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May 10, 2025

OBESITY DRUGS CAN GIVE £4.5BN BACK TO WORK BOOST

WEIGHT loss jabs could deliver a yearly £4.5 billion boost to the UK economy by getting people back to work, a major study reveals.

3 mins

Indian capital is put on high alert

INDIAN capital New Delhi has been put on high alert amid rising tensions with Pakistan.

1 min

Help with home buy

FIRST-TIME buyers with help from the \"bank of mum and dad\" typically get on the property ladder two years earlier, analysis indicates.

1 min

Southport cop award

THREE police officers who confronted and detained Southport killer Axel Rudakubana have been nominated for bravery awards.

1 min

Sun and fun continues for Scotland

SCOTLAND is set to dodge weekend thunderstorms which threaten to bring flooding south of the Border.

1 min

Reeves rejects MPs' revolt over benefits

LABOUR MPs must realise the welfare system needs reform, Rachel Reeves insisted yesterday.

1 min

The great garden safari

ANIMAL lovers needn't squirrel away the cash for a long-haul safari to see nature red in tooth and claw - it's all there in your own backyard.

1 min

Staff urged to work in £100m office by seaside

A MINISTER opened the Government's eco-office in Blackpool saying he hopes civil servants will to use it and work from home less often.

1 min

One in five NHS 24 calls abandoned

NEARLY one in five Scots who phoned NHS 24 last year ultimately abandoned their calls, shocking new figures reveal.

2 mins

Disappointing' US trade deal will do little to boost UK's GDP, experts warn

SIR Keir Starmer was dealt a blow yesterday as economists warned that the UK's trade agreement with the US was unlikely to significantly boost growth.

3 mins

British Airways in £7.5bn plan to buy 32 Boeing planes

BRITISH Airways' parent company has bought 32 new Boeing planes from the US, following the country's trade agreement with the UK on Thursday.

1 min

'Are SNP not that bothered by violence?'

SCOTTISH Conservatives leader Russell Findlay has questioned whether the SNP actually realises the extent of the “frenzy of depraved terror” enveloping the country.

1 min

Yet another firebomb attack as cops arrest six suspects in raids

THE gang war which has gripped Scotland in recent months has erupted again with yet another firebomb attack, this time at a £1.75million home as people enjoyed a barbecue in the garden.

2 mins

Electric car deals growing

ONE in 30 used cars bought in the UK during the first three months of the year were electric, latest figures show.

1 min

Pilot death probe is launched

INVESTIGATIONS are continuing after a plane crash which left the pilot dead and another man very seriously injured.

1 min

Harry roams incognito at the Vatican

HARRY Styles was spotted among the crowds gathered in St Peter's Square as Pope Leo XIV was elected.

1 min

Pope's mission to bring light to 'dark nights of this world'

POPE Leo XIV said he hoped his election can bring light to the “dark nights of this world”.

1 min

Putin's military might on parade

RUSSIA celebrated the 80th anniversary of the defeat of Nazi Germany with a massive parade of tanks, missiles and troops.

2 mins

Starmer to push peace in Kyiv trip

SIR Keir Starmer will arrive in Kyiv today to demand Russia agrees to a 30-day ceasefire with Ukraine.

1 min

'Lifesaver' British hero is mourned

THE death of a British bomb disposal expert who died while clearing landmines has prompted an “emotional” outpouring from Ukraine communities, his friend and colleague has said.

1 min

£350k fighting fund appeal to bring Dame Vera's statue home to Britain

A PEER is appealing for help in raising £350,000 to bring a Dame Vera Lynn memorial back home.

1 min

Bargain Hunt star admits Hezbollah terror offences

Artwork sold to militant group 'donor'

1 min

New bloom is named after our royal rose Kate

THIS stunning rose has been named after the Princess of Wales after she spoke of the healing power of nature following her health battle.

1 min

King's seal of approval...

THE King has approved the new Great Seal of the Realm, showing him seated on a throne.

1 min

New bloom is named after our royal rose Kate

THIS stunning rose has been named after the Princess of Wales after she spoke of the healing power of nature following her health battle.

1 min

Museum retreat in medals row

THOUSANDS more people can see the world’s largest collection of Victoria Cross and George Cross medals in a victory for Britain’s “bravest of the brave”.

1 min

Get Britain moving with jabs to cut obesity rate

REVOLUTION in health with the potential to boost our flatlining economy should be grasped with enthusiasm.

1 min

No amount of spin can polish this duff, rushed deal with US

PUFFED-UP Sir Keir Starmer bragged about securing a great trade deal with Donald Trump, but it was the second time he sold Britain out in a week.

3 mins

Bill for borders beggars belief

IN THE week we've proudly celebrated the valour, the heroism, the fearlessness of the lion-hearted men and women who fought and died for this country, a new poll says half of Brits wouldn't fight for Britain.

5 mins

Iraqi granted asylum due to tattoo 'honour killing' fears

AN Iraqi asylum seeker has won the right to stay in Britain after claiming he could not go back to his home country - because of his dangerous tattoos.

1 min

'Mindless vandalism has never been a more relevant term'

THE two men who mounted a “moronic mission” to cut down the much-loved Sycamore Gap tree have been warned they face lengthy jail terms when they are sentenced.

2 mins

Tears and anger at loss of beloved icon

FOR more than 100 years the tree at Sycamore Gap stood in a pleasing dip in the landscape next to Hadrian's Wall, inspiring countless photographs and works of art.

1 min

Rocks, not brain cells in his head

HRH in his head

1 min

Oh Spare us the self-pity, Harry

BRITAIN'S BEST-LOVED HUSBAND AND WIFE TEAM REFLECT ON THE WEEK'S EVENTS EVERY SATURDAY IN YOUR DAILY EXPRESS

2 mins

'Politicians from many countries are just telling fairy tales, nothing has been done...blah, blah, blah'

Ukrainians losing faith in peace talks as violence continues

3 mins

THE FROST REPORT

As he produces a fascinating series in six parts about his father's most famous interviews, journalist Wilfred Frost on why the late Sir David was the 'GOAT' of broadcasting, yet a loving family man and wannabe footballer first and foremost

7 mins

Plea over 1995 killing

POLICE have launched a fresh appeal for information on the murder of a 17-year-old girl 30 years go.

1 min

Bridge swings into action

New River Clyde crossing could create up to 1,400 jobs

2 mins

Summertime's a bed of rosés

NATIONAL Rosé day - typically the second Saturday in June is fast approaching, but it's never too early (or too late) to enjoy a glass of the pink drink. Rosé is one of those wines that tends to divide drinkers. They either can't get enough of it or, frankly, think it's a bit naff. But either way, it's serious business and not just in the summer when, let's face it, rosé is the ideal outdoors picnic drink.

2 mins

Island castle King tried to save on sale again after deal fails

A DERELICT Hebridean castle King Charles once tried to save is to be put back on the market after a previous potential sale collapsed in a row between a millionaire and a Scottish Government minister.

2 mins

It's Blind Mate...saving a species, Cilla-style

WHAT'S your name and where d'ya come from? Zaza the Malagasy fossa has been brought over from America for a Blind Date-style breeding bid at Chester Zoo.

1 min

Inverness is now mane attraction

STANDING more than 17 hands high, he was one of the most imposing and iconic figures in Scotland during his 12-year policing career.

1 min

Biker dead, boy fighting for life after more road carnage

A BIKER has been killed and a schoolboy is fighting for his life after the latest carnage on Scotland’s roads.

1 min

SCALING NEW HEIGHTS OF LOVE

Mountain guide Cédric Sapin-Defour was struggling with grief when Ubac the Bernese dog bounded into his life. Their unique bond inspired an extraordinary book that has taken France by storm

6 mins

Kevins more likely to be swiped left

MEN who are called Kevin are less likely to succeed in online dating, a scientist has said.

1 min

It's a Shard life!

Dad-to-be scoops Omaze £4.5m London townhouse

1 min

BEACHCOMBER 108 YEARS OLD AND STILL TROUBLED BY DOUBLES...

POLITICIANS could learn a great deal from backgammon players.

2 mins

YOUR QUESTIONS ANSWERED

Is there anything you're yearning to know? Send your questions, on any subject, to the contacts given below, and we will do our best to answer them...

3 mins

Rocker raised the alarm on cancer

ASTHE charismatic frontman of Welsh rockers The Alarm, Mike Peters had a devoted following.

1 min

The Villans' cannonball strike hero

ONE of the most dangerous wingers I have ever seen, cutting through defences at tremendous speed and finishing with cannonball shots\" was how Jimmy Greaves described Aston Villa legend Peter McParland.

2 mins

BATTLE CAM EXTRAORDINARY VALOUR CAUGHT ON VIDEO

Drones are taking over war zones, but not just as offensive flying weapons. As LORD ASHCROFT reports from Kyiv, they are now being used to provide round-the-clock overwatch... and the incredible footage they capture is also being used to distinguish bravery

5 mins

TOP 5 GARDENING JOBS

Deadhead tulips as soon as petals drop, usually from late April to May.

1 min

Bring on the butterflies

Butterflies are enchanting, from the brilliant red admiral and shimmering common blue to the ever-present cabbage white and charming peacock with its eye-spot wings.

1 min

Sole mates

How to get moving into healthy self-guided hiking holidays in National Walking Month

4 mins

Hike as you like it

Even the best-planned walking holiday requires some physical preparation and it's worth putting in some effort before you hit the trail.

1 min

So hard to buy if you're in Dubai

Vanessa Feltz goes full on all-inclusive with her family

3 mins

At last! Now I only need one pair of glasses

Progressive, multi-focus reading glasses allow you to see objects clearly near, intermediate or far...

1 min

SOUND AND VISION

Make some noise for the cheeky new electric Abarth scorpionissima

3 mins

Khan offered food for thought over new Oxford St

THE Mayor of London’s plan to pedestrianise Oxford Street must offer visitors “a mix of hospitality, leisure and retail” if it is to succeed.

1 min

Mortgage deals 'likely to fall' after Bank cut interest rates

THE decision to reduce interest rates will encourage major banks to cut mortgage rates, analysts have predicted.

1 min

VIVE LA FRANCE!

ROI DE FRANCE (2.40) is right at home in today’s Victoria Cup at Ascot.

1 min

Berrington seeking Dutch of atonement

SCOTLAND skipper Richie Berrington is itching to atone for Thursday’s horror show against UAE when they face Netherlands today.

1 min

HARRY DOES IT AGAIN AS DOCK CLAIMS CUP PRIZE

EAST INDIA DOCK made up for a near-miss at the Cheltenham Festival by landing a mini gamble in the Ladbrokes Chester Cup.

1 min

Arteta accepts his Gunners have gone backwards

MIKEL ARTETA admits Arsenal have gone backwards this season.

1 min

Pep bites back at ‘hunger’ swipe

ERLING HAALAND returns from injury today — with a warning from Pep Guardiola after saying Manchester City’s players lost their hunger this season.

1 min

Slot compares Bradley to PSG star full-back Hakim

LIVERPOOL v ARSENAL SUNDAY 4.30PM, SKY SPORTS

2 mins

SIMO WILL STAY WITH

ST JOHNSTONE V ROSS COUNTY 3PM

2 mins

Thelin: Facing Rangers is still exciting for us

ABERDEEN manager Jimmy Thelin admits facing Rangers is a good marker of his team's progress.

1 min

SAINTS TIL THE FINISH

SIMO WILL STAY WITH

2 mins

TOP HAT & TALES

Not so easy for Rodgers to suss out Reo's next move

3 mins

Exchanging Mart not for Gray as Hibs plan new deal

DAVID GRAY revealed Hibs have had “positive conversations” aimed at keeping top scorer Martin Boyle beyond the end of this season.

3 mins

'40 MISSILES' AIMED AT CELT

VILJAMI SINISALO has revealed he was bombarded by up to 40 missiles at Ibrox and was struck by one of them.

1 min

UNITED PUNISH DONS

DUNDEE UNITED have slashed Aberdeen's ticket allocation by 1,000 for next week's Premiership finale due to several security issues in their previous Tannadice meeting.

1 min

I SEE DREAD PEOPLE

Baz: State of limbo hard on us all

1 min

'Claudia and I have never met – it's nuts'

Alan Cumming on how he hopes to finally meet fellow The Traitors presenter Claudia Winkleman as he hosts the Baftas and why he's rooting for the show's UK version to win