Why the viral “chicken ick” happens, and how to beat it

Forget drastic lifestyle overhauls, scientists say tiny daily changes could be enough to boost both lifespan and long-term health

A historic 1945 Burgundy from one of France’s most prestigious vineyards has set a new auction record

From riverside pubs to scenic Thames walks, The Boat Race 2026 is the perfect excuse for a spring day out in London

Here’s all the demonstrations taking place across the weekend

A weekly weight-loss injection could soon be offered on the NHS to help prevent heart attacks and strokes in high-risk patients

Trains delayed by up to 120 minutes or cancelled as signalling fault hits services from major London station

Big rises to the national living wage and minimum wage come in this April

Donald Trump’s latest remarks have sparked concern among allies, but can a US president actually pull the country out of Nato?

From frozen breakfasts to sneaky household swaps, these light-hearted April Fools’ Day pranks are perfect for kids

Fans who spent hundreds on Barbie Dream Fest say it was “nothing like advertised”

Everything you need to know about the upcoming Wireless festival

Stolen masterpieces by Renoir, Cezanne and Matisse are together estimated to be worth around €9 million (£7.8 million)

A signalling fault at Darlington is causing delays and cancellations to LNER and Lumo services to and from London King’s Cross

Avanti West Coast services continue to face delays and cancellations after a tree fell onto the railway near Wolverhampton

American travel advice has placed the UK in a mid-tier safety category, as parts of Europe rank among the lowest-risk destinations amid rising global tensions

The end of winter is finally in sight — but when does spring officially start?

Here are the sites of the artworks you can currently visit

One of the lorries has struck a gantry following the crash

Meningitis B has been identified as the strain behind the Kent outbreak, but what are the symptoms and who is at risk?