62 m. ago US stocks register heavy falls as White House tries to talk up Trump tariffs

Dow, S&P 500 and Nasdaq all down by at least 2% and Tesla shares fall 15% for worst day since September 2020The US stock market continued to drop on Monday as the White House denied that Donald Trump’s trade policies were causing lasting chaos within the economy.The S&P 500 fell 2.7%, the Dow Jones dropped 2%, and the tech-heavy Nasdaq dropped 4% as investors sold shares in the so-called “magnificent seven” – Alphabet, Amazon, Apple, Microsoft, Meta, Nvidia and Tesla. Tesla’s shares had their worst day since September 2020, falling 15%. Continue reading...

Politics

1 hour ago Noel Clarke claims Guardian 'smashed his life' after newspaper published allegations from women accusing him of sexual misconduct, £70m libel trial hears

The actor is suing Guardian News and Media (GNM) over a series of articles from 2021 and 2022 that featured allegations from women accusing him of sexual misconduct.

Economics

2 h. ago Microplastics hinder plant photosynthesis, study finds, threatening millions with starvation

Researchers say problem could increase number of people at risk of starvation by 400m in next two decadesThe pollution of the planet by microplastics is significantly cutting food supplies by damaging the ability of plants to photosynthesise, according to a new assessment.The analysis estimates that between 4% and 14% of the world’s staple crops of wheat, rice and maize is being lost due to the pervasive particles. It could get even worse, the scientists said, as more microplastics pour into the environment. Continue reading...

Economics

2 h. ago Harvard researcher reveals three fruits that can be 'dangerous' for your health, waistline

Dr Nick Norwitz, a Harvard doctor has warned of the three popular fruits that could be harmful to your health and causing you to gain weight

Science

2 h. ago How are oil spills contained? Scientists reveal how floating barriers, chemicals, and even giant SPONGES can be used

As a crashed oil tanker in the Humber Estuary sparks concerns of an environmental disaster, scientists reveal how the spill could be contained.

Science

3 h. ago Fuming shoppers say they feel like criminals when 'herded like cattle' through Tesco's new 'anti

The British Retail Consortium says theft from stores is 'out of control', costing shops £2billion a year, and Tesco is now taking a new approach to fight back.

Events

3 h. ago US biochemist researching treatment of HIV and coronaviruses wins Israel's Wolf Prize

An American biochemist whose research has helped scientists make inroads on treating coronavirus and HIV has won this year’s Wolf Prize, a major Israeli award in the arts and sciences

Politics

3 h. ago Elon Musk says X hit by 'massive cyber attack' as users unable to log in

Musk claims either a large coordinated group or a country was involved, or both

Events

3 h. ago 50 new jobs for Cork as Irish premier seeks further US investment

A US tech company has announced plans for 50 new jobs in its Irish base as Ireland’s premier visited its Texas headquarters.

Politics

3 h. ago Revealed: how Sadiq Khan's Ulez expansion cut road pollution in every outer London borough

Transport for London publishes data for how pollution levels have been affected by Ulez expansion

Politics

4 h. ago Wall Street stocks tumble as investors fret over US economic slowdown

Tesla gives up all its post-election gains as tech shares hit

Economics

4 h. ago Washington Post columnist quits after her opinion piece criticizing owner Jeff Bezos is rejected

A columnist who has worked at the Washington Post since 1984 quit on Monday, after she said the publisher Will Lewis killed her column criticizing owner Jeff Bezos' edict that the newspaper's editorial section concentrate on issues of personal liberties and the free market

Politics

4 h. ago New Boyzone documentary reveals ‘damaging’ rise to fame – here’s how to watch

The documentary is set to be an explosive look at what life was like for the boyband

Politics

5 h. ago Tech Secretary to cut red tape to make new technology available more quickly

The RIO was launched in October and is intended to reduce the burdens for businesses looking to bring new products and services to the market.

Politics

5 h. ago Washington Post columnist quits and accuses publisher of killing op

Ruth Marcus said that the publisher’s decision to spike her column ‘underscores that the traditional freedom of columnists to select the topics they wish to address and say what they think has been dangerously eroded’

Events

5 h. ago New Mario Kart leaks ahead of Switch 2 reveal, but it's not what you're expecting

Forget the Switch 2, we're more keen on this collector-focused Nintendo LEGO set for Mario Kart which is tipped for a May release — here's all we know about the set so far

Politics

6 h. ago Surprising link between when you have sex and the risk of CANCER

Women who were sexually active before they turned 18 may be more likely to suffer cervical cancer later in life, a study published earlier this year from researchers in China suggests.

Events

6 h. ago Medieval bishop’s ring unearthed by metal detectorist to be sold at auction

The village is detailed in the Domesday Book of 1086.

Economics

6 h. ago Cheltenham 2025: Ruby Walsh airs 26 Festival insights as Willie Mullins aims to banish himself of a surprising hex

Fans are itching for intel and the most successful jockey in Festival history is on hand to provide it

Politics

6 h. ago Liverpool new Adidas kits 'leaked' including stunning shirt as Nike ditched in £300m deal

Liverpool have announced a new kit deal with adidas which will see the German sportswear giants produce the Reds' kits from the 2025/26 season - but what will the shirts look like?

Economics