Morning Mail: UK Politics, Economy & Health Updates
Your essential briefing on today's UK news: political manoeuvres, economic forecasts, and critical health service updates. Stay informed on the stories shaping the nation.
Your essential briefing on today's UK news: political manoeuvres, economic forecasts, and critical health service updates. Stay informed on the stories shaping the nation.
Scotland's 2026 World Cup group stage matches against Haiti, Brazil, and Morocco have been scheduled, with UK fans facing 2am and 11pm GMT kick-off times. Get the full fixture details and manager Steve Clarke's reaction.
The DVSA has confirmed changes to driving and theory test centre hours over the festive period. Check the full list of dates to see if your test is affected.
Jamiroquai returns to London's O2 Arena after six years. Get the essential door, start, and finish times for their 'Heels of Steel' tour shows on December 9 and 14.
The New York Times has filed a lawsuit against Perplexity AI, alleging the illegal copying of millions of articles. Discover the details of this major legal clash in the AI industry.
The Sunday Times Parent Power Guide has unveiled its definitive list of London's top state, private, and primary schools for 2026. Discover which institutions lead the capital's educational landscape.
The New York Times files a federal lawsuit against the US Defence Department, alleging new press rules violate the First Amendment and chill independent reporting.
The New York Times files a lawsuit against the Pentagon, alleging new reporting rules violate First Amendment rights. Major US media outlets refuse to sign the agreement.
A packed Saturday of Premier League action sees Arsenal aiming to extend their lead, while Liverpool face a test. Brighton host Villa in a crucial clash. Full fixture guide.
Full festive TV schedules for EastEnders, Coronation Street and Emmerdale from 22 Dec to 2 Jan. Get all the air times and plot spoilers here.
We test Bluetti's groundbreaking Pioneer Na, the first mainstream portable power station using safer, more ethical sodium-ion battery technology. Is it the future of off-grid power?
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.
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.
Wolf Alice headline The O2 Arena on December 2 & 3. Get door, start, and finish times, plus support from Bria Salmena and Sunflower Bean. Plan your night.
England must recover from a chaotic two-day defeat in Perth as the Ashes moves to a day-night Test at Brisbane's Gabba. Get full UK start times, team news, and how to watch the crucial second Test.
New research reveals Islington as London's Sunday roast champion. Discover the top boroughs, best pubs, and the surprising trimmings debate. Find your perfect roast today!
Explore Thomas Love Peacock's satirical poem Rich or Poor, a sharp critique of Victorian class inequality and religious hypocrisy that remains strikingly relevant to modern Britain.
Supermodel David Gandy has criticised Peppa Pig's Daddy Pig character on BBC's Sunday with Laura Kuenssberg, arguing he reinforces negative stereotypes about fathers. Read his full comments.
Exclusive analysis reveals 386,849 patients in England faced dangerous diagnostic test delays in September. Doctors warn of worsening health outcomes and preventable deaths.
Crystal Palace host Manchester United in a controversial Sunday midday kick-off. Can United recover from their Everton defeat? Follow the Premier League action.
Amethysta Herrick shares her powerful story of transitioning gender at 52 and how her son's unexpected support led to their own nonbinary journey. Discover how authenticity transformed their family.
Discover why Brockwell Park is London's top winter walk, featuring a historic Grade II-listed pub, The Half Moon, named one of the best in the UK. Plan your perfect weekend outing.
Explore this week's essential stories including a Patagonian hiking tragedy, Buddhist extremism in Sri Lanka, a parent WhatsApp group scandal, fascia health, and the enduring Beatles legacy.
A new Aldi store opens on Old Kent Road, SE15 on December 11, offering festive shoppers the UK's cheapest groceries and special Christmas hours.
Donald Trump escalates his attacks on female journalists, calling New York Times reporter Katie Rogers 'ugly inside and out' following health questions. Read the latest developments.
Australia's greenhouse gas emissions fell 2.2% last financial year, with solar and wind responsible for half the reduction. Discover if the nation is on track for its 2035 climate targets.
A severe storm with 110km/h winds and giant hail battered Brisbane, leaving nearly 100,000 homes without power. Read the latest on the damage and recovery efforts.
As Mumbai's datacentre boom drives unprecedented energy demand, Mahul residents suffer health crises while coal plants get lifeline. Discover the human cost of AI expansion.
Discover why parent WhatsApp groups have become a relentless source of stress for UK families and learn how to reclaim your peace. Read the full story now.
Severe thunderstorms with giant hail and destructive winds have left over 138,000 without power in southeast Queensland. Stay informed about the ongoing severe weather threat.