UK economy sees modest growth in the final months of 2024 ONS
The UK economy eked out growth in the final quarter of last year after better-than-expected expansion in December, according to official figures..
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Celebrity deepfake scam ads were most reported to watchdog in 2024
Fake adverts featuring celebrities and public figures remain the most common type of scam adverts appearing online, according to new figures from the Advertising Standards Authority (ASA)..
Nearly half of police forces catch drivers doing more than 90mph on 30mph roads
Nearly half (48%) of UK police forces caught drivers exceeding 90mph on 30mph roads in the 20 months to the end of August last year, an investigation has found..
Certain contraceptives linked to small risk of heart attack and stroke
Certain contraceptives may carry a slightly increased risk of heart attacks and strokes in women, according to a large new study..
James Tarkowskis last gasp equaliser sparks wild scenes at Goodison Park
Goodison Parks final Merseyside derby produced one of the most dramatic finishes in its history as James Tarkowski equalised in the eighth minute of added time to snatch a 2-2 draw for Everton against Liverpool..
Weight loss jabs slash alcohol cravings and curb heavy drinking
Thats according to research published in the journal JAMA Psychiatry.
Judge led inquiry to be held into Nottingham attacks in weeks
Thats according to Sir Keir Starmer.
Courses for low risk offenders cancelled to ease Probation Service pressures
Around 13,000 offenders did not complete rehabilitation courses as part of their sentences because the Probation Service was unable to deliver them in time under an impossible workload, the Justice Secretary has revealed..