Bury and Trafford are among the areas to receive support through the government’s Best Start in Life strategy, which aims to improve the quality, affordability, and accessibility of early years ...

Carlos Alcaraz’s title defence continues against Taylor Fritz while seven-time champion Novak Djokovic takes on world number one Jannik Sinner.

Switzerland substitute Riola Xhemaili scored a stoppage-time equaliser at the Stade de Geneve, while Arsenal and Tottenham both completed transfers ...

Doctors in England will be encouraged to refer patients to the gym or job coaches rather than signing them off as “not fit for work”, as part of a new government pilot scheme. Health Secretary Wes ...

There was confusion and anger in Liberia on Thursday after US President Donald Trump praised the English skills of President ...

R&B singer Chris Brown is due to appear in court over an alleged bottle attack at a London nightclub. Last month the 36 year-old US musician pleaded not guilty to attempting to cause grievous bodily ...

The 39-year-old will defend her title as undisputed world light-welterweight champion in New York on Friday night.

Trees that witnessed key moments in history, provided inspiration to writers and played supporting roles onscreen made this year’s shortlist.

More than 1,750 arrests have been made for non-fatal strangulation in Northern Ireland since it became a specific criminal offence. One survivor of the crime, Sarah, has urged anyone who has suffered ...

The F-35 programme, which could cost up to £71 billion over its lifetime, has suffered delays and personnel shortages, the National Audit ...

Switching to a more active lifestyle at any point in adulthood could also extend people’s lives, researchers said.

A “nationwide blitz” will target migrants working illegally, as part of the effort to deter people from seeking to reach the UK from France.