6 h. ago DWP issues update on major changes for parents who claim Universal Credit

The Government has announced its new scheme to try and lift children out of poverty

Politics

7 h. ago New cervical cancer screening guidelines issued that let women skip unpleasant doctor’s visit

The move addresses a key barrier to screening, as traditional speculum exams can be uncomfortable or even painful

Science

14 h. ago Top NHS doctor issues 'breaking point' alert as winter virus cases 'incredibly high'

The NHS has issued a 'flu-demic' alert as levels of the winter virus soar across England

Events

32 h. ago Common childhood illness can drive BLADDER CANCER, alarming new study finds

British researchers have discovered that the virus can specifically trigger DNA damage in tissue in the bladder.

Events

39 h. ago Virologists warn a 'super flu' is sweeping UK after Laura Woods blamed 'virus' for fainting live on air 

A troublesome mutant strain of the flu is believed to be more infectious and leading to more severe illness and hospital admissions than last year.

Events

40 h. ago How a super flu virus is sweeping Britain and threatens to ruin Christmas

A troublesome mutant strain of the flu is believed to be more infectious and leading to more severe illness and hospital admissions than last year.

Events

40 h. ago BBC NHS doctor issues cancer warning to anyone with common cold symptom

The NHS GP and BBC Morning Live doctor explained what serious signs to look out for when suffering from a cold or the flu

Events

46 h. ago PIP update over calls for £120 additional payments for this group of claimants

People on certain DWP benefits can get higher payments under current rules

Economics

47 h. ago BBC Morning Live doctor says 'common' issue could actually be cancer

While it may be nothing to worry about, the doctor has shared signs that you may need to see your GP for

Society

65 h. ago Witkoff in Moscow for talks as Putin claims to have taken key Ukrainian city

Trump’s special envoy lands in Russia as Putin hails ‘important’ capture of Pokrovsk, although this is disputed by KyivRussia-Ukraine war – latest news updatesVladimir Putin has claimed Russian forces have taken control of the strategic city of Pokrovsk in Ukraine, as he sought to project confidence before a key meeting on Tuesday with a US delegation to discuss a possible peace deal to end the war.Dressed in military fatigues during a visit to a command centre on Monday evening, the Russian president hailed what he called the “important” capture of Pokrovsk – once a major logistical hub for the Ukrainian army – though Ukrainian officials later disputed the claim. Continue reading...

Politics

5 d. ago Bernardo Silva issues Man City future update after Pep Guardiola claim – 'I want the best'

Bernardo Silva's contract at Manchester City expires in summer 2026 and the Portugal midfielder is yet to commit to new terms

Politics

5 d. ago Five DWP updates from this week workers, pensioners and claimants need to know

In the week Chancellor Rachel Reeves delivered her Budget, there's plenty to get up to date on

Economics

6 d. ago 'Worrying' virus resistant to body's defense system... as experts warn of looming 'pandemic threat'

One of the body's key defenses against infection is a fever. Scientists say this may not work against rampaging virus.

Events

6 d. ago Vampire Bats found with deadly bird flu strain – as new pandemic fears grow

Boffins have warned a pandemic may be about to turn our world upside down after common vampire bats were found with a devastating strain of bird flu called the H5N1 virus

Events

7 d. ago Bird flu mutations risk causing pandemic 'worse than Covid', scientist warns

If the bird flu virus mutates, a leading scientist warns it could trigger a pandemic 'more severe' than Covid

Events

7 d. ago A person has died from the H5N5 bird flu strain. Here’s what we know

The infection is the first recorded human case of an H5N5 avian influenza virus

Events

8 d. ago Doctor issues warning to everyone who takes receipt at the shop — 'I don't wanna touch that'

Dr Sabine Donnai says paper receipts contain chemicals that can disrupt hormones and fertility, urging those who handle them daily to wear nitrile gloves for protection.

Events

8 d. ago Winter Olympics torch lighting ceremony moved to museum amid bad weather

The Olympic flame began its journey on Wednesday for the 2026 Winter Games after bad weather forced officials to move the traditional lighting to a nearby museum

Politics

8 d. ago Under a cloud, the Olympic flame begins its journey to the Milan Cortina Winter Olympics

The Olympic flame began its journey Wednesday for the Milan Cortina 2026 Winter Games after bad weather forced officials to move the traditional lighting from ancient Olympia to a nearby museum

Politics

9 d. ago DWP update on bank account monitoring for claimants of three benefits

Investigators will be able to directly take funds from people's bank accounts

Economics