17 m. ago Gates and OpenAI in $50m deal that will help fight global aid cuts by Trump and others

The partnership seeks to help several African countries use artificial intelligence to improve their health systems and mitigate the impact of cuts

Economics

28 m. ago Conservative justices appear skeptical about Trump’s push to fire Fed governor Lisa Cook – live

Supreme court justice Brett Kavanaugh says that precedent set by firing Cook could ‘weaken, if not shatter’ Federal Reserve’s independenceUS supreme court considers Trump’s bid to fire Lisa Cook from Fed boardHouse Republicans are starting a push on Wednesday to hold former president Bill Clinton and former secretary of state Hillary Clinton in contempt of Congress over the Jeffrey Epstein investigation, opening the prospect of the House using one of its most powerful punishments against a former president for the first time.The contempt proceedings are an initial step toward a criminal prosecution by the Department of Justice that, if successful, could send the Clintons to prison.They’re not above the law. We’ve issued subpoenas in good faith.For five months we’ve worked with them. And time’s up. Continue reading...

Society

29 m. ago What you should do if you have bought a product that has been recalled

Here’s legal expert Gary Rycroft’s checklist for recalled food products:

Politics

38 m. ago Iconic Coney Island hot dog maker Nathan's Famous is sold for $450 million

Nathan’s Famous, which began as 5-cent hot dog stand in Coney Island more than a century ago, has been sold to packaged meat giant Smithfield Foods in a $450 million all-cash deal, the companies announced Wednesday

Economics

41 m. ago Ordering takeaway food is most popular way Brits console themselves after a tough day, study finds

Brits are inclined to indulge in an alcoholic drink, a takeaway, a chocolate bar and a bubble bath after a bad day

Politics

51 m. ago I helped choose this 'resilient' Scottish farm distillery’s first whisky

Jackton Distillery in East Kilbride is asking whisky fans to get involved with their first single malt release.

Politics

57 m. ago US tariffs over Greenland could create ‘spiral of events’, Irish deputy premier

Simon Harris said it was ‘not an exact science’ to model the potential impacts on Ireland.

Politics

63 m. ago US officials tried to lobby against Marine Le Pen election ban, French judge says

Magali Lafourcade says the two envoys were convinced the far-right leader’s corruption trial had been politicalEurope live – latest updatesA French magistrate has said two Trump administration emissaries approached her seeking to lobby against an election ban on the French far-right leader Marine Le Pen.Magali Lafourcade, the secretary general of France’s human rights commission (CNCDH), an independent body that advises the government, told Agence France-Presse (AFP) she had reported the content of the meeting to the French foreign ministry immediately, fearing a potential “manipulation of the public debate in France”. Continue reading...

Politics

66 m. ago Burns Night: What to eat and drink to celebrate Scotland’s greatest poet

In the dark of January, the fun of Burns night lets the light in

Events

77 m. ago Mum begs for answers over unexplained death of son found with stab wounds

The mum of Mikhail Ackrim, 37, who was found dead at a flat in Glasgow in 2024, has spoken about the investigation for the first time.

Events

82 m. ago Met Office warns of potential for flooding as heavy rain forecast

The warning comes into force from 6pm on Wednesday, covering a large area of Scotland from Stirling north.

Events

84 m. ago Supreme court justices push Trump lawyer on how allegations against Fed governor Cook could harm the public – live

Court considers Trump administration’s bid to fire Lisa Cook, asking lawyer to provide evidence for alleged mortgage fraudHouse Republicans are starting a push on Wednesday to hold former president Bill Clinton and former secretary of state Hillary Clinton in contempt of Congress over the Jeffrey Epstein investigation, opening the prospect of the House using one of its most powerful punishments against a former president for the first time.The contempt proceedings are an initial step toward a criminal prosecution by the Department of Justice that, if successful, could send the Clintons to prison.They’re not above the law. We’ve issued subpoenas in good faith.For five months we’ve worked with them. And time’s up. Continue reading...

Society

98 m. ago Catholicism sees steep decline in Latin America, with more people identifying as religiously unaffiliated

The study encompassed adults in six of the region's most populous countries: Argentina, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Mexico, and Peru

Politics

1 hour ago Microplastic emissions are up to 10,000 times LOWER than we thought, promising study reveals

The growing threat of microplastics might be daunting, but a promising study now suggests that the situation might not be as dire as previously thought.

Events

1 hour ago Brits believe children’s vocabularies are shrinking and we're 'lost for words'

Many parents believe they are responsible for building vocabulary at home, only a small minority are confident about how to help their child do it according to a new study

Politics

1 hour ago Animal rights protesters PETA startle shoppers as they shackle supporter by her feet outside busy London KFC and pretend to slit her throat in fake blood

GRAPHIC CONTENT: Several protesters from PETA were involved in the demo, which took place outside a branch of the fast-food chain on Brixton Road, Lambeth, at 12pm on Wednesday.

Events

1 hour ago ‘I tried everything in M&S new ‘Only...’ range and one item was worth every penny'

A trusted food reviewer has tried different items in Marks & Spencer's new 'Only... ingredients' range, where foods contains as few ingredients as possible, to see if they're worth trying

Politics

2 h. ago Tesla convicted repeatedly for failing to help UK police with investigations

Tesla has been taken to court multiple times over the past two years for not identifying the drivers of its vehicles to police

Events

2 h. ago Conor McGregor comeback hits setback as Dana White rules out opponent

UFC boss Dana White has dismissed speculation about a potential fight between Conor McGregor and Jorge Masvidal, calling the rumours 'goofy' ahead of the historic White House card

Events

2 h. ago ‘Sophisticated and intriguing’ Edinburgh restaurant Eleanore to close and become bistro

An award-winning restaurant is set to close for a refurbishment to become a neighbourhood bistro.

Politics