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Cashless society warning as disaster awaits for UK towns and cities

Britain must not “sleepwalk” into a cashless society in which the poorest citizens are plunged deeper into poverty, Rachel Reeves has been warned. Campaigners say the elderly, domestic abuse...

Francis Rossi captivates audiences with tales from his six-decade career

Whilst his juggernaut of a band just kept on rockin’ Status Quo frontman Francis Rossi on his own solo tour just can’t stop talking. And once the south London-born star begins delivering the...

'I hope I've done her proud': Fathers of Southport victims complete London marathon

'I hope I've done her proud': Fathers of Southport victims complete London marathon The fathers of two girls killed in the Southport attack have completed the London Marathon in an emotional tribute...

Revolutionary blood test can detect common cancers with 99% accuracy — UK trial launched

Thousands of patients will be offered a cutting-edge blood test that can detect 12 of the most lethal and common cancers with 99% accuracy, the Health Secretary will announce on Wednesday. The test...

Pope Francis' early health struggles and lung surgery shaped his path to the Vatican

Pope Francis has passed away at the age of 88, following several months of health complications. He was hospitalised at Rome's Gemelli hospital on February 14 for bronchitis treatment, which later...

Political elites risk extinguishing key buttress of what makes us British

“If you get rid of religion you don’t replace it with nothing, you replace it with anything,” runs the pithy, but not wholly inaccurate, warning. And it’s a line which makes even the most...

Fears deadly virus has already hit Britain after sweeping Europe

There are fears that a deadly virus has hit Britain after sweeping through Europe and killing 90% of the rabbits it infects. Rabbit haemorrhagic disease (RHD) was identified in France and the...

These beautiful unearthed letters sent in WW2 will bring a tear to your eye

RAF pilot Bob Keddie in uniform with wife-to-be Diana Ladner (Image: Supplied)In the early hours of Saturday, May 16, 1942 at RAF Sullom Voe in the remote Shetland Islands, a Royal Air Force Catalina...

Catholic, 64, nailed to cross in Good Friday 'crucifixion' as vow to God after 'miracle'

A devout Catholic has nailed himself to a cross on Good Friday – for the 36th time in a vow to God after surviving a "miracle" fall.Ruben Enaje, 64, is pictured alongside two other devotees pinned...

'I travel to this pretty European city every year - tourists have yet to discover it'

As the Easter weekend approaches, many Brits will jet off across the world to make the most of the longer break. But one European city remains a hidden gem uninvaded by tourists and overlooked by...

Wrongly accused Colin Stagg speaks on life post £706K compensation and homelessness

Colin Stagg, who was falsely accused of one of Britain's most notorious murders, has refuted claims of a lavish lifestyle and disclosed that he donated half a million pounds of his compensation to...

Gene Hackman’s ‘rat-infested’ mansion could sell for eye-watering sum

The Santa Fe mansion where Gene Hackman and his wife Betsy Arakawa spent their final days could sell for a whopping figure when it finally goes on sale. With a mystery currently surrounding the...

Gene Hackman’s funeral goes ahead despite heartbreaking ‘problem’

Gene Hackman and his wife Betsy Arakawa have been laid to rest in a private funeral after their shock deaths earlier this year. Gene and Betsy were both found dead in their New Mexico home, alongside...

His memories uncovered a secret jail - right next to an international airport

His memories uncovered a secret jail - right next to an international airport8 hours agoSamira HussainBBC NewsReporting fromDhaka, BangladeshBBC/Aamir PeerzadaWhen investigators smashed through a...

Robbie Williams supported over worrying post after horror diagnosis

Superstar Robbie Williams has worried fans with some late night ramblings on Instagram. The 51-year-old former Take That member shared his thoughts from 3am on Monday as he said that a thought "won't...

Paddy Higson dead: Taggart star dies as tributes pour in for 'iconic trailblazer'

Paddy Higson OBE has died aged 83, her family have confirmed. The Scottish film star was reportedly "surrounded by love" in her final days as she battled cancer.In a touching social media post on...

Gaza medic missing since deadly attack being detained by Israel, Red Cross says

Gaza medic missing since deadly attack being detained by Israel, Red Cross says2 hours agoAlys DaviesBBC NewsPRCSA Palestinian paramedic who has been missing since an Israeli attack that killed 15...

Oldest Post Office scandal victim says new compensation offer 'not good enough'

Oldest Post Office scandal victim says new compensation offer 'not good enough'2 hours agoEmma Simpson and Faarea MasudBBC BusinessBBCThe oldest surviving victim of the Post Office Horizon scandal...

New pill can slow progression of incurable breast cancer

New pill can slow progression of incurable breast cancer34 minutes agoPhilippa RoxbyHealth reporterGetty ImagesA new type of drug for one of the most common kinds of advanced breast cancer is now...

Another high street shop to shut branch in days after 60 years in business

After six decades on the high street, shoe shop A.G. Meek is set to shut down one of its longstanding branches this week. The retailer will bid farewell to its Eastgate Street, Gloucester branch on...