38 m. ago Voices from coal country say closures of MSHA offices will endanger mine safety

Stanley “Goose” Stewart, who survived the Upper Big Branch coal mine disaster that killed 29 workers 15 years ago Saturday, calls a recommendation by the Trump administration to close three dozen offices of the Mine Safety and Health Administration across the country “idiotic.”

Politics

42 m. ago Infidelity for the social media age: What is microcheating, and is it a big deal?

If you’re in a relationship and you like a co-worker’s photo on social media, are you microcheating

Economics

75 m. ago Rachel Reeves speaks on whether tax rises will hit workers after Donald Trump tariffs announcement

The UK Chancellor was forced to make unpopular cuts to the welfare bill after the country's growth forecasts were downgraded.

Economics

75 m. ago Woman raped in homeless hotel by man who pretended to be worker

“There was literally no security keeping men away from women."

Society

3 h. ago Major update in Blake Lively's donut shop stunt saga after 'disgusting' act led to investigation into business

A crisis at a Connecticut doughnut shop that was dragged into Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni's ongoing legal battle got a major update late on Friday.

Economics

5 h. ago 9 health tests that could 'save your life' especially in later years, say experts

Conditions like aneurysm and high blood pressure may not show symptoms until it’s too late

Science

6 h. ago Filmmaker uses AI to 'bring his late mum back to life' starring her in lead role

Tony Cane-Honeysett, 69, a filmmaker, has created a documentary about his mum, who died nine years ago, by using an unpublished book she wrote and her own artificially generated voice

Politics

7 h. ago Glasgow Warriors choose to respect Champions Cup for Leicester Tigers visit after team talking point week

Smith’s statement of intent as Warriors go for win at Scotstoun

Events

8 h. ago Family horrified after bungling cemetery workers drop coffin causing nan's body to fall out

The dead woman's family screamed in horror after gathering around her grave during her funeral.

Politics

9 h. ago Netflix currently streaming hit blockbuster that made fans ‘fall in love with Val Kilmer’

One of the late, great Val Kilmer’s most iconic roles is currently available to stream on Netflix

Sport

10 h. ago 23andMe’s demise is a warning: the US needs to overhaul genetic data protection | Dalton Conley

We’re moving toward a society where genetic information is a part of everyday life – and we don’t want it in the wrong handsWith a heavy heart, I clicked on my 23andMe account on a recent morning, confirming that I wanted to delete my data. The genetic testing company filed for bankruptcy late last month and the California attorney general and others have recommended that users delete their data lest it be acquired by less scrupulous companies as the company is stripped for parts during bankruptcy proceedings.I was one of the company’s earliest customers and had used their service to genotype not just myself but my entire extended family. I even got my kids’ babysitter a kit.Dalton Conley is Henry Putnam university professor of sociology at Princeton University and author of The Social Genome: The New Science of Nature and Nurture Continue reading...

Events

10 h. ago The Energy Department identifies thousands of nonessential positions at risk of DOGE cuts

The Energy Department has identified thousands of federal workers it deems "nonessential" and would not be protected if there is a large-scale reduction in force

Events

11 h. ago ‘This is ideal for them’: business is booming for Birmingham’s ‘rat king’

The Guardian joins a pest controller on the city’s streets as residents fear a rise in rodents during bin workers’ strikes“They’re not fussy,” said Martin Curry, describing the far from epicurean appetites of the scurrying rodents that the residents of Birmingham fear could flood the streets of their city.“Rats all have their own personal tastes but if food is scarce they’ll eat anything,” he said. Curry, who has been called the “rat king” locally, runs MC Environmental Pest Control. He has been on the frontline of stamping out the rodent threat amid a weeks-long bin strike that has caused bins to pile up on Birmingham’s streets. Continue reading...

Economics

11 h. ago The Guardian view on Donald Trump’s tariff ultimatum: tribute for access to America’s empire | Editorial

As the White House retools US imperialism with import duties, others must resist dependency – deepening regional ties and reducing exposure to chokepointsWhen Donald Trump stood before union auto workers in the Rose Garden he declared “Liberation Day”, promising to stand up for Main Street. Whether that pledge will be fulfilled is moot. He will declare victory either way. What the US president offered was not just an economic programme, but an imperial one.Mr Trump’s logic, if it exists, lies in the 397-page report on “foreign trade barriers” he brandished on Wednesday. Its message is brutally simple: you may sell your goods to Walmart shoppers, but only if you let US cloud services hoover up your data, US media flood your screens and US tech monopolies operate on their terms – not yours. TikTok is the test case for Trump’s platform nationalism: only US firms may mine data, reap profits and rule the digital empire. Continue reading...

Politics

13 h. ago Bungling undertakers drop gran's corpse out of coffin sending nephew diving into grave

A heart-breaking video of funeral staff botching a grandmother's burial has been released – the distressing footage shows funeral workers dropping the coffin as the deceased woman's body falls out

Politics

13 h. ago Sage DOWN as pay could be late for millions in wake of 'global' system crash

Issues are being reported by employees using Sage Payroll after many said they were unable to access their money on payday - the company said it was 'currently investigating'

Events

13 h. ago Amazon shoppers are choosing 'superb' £36 magnetic portable charger over Apple's MagSafe charger

"Whether you're taking photos, swiping videos or chatting, it won't burden you with its use. It's light as if it's nothing."

Economics

14 h. ago Council fined as worker left in wheelchair from freak accident installing Christmas tree

James Lyth, 34, was left with severe injuries while installing a 20-foot Christmas tree in Bury, Greater Manchester - the local council has now been slapped with a huge fine

Politics

14 h. ago Labour MP demands clarity from Keir Starmer over redundancy payouts to Grangemouth workers

Brian Leishman raised the case of support staff who have not been offered the same terms as refinery employees.

Economics

14 h. ago Loose Women star broke down in tears in restaurant after devastating loss

The Loose Women star Brenda Edwards reflected on the late passing of her son as she revealed how her emotions got too much during a recent trip abroad

Politics