Decision time for Trump on Iran but what does he ultimately want?
Posted on Tuesday January 13, 2026

As Iran's deadly crackdown on anti-government protests continue, the US president is considering how best to respond.

New Birmingham-Manchester rail link planned
Posted on Tuesday January 13, 2026

Previous plans for a high-speed rail line between the cities were scrapped by Rishi Sunak's government.

Stop saying we can't make things work, Streeting urges Labour
Posted on Tuesday January 13, 2026

The health secretary warns a growing "excuses culture" is damaging Labour in a speech to a think tank.

World central banks 'stand in solidarity' with Fed chair after US threatens criminal charges
Posted on Tuesday January 13, 2026

Eleven central banks have backed Jerome Powell after the US launched a criminal investigation into the US Fed.

I spent months trying to find out if boosting my gut health could help me age better
Posted on Tuesday January 13, 2026

Health editor Hugh Pym revamped his diet after a test suggested his gut health appeared to look five years older than he was