US. There have been 8,472 cases of the vaccine-preventable disease so far this year, more than double the number from the same period last year.

Events

3 h. ago Wayne Rooney can't point to Liverpool or Manchester on a map as Carragher laughs at him

Legendary footballer Wayne Rooney must have been a real pain for his geography teacher back in his school days as displayed his ignorance with former rival Jamie Carragher laughing at him

Politics

4 h. ago Best time to mow your lawn to slash risk of 'damaged and diseased' grass

A garden expert has shared the best time of day to cut your grass to ensure a luscious lawn by summer - and it's bad news for anyone who likes to get up with the larks

Events

5 h. ago New version of London Tube map that means you could never wait for another train

A live version of the Tube map displays the real-time location of every train in London

Politics

5 h. ago 'Worrying' surge in Victorian disease resistant to antibiotics is 'ticking time bomb', expert warns

Cases of a Victorian-era lung disease continue to rise in England and experts warn its growing resistance to antibiotics is a "huge concern"

Events

8 h. ago Manchester Marathon 2025 start time, route map, road closures and more

The Manchester Marathon takes place on Sunday and here is all you need to know about the big race

Sport

9 h. ago Experts say drug commonly taken by millions can increase dementia risk 33 per cent

Doctors have warned about the risks of long-term use of the drug, which has also been linked to strokes, bone fractures and chronic kidney disease.

Events

9 h. ago Dumfries man with motor neurone disease aiming to complete Edinburgh Marathon for charity

Michael Cole will be pushed round the capital by son Andrew in a special sports wheelchair.

Politics

10 h. ago Scientist creates a brand NEW version of the London Underground map

An incredible live version of the London Underground map promises to make missing the train a thing of the past.

Politics

10 h. ago Brits doing Hajj pilgrimage told to get 'essential' jab after new cases of disease

The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) is reminding travellers to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) for Umrah and the upcoming Hajj pilgrimages to ensure they are vaccinated against meningitis

Politics

10 h. ago Santa Maria Maggiore: why Pope Francis decided ‘this is my place’ to be buried

The pontiff shunned fanfare by picking a small niche in the basilica he visited more than 100 times during his papacyAs a priest, and then cardinal, Jorge Mario Bergoglio would always call into Santa Maria Maggiore (Saint Mary Major), one of the four papal basilicas in Rome, during his regular visits to the Italian capital.The fourth-century basilica with its distinctive bell tower is perched on one of Rome’s seven ancient hills in Esquilino, a neighbourhood that lies between the Colosseum and Termini train station which during the Roman empire served as a burial ground for slaves. Continue reading...

Politics

10 h. ago UK weather map: Where mini heatwave will scorch Britain next week

56,000 people taking part in London Marathon will have to endure temperatures of 22C along the 26.2 mile course

Society

12 h. ago The symptoms to look for as whooping cough cases soar in the US

Preliminary data from the U.S. Centers of Disease Control and Prevention indicates there have been twice as many cases this year, compared to last year

Politics

12 h. ago Neurologist's stark warning over drug millions take increasing dementia risk

Neurologists have discovered that a common household drug, which has been previously linked to higher risk of stroke, broken bones and kidney disease, could increase dementia risk

Events

15 h. ago London crime hotspots revealed as capital faces ‘tidal wave’ of offending with 1,700 Met police officers and staff axed

Around 957,481 crimes were recorded across the capital in the year to December 2024

Events

16 h. ago UK weather: Exact date 'mini heatwave' will spike at 24C as maps turn orange

Balmy weather could be set to hit major UK cities like Manchester and Birmingham in just a few days - as forecasts have revealed the exact day a 'mini heatwave' will start

Society

19 h. ago Whooping cough: Victorian disease spreading like wildfire as vaccination rates fall

People are today being warned of the importance of having vaccinations for childhood illnesses with rates falling as cases of whooping cough have risen dramatically

Events

26 h. ago Whooping cough cases are rising again in the US, challenging public health departments

Preliminary data from the U.S. Centers of Disease Control and Prevention says the U.S. has seen 8,485 cases of whooping cough in 2025

Politics

26 h. ago Famous London elephant hedges face wipeout from devastating fungal disease

The four elephants in Romilly Road, Finsbury Park, have become a local tourist attraction in the 13 years since they were created - but now just two remain after being struck by honey fungus

Politics

28 h. ago Footballer who comforted Glenn Hoddle during heart attack to run London Marathon

Steve Sidwell will run the London Marathon in support of the British Heart Foundation, as well as the Motor Neurone Disease Association.

Sport