70 m. ago Democrats win Virginia governor race as US voters offer verdict on Trump

New York mayoral contest draws strongest turnout in decades as regional elections test country’s mood

Politics

1 hour ago UK ‘sliding into avoidable crisis’, major review into workplace sickness warns

The number of people aged between 16 and 34 who are out of work due to long-term sickness increased by 76% between 2019 and 2024

Events

2 h. ago 'Human errors' led to grooming gang cases being dropped, review finds amid huge NCA investigation

Thousands of cases of rape and sexual assault are being reviewed as part of the National Crime Agency’s Operation Beaconport

Events

2 h. ago Brighter car headlights more likely to cause glare for motorists

The Department for Transport has launched a review into headlights

Transport

2 h. ago Grooming gang investigations dropped by police because of ‘potentially human error’

Thousands of investigations that ended without a conviction will be reviewed as part of Operation Beaconport

Events

2 h. ago Grooming gang investigations dropped due to ‘human error’, early review suggests

Initial inquiries by a national taskforce suggest available lines of inquiry were not pursued in some sex abuse gang cases.

Events

2 h. ago Radiohead review, Madrid: A transcendent return for one of our most radical rock bands

More than seven years since their last gig, the British group are emphasising their decades-deep closeness by playing a career-spanning set in the round

Politics

3 h. ago JPMorgan discloses US inquiry into alleged debanking practices

Political flashpoint emerged during Biden administration as clients claimed they were denied service for political reasons

Politics

3 h. ago Proposed year 8 tests should not be used to measure schools – review chief

The final report of the curriculum and assessment review has recommended introducing new English and maths tests in year 8.

Politics

3 h. ago Government announces plan to cut GCSE exam time by up to three hours

The final curriculum review report, commissioned by Labour last year, has recommended exam volume at key stage 4 be reduced by 10%.

Politics

4 h. ago Tottenham player ratings vs Copenhagen: Xavi Simons superb but Micky van de Ven 'ridiculous'

Summer signing Xavi Simons also produced an impressive performance as Tottenham click under Thomas Frank

Sport

4 h. ago Wes Streeting warns of NHS staff facing a rising tide of ‘1970s

Mr Streeting urged patients not to take out their frustration on staff amid the challenges facing the NHS this winter.

Events

4 h. ago I’ve tried everything from The Ordinary’s sister skincare brand Niod – here’s what to buy

I unpack the unusual product names to find you the top performers from the Deciem-owned brand

Economics

5 h. ago Trump threatens ‘legal and criminal review’ of voting if Newsom’s Democratic redistricting measure wins in California

The president’s threats portend further actions down the line, potentially to overturn 2026 midterm election results if Republicans lose control of Congress

Politics

5 h. ago Soy, oat, almond, rice: which alternative milk is healthiest?

The best choice depends on your needs and preferences, say experts – here’s how to pick the one for your lifestyleThe dairy aisle might need a new name, given the diversity of products on offer. Dana Ellis Hunnes, a senior clinical dietitian at UCLA Health, says her local grocery store often stocks more non-dairy milk options than dairy ones. She’s tried various options, including a brief phase with coconut milk (“It was too creamy and too watery at the same time”). Now, she enjoys oat milk, which adds the right amount of creaminess to her coffee.The best choice depends on individual needs and preferences, says Hunnes. One person might want to add more protein to their diet, while another might be looking to increase their calcium intake. Flavor and mouthfeel are also important considerations. Continue reading...

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5 h. ago Wright of Derby: From the Shadows review – science, skeletons and a suffocated cockatoo

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Events

5 h. ago I reviewed Bloomingdale’s beauty advent calendar — is it worth $325?

The festive countdown is brimming with premium products from La Mer, La Prairie, Clé de Peau, and more

Politics

6 h. ago RMT celebrates ‘effective strike action’ as union accepts £80,000 a year salary for Tube drivers

The RMT union has claimed victory over TfL after it accepted its ‘full and final’ pay offer

Economics

6 h. ago Missed opportunities to stop headteacher abusing girls, review finds

Neil Foden created an environment in which he was ‘inviolable to challenge’, a child practice review by North Wales Safeguarding Board said.

Events

6 h. ago Strictly star reveals she took sea sickness tablets to prepare for live show dance

A Strictly Come Dancing contestant has revealed she took sea sickness tablets to prepare for a live show performance.

Culture