54 m. ago UK Treasury to review wasteful spending by Whitehall departments

Outside experts will help assess where government initiatives can be more joined-up

Events

56 m. ago How weight loss jabs could increase the cost of meat by up to 20 per cent

A food pricing expert says several pressures are contributing to the rising cost of meat for consumers

Economics

56 m. ago Researchers discover new treatments to prevent growth of two cancers

The research looked at the genes which can cause cancer, with a focus on the bowel and liver

Science

1 hour ago Hair growth treatment product recalled in US over health risk to kids

Both products were sold on Amazon

Society

1 hour ago After the Flood viewers all raise same question after first episode of series two

After the Flood is back for series two on ITV

Events

2 h. ago Thousands raised as heartbreaking tributes paid to man and dog killed in tragic boat fire on Christmas Day

Army veteran Gabriel and his service dog Hugo both perished in the barge fire in Wigan

Events

5 h. ago Houston Texans v New England Patriots: AFC Divisional Round NFL playoff – live

Live updates, 8pm GMT, 3pm ET kick-off at Foxborough Nix out for season after Broncos’ win | And mail GrahamI am going to preface this post by stating that neither the Texans or Patriots will take facing the Broncos’ terrifying defense lightly but Nix’s broken ankle puts them at a huge advantage for making the Super Bowl if they win today. The intensity was surely already going to be sky high, now it feels like it will only be higher still with such a large incentive hanging within reach if they can just snatch the victory.But first, before the spoils of victory can be doled out, the storylines heating up the action in Foxborough. We have the NFL’s likely MVP and New England quarterback Drake Maye v the toughest challenge he has faced this season in Houston’s bone-crunching defense. Continue reading...

Politics

5 h. ago Dragons' Den star Steven Bartlett makes gushing statement about fiancée and shows off huge ring

The Diary of a CEO host and Dragons' Den judge Steven Bartlett is looking forward to a happy future together with wellness expert wife-to-be Melanie Lopes after proposing last year

Politics

6 h. ago Trump is reportedly taking aim at Canada and raising alarms about its ‘vulnerability’

Trump’s expansion of US influence now targets northern neighbor he previously labeled America’s ‘51st state’

Politics

6 h. ago Antonio Conte tears into 'arrogant' Ruben Amorim over treatment of Man Utd star

Antoino Conte has accused ex-Manchester United manager Ruben Amorim of showing 'arrogance' in his treatment of Rasmus Hojlund, who's spending the season on loan at Napoli

Politics

6 h. ago Scots mum with terminal cancer in last chance bid for treatment abroad to see kids grow up

Michelle Gemmell, 39, from Bellshill, said she is facing "life or death" after being told by NHS doctors that there is nothing more they can do for her.

Politics

6 h. ago Why was Jake O’Brien’s goal against Aston Villa ruled out? Everton mixed up in more VAR controversy

O’Brien thought he had broken the deadlock at Villa Park, only to see the linesman’s flag raised for offside

Politics

7 h. ago Two climbers airlifted after cornice collapse on Scots mountain

The alarm was raised on Saturday afternoon when rescue teams raced to an area in the Cairngorms to help the climbers who had fallen.

Politics

7 h. ago Putin ‘may target’ another European nation as NATO unity is tested

An expert has warned the Russian despot Vladimir Putin is not done with his war

Politics

7 h. ago Guatemalan police free hostages in prison as attacks kill 3 officers

No injuries or fatalities were immediately reported following the police action

Events

8 h. ago Arsenal injury latest as Bukayo Saka update emerges with Mikel Arteta plan clear

Arsenal are back in Champions League action this week with Mikel Arteta making an admission over Bukayo Saka's fitness.

Events

8 h. ago Fergie ready to spread her wings as Andrew faces Royal Lodge departure

Sarah Ferguson won't be moving with Andrew to Sandringham despite standing by him through scandals, with expert claiming their bond will endure

Politics

9 h. ago The truth about thyroids: How women are told they're depressed or menopausal when it's actually an underactive thyroid. And others are prescribed drugs they don't even need

Experts say, it can take years for the condition to be diagnosed - with patients, who are usually women, still not being listened to when they go to the doctor,

Events

9 h. ago Simple blood test can predict which breast cancer treatment will work best, study finds

Exclusive: DNA test means patients could be offered most effective treatment first, boosting their chances of beating the diseaseScientists have developed a simple DNA blood test that can predict how well patients with breast cancer will respond to treatment.More than 2 million people globally each year are diagnosed with the disease, which is the world’s most prevalent cancer. Although treatments have improved in recent decades, it is not easy to know which ones will work best for which patients. Continue reading...

Economics

9 h. ago Incredible figure raised in 48 hours for survivors of Bolton crash that killed four

'Together, we will all come out of this strong'

Events