2 h. ago Mysterious cross depicting Christ's crucifixion rewrites the origins of Christianity

The 1,400-year-old plaque, found among the ruins of a church in Abu Dhabi, shows a depiction of a cross with a stepped pyramid evoking Golgotha - where Christians believe Jesus was crucified

Politics

3 h. ago Budget cost hikes drive 79% of hospitality firms to raise prices – trade bodies

Industry bosses warned that firms across the UK are being squeezed by ‘unsustainable’ taxes.

Economics

3 h. ago Young vape users three times as likely to start smoking, study finds

Review warns e-cigarettes could act as gateway to smoking and are also linked to higher asthma and other health risksYoung people who vape are three times as likely to start smoking, develop asthma and have poor mental health as those who do not, according to a study that lays bare the health impacts of e-cigarettes.Vaping among young people is consistently linked to later smoking, according to the largest umbrella review of all the evidence on youth vaping, which warns that e-cigarettes could act as a gateway. Continue reading...

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3 h. ago Vape warning as teens already show health issues from 'gateway to smoking' habit

According to the experts of a new review, children who take up vaping are not just storing up trouble for the future, but are showing signs of harm now

Events

4 h. ago ITV Emmerdale fans 'unveil' John Sugden's mysterious accomplice in huge twist

Emmerdale fans were left stunned as John Sugden made a mysterious phone call

Politics

4 h. ago Brendan Rodgers reminds Celtic stars who is paying their wages amid transfer exit murmurs

Rodgers has issued a warning to any players who might want to move on in the final weeks of the summer window

Politics

5 h. ago New sighting of missing man thought to be driving blue Kia as police make desperate appeal

Anyone who has seen David or the car he is driving is being urged to contact police immediately

Events

5 h. ago HMRC warn parents to act ahead of August Child Benefit deadline

The Child Benefit is worth £26.05 per week, amounting to £1,354.60 annually, for the eldest or only child.

Events

5 h. ago Venomous fish spotted on Scots beach as experts warn swimmers

The creatures have venomous spines on their dorsal fin that can deliver an extremely painful sting.

Events

5 h. ago Huge blaze engulfs historic Grade I listed building causing roof to collapse

Fire fighters raced to the scene at the 18th century building with an 'avoid the area' warning put in place

Politics

5 h. ago Woolton Hall fire LIVE: Huge Liverpool building blaze and 'stay away' warning

Woolton Hall is on fire in Liverpool with shocking footage shared on social media - the local fire service has rushed to the blaze tearing through the Grade I listed building

Events

6 h. ago Emmerdale fans predict devastating twist in John storyline after mysterious phone call

Emmerdale fans have predicted that a major twist is on the cards for John Sugden amid his killing spree storyline after the corrupt medic made a mystery phone call during Tuesday night's episode

Politics

6 h. ago US tech stocks hit by wave of concerns over future of AI boom

Warning from OpenAI’s Sam Altman and MIT paper puncture Wall Street’s enthusiasm

Events

6 h. ago Zoe Kravitz stuns in a plunging halterneck gown with Austin Butler at Caught Stealing screening in London after sparking romance rumours

The actress, 36, who stars as Yvonne in the film, wore a black, plunging halterneck gown as she walked the blue carpet at Odeon Luxe in Leicester Square.

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6 h. ago Inside the 'dark side' of tourist destination where a British woman was forced to pay thousands to rescue animals from 'death camp for dogs'

WARNING GRAPHIC CONTENT: Former military woman Claire Steele was brought into the 'dark side' of the nation, where dogs endure the most horrific conditions at the hands of people.

Events

7 h. ago Trump says US could play role ‘by air’ in Ukraine security guarantee

President warns Putin will face ‘rough situation’ if Russian president does not co-operate on a peace deal

Politics

7 h. ago Humanitarian aid cuts leave victims of sexual violence in global conflicts without help, UN says

Major cuts in humanitarian aid have left victims of sexual violence in conflicts around the world without lifesaving help as clinics and shelters close

Events

7 h. ago Tiny feet seen dangling out of blanket before little boy, 5, found dead bin

WARNING - DISTRESSING CONTENT: The body of Elyjiah Hearn, five, was discovered inside a bin on July 12 in Los Angeles - a man has since been charged with his murder

Events

8 h. ago Mysterious ancient cross depicting site of Jesus' crucifixion rewrites Christian history

An ancient plaque depicting a cross styled after Golgotha, the site where Christians believe Jesus was crucified, has been uncovered in a surprising location that challenges beliefs.

Politics

8 h. ago Families going abroad warned against using popular cash service

Travel experts have shared some tips for keeping your costs down

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