68 m. ago Plans for rail line between Birmingham and Manchester 'not reinstatement of HS2'

It comes after plans to extend HS2 were scrapped in 2023 over costs

Politics

68 m. ago Liam Rosenior confirms Chelsea transfer plan and reveals 'good surprise' ahead of January talks

New Blues boss reveals ‘first conversation’ with Stamford Bridge chiefs over transfers

Sport

68 m. ago Chelsea: Liam Rosenior sets January plan for Raheem Sterling and Axel Disasi

‘Bomb squad’ exiles were frozen out under Enzo Maresca

Politics

2 h. ago Grocery chain continuing rapid expansion as shoppers ‘trade down’ to cut costs

The discount chain said in 2024 that it planned to open 800 new stores by 2028

Economics

2 h. ago Attorney General facing backlash over claims he lobbies Keir Starmer in the No 10 flat to water down policies that would curb human rights

Ministers have voiced frustration that Lord Hermer is exploiting his close personal friendship with Keir Starmer to bypass normal Cabinet government.

Events

2 h. ago Plane used in boat strike off Venezuela was painted to look like a civilian aircraft, AP sources say

The plane used by the U.S. military to strike an alleged drug-smuggling boat off Venezuela last fall was painted to look like a civilian aircraft

Events

2 h. ago How China's 'terrifying' new London embassy could house a spy FACTORY and target VERY sensitive cables nearby

How China's 'terrifying' new London embassy could house a spy FACTORY and target VERY sensitive cables nearby  The Sun

Events

2 h. ago Transfer news LIVE! Arsenal have Vinicius Jr plan; Chelsea eye Valverde; Carrick to Man Utd; Gallagher medical

January window in full flow after frantic 24 hours

Sport

3 h. ago Man Utd winners and losers clear as Michael Carrick's plan plunges England star into doubt

Michael Carrick has been appointed as Manchester United's interim head coach and is expected to make major changes to the squad and their tactical approach

Politics

3 h. ago Smithsonian faces a deadline to show Trump its plans for exhibits for America's 250th birthday

The Smithsonian museums are facing a White House deadline to turn over documents on their plans for the country’s 250th birthday and other exhibits

Politics

3 h. ago Starmer set to drop plans to make digital ID mandatory for UK workers

Latest U-turn comes after Labour MPs expressed concern about compulsory nature of proposed scheme

Politics

3 h. ago Manchester United make Darren Fletcher plan after Michael Carrick appointment

Former Man Utd midfielder Darren Fletcher acted as caretaker for two matches after Ruben Amorim's sacking.

Politics

3 h. ago Compulsory digital ID plan axed as Labour performs another U

New identity verification scheme aimed at deterring illegal migration is reportedly to become optional

Politics

3 h. ago 'Spineless' Keir Starmer backtracks on plans for compulsory digital ID cards

As the government struggles to maintain its popularity with the public, Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer has said that plans to introduce digital ID cards have been scrapped

Politics

3 h. ago Tired of the wellness industrial complex? Six rules to ditch – and what to do instead

Dr Ezekiel J Emanuel, a former Obamacare adviser, has deceptively simple advice for living a healthy lifeBeing healthy shouldn’t feel this complicated. Yet every week brings a new wellness fixation, from “fibermaxxing” to “zone 2 training”, creatine and cortisol-hacking.Between prescriptive plans, complex science and often contradictory advice, it can seem like being healthy is a full-time job – or a hopeless cause. Continue reading...

Politics

3 h. ago Swansea student block will be used for people in desperate need of housing

A student living there wondered what would happen to people like her if the plans were approved

Politics

4 h. ago EastEnders double exit 'sealed' as new Max bombshell sparks uproar

EastEnders spoilers for next week's episodes confirm new trouble for Max Branning thanks to Zoe Slater's daughter Jasmine, amid her plan to flee with Oscar Branning

Events

4 h. ago Digital ID 'to be scaled back in major climbdown' after huge backlash

The Government is reportedly set to water down plans to bring in mandatory digital ID after a fierce backlash - sparking accusations the idea is 'doomed to failure'

Politics

4 h. ago Meghan Markle launches $18 leather bookmark handmade by small New Forest brand amid rumours she's planning a return to the UK this year

The Duchess of Sussex has released the latest product in her As Ever range, a limited-edition leather bookmark retailing for $18 (£13.40).

Politics

4 h. ago Plans to slash jury trial will see cases already in backlog diverted to new 'swift courts', minister confirms

MPs heard defendants who have already opted for a jury trial in the Crown court are likely to see their cases reassessed once new legislation has been passed.

Politics