46 m. ago Critically endangered sea creature rescued after being washed up on Scots beach

Flapper skates are given policy protection under the National Marine Plan.

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69 m. ago Why does Elon Musk want to colonise Mars as SpaceX Starship completes launch?

Musk's huge Starship rocket has completed its 11th test launch.

Technology

2 h. ago He’s been to space, ran NASA and can do 40 pushups at IHOP. Here’s why Bill Nelson thinks Musk must rethink his Mars plan

The former NASA astronaut and the agency’s 14th administrator says it’s not a matter of if we go to the Red Planet — but when

Technology

4 h. ago Watch: SpaceX sends 11th Starship rocket into space in successful test flight

Watch as SpaceX successfully sends its 11th Starship rocket into space from Texas.

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13 h. ago SpaceX launches 11th test flight of Elon Musk’s giant Starship rocket

Musk’s aerospace company wanted the rocket to make it halfway around the world while releasing mock satellites like last time

Technology

14 h. ago Hollyoaks 30th anniversary details in full from wedding showdown to Brookside crossover

Channel 4 soap Hollyoaks marks its 30th anniversary next week and fans can expect a plane drama, a wedding bombshell and the Brookside crossover episode finally airs

Politics

25 h. ago Marcus Rashford told 'nothing is guaranteed' as early Man United transfer plan set

Barcelona have Marcus Rashford playing back to his best on loan from Manchester United, and can sign the England international permanently at the end of this season

Politics

28 h. ago SpaceX to launch Starship today in crucial test of Elon Musk’s Mars plans

Starship Flight 11 follows several setbacks in 2025 that have delayed Nasa’s Moon mission

Technology

48 h. ago M&S shoppers' outrage after noticing one thing about Christmas food range

As Christmas comes closer, people are starting to plan out their menu for the special day. But Marks & Spencer's shoppers have been left outraged after noticing one thing about this year's Christmas food range

Politics

61 h. ago Starmer heading to world leaders summit to mark Gaza peace plan

The Prime Minister will pay ‘particular tribute’ to Donald Trump, who is reportedly attending the gathering on a wider visit to the Middle East.

Politics

3 d. ago A catastrophic stock market crash may be just around the corner. This is how I'm protecting myself, says money expert RACHEL RICKARD STRAUS... and if you're wise you'll follow my survival plan too

On paper it looks like I've discovered the perfect investment strategy. The value of my portfolio is up a stonking 20 per cent this year - and that's on top of a 21 per cent return the year before.

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3 d. ago The day that Margaret Thatcher nearly died: How first female PM was almost killed in fog

It was December 22, 1984 and Mrs Thatcher's RAF VC-10 had spent nearly 20 hours in the air, returning from high-stakes talks in China over the future of Hong Kong .

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5 d. ago Martin Tyler, 80, shuts down retirement claims as Sky Sports legend vows to commentate ‘until I fall off the gantry’

MARTIN TYLER has shut down retirement claims and vowed to commentate “until I fall off the gantry.” The “voice of the Premier League” left his role at Sky Sports in June 2023 after 33 years as their lead commentator. Fans were left saddened when Tyler’s contract was not renewed, with the veteran bringing them many...

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6 d. ago Liverpool hatch Marc Guehi transfer plan as three rivals hold 'advantage' for deal

Liverpool were on the verge of signing Marc Guehi from Crystal Palace on transfer deadline day only for the move to collapse at the eleventh hour when the Eagles pulled the plug

Economics

6 d. ago Four months of essential works to cause disruption around key Welsh town

The works will be in place between November March next year and there are plans for a public meeting

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7 d. ago Global renewable energy generation surpasses coal for first time

Record solar expansion and steady wind growth driving world’s shift away from fossil fuels in 2025, report findsThe world’s wind and solar farms have generated more electricity than coal plants for the first time this year, marking a turning point for the global power system, according to research.A report by the climate thinktank Ember found that in the first six months of 2025, renewable energy outpaced the world’s growing appetite for electricity, leading to a small decline in coal and gas use. Continue reading...

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7 d. ago ‘Dereliction of duty’ not to plan for Covid school closures – academy boss

Former DfE director general for schools Sir Jon Coles said his trust got on planning for school closures in March 2020 before receiving direction

Politics

8 d. ago London's IPO recovery gathers pace as digital bank Shawbrook reveals listing plans

Announcement is latest of flurry of flotation plans that has breathed life into the City’s new issues market

Economics

8 d. ago Gaza ceasefire talks live: Israeli airstrikes continue with negotiations due to begin in Egypt

Negotiators from the US, Israel and Hamas are set to begin talks, as the US president said the first phase should be completed this weekIsrael continues Gaza bombardment as Trump plan negotiators arrive in CairoEgyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi has praised Donald Trump’s Gaza plan, saying it could mark the start of a path towards stability in the region.In an address to mark the 1973 war between Israel and Egypt that led to the end of Israel’s occupation of the Sinai peninsula, Sisi said on Monday:I can only extend my praise and appreciation for US President Donald Trump for his initiative that seeks a ceasefire in Gaza after two years of war, genocide, killing and destruction.A ceasefire, the return of prisoners and detainees, the reconstruction of Gaza and the launch of a peaceful political process that leads to the establishment and recognition of the Palestinian state means we are on the right path to lasting peace and stability. Continue reading...

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8 d. ago FTSE 100 Live 06 October: Aston Martin warning, lender confirms IPO plan

London’s new listings mini-boom gathered pace today when digital bank Shawbrook said it is planning an IPO.

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