94 m. ago Downing Street announces Anneliese Dodds' replacement hours after she quit over Keir Starmer's decision to slash the UK's aid budget to boost defence spending

Baroness Chapman of Darlington has been appointed the new minister for international development, just hours after Anneliese Dodds dramatically quit today

Economics

2 h. ago Reproductive health in developing countries in ‘chaos’ after Trump aid freeze

Experts speaking at a screening of The Independent’s documentary on abortion rights warn of the damage done by the US halting international aid. Bel Trew reports

Politics

3 h. ago Baroness Chapman replaces Anneliese Dodds as development minister

The Labour peer, a former MP for Darlington, served as Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer’s political secretary between 2020 and 2021.

Politics

3 h. ago Metal Eden says it has solved one of the boring things about games

The upcoming Metal Eden, releasing on May 6, is described by Reikon Games as an 'adrenaline rush sci-fi first-person shooter'.

Sport

3 h. ago Leon King gets Rangers transfer exit green light from Barry Ferguson as Scottish Cup conquerors close in

Queen's Park are close to sealing a loan switch for the defender as he hunts regular game time

Politics

4 h. ago José Mourinho takes legal action against Galatasaray after accusation of racism

Recriminations continue between Fenerbahce and GalaPortuguese given four-game ban and fine over commentsJosé Mourinho is suing Galatasaray, claiming damages after the club accused him of making “racist statements”.Fenerbahce announced on Friday that Mourinho has launched the action through the club’s lawyers as the angry recriminations continue from Monday’s 0-0 Turkish Super Lig draw between the two rival clubs. Continue reading...

Events

4 h. ago Metal Eden has parkour because ‘traversal is always boring in other games’, say developers

The upcoming Metal Eden, releasing on May 6, is described by Reikon Games as an 'adrenaline rush sci-fi first-person shooter'.

Sport

4 h. ago China finds 'endless' energy source which could 'power country for 60,000 years'

Boffins in China believe they have found a site that has a massive source of energy and that could - should the technology develop - power the country for 60,000 years

Politics

4 h. ago Two Point Museum release date – here’s when Sega’s quirky business sim series is set to return

Find out when you can start becoming an A-class curator in the latest business management game from Two Point Studios

Economics

5 h. ago ITV set to launch celebrity prank show to replace Saturday Night Takeaway

The show will combine pranks and game show elements

Culture

5 h. ago Monster Hunter Wilds on PS5 is an absolute steal thanks to this £48 bargain

Monster Hunter Wilds is finally here, and if you are looking to get the game for the cheapest price - then we have the deal for you.

Economics

5 h. ago David Coote slapped with hefty UEFA ban after 'bringing the game into disrepute'

David Coote was sacked by the PGMOL in December after a video surfaced on social media and the European governing body UEFA have now handed the former Premier League official further punishment

Sport

6 h. ago Scotland Nations League squad: The latest update for each injured player ahead of the double

Steve Clarke has a number of injury concerns ahead of the Nations League playoff games vs Greece.

Sport

6 h. ago British public wants aid spending based on own priorities, not allies – poll

International development minister Anneliese Dodds quit her role on Friday over the Government’s decision to cut overseas aid.

Politics

6 h. ago Manchester United and Fulham fans announce ticket price protest ahead of FA Cup fixture

Supporters of both Man United and Fulham will protest against rising ticket prices ahead of Sunday's game at Old Trafford.

Sport

6 h. ago Real Madrid hit with partial stadium closure and UEFA fine over 'discriminatory' fan behaviour during Man City clash

Los Blancos supporters who attended the Champions League game at the Santiago Bernabeu have landed in hot water

Sport

6 h. ago The Dodds one out: Public think UK spends too MUCH on foreign aid after cash went to prawn farms in Bangladesh and 'inclusion' in the Congo as minister quits

The international development minister appears to be out of touch with UK voters, almost two-thirds of whom (64 per cent)  feel international aid spending is too high.

Politics

6 h. ago Rangers stars told its time for Ibrox atonement as Barry Ferguson calls for all

The Light Blues have suffered shock defeats to St Mirren and Queen's Park in their last two home games

Politics

7 h. ago Jaguar Land Rover to launch charitable foundation to support young people

The JLR Foundation will focus on supporting the personal, social and educational development of children and young people through initiatives that further their skills, knowledge and abilities

Politics

7 h. ago Pope Francis health update issued by Vatican reveals best news yet for the pontiff

The Vatican has issued the most promising news yet as Pope Francis, 88, continues to recover in Rome's Gemelli hospital since developing pneumonia in both of his lungs.

Politics