Premature baby who defied odds to survive cuddles twin for first time

A premature baby girl who doctors said ‘wouldn’t make it’ has been reunited with her twin brother for the first time after they were separated for two weeks at birth. First-time mother Laura Hough, from Walton, Liverpool, delivered her twins Neve and Louie via an emergency C-section at 30 weeks on 8th March because Neve … Read more

Tycoons who defied the odds to cash in despite Covid

The coronavirus has triggered the worst global economic crisis for nearly a century. But that has not prevented some entrepreneurs, tycoons and investors from making spectacular multi-million pound jackpots through floats, bids and deals. In the thick of the pandemic, tech companies have made blockbuster stock market debuts and private equity has swooped on British … Read more

Russian beauty queen who married the former Malaysian King has defied orders of his powerful family

Russian beauty queen who married the former Malaysian King has defied orders of his powerful family to share pictures of her 18-month-old son on Instagram as a paternity battle rages Oksana Voevodina shared a sweet image of her and her son on her Instagram  It comes as she and Sultan Muhammad V are locked in … Read more

Gym in Southampton which ‘defied orders to close in second lockdown is STILL open in Tier 4’

A Southampton gym which was taken to court for failing to close during the second lockdown still appears to be open days after the region entered Tier 4. Spartans Gym was hauled before court in November charged with two counts of failing to comply with reasonable instruction given by a relevant person.  But on Monday, … Read more

Gym ‘boss’ who ‘defied orders to shut during second coronavirus lockdown’ is hauled before court 

Gym ‘boss’ who ‘defied orders to shut during second coronavirus lockdown’ is hauled before court Spartans Gym in Southampton, Hants, was still open on the start of lockdown ‘Boss’ Josh Gosling appeared in dock but claimed to be just passionate member  Pleaded not guilty to two counts of failing to comply with reasonable instruction Gym … Read more

He has defied the gloomsters. Now Boris Johnson must hold his nerve, writes SIMON WALTERS 

He has defied the gloomsters. Now Boris Johnson must hold his nerve, writes SIMON WALTERS By Simon Walters for the Daily Mail Published: 22:11 BST, 13 October 2020 | Updated: 00:21 BST, 14 October 2020 The image spoke volumes. At Monday’s dramatic press conference, Boris Johnson was flanked by two of the most influential men … Read more

Ministers have defied SAGE advice to screen all hospital patients for Covid-19

Patients being discharged from NHS hospitals are still not all being tested for coronavirus — despite scientists warning ministers that the practice should be routine. Experts working on the Scientific Advisory Group for Emergencies (SAGE) — which advises Number 10 — raised concerns months ago that infected hospital patients were ‘seeding’ outbreaks. They advised ministers in … Read more

Bravery of chemist who defied fierce floods to deliver vital medicines in evacuated Derbyshire town

The Daily Mail’s 2020 Health Hero Awards, launched in partnership with eBay and NHS Charities Together, are your chance to say thank you to the unsung heroes of the NHS, whatever their role, who go the extra mile. This year we’re launching two extra awards — the Mental Health Hero award, and the eBay ‘Smile’ award … Read more

Strictly champ Kelvin Fletcher reveals how he and wife Liz defied show’s ‘curse’

‘We’re so happy!’ Strictly champ Kelvin Fletcher reveals he and wife Liz defied the show’s ‘curse’ as they spent his entire run in ‘their own little bubble’ By Ryan Smith for MailOnline Published: 00:20 BST, 8 June 2020 | Updated: 00:20 BST, 8 June 2020 Strictly Come Dancing’s current reigning champ Kelvin Fletcher has opened … Read more

Donald Trump reveals he has defied doctors’ warnings by taking unproven drug hydroxychloroquine

Donald Trump has revealed that he is taking anti-malaria drug hydroxychloroquine to protect himself against coronavirus, leading to backlash from medics around the world. The president, 73, said he began taking the drug ‘a week and a half’ ago because ‘good things are being said about it’, including by medics who have written to him. … Read more