Staff employed by MPs are calling for urgently tightened security after reports of some being physically attacked and hundreds receiving threatening calls and messages.

A survey of more than 500 MPs’ staff members found that 78% had received threatening communication and nearly one in three fear for their own safety or that of colleagues.

A US study has found a 70% drop in hospital admissions and days off from work or school when people with poorly controlled asthma had their gas stove and hob replaced with electric.

Researchers at USC have uncovered nine additional genes associated with hyperemesis gravidarum (HG), the most severe form of pregnancy sickness. Six of those genes had never before been connected to the condition.

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Weapons and upcoming Resident Evil director Zach Cregger gave an update on the status of his Aunt Gladys prequel film at San Diego Comic-Con on Thursday afternoon.

Tim Seifert's huge knock of 67 runs off 45 deliveries saw Manchester Super Giants defeat London Spirit by seven runs in thrilling circumstances at Lord's.

After losing the toss, the Super Giants were sent in to bat first, setting the hosts a target of 139 to win.

Ryana MacDonald-Gay took four wickets as Manchester Super Giants surged to a dominant seven-wicket victory over London Spirit at Lord's.

Meg Lanning's side showcased why they are one of the teams to watch in The Hundred this year, bowling the hosts out for 80 with nine deliveries to spare, before needing only 40 minutes to surpass that total.

Elliot Anderson has declared Manchester City the "kings of Manchester" after completing his £116m move from Nottingham Forest.

The England midfielder has signed a five-year contract at the Etihad Stadium with the option of a further 12 months.