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First bacteria we ever meet can keep us out of hospital

Thu, 06/05/2025 - 01:48
For the first time, scientists show how our microbiome forms affects the risk of infection.

First bacteria we ever meet can keep us out of hospital

Thu, 06/05/2025 - 01:48
For the first time, scientists show how our microbiome forms affects the risk of infection.

Badenoch launches review into possible ECHR exit

Thu, 06/05/2025 - 01:01
A review by the shadow attorney general will examine whether the UK should exit certain domestic and international agreements.

'I'm terrified of food - but I can't get specialist eating disorder treatment'

Thu, 06/05/2025 - 00:10
Sinead Quinn says binge eating compulsions have left her a prisoner in her home and that there needs to be reform of NI services.

Maths standards in Wales too low, watchdog says

Wed, 06/04/2025 - 23:00
Watchdog Estyn expresses concern that not enough pupils are reaching their full potential in maths.

Polls to open in Hamilton by-election

Wed, 06/04/2025 - 22:55
The ballot is being held following the death of local MSP and government minister Christina McKelvie.

I wrote autobiography in pub car park - Page

Wed, 06/04/2025 - 20:18
The actress, presenter, podcaster and mother-of-four explains how she managed to write her memoir.

Hainault murder accused wanted to kill, court told

Wed, 06/04/2025 - 17:10
Marcus Monzo is on trial accused of murdering Daniel Anjorin 14, in Hainault last year.

Men 'livestreamed' Russia-linked arson plot, court hears

Wed, 06/04/2025 - 16:31
Around £1m of damage was caused by the blaze at the warehouse, the Old Bailey hears.

Family 'devastated' after body found in search for missing Scot

Wed, 06/04/2025 - 16:25
Greg Monks was reported missing in Albufeira last week after travelling to the resort for a stag party.

Strip search of girl known as Child Q surprised school, hearing told

Wed, 06/04/2025 - 16:06
The then-15-year-old girl was subjected to an intimate search by Metropolitan Police officers.

UK temporarily spared from Trump's 50% steel tariffs

Wed, 06/04/2025 - 15:52
The executive order raises import taxes for US firms buying from other countries - but the levy remains at 25% for the UK.

Winter fuel payment U-turn in place this year, says chancellor

Wed, 06/04/2025 - 14:09
Rachel Reeves says more people will get winter fuel payment "this winter", but details over how many will get it remain unclear.

Criminal appeals body will be reformed 'whatever it takes', says new chair

Wed, 06/04/2025 - 13:58
Dame Vera Baird will review the work of the Criminal Cases Review Commission, which investigates potential miscarriages of justice.

Dad and son in court accused of boy's crash murder

Wed, 06/04/2025 - 13:43
Police are appealing for witnesses following the crash in New Barn Road in Southfleet on Sunday.

Winter fuel payment U-turn in place this year, says chancellor

Wed, 06/04/2025 - 12:20
Chancellor Rachel Reeves says that more people will get winter fuel payment "this winter", but details of who is eligible remain unclear.

Madeleine McCann search goes on but is it 18 years too late?

Wed, 06/04/2025 - 11:58
Searches have resumed in Portugal nearly two decades after the three-year-old went missing.

Man bailed over fires at homes linked to PM

Wed, 06/04/2025 - 11:56
The 48-year-old, who has not been named, was arrested on Monday.

Chancellor announces £15bn for transport projects

Wed, 06/04/2025 - 11:17
Money will be spent on tram, train and bus projects in England across the Midlands, North and West Country.

Abortion laws are Victorian era, says grieving mum

Wed, 06/04/2025 - 10:43
Elen Hughes, who lost her son Danial at 37-and-a-half weeks, says police guidance is "terrible".