26 m. ago Transportation secretary warns ‘people will lose their lives’ unless US adopts new air traffic control system

Sean Duffy says current infrastructure related to air traffic control is too outdated

Events

72 m. ago ‘Still an open wound’: damning docuseries revisits Vietnam war 50 years on

Netflix series Turning Point: The Vietnam War goes back to retrace a devastating history from multiple perspectivesThis Wednesday, 30 April, marks a full half century since the fall of Saigon. The takeover of the South Vietnamese capital, renamed Ho Chi Minh City, by North Vietnamese forces reunited a country riven by a decades-long civil war that killed more than 3 million civilians – a triumph of one vision of Vietnam’s future at the violent expense of another, with many caught perilously in between.For the US, the fall of Saigon was an indisputable humiliation and the end to what was then its longest war, one that killed over 58,000 servicemen, divided a nation and has only grown more ignominious with time. Fifty years on, the picture is clear: the Americanization of the Vietnam War was an unfathomably costly, poorly run, incomprehensibly horrific folly based on political lies and dubious intelligence. It is taught as a brief but upsetting chapter in American schools – if it’s ta...

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75 m. ago Minister warns against blaming Spain’s blackout on renewable energy

Spain’s environment minister, Sara Aagesen, promises ‘complete audit’ into causes of power outageEurope live – latest updatesSpain’s environment minister has warned against attempts to blame Monday’s unprecedented blackout across the Iberian peninsula on the increasing use of renewable energy, defending the reliability of the national grid and promising a “complete audit” to establish the causes of the outage.Speaking on Wednesday afternoon as a specially designated committee prepared to meet to investigate the blackout, Sara Aagesen pushed back at opposition parties’ claims that the socialist-led government’s drive to embrace renewable energy had compromised the grid’s stability. Continue reading...

Events

81 m. ago Urgent warning over major outbreak of gruesome parasite that causes 'bowel cancer

At least 28 people have been struck down with the microscopic bug in Wales. The infection can pass between animals and humans, as well as from human to human.

Events

83 m. ago 'Frankly ridiculous' trigger warning for Shakespeare's Hamlet: National Theatre cautions viewers over death, grief and madness

To warn or not to warn. That is the question that faced the National Theatre.

Events

83 m. ago Landmark Cat and Fiddle pub closes as huge wildfire rages on nearby moors

The fire service warned smoke is affecting the centre of Buxton, around four miles away

Events

88 m. ago Common medications affected by heatwave as expert warns it 'can be dangerous'

Certain common medications may not mix well with the warm weather warns experts. Here's how to make sure you or elderly family members stay safe in the sunshine

Events

95 m. ago When and where are the local elections 2025 and why aren't they in London?

The elections will determine who will decide on issues such as local services, housing and education within specific areas or regions.

Politics

99 m. ago Holidaymakers warned of 10 food items you can no longer bring back from France

France is a favourite holiday hotspot for UK holidaymakers particularly if you have a motorhome but you need to be aware of a new government ban on food exports

Events

1 hour ago Kanye West’s lost album Donda 2 removed from streaming services hours after release

Some of the record’s producers are apparently threatening the controversial rapper with legal action over his failure to pay them

Politics

1 hour ago 'Do not' warning issued to anyone using a fan to keep cool at night in 'mini heatwave'

You may be tempted to reach for a fan when temperatures soar, but an expert is warning of some of the side effects

Events

2 h. ago Dozens of people ill after suspected outbreak at tourist attraction

"We are working closely with partners to investigate these cases and to understand if there is a wider risk to the public."

Science

2 h. ago Best vacuum cleaner deals for May 2025: Cordless, handheld, robot cleaners and more

Tidy deals on vacuum cleaners to bag right now

Economics

2 h. ago Renfrew councillor calls on Royal Mail to give clarity after sorting office switch

Councillor John Shaw expressed concerns over the decision to move services from the town to Paisley.

Politics

2 h. ago New London police warn of rise in Kia thefts, advise owners how to avoid falling victim

New London police warn of rise in Kia thefts, advise owners how to avoid falling victim  Stamford Advocate

Events

2 h. ago Veteran, 78, fumes at pension credit cuts and says Britain no longer 'Great'

A blind ex-servicewoman, Pauline Cole, has said she is 'very angry and very bitter' after her pension credit was slashed when she received war injury compensation

Politics

2 h. ago Gardeners urged to move their plant pots this week as UK set for 30C sizzle

The hot weather set to hit the UK this Bank Holiday weekend could see temperatures reach 24C, perfect for a beach trip or a barbecue. But gardeners have been warned to move their potted plants

Politics

2 h. ago Child airlifted to hospital after falling 'significant distance' at Scots beauty spot

Emergency services raced to The Hermitage, near Dunkeld in Perth and Kinross, after the alarm was raised on the hottest day of the year so far in Scotland.

Society

2 h. ago Will the run club replace the pub? Why choose when both can help fight a deeper issue?

Could run clubs replace pubs? And does it really matter when they serve the same noble purpose? Asks Harry Bullmore

Politics

2 h. ago Shipyard workers 'not to blame' for CalMac ferry fiasco as union calls for more orders to boost fleet

EXCLUSIVE: The GMB union said Scotland's ageing ferry fleet needed rebuilt in order to provide a better service to island communities.

Politics