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Looking for signs of the cancer in a more convenient way could help women access the test and prevent the disease occurring, researchers say.

Malcolm and Sarah, from Scarborough, say they hope they can inspire other visually impaired people.

Hundreds of dead and dying seabirds are washing up on British beaches.

Items from David Tennant's Tenth Doctor all the way through Fifteenth Doctor Ncuti Gatwa's final season are going on the block, with a portion of proceeds going to charity.

Sarah's Trust announced it was shutting "for the foreseeable future" after "some months" of discussion.

Sir Chris Hoy has said he is "very excited to return to Glasgow" for his fundraising charity cycle ride later this year. The former Olympian and GoFundMe are once again teaming up for the Tour de 4 event which raised more than £3.1 million in its inaugural year in 2025. This year fundraising will support five major UK cancer charities – Breast Cancer Now, Cure Leukaemia, Macmillan Cancer Support, Maggie's and Prostate Cancer UK – with all general donations being split equally between the five charities. The six-time Olympic champions was at the Sir Chris Hoy Velodrome on Wednesday to announce that this year's Tour de 4 will take place on Sunday September 6, with registration for the event opening in March. Sir Chris was diagnosed with stage 4 prostate cancer in 2023 and a year later was told it was terminal. This year's Tour de 4 will follow a similar format to last year with participants setting off from the Sir Chris Hoy velodrome and choosing between routes over different distances. Sir Chris said: "To see my vision come to life last year was incredible and I am very grateful for the incredible support we received from sponsors, charities, participants, the local community and everyone involved. "Our aim was to raise £1 million for UK cancer charities and we collectively more than trebled that! "Thank you to every single person who contributed, we were honestly blown away by your generosity. "I'm very excited to return to Glasgow for Tour de 4 2026 and look forward to sharing more information on this year's event and the fantastic support we already have in place, as we count down to registration opening next month." Get more Glasgow Live exclusives by signing up for free to Google’s preferred sources Supporters of last year's event included sports stars Sir Ben Ainslie, Rebecca Adlington, Duncan Scott, Sir Andy Murray, Sir Steve Redgrave and Sir Mark Cavendish, and broadcasters Louise Minchin and Dan Walker. GoFundMe chief executive Tim Cadogan said: "With more than £3 million raised, thousands of participants and a spike in awareness around stage 4 cancer, what Sir Chris and the team have achieved is frankly extraordinary. "As we get ready for the return of this event we are looking at how this shining example of community fundraising can be even bigger and better." More information about Tour de 4 2026 can be found at https://www.tourde4.com

Scotland's plan to install heat pumps 'too slow' – climate advisers

The Scottish government's plan to install more heat pumps in Scottish homes is "too slow", independent climate change advisors have warned.

Ministers proposed waiting until 2035 before significantly ramping up the rollout of the low-carbon alternative to gas and oil-fired boilers, with the vast majority needing to be completed just 10 years later.

But the climate change committee (CCC) has described that plan as "unambitious" and says it will be challenging for the supply chain to deliver.

Climate Action Secretary Gillian Martin said the government would use the feedback, alongside the results of a public consultation, to shape the final version of its climate change plan.

The chair of the committee, Nigel Topping, said the Scottish government had the powers to achieve most of the cuts required to greenhouse gas emissions "but only if they take action now".

He added: "Low carbon home heating is a critical part of Scotland's transition, and the next decade will be decisive for supply chains.

"Current plans for buildings are too slow and rely on a risky late 2030s catch-up. Scotland needs to accelerate the roll-out of heat pumps now."

The assessment forms part of the CCC's report to the Scottish Parliament on progress in reducing planet-warming greenhouse gas emissions.

It has also been assessing the Scottish government's draft climate change plan which sets out the policies needed to meet its targets.

The report praises the strides made already by reducing emissions by 51.3% by 2023 compared with baseline levels in 1990.

But it says the majority of emissions reductions already achieved have been delivered through decarbonisation of the energy sector, led by the UK government.

It adds that the majority of the remaining cuts will come from sectors with policy powers devolved to Scotland.

Why are we installing heat pumps?

In terms of keeping buildings warm, heat pumps are widely seen as the best way of cutting emissions of carbon dioxide and helping to achieve net zero goals.

They run on electricity and work by drawing a small amount of heat from the air which is then amplified using heat exchangers.

They don't have to be fitted in warm regions to work, with colder Scandinavian countries like Norway, Sweden and Finland recording some of the highest numbers of installations.

But with heat generated at lower levels for longer, properties do need to be well insulated to prevent the heat from escaping.

Scotland is already ahead of the rest of the UK on the roll out of heat pumps, with an 18% increase in installations between 2023 and 2024.

However, in its latest progress report the committee said that recent growth needed to be built upon and accelerated.

It said that plans to deliver the scale-up required to meet climate change targets "are currently missing".

The research charity Nesta estimates that 110,000 heat pumps need to be installed during the next Scottish parliamentary term.

Robin Parker, from Nesta Scotland, said the number "would support steady growth of the heat pump industry in Scotland without kicking the can down the road so that unrealistically rapid change is needed in the future".

Two years ago, the Scottish government announced it was ditching most of its climate change targets after it missed eight of the previous 12 annual goals.

It has since replaced them with carbon budgets which set the volume of greenhouse gases that can be emitted over five years.

The move, which brings Scotland into line with how other UK governments measure emissions, allows for annual fluctuations such as higher gas demand for home heating during colder winters.

Ministers were praised in the assessment report for showing "impressive growth" in public charging infrastructure for electric vehicles.

A target to provide 6,000 charge points by 2026 was met two years ago, although the report says the distribution across Scotland varies and satisfaction levels "could be substantially improved".

Woodland and peatland, which absorb carbon dioxide from the atmosphere, has seen growth although there's criticism of "stop-start funding" which leads to uncertainty and damages supply chains.

Cuts to the nature restoration budget in 2024, to pay for local authority pay rises, led to millions of tree saplings being destroyed and the tree nursery which grew them being put into administration.

Conservation charity WWF Scotland said ministers needed to significantly improve their plans if they were to be seen as credible.

Director Lang Banks said: "The more we delay, the more we add to the climate crisis and the longer people have to wait for the benefits of lower energy bills, warmer homes, healthier air and nature recovery."

Jamie Livingstone, head of Oxfam Scotland, added: "Progress, albeit against weakened climate ambition, is undoubtedly positive, but beneath the surface lies a clear warning: long-term plans lack credibility, cash and a clear route to delivery."

The Scottish government has already scrapped a commitment to bring forward legislation this parliamentary term on decarbonising heat in buildings.

It now says that will happen as early as possible in the next parliamentary session, should the SNP be returned to power.

Climate Action Secretary Gillian Martin said the draft climate change plan, published in November, included more than 150 actions.

She added: "It also describes how we will seize and fairly distribute the opportunities from the transition to net zero – from new jobs, inclusive growth and better infrastructure to improved public services and healthier people – thanks to cleaner air, warmer homes and wealthier communities."

Charity shops are brimming with bargains waiting to be uncovered. Whether it's clothing, toys, homeware, or something slightly more unusual, they're packed with items typically at a fraction of their original cost.

One devoted charity shop enthusiast made what he called his "greatest ever find" when he snapped up a collection of retro items for just £20. The man, known on social media as RK Gaming, where he has a combined following of over 25,000 people, describes himself as a "charity shop hunter", and frequently shares some his remarkable finds, which he often resells for substantial profits.

In a recent TikTok video he revealed what he labelled "my greatest charity shop find ever". "I still cannot believe it," he said.

The clip begins with the man entering an Age UK charity shop and browsing the shelves, looking through DVDs, video games, and toys, mentioning he had previously discovered a Mario Kart remote control car in the store. He then visits a different charity shop, where he says he discovers "two of my greatest pickups ever".

"I was informed I missed something and the beginning of the week that's worth a lot so I've come back today to pick it up," he stated. "Over to where it was when I last came in and it was gone, because it was sat in between these clothes."

Picking up a toy of the were-rabbit from the 2005 film Wallace and Gromit: The Curse of the Were-Rabbit, he added: "It last sold on eBay for £70."

Showing the price tag, he reveals he picked it up for just £3, reports the Mirror. He went on to say he'd asked whether they had any further gaming items in stock, and was handed a bag containing a treasure trove of retro gems.

"I couldn't believe what it was," he said. "A Sega Master System 2 with so many games and accessories. One of the games was Alex Kidd in Shinobi World, which sells at CEX for £45. And the best thing about it all, she only wanted £20 for the whole lot."

The Sega Master System 2, launched in 1990, was a budget version of the gaming giant's Master System console, which first went on sale in the UK in 1987. It featured titles including Sonic the Hedgehog, Alex Kidd in Miracle World, and Phantasy Star.

Viewers were left astounded by the discovery. One commented: "Oh my good what a find, crazy."

Another wrote: "I did two charity shop hunts yesterday. Nothing exciting but I loved a rummage. Replying, RK Gaming said: "90% of the time I get nothing. I just go into so many."

The commenter responded: "It's not gaming but I picked up a Care Bears book from 1984 for 25p. That's getting flipped."

RK Gaming replied: "I need to look into books a bit more. Some good money to be made!"

A further commenter added: "Alex Kidd! Great game! But seriously what an amazing find."

Whilst another wrote: "Lol it was me who pointed out about the Were Rabbit plush, so glad it was still there. That Master System find was insane, you definitely don't find things like that in charity shops anymore. Not in the last 15 years I've been doing this anyway."

Another shared their own incredible discovery. They wrote: "My greatest ever charity shop find was finding one of my favourite books in a hard back sprayed edges for 50p only to find when I got home it's worth £700+."

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Aldi is set to give away an additional 1.2 million meals to families in need this year, in partnership with The Bread and Butter Thing. The supermarket is expanding its partnership with the charity after a successful pilot at three of its Regional Distribution Centres, which saw 455,000 meals donated in 2025.

The partnership enables Aldi’s suppliers to donate products that couldn’t be sold in stores, such as items with packaging damage or labelling errors, but are still good to eat. Following the success of the pilot, Aldi will now roll the initiative out across all remaining Regional Distribution Centres this year.

The Bread and Butter Thing is the UK's largest member-based food redistribution charity. It runs mobile food clubs in communities from Maidstone to Northumberland, providing its members with access to fresh, nutritious food at affordable prices. Luke Emery, National Sustainability Director at Aldi UK, said: “Expanding this initiative across all of our Regional Distribution Centres marks an important step in how we reduce waste and continue to support our communities.

“Through our partnership with The Bread and Butter Thing, we’re ensuring that even more surplus food is redirected to families who need it most, rather than going to waste.”

Vic Harper, CEO at The Bread and Butter Thing, said: “Demand for fresh, affordable food support remains high in many communities, and this partnership plays an important role in helping us meet that need. Surplus food that might otherwise go to waste is instead helping families stretch their budgets and access nutritious essentials. We’re pleased to be working with Aldi to grow this impact across more communities.”

Aldi works with a range of redistribution partners across the UK to ensure surplus food from its stores and distribution centres is put to good use. Through partnerships including Neighbourly and Company Shop Group, the supermarket continues to reduce waste across its operations while supporting communities facing financial pressures.

The Scots mum of a girl with a rare genetic condition has issued a stark warning the standard of care she might receive in the future. Ali Reed, 43, is worried about the quality of care her teenage daughter Emma will receive when she transitions to adult services. Emma, 15, was suspected to have Williams syndrome when she was nine months old but was not diagnosed until more than a year later. The condition is a genetic disorder which can lead to delayed development among infants and can cause physical and mental health issues later in life. It affects around one in every 18,000 people in the UK. It comes as people with genetic conditions are being pushed into the "shadows," the charity Genetic Alliance UK says in a new report, adding that there are too many people like Emma experiencing delays in diagnosis. Ali, who lives near Stirling, said: "During our diagnosis journey, what I found strange is that we had three or four healthcare professionals who had met other children with Williams syndrome, but didn’t see it in Emma. "Once you know what Williams syndrome is, it’s not difficult to recognise people with it because they tend to share similar facial characteristics." Emma has been under the care of the same paediatrician for 13 years. But her mother is concerned about the standard of care she will receive later down the line. Ali went on: "Emma’s paediatrician has been excellent and she’s co-ordinated everything, but soon Emma will transition to adult services where she’s seen by a GP . "Only one in about 30 GPs have heard of Williams syndrome, so it’s a concern to me that Emma won’t get the level of care she needs." Nick Meade, chief executive of Genetic Alliance UK, said: “Tackling the root causes of inequity must start with an understanding of the problem. “Research to identify exactly how many people in the UK have a rare condition and the challenges they face is a vital first step so that healthcare systems can prioritise services and care. “We need a strategic approach that recognises the unique challenges of rare conditions and delivers real change for our community. It’s the only way to drive forward real improvements in diagnosis, care and support.” The charity is urging the Scottish Government to fund a comprehensive rare condition registry north of the border. It also wants to see changes to medicine regulations. The Scottish Government has been approached for comment. Get more Daily Record exclusives by signing up for free to Google’s preferred sources. Click HERE .