GfK’s Consumer Confidence Index increased by two points to minus 17 in August, likely because of the latest cut to interest rates.

People who do not drink enough water have a stronger biological response to stress, according to a study. Researchers found those who habitually drink less release greater levels of the stress hormone ...

The Doctor Who actor will discover whether his libel claim against Guardian News and Media has been successful on Friday.

Chris Philp, the shadow home secretary, said that people have ‘every right’ to protest over asylum hotels in their areas.

Baby food manufacturers have been given 18 months to cut sugar and salt in their products, to address concerns that infants’ development is being harmed by poor diets.