75 m. ago Sir Keir Starmer's secrecy over the Southport killings 'could have put the entire murder trial at risk', terror watchdog warns

Jonathan Hall KC criticised authorities for failing to 'spell out basic and sober facts' about the teenager after he murdered three young girls at a dance class last year.

Events

92 m. ago Dog breed at risk of becoming extinct forever with only 1,000 remaining worldwide

Dog breed at risk of becoming extinct forever with only 1,000 remaining

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3 h. ago Law on smacking children explained as doctors demand end to legal protection of ‘reasonable punishment’

The Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health demands an end to the "Victorian" punishment saying it harms their mental health and places kids at risk

Society

4 h. ago Putin and Trump cannot decide Europe's fate, French president declares in address to the nation

In an address to the nation on Wednesday, Macron said the French were 'legitimately worried' about the start of a 'new era' and called for a 'united front' to stand up to Russia.

Politics

4 h. ago Hundreds of US diplomats decry dismantling of USAid in letter to Rubio

Officials say slashing of US Department for International Development leaves power vacuum for adversariesHundreds of diplomats at the state department and US Agency for International Development have written to the secretary of state, Marco Rubio, protesting against the dismantling of USAid, saying it undermines US leadership and security and leaves power vacuums for China and Russia to fill.In a cable expected to be filed with the department’s internal “dissent channel”, which allows diplomats to raise concerns about policy anonymously, the diplomats said the Trump administration’s 20 January freeze on almost all foreign aid also endangers American diplomats and forces overseas while putting at risk the lives of millions abroad that depend on US assistance. Continue reading...

Politics

5 h. ago Trump’s NIH pick makes pitch for good science – in this administration?

Jay Bhattacharya tells hearing he is intent on protecting research, even as president takes axe to federal fundingDonald Trump’s nominee to run the National Institutes of Health (NIH), Jay Bhattacharya, told senators he was committed to ensuring scientists “have the resources they need” – even as the $48bn agency he hopes to lead has become a focus of the administration’s ideological war and cost-cutting efforts.At a confirmation hearing on Wednesday, Bhattacharya made a pitch for free scientific inquiry and an examination of the chronic disease epidemic, now a cornerstone of Republican health rhetoric, while hoping to serve in an administration that has frightened scientists into self-censorship. Continue reading...

Politics

5 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 Bacterial vaginosis can be passed to women by men, researchers find

Study suggests infection is sexually transmitted and opens up new way to reduce recurrence by treating male partnersBacterial vaginosis can be passed to women by male sexual partners, researchers have said, challenging the longstanding view that it is not a sexually transmitted infection.Experts say the study offers a new way to reduce the risk of the infection returning in women, with another scientist saying it showed up the UK’s NHS website as “outdated and misleading”. Continue reading...

Politics

6 h. ago Noel Clarke arrives at planned start of his libel trial against Guardian publisher

Actor Noel Clarke arrived at the High Court in London ahead of the start of his libel and data protection trial against the publisher of the Guardian

Politics

6 h. ago Fear and worry over 'deeply sad' Oakwood closure as locals vow to fight on

Tuesday's announcement that Wales' biggest theme park is shutting down came as a huge shock, and while local businesses are confident Pembrokeshire has enough to draw people from far and wide, there are concerns about a wider impact

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6 h. ago Justin Timberlake makes humiliating decision to resurrect his career after tour disaster and DWI arrest

The SexyBack singer, 44, has plans to tackle his flailing career in a much-needed bid to repair his 'golden boy' image following his DWAI and canceled world tour dates. 

Events

7 h. ago Jesy Nelson breaks down in tears as she reveals she's suffering ongoing 'complications' during her pregnancy with identical twins

The Little Mix star, 34, broke down in tears as she revealed she's been diagnosed with pre-twin-to-twin transfusion syndrome, meaning one or both babies could be at risk of death.

Politics

7 h. ago Pie and mash lovers call for British staple to be given protected status just like Champagne

EXCLUSIVE: Supporters hope the protection, which guarantees a product’s authenticity, can prevent big firms from pumping out sub-standard versions, and comedian Rob Beckett has joined the campaign

Politics

7 h. ago Women who suffer severe menopause symptoms at greater risk of dementia, study finds

Women who reported a greater number of menopause symptoms scored worse on cognitive tests and were more likely to show signs of neuropsychiatric issues.

Events

7 h. ago Ivanka Trump shares behind the scenes photos from joint address... including her dad's unusual drink of choice

Ivanka, 43, and her husband Jared Kushner were in Washington, D.C. to support President Trump on March 4 as he spoke about his vision to create the next American 'Golden Age'.

Culture

7 h. ago Trio of 'Nazis' who allegedly amassed weapons for terrorist attacks on mosques and synagogues wanted to 'start race war', court told

A court has heard how a trio of 'Nazis' allegedly amassed hoards of weapons in preparation for terror attacks on religious sites which they hoped would 'start a race war'.

Events

8 h. ago Frustrated Ruben Amorim makes Man Utd sack admission and refuses to change style of play

The Manchester United boss is coming under increasing pressure after the slow start to his tenure, and he says he knows what could happen if results continue to be poor

Events

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...

Politics

8 h. ago Is a late icy blast on the way? Met Office issues update on 'polar vortex collapse'

A sudden stratospheric warming event could be about to shatter our hopes that the cold weather is over

Politics

8 h. ago The Vivienne documentary celebrating life and career of drag queen to be released

The Vivienne sadly died in January at the age of 32.

Politics