1 hour 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

2 h. ago Scrubbing up well! Britain has more women doctors than men for the first time in more than 165 years, figures reveal

For the first time in the history of the General Medical Council's official UK-wide register, female doctors outnumber their male counterparts in both the workplace and medical school.

Politics

3 h. ago CRAIG BROWN: Meghan Markle's handy guide to all your household needs

Hi! It's so beautiful that you're here connecting with me, ready to nurture new memories to stay with you for ever. Welcome to my pantry!'

Politics

3 h. ago National police guidance equating journalists with criminals is scrapped in a major victory for the freedom of the press

The freedom of the press has been handed a major boost after it was announced that national police guidance equating journalists to criminals is scrapped by top police chiefs.

Events

3 h. ago Female doctors in Britain outnumber men for the first time in 'significant milestone'

General Medical Council announces women with a licence to practice have overtaken men in number, following a generational shift toward female doctors since the 1970s

Politics

3 h. ago Scottish Child Payment and other Scots benefits set to increase

The Social Justice Secretary is set to make the announcement on Thursday.

Politics

3 h. ago Parents fume as school will hand out detentions for lateness despite roadworks chaos

Streets around The North School in Ashford, Kent, are being plagued by roadworks but any pupils who arrive after 8.40am will still be punished regardless of the circumstances, it's said

Events

4 h. ago UK and Ireland to announce closer collaboration on energy at summit

Officials hope the new deal will speed up investments and developments in infrastructure.

Politics

5 h. ago Fury as drug addicts could get free crack pipes on the NHS under 'reckless' new plans for UK's first legal 'shooting gallery'

Free crack pipes could be handed out by the crisis-stricken NHS - under a 'reckless' plan to encourage addicts to smoke cocaine more safely

Events

5 h. ago Dundee handed Scott Fraser injury boost as Tony Docherty eyes up Hearts redemption in Scottish Cup clash

The midfielder has been out of action since October with a serious groin issue

Events

5 h. ago A toddler died after allegedly being denied food for two days. Mom blamed it on ‘a migraine,’ cops say

Alyssa Wehmeyer, 21, told investigators she should have been more attentive “but she had a migraine,” according to a probable cause affidavit.

Events

6 h. ago Now addicts to get free crack pipes on the NHS under 'reckless' new plans for city shooting gallery

Free crack pipes could be handed out by the crisis-stricken NHS - under a 'reckless' plan to encourage addicts to smoke cocaine more safely

Events

6 h. ago Colombian police hunting for British tourist after 'decomposing body of a trans woman' was found in an apartment after neighbours reported a 'strong smell'

The victim was found semi-naked with her hands tied behind her back and was only wearing a t-shirt and white socks in an apartment in Medellin, local media has reported.

Society

6 h. ago Tottenham XI vs AZ Alkmaar: Confirmed team news, predicted lineup and injury latest for Europa League

Ange Postecoglou handed triple injury boost for big game

Events

6 h. ago Declan Gallagher to hand Dundee Utd major injury boost ahead of blockbuster derby

Gallagher is back with the injury he sustained against Aberdeen not as bad as first feared

Events

6 h. ago Despair for Dalmuir as councillors decide to close course as part of cuts

Council say decision is due to ‘steady decline in membership’ at Clydebank venue

Politics

7 h. ago Friends pitched in to get injured firefighter $1,500 in dine

Company apologized for account issue and donated to injured firefighter

Events

7 h. ago Despair for Dalmuir as councillors decide to close it as part of cuts

Council say decision is due to ‘steady decline in membership’ at Clydebank venue

Politics

7 h. ago Phil Taylor tips Luke Littler for astonishing darts feat as he puts his energy into new role

On the House of Commons terrace, 16-times king of darts Phil Taylor explored his new incarnation as a consumer champion - with a warning that Luke Littler's rampage through the record books may only be getting started

Politics

8 h. ago Fifa launches new Women’s Champions Cup but delays Women’s Club World Cup

Champions Cup to involve six clubs from across the worldClub World Cup was due in 2026 but will start in 2028A new six-team Women’s Champions Cup is to be established next year, featuring clubs from across the world. The competition was approved at a Fifa Council meeting on Wednesday that also confirmed a two-year delay to the first Women’s Club World Cup.The 16-team Women’s Club World Cup was due to launch in 2026 but, as first reported by the Guardian, has been put on hold. It is understood Fifa believes the delay will ensure it has time to create space in the calendar for the additional fixtures. The competition will be played every four years from 2028. In the meantime the Women’s Champions Cup will get under way, to be played annually other than in Women’s Club World Cup years. The champions of each confederation’s club tournament will take part. Continue reading...

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