A previously unpublished NHS report flagged serious maternity failures at Nottingham hospitals years before a major inquiry was launched. The document identified 14 specific concerns, including staffing shortfalls and a culture of silence around safety issues.
The UK government wants to ban under-16s from Instagram, TikTok, and Snapchat — but the mechanics of enforcement are far from simple. Here’s what we know so far about which apps are affected and how age verification might actually work.
Britain’s proposed ban on under-16s using social media has split parents, with some calling it long overdue and others insisting the technology is already too embedded to control. The legislation would affect platforms including TikTok, Instagram, and Snapchat.
The UK economy grew by 0.7% in the first quarter of 2025, beating expectations — but what does GDP actually mean, and is the recovery strong enough to last? Here’s what you need to know.
Two men face charges after allegedly stealing $18,000 worth of equipment from England’s World Cup training base in Kansas City. Police arrested the suspects within 48 hours of the reported theft.
A police officer in Derbyshire has been pulled from frontline duties amid serious allegations of fabricating evidence using artificial intelligence. The case marks a troubling first for UK law enforcement as AI technology becomes increasingly accessible.
Three more men have received jail sentences for violent disorder during Southampton protests last week. The convictions bring the total number imprisoned to 13, with more arrests expected.
Comprehensive testing of six UK barbecue grills reveals surprising results across gas, electric and charcoal categories. Budget options sometimes match premium performance, but crucial differences emerge in durability and features.
Protests across Northern Ireland passed off peacefully Wednesday night, bringing relief after two consecutive evenings of disorder that resulted in 14 arrests. Small demonstrations in Belfast, Derry and Ballymena dispersed without incident as community leaders urged calm.
A scathing parliamentary report reveals Britain’s economic security frameworks are dangerously outdated and can’t handle modern threats. MPs say the government’s response to critical vulnerabilities has been wholly inadequate.
