9 m. ago Alien worlds may not necessarily need water for life, scientists find: ‘We just opened a Pandora’s box’

Salts in liquid form could host life on alien worlds, researchers suspect

Politics

18 m. ago Joy and relief for NI students as hard work pays off on results day

Students have been speaking of their plans after receiving A-levels results.

Economics

30 m. ago Labour fails to rule out annual tuition fee rise to stop universities going bust

It comes less than a year after Bridget Phillipson announced that university tuition fees will increase in England for the first time in eight years

Events

31 m. ago Plans lodged to subdivide former Debenhams store in Ayr to make way for three new retail units

The department store has remained vacant since Debenhams fell into administration in December 2020.

Politics

32 m. ago Many drivers to be hit with new £18 charge in traffic crackdown

The charge is increasing, and many drivers currently exempt will have to pay it from later in 2025

Economics

33 m. ago US medical journal rejects call from RFK Jr to retract vaccine study

Health secretary claimed that study, showing safety of aluminum ingredients in vaccines to be safe, was flawedAn influential US medical journal is rejecting a call from the secretary of the Department of Health and Human Services, Robert F Kennedy Jr, to retract a large Danish study that found that aluminum ingredients in vaccines do not increase health risks for children, the journal’s editor told Reuters.Kennedy has long promoted doubts about vaccines’ safety and efficacy, and as health secretary has upended the federal government’s process for recommending immunization. A recent media report said he has been considering whether to initiate a review of shots that contain aluminum, which he says are linked to autoimmune diseases and allergies. Continue reading...

Politics

37 m. ago Price of 'King Kong' fat jab Mounjaro will almost triple from September adding a potential £2,704 a year to the cost of the drug

Manufacturer Lilly has announced plans to hike the amount it charges private providers in the UK to bring it into line with 'other developed countries'.

Economics

38 m. ago Terrifying moment Boeing 747 wing smashes into runway while landing during typhoon in Taiwan

This is the shocking moment a Boeing 747 freighter's wing struck the runway during landing in Taipei, creating sparks that lit up the tarmac as the plane made contact.

Events

39 m. ago Scotland's top sandwich filling named by Aldi as school meals increase by 20%

Did your favourite make the top three?

Politics

40 m. ago Trump told cops to do ‘whatever the hell they want’ to fix DC. Here’s why that’s ‘extremely dangerous’

White House mandate ‘runs roughshod over constitutional rights and due process protections,’ civil rights groups and legal experts tell Alex Woodward

Politics

47 m. ago My orchids died all the time—now I follow 5 rules so my plant flowers repeatedly

I've always loved orchids, but I admit they're not the easiest houseplants to look after. I've had three orchids in total, and I was determined to get my care routine right to ensure my current one survives

Events

52 m. ago Mick Schumacher edges closer to Cadillac F1 deal but not the one he wants most

Cadillac are in the process of recruiting drivers for their maiden Formula 1 season in 2026 with Mick Schumacher one of those who has held talks with the American outfit

Economics

53 m. ago Man Utd in talks to complete midfielder transfer after making Carlos Baleba swap decision

Manchester United made it clear to Brighton that Toby Collyer was not available in any Carlos Baleba swap deal with the midfielder instead poised to go to West Brom on loan

Politics

60 m. ago Arsenal XI vs Manchester United: Confirmed team news, predicted lineup, injury latest for Premier League

Mikel Arteta facing some big decision ahead of season-opener at Old Trafford

Sport

64 m. ago Labour councillor's cutting throats comment at east London rally 'out of character', says friend

Ricky Jones, 58, is on trial accused of one count of encouraging violent disorder at the Walthamstow rally, which he denies

Politics

70 m. ago Finance expert shares five money hacks to help increase retirement savings by over £50,000

Simple steps to make your money work for you in later life.

Economics

91 m. ago How grief will shape Liverpool’s season after Diogo Jota death

The Premier League will pay tribute to Jota this weekend after his tragic passing but the grieving process will take many different forms for his teammates at Liverpool

Events

1 hour ago DWP PIP claimants with a summer holiday booked must follow strict four

People claiming PIP who are planning a long holiday abroad this summer will need to let the DWP know

Politics

1 hour ago Rotary Club of Strathaven raises funds for five defibrillators in town

Flyers are being prepared showing where all the lifesaving defibrillators are in the town, with training courses also being planned.

Politics

1 hour ago Netflix fans cancelling plans for thriller series from makers of 'best series to exist'

Netflix fans say they have chills over the first look at new limited series

Politics