The Republican Party has won enough seats to control the US House, completing the party’s sweep into power and securing their hold on the American government alongside president-elect Donald Trump.

The papers on Thursday are led by a shake-up to the pension scheme. The Financial Times reports Chancellor Rachel Reeves is to announce pension “megafunds” are set to be created to help unlock ...

At least one explosion outside Brazil’s Supreme Court has killed one person and forced the justices and staff to evacuate the building in the capital of Brasilia, police and firefighters said. A ...

Two-thirds of people living in private rented accommodation are worried about paying their rent, research suggests. The Big Issue magazine said its study revealed a “troubling picture” of housing ...

House prices are expected to rise over the three months ahead, the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors said.

According to the Lords’ Preterm Birth Committee, children who are born prematurely have a higher risk of life-long conditions such as autism.

Strawberry Hill, a farm left to nature decades ago that is now home to rare nightingales and turtledoves, has been bought by a local wildlife trust.

The group said it is seeking damages for all affected Apple customers who have obtained iCloud services since October 1 2015 ...

Rak-Sakyi's call-up comes after nine players left camp either through injury or promotion to the senior squad. On loan at Sheffield United, the 22-year-old has impressed for Chris Wilder's side, ...

Saturday’s lottery jackpot will be an estimated £4 million after no players scooped the top prize in Wednesday’s draw. The winning Lotto numbers were 11, 12, 28, 29, 41 and 54, while the bonus number ...

The British Museum is to receive the highest-value gift in UK museum history as it acquires £1 billion worth of Chinese ceramics. Trustees of the Sir Percival David Foundation are to donate 1,700 ...

Euston Station in central London has deteriorated to the point where its marble columns are held together by bands because “it would fall off without them”, the rail minister has said. Lord Hendy of ...