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Work begins to create artificial human DNA from scratch

Thu, 06/26/2025 - 01:09
Scientists start a controversial project to create the building blocks of human life, in what is thought to be a world first.

New test could identify women at higher risk of miscarriage

Thu, 06/26/2025 - 01:01
The test can measure whether an abnormal reaction in the womb could make pregnancy loss more likely.

Touts employ overseas workers to bulk-buy gig tickets

Thu, 06/26/2025 - 00:14
An undercover probe finds workers help touts make money from gigs including Oasis and Taylor Swift.

Patient waited more than 330 hours in emergency department

Thu, 06/26/2025 - 00:00
A senior doctor has described conditions in EDs for staff and patients as "horrific".

Andy Murray: I'm trying to keep my kids off 'damaging' social media

Wed, 06/25/2025 - 22:00
Sir Andy Murray says he is trying to protect his children from "damaging" social media platforms as he supports more action following Katie Boulter's BBC interview.

Stormzy awarded Cambridge University doctorate

Wed, 06/25/2025 - 21:37
The rapper is awarded an honorary degree for helping black students get into higher education.

Neighbour jailed for doorbell camera threats

Wed, 06/25/2025 - 20:35
Drina Gray “engaged in a campaign of harassment” against a couple in the flat above hers, a court hears.

Neighbour jailed for doorbell camera threats

Wed, 06/25/2025 - 20:35
Drina Gray “engaged in a campaign of harassment” against a couple in the flat above hers, a court hears.

Council boss quits, leaving 18-year-old in charge

Wed, 06/25/2025 - 20:13
Rob Howard leaves his position as leader of Warwickshire County Council, citing health concerns.

How much will the government's planned welfare cuts save?

Wed, 06/25/2025 - 17:48
Labour MPs have threatened to vote against the government's welfare reform proposals.

Temperatures above 30C expected as a second June heatwave looms

Wed, 06/25/2025 - 17:43
Another heatwave could be on the way this week as temperatures are set to soar.

Man guilty of murdering boy with sword in Hainault

Wed, 06/25/2025 - 17:24
Daniel Anjorin was attacked with a sword while he was on his way to school in north-east London.

Man guilty of murdering boy with sword in Hainault

Wed, 06/25/2025 - 17:24
Daniel Anjorin was attacked with a sword while he was on his way to school in north-east London.

PM defends leadership amid growing welfare rebellion

Wed, 06/25/2025 - 17:07
More than 130 MPs, including 120 Labour backbenchers, are opposing the government's benefits bill.

Man arrested over 1980s sex attacks days after BBC questions police

Wed, 06/25/2025 - 17:00
Days before the BBC was due to broadcast its documentary police arrested a man over claims by two of the women.

Fraudster jailed for selling fake 'Scottish-grown tea'

Wed, 06/25/2025 - 16:57
Thomas Robinson tricked luxury stores into buying "Scottish-grown tea" that was actually grown abroad.

Crowds pour in as Glastonbury Festival gates open

Wed, 06/25/2025 - 16:00
Sir Michael and Emily Eavis welcome hundreds of punters to "the most joyful city in the UK".

Truth about UK nuclear veterans 'covered up', says Andy Burnham

Wed, 06/25/2025 - 14:29
The mayor of Greater Manchester calls on the government to act while the remaining survivors of the UK's 1950s nuclear tests are still alive.

Andrew Tate civil trial moved forward by judge 'keen to get on' with case

Wed, 06/25/2025 - 14:24
Four women are suing Tate over allegations of sexual violence, which he denies.

UK to buy nuclear-capable F-35A fighter jets

Wed, 06/25/2025 - 14:22
Downing Street says the move is "the biggest strengthening of the UK's nuclear posture in a generation".