And 2024 is almost certain to exceed 1.5C above pre-industrial levels for the first time in a ‘sobering milestone in climate history’.

Ukraine’s stretched defences in Donetsk have been creaking since early this year under a fierce Russian drive.

A Hong Kong judge has convicted seven people, including a pro-democracy former politician, of rioting during mob violence at a subway station at the height of the city’s anti-government protests in ...

The 10-year-old was beaten to death four years after her taxi driver father was awarded custody, despite accusations of abuse against him.

The number of hospital beds in England occupied by patients with flu has increased by 70% in a week, NHS England said, as it warned of a “tidal wave of flu hitting hospitals”. Health leaders said ...

John Lewis and former Verve frontman Richard Ashcroft have chosen the “cover star” of the retailer’s Christmas ad theme song following a nationwide competition. Mel Raeburn said it was “an honour” to ...

The Government is considering “fundamental reform” in the courts after the crown court backlog almost doubled in five years, hitting another record high. The number of criminal cases waiting to be ...

The Government is ‘absolutely willing’ to take over if local authorities refuse to put plans in place to meet housing targets.

Unity Trust Bank have awarded a £5,000 grant to Cumbria Action for Sustainability (CAfS). The charity, which helps individuals, communities, and businesses reduce their carbon footprint, is one of six ...

The UK’s first drug consumption room may not now open until early next year after delays. The facility, in the east end of Glasgow, was due to open to drug users in October, allowing them to take ...

Reduced numbers of houses being built has alarmed some in the industry but construction work and completions continue.

Officers were called to Siskin Close in Hawkinge, near Folkestone, at 2.23pm on Wednesday after a report the eight-month-old had been bitten by ...