65 m. ago Brown shooter revealed to be Portuguese national and former PhD student with links to murdered MIT professor as he's found dead at storage facility

The gunman who opened fire at Brown University and killed two students has been revealed to be a Portuguese national who studied at the Ivy League school more than 20 years ago.

Events

6 h. ago Police investigate links between Brown shooting and killing of MIT professor

Sources say person of interest identified in attack at university and death of prominent physicist 50 miles awayAuthorities said Thursday that they’re looking into a connection between last weekend’s mass shooting at Brown University and one two days later near Boston that killed a professor at another elite school, the Massachusetts Institute of Technology.That is according to three people familiar with the matter who were not authorized to discuss an investigation and spoke on condition of anonymity. Two of the people said investigators had identified a person of interest in the shootings and were actively seeking that individual. Continue reading...

Events

6 h. ago Police investigating potential links between Brown shooting and murder of MIT professor

A new suspect in the shooting that killed two students and injured nine on Brown’s campus has been identified, according to reports

Events

7 h. ago West Ham enquire about Swansea City star amid interest from Italy

The striker was the subject of interest over the summer and has now been linked with another move away

Politics

8 h. ago Why Lando Norris and Luke Littler missed Sports Personality of the Year awards

Norris appeared on a live video link after being part of the six-athlete shortlist for Sports Personality of the Year

Events

8 h. ago Covid boosters increase risk of virus that harms brain health, new study finds

Scientists have found that the risk of a common virus may increase in weeks following a Covid booster.

Science

9 h. ago Scientists discover Covid boosters linked to virus that may increase dementia risk

Scientists have found that the risk of a common virus may increase in weeks following a Covid booster.

Science

9 h. ago Coronation Street's Gareth Pierce reveals link to Batman star 'who knew you were friends'

Coronation Street's Todd Grimshaw actor Gareth Pierce has stunned fans

Politics

9 h. ago Scientists discover why women are dramatically more likely to suffer irritable bowel syndrome

A new study has revealed why women are more likely to get irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), paving the way for new treatments.

Events

9 h. ago Why swearing during exercise can make you STRONGER revealed in major study

SWEARING during exercise can make you stronger by stopping you from holding back, say scientists.  A study found those using foul language could do more press-ups.  This is thought to be because it helps us push beyond boundaries allowing us to tap into our real potential. Dr Richard Stephens, from Keele University, Staffs, said: “In...

Politics

9 h. ago Women more likely to suffer IBS pain 'due to their hormones', researchers find

According to the study, certain hormones can trigger pain in the colon

Politics

9 h. ago The Wales rugby team lost to England as 70% of side could now be gone next year

Players continue to be linked with moves away from Wales giving the ongoing uncertainty in the game

Politics

9 h. ago Keir Starmer appoints career diplomat Christian Turner as US ambassador

Turner, appointed ambassador to UN in May, now replaces Peter Mandelson who was sacked over Epstein linksKeir Starmer has appointed the career diplomat Christian Turner as the UK’s ambassador to Washington, replacing Peter Mandelson who was sacked over his links to Jeffrey Epstein.Turner, who was appointed ambassador to the UN in May, had previously been political director at the Foreign Office and had brokered a close relationship with the new Labour administration before taking up his UN role in New York. Continue reading...

Politics

9 h. ago Bombshell report says planet observed by NASA may have 'tunnels' with alien life

Saturn's largest moon, Titan, has long been of interest to NASA because they believe it could host an ocean underneath its frozen crust. But a new study suggests it may host "slushy tunnels"

Events

10 h. ago Facebook tests charging users to share links in potential blow for news outlets

News organisations fear move could hit newsrooms and other media publishers by stopping users sharing their contentFacebook is testing a system that charges users for sharing web links, in a move that could prove to be a further blow to news outlets and other publishers.Meta, the social media platform’s owner, said it was carrying out a “limited test” in which those without a paid “Meta Verified” subscription, costing at least £9.99 a month, could only post two external links a month. Continue reading...

Politics

10 h. ago Coronation Street fans say 'who knew' as Todd Grimshaw actor reveals link to Hollywood star

Coronation Street fans couldn't believe that Todd Grimshaw actor Gareth Pierce is friends with a Hollywood star

Culture

10 h. ago Starmer appoints career diplomat Christian Turner as US ambassador

Current ambassador to UN to replace Peter Mandelson, who was forced to quit over Epstein linkKeir Starmer has appointed the career diplomat Christian Turner as the new ambassador to Washington, government sources have confirmed.Turner will be replacing Peter Mandelson who was forced to quit over his links to Jeffrey Epstein. Continue reading...

Politics

10 h. ago 11 pictures from Coronation Street and Emmerdale crossover as soap fans prepare for devastation

ITV fans are in for a treat as Corriedale kicks off in January

Politics

11 h. ago Sir Chris Hoy's health latest and devastating admission after telling wife of cancer diagnosis

Sir Chris Hoy has issued an upbeat update on his health as he lives with cancer and recovers from a serious bike crash

Science

11 h. ago PPE firm linked to Michelle Mone wound up after being ordered to pay £148m

PPE Medpro had been ordered to pay the sum after losing a High Court battle in October but it it filed for administration on September 30, the day before the ruling, with the money still unpaid.

Economics