Resident doctors in England launch a five-day strike, the 14th in 33 months. With public support waning and both sides entrenched, the NHS faces a 'never-ending' dispute. Read the full analysis.
The Trump administration argues a new White House ballroom is vital for national security, responding to a lawsuit aiming to halt the $300m project. Read the latest legal clash.
Nick Hulme, departing after 46 years in the NHS, warns the service must improve rapidly or the public will turn to 'charlatans'. He highlights warped spending and systemic inertia.
A coroner ruled a jeweller suffered a psychotic episode after stopping his medication before killing his wife of 32 years. The inquest heard of mental health service failings. Read the full report.
Benjamin Lewis pleads guilty to religiously aggravated harassment after leaving dead deer and lambs outside churches in Hampshire. He has been remanded in custody ahead of sentencing.
A Healthwatch England survey reveals 14% of GP referrals are lost or delayed, causing worsened health for 75% of affected patients. Discover the full impact and official response.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves faces accusations of 'lying' over OBR forecasts. Sky News podcast examines the timeline and the fraying trust between government and media.
A father reveals his daughter reapplied for a wheelchair seven times, exposing a crisis in NHS services for young disabled people. Read the full story and letters.
NHS England data reveals a 56% jump in flu patients compared to last year, with an average of 1,717 daily hospitalisations. Experts warn the season started early and is yet to peak.
NHS data shows a sharp 56% rise in flu patients compared to 2024, with 1,717 daily hospitalisations. Norovirus cases are lower. Read the full winter health update.
NHS England reveals over 200,000 people visited A&E for minor issues like sore throats last winter, urging the public to use alternative services. Health Secretary warns of a 'busiest ever' winter amid flu and strikes.
NHS England warns A&E is overwhelmed as over 200,000 patients sought emergency care for minor issues. Health Secretary urges public to use services appropriately. #NHS #AandE
The National Trust has launched a £1.5 million fundraising campaign to acquire 90 acres of land surrounding Dorset's iconic Cerne Abbas Giant chalk figure, aiming to protect it for future generations. Support the appeal now.
Nursing leaders warn of a devastating winter for NHS patients, with 12-hour A&E waits and corridor care set to worsen. A looming junior doctors' strike adds to the crisis. Read the full report.
A new UK survey finds people from ethnic minority backgrounds face poorer migraine care and fear discrimination. The Migraine Trust calls for urgent action to address systemic inequalities.
Shocking NHS data reveals a threefold surge in patients leaving emergency departments without treatment. Explore the causes and urgent calls for investment in our full report.
Robin Smith, the fearless England and Hampshire batter famed for his powerful hitting, has died at 62. We look back at his career and battles.
Former England cricketer Robin Smith, a fearless batter who scored over 4,000 Test runs, has died aged 62. Read more about his remarkable career and legacy.
A London man's 24-month battle with the NHS wheelchair service reveals a system in crisis, leaving him isolated and struggling for basic independence. Read his story and the official response.
Architect Martin Cook warns against repeating PFI mistakes for NHS buildings, citing poor design quality and escalating maintenance costs. Learn why this procurement model failed.
A reindeer caused festive chaos after bolting from a Southport parade, leading to a major rescue operation on Formby Beach. Read the full story of the dramatic recovery.
I'm A Celebrity host Joel Dommett issues apology after making a 'shank' joke on air. The presenter immediately regretted his comment about knife crime on the ITV show.
The Eldonian village in Liverpool, once hailed as a community housing utopia, faces a governance crisis after assets were transferred offshore. Residents fight to reclaim their dream.
Explore Ham House in Richmond, home to 15 ghosts including the Duchess of Lauderdale. Discover the dark history behind one of Britain's most haunted properties.
King's College Hospital NHS plans to relocate haematology care from Orpington to Camberwell, saving £700k annually while patients fear longer journeys and isolation from families.
A mother of two shares her intimate journey from a stale marriage to an adventurous new relationship, revealing how trust and communication reignited her sex life.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves faces criticism for failing to tackle the NHS's 'eye-watering' £3.1bn clinical negligence bill. Medical leaders demand urgent reform to save millions for frontline services.
Campaigners protest NHS private finance schemes as Didcot's Great Western Park health centre faces 10-year delay over developer return demands. Read the latest developments.
Thames Valley and Hampshire police forces launch the UK's first AI virtual assistant, 'Bobbi', to handle non-emergency queries and free up staff for critical incidents.
Human rights technologist Sam Gregory joins Guardian's Scott Trust board, bringing expertise in AI, deepfakes and digital misinformation to safeguard independent journalism.