Ms Takaichi won 237 votes – four more than a majority – compared to 149 won by Yoshikoko Noda, head of the largest opposition party.

Lanes 3 and 4 (of 4) are closed on the #M62 eastbound between J8 ( #Burtonwood) and J9 ( #Warrington) due to a multi-vehicle collision. Emergency services are working on scene. There are delays of at ...

Smith is likely to captain Australia in the Ashes opener if Cummins fails to recover for the Perth curtain-raiser.

Researchers said further studies were needed but they hoped the findings can ‘start a larger conversation about prevention in women’s health’.

Nuno Espirito Santo admitted “we have a problem” after West Ham slumped to a dispiriting 2-0 defeat at home to Brentford. Hammers fans picked the right night to stage a boycott in protest at the ...

A MAN charged with possessing large quantities of illegal goods with intent to supply them and dangerous driving following a police chase ...

Essex Police found bottles of chloroform and an ‘abduction kit’ complete with cable ties when officers raided Gavin Plumb’s flat in Harlow.

The comments by the co-author of Ms Giuffre’s memoirs were made as it emerged the prince has paid a ‘peppercorn rent’ on Royal Lodge ...

Denise Bacon was diagnosed with Parkinson’s and it has affected her ability to walk, swim, dance and play her clarinet.

Going on holiday, reading newspapers, having meals out and spending time with friends and family can help to reduce an elderly man’s risk of frailty, a new study suggests. Being more sociable can even ...

A major trial of artificial intelligence (AI) in the health service has shown the technology could potentially save 400,000 ...

The SNP have put forward an early day motion putting pressure on the Government to strip Prince Andrew of the title.