Gold and silver see rollercoaster end to blockbuster year
The price of gold soared by more than 60% this year to hit a record high of more than $4,549. Read More
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UK social media campaigners among five denied US visas
The Trump administration bans five people who have called for tech regulation from entering the country. Read More
The great debate about whether the NHS should use magic mushrooms to treat mental health
Many clinical trials to test the use of psychedelic medicines for conditions such as depression have been underway since 2022 – with surprising results Read More
Chickenpox vaccines for young children start across UK
For the first time, children will be offered vaccination on the NHS against the common infection which, in rare cases, can be very serious. Read More
US stock market ends 2025 on a high note after volatile year
It’s been a roller coaster year for the stock market, but the S&P 500 is set to end 2025 up about 17%, the third straight year of double-digit gains. Read More
Two killed in clashes between protesters and security forces in Iran
Videos on social media showed cars set on fire during running battles as protests entered their fifth day. Read More
New discovery may challenge theory Vikings built first Irish towns – researcher
Dr Dirk Brandherm and his colleagues have identified more than 600 suspected house platforms in the Brusselstown Ring. Read More
Netherlands police face ‘unprecedented’ New Year’s violence
Reports of fireworks and other explosives being thrown are widespread across the country. Read More
Several dozen feared dead in Swiss ski resort bar fire
Around 100 are also injured in fire at Crans-Montana Swiss ski resort bar Le Constellation. Read More
TikTok removes AI weight loss ads from fake Boots account
The adverts for prescription-only drugs showed healthcare professionals impersonating the British retailer. Read More