13 h. ago The threat of Trump is vast. But don’t underestimate incremental change | Michael Brownstein

The work of making change is difficult. Most of it is boring, unsexy and, at best, modestly incremental from day to dayDonald Trump is attempting to dismantle American constitutional democracy before our eyes. For the past six weeks, many of us have been telling ourselves we have to do something about this before it’s too late. And yet many people who feel this way – no matter how outraged they are or how genuinely worried they are about our country’s future – are doing very little but handwringing and doomscrolling.Elected leaders in the Democratic party are mostly failing to provide inspiration for people who are alarmed about the president’s actions. The protest paddles they held up at Trump’s speech before a joint session of Congress underscored the fact that they’re flailing more than they’re leading. Meanwhile, for most of us, the chance to vote again is almost two years away. Continue reading...

Politics

13 h. ago Scientists reveal the reason retirees abroad may suffer 'black spot in paradise' as study shows retired people who move abroad are more likely to feel lonely

Many senior citizens dream of retiring overseas in a warmer, less expensive country - but researchers in the Netherlands said loneliness can be a 'black spot in paradise'.

Politics

34 h. ago Age milestones at which people are most likely to ‘feel old’ revealed

Aegon, which released the research, found that only 16% of adults have taken action to prepare for life after they reach 50 years old.

Politics

54 h. ago Whatever happened to Choppers the PG Tips chimp? Scots scientists reveal animal's remarkable story with cutting edge technology

It was a chimpanzee beloved by Brits throughout the 1970s as it became the star of the PG Tips advert.

Science

57 h. ago Nicola Sturgeon: Society will look back and feel shame about vilification of trans people

Former first minister regrets “inability to debate things civilly” and says she takes her share of responsibility

Politics

68 h. ago Donald Trump's humiliating own goal as Elon Musk suffers £115billion loss since inauguration

Donald Trump has associations with some of the wealthiest people on the planet, including Elon Musk, but they may feel somewhat disgruntled now, it is understood

Economics

3 d. ago Scientists reveal common food could make children 'more sociable and kinder'

Eating enough of one food could be linked to children being social and kind, a study has found

Society

3 d. ago ‘I cried about my breast cancer – but I didn’t throw a pity party’: Anastacia on hardship, hits and humour

Twenty-five years after her debut album, the star is still loving life as a ‘continual working girl’. She talks about menopause, mastectomy and her bizarre failure to crack her native AmericaAfter Anastacia had a double mastectomy in 2013, she began to joke about it. “It was wild to look at myself. I said: ‘My boobs look like this!’” She peers at me with her eyes screwed shut. We are sharing a sofa in a photographic studio in London. I’m not sure what she means, but she belts out, “No eyeballs!” (Typically, nipples come towards the end of reconstructive surgery.) Even in hospital, “I would make jokes and be funny,” she says. “I’m lucky.” Lucky isn’t how many people would feel after getting breast cancer for the second time, but preventive surgery was her choice and, she says, “I can accept it when I find humour in it. Being able to take the mick out of myself and my toxic titties! – See! There you go! – it takes the sting out of it.”Anastacia has always been like this, she says. Bac...

Events

4 d. ago How are oil spills contained? Scientists reveal how floating barriers, chemicals, and even giant SPONGES can be used

As a crashed oil tanker in the Humber Estuary sparks concerns of an environmental disaster, scientists reveal how the spill could be contained.

Science

4 d. ago Gardeners urged 'do these' 3 things in March to keep roses free from 'springtime' disease

Roses can suffer from black spot disease which spreads at this time of year, but three easy tasks will prevent it

Politics

4 d. ago As Samantha X, I was the world's most famous escort earning $1,500 an hour. Retirement is boring... but there's a reason I can't go back

When Amanda travelled to Australia and became a high-profile escort, she discovered a new life of luxury. Now retired, she longs for her former existence and struggles to cope with her true identity.

Politics

5 d. ago Crumble, cookies and madeleines – recipes of hope for Iran’s jailed women

Sepideh Gholian’s diary of prison life came out four years ago. Next month, she will publish a cookbook to honour her fellow inmatesMaziar Bahari used to feel sceptical when people talked of the way that books can change lives. Such statements always seemed like so much hyperbole to him.But when Sepideh Gholian, one of Iran’s most famous political prisoners, came into his life, everything changed. “If anyone wants to know why writing matters, her book is the best example,” says Bahari, a London-based journalist, documentary maker and the founder of the news website IranWire. Continue reading...

Society

6 d. ago Scientists reveal shocking experiences that took them from atheists to believers in God

While many scientists are self-proclaimed atheists, three have shared the remarkable events that led them to embrace spirituality and the idea that their careers and faith can coexist.

Events

6 d. ago Voices: The real reason I signed up for Strictly and Love Island

Representation is one thing – but normalisation is more important to me, writes reality TV star Tasha Ghouri. I want people like me to feel seen, heard and celebrated

Politics

8 d. ago Dozens seriously ill after 'fake drugs' batch sparks 'police critical incident' in London

A batch of synthetic opioids circulating in London has caused 33 people to feel unwell - with 17 of them needing hospital treatment.

Events

8 d. ago Captain Tom's daughter finally apologises to the public – but there's a catch

Hannah Ingram-Moore issued an apology to the general public, saying "nothing dishonest" happened, but adding she was sorry people "feel misled" following the major controversy

Politics

8 d. ago Sussex residents reveal how they REALLY feel after Meghan Markle insisted people use the county's name when referring to her

Meghan's assertion her surname was Sussex came during the second episode of her Netflix cookery show, With Love, Meghan.

Politics

9 d. ago Coronavirus pandemic 'changing people's attitudes to spending and saving'

A significant number of people want to save money to feel more in control of their financial situation, a survey has found - but at the same time they also want to spend money on experiences

Economics

1 week ago Ancient Britons who built Stonehenge had dark skin, scientists reveal

Darker skin tones may have been the norm in Europe for many centuries longer than previously thought, analysis of human remains suggests

Politics

1 week ago You've been making pancakes wrong! Scientists reveal the ultimate method

With just a few ingredients, you might think that pancakes are a doddle to whip up. But as many home cooks will know, mastering the perfect stack isn't always straightforward.

Politics