Is UK facing drought for second summer in a row?

Summer in the United Kingdom has, thus far, been exceptionally challenging, marked by prolonged periods of intense heat and a significant lack of rainfall across many regions. The nation has…

Manufacturing: How trainees combine tech and age-old skills

Ollie Priestley is not just doing any mechanical apprenticeship; he’s embarking on a "heritage vehicle technician" apprenticeship at specialist car restoration business Tolman. At 29, Priestley is honing the skills…

US launches fresh strikes on Iran, as Trump warns of retaliation for death of soldiers

In a dramatic escalation of tensions that has plunged the Middle East into a state of heightened alert, the United States military announced on Tuesday that it had commenced a…

Louise Haigh: Labour power broker behind Burnham’s rise

Louise Haigh had enjoyed a stratospheric political rise before her ministerial career came to a juddering halt shortly after Labour’s return to power, a dramatic turn of events that saw…

Canadian wildfires rage as Trump warns Carney again over ‘poisoning’ US air

The smoke event transformed vibrant cityscapes into eerie, sepia-toned scenes, prompting schools to cancel outdoor activities, airlines to delay or divert flights, and health officials to issue urgent warnings for…

Mammalian meat allergy: The allergy that can make daily activities deadly

Diagnosed MMA cases have seen a steady increase since 2007, when an Australian doctor first identified the link between the allergy and tick bites. Now, scientists and advocates are issuing…

Key takeaways as Andy Burnham becomes PM

Andy Burnham has officially taken the reins as the UK’s Prime Minister, succeeding Sir Keir Starmer, a transition that marks a significant shift in British politics and concludes a turbulent…

Ofcom unable to take further legal action against suicide forum

Ofcom, the UK’s communications regulator, has announced it is unable to pursue further legal action against a pro-suicide forum, a decision met with profound disappointment and criticism from anti-suicide campaigners…

Kevin Keegan: Liverpool legend and former Newcastle United and England manager dies aged 75

Former England captain and manager Kevin Keegan has died at the age of 75, seven weeks after he revealed he had been diagnosed with stage four cancer, his family have…

Prime Minister Andy Burnham promises help with your money. How could it affect you?

In his inaugural address as Prime Minister, Andy Burnham has pledged to provide the British public with much-needed "breathing space" to navigate the persistent pressures of the cost of living…