UK households to get £15bn for solar and green tech to lower energy bills

The ambitious plan, first mooted in 2024 amidst a "national emergency" of soaring energy costs, has taken two years to solidify into its final published form. At its core, the…

Starmer speaks to Burnham after by-election row

Speaking to reporters aboard his plane en route to China, Sir Keir firmly refuted allegations that Burnham had been informed in advance of the party’s intention to block his candidacy.…

Growing number of adults avoid booze, NHS survey suggests

A significant shift in societal drinking habits is underway in England, with new figures from a government-backed NHS health survey revealing that almost a quarter of adults are now choosing…

Amazon accidentally sends email confirming layoffs

US technology giant Amazon has inadvertently confirmed a new wave of global layoffs through an email that was apparently sent in error. The communication, a draft message penned by Colleen…

EasyJet ad banned for claiming bags available for £5.99

The complaint was initially brought to the ASA’s attention by the influential consumer group Which?, which has consistently campaigned against what it perceives as deceptive pricing practices among airlines. Which?…

Heat pumps: How do they work, what do they cost and are they noisy?

The UK government’s ambitious Warm Homes Plan has earmarked a substantial £15 billion to assist households across the nation in adopting green technologies, including the increasingly popular heat pumps. This…

‘OCD made me feel terrified’: Here’s how to spot the signs

Have you ever sat in a boring meeting and a fleeting, unsettling thought pops into your head: "What if I just started shouting?" Or perhaps while driving, a chilling scenario…

Mounjaro stolen from St Albans pharmaceutical company.

A significant quantity of the highly sought-after weight loss medication, Mounjaro, has been stolen from a pharmaceutical distribution centre in St Albans, Hertfordshire. The theft occurred shortly before 18:40 GMT…

Victoria: Australia firefighters battle ’emergency level’ blazes

The extreme heat conditions are presenting "incredibly difficult" challenges for the brave firefighters working tirelessly to contain the infernos, as stated by Chris Hardman, Chief Fire Officer at Forest Fire…

Aptamil infant formula batch recalled in UK over toxin discovery.

Parents across the United Kingdom are being urgently advised to cease feeding their infants a specific batch of Aptamil First Infant Formula, manufactured by the global food giant Danone. This…