The Church of Sweden has issued a stark warning after discovering a Belarusian convent, linked to Russian intelligence, was fundraising in its churches to support Vladimir Putin's war in Ukraine.
Criminals are using fake social media ads to lure UK holidaymakers with 'too good to be true' deals. Learn how to spot the scams and protect your money this booking season.
A woman in her 50s adores her husband but feels alienated in his Church of England congregation. She seeks a spiritual home while navigating religious differences in marriage. Read the expert advice.
The Charity Commission has issued an official warning to two Church of England charities for mismanaging sexual misconduct allegations against former Bishop of Liverpool, John Perumbalath. Read the full report.
The NHS advises adopting a penguin's waddle on icy paths. Learn the simple technique to prevent common winter injuries from leaves and ice. Stay safe this season.
Legendary punk-goth band The Damned mark their 50th anniversary with a Wembley Arena show and first album with original trio since 1995. Dave Vanian, Captain Sensible and Rat Scabies talk legacy, feuds and financial regrets.
Nick Ephgrave, the first non-lawyer to lead the Serious Fraud Office, steps down two and a half years early. Discover his impact and legacy on UK law enforcement.
Explore Cornwall's secluded medieval churches this winter, from St Winnow to St Kew, uncovering Arthurian myths, bear symbols, and ancient carvings free from the summer crowds.
The Serious Fraud Office has arrested six people and raided seven sites in a major investigation into suspected bribery and fraud at the social housing fund Home Reit. Read the full details.
The Serious Fraud Office has launched raids and made arrests in a major investigation into suspected fraud and bribery at social housing firm Home REIT. Read the latest.
Actor Chris Noth appears to endorse a fan's swipe at Sarah Jessica Parker's Golden Globes win, reigniting tensions from his 2021 sexual assault allegations and 'And Just Like That' exit.
A German TV Christmas service featuring a 'slime Jesus' performance artist has provoked fury and 1,400 complaints. The Catholic diocese has now expressed regret.
Australian oncologist Ranjana Srivastava finds a profound new year's purpose at a funeral, resolving to make her patients feel truly seen. A moving reflection on life, loss, and legacy.
From Timothée Chalamet to TikTok, discover why 'unc' is the viral term for 'uncle-like energy' and how it's reshaping generational language. Is it the new 'OK boomer'?
Chinese authorities detain leaders of the prominent Early Rain Covenant Church in Sichuan, marking a significant escalation in the crackdown on unregistered Christian groups across the country.
Exclusive: YouGov data reveals Gen Z believes in a higher power more than any other UK generation. We explore the social media influencers and trends driving this dramatic shift in faith.
Bible sales in the UK surged 134% since 2019, reaching £6.3m in 2025. Research links this to a 50% rise in church attendance, led by young people exploring spirituality.
Shoppers hail Medik8's new Niacinamide Peptides serum as 'magic in a bottle' for delivering a smooth, glowing, glass-like complexion. Discover the reviews and alternative options.
The Church of England will take no action after a review of Sarah Mullally's handling of an abuse allegation. The complainant has 14 days to appeal the decision.
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.
Chinese-born tycoon Chen Zhi, accused of running a vast online fraud network from Cambodia, has been arrested and extradited to China. The US alleges his conglomerate was a front for a major criminal organisation.
The story behind the design of the Church of England's Common Worship (2000), featuring John Morgan, Derek Birdsall, and the iconic red pages presented to the Queen. Discover the typography that defined modern Anglican liturgy.
The criminals behind Britain's largest ever benefits fraud, who stole £54m to fund lavish lifestyles, have been ordered to repay just a fraction. Read the shocking details.
We asked men to explain the physical and emotional feeling of an erection. Their candid answers range from pride and power to practical inconveniences.
A Barnet Council employee has been sentenced for fraud after working two full-time council jobs simultaneously. She must pay £10k compensation. Read the full story.
St Anne's Church in Toxteth, home to asylum charity, was targeted in 2024 far-right riots. Discover how it forged powerful community alliances to counter hatred and build solidarity. Support grassroots action.
A fraudster who posed as a police officer to steal £100,000 from vulnerable pensioners has been sentenced to six years and six months in prison. Read the full story and learn how to protect loved ones from courier fraud.
Imber village, abandoned in 1943 for military training, remains under MoD control. Public access is limited to just 12 days a year. Discover its haunting history and how to visit.
A rundown of the year's most disappointing television, from the cringe-inducing finale of 'And Just Like That' to Kim Kardashian's zero-star drama 'All's Fair'. Discover what went wrong.
Two half-brothers serving life for killing a priest in 1988 allege years of sexual abuse by clergy, revealing a dark chapter in the New Orleans archdiocese bankruptcy saga. Read their full story.