Inflation eases to 3% in January boosting chances of Bank of England cuts
Uk inflation cooled to 3% in January as petrol, food and airfares declined, lifting hopes of an imminent Bank of England interest rate cut
Former Israeli sniper faces Chilean complaint over alleged Gaza atrocities under universal jurisdiction
A complaint filed in Chile targets a former Israeli army sniper accused of roles in the siege of al-Shifa hospital in Gaza; social media evidence and the Hind Rajab Foundation’s legal strategy have brought the case under universal jurisdiction
Tigray communities fear renewed war amid rising tensions between Ethiopia and Eritrea
Tigray’s displaced populations and young people are preparing to flee again as tensions between Ethiopia and Eritrea, accusations of troop presence and painful wartime memories make the prospect of a new war increasingly real
Top signs of aging and february 18, 2026 horoscope highlights
Spot familiar aging cues—like preferring to sit to put on socks—and pair them with the horoscope advice for february 18, 2026 to make the day work in your favor
How budget contrasts and form defined Motherwell’s 4-1 loss at Aberdeen
A detailed review of the 4-1 defeat at Pittodrie on 29/03/2026, plus practical fan information and how premiership budget discussions are colouring the campaign
Climber on trial after partner froze to death on Grossglockner
A court case has opened after prosecutors allege that Kerstin Gurtner was abandoned on the Grossglockner while exhausted and suffering from hypothermia. Authorities say the decision to leave her on the mountain prompted the criminal proceedings; details of the incident…
Search sport funding, follow funding news and prepare for membership system changes
Explore current sport funding options and recent Yorkshire Sport Foundation announcements, plus practical steps for membership system transitions like GoMembership
Explore Essex Sport memberships for students staff and the public
Find the right Essex Sport membership for students staff or the public and unlock the arena gym classes and extensive sports facilities
Starmer visits Wales after government reverses plan to delay council elections
Prime Minister Keir Starmer is due in Wales after the government reinstated 30 postponed council elections following legal advice and a legal challenge by Reform UK; he will also back a package of rail investments
Jenrick outlines Reform UK approach to OBR, Bank of England and fiscal discipline
Robert Jenrick will reassure markets by promising the Bank of England’s independence and committing to reform—not abolish—the Office for Budget Responsibility, while setting out Reform UK’s fiscal priorities
Bomb squad response in Mutley: cordon lifted and residents return after investigation
A police operation on 17 February in Mutley led to the evacuation of 259 homes while an Explosive Ordnance Disposal team examined items at a College Avenue property; the cordon was later removed and a 26-year-old remains in custody
Wednesday at Milano-Cortina 2026: schedule, medal events and must-watch moments
A compact guide to Wednesday at Milano-Cortina 2026: full schedule, crucial curling matches for Great Britain, and where to watch plus related sports events
Make Pret a Manger bircher muesli at home and save money
Make a Pret-style bircher muesli with pomegranate and pistachio at home using simple ingredients and an easy overnight method
Vinícius Jr. alleges racist insult by Benfica player in Lisbon Champions League tie
Vinícius Jr. reported alleged racist abuse after celebrating his goal in Lisbon, prompting UEFA’s anti-racism protocol and sparking widespread condemnation
How UK international climate finance supports adaptation and low‑carbon growth
A concise review of the UK’s international climate finance commitments, impact and reporting to support adaptation and low‑carbon development
Why Harry Milne has emerged as a perfect fit for Hearts under Derek McInnes
Derek McInnes singles out Harry Milne as a model professional after the left back stepped up following James Penrice’s sale to AEK Athens
Intermittent fasting and weight loss: what evidence really shows
A clear, evidence-based overview of intermittent fasting, comparing outcomes with standard dieting and outlining practical considerations for long-term weight loss success
Key protein discovery may help patients live longer amid rising colon cancer rates
New findings on a protein linked to longer survival could change how we approach colon cancer, a disease recently highlighted by the illness and death of actor James Van Der Beek
Double-touch row at the 2026 Winter Olympics: what happened in the curling drama
A heated sequence of incidents over the double-touch rule at the 2026 Winter Olympics swept up Canada, Great Britain and Sweden and forced World Curling to revise monitoring procedures
How Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor became entangled in the Epstein affair and the consequences
A concise review of the settlement between Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor and Virginia Giuffre, the reported royal loans, and the implications of newly disclosed Epstein-related documents
Benfica v Real Madrid: key first leg of the Champions League playoff in Lisbon
A concise preview of the Benfica vs Real Madrid first-leg playoff at Estadio da Luz, with lineups, recent history and tactical storylines ahead of kick-off on February 17, 2026.
Deadly explosion flattens upper floors of military police building near St Petersburg
An explosion in the town of Sertolovo caused the upper floors of a military police building to cave in, resulting in casualties, emergency operations and a probe into safety breaches
Ecology Building Society chooses Porth for first high street branch
Ecology Building Society will open its first physical branch in Porth in April 2026, converting a former hardware store on Hannah Street into a community-focused banking hub
Britain’s Adele Nicoll aims higher after milestone monobob appearance
Adele Nicoll made history in the monobob for Team GB at Milano Cortina 2026; after a challenging final run she is focusing on gaining experience and competing in the two-woman bobsleigh with teammate Ashleigh Nelson
Cochrane review finds intermittent fasting offers similar results to conventional dieting
A Cochrane synthesis of 22 randomized trials involving 1,995 adults reports that intermittent fasting results in modest weight loss — typically about 3% — and performs similarly to traditional dietary approaches rather than delivering dramatic benefits