4 h. ago Terrified city goes to extreme lengths to protect itself from huge volcano set to explode

Nearly 300,000 residents of a US city have been told to prepare for a volcano that 'is about to erupt.'

Events

7 h. ago Business confidence sinks as firms weigh twin impact of US tariffs and tax rises

A poll of UK bosses indicated that sentiment is at its lowest point since late 2022, when inflation was surging to historically high levels.

Economics

8 h. ago Trumpflation! Price of Sony PlayStation 5 consoles jumps 10% in the UK because of 'challenging economic environment' in wake of US tariffs

Sony said the 'tough decision' had been made because of 'a challenging economic environment, including high inflation and fluctuating exchange rates'.

Economics

9 h. ago Nintendo Switch 2 price complaints go quiet as Sony announce PS5 price increase

The upshot of Sony making its PS5 console more expensive is that the Switch 2 actually becomes a more affordable console by comparison – here's why you might want to take another look

Politics

9 h. ago CIA files detail Cold War UFO encounter where 'aliens turned Soviet troops to stone'

The KGB report claims Soviet soldiers fired and shot down a flying saucer, but were then killed when the aliens onboard fired upon them with a weapon that turned them to stone

Events

11 h. ago Climate crisis has tripled length of deadly ocean heatwaves, study finds

Hotter seas supercharge storms and destroy critical ecosystems such as kelp forests and coral reefsThe climate crisis has tripled the length of ocean heatwaves, a study has found, supercharging deadly storms and destroying critical ecosystems such as kelp forests and coral reefs.Half of the marine heatwaves since 2000 would not have happened without global heating, which is caused by burning fossil fuels. The heatwaves have not only become more frequent but also more intense: 1C warmer on average, but much hotter in some places, the scientists said. Continue reading...

Events

13 h. ago Bruce Willis’ daughter Scout recalls ‘full circle moment’ with Aaron Carter before his death in new documentary

Aaron and Nick’s rise to fame is explored in ‘The Carters: Hurts to Love You’

Events

13 h. ago NADINE DORRIES: This is what the Real Housewives of Cheshire really did to my wonderful home... and why I fear my new haven in the Cotswolds is next

Have you heard of Gorpcore? No, neither had I until visitors from the North West told me about the latest 'fashion' trend in my old haunts of Prestbury and Alderley Edge in Cheshire.

Society

13 h. ago Bloodthirsty migrant gang's evil power drill torture of terrified woman 2,000 miles from the border shows no American is safe

Two men charged with the victim's kidnapping and attempted murder used the power drill on the woman's hand to force her to turn over financial information, authorities in the Seattle area allege.

Events

13 h. ago Beat the PS5 price rise: The best deals available before cost increase

Grab Sony’s powerful gaming machine for as low as £329, with a free game, before the price rise kicks in

Economics

13 h. ago I watched Cheshire turn into a soulless ocean of booze, catfights and bling. Why the Cotswolds could be next, writes NADINE DORRIES

Have you heard of Gorpcore? No, neither had I until visitors from the North West told me about the latest 'fashion' trend in my old haunts of Prestbury and Alderley Edge in Cheshire.

Politics

14 h. ago Scientists say 'debunked' theory may actually explain cause of autism: 'Not as far fetched as once thought'

In a new study, researchers at the University of Southern California found changes to the gut microbiome caused by diet and antibiotics may increase the risk of autism.

Politics

14 h. ago Top economist urges Reeves to raise basic rate of income tax for first time in 50 years

Institute for Fiscal Studies boss Paul Johnson warned Donald Trump’s trade war is ‘badly buffeting’ the UK economy

Economics

14 h. ago Breakthrough as scientists find new antibiotic for STI 'superbug' on the rise in England

Scientists have found a potential antibiotic for drug-resistant gonorrhoea as cases rise

Politics

15 h. ago Scientists find first new antibiotic for gonorrhoea since the 1990s amid rise in ‘super’ strains

As ‘super gonorrhoea’ rises, researchers warn the STI could become ‘impossible’ to treat

Politics

15 h. ago New gonorrhoea treatment hailed as breakthrough in fight against drug resistance

Researchers say gepotidacin could be delivered via a pill and help combat strains resistant to standard treatmentScientists have hailed a new antibiotic treatment for gonorrhoea, the first in three decades, which they said could help combat the global rise of drug-resistant infections.The sexually transmitted infection can result in serious complications if it is not treated promptly, especially for women, for whom it can lead to increased risks of ectopic pregnancy and infertility. Continue reading...

Economics

15 h. ago Super Gonorrhoea breakthrough as new antibiotic works against mutant STI on the rise in Britain

Scientists discover first new antibiotic for gonorrhoea since the 1990s following warnings 'the world is facing an antibiotic apocalypse' if new drugs not found

Economics

15 h. ago ‘Severe strain’ on tech supply chains will cause more price rises in electronics

Experts say the ongoing uncertainty around Donald Trump’s tariff policy is forcing firms to put prices up – as Sony announced PS5 price rises.

Science

16 h. ago Steven Soderbergh: ‘Erin Brockovich wouldn’t get made today unless you get Timothée Chalamet’

The Oscar-winning director of ‘Ocean’s Eleven’, ‘Out of Sight’ and ‘Magic Mike’ speaks to Adam White about weathering the box office disappointment of his brilliant new film ‘Black Bag’, and his fears for the future – not only when it comes to his career, but Hollywood itself

Politics

16 h. ago Terrified Gayle King SOBS as she arrives for Blue Origin space flight

Gayle, 70, appeared extremely emotional as she prepared to head into the sky on Monday. Cameras caught the TV personality breaking down into tears as it pulled up to the launch site.

Events