47 m. ago Furious Labour MPs compare David Lammy to PUTIN as he says right to trial by jury will be abolished for all but most serious crimes in 'chilling' assault on ancient liberties

David Lammy was assailed from all sides as he declared that tens of thousands of defendants will be deprived of the 800-year-old right in a desperate bid to cut a massive backlog of cases.

Events

47 m. ago Juries to be scrapped in thousands of cases, David Lammy confirms

The justice secretary has announced sweeping reforms to the courts system including limiting the right to a jury trial

Politics

57 m. ago SSPCA in cash crisis as nation's animal rescue workers face losing jobs

SSPCA says the redundancies are essential to keep its animal care and investigations running. Staff have complained of "chronic low pay"

Events

73 m. ago Dunelm shoppers snap up 'cosy' Christmas tree bedding from £35

Dunelm's new Tufted Tree Green duvet set in festive forest green has shoppers calling it 'Christmassy and cosy' at what they describe as a 'bargain price'

Economics

84 m. ago Strictly's Stacey Dooley horrifies fans as she unveils 'hideous' Christmas tree that looks like a 'weapon of mass destruction'

The former Strictly star, 38, shocked her 1.2million Instagram followers as she shared a video of a tree made of pink and silver tinsel that completely masked the green underneath.

Events

1 hour ago Danny Rohl sees Rangers problems mount after hammer injury blow and two key men to be ruled out due to AFCON

The German doesn't have his troubles to seek after a draw with Falkirk and Oliver Antman has been added to the treatment room

Events

2 h. ago New cancer treatment could prevent patients needing ‘devastating’ surgery

The treatment, known as Papillon, could allow patients with rectal cancer to avoid the need for a stoma

Science

2 h. ago How much resident doctors really earn as they strike over NHS pay

Doctors are striking against pay rises which they believe are below inflation; but how much do they earn and how do their salaries compare to other countries, and public services?

Events

2 h. ago Samuel Pepys could be 'cancelled' by his old school for 'abusive and exploitative' treatment of women

Hinchingbrooke School, in Huntindgon, Cambridgeshire, was attended by the chronicler of the Great Fire of London in the 1640s.

Events

2 h. ago Spectra 2026: Scotland's Festival of Light returns to Aberdeen for 12th year

The full festival line-up is set to be announced ‘very soon’.

Politics

3 h. ago The medical tourism hotspots where Brits flock to for cheaper treatment revealed

There's been a huge jump in Brits travelling abroad for medical treatment since 2022, with more than half a million heading off last year.

Politics

3 h. ago Melanie Sykes in 'so much pain' as she battles condition that's left her 'two

The 55-year-old TV presenter has opened up in a new video in which she explained that she has been 'ill all year'

Events

3 h. ago 'UK's most Christmassy home' costs less than you might think despite thousands of lights

The most Christmassy home in the UK that's covered in thousands of lights costs less than you may think over the five weeks it is up

Politics

4 h. ago Airbus discovers new issue days after software error grounded thousands of planes

Last week, almost a thousand jets were grounded as Airbus admitted urgent repairs were needed. In an update just days later, another issue has been unveiled.

Events

4 h. ago All the places Sarah Ferguson may move to as 'phone stops ringing overnight'

What's next for Sarah Ferguson? As a spokesperson shed some light on her future plans as she prepares to leave the Royal Lodge, we consider the most likely option for her new home

Politics

4 h. ago Houseplant hacks: how can I stop my plants dying when I turn on the central heating?

Ease your houseplants into winter by giving them a seasonal reset and moving them away from radiatorsThe problem As soon as the heating is switched on, houseplants start to struggle. Warm, dry air strips moisture from leaves, dries soil faster, and turns cosy corners into arid microclimates. Many people mistakenly think radiator heat is similar to sunlight – warm and life-giving – but it isn’t. Sunlight provides energy for photosynthesis, while radiator heat is dry, stagnant and relentless, closer to a slow cooker than sunshine.The hack Before turning on the heating, give your plants a seasonal reset. Move them away from radiators or vents (at least half a metre, ideally). Group plants together to create a pocket of humidity, or place a bowl of water nearby to counteract dryness. Top-dress tired soil with fresh compost, trim off any yellowing leaves and wipe dust from the foliage so the plants can breathe. Water lightly, then let them rest in bright, indirect light to adju...

Society

4 h. ago Government drafts in new violence against women and girls adviser amid fears it will miss its target

Exclusive: Labour MP Jess Asato has been drafted in to lead a major overhaul of the NHS’ response to violence against women and girls - just days after Refuge branded the chancellor’s Budget a ‘profound disappointment’ to survivors

Events

4 h. ago Bulgaria's government withdraws controversial budget after major protests

Bulgaria’s government said Tuesday it is withdrawing a controversial budget proposal after protests against it drew tens of thousands of people and saw clashes between police and protesters

Politics

4 h. ago AD FEATURE: Brits could be owed £700* in compensation following car finance scandal

The car finance scandal recently came to light, with lenders paying undisclosed 'secret' commissions to car dealerships - and it could see those with mis-sold agreements owed an average of £700*

Economics

4 h. ago Lammy to lay out sweeping reforms for ‘swift justice’ including plans to scrap jury trials in thousands of cases

Judge-only trials could replace juries for less serious crimes as David Lammy unveils ‘bold’ plans for a Canada-inspired justice system

Politics