51 m. ago NHS trials ‘trailblazing’ AI and robotics technology to spot lung cancer

A new NHS pilot could see lung cancer patients diagnosed easier and faster

Technology

51 m. ago Record proportion of profit warnings sparked by policy and global upheaval – EY

The worries were cited as a leading factor for 42% of UK-based businesses cutting their outlook for annual profits last year.

Events

51 m. ago ‘Trailblazing’ NHS pilot combines AI and robotics to spot lung cancer faster

There are plans to expand lung cancer screening.

Politics

2 h. ago SHABANA MAHMOOD: My dad resorted to getting cricket bat to deter thugs

Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood has unveiled the biggest shake-up in policing in 200 years - and says it will go a long way to cutting crime in neighbourhoods in England and Wales

Politics

3 h. ago Former Citi executive sues bank over handling of sexual harassment claims

Complaint alleges ‘unrelenting and egregious sexual harassment’ by wealth chief Andy Sieg

Events

4 h. ago FTSE Russell aims to ease path for overseas groups to join City’s blue

Proposals would cut amount of shares required to trade in public hands to 10% for non-UK incorporated companies

Politics

4 h. ago Jackery Explorer 300D review: a compact power station that’s cheaper than you’d expect

Jackery’s Explorer 300D is a new breed of portable power station, stripping out bulky AC sockets in favour of efficient DC power for laptops, phones and tech on the move

Politics

6 h. ago Baby who died following botched home birth while midwives were stretched over Bank Holiday weekend was victim of 'neglect', inquest told

Pippa Gillibrand was delivered weighing 8lbs 5oz after her mother, Victoria, 33, was rushed to hospital following more than five hours of labour.

Events

7 h. ago Chilling moment predator who sexually assaulted four women GRINS as he skulks through train station hunting for victims

THIS is the chilling moment a predator who sexually assaulted four women grins as he skulks through a train station hunting for victims. Craig Anderson launched the horror attacks at Bank, Liverpool Street and Westminster underground stations as well as Redhill in Surrey. During one assault, the 38-year-old "laughed" as the victim screamed and burst...

Events

7 h. ago ‘No one knows anything’: Washington Post staffers fear major cuts

Members of foreign staff send letter to billionaire owner Jeff Bezos urging him to change courseThe Washington Post has consistently produced high-quality, news cycle-leading reporting over the first year of Donald Trump’s chaotic and unpredictable second administration. But that work has been produced under a cloud of uncertainty and rumors of widespread job cuts.Those long-rumored cuts now appear to be close, with staffers expecting the ax to drop in early February – though nothing is certain. Inside the Post, staffers have tossed around estimates of potential cuts, with most exceeding 100, which would represent more than 10% of the newsroom – but no one really knows how widespread the cuts will be – or in fact if they will happen at all. The sections most likely to be affected by the cuts include sports, metro and foreign, according to staffers who spoke with the Guardian. Continue reading...

Politics

8 h. ago More than 700,000 without power, 4,000 flights canceled, 25 dead as America starts to dig out from massive snow storm

Live data showed that Texas, Louisiana, Mississippi and Tennessee were worst-affected by electricity cuts, while Boston Logan International has so far been the worst-hit airport, with 298 flights canceled on Monday. The death toll now stands at 25.

Events

8 h. ago Goodbye Red Robin: Burger restaurant to permanently close several locations across the country

The burger chain previously announced plans to axe 70 restaurants in a desperate cost-cutting measure known as ‘Operation North Star’

Society

8 h. ago US Treasury Department ends contracts with Booz Allen Hamilton after Trump tax leak

The U.S. Treasury Department has cut contracts with Booz Allen Hamilton after a former contractor leaked tax information about wealthy individuals, including Donald Trump

Politics

8 h. ago Gold price jumps above $5,000 an ounce for first time amid Trump turmoil

Investors seek safe haven in precious metal, while Japan’s government spooks money markets with tax-cuts pledgeThe price of gold has jumped above $5,000 an ounce for the first time as Donald Trump’s chaotic policies and proclamations drive more investors to seek safe harbour in the precious metal.Gold reached a record high of $5,100 (£3,723) on Monday morning, before easing back to settle up 2.2% at $5,091. Continue reading...

Politics

8 h. ago Bank of London Reports Loss as Regulatory Oversight Continues

Bank of London Reports Loss as Regulatory Oversight Continues  PYMNTS.com

Economics

8 h. ago These are the 457 British troops who died in Afghanistan — Trump’s claims cannot rewrite their sacrifice

They are remembered not as a statistic, but as 457 lives cut short on the front lines of Afghanistan.

Politics

9 h. ago 'Sturdy' steamer that is 'perfect for travel' gets 39% cut in limited time deal

Shoppers have praised this steamer do getting pesky creases out of clothes while travelling or at home.

Economics

9 h. ago More than 700,000 without power and 4,000 flights canceled as America starts to dig out from massive snow storm

Live data showed that Texas, Louisiana, Mississippi and Tennessee were worst-affected by electricity cuts, while Boston Logan International has so far been the worst-hit airport, with 298 flights canceled on Monday

Events

9 h. ago Former soldier, 55, stole over £28,000 from his elderly mother and spent it on Lego

Martyn Walker, 55, is thought to have splashed out thousands of pounds from his dementia-ridden mother's bank accounts on building up his huge hoard of building blocks.

Economics

9 h. ago Supermarket selling bags of potatoes for 37p in latest price cuts

Other products have also been heavily reduced

Economics