NHS England's chief executive suggests the early winter flu surge could be stabilising in some regions. Health Secretary Wes Streeting rules out a national mask mandate for now. Read the latest.
The UK government will review its electric vehicle sales targets next year, not 2027, as ministers hint at further flexibility but stand by the 2035 petrol car ban. Read the latest.
The European Union has softened its 2035 zero-emissions mandate, now demanding a 90% CO2 cut. This major policy shift follows intense industry lobbying over weak EV demand and Chinese competition. Read the full analysis.
Tory leader Kemi Badenoch calls for an end to the 2030 ban on new petrol and diesel car sales, promising to save taxpayers billions and protect the UK car industry.
Major hospital networks in New Jersey and California reintroduce mask mandates for staff, patients, and visitors as Covid, flu, and RSV cases climb. Health officials warn of a worsening 'quad-demic' this winter.
UK electric vehicle registrations saw their smallest year-on-year rise since December 2023 in November, as the overall new car market fell by 1.6%. Industry warns new EV tax could threaten green transition.
Leaked documents reveal Tesla privately cautioned the UK government that diluting electric vehicle rules would suppress sales and risk missing carbon targets. Discover the industry's divided response.
Texas public schools face conflicting court orders over displaying the Ten Commandments, creating a constitutional dilemma. Discover how educators are navigating this contentious mandate.
The Australian government announces sweeping new regulations forcing banks to maintain cash services nationwide, protecting vulnerable communities and regional areas from banking deserts.
Miami Heat and Cleveland Browns challenge US Supreme Court decision as sports organisations navigate Biden's vaccine mandate enforcement despite legal setbacks.
Health officials in California's wine country make dramatic U-turn on indoor face mask requirements as residents reject COVID-19 restrictions. Exclusive details on the policy reversal.
Carmaking giant Stellantis exceeds UK electric vehicle sales requirements despite overall sales decline, avoiding hefty fines while petrol and diesel models face challenges.
Ethiopia's Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed has sparked debate by declaring God chose him to lead the nation, raising concerns about church-state separation in the East African country.
Temple Christian College in Essex dismisses seven employees over vaccine refusal, sparking legal battles and raising questions about religious freedoms versus workplace safety.
Exclusive: Santander UK's CEO Mike Regnier works remotely for two weeks while thousands of employees are ordered back to the office, creating a major 'double standards' controversy in the banking sector.
Exclusive: The Prime Minister's landmark decision to recognise Palestinian statehood could expose British taxpayers to unprecedented financial claims dating back to the British Mandate, with experts warning of a potential £2 trillion liability.
A major Florida healthcare network drops all COVID-19 vaccine requirements for surgeons and staff, citing medical freedom and staffing crises. Exclusive details on the controversial new policy.
Florida's Attorney General Ashley Moody launches a bold legal challenge against the Biden administration's federal contractor vaccine mandate, citing constitutional overreach and potential economic damage.
California health officials urge residents to resume mask-wearing in public indoor spaces as COVID-19 hospitalisations spike across the state. Latest data shows significant increase in cases.
A major new electric vehicle regulation is set to hit UK drivers, with hefty fines for those who fail to comply with home charging rules. Discover how this change could affect you.
British car manufacturers are bracing for significant financial penalties after failing to meet the government's Zero Emission Vehicle (ZEV) mandate targets for 2024. With EV sales lagging, the industry calls for urgent government support to boost consume
The Taliban asserts its authority comes directly from God, dismissing calls for inclusivity as it tightens control over Afghanistan.
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan invokes religious rhetoric to justify military operations in Syria, sparking international debate.