Reeves Denies North Sea Job Loss Figures
Chancellor Rachel Reeves dismisses report of 1,000 monthly oil and gas job losses, drawing furious backlash from industry leaders who accuse her of being 'in total denial'. Read the full story.
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UK Inquiry to Probe Iran in Scottish Independence Debate
A UK inquiry into foreign political interference will investigate Iran's alleged use of fake accounts to influence the Scottish independence debate. Scottish Secretary Douglas Alexander confirms the probe.
Solo Christmas 2025: The End of the £100 Turkey?
As festive plans shrink post-Covid, soaring turkey costs hit £100. A writer embraces a solo Christmas, exploring affordable, delicious alternatives to the traditional bird. Read for tips and trends.
Fugitive in Thames after water bottle clue reveals London hideout
A Colombian businesswoman accused of killing two schoolgirls with poisoned raspberries was rescued from the Thames after her UK location was revealed by a bottle of Buxton water in an interview. Read the full story.
Six-inch snow blizzard forecast to hit UK cities
New weather maps predict up to six inches of snow could blanket parts of the UK from December 30, with Scotland and northern England first in line. Discover the latest forecast and potential travel disruption.
UK-US Pharma Deal Lacks Legal Text, MPs Warn
MPs warn UK's zero-tariff pharmaceutical deal with the Trump administration is 'built on sand' as no legal text exists. Concerns mount over NHS costs and suspended tech pact. Read the full analysis.
Kylie Leads Wham! In Christmas Chart Battle
Kylie Minogue is ahead in the race for Christmas number one, with Wham!'s 'Last Christmas' trailing. A charity single for Gaza is also climbing the charts. Who will win?
UK's £120m Ineos rescue raises industrial strategy doubts
The UK government's £120m bailout saves the vital Grangemouth ethylene plant, but experts question the lack of a coherent strategy for the nation's shrinking heavy industry. Read the analysis.
Defence spending plans in chaos as key strategy delayed
The UK's Defence Investment Plan is delayed until 2026 amid a £2.6bn budget shortfall and the troubled Ajax programme. Read the full analysis of the military spending crisis.
Paratrooper killed in Ukraine told family to 'be proud'
Lance Corporal George Hooley, 28, was killed in a tragic accident in Ukraine. In a poignant final letter, he asked his loved ones to remember him with pride for serving a cause he believed in.
Police to arrest 'globalise the intifada' chant protesters
UK police forces announce arrests for 'globalise the intifada' chants, welcomed by Chief Rabbi as a crackdown on hate speech. Critics call it repression of protest rights.
Britain Rejoins Erasmus+ Student Exchange Programme
Britain's return to the Erasmus+ scheme offers a flicker of hope for internationalism amid a rising nativist tide across Europe. Discover the programme's significance.
C-Sections Overtake Natural Births in UK NHS Data
For the first time, more UK babies are born by C-section than vaginally. We explore the NHS data, the 'too posh to push' legacy, and the call for better maternity support.
48 stillbirths linked to online 'free birth' influencers
A Guardian investigation into the Free Birth Society reveals 48 cases of late-term stillbirths or serious harm, highlighting urgent need for online health advice safeguards in the UK and beyond.
Influencer Pyari Maryam dies after giving birth to twins
Social media influencer Pyari Maryam has tragically died shortly after delivering twin boys. Her husband Ahsan Ali confirmed the news, requesting prayers for her. This is the second such tragedy in months.
Why Epidurals Don't Always Provide Full Pain Relief
Discover why epidurals sometimes fail during childbirth and what expectant mothers should know about pain management options. Learn from medical experts and personal experiences.
Medical Experts Warn Against Dangerous Free Birth Trend
Leading healthcare professionals condemn the rising 'free birth' movement, warning that social media misinformation puts mothers and babies at serious risk. Learn the facts.
Free Birth Society: Five Key Investigation Findings
A Guardian investigation reveals shocking findings about the Free Birth Society's promotion of unassisted childbirth in the UK. Discover the risks and realities.
Mouse 'Midwives' Dramatically Increase Birth Survival
Groundbreaking study reveals experienced female mice act as midwives, pulling out stuck pups. Survival rates soar from 0% to 90%, showing animal caregiving is more common than thought.
Natalie Cassidy fractured sternum during childbirth
EastEnders actress Natalie Cassidy reveals she suffered a fractured sternum while giving birth to her second child, describing the intense pain and challenging recovery in an emotional new interview.
Home Birth Safety: Experts Demand Better Warnings
Leading maternity experts call for urgent improvements in home birth safety protocols, including clearer risk communication and guaranteed access to skilled midwives across the UK.
Louise Thompson: 1 Year Hospital-Free After Birth Trauma
Made in Chelsea star Louise Thompson celebrates twelve months without emergency surgery or hospital admissions following her life-threatening childbirth experience that left her feeling 'cracked wide open like death'.
Hollyoaks Star Hospitalised After Childbirth - Emotional Reveal
Hollyoaks actress Nadine Mulkerrin reveals her traumatic postnatal experience that led to hospitalisation and shares her emotional journey to recovery.
Mother dies after NHS hospital drug overdose during labour
A grieving husband is demanding answers after his wife died from a massive overdose of labour-inducing medication, just hours after their unborn daughter tragically passed away in the womb at a London NHS hospital.
Mum names baby after NHS hero who saved her life
A grateful mother honours the midwife who delivered her baby during a life-threatening emergency by giving her daughter the same beautiful name in a moving NHS tribute.
Nutritionist's freebirth ends in baby death tragedy
A qualified nutritionist who championed unassisted childbirth has spoken out after her baby boy died during a planned freebirth at her Nottingham home, raising urgent questions about the risks of delivery without medical supervision.
Dispatcher guides dad through dramatic baby delivery
A quick-thinking ambulance call handler became an unlikely midwife when she calmly talked a father through delivering his own baby during a dramatic emergency in Milton Keynes.
Tennessee mum gives birth to 13lb baby boy
Shelby Martin from Tennessee defied expectations by giving birth to a staggering 13lb 1oz baby boy naturally. Discover her incredible journey and what doctors said about baby Cassian's remarkable size.
Mother dies in home birth after wrong risk assessment
A mother's dream home birth turned to tragedy when she was incorrectly assessed as low risk, leading to her death just hours after giving birth, an inquest hears.
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