Teaching materials will also help secondary school pupils to identify and scrutinise data and claims made by online influencers.

Experts said they were ‘devastated’ by the findings, which also show 2024 was one of the worst years on record for butterflies.

The social media giant announced a major revamp of its content, safety and moderation policies in January to support ‘free expression’.

The number of contactless card transactions made in 2024 increased by 3.4% annually, according to UK Finance data. Some 18.9 billion contactless transactions were made in 2024 – a 3.4% increase ...

The poll found people still believe in the founding principles of the NHS and the majority believe it needs more money and staff.

Economists have warned US tariffs could wipe out the Chancellor’s ‘headroom’ against her debt rules, requiring more cuts or tax rises.

Wolves boss Vitor Pereira was “emotional and very proud” of his side after they moved 12 points clear of the Premier League’s relegation zone with a 1-0 win over West Ham at Molineux. Jorgen Strand ...

Nuno Espirito Santo was “over the moon” after Nottingham Forest dug deep to beat Manchester United thanks to Anthony Elanga’s wonder goal and Murillo’s crucial last-gasp clearance. A season to cherish ...

Steven Schumacher admitted Bolton’s first derby victory over League One rivals Wigan in more than a decade had been a long time coming. Chris Forino prodded the ball home from close range after Wigan ...

Grimsby were without leading scorer Danny Rose because of concussion protocols and struggled to carve out clear chances. Jason Svanthorsson crashed a volley into the side-netting and Luca Barrington ...

Darren Ferguson praised Peterborough’s desire and determination to win after a dramatic stoppage-time penalty from Ricky-Jade Jones gave them a hard-fought 4-3 victory at relegation-threatened Crawley ...

The North Yorkshire team moved nine points clear of the bottom two with victory over fellow strugglers Tranmere.