Obesity rates in some countries levelling off or potentially falling, study finds
In most high-income countries, a rapid rise in the prevalence of obesity has been replaced by a slower increase, a…
‘Build it and they will come’: the hopes new life for former lido will revive Weston-super-Mare
Live Nation plans to turn the Tropicana into a year-round event space with capacity of up to 10,000. Photograph: Adrian…
Alex Batty was kidnapped by his mum aged 11 – now he’s a father and ready to speak to her again
A man kidnapped by his mum aged 11 and taken to live off-grid across Europe has contacted her for the…
Airport sandwich rule could mean you are breaking the law
A UK airport has issued a warning as travellers may be unaware they could be risking a £5,000 fine after…
US-based internet suicide forum implicated in 160 UK deaths fined £950,000
US-based internet suicide forum implicated in 160 UK deaths fined £950,000 Ofcom attempts to block UK access to site cited…
Nigel Farage faces inquiry over £5m gift from crypto billionaire
Nigel Farage received the £5m gift shortly before announcing he would stand as a candidate in the 2024 general election.…
Wes Streeting plans to resign and mount leadership challenge, allies say
Wes Streeting plans to resign and mount leadership challenge, allies say Sources say health secretary intends to trigger leadership election…
Starmer sets out changes to education, health and courts in king’s speech
King Charles speaking at the state opening of parliament. Photograph: Kirsty Wigglesworth/APView image in fullscreenKing Charles speaking at the state…
Bodies of three women recovered from sea off Brighton
Police were asking the public to stay away from the scene at Brighton while emergency services continued their work. Photograph:…
Starmer holds 16-minute meeting with Streeting amid leadership crisis
Wes Streeting leaving 10 Downing Street after meeting Keir Starmer for approximately 16 minutes. Photograph: Sean Smith/The GuardianView image in…