8 m. ago Labour's promise to 'end asylum hotels' backfires as numbers rise by 8,500

The rise came despite an election manifesto pledge to 'end asylum hotels, saving the taxpayer billions of pounds'.

Events

39 m. ago Gene Hackman's daughter makes devastating admission on father's mysterious death

Hollywood great Gene Hackman was found dead with his wife Betsy Arakawa and their beloved dog at their mansion in Santa Fe, New Mexico on Wednesday (February 26)

Events

2 h. ago Graham Norton fans call for BBC to change show name as he's replaced by huge presenter

Fans of Graham Norton are expressing their desires as the beloved host has been replaced by a major new presenter, prompting calls for the BBC to reconsider the name of his iconic show

Politics

2 h. ago 'I visited The Dog House and found out tragic reason owners are giving up their pups'

Amid the cost of living crisis that has ploughed the UK, dog owners have been forced to take their beloved pooch to a rehoming centre for a better chance at life - we hear why

Events

3 h. ago 'Finished in style': Eggheads star Chris Hughes' final appearance on beloved quiz show as he dies aged 77

The 79-year-old's sad passing was confirmed via an official statement on the Eggheads social media page earlier today.

Events

4 h. ago Measles is one of the world's most contagious viruses. Here's what to know and how to avoid it

Measles is rarely seen in the United States, but Americans are growing more concerned about the preventable virus as cases continue to rise in rural West Texas

Politics

4 h. ago Doctors sound alarm as mystery 'crying disease' deaths rise to 60 with 1,000 infected

The World Health Organization has given an update on a mystery outbreak causing international alarm.

Events

4 h. ago Sharp rise in UK young people not in work, education or training

Figures are uncertain but suggest men in particular are struggling to enter slowing labour market

Politics

4 h. ago Gene Hackman's beloved dog found dead in a closet in heartbreaking update

Gene Hackman's German Shepherd was found dead just metres away from his and his wife's partially mummified bodies following their devastating death

Events

5 h. ago 'Slash risk of catching norovirus and stay healthy' with Dr Amir Khan's five tips

With norovirus currently on the rise, Dr Amir Khan has shared five tips to protect yourself from catching the so-called winter vomiting bug and to stay healthy

Events

5 h. ago Councillors clash over 8.9% council tax rise at key budget meeting

'None of us want to see cuts, none of us want to raise council tax, but we have to, we have no choice,' says cabinet member

Economics

5 h. ago Bat Out of Hell review: Meat Loaf musical swoops back to Manchester

You can't go too far wrong with a soundtrack of veritable rock anthems courtesy of Meat Loaf and Jim Steinman.

Politics

5 h. ago Prince William brands Gene Hackman 'genius' as star found 'partially mummified' at home

Prince William has paid tribute to Hollywood actor Gene Hackman who died alongside his wife and their beloved dog at their home in New Mexico

Politics

6 h. ago 'Giving birth is morally wrong': the rise of the antinatal movement in the UK

As Elon Musk champions the pronatal movement in America, the antinatal movement is gathering pace in Britain

Politics

6 h. ago Dumfries and Galloway council tax to rise by nine per cent following budget meeting

The SNP's budget was voted through at today's full council meeting after receiving the backing of Labour councillors.

Economics

6 h. ago AP PHOTOS: Gene Hackman, gruff yet beloved Oscar winner, through the years

Gruff in demeanor yet much beloved, Gene Hackman was one of the finest actors of his generation.

Culture

6 h. ago Lloyds boss gets nearly £2m pay rise amid profit slump and branch closures

Chief executive Charlie Nunn took home £5.6 million last year, boosted by long-term bonus payments tied to Lloyds’s shares.

Economics

7 h. ago Council budget plans to go before councillors as well as opposition's alternative proposal

Plaid Cymru have submitted an amendment which would include a lower council tax rise and more reserves being used to plug the budget gap

Politics

7 h. ago Donald Trump will not force UK to accept chlorinated chicken in trade deal says minister

Environment Secretary Steve Reed said he is 'absolute' that the Government will not accept meat products that uncut British farmers on welfare or environmental standards

Politics

7 h. ago Beloved Manchester chip shop 'couldn't be busier' after announcing devastating news

'The support we've received has been something like a phenomenon'

Politics