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NHS Delays in England Cause Thousands of Unnecessary Deaths, Inquiry Reveals
An inquiry by Lord Ara Darzi reveals that long delays in the NHS are causing thousands of unnecessary deaths in England, rupturing the social contract between the NHS and the public. Commissioned by Labour, the report criticizes the Cons...
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Bill Gates Warns of Imminent Threats: War and Pandemics
Microsoft co-founder and philanthropist Bill Gates has voiced his concerns about two major global crises: war and pandemics. Gates predicts another pandemic within 25 years and questions whether nations are better prepared now compared t...
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Stolen Churchill Photo Recovered in Italy
A 1941 photograph of Winston Churchill, known as 'The Roaring Lion' and taken by Yousuf Karsh, has been recovered in Genoa, Italy, after being stolen from an Ottawa hotel. A 43-year-old man from Ontario has been arrested in connection wi...
Significant Corruption Concerns in Covid Contracts
Transparency International UK identified over £15.3 billion in high-risk Covid contracts awarded by the Conservative government. Many contracts involved firms with political connections or passed through a 'VIP lane'. The charity urges i...
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EU States Propose New Youth Mobility Scheme with UK
EU member states are working on a new youth mobility scheme with the UK after an earlier proposal was rejected. German Chancellor Olaf Scholz expressed concern over declining interactions post-Brexit. The 27 EU countries aim to proceed a...
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High Prevalence of Long Covid in Northern England
One in five patients at two GP surgeries in northern England have long Covid, highlighting regional disparities. The north-west has the highest rates at 5.5%, while southern regions report lower rates. Deprived areas have almost double t...
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South Korea Deploys Sniffer Dog to Combat Bedbugs Post-Olympics
South Korea has deployed its first sniffer dog to detect bedbugs at Incheon Airport. The initiative follows the return of around 140 athletes from the Paris Olympics, where South Korea won 32 medals. The beagle named Ceco is trained to d...
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UN Reports Lowest Global Youth Unemployment Rate in 15 Years
The United Nations reports that global youth unemployment is at its lowest level in 15 years, with a rate of 13% in 2023. However, recovery remains uneven, with higher unemployment in regions like the Arab States, East Asia, and the Paci...
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Cannabis Cultivation Surge in Vacant UK Urban Retail Spaces
Organized crime groups in the UK are using vacant commercial properties to grow cannabis on an industrial scale, leveraging empty shops and pubs. Raids over the past year have found farms in various locations, including store properties ...
Ethan Lawrence Warns of 'Brain Drain' in Film and TV Industry
Ethan Lawrence has raised concerns about a brain drain in the creative industry on BBC's Reliable Sauce podcast. He notes that not just actors, but all creative roles are affected, with more than half of workers still unemployed since la...
England’s Health Watchdog ‘Not Fit for Purpose’ According to Wes Streeting
Wes Streeting criticizes the Care Quality Commission as 'not fit for purpose' due to significant failings in identifying poor performance at health and social care facilities. An interim report highlights inconsistent assessments, outdat...
President Biden Returns to White House After Testing COVID Negative
US President Joe Biden has returned to the White House after testing negative for COVID-19. Despite stepping back from seeking the Democratic nomination, he continues to fulfill his presidential duties. Biden has endorsed Vice President ...
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A Week of Turmoil: Key Moments in US Politics
The last eight days have been tumultuous for US politics. Joe Biden withdrew from the 2024 presidential race following an assassination attempt on Donald Trump and decreasing support from fellow Democrats. With Biden endorsing Kamala Har...
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UK's Flawed COVID-19 Planning Exposed by Inquiry
Britain was found unprepared for the COVID-19 pandemic, according to a public inquiry led by Heather Hallett. The report criticizes the outdated 2011 strategy and inadequate leadership, resulting in over 230,000 deaths by December 2023. ...
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UK Pandemic Plans Criticized for Significant Flaws
The first report from the Covid Inquiry has highlighted significant flaws in the UK's pandemic planning, leading to higher death tolls and economic impacts. By the end of 2023, Covid had claimed two hundred thirty-five thousand lives in ...
Vaughan Gething Resigns as First Minister of Wales
Vaughan Gething, the first black Welsh Labour leader, is resigning as First Minister after 118 days due to controversies surrounding a cabinet minister's sacking and a £200,000 donation. His leadership faced a collapsed co-operation agre...
Rishi Sunak Urges Voters to Avoid Handing Keir Starmer a Supermajority
Rishi Sunak has urged voters not to let their frustration with him give Keir Starmer a supermajority in the upcoming election. He outlined the Conservative plans for tax cuts, economic stability, and national security, contrasting them w...
Rishi Sunak Acknowledges Mistakes and Highlights Clear Election Choice
Prime Minister Rishi Sunak emphasized that voters face a clear choice in the upcoming General Election, despite their frustration with him and the Conservative party. He highlighted Conservative plans to cut taxes and increase security, ...
UK Awaits Landmark General Election
The UK stands on the threshold of a landmark general election with polling showing Labour significantly ahead and the Conservative Party bracing for potential defeat. Over the last 14 years, major events including referenda, the Covid pa...
Early Release of Scottish Prisoners to Ease Overcrowding
Scotland is releasing 500 to 550 prisoners early to reduce overcrowding in its jails. Eligible inmates have 180 days or less to serve on sentences under four years, excluding sexual and domestic abuse offenders. Victim support groups are...
Ex-Tory Donor John Caudwell Urges Public to Vote Labour
John Caudwell, founder of Phones4U and former major Conservative donor, declared his support for Labour for the upcoming general election. Citing economic mismanagement and ethical concerns within the Conservative Party, Caudwell praised...
The Hardships of Homelessness: Tony Sinclair's Story
Tony Sinclair, a 70-year-old former bus driver, became homeless in London due to his pension being insufficient to cover his rent. On November 10, 2022, police evicted Sinclair and other homeless individuals from their tents near Univers...
Tory Donor John Caudwell to Vote Labour
John Caudwell, a prominent Tory donor and founder of Phones 4U, has announced he will vote Labour for the first time due to dissatisfaction with Rishi Sunak’s government. Despite past criticisms of Labour policies, Caudwell believes Labo...
Impact of Global Events on Scotland's Election
The upcoming general election in Scotland is influenced by significant global events like COVID-19, Brexit, and the war in Ukraine. COVID-19 strained the NHS, Brexit impacted trade and productivity, and the Ukraine conflict drove up infl...
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Royal Navy's First 'Narco-Sub' Drug Seizure in the Caribbean
Northern Lights Illuminate Skies Over the UK
Citizens' Jury Supports Change in Assisted Dying Law
Russia Can End the War Now, Says PM as Putin Warns West
SpaceX Polaris Dawn Crew Makes History With First Private Spacewalk
Jon Bon Jovi Heroically Rescues Woman on Nashville Bridge
Fragmented EU Defence Industry Needs Urgent Coordination
Keir Starmer Accused of Concealing Impact of Winter Fuel Payment Cuts on Pensioners
Keir Starmer Urged to Publish Winter Fuel Payments Impact Assessment
Ex-CIA Officer Sentenced to 10 Years for Espionage
UK Economy Stalls for Second Consecutive Month
Downing Street to Begin Search for New Cabinet Secretary
UK Government Introduces Bill to Ban Rental Bidding Wars
Scottish Opposition Questions Cuts to Free School Meals and Rail Fares
NHS Delays in England Cause Thousands of Unnecessary Deaths, Inquiry Reveals
NHS Restricts Obesity Services across England, Investigates BMJ
Bill Gates Warns of Imminent Threats: War and Pandemics
Over One Million UK Carers Living in Poverty
Equitable Future Threatened by Climate Crisis and Consumerism
Calls for Inclusive and Diverse Stories in UK English Curriculum
UK Government Confirms £500m Subsidy for Tata Steel
Chancellor Rachel Reeves Warns of Tough Budget Ahead
Unions Fear Labour's Net Zero Plans Will Cost Jobs
PM to Address Critical NHS Report Demanding Reforms
Kamala Harris Wins Post-Debate Survey Against Donald Trump
Impact and Aftermath of 9/11 Attacks on the US and the World
Iran Denies Missile Deliveries to Russia Amid New Sanctions
Kamala Harris Claims to Own Guns, Denies Supporting Mandatory Buyback—Yet Said the Opposite Weeks Ago
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Sir Paul Marshall Acquires The Spectator for £100 Million
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Harris Commands Debate Against Trump
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Controversial Netanyahu Documentary Premieres in Toronto
Labour's Winter Fuel Cut Passes Amid Controversy
Germany's New Border Controls: A Threat to EU Unity?
Global Religious Groups Spend Billions to Undermine Gender-Equality Education
Dave Grohl Announces Birth of Baby Girl
Brigitte Macron to Make Cameo in Netflix's Emily in Paris
Olympic Medals Stolen from Australian Rower's Car in Melbourne
Russia Receives Iranian Ballistic Missiles for Use in Ukraine
US and Europe Consider Easing Restrictions on Ukraine's Long-Range Strikes
Brazilian President Visits Amazon Amid Severe Drought and Wildfires
Concerns Raised Over Early Release of Prisoners
Labour Special Advisers Join Union Over Pay Concerns
NHS Trust Admits Contaminated Feed Caused Baby's Death After Decade of Denial
Dubai Conference Cancels Talk by Ex-Children’s Hospital Doctor Under Investigation
Manchester Adopts 'Housing First' to Combat Rough Sleeping
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