Frequent attenders at A&E departments can account for almost one in seven emergency visits to hospital, a new study suggests. Researchers conducted a deep dive review into repeat visitors in emergency ...

However, the youngster – whose favourite character from the JK Rowling book series is Harry – was left “sad” after he ...

Cancer Research UK estimates there were nearly 160 cancer cases attributed to smoking diagnosed in the UK every day in 2023.

MPs will take part in a vote this week on whether to legalise assisted dying for terminally ill people after a row over ministerial criticism of the Bill deepened on Sunday. Labour backbencher Kim ...

It is estimated that up to two-fifths of A&E attendances are avoidable or could be better treated elsewhere, according to NHS England.

Upgrades to Openreach’s ultrafast full fibre broadband could deliver a £66 billion boost to the UK economy in the next few years, research suggests. The upgrade is expected to drive productivity gains ...

Hundreds of properties have been flooded, roads were turned into rivers and winds of up to 82mph were recorded during Storm Bert.

The King’s country estate Highgrove has been decorated for Christmas, with a sweet nod to the Queen’s beloved dog Beth. Among the tree ornaments is an embroidered motif of the Jack Russell, who had to ...

Booking.com predicts there will be a rise in so-called noctourism next year, with more travellers seeking night-time experiences and cooler climates.

Seasonal work in the run-up to Christmas has boosted the jobs market in recent weeks, according to new research. Around 23,000 Christmas jobs are on offer in sectors including retail, catering, ...

Households using heat pumps use only half the amount of imported energy as those with gas boilers, new analysis has found.

Mariah Carey will make her radio presenting debut and Cher shares the soundtracks of her life as part of BBC Radio’s Christmas schedule. American pop superstar Carey will mark the 30th anniversary of ...