Wes Streeting on the NHS 'guilty secret' as he vows to sack hospital bosses
Health Secretary Wes Streeting unveils controversial plan to NHS leaders who warn of the ‘unintended consequences’ of naming and shaming struggling hospitals
Assisted dying cost probe ordered amid fears other parts of NHS could be hit
Health Secretary Wes Streeting has said a new Bill that would make assisted dying legal could have a knock-on effect in other parts of the NHS
Johnson to retain gavel
House Speaker Mike Johnson won the House Republican nomination Wednesday to stay on the job, on track to keep the gavel after a morning endorsement from President-elect Donald Trump ahead of a full House vote in the new year.
Survey finds police investigations into rape and sexual assault are improving, but there is still much work to do
Survivors' experiences of police investigations into rape and sexual assault in England and Wales are improving, according to a report released today.
Bishop admits the Church of England is 'not a safe institution' after Justin Welby resigns
Bishop responsible for safeguarding says she cannot guarantee abuse has been stamped out, after the Archbishop of Canterbury quit over a church cover-up scandal
Health Secretary Wes Streeting orders staff to look into costs of introducing assisted dying
Health Secretary Wes Streeting has asked staff to look at the potential cost of implementing any change in the law on assisted dying.
Pro-Palestine Activists Call for MoMA to Sever Ties with Honorary Chairman Ronald S. Lauder
Protestors called for MoMA to sever ties with the Jewish World Congress and its president, museum honorary chair Ronald S. Lauder.
Latest Trump appointment 'an effing nightmare’, one commanders says
Concerns raised were not personal, but about possible massive foreign policy changes under Donald Trump.
Trump's appointment of Pete Hegseth an 'effing nightmare’, one commanders says
Concerns raised were not personal, but about possible massive foreign policy changes under Donald Trump.
Child-centered research shows how schools can provide support for domestic abuse situations
While no official source collects data on children affected by domestic abuse, research suggests as many as 1 in 5 children experience domestic abuse in their lives. This equates to around six children ...
Climate policy monitor reveals net zero regulations surge globally but implementation gap remains
As countries meet at COP29 in Baku, a new Oxford University study, developed through pro-bono partnerships with 48 leading law firms around the world, provides the most detailed view yet of how key economic ...
Pennsylvania U.S. Senate race between Casey and McCormick going to a recount
Schmidt’s office estimated that the recount will cost more than $1 million in taxpayer funds.
Wes Streeting to look at cost of implementing assisted dying Bill
The health secretary yesterday repeated his opposition to changing the law, warning it may be necessary to cut other services to fund it.
Kneecap concert in Derry gets go-ahead at new venue
A CONCERT by Irish-speaking rap trio Kneecap will go ahead this month it has been confirmed. The gig, which was due to be held at St Columb’s Park on November 2, has been moved to Templemore Sports Complex where it will take place on November 23. Complaints were made by some residents who claimed the original venue was not a suitable location for Kneecap’s music – which contains politically charged music. Kneecap is made up of Móglaí Bap, Dj Provaí, and Mo Chara Speaking at the time Democratic Unionist Party (DUP) assembly member Gary Middleton said: “The idea of bringing Kneecap, a provocative, controversial group, with all that goes with it in terms of their lyrics and behaviour... the idea of bringing that to the park is something which I think the majority of people would recognise is not a wise idea." Since then SDLP Derry City and Strabane District Council Group Leader councillor Brian Tierney proposed licensing be granted for the event to be held at the Templemore Sports Complex instead. That was granted…
Pharmacies to launch first 'collective action' in NHS pay dispute ahead of winter strain
The National Pharmacy Association says it is taking the unprecedented action after a decade of Tory underfunding because too many community chemists are closing
Poland begins construction of £1.9bn 'East Shield' along Russia border
The 'shield' will also include a satellite component in order to provide 'another element of safety in space,' Poland's Prime Minister Donald Tusk said.
Women less likely to get first-class honours at Oxford or Cambridge
Female students are less likely to get first-class honours at Oxbridge- and it is partly because of premenstrual syndrome (PMS) and a higher aversion to risk
One in three T-level students drop out of health course
Many health and science T-level students dropped out after an exam board sent out botched exam papers in 2022.
Oli playing the “China card” by going to Beijing, Nepal should balance ties: Prachanda
Former Nepali PM Prachanda criticizes current government's China tilt, warns of India-Nepal strain, border dispute danger in exclusive interview.
Oli playing the “China card” by going to Beijing, Nepal should balance ties: Prachanda
Former Nepali PM Prachanda criticizes current government's China tilt, warns of India-Nepal strain, border dispute danger in exclusive interview.
College enrolment falling
International students have historically made up a large portion of Okanagan College's student body but change is afoot.
Gov’t continuing to invest in body-worn cameras, other new technologies, Holness assures
The Government continues to make the requisite investments in new technologies, particularly those designed to enhance public safety and citizen security, and remains focused on ensuring their effectiveness when deployed, according to Prime...
Government’s early release scheme 'put pressure' on probation service - as inspectors reveal 'chaotic state' of one unit
A government scheme to release prisoners early “put pressure” on the Probation Service, according to bodies in the sector.
Diwali celebrated at U.S. Capitol, first major event after presidential elections
Lawmakers and Indian Americans celebrate Diwali at Capitol Hill, emphasizing unity and prosperity post-election.
Diwali celebrated on US Capitol Hill on grand scale
More than two dozen lawmakers and prominent Indian Americans gathered at the US Capitol for the annual Diwali celebration, highlighting the contributions of the Indian American community and the strong US-India relationship. The event, organized by the BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir, also featured addresses from several Congressmen and Senators who expressed support for Indian Americans and emphasized the importance of the US-India partnership.
Teachers told not to use the word bullies to describe children
Latest guidance from the SNP government aimed at cracking down on bullying highlights the importance of tackling prejudice - including misgendering -and 'microaggressions'.
Term-time holiday mum faces criminal record and losing her career
Natalie Saunders jetted off with her daughter Ava Martin-Saunders, eight, to Bodrum in Turkey for a week in the sun
RSPCA urgent investigation after 80 rabbits dumped in woods
Kind-hearted local residents along with animal rescue volunteers and the RSPCA began trying to save the rabbits
Layoffs at Camosun College
Camosun College says it’s planning across-the-board layoffs, as it deals with a drop in tuition revenue as a result of the federal government’s decision to sharply reduce new visas for international students.
Polish inmates languishing in UK jails face being sent back home in bid to free up prison space
Britain will today hold talks on a new prison transfer deal with Poland to free up more spaces in our jam-packed jails, LBC can reveal.
We need good affordable and sustainable housing we are delivering this
Cllr Phil Bialyk says we still have a big challenge in order to meet the housing numbers that are not just required by government but are genuinely needed by people here in the city.
Now hotel cancels weddings to make room for asylum seekers
The Best Western Cresta Court Hotel in Altrincham - owned by a group chaired by former BBC director-general Greg Dyke - was closed to paying guests on Monday.
After Congress ended extra cash aid for families, communities tackle child poverty alone
If you bring a baby into the Hurley Children's Center clinic in downtown Flint, Michigan, Mona Hanna will find you.
Focus on final-year exams at Oxbridge may disadvantage female students
A paper published by the Higher Education Policy Institute (Hepi) think tank explores possible reasons why men are more likely to secure a first-class degree at the universities of Oxford and Cambridge
Premature babies not having 'essential' checks at ages two and four
It is also "clear" that a target to reduce the rate of premature births to 6% by 2025 will not be met
'Major supplier' of people-smuggling boats arrested
The arrest in Amsterdam is a "significant piece of the jigsaw" in tackling Channel crossings, says Keir Starmer.
Trump's pick of Huckabee and Witkoff a clue to Middle East policy
The former Arkansas governor and the New York real estate investor are staunch supporters of Israel.
A&E departments experienced their busiest October on record as bosses warn NHS is under more pressure than ever before
'It is very concerning that the health service is running so hot ahead of what is expected to be another very difficult winter'
RICHARD EDEN: Insiders fear Charles is forcing Andrew to 'do a Harry'
As worshippers remembered Queen Elizabeth II during All Souls' services across Britain, it was hard not to think how upset she would have been at the hostility between her sons.
Trafficking suspect who 'supplied small boat parts' arrested in 'important milestone'
A 44-year-old Turkish national has been arrested in Amsterdam as UK, Dutch and Belgian investigators swooped in a major operation to tackle deadly Channel crossings
No bids received from contractors to take on crumbling concrete work
An initial marketing programme failed to attract bids from contractors for the almost £2m job to replace RAAC roofing panels
Most dangerous street in Britain where locals fear they will be killed
Locals in Catford, south east London are calling for action from the council after countless crashes, daily traffic, and pollution that you can 'taste'.
'Major' Turkish supplier of small boats for Channel migrant crossings arrested as 'British FBI' swoop in airport
A suspected people smuggler has been arrested in Amsterdam, accused of supplying small boats for English Channel crossings.
Labour MP behind assisted dying law rebukes Wes Streeting
Kim Leadbeater said the Health Secretary's criticism of the plan - which is set to be subject of an historic Commons debate and vote on November 29 - was 'quite upsetting'.
Dublin Bay North guaranteed to return 3 first-time TDs
Dublin Bay North is unique amongst the 43 constituencies in this election. It stands alone because it is the only constituency guaranteed to return three first-time TDs to the Dáil.
Government to ban new coal mining schemes as UK turns to clean energy
Ministers have confirmed that legislation will be introduced to restrict the future licensing of new coal mines, as they said phasing out the fossil fuel worldwide is a crucial step to limiting global temperature rises and improving air quality
Mustard heir and Church of England minister wife step back from church roles after damning abuse report
A Church of England minister and her Colman's mustard heir husband have been asked to step back from church activities after being named in a damning abuse report which prompted the Archbishop of Canterbury's resignation.
‘Kallar Reclamation schools in need of teachers, better infrastructure’
Minister Meyyanathan reviews Kallar Reclamation schools, emphasizes infrastructure improvement, academic performance, and student welfare.
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