77 m. ago Deadly fungus that 'eats you from the inside out' invades US: 'Hundreds of thousands of lives at risk'

The fungus has already infected millions globally, and new projections suggest it could expand its reach into nearly every corner of the US, experts have warned.

Events

4 h. ago The cheap children's sunglasses with little to no UV protection

A third of children's sunglasses bought from popular online marketplaces are unsafe and do not provide the required protection, an investigation has found.

Politics

4 h. ago Northern Ireland scientists lead study aimed at helping identify cancer earlier

The researchers say the study will be the first of its kind to examine prescription information comprehensively in the UK.

Science

6 h. ago Bots rise against Wallace and Gromit as creators warn over AI threat

Aardman Animations said it would struggle to survive if tech companies are allowed to freely use copyrighted material to train AI models unless creative industries 'opt out' of the process

Events

10 h. ago The Guardian view on the Letby case: justice cannot be immune from scrutiny or doubt | Editorial

Even in the most harrowing cases, a fair society must allow for review, and the possibility of judicial errorWhen Lucy Letby was found guilty of murdering seven babies, and attempting to murder seven more, the judge sentenced her to multiple whole-life terms for what he said had been “a cruel, calculated and cynical campaign”. The convictions shook public trust in the NHS and demanded a reckoning with a system and culture that had failed to prevent such horrors. In August 2023, this newspaper urged readers to look beyond individual guilt to the institutional failures that allowed such crimes to go undetected for so long. It remains the case that serious questions must be asked of NHS management and clinical staff in relation to the tragic events at the Countess of Chester hospital.However, justice, like science, should not be afraid to re-examine its conclusions when reasonable doubt or fresh evidence emerge. Since Letby’s conviction, many have questioned the basis of the prose...

Politics

11 h. ago Inside Glastonbury's posh £30k glamping tent costs – with pool and helicopter rides

The Pop-Up Hotel, located outside the Glastonbury Festival site, has unveiled its lavish new plans for 2025 - including a swimming pool and massages

Economics

12 h. ago UFO invasion in Colombia as SECOND mysterious sphere appears in the sky

A mysterious metallic sphere was captured soaring above a field in Colombia, just two months after locals recovered a similar object, many are calling it a UFO.

Events

13 h. ago The herb linked to better memory, lower anxiety and Alzheimer’s protection

Rosemary is more than just a kitchen staple. It’s a natural remedy with ancient roots and modern scientific backing

Politics

13 h. ago Switch 2 gamers can now get top protection to end the dreaded console drop

Accessories firm PowerA have released a series of peripherals and items designed to look after your believed new Switch 2 console to avoid a broken, smashed machine while taking it on-the-go

Politics

14 h. ago ‘It is a better programmer than me’: The harsh reality of being laid off because of AI

“I’m really convinced that anybody whose job is done on a computer all day is over. It’s just a matter of time,” one engineer told Michelle Del Rey

Politics

16 h. ago ‘No way to invest in a career here’: US academics flee overseas to avoid Trump crackdown

Budding scholars pursue overseas jobs amid attacks on education and research, prompting fears of an American brain drainEric Schuster was over the moon when he landed a lab assistant position in a coral reef biology lab at the Scripps Institute of Oceanography (SIO). The 23-year-old had recently graduated with a bachelor’s degree in nanoengineering from the University of California, San Diego, into a fiercely competitive job market. He felt like he’d struck gold.But the relentless cuts to scientific research and attacks on higher education by the Trump administration have turned what felt like a promising academic future into unstable ground. Continue reading...

Politics

17 h. ago Thousands of NHS patients ‘to be denied breakthrough Alzheimer’s drugs’

Drugs that slow progression of Alzheimer’s don’t provide enough benefit to justify substantial cost for NHS, regulator has said

Events

17 h. ago China haunts Bilderberg talks as usual suspects plot world domination

The corporate, political and tech bigwigs meeting in Sweden are worried about an ‘authoritarian axis’ – maybe AI drones will fix things?Deep within the glittering bowels of Stockholm’s fanciest hotel, grave ruminations on the future of the world are taking place.A heady throng of tech billionaires, ministers, corporate titans and the king of the Netherlands have convened in Sweden for the 71st Bilderberg meeting – the publicity-shy annual policy conference that has long sustained conspiracy theorists – hosted this year by the fabulously wealthy Wallenberg family. Continue reading...

Politics

18 h. ago ‘Modest fashion’ headed for mainstream despite political hostility, say experts

Surging demand for looser styles with high necklines comes amid politicians’ criticism of burqa and the hijabFashion influenced by Islam and other religions is expected to become “mainstream” globally, in spite of politicians singling out the burqa and the hijab, as the rise of “modest fashion” is powered by influencers, luxury brands and big tech.The Conservative leader, Kemi Badenoch, has said employers should be able to ban staff from wearing face coverings, before adding that she was not in favour of a government ban. Continue reading...

Politics

19 h. ago Mysterious 'flying saucer' in the Sahara Desert is discovered on Google Maps

Keen-eyed internet sleuths have spotted what they claim is a 'flying saucer' buried in the Sahara Desert.

Politics

19 h. ago Handlebar, Walrus, or 70s? Expert reveals how to find the right moustache for your face shape

Picking the right moustache one can seem like a minefield. But don't worry, chaps - as it turns out particular variations suit certain face shapes.

Politics

19 h. ago Sky faces another new rival that will offer UK homes a free way to watch TV

Sky is facing stiff competition from the new Freely TV service and now there are even more screens that feature this streaming service.

Politics

22 h. ago Upgrade your tablet, earphones and smartwatch for £0 as retailer dishes out Samsung freebies

The tech bundle includes a Galaxy Watch7, Galaxy Buds3 Pro and Galaxy Tab A9+ worth nearly £600

Economics

22 h. ago Prevent hair loss and thinning with the CurrentBody LED hair growth helmet Vicky Pattison uses

Vicky Pattison recently shared with fans the beauty gadget she's been swearing by to encourage stronger, healthier hair while reducing hair loss and thinning

Society

23 h. ago Vicky Pattison uses this CurrentBody LED hair growth helmet to prevent hair loss and thinning

Vicky Pattison just shared with fans she's been loving this LED hair growth helmet from CurrentBody that promises to reduce hair thinning and hair loss, for healthier, longer locks

Society