84 m. ago Thousands of retail workers to get 5 per cent pay rise next month

Marks & Spencer said it will spend about £95 million on pay increases in April as the minimum wage rises across the UK

Economics

2 h. ago Nearly half of women in Africa will be obese or overweight by 2030 – study

Stigma, lack of treatment and disproportionate rise of the disease in women draws comparisons with HIV epidemicAn alarming rise in obesity in Africa has been compared with the HIV epidemic, with stigma and lack of treatment having a disproportionate impact on women.Almost half of women in Africa will be obese or overweight by the end of the decade, according to a recent study by the World Obesity Federation. Continue reading...

Politics

2 h. ago 25million to have debilitating brain condition by 2050 as cases double

The team suggests the “upward trend” is more pronounced in men

Politics

4 h. ago ‘The entire coastline will be cemented over’: the tiny Italian town set to become a dock for giant cruise ships

Only 20 miles from Italy’s capital, Isola Sacra was ignored for years but now Royal Caribbean has plans to turn it into a major new portOn a cloudy day in January, Isola Sacra, a hamlet in Fiumicino, 20 miles from Rome, does not look like a place that would attract masses of tourists. Low-rise family homes with small gardens alternate with meadows and fields and life has the sedate pace of a provincial town.An old lighthouse now lies in ruins and not far away is the darsena dei bilancioni, the beach that takes its name from the stilt houses, or bilancioni, once used for fishing. Continue reading...

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4 h. ago UK scientists develop DNA sequencing system to fight superbugs

Exclusive: Sequencing will help doctors identify bacteria that cause infections and offer effective treatments faster and more accuratelyScientists have developed a rapid DNA sequencing system to stem the rise of superbugs by identifying bacterial infections faster and more accurately.Currently, hospital labs can take as long as seven days to specify bacterial infections, while for some infections a definitive diagnosis may take eight weeks. Continue reading...

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5 h. ago Arsenal news: Star hailed as 'most exciting player in Europe' as Mikel Arteta error cited

Arsenal showed how ruthless they can be as they ripped apart PSV with Ethan Nwaneri's stock continuing to rise as he was on the scoresheet in their Champions League win

Sport

6 h. ago Prince William's heartbreaking plea after 'having enough of it' in tearful moment

Prince William's childhood was spent in the glare of the public eye, with the royal admitting he 'had enough of it' - a stance which has shaped his adamancy that his own children will enjoy a private life

Politics

7 h. ago Simple £100 microwave change that could save money as energy bills rise

Experts say there are a number of small changes people can make to cut their gas and electricity bills, with one involving the use of a microwave

Economics

7 h. ago The dresses and heels I've always worn to work are finally the height of chic, thanks to... the rise of Republican dressing

The brands she wears report surging sales. Those who design her outfits and accessories describe it as an 'honour'. No, not fashion's usual darling, the Princess of Wales, but Melania Trump.

Politics

14 h. ago First look at Bambi horror film as beloved deer warped into gruesome killer stag

Many of us grew up watching Disney's Bambi, but now the Disney character has been twisted beyond recognition in a new horror movie set on ruining your childhood forever

Events

16 h. ago Best budget hotels in Amsterdam for trendy yet affordable stays

From epic city views in swanky high-rise hotels to refurbished industrial warehouses in cool new neighbourhoods, Amsterdam’s budget-friendly options are eccentric and full of style

Politics

16 h. ago Novo Nordisk cuts Wegovy prices, following similar move by Zepbound

Makers of the popular obesity treatments Wegovy and Zepbound are cutting prices for people without insurance

Politics

16 h. ago Rent increase warning as London's housing associations unable to build enough homes

The G15 has warned rising rents, an exodus of key workers, and spiralling temporary accommodation costs are inevitable unless urgent action is taken

Events

17 h. ago Falkirk council tax could rise by up to 15.6 per cent as councillors set budget

The four proposals range from 10 per cent to 15.6 per cent, with the administration proposing a 13.69 per cent rise

Economics

17 h. ago M&S: Marks and Spencer to increase pay for 50,000 UK workers in April despite cost challenges

The retailer is boosting staff wages in the face of rising costs 💰

Economics

18 h. ago Sir Anthony Hopkins says 'I wonder how' as he speaks out about personal struggles in tell

Sir Anthony Hopkins' much-awaited memoir will hit the stands on November 4. The Hollywood legend has spoken out about his childhood in Wales, his film and stage career, and his personal struggles

Politics

19 h. ago UK drivers issued new fuel price verdict with 'better times on the horizon'

Motorists have been deemed the 'unfortunate casualties' of an oil price rise

Politics

19 h. ago How likely are you to get ill on a cruise as norovirus cases rise?

Some have branded ships as floating petri dishes – but the numbers show this is an unfair accusation

Science

20 h. ago Siena: The Rise of Painting at the National Gallery review: 'a blockbuster of a show'

This solid gold exhibition celebrates the astonishing period 1300-1350 in the Italian city of Siena, which matched opulence, spirituality and extravagance

Politics

20 h. ago How much council tax will go up for each household in Tameside

The 4.99 per cent tax rise was approved at the latest town hall meeting

Politics