54 m. ago Trans people 'considering fleeing Britain and claiming asylum abroad' after Supreme Court gender ruling, Labour peer claims

Lord Cashman made the claim in a debate in the House of Lords on Thursday saying people were looking to leave the country after the Supreme Court's ruling last week.

Events

55 m. ago Met Police Federation chair sacked by union after ‘race row’ TV interview

Rick Prior said his members were increasingly nervous about challenging people from some ethnic minorities

Events

78 m. ago Neurologist's stark warning over drug millions take increasing dementia risk

Neurologists have discovered that a common household drug, which has been previously linked to higher risk of stroke, broken bones and kidney disease, could increase dementia risk

Events

84 m. ago Who will be the next pope? Vatican expert explains Conclave predictions

Pope Francis' funeral takes place on Saturday, April 26

Science

86 m. ago James Cleverly declines to rule out another shot at Tory leadership: 'I just say, never say never again'

He urged the Conservatives to stop ‘obsessing’ about Reform UK

Politics

89 m. ago Putin names his most wanted Brits in new Kremlin list – see if you made the cut

Several British MPs and MPs have been placed on a new list of people Russian President Vladimir Putin hates, as he grows angry over how the country is perceived outside of his conclave

Politics

91 m. ago Man refuses to give up window plane seat for honeymoon couple and others agree

A man has been praised after he refused to give up his plane seat for a couple on their honeymoon - but many people said he was in the wrong

Politics

93 m. ago DWP confirms PIP changes won't apply to group of 700,000 people

Minister for Social Security and Disability Sir Stephen Timms, has confirmed that people of state pension age won't be impacted by the changes to PIP

Politics

2 h. ago Pakistan and India exchange fire as UN calls for ‘maximum restraint’

Countries trade blows across line of control in disputed Kashmir as tensions rise after deadly shootingTroops from Pakistan and India exchanged fire overnight across the line of control in disputed Kashmir, officials have said, after the UN urged the nuclear-armed rivals to show “maximum restraint” after a deadly shooting in the region.Relations have plunged to their lowest level in years, with India accusing Pakistan of supporting “cross-border terrorism” after gunmen carried out the worst attack on civilians in contested Muslim-majority Kashmir for a quarter of a century. Continue reading...

Events

2 h. ago In Brazil, the right creates precarious workers, and precarious workers prefer the right – but the cycle can be broken | Rodrigo Nunes

Rodrigo Nunes, a senior lecturer in political theory, explains how delivery drivers are taking to the street to demand better pay and conditions, while worker-owned delivery app services are thrivingOn 1 April, Brazilian couriers organised a day of action in which thousands of workers engaged in pickets and protests in at least 60 cities, with places such as São Paulo reporting a sharp drop in deliveries. While companies are yet to respond to the demands for better pay and conditions, the mobilisation was a clear step-up for a process of national organisation that began in 2020.Between 2016 and 2021, the number of people working for delivery apps in Brazil rose by 979.8%, with the number of delivery and passenger drivers in the sector now around 1.4 million. This boom coincides with the period in which the country finally felt the effects of the post-2008 recession. Economic decline, corruption and the impeachment of the then president, Dilma Rousseff, ended 13 years of successful l...

Politics

2 h. ago ‘I am the organiser of the most inclusive, supportive marathon in the world’

Phil Roberton is the organiser of the Flawed Hero Marathon, an event which champions inclusivity.

Politics

2 h. ago Urgent search for missing man last spotted in Scots town as fears grow

Anyone who can help is asked to call Police Scotland on 101, quoting reference number 2565 of Thursday, 24 April 2025.

Events

2 h. ago Davina McCall’s hairstylist on how to know if you’ll suit a fringe and what to go for

Celebrity stylists share their expert tips and tricks on getting a fringe.

Politics

2 h. ago 'I was only 23... I'd urge anyone who suspects something isn't right to see a GP and be persistent'

Alexia Strickson has urged people to be vigilant around skin cancer after her own close call

Politics

2 h. ago UN urges India and Pakistan to use restraint as tensions soar after Kashmir attack

The United Nations has urged India and Pakistan to exercise “maximum restraint” after they ramped up a tit-for-tat diplomatic offensive following a deadly attack on tourists in Indian-controlled Kashmir

Events

3 h. ago BBC Antiques Roadshow guest politely nods as 'beautiful' inherited bird cage worth fortune

aN Antiques Roadshow expert was thrilled when a guest showed him a stunning bird cage that she had inherited from her husband's family - and, unbeknown to her, it was worth thousands.

Culture

3 h. ago Pakistan threatens to freeze crucial peace treaty with India amid Kashmir tourist massacre fallout

Pakistan's warning to India comes after New Delhi blamed Islamabad for a deadly attack that killed 26 people, mostly tourists, in disputed Kashmir

Events

3 h. ago Scientists call for 'urgent attention' after discovering harmful potential effects of Ozempic

Blockbuster weight loss drugs like Ozempic could leave users at a higher risk of depression and suicidal thoughts, a groundbreaking new study has shown.

Politics

3 h. ago Woman having twins receives brutal response after sharing list of baby names

People were left horrified at a list of potential monikers a woman was going to use for her boy and girl twins when they were born, admitting they were going to have the same name

Politics

3 h. ago Mum urges all parents to do one thing after girl started seeing spots

Sophie says the routine should 'be normal' for all children

Politics