24 h. ago Financial experts urge families to start planning Christmas spending now to avoid debt

On average, it has taken 16.5 weeks - until the last week of April - for people to clear festive debt.

Economics

3 d. ago Care company urges families to watch for signs that elderly parents may need support

Ahead of the Easter weekend, a care business is urging families to watch out for signs their elderly loved one might need extra help.

Society

3 d. ago Marvel legend Stan Lee’s daughter denies elder abuse: ‘I never ever touched my parents’

JC Lee, now 75, was accused of attacking her wealthy parents in 2018

Events

3 d. ago Signs of depression and anxiety in children that 'look like normal behaviour'

It's hard to know if your child is struggling mentally, but there are some red flag signs to watch out for.

Politics

7 d. ago You can afford a couple more of those now, Mo! Mohamed Salah shows off £725,000 watch at his Liverpool new £50m contract signing presentation

On Friday, Liverpool confirmed that Mohamed Salah had put pen to paper on a new contract until 2027 worth £380,000-per-week, ending the dramatic saga surrounding his future.

Economics

7 d. ago You can afford a couple more of those now, Mo! Mohamed Salah shows off £725,000 watch at his Liverpool new £40m contract signing presentation

On Friday, Liverpool confirmed that Mohamed Salah had put pen to paper on a new contract until 2027 worth £350,000-per-week, ending the dramatic saga surrounding his future.

Economics

7 d. ago Early cancer signs and symptoms you should watch for – according to NHS doctor

An NHS doctor has warned that there are some 'unexplained' early symptoms of cancer that you should be aware of, encouraging people to speak to their GP if they're concerned

Science

1 week ago ‘HillmanTok’: how The Cosby Show inspired resistance to Trump’s war on Black education

Inspired by the university setting of A Different World, the world’s first crowd-sourced HBCU is expanding onlineIn 1987, the Cosby Show spinoff A Different World made its US TV debut and followed the elder child, Denise Huxtable (Lisa Bonet), as she studied at her parents’ alma mater. The fictional historically Black college (or HBCU), Hillman, would go on to become a byword for Black excellence. “The influence of kids wanting to go to school, period, I think is very powerful,” one of the stars of the series, Jasmine Guy, said while touring HBCU campuses with her former castmates in 2024, 35 years after the sitcom ended. “Because they could see themselves there.”Hillman College is credited with driving record levels of enrollment at actual HBCUs in the 1980s and 90s, and remains a source of inspiration for Black creatives to this day. The actor-screenwriter Lena Waithe had the fabled campus in mind when she launched her production company, Hillman Grad. “I want to call it something...

Politics

2 w. ago Three dangerous signs to watch for as parents warned over Easter treat

A first aid expert has warned parents to avoid giving the sweets to young children this year

Events

2 w. ago Hostage families urge Keir Starmer to take ‘bold steps’ in helping to end war

Two British families of Israeli hostages have written to the Prime Minister asking for ‘diplomacy’ and ‘bold steps’ to help end the war in Gaza.

Events

2 w. ago Families urged to claim up to £200 for school essentials before applications close

Thousands of eligible families are yet to claim

Economics

3 w. ago 8 signs your house is currently under watch and is a target for a burglary

According to a security expert, there are eight markings you need to be watchful of, which burglars use to mark a targeted property.

Society

3 w. ago Woman left struggling to pay rent after pioneering hair care company stopped paying employees’ wages

Bashirat Ademeyo, who is on leave to remain in the UK, is not able to access housing or employment support benefits

Society

3 w. ago As DJ Chris Stark reveals he has testicular cancer – 4 signs to watch out for

Lisa Salmon speaks to a doctor, a bereaved mum and a testicular cancer survivor about the disease.

Politics

3 w. ago UK experts urge prioritising research into 24 types of deadly pathogen families

UK Health Security Agency’s tool highlights viruses and bacteria, many not yet seen in the country, that could pose biosecurity riskDeadly disease-causing organisms from pathogen families that include bird flu, plague and Ebola pose a threat to health in the UK and should be prioritised for research, government experts have said.The first tool of its kind from the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) lists 24 types of viruses and bacteria where a lack of vaccines, tests and treatment, changes due to the climate crisis or growing drug resistance pose a biosecurity risk. Continue reading...

Events

3 w. ago Israel strikes southern Lebanon and Gaza amid calls for halt to ‘endless war’

One killed and seven wounded in attack as freed hostages and families of those still held in Gaza urge end to fightingIsrael carried out a strike in Tyre, south Lebanon, on Saturday, killing one and wounding seven people and endangering the shaky truce that ended a year-long conflict against Hezbollah, as 40 survivors of Hamas captivity called on the Israeli government to halt the “endless war”.The strike on a building came after Israel carried out dozens of airstrikes in Lebanon on Saturday, its most intense aerial assault on the country in four months. In total, six people were killed, including a child, and 28 injured, according to Lebanon’s health ministry. Continue reading...

Events

4 w. ago Families urged to check this one passport detail to avoid travel disaster

There's plenty to be thinking about when getting ready for your next family trip away including shopping, packing and planning so don't let passport drama and mistakes take up any precious room

Events

4 w. ago Tired all the time? Expert reveals the surprising giveaway that your fatigue is something serious

A GP has warned those who often find themselves exhausted to watch out for two, red flag signs that could indicate an underlying, debilitating illness.

Politics