50 m. ago The restaurants, shops and takeaways with a zero food hygiene rating in Swansea

The rating means 'urgent improvement' is needed

Society

8 h. ago The pill hasn’t been improved in years. No wonder women are giving up on it | Martha Gill

When contraception has stagnated for decades, it is hardly surprising it’s fallen victim to culture wars and a wellness cultSomething is changing when it comes to contraception. Lots of people aren’t using it. Last week we heard that this includes a third of young Irish people. Meanwhile, there has been a significant rise in abortions in England and Wales. Prescriptions for the contraceptive pill in England dropped from 432,600 in 2014 to 188,500 in 2021. And this month data from abortion clinics found that demand is being fuelled by women coming off the pill and using natural methods instead.When the study compared contraception used by women seeking abortions in 2018 and in 2023, it found that the proportion using smartphones to track their menstrual cycle had increased from 0.4% to 2.5%. The use of hormonal contraception among this group fell from 19% to 11%, while the group not using any form of contraception when they became pregnant increased from 50% to 70%. Continue reading...

Politics

9 h. ago UK to see ‘severe weather’ on Sunday before conditions improve, Met Office says

Yellow warnings for wind and rain have been issued for Sunday, with weather conditions expected to improve slightly from Monday, the forecaster said.

Society

10 h. ago Former Wales stars finally enjoy watching again as players 'win back the crowd'

It was another defeat for Wales at the Principality Stadium but it was a much improved showing in the first Test since Warren Gatland's departure

Sport

10 h. ago PlayStation 5 Pro review: Months later and the PS5 Pro is much easier to recommend

The PS5 Pro is much easier to recommend than it was a few months ago, and it might be worth investing as Sony continues to improve older titles.

Politics

11 h. ago Linlithgow MSP welcomes extra funding to help secure future for Grangemouth workers

The First Minister confirmed to the Scottish Parliament that an amendment will be lodged to the Scottish Government’s 2025-26 Budget Bill to allocate an additional £25 million to establish a Grangemouth Just Transition Fund.

Economics

11 h. ago Wales vs Ireland LIVE: Result and reaction from Six Nations as visitors survive scare

Wales 18-27 Ireland: The visitors survived a huge scare in Cardiff against their much-improved hosts

Events

12 h. ago Linlithgow could be moved to Falkirk constituency under Scottish Government plans

The latest proposal ties Linlithgow to a constituency with Falkirk in a the third redraw of new boundary plans.

Politics

12 h. ago What Manchester United coach Ruben Amorim said about Alejandro Garnacho's reaction to being dropped

There was only one change to the Man United team at Everton and they improved when Alejandro Garnacho came on.

Sport

14 h. ago Tottenham XI vs Ipswich: Starting lineup, confirmed team news, injury latest for Premier League today

Injury situation at last improving to bolster Ange Postecoglou’s options

Politics

18 h. ago Best earbuds for gaming to enhance audio and improve reaction times

To make the difference during high-stakes gameplay, Stuart Pritchard earbuds up and gets set for gaming glory

Politics

19 h. ago Tottenham XI vs Ipswich: Predicted lineup, confirmed team news, injury latest for Premier League today

Injury situation at last improving to bolster Ange Postecoglou’s options

Politics

20 h. ago ‘Traditional flavours and modern ideas’ turn Swedish buns into a TikTok delight

The ‘fantasticallly delicious’ semla has gone from a simple Nordic springtime favourite to a Noma-approved delicacyThe earliest version of the Swedish semla was a 16th-century plain bread bun served in a soup of warm milk eaten only on Shrove Tuesday in preparation for the 40-day fast of Lent.It is a far cry from this year’s hit varieties, which include Dubai chocolate (the chocolate bar with a knafeh and pistachio filling that became a TikTok trend) and chokladboll (based on a Scandinavian oat, cocoa and butter ball – a popular fika item). Continue reading...

Politics

21 h. ago How to watch Aston Villa vs Chelsea: TV channel and live stream for Premier League today

Blues must improve but face difficult task against Unai Emery’s side

Sport

22 h. ago Ruben Amorim insists he can HEAR Man Utd improvement on training ground as bold claim made

Manchester United face Everton at Goodison Park for the final time on Saturday lunchtime and Ruben Amorim reckons that the sound of training sessions points to a team that is set to improve

Politics

30 h. ago Cautious optimism over improvements in Wales' NHS waiting times

The health minister said there had been 'positive progress' but admitted there is further to go

Politics

36 h. ago Ruben Amorim 'red flag' that was clear when he arrived is still major issue at Man Utd

Manchester United have barely improved since Gary Neville spotted a glaring problem in Ruben Amorim's first game in charge of the Red Devils, who have endured a wretched season

Politics

36 h. ago GTA 5 PC upgrade – graphical improvements and new cars to come in major new update

GTA 5 on PC is about to get even bigger, with a number of new additions to the game set to bring it up to par with next-gen consoles.

Politics

36 h. ago Benjamina Ebuehi’s recipe for honey nut galettes | The sweet spot

A toffeeish, caramel cream delight all wrapped up in buttery flaky pastryWhenever I think of sweet galettes, my mind usually goes towards something fruity and jammy. However, I’ve decided to break the rules and go in a different direction with a nutty, buttery filling that feels reminiscent of a florentine. I think these fit the bill for a good Sunday lunch pudding, too. Serve warm and still a little gooey with some cold cream. Continue reading...

Politics

38 h. ago Chris Sutton names 'sad thing' about Celtic in the Champions League that means improvement is STILL essential

The Hoops suffered a heartbreaking last-gasp leveller from Alphonso Davies to send the German giants into the last 16

Sport