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Animal rights activists admit trying to stop Scottish Grand National

The showpiece event took place at Ayr Racecourse in April.

Parkinson’s blood test could help develop cure, researchers say

The US team developed a test that showed DNA damage in the mitochondria – energy-producing structures found in the cell – in Parkinson’s patients.

Migrant Channel crossings top 20,000 for the year so far

Some 300 people made the journey in five boats on Tuesday, according to Government figures.

Working-class unionists miss a leader like David Ervine – play produ...

Martin Lynch was speaking at the opening of a new one-man play which tells the story of the former UVF man turned politician.

British family stuck in south of France until Sunday after flights c...

Rory Dollard, 40, and his wife and children could not fly back as planned from Bergerac Dordogne Perigord Airport on Monday.

Woman arrested over death of two-year-old girl hit by car at holiday...

Isabella Tucker died in hospital after the incident in Horsley Hale, near Littleport, Cambridgeshire Police said.

‘Most exciting’ applications for AI lie in healthcare, says minister

A House of Commons committee has published a report on the potential risks posed by advancements in the technology.

UK needs to have ‘pragmatic’ working relations with China, says Clev...

James Cleverly said that the UK was ‘clear-eyed’ that China would not change ‘overnight’.

Two in court charged with suspected ammonia attack murder

Andy Foster, 26, died in hospital after he was sprayed with a substance in Gateshead, Northumbria Police said.

Lithium Universe (ASX: LU7) appoints industry veteran Patrick Scalla...

Highlights,Lithium Universe appointed Patrick Scallan AOM as a non-executive director to the company's board.,For over 25 years, Mr Scallan has been a...

Man pleads guilty to attempted murder over knife attack on suspected...

Joshua Bowles entered his guilty pleas at the Old Bailey on Wednesday.

Ex-GCHQ worker admits attempting to murder US spy in leisure centre...

Joshua Bowles entered his guilty pleas at the Old Bailey on Wednesday.

Project launched to bust myth that cancer is a ‘white person’s disea...

The work aims to increase the number of Black, Asian and ethnic minority patients taking part in clinical trials.

Safe drug consumption facilities should be piloted in the UK, MPs sa...

If Westminster remains unwilling to support a Glasgow pilot, the power to establish it should be devolved to the Scottish Government, MPs said.

Four extra Dail seats recommended for Dublin area

Just seven electoral constituencies are set to remain unchanged in a raft of recommendations from the Electoral Commission.

Government urged to address AI ‘risks’ to avoid ‘spooking’ public

Ministers also urged the Government to ‘move with greater urgency’ when it comes to addressing potential risks associated with the technology.

Dow futures extend gains after positive session, HP drops 6.5% after...

Investing.com - U.S stock futures were little changed on Tuesday evening after major benchmark indices posted gains throughout regular trading, after...

‘Magnificent civic building’ recognised with upgraded listed status

Bedford Shire Hall, beside the River Great Ouse, was designed in 1878 by architect Alfred Waterhouse.

PSNI chief constable has no option but to resign after court ruling,...

Trevor Clarke said Simon Byrne has lost the confidence of his officers, politicians and the public.

Tributes paid after grandparents and three-year-old boy killed in Ca...

A man and woman aged in their 20s remain in hospital where they are being treated for serious injuries.