55 m. ago ‘It could be a shoe or a stick’: Sajid Javid on being beaten by his father, petty crime – and turning his life around

As a young teenager, Javid and his brother were caught stealing from slot machines, arrested and held in a cell. His future hung in the balance. How did he get from there to the top of UK politics?In 2019, when Sajid Javid was home secretary, he spoke about growing up on “the most dangerous street in Britain” and said how easy it would have been to fall into a life of crime. Fortunately, he said, he managed to avoid trouble. But it turns out that Javid was being a little economical with the truth. He did get into trouble. Serious trouble.Now 56, he has just published his childhood memoir, The Colour of Home. It’s crammed with incident – arranged marriages, savage beatings and boys behaving badly. I think there’s one key moment in your story, I tell him. “What, just one?” he hoots. Javid is not lacking for confidence. Continue reading...

Events

85 m. ago Russell Grant's horoscopes as Pisces told payment will bring sense of relief

Today's star signs as Cancer urged to follow instincts to uncover the truth.

Science

85 m. ago One hundred days to go to the Holyrood election as Labour urges Scots to 'save' NHS

Holyrood's political parties have laid out their priorities ahead of the pivotal election in May.

Politics

1 hour ago DWP tells pensioners 'check' as thousands owed average £8,300

HMRC says some people have failed to claim the cash because they 'didn't believe it was genuine'

Economics

2 h. ago Vascular surgeon urges all travellers to avoid 1 dangerous mistake before flight

A board-certified vascular surgeon has revealed the one mistake a lot of people keep making when they're travelling on a plane and it's crucial for their health

Transport

5 h. ago London nightlife: Sadiq Khan urged to protect pubs and clubs facing noise complaints

London nightlife: Sadiq Khan urged to protect pubs and clubs facing noise complaints  standard.co.uk

Society

5 h. ago London nightlife: Sadiq Khan urged to protect pubs and clubs facing closure due to noise complaints

Mayor to spend £300,000 on new nightlife commission after being told not to appoint new ‘night czar’ to replace Amy Lame

Society

5 h. ago Britain’s ‘poorest still getting poorer’ as Labour urged to act on ‘record high’ levels of poverty

Poverty will remain stuck at a high level without change, researchers warn

Politics

5 h. ago Sky Sports star Hayley McQueen calls for action after Man Utd ace dad’s death linked to heading ball

SKY sports presenter Hayley McQueen has urged football bosses to act after a coroner ruled heading the ball was a factor in her dad’s death. Centre-half Gordon made the manoeuvre thousands of times in his 15-year career for Man United and Leeds United. Ten years before his death, at 70, in Hutton Rudby, North Yorks,...

Politics

6 h. ago Scientists may have found key to treating hidden cancer growths

Researchers say the findings offer a promising way to improve existing cancer therapies as well as develop new ones

Science

6 h. ago French giants ‘submit loan with obligation to buy offer for key Rangers star’

RANGERS have reportedly faced fresh attempts to lure Djeidi Gassama away from Ibrox. The 22-year-old has blown hot and cold this season with seven goals in 39 appearances. His latest strike was a signature effort as he took a quality first touch before shifting the ball on to his right foot and curling a stunning...

Politics

7 h. ago Celtic fans group turn up pressure on Michael Nicholson listing EIGHT key failures as they call for his removal

Celtic chief executive Michael Nicholson is facing fresh calls to quit. A fans' group is ramping up the pressure on Nicholson, identifying what they see as EIGHT key failures. Supporters and the board have been at loggerheads for months over the way the club is being run. There has primarily been a frustration about the...

Events

8 h. ago Mamdani urges New Yorkers to read Heated Rivalry during winter storm

Heated Rivalry has gained a high-profile fan — Zohran Mamdani.

Events

8 h. ago Jamie Carragher identifies key Arsenal problem after Gunners stumble in Premier League title pursuit

Gunners were beaten at home for first time this season at the weekend

Politics

8 h. ago Sepp Blatter suggests fans boycott 2026 World Cup over security concerns

The former Fifa president posted in support of a lawyer who has urged fans to avoid this summer’s World Cup

Events

8 h. ago My sciatica is stopping me driving even with morphine – what’s next?

UNTIL March, there is not enough sunlight for our bodies to make sufficient vitamin D. This vital hormone supports bone health, mood and immune function. A study led by the University of Surrey this month found a correlation between vitamin D deficiency and the risk of hospital admission for respiratory infections such as flu. People...

Politics

8 h. ago Lord Sugar reveals BBC 'bans him' from talking about one key subject

The Apprentice boss Lord Sugar has revealed being a star on one of the BBC's biggest shows comes with strict rules – and there is one particular subject he's not allowed to discuss

Politics

9 h. ago Check Out Photos From London's Jo—The Little Women Musical in Concert

Check Out Photos From London's Jo—The Little Women Musical in Concert  Playbill

Culture

9 h. ago Texas Gov. Abbott warns ICE 'losing respect' as Minneapolis shooting scandal rocks Trump

Texas Governor Greg Abbott has urged the Trump administration to 'recalibrate' ICE and warned that the agency is losing respect after the Minneapolis shooting.

Events

9 h. ago Watchdog gives key update after two major brands issue recalls over baby formula

The contaminations originated from a shared third-party ingredient supplier, the Food Standards Agency said

Politics