80 m. ago Becky suffered itchy skin and felt tired all the time. GPs dismissed her but she was on the brink of organ failure. More than a million people are at risk

After a series of small health issues, Becky's condition quickly deteriorated. When she rang the GP they told her to come in - and gave a terrifying diagnosis

Events

3 h. ago How to watch Cheltenham Festival 2025: TV channel, live stream, race schedule and details for Prestbury Park

The four-day racing extravaganza will be watched by millions of people up and down the country

Sport

4 h. ago Becky suffered itchy skin and felt tired all the time. GPs dismissed her

After a series of small health issues, Becky's condition quickly deteriorated. She was finally diagnosed with kidney failure, which is now treated with Ozempic and Mounjaro.

Politics

5 h. ago Poppies return to the Tower of London: Ceramic 'flowers' seen by more than five million in 2014 will be reinstalled to mark 80th anniversary of end of WWII

More than five million people, including Queen Elizabeth and Prince Philip, saw the sea of 'poppies' that were installed in the Tower of London 's moat in 2014.

Events

11 h. ago More support for people in ill health to stay in work ‘could save UK £1bn’

Commission for Healthier Working Lives warns against cutting benefits and calls for proactive route for 8m affectedProviding more support for people in ill health to stay in work could save the UK government more than £1bn, according to a report warning ministers against cutting benefits.As the chancellor, Rachel Reeves, looks for savings before the 26 March spring statement, the cross-sector Commission for Healthier Working Lives has called for a new approach to supporting the 8 million people in Britain with a work-limiting health condition. Continue reading...

Economics

15 h. ago Fat jab warning for midlife women: As experts sound alarm over sudden weight loss, dieticians reveal the foods you SHOULD be eating, and the ones you must always avoid

Weight-loss jabs have become so popular that recent figures suggest that over half a million people are taking either Mounjaro or Wegovy.

Events

20 h. ago UK hits out at Israel after Gaza electricity ‘immediately’ cut as Hamas ceasefire bargaining chip

The dramatic new development comes a week after Israel blocked the delivery of food, fuel and medicines to the area of more than two million people

Events

21 h. ago Hay Fever kicks in weeks early for millions of people as hot weather encourages an explosion of tree pollen

Fine weather with warm breezes has created ideal conditions for the release of sufficient tree pollen to have people reaching for handkerchiefs and antihistamine tablets already.

Events

21 h. ago Israel cutting off electricity to Gaza ‘immediately’ in move to pressure Hamas ceasefire negotiations

The dramatic new development comes a week after Israel blocked the delivery of food, fuel and medicines to the area of more than two million people

Events

24 h. ago Israel says it’s cutting off electricity to Gaza amid fresh Hamas ceasefire negotiations

The dramatic new development comes a week after Israel blocked the delivery of food, fuel and medicines to the area of more than two million people

Politics

24 h. ago Israel says it’s cutting off electricity ‘immediately’ to Gaza amid fresh Hamas ceasefire negotiations

The dramatic new development comes a week after Israel blocked the delivery of food, fuel and medicines to the area of more than two million people

Politics

32 h. ago Internet shutdowns at record high in Africa as access ‘weaponised’

More governments seeking to keep millions of people offline amid conflicts, protests and political instabilityDigital blackouts reached a record high in 2024 in Africa as more governments sought to keep millions of citizens off the internet than in any other period over the last decade.A report released by the internet rights group Access Now and #KeepItOn, a coalition of hundreds of civil society organisations worldwide, found there were 21 shutdowns in 15 African countries, surpassing the existing record of 19 shutdowns in 2020 and 2021. Continue reading...

Events

32 h. ago Pregnant target shooter Ruth Mwandumba confident she can block out distractions

Mwandumba, pregnant with twins and started feeling them kick over the last few weeks, goes for individual European Championship glory on Monday.

Events

34 h. ago ‘I’ve always hated hayfever season but this one small thing has changed my life’

With nearly half of the UK population suffering from hay fever, also known as allergic rhinitis, the beginning of a new season can cause an increase in symptoms

Politics

59 h. ago Millions of people could get free £1,200 bonus by paying into certain savings account

MoneyMagpie Editor and financial expert Vicky Parry explains how the changing Help to Save eligibility could net you up to £1,200 free from the Government

Economics

60 h. ago Attendance Allowance simplified to help older people make a new claim for up to £434 each month

Nearly 1.7 million people over State Pension age are receiving either £72.65 or £108.55 each week in Attendance Allowance.

Economics

3 d. ago Michael Sheen's net worth and how he affords to write off debt in Channel 4 show

Michael Sheen's Secret Million Pound Giveaway will see the actor write off a million pounds worth of debt for people in Wales - but how much is his own net worth?

Politics

3 d. ago Tropical Cyclone Alfred aftermath: what to do once the storm has passed

Millions of people may wake to a giant mess. Here’s what to do before you leave your safe room and begin the cleanupWhen and where is Tropical Cyclone Alfred likely to hit?How to prepare for a cycloneGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastTropical Cyclone Alfred is due to cross the coast of south-east Queensland and northern New South Wales late on Friday night or early Saturday morning. Millions of people may wake to a giant mess, if they get any sleep at all.So how do you stay safe while you begin the cleanup and recovery? It can be helpful to have a plan of action ready, before the time comes. Continue reading...

Events

3 d. ago You've been taking your hay fever pills wrong! Expert reveals what 16million Brits need to do TODAY to avoid misery when pollen season hits

Hay fever, an allergy the pollen, typically hits from late March, as tree pollen begins to peak, lasting through until September.

Events

3 d. ago DWP confirms major Universal Credit change coming for millions in April

There are around 7.5 million people claiming Universal Credit in the UK

Economics