77 m. ago Microplastics hinder plant photosynthesis, study finds, threatening millions with starvation

Researchers say problem could increase number of people at risk of starvation by 400m in next two decadesThe pollution of the planet by microplastics is significantly cutting food supplies by damaging the ability of plants to photosynthesise, according to a new assessment.The analysis estimates that between 4% and 14% of the world’s staple crops of wheat, rice and maize is being lost due to the pervasive particles. It could get even worse, the scientists said, as more microplastics pour into the environment. Continue reading...

Economics

1 hour ago Sir Jim Ratcliffe claims Man Utd would be bankrupt by CHRISTMAS without cost

Manchester United part-owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe has come under increasing pressure for a raft of cost-cutting measures at Old Trafford - but he insists they are necessary

Economics

2 h. ago 'Silent' heart attack symptoms often mistaken for another condition

Silent heart attacks, as the name suggests, can strike without any noticeable symptoms and can go unnoticed for a long time, which increases the risk of further complications

Events

3 h. ago New Boyzone documentary reveals ‘damaging’ rise to fame – here’s how to watch

The documentary is set to be an explosive look at what life was like for the boyband

Politics

3 h. ago Best sunglasses for skiing and snowboarding, tried and tested

Stylish options to wear when weather permits

Politics

3 h. ago Vile people abusing dogs for 'reason our ancestors didn't have to deal with'

EXCLUSIVE: Paige Reaney avoided jail last week after admitting to having intercourse with her pet pug Charlie and experts say modern trends could be to blame for an increase in the warped incidents

Economics

3 h. ago British tourist detained by US authorities for 10 days over visa issue

Backpacker Rebecca Burke was handcuffed and taken to a detention facility in WashingtonA British tourist on a four-month backpacking trip around North America has been detained by Immigration and Customs Enforcement in the US for 10 days after trying to enter the country via the Canadian border.Rebecca Burke, 28, a graphic artist from Monmouthshire, was on a four-month backpacking trip around North America, and had tried to cross into the state of Washington when she was refused entry. Continue reading...

Culture

4 h. ago Liverpool dressing room’s opinion on Arsenal title race as Darwin Nunez speaks out

Liverpool striker Darwin Nunez was on the scoresheet in the 3-1 win over Southampton on Saturday, but he's refusing to get carried away with the Reds' lead at the top

Sport

4 h. ago 18 best fans for 2025: Tried and tested models to help you stay cool

Be prepared for when temperatures rise, with these home heroes

Politics

4 h. ago How PIP could be changing as Labour ‘looks to cut £5 billion’ from the benefit

Estimates of Labour cuts continue to rise as Labour MPs grapple with ministers

Economics

4 h. ago Ontario slaps 25% increase on electricity exports to U.S. in response to Trump's trade war

Ontario’s premier, the leader of Canada’s most populous province, is now charging 25% more for electricity shipped to 1.5 million Americans in response to U.S. President Donald Trump’s tariff plan

Politics

4 h. ago Roman's 'easy to wear' £30 cropped trousers shoppers are buying in multiple colours

The stylish culottes are made from a comfortable stretch fabric and come in 10 colours

Economics

5 h. ago Celebrity chef hits out at Meghan Markle’s ‘terrible’ Netflix show and claims he refused consulting role

‘With Love, Meghan’ has been renewed for a second season with new episodes set to release this fall

Events

5 h. ago Lewis Ferguson knows the Celtic trigger that will cap off rise to £25m Bologna stardom after frank Rangers admission

The midfielder has enjoyed another impressive campaign in Serie A and will be eyeing another Scotland call up later this month

Economics

5 h. ago Child deaths surge amid ‘Gazafication’ of West Bank, report says

Palestinians facing mass displacements, airstrikes and rise in attacks on children and other civilians, rights group saysIsrael has brought the military tactics of its war in Gaza to the occupied West Bank, where Palestinians face mass forced displacements, a surge in airstrikes and a sharp rise in attacks on children and other civilians, a Palestinian-Israeli rights group has said.B’tselem has detailed the impact of Israel’s most intense operations in the area for at least two decades in a report that describes what it calls the “Gazafication” of Israel’s occupation there. Continue reading...

Events

5 h. ago New TV licence could be introduced for people only watching streaming services

The annual BBC TV licence fee is set to rise to £174.50 in April.

Politics

5 h. ago Family 'increasingly concerned' for missing Scot as cops launch search

Nairn Beattie was last seen in Glenrothes on Saturday, March 8 around 9pm. Police in Fife say his family and friends are becoming “increasingly concerned” for him.

Events

5 h. ago Alan Titchmarsh's avocado warning as he urges Brits to make major breakfast change

One particular fruit that's beloved by Brits is destroying the environment so refuse to eat them, says the gardening expert

Events

6 h. ago New update on calls for people on Carer’s Allowance to be paid £1,600 each month

More than 10,000 people have signed an online petition supporting the proposed increase.

Economics

6 h. ago Typing loudly, wearing AirPods: ‘taskmasking’ is how Gen Z pretends to work at the office

As more companies mandate a return to the office, young workers learn to game the system to take back controlAs employers crack down on hybrid work, insisting that the US corporate class head back to the office, gen Z reckons with a dilemma. How do you appear to look busy enough to appease an ever-present boss?Thirty years ago, Seinfeld’s George Costanza had a theory: “Always look annoyed.” That way, “people think that you’re busy.” Today, performative productivity goes by a new name. Continue reading...

Society