Rising electricity costs have emerged as a key cost-of-living concern, pushing families further into debt. Read full story Author:
The real impact of roadworks on the country – and why they’re set to get worse
There is a fine balance between the benefits of improved infrastructure, versus the cost of disruption. Does the country have it right? Read full story Author:
Trump won’t take Greenland by force, Mandelson says
The former UK ambassador to the US tells the BBC the president’s advisers would likely warn him against the move. Read full story Author:
Lorraine Kelly pays tribute to father after ‘shock’ death
Lorraine Kelly has paid tribute to her 84-year-old father after his death in East Kilbride in Scotland. Read full story Author:
Cold snap set to ease ahead of wet and windy week
Milder conditions are expected after days of snow, ice and strong winds. Read full story Author:
Tens of thousands of homes still without water after Storm Goretti
South East Water says it is delivering water to those on its priority register. Read full story Author:
Tories would ban under-16s from social media
Kemi Badenoch has promised to follow the example of Australia, which became the first country to introduce the policy last month. Read full story Author:
Google employee made redundant after reporting manager who showed nude of wife, court hears
Victoria Woodall claims she was retaliated against after reporting a manager who told clients stories about his swinger lifestyle. Read full story Author:
Thousands march and dozens arrested in Minneapolis protests against ICE
Days after the death of Renee Good, protests continue in Minneapolis and cities across the US. Read full story Author:
US military strikes Islamic State group targets in Syria, officials say
US President Donald Trump ordered the “large-scale strikes” on Saturday, US Central Command announced. Read full story Author:
As the FTSE 100 hits a record high, is now the time to start investing?
As the FTSE hits the 10,000 mark, the chancellor is encouraging more of us to become investors – but is it the right time? Read full story Author:
Bride and groom killed by gas explosion day after Pakistan wedding
Eight people were killed after a gas cylinder exploded at a house the morning after the wedding celebration. Read full story Author:
Mystery of wolf-type dogs solved with DNA test
Three “wolf-dogs” found roaming the streets of Preston were first thought to be German Shepherds. Read full story Author:
Cat Burns celebrates ‘start of new life’ after breast reduction surgery
The singer and recent Celebrity Traitor said her breasts had caused her problems since childhood. Read full story Author:
Asiatic lions to Humboldt penguins – London Zoo’s 8,000 inhabitants counted in stock take
London zoo is home to more than 8,000 animals, which all need counting for the annual stock take. Read full story Author:
The ‘magical’ blue flower changing farmers’ fortunes
Indian farmers are turning to butterfly pea flower which is in demand for its bright blue colour. Read full story Author:
Trump’s ‘Superstar’ Appellate Judges Have Voted 133 to 12 in His Favor
President Trump promised to fill the appeals courts with “my judges.” They have formed a nearly united phalanx to defend his agenda from legal challenges. Read full story (NYT subscription …
U.S. Launches Major Strikes on Islamic State Targets in Syria
The airstrikes followed an even larger attack in December to avenge the killing of three Americans last year. Read full story (NYT subscription required) Author: Eric Schmitt
Smithsonian Removes Label Noting Trump Impeachments
When the National Portrait Gallery replaced a portrait of President Trump this week, it took down a biography of his first term. Read full story (NYT subscription required) Author: Graham …
Bob Weir, founding member of the Grateful Dead, dies at 78
Bob Weir, founding member of the Grateful Dead, has died at age 78 after dealing with “underlying lung issues.” Read full story Author: Erin Osmon