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.
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.
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 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?
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.
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.
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.
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'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.
MPs are demanding upgrades for the taxpayer-subsidised Parliamentary gym, citing 'decrepit' facilities and high costs. Only 13 MPs have used it this year. Discover the full story.
The UK government unveils a major plan to reform end-of-life care, allowing more people to choose to die at home. The move aims to end the 'postcode lottery' and prevent traumatic hospital deaths.
Russia passes new laws forcing reservists to guard oil facilities and cutting internet access to counter Ukraine's long-range drone strikes. Explore the Kremlin's latest defensive measures.
The Kremlin passes new laws forcing reservists to protect oil facilities and cutting internet access to counter Ukraine's long-range drone strikes. Explore the implications for Russia's defence.
Relatives of elderly residents at Woodlands care home react with fury as Reform-led council proposes closure. Families fear the devastating human cost of relocation.
New figures reveal 476 care homes in Scotland have closed in a decade, forcing relatives to travel over 100 miles to visit loved ones. Industry bosses warn of an NHS crisis. Discover the impact.
Chapel-en-le-Frith council demolishes children's play area after lengthy legal battle with residents over noise. Community divided as facility removed.
Cruise expert warns pregnant women of little-known rule. Most cruise lines ban passengers 24+ weeks pregnant due to limited onboard medical care. Check policies before booking.
Heartwarming story reveals how TV star Paul Ogrady intervened to save 89-year-old Betty Smith from being forced out of her home of 40 years after council care cuts threatened her independence.
A damning new report reveals that Britain's palliative care system requires fundamental transformation, not just increased funding, as thousands face inadequate support during their final days.
Reform-run Lancashire County Council faces fierce backlash over controversial proposals to shut down care homes, aiming to save £4m annually amid growing elderly care crisis.
A senior hospice doctor reveals why the current NHS crisis feels fundamentally different from anything he's witnessed before, sharing powerful insights from decades of end-of-life care.
Discover expert winter care secrets for snake plants. Learn how to protect your Sansevieria from cold damage, adjust watering routines, and maintain vibrant growth through the challenging months.
Heartbreaking story of 83-year-old Jeanette Stone who wandered from her care facility and was later discovered deceased in a neighbour's garden, sparking urgent safety reviews.
Furious villagers in Buckinghamshire are fighting controversial plans to build three padel tennis courts they claim will destroy homes for people with diabetes, calling it a 'betrayal of community values'.
As Britain faces a growing crisis in palliative care, hospices struggle with funding gaps while demand surges. Discover why investing in compassionate end-of-life care is essential for our society's wellbeing.
The family of a 73-year-old US Army veteran is suing an Oklahoma care facility after he suffered fatal burns in a dangerously hot shower, alleging gross negligence and wrongful death.
Two care home directors from Surrey have been sentenced to prison after systematically defrauding elderly and vulnerable residents of over £1.2 million in a shocking case of financial abuse.
Exclusive survey shows NHS physiotherapy services in steep decline as outdated equipment and inadequate facilities compromise patient recovery across the UK.
Discover how a groundbreaking cruise line is revolutionising halal travel with prayer facilities, alcohol-free voyages, and segregated leisure areas while sailing to stunning destinations.