They 'died without a place to call home' - remembering Birmingham's homeless in poignant ceremony
Calls for Birmingham to officially record and commemorate those who die each year while homeless and on the streets, in hostels or temporary accommodation
Awkward moment Kim Jong Un is forced to wait for handshake
Kim Jong Un was in Pyongyang to meet military leaders when he extended his hand to shake hands with the first officer at the top of the stairs
Pet lovers go to war over 'Asbos for dogs' requiring them to use leads
Dog walkers in a London borough have been left fuming after the council's plans to ban dogs from being off leads in parks were revealed, with a Team GB star leading to fightback.
Russia and US battle for advantage in Ukraine war ahead of Trump's return
Moscow appears to be maximising its gains while Joe Biden abandons long-held red lines at the end of his presidency.
As seen on TV: How Trump selects his cabinet from what he has watched
President-elect Donald Trump continues selecting prominent figures on cable television and celebrities to fill his cabinet and administration.
Primary school pupil suspensions in England double in a decade
Mum Jo says Jacob is very caring but sensory issues led to him being excluded for disruptive behaviour.
Only targeting immigrant spaza shops is unconstitutional, activist warns
The focus should instead be on holding government accountable for ensuring food safety at all stores.
No mental wellbeing priority in government's latest child strategy
Mental well-being has been removed as a standalone priority in the government's latest Child and Youth Well-being Strategy - despite officials warning against this earlier in the year.
Labour backs new Police Commissioner - but warns against routine arming
The alternative to policing by consent would be a police state, which New Zealanders don't want, the party says.
Labour backs new Police Commissioner - but warns against routine arming
The alternative to policing by consent would be a police state, which New Zealanders don't want, the party says.
Puberty blockers: Ministry of Health releases long-awaited evidence brief
In releasing its long-delayed evidence brief, the ministry urged "a more precautionary approach".
Strong domestic enrolment
Okanagan College officials are touting their programs as a first choice post secondary option for domestic students as foreign enrolments dwindle.  
Sustainable volunteering
The past two years, I’ve written columns about upcoming trends in volunteering.
Labour launches petition opposing plans to cut black bin collections to once a month
Big changes are also planned for household recycling rubbish
Call them back to office, they'll quit: Musk-Vivek's bold plan
Tesla owner billionaire Elon Musk and Indian American entrepreneur Vivek Ramaswamy in an op-ed provided an insight into their blueprint for an unprecedented government reform that includes mass federal job cuts and massive expense reduction.
Madera County K9 shot in the line of duty, suspect in custody, deputies said.
A K9 with the Madera County Sheriff’s Office was wounded in the line of duty Wednesday afternoon.
Half of Canterbury University students set to miss out on halls of residence places
First year students are being forced to go flatting as capacity in Canterbury University's halls of residence is at a peak.
Former Presidential Candidate Simeon Freeman, Others Criticize UP Government Over Draft National Budget, Call Financial Package - FrontPageAfrica
In a continued effort to uplift the lives of vulnerable Liberians, the local nonprofit organization Loving Arms for Liberia (LAFL) has made significant strides in providing critical aid to underprivileged children, disabled adults, and marginalized communities across Monrovia and beyond. Through its recent distribution of food and non-food items, LAFL continues to showcase its unwavering
Doctor facing suspension after stealing lip fillers and Botox from beauty clinic
Dr Nimrit Dhillon was found guilty of three counts of theft in August last year. She could be suspended for eight months after self-referring to the General Medical Council (GMC)
The biggest difference between Hīkoi mō te Tiriti and past hīkoi: More support from non-Māori
Analysis - The diversity of voices during the hīkoi was noticeable - from tangata moana to young immigrants to elderly Pākehā from the South Island.
The biggest difference between Hīkoi mō te Tiriti and past hīkoi: More support from non-Māori
Analysis - The diversity of voices during the hīkoi was noticeable - from tangata moana to young immigrants to elderly Pākehā from the South Island.
Mayors, councillors mull capping rates
The government has indicated it will explore the option of capping rates - but many have objections.
New chief of staff a lobbyist
As incoming White House chief of staff, one of Susie Wiles ’ vexing challenges will be policing the buffet line of powerful interests who want something from Donald Trump.
Devon school trust set to double childcare costs after Christmas
It has already had to review its changes after a massive backlash
Feds charge former Eagles running back, Delaware native with COVID, tax fraud
A former running back for the Philadelphia Eagles and Wilmington-area native has been charged by federal prosecutors with COVID and tax fraud.
Couple and two kids escape huge house blaze after Christmas decoration catches fire
Callum Watkins and wife Bethan Watkins had just put sons Harri, four, and Hadley Rhys, two, to bed on Sunday when they were forced to flee their Llanelli, Carmarthenshire home
Children In Need boss quits over grants to scandal-hit trans charity
Rosie Millard, 59, accused the charity of 'institutional failure' in an explosive letter that announced she would be stepping down after six years.
Private schools do not outperform in core GCSEs after socioeconomic adjustment
But state school pupils achieve worse results in arts subjects at GCSE, even after accounting for socioeconomic factors, according to University College London (UCL) research
No fuel for vehicles driven by minors, say petrol pumps in Jammu
Petrol pumps in Jammu refuse fuel to minors driving vehicles, sparking debate on underage driving and road safety.
A Trump Judge Just Nixed Overtime Pay for Millions—and Media Yawned
Remember the right-wing frenzy over “Rich Men North of Richmond”? Well, this ruling exposes Trump-MAGA hypocrisy on the working class—and reveals a big media failure.
Former L.A. City Councilman Ridley-Thomas' ultimate campaign: To clear his name
The veteran politician seeks to have his conviction on graft charges overturned. On Thursday, his lawyers will argue before the 9th Circuit Court of Appeals.
Trump’s In-Law Massad Boulos May Replace Amos Hochstein as Envoy to Lebanon
It was a remark attributed to Boulos by Al-Jadeed TV that sparked the most intrigue: the suggestion that he would personally lead US efforts to mediate the Israel–Lebanon crisis once Trump returned
Holding the Fort: The Remarkable Strength of Israel’s Newcomer Women
The harsh reality of war forces many new immigrant women to bear the heavy burden of managing households, caring for children, and keeping their families together as their husbands are called to reser
King Charles' private school raises fees by up to £70,000 a year
A private Scottish school which was deemed fit for royalty will raise its fees by up to £9,200 a year  in response to the government's decision to end the VAT tax exemption for private schools.
Street vendors worry about new rules coming to Fresno: ‘We could face a lot of dangers’
New rules regulating where and street-food vendors can sell their fruit cups, corn, churros, hot dogs and other goodies within Fresno will be introduced by the City Council at its meeting Thursday.
ADvTech acquires Ethiopian international school for R135m
This acquisition has added five schools to the group's international portfolio.
Children in Need chair resigns over grants to scandal-hit LGBT charity
Rosie Millard quit over grants for LGBT youth charity whose ex-chief was convicted of child sex assaults.
Kildare schools invited to register for free Law Society Legal Ambitions programme for Transition Year
129 students from schools across Kildare participated in the course in 2024 as part of the Law Society’s continued work to widen access to legal training
Ben Bradley officially in running to be Lincolnshire's new mayor
Ben Bradley is stepping back from Nottinghamshire politics in the coming weeks
Zama zamas can't expect food to be brought to them 'while evading arrest'
Representing the respondents, advocate Bonginkosi Lukhele said the applicant failed to bring evidence to support their claim that the miners' rights to life, dignity and health were violated.
Teen becomes youngest person to pass California bar exam
A 17-year-old student just became the youngest person to pass the California bar exam.
DWP confirms new study of PIP claimants' spending ahead of fundamental reforms
The DWP is to work with charities and experts on a survey of claimants' disability needs and what they use their PIP payments for
Lyle Menendez's romance with college student puts release at risk
Lyle Menendez, 56, is having a secret affair with a 21-year-old university student who traveled all the way from England to visit the convicted murderer in prison.
Neighbours from hell kicked out of Bristol home after drug dealing and violence
There was destructive behaviour and a drugs raid at the property
Gender Ministry to roll out empowerment sessions for men
The Ministry of Culture, Gender, Entertainment and Sport will be rolling out a series of empowerment sessions, mentorship opportunities and capacity building activities to equip men to rise above life's challenges with resilience and purpose....
Trafford council in plea to Home Secretary: 'We need more time to place asylum seekers in hotels'
Town hall asks Government for 'adequate notice'
'My daughter was strip searched by police after a harrowing ordeal'
Marlon West says more should be done to protect children from exploitation.
'This isn't about rich or poor... without this, we will suffer'
'The Post Office is a vital piece of infrastructure for the Harpurhey community'
Five men charged over smuggling of migrants from UK to France in lorries following dawn raids
Five men have been appeared in court charged over the smuggling of migrants from the UK to France in lorries.
Ukraine's double challenge: Russia's advance and the return of Trump
Russia is advancing at its fastest pace since 2022. Will Trump help or hinder Ukraine's defence?
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