10 h. ago Belize's Great Blue Hole hides a 'concerning secret', scientists say after drilling to the bottom of the mysterious 410ft cave

Belize's Great Blue Hole is one of Earth's most mysterious features. Now, scientists have discovered the natural oddity provides evidence of a concerning trend.

Science

5 d. ago Jack Tweed insists late wife Jade Goody would be unhappy to see ex Jeff Brazier and mum Jackiey Budden feuding over her son Freddy

Jack and Jade married in February 2009, just a month before she tragically passed away from cervical cancer aged 27, leaving behind her sons Bobby, 21, and Freddy, 20.

Politics

7 d. ago King Charles seen for the first time since being admitted to hospital amid cancer battle

The King has been seen in public for the first time since a hospital visit for side effects from his cancer treatment, as he waved at well-wishers while leaving Clarence House in London in a car.

Events

7 d. ago King Charles seen for first time after hospital visit for cancer treatment side effects

King Charles has been seen in public for the first time since a hospital visit for side effects from his cancer treatment, as he waved at well-wishers while leaving Clarence House this morning

Science

1 week ago Scientists find concerning link between chewing gum and cancer

If you're a frequent gum-chewer, you may be ingesting tens of thousands of microplastics each year, according to a new study. These particles may pose a risk to your health.

Science

1 week ago Link between tattoos and cancer leaves scientists ‘concerned’ in new study

Scientists behind the study admitted they were ‘concerned’ about their own findings

Science

1 week ago Scientists find concerning link between chewing gum and cancer... and how to lower your risk

If you're a frequent gum-chewer, you may be ingesting tens of thousands of microplastics each year, according to a new study. These particles may pose a risk to your health.

Events

2 w. ago Family forced to leave home due to daughter's rare cancer diagnosis

The Edinburgh family are devastated to leave the family home due to their daughter's health.

Society

2 w. ago Alex Wheatle's remarkable legacy from MBE to giving child abuse victims a voice

Alex Wheatle died yesterday from prostate cancer, aged 62. But he leaves behind an incredible legacy, having survived horrifying abuse to help victims win a landmark payout in the Shirley Oaks children's home scandal

Events

2 w. ago Eddie Jordan's huge fortune and £9.5m yacht, sports star wife and final public appearance

Legendary former Formula 1 team boss Eddie Jordan has sadly passed away at the age of 76 following a battle with bladder and prostate cancer, leaving behind his beloved wife and children

Economics

2 w. ago Stanley Tucci says radiation treatment for cancer ‘burned out’ his thyroid leaving him 'completely exhausted'

‘I would be so tired in the afternoon, like completely exhausted by one o’clock and I was like, something’s wrong with me’

Events

2 w. ago The Guardian view on microplastics: harmful pollution must be curbed | Editorial

New evidence of particles damaging crops strengthens the case for an international plastics treatyNew and concerning findings from environmental scientists about the impact of microplastics on crops and marine algae add to a growing body of evidence about the disruption caused to living systems by plastic pollution. The results, from a team led by Prof Huan Zhong at Nanjing University, China, are not definitive and require corroboration. But analysis showing that plastics could limit photosynthesis (the conversion of sunlight into chemical energy) must be taken seriously. If the researchers are correct, and staple crops are being reduced by about 12%, there are huge implications for global agriculture and food supplies. This could inject new urgency into efforts to tackle plastic pollution.There is no single route by which microplastic particles inhibit plants from growing. The overall effect is attributed to a combination of blocked sunlight and nutrients, and damage to soil and ce...

Politics

3 w. ago Love Island star Brett Staniland heartbroken as dad dies of cancer

Love Island star Brett Staniland shared that his father was diagnosed with stage 4 cancer in September, and that his passing would leave 'an irreplaceable hole' in his family

Events

3 w. 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

last month Scientists around the globe raise concerns as the US stops sharing air quality data from embassies

The U.S. government’s decision to stop sharing air quality data from embassies and consulates worldwide has worried some local scientists and experts who say the data was vital for people to be aware of air quality and monitor their government's progress in improving public health

Politics