14 h. ago ‘We don’t feel safe’: after week of bombings, people in Gaza are losing faith in ceasefire

After initial enthusiasm, people fear ceasefire does not mean end to war but just less frequent, more unpredictable violenceAmeen al-Zein, like many in Gaza, was overjoyed by the news of the ceasefire. It was a rare moment of relief after years of fear and loss. On Tuesday night he gave an interview to a local NGO urging people to return to their homes in northern Gaza now that fighting had stopped. Just half an hour later, Zein was dead, killed in an Israeli bombing on the school where he had been sheltering in Beit Lahia, northern Gaza.He died without being able to fulfil his vow to his wife that they would return to Beit Lahia and pitch a tent over the rubble, eager to be home even if their house was no longer there. Continue reading...

Events

17 h. ago People urged to check DVD collections for titles worth up to £350

If one of these titles is gathering dust on a shelf in your home, you might be tempted to cash it in

Economics

24 h. ago Symptoms as UKHSA warns infection 'can become serious in hours'

People are being urged to familiarise themselves of the symptoms, and to act quickly if they spot them

Events

36 h. ago 'I went on blind date and can't believe what man left behind when going to loo'

A woman has caused outraged after sharing one 'creepy' detail from a date she had with a bloke recently. Now other people are urging her to leave him immediately

Politics

39 h. ago People urged to check old energy accounts for unclaimed credit from previous supplier

Nearly two million closed energy accounts have around £250 million sitting in them unclaimed.

Politics

40 h. ago Martin Lewis calls for urgent action after new price rise for 15million people

But in an open letter to Chancellor Rachel Reeves, Martin Lewis explained how O2 customers will see bills rise by 40% more than they were initially told under the new system

Economics

51 h. ago Consumers urged to reclaim energy credit as £240m sat in old accounts

Ofgem and industry group Energy UK is urging people who may be due money to get in touch with their old supplier.

Economics

3 d. ago People urged not to miss tax deadline this week or face hefty HMRC fine

Advice Direct Scotland provides free and confidential help with tax returns.

Events

3 d. ago Mum buys drapes for daughter's nursery but soon notices inappropriate detail

A mum was left gobsmacked after noticing an inappropriate detail printed on the drapes that she'd hung up in her baby daughter's nursery, and people are urging her to keep it

Events

3 d. ago Gardener urges people to do one thing with pumpkins to help wildlife and gardens

Autumn is in full swing with many people decorating their homes and gardens with seasonal produce, especially pumpkins in anticipation of Halloween - though one expert has urged caution

Politics

3 d. ago People told to leave Manchester Central Library as building evacuated

A tanoy has been played inside urging people to leave

Politics

3 d. ago Martin Lewis urges people with money in a savings account to ‘check it now’

The consumer champion explains two things happening right now which make it crucial for savers to check their interest rate.

Economics

4 d. ago BBC Morning Live Doctor urges people over 45 to ask GP for 1 thing if they can’t sleep

The much-loved doctor has asked people to also try a few things before bed to help them sleep

Society

4 d. ago Common mascara 'mistake' everyone with blue eyes keeps making

Beauty experts have revealed the difference black and brown mascara can make on your overall appearance - as people with blue eyes are urged to consider making a change

Politics

5 d. ago Woman issues stark warning about 'out of date' hot water bottles

A woman left severely scalded after a hot water bottle 'exploded' over her has urged people to be aware of the risks of using the chilly weather staple-including a huge mistake most people are guilty of.

Events

5 d. ago New State Pension age review urged to allow people to claim retirement payments early

Retirement experts are also calling for at least 12 years’ notice before any further State Pension age rises.

Economics

6 d. ago Winter illness alert as NHS says four groups most 'at risk' as cases rise

The NHS has issued an urgent warning to four groups of people who are at "higher risk" of a winter illness

Events

7 d. ago New Covid variant's full list of symptoms including surprising telltale sign

A new variant of Covid-19 is doing the rounds. Medical professionals are urging people to know the symptoms and if they contract it, to stay home for as long as possible

Science

8 d. ago ‘Sycophantic’ AI chatbots tell users what they want to hear, study shows

Scientists warn of ‘insidious risks’ of increasingly popular technology that affirms even harmful behaviourTurning to AI chatbots for personal advice poses “insidious risks”, according to a study showing the technology consistently affirms a user’s actions and opinions even when harmful.Scientists said the findings raised urgent concerns over the power of chatbots to distort people’s self-perceptions and make them less willing to patch things up after a row. Continue reading...

Politics

8 d. ago CNN host Christiane Amanpour battling cancer again and urges people to ‘listen to their bodies’

Journalist has spoken about recurrence of ovarian cancer, four years after initial diagnosis

Events