Pioneering cardiothoracic surgeon Keyvan Moghissi dies at 98
Tributes paid to Keyvan Moghissi, the pioneering Iranian-born cardiothoracic surgeon who helped establish a major heart surgery centre in Hull. Read his remarkable life story.
Tributes paid to Keyvan Moghissi, the pioneering Iranian-born cardiothoracic surgeon who helped establish a major heart surgery centre in Hull. Read his remarkable life story.
Alan Ransom, 55, died from anaphylactic shock after a bee sting while tending his hives without protective headgear. Coroner records tragic accident.
Discover the exciting new direct flight routes launching from UK airports in 2026, including first-ever links to Yerevan and Seoul. Find the best deals and plan your next adventure.
Monique Todorovski shares her life with lexical-gustatory synaesthesia, a rare condition where words trigger taste. Discover how it shapes her world.
Crave and HBO's hit series 'Heated Rivalry' spotlights ice hockey's enduring struggle with LGBTQ+ visibility, questioning why the NHL still treats openness as a problem. Explore the paradox.
A leading counsellor from the BACP explains the key red flag that a friendship has flatlined and offers advice on how to move on or repair the bond. Discover when to hold on and when to let go.
USA Hockey has announced Clayton Keller, Tage Thompson, and Seth Jones as the first three players for its 2026 Winter Olympics men's ice hockey team. Discover the full roster strategy and ambitions for Milan-Cortina.
Young Atlantic salmon, a species critically endangered in Britain, have been found in three north-west rivers for the first time since 2015, signalling a major environmental recovery. Read about the discovery and the ongoing threats.
A chilling account of the 1781 Zong massacre, where 132 enslaved Africans were murdered for insurance money, and how this atrocity fuelled Britain's abolitionist movement.
A new report reveals over 3,000 migrant deaths en route to Spain in 2025, a sharp drop attributed to EU-funded border policing. Activists warn of more dangerous journeys.
FIFA President Gianni Infantino cites 'crazy' demand to justify soaring 2026 World Cup ticket costs, with the cheapest final seat over £3,000. Read the full story.
Virgin Atlantic has relaunched direct flights from London Heathrow to Cancun, Mexico, for the winter season. The route offers a 11-hour escape to sun, beaches, and Mayan culture three times weekly.
Louise Cocker has spent 24 years photographing Norfolk gravestones, creating a 615,000-name dataset. Discover how amateur historians are the 'hidden engine room' of UK genealogy.
Hisako Sakai, 92, triumphs in a senior esports tournament, showcasing gaming's benefits for the elderly. Discover how she mastered 'brutal combos' to claim victory.
The head of the Royal Navy warns a secretive Russian submarine unit targeting undersea cables is reset and poised to return to British waters, posing a direct threat to national infrastructure.
Sky's new six-part drama 'Amadeus', starring Will Sharpe and Paul Bettany, is reviewed as a diminished, crass affair that fails to live up to Peter Shaffer's iconic play and film. Read the full critique.
Your guide to this evening's TV: Will Sharpe stars in a new adaptation of Amadeus on Sky Atlantic, plus a festive Beyond Paradise special on BBC One. Discover what to watch.
Scientists warn the UK must prepare for 'plausible' worst-case climate impacts, including a 4C temperature rise, 2m sea level rise, and a 6C plunge from Atlantic current collapse. Read the urgent analysis.
The conciliation service Acas has offered to help resolve the junior doctors' dispute in England as they stage their 14th strike over pay and conditions. Read the latest.
The X-rated Canadian drama 'Heated Rivalry', hailed the sexiest show of 2025, is finally set for a UK release. Get the latest on the forbidden hockey romance that has fans hooked.
Conciliation service Acas hosts crucial talks to end the junior doctors' dispute as they strike for the 14th time over pay and jobs. Follow the latest updates.
Driven by social media and a historic London tournament, sumo wrestling is seeing a surprising surge in UK participation. Discover the clubs, the first British Isles Championships, and why it's called 'very TikTok-able'.
England's resident doctors begin a five-day strike amid a flu season crisis. The UK moves to rejoin the EU's Erasmus scheme, and 2025 is confirmed as the sunniest year on record. Get the full briefing.
New NHS dental contract tweaks aim to help urgent cases, but experts warn they are not the radical overhaul needed to solve England's access crisis. Read the full analysis.
Explore a stunning global gallery from Guardian readers, featuring tender deer in Oxfordshire, St Paul's Cathedral, and historic sites in Iraq. Discover the stories behind the images.
New reforms will pay dentists more for urgent NHS appointments. A think tank proposes £150 annual vouchers to end the 'postcode lottery' of dental access.
New NHS dental contract changes aim to ease access to emergency care in England, but experts warn of insufficient funding and call for more fundamental reform.
The UK unveils its Atlantic Bastion programme, a £14m AI and autonomous vehicle project to protect critical undersea infrastructure from Russian threats. Read the full details.
Discover expert tips on buying the perfect real Christmas tree in the UK. Learn how prices vary by size, type, and region, and where to find the best deals from supermarkets to local growers.
Brighton & Hove Albion owner Tony Bloom is accused of being an anonymous gambler behind $70m in winnings, including bets on his own teams. The FA is under pressure to investigate.