Britain faces importing salt for the first time in modern history as its chemical sector, once a world leader, suffers an unprecedented collapse. Key plants are closing, threatening national security and supply chains.
The iconic horror film Paranormal Activity has been adapted for the stage, now terrifying audiences at London's Ambassador's Theatre. Discover if this live adaptation delivers the same chilling scares.
From Gwyneth Paltrow to Mikey Madison, intimacy coordinators face criticism. We explore their crucial role in post-#MeToo filmmaking and why they're more than just 'sex police'.
US shale oil producers, already contending with a global supply glut and four-year low prices, face a new challenge from potential Venezuelan output. Read the analysis of the industry's precarious 2026 outlook.
Researchers pinpoint specific gut microbes that ferment sugar into alcohol, causing intoxication without drinking. New study offers hope for diagnosis and treatment of the rare condition.
A manhunt is underway after a shooting outside a Mormon church in Salt Lake City left two dead and several injured during a funeral. Police say it was not a faith-based attack.
A BHF study finds UK adults consume 40% more salt than recommended, with bread, cereals, and ready meals as major hidden sources. Learn the health risks and how to cut back.
A new study reveals working-age adults in England eat 40% more salt than recommended, risking heart health. Experts call for urgent government action on food industry salt levels.
Jaguar Land Rover's sales plummeted after a major cyber attack caused £500m in losses and halted production. Discover the full impact on the UK car giant.
A new study reveals adults in England eat 40% more salt than recommended, hidden in everyday foods. Campaigners demand government action to force manufacturers to reduce levels, preventing thousands of heart-related deaths.
Phillips 66 acquires the Lindsey Oil Refinery but confirms it will not resume fuel making, casting doubt over the future of 250 jobs. The deal aims to boost UK energy security.
Nissan's UK arm reports a pre-tax loss of £888m, driven by an impairment charge and falling sales. A £990m capital injection aims to stabilise its balance sheet. Read the full analysis.
Following the removal of Nicolás Maduro, Donald Trump pledges billions in US investment to revive Venezuela's vast but declining oil industry. Analysis reveals the immense scale and challenges ahead.
Donald Trump vows the US will 'run' Venezuela to tap its oil, the world's largest reserves. We analyse the strategic and economic drivers behind this high-stakes move. Read the full story.
Apple reportedly cuts Vision Pro headset production after poor sales. The £3,199 spatial computing device fails to meet expectations, shifting focus to AI wearables. Read the full analysis.
A review of Donald Trump's most controversial environmental statements and executive actions in 2025, from rebranding coal to questioning climate science. Explore the facts behind the rhetoric.
A new Israeli-Belarusian Holocaust film, 'Stork of Hope', is released digitally on 5 January. Critics label it cliché-ridden and an act of nationalist self-soothing. Read our full review.
Los Angeles's film industry faces a crisis after strikes, tech shifts, and runaway production. Can new incentives and adaptation secure its future? Explore the data and insider views.
An exclusive look inside the vast Do & Co factory at Heathrow, where culinary teams prepare over 400,000 festive meals for British Airways passengers. Discover the staggering scale and precision.
Global Scotch sales fall for a third year, with US tariffs costing £4m a week. Diageo scales back distillery operations as industry adapts to a supply glut. Read the full analysis.
The popular Nintendo Switch 2 Mario Kart World bundle is officially no longer being produced, a retailer memo reveals. Find out where you might still find stock before it disappears completely.
Nissan begins production of the third-generation Leaf at its upgraded Sunderland plant, a £450m bet on the UK's EV future, despite a global retreat from strict electrification targets.
The 'phenomenal' Salt & Vinegar Skips flavour is confirmed to return to major UK supermarkets in March 2026, a decade after its first brief appearance. Fans are elated.
Nissan begins production of the new Leaf EV in Sunderland, a major boost for UK manufacturing with over £450m invested. Discover the future of the plant.
Author Raynor Winn rejects new allegations she stole money from relatives, calling them a 'false narrative'. The claims follow scrutiny over her bestselling memoir, The Salt Path.
Actress Gugu Mbatha-Raw reveals the 'liberating' challenge of playing Salt, a non-human lead in the new Doctor Who spin-off 'The War Between the Land and the Sea'. Read the full interview and review.
Benedict Cumberbatch has sold a controlling stake in his SunnyMarch production company to Lumina Studios Group. Discover the details of the deal and what it means for the future of the firm behind hits like 'The Courier'. Read the full story.
The ongoing civil war in Myanmar has triggered an 18% annual increase in opium poppy cultivation, reshaping global narcotics supply chains and funding armed groups. Read the full analysis.
Read our review of The Little Mermaid at Newcastle-under-Lyme's New Vic Theatre - a spectacular production marking the venue's triumphant return after closure.
The Old Vic's acclaimed production of A Christmas Carol continues until 10 January 2026, starring Paul Hilton as Scrooge. Discover why this Victorian classic remains a festive must-see.