15 m. ago Coronation Street fans work out who sent Becky Swain wreath amid 'set

Viewers of the ITV soap are aware that Becky is trying to pull her former partner Lisa Swain's relationship with Carla Connor

Politics

34 m. ago New taproom and pizzeria opens in former home of beloved Manchester restaurant

It's a new name and a new identity, but some people may already know the team behind the concept

Society

36 m. ago Emmerdale Sam Dingle star's life away from soap from real voice to Coronation Street link

Emmerdale's Sam Dingle, played by James Hooton, has been a staple on the ITV soap since 1995

Politics

37 m. ago Brain has five ‘eras’, scientists say – with adult mode not starting until early 30s

Study suggests human brain development has four pivotal ‘turning points’ at around the ages of nine, 32, 66 and 83Scientists have identified five major “epochs” of human brain development in one of the most comprehensive studies to date of how neural wiring changes from infancy to old age.The study, based on the brain scans of nearly 4,000 people aged under one to 90, mapped neural connections and how they evolve during our lives. This revealed five broad phases, split up by four pivotal “turning points” in which brain organisation moves on to a different trajectory, at around the ages of nine, 32, 66 and 83 years. Continue reading...

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48 m. ago Scammers target entire street as residents discover their addresses are used for fraud

Paul Harrison, from Warrington, grew 'increasingly worried' his identity was being stolen when mysterious letters and bank cards came flying through his letter box in January.

Events

67 m. ago Milkshake and latte lovers brace for price hikes as Labour extends 'sugar tax' to raise £100m

Wes Streeting is poised to announce that the exemption for pre-packaged milk-based drinks is being scrapped.

Economics

68 m. ago Thailand deploys navy to help flood victims as death toll rises after record rainfall

Thirteen people have died in the floods in southern Thailand

Events

75 m. ago Billionaire attacked by thieves on Lime bikes for £100,000 watch in Battersea street

Tycoon Vinod Sekhar praised his ‘lioness’ wife who fought back against muggers, as he warned others not to where expensive watches in public

Economics

78 m. ago AD FEATURE: Your guide to magical festive days out with National Trust Cymru

Castles and houses adorned with decorations, breathtaking light projections, family trails, and festive markets - magical adventures await in South Wales this Christmas

Politics

81 m. ago Terrifying moment driver goes WRONG WAY down M6 and straight into oncoming traffic

THIS is the terrifying moment a driver goes the wrong way down the M6 motorway and straight into oncoming traffic. Dashcam footage shows a red Ford Fiesta driving down a service station slip road in the wrong direction, straight into oncoming traffic on the M6 in the afternoon of November 18. The driver left Welcome...

Events

89 m. ago Royal Mail announces major change affecting all UK cities this Christmas

Many British high streets are set for change as traditional red post-boxes are replaced.

Politics

97 m. ago Every 10 minutes a woman or girl is killed by a partner or family member, UN finds

The United Nations has released a report on femicide showing that one woman or girl is killed by a partner or family member almost every 10 minutes, with rates refusing to fall.

Events

97 m. ago Crick: A Mind in Motion by Matthew Cobb review – the charismatic philanderer who changed science

Genius and arrogance play leading roles in a new biography of the man who helped uncover the structure of DNAMost people could tell you that Francis Crick, together with James Watson, discovered the double helix structure of DNA, and shaped our understanding of how genes work. Fewer know that Crick also played a key role in modern neuroscience and inspired our continuing efforts to understand the biological basis of consciousness.Crick once said the two questions that interested him most were “the borderline between the living and the non-living, and the workings of the brain”, questions that were usually discussed in religious or mystical terms but that he believed could be answered by science. In his new biography of the Nobel prize-winning scientist, Matthew Cobb, emeritus professor of zoology at the University of Manchester, does an admirable job of capturing the rare thinker who not only set himself such ambitious goals but made remarkable progress...

Politics

97 m. ago Cammy Devlin knows Hearts reaction will be scrutinised as he refuses to take proud Pittodrie moment for granted

Devlin is encouraged by the Jambos' display against Aberdeen despite the result as he looks to bounce back against Motherwell

Politics

99 m. ago Coronation Street's Sally Dynevor undergoes a £1,495 private full body scan for 'peace of mind' after battling breast cancer

The Coronation Street star, 62, was diagnosed with breast cancer in 2009 after finding a lump when she was 46.

Economics

1 hour ago 'Fed up': Minister slams talk of coronation for Wes Streeting after coup against Keir Starmer

The Health Secretary’s allies are said to be pushing for him to be installed as Labour leader, and PM, rather than a contest against a Left-winger such as Angela Rayner

Politics

1 hour ago Milkshakes and lattes expected to be hit by Government sugar tax

Chancellor Rachel Reeves announced plans to extend the sugar tax in her autumn budget last year.

Politics

2 h. ago Moment driver gets fellow motorist in a headlock during road rage fight on London street

Footage shows a man dressed in a cream jumper confronting a motorist on Baker Street in Marylebone as hordes of drivers sat in standstill traffic on Sunday night.

Transport

2 h. ago More than 2,000 children disappear in social services care each year, report finds

A new report that reveals the rate at which vulnerable children go missing in the care of social services has exposed safeguarding failures, charities say

Events

2 h. ago Coronation Street spoilers next week see Theo and Todd twist before huge decision

Coronation Street's Todd Grimshaw will be forced to hide in his flat next week after suffering injuries from his abusive partner Theo Silverton

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