King Charles III will return to public duties next week: Britain’s King Charles III will resume public duties next week following “a period of treatment and ...
cnn.com/2024/04/26/uk/king-charles-public-duties-return-intl-scli-gbr/
Quick Glance: King Charles III to Resume Public Duties Next Week
- King Charles III will return to his public duties next week following recovery from cancer treatment.
- Accompanied by Queen Camilla, he will visit a cancer treatment center to meet specialists and patients.
- The King will fulfill upcoming engagements and host Japanese Emperor Naruhito and Empress Masako for a state visit in June.
- No further specifics on his health condition were disclosed, but he is grateful for the opportunity to resume public duties.
‘I would not be alive’: anger at Sunak plan to strip GPs of sicknote powers: Doctors’ ability to sign people off work is crucial, say readers ...
theguardian.com/politics/2024/apr/26/anger-rishi-sunak-plan-strip-gp-doctors-sicknote-powers
New drug which could 'cure cancer' tested on melanoma patient from Stevenage: Steve Young, 52, from Stevenage, joined a clinical trial after being diagnosed with ...
itv.com/news/anglia/2024-04-26/new-drug-which-could-cure-cancer-tested-on-melanoma-patient
Quick Glance: Innovative Cancer Treatment Tested on Melanoma Patient
- A music teacher with melanoma is among the first to receive a new anti-cancer treatment that shows potential for curing the disease.
- The personalized mRNA cancer jab instructs the body's immune system to target and eliminate cancer cells, with promising results in reducing cancer recurrence.
- Conducted by University College London Hospitals, the trial aims to cure melanoma patients and explore its effectiveness in other cancer types.
- The therapy, tailored to each patient's tumor, marks a significant advancement in cancer treatment, with a global trial expanding to recruit 1,100 participants.
Londoners may soon have to pay 'tax' to visit Cornwall and Devon: Malcolm Bell, Chief Executive of Visit Cornwall, admits the idea of implementing a tourist tax ...
mylondon.news/news/uk-world-news/londoners-soon-pay-tax-visit-29063323
Tesla's plan for affordable cars takes page from Detroit rivals: Elon Musk's new plan to use current product lines as the basis for new affordable vehicles — ...
reuters.com/business/autos-transportation/teslas-plan-affordable-cars-takes-page-detroit-rivals-2024-04-26/
Two million Britons suffer long COVID symptoms, survey shows: Two million people across England and Scotland are still suffering from long COVID symptoms ...
reuters.com/world/uk/two-million-britons-suffer-long-covid-symptoms-survey-shows-2024-04-25/
Opinion | Liz Truss Diagnoses Britain’s Malaise: She’s the only one offering a coherent economic and political theory. Her critics might try to do the same.
wsj.com/articles/liz-truss-diagnoses-britains-malaise-new-book-responsible-policy-conversation-96b2bdf0
Following protests at US universities, a Pro-Palestinian demonstration was also witnessed at the University of Oxford in the UK ... Show more
All the coming DWP and benefits changes you need to know about: There will be shifts for anyone who claims benefits, including those on PIP, Universal Credit ...
walesonline.co.uk/news/uk-news/coming-dwp-benefits-changes-you-29056368
UK spending watchdog should probe Teesside freeport project, say MPs: Michael Gove urged to instruct the NAO to investigate concerns raised by review of flagship ...
ft.com/content/dacafaf2-cd5d-406f-8793-fd59a990845a
Here’s All the Countries With TikTok Bans as Platform’s Future in U.S. Hangs In Balance
time.com/6971009/tiktok-banned-restrictions-worldwide-countries-united-states-law/
Quick Glance: ByteDance Would Consider Closing TikTok in US Over Sale, Sources Claim
- ByteDance would prefer to cease TikTok operations rather than engage in a sale if all legal avenues are exhausted to combat potential legislation banning the platform in US app stores, as per four sources.
- Despite TikTok's massive popularity with over a billion users, it remains unprofitable, contributing a small fraction to ByteDance's overall revenues and daily active user base.
- ByteDance stated on Thursday in a release on Toutiao, a media platform it possesses, that there are no intentions to sell TikTok, in response to claims from The Information about ByteDance exploring sale scenarios for TikTok's US operations excluding the recommending algorithm for user videos.
- As of December, ByteDance's valuation stood at $268 billion when it proposed a buyback of approximately $5 billion in shares from investors.
Andrew Tate human trafficking trial can start, says Romania court - News | Khaleej Times
khaleejtimes.com/world/europe/andrew-tate-human-trafficking-trial-can-start-says-romania-court
Quick Glance: Andrew Tate ridiculed for claiming having sex with women is gay
- Self-proclaimed misogynist influencer Andrew Tate has been ruthlessly mocked online after claiming it’s “gay” for men to have sex with women for pleasure.
- The controversial statement sparked various reactions, with some speculating it as his way of coming out.
- Tate, currently detained in Romania awaiting trial for rape and human trafficking, will be extradited to the UK after his trial to face additional sex charges. He denies all allegations.
How the overseas owners of the UK’s water companies clean up by polluting our rivers
theguardian.com/commentisfree/2024/apr/26/england-water-companies-shareholders-dividends-river-sea
Plans approved to demolish Barker and Stonehouse store for student flats: It is hoped that the overhaul of the Leazes Park Road site could help ease the strain ...
chroniclelive.co.uk/news/north-east-news/plans-approved-demolish-newcastle-barker-29068333
Can social investment shift the dial on welfare and wellbeing?: The Government has promised that social investment will underpin its approach to the funding and ...
newsroom.co.nz/2024/04/24/can-social-investment-shift-the-dial-on-welfare-and-wellbeing/
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NHS Covid jab update for those most at risk from virus: Moves ahead of possible Covid spike over the summer
gloucestershirelive.co.uk/news/health/nhs-issues-urgent-covid-jab-9245839
A heartbroken mum has paid tribute to her son after he was stabbed to death by his housemate.
"We will always hold on to the incredible memories we have ... Show more
'He will always be my precious son' - heartbroken mum's tribute to Hull murder victim Sachin Hawkins - Hull Live
'He will always be my precious son' - heartbroken mum's tribute to Hull murder victim Sachin Hawkins - Hull Live
Men, step away from the trainers: What is it with men and trainers? Or rather, men of a certain age and trainers. I’m still trying to banish the horror-show ...
spectator.co.uk/article/men-step-away-from-the-trainers/
DWP will use 'data science' to decide when Jobcentres 'intervene' over claimants: DWP is undertaking a six-figure programme of work to experiment with using data ...
birminghammail.co.uk/news/cost-of-living/dwp-use-data-science-decide-29061079
Why the US and UK are facing a military recruitment crisis: The abject failures of the Iraq and Afghanistan wars are only part of the reason for the widespread ...
middleeasteye.net/opinion/us-uk-facing-military-recruitment-crisis-why
Villagers protest over 2,000-homes plan: More than a hundred protestors got together to criticise plans for a "new settlement" which, they believe ...
kentlive.news/news/kent-news/villagers-protest-over-2000-homes-9245959
All the coming DWP and benefits changes you need to know about: There will be shifts for anyone who claims benefits, including those on PIP, Universal Credit ...
walesonline.co.uk/news/uk-news/coming-dwp-benefits-changes-you-29056368
Allegra Stratton: A Defensive Election Play: Rishi Sunak is on day two of his trip to the continent. So far, he’s used the trip to announce raising the UK’s ...
bloomberg.com/news/newsletters/2024-04-24/allegra-stratton-a-defensive-election-play
Quick Glance: Increase in UK defence spending by 2030
- Prime Minister Rishi Sunak commits to raising spending to 2.5% of GDP, putting the defence industry on a 'war footing'.
- Sunak emphasized the need for deeper stockpiles of munitions and quicker replenishment due to the events in the Ukraine conflict.
- The planned increase in defence spending would require significant financial reshuffling, partly through announced measures to reduce the size of the civil service.
- Shortly after announcing the pledge to send weapons worth 500 million pounds to Ukraine, this commitment followed.
Return to Office: UK Employers Offer Fewer Part Time and Remote Jobs: Less Flexible Working in UK as Employers Offer Fewer Part Time and Remote Jobs
bloomberg.com/graphics/2024-04-reed-jobs-report-flexible-working-vacancies-decline/
2 Men Charged After Five Migrants Die Attempting to Cross the English Channel: The deaths, including a child, came hours after the U.K. government passed its ...
time.com/6969960/five-migrants-dead-uk-channel/
Pros and cons: should cigarettes be banned for future generations?: This much is clear: smoking is bad for your health. The UK would therefore like to gradually ...
welt.de/debatte/kommentare/article251191184/Pro-und-Contra-Sollten-Zigaretten-fuer-kuenftige-Generationen-verboten-werden.html
Britain sends a message to Trump: NATO is worth investing in: U.K. pledge to hike defense spending is designed to keep U.S. on side.
politico.eu/article/britain-sends-message-donald-trump-nato-worth-investing-in/
Vulnerable Lancashire residents urged to book spring Covid booster jab: Lancashire residents who are most vulnerable to the effects of Covid are being reminded ...
blackpoolgazette.co.uk/health/vulnerable-lancashire-residents-urged-to-book-spring-covid-booster-jab-4602936
UK creative industries warn ‘superpower’ status at risk without investment: Artists and executives call on next government to focus on ‘reinvigorating our ...
ft.com/content/cc8f4851-93d1-4da0-a621-fdf59e5af7ff
Grant Shapps claims tax cuts still possible despite huge splurge on defence spending
standard.co.uk/news/politics/grant-shapps-rishi-sunak-defence-spending-tax-cuts-b1153487.html
Pupils in England ‘facing worst exam results in decades’ after Covid closures: GCSE results in key subjects to steadily worsen until 2030, predicts research that ...
theguardian.com/education/2024/apr/24/pupils-in-england-facing-worst-exam-results-in-decades-after-covid-closures-says-study
Ex-England footballer's firm failed to pay more than £190,000 tax: Firm paid 'no tax whatsoever' for two years despite earnings of more than £400,000 ...
walesonline.co.uk/news/uk-news/ex-england-star-banned-company-29051694
Paul Harris, 42, was a property manager until he began experiencing panic attacks in 2015, largely influenced by work-related issues
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I’ve been helping Britons move to Spain for 28 years – what you should know: Raquel Perez helps UK residents navigate the red tape that comes with relocating to ...
inews.co.uk/inews-lifestyle/travel/helping-britons-move-spain-28-years-what-you-should-know-3022037
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✍️ Jane Austen enthusiasts sought for manuscript ... Show more
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UK Launches Saudi Investment Drive as Sunak Eyes MBS’s Vision 2030: The UK and Saudi Arabia will hold a trade expo in Riyadh next month as Rishi Sunak launches ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-04-21/uk-launches-saudi-investment-drive-to-grab-share-of-mbs-s-vision
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IT consultant-cum-developer in court over hiding COVID loan: Syzmon Jastrzebski wrongly borrowed $126k, money written off as he's left the country
theregister.com/2024/04/22/it_consultant_receives_director_ban/
Frank Field death: Former Labour minister dies aged 81 after cancer battle: Former Labour minister and crossbench peer Frank Field has died aged 81 ...
independent.co.uk/news/uk/politics/frank-field-death-labour-minister-b2533754.html
Quick Glance: Farewell to Frank Field: A Life Dedicated to Social Justice
- The former Labour minister and advocate for poverty alleviation, Frank Field, has passed away at the age of 81.
- Throughout his career in Westminster, Lord Field championed social causes such as child poverty and modern slavery for over four decades.
- Field succumbed to a long battle with cancer in a care home in London. He advocated for a 2021 bill on assisted dying in England and Wales.
- His family emphasized that Field will be mourned by admirers in the political realm, but most of all missed by those fortunate enough to have experienced his laughter and friendship.
Tube hit by fresh strikes as customer service managers walk out : Tube stations are likely to close at the last minute, the TSSA union warns
standard.co.uk/news/london/tube-strike-april-may-london-underground-tssa-customer-service-manager-b1153533.html
What happened to the Tory promise to balance the budget?: This morning it was revealed that last month the government was forced to borrow £11.9 billion ...
spectator.co.uk/article/what-happened-to-the-tory-promise-to-balance-the-budget/
York High School head teacher Rod Sims in top award: Rod Sims, head teacher at York High School in Acomb has scooped a major award for his work.
yorkpress.co.uk/news/24275256.york-high-school-head-teacher-rod-sims-top-award/
Iraq's Kataib Hezbollah denies saying it resumes attacks on US forces: Iraqi armed faction Kataib Hezbollah has denied issuing a statement saying it had resumed ...
reuters.com/world/middle-east/iraqs-kataib-hezbollah-denies-saying-it-resumes-attacks-us-forces-2024-04-22/
Immigration: The UK's shameful Rwanda law: The 'Safety of Rwanda' bill passed on April 23 represents a terrible step backward for Europe's oldest democracy.
lemonde.fr/en/opinion/article/2024/04/25/immigration-the-uk-s-shameful-rwanda-law_6669508_23.html
Quick Glance: British Law on Deportation of Asylum Seekers to Rwanda
- The new British deportation law aims to curb illegal migration and secure the reelection of Prime Minister Rishi Sunak.
- However, experts doubt the effectiveness of the law in stopping illegal migration to the UK.
- Rishi Sunak is under significant pressure due to political challenges in the election year, including inflation and healthcare issues.
- The Rwanda law intends to deport migrants without valid papers to Rwanda, although the efficacy of the law is being questioned.
Threatening Abramovich ally would be 'suicide', soccer agent tells London court: A soccer agent on Wednesday denied threatening a senior director at the English ...
reuters.com/world/uk/threatening-abramovich-ally-would-be-suicide-soccer-agent-tells-london-court-2024-04-24/
First birthday card sent from East Yorkshire arrives nine years later: Alfie's aunt sent the card from East Yorkshire almost nine years ago
hulldailymail.co.uk/news/hull-east-yorkshire-news/first-birthday-card-sent-east-9241348
Keighley Scout movement in St George's Day parade & service: KEIGHLEY'S Scout movement turned out in force today (April 21) for its annual St George's Day parade ...
keighleynews.co.uk/news/24267870.keighley-scout-movement-st-georges-day-parade-service/
No pensions tax thresholds review in sight as Rishi Sunak refuses to commit: The freezing of tax thresholds has dragged some pensioners into high tax bands
inews.co.uk/news/politics/no-pension-tax-threshold-review-rishi-sunak-refuse-commit-3019735
Major £217m contract awarded to support Royal Navy: The contract will see 28 companies providing global support to the Royal Navy.
ukdefencejournal.org.uk/major-217m-contract-awarded-to-support-royal-navy/
Calls for London police chief's resignation grow after antisemitic incident: Falter was targeted with antisemitic remarks by an officer near a pro-Palestinian ...
i24news.tv/en/news/international/europe/artc-calls-for-london-police-chief-s-resignation-grow-after-antisemitic-incident
Alcohol, drugs and suicide caused hundreds of 'deaths of despair' in Doncaster: Hundreds of people suffered unnecessary 'deaths of despair' in Doncaster over a ...
doncasterfreepress.co.uk/health/alcohol-drugs-and-suicide-caused-hundreds-of-deaths-of-despair-in-doncaster-4601844
🗣 "It's my best goal ever, definitely. For me, it was the best."Gabriel Sara reacts to his 🚀 against Rotherham ... Show more
Blair warns politics risks becoming populated by the ‘weird and wealthy’ as he calls for reset with Europe
independent.co.uk/news/uk/politics/tony-blair-labour-politics-wealthy-reset-europe-b2532163.html
Tory MP Mark Menzies to step down at UK general election and quits party: Politician accused of using thousands of pounds given by donors for medical bills and ...
ft.com/content/e043592d-ef0a-4329-a461-b5061f5a0ad9
Quick Glance: Mark Menzies: MP Accused of Campaign Fund Misuse, Party Exit, and Future Election Abstention
- An elected official accused of mishandling campaign funds has departed from the Conservative Party and declared no intention to participate in the upcoming general election.
- Following allegations reported in The Times, Mark Menzies revealed his decision after purportedly using political contributions to address medical costs and settle debts incurred from being confined by individuals demanding a substantial ransom for his release.
- Upon a request for scrutiny by Labour, Lancashire Police disclosed their evaluation of 'details' concerning Mr. Menzies. An internal inquiry by the Conservative Party has been initiated to explore potential improprieties in the utilization of their financial resources.
- Additionally, the party's internal oversight body will assess whether Mr. Menzies' conduct contravened the Nolan principles of public ethics, encompassing traits like altruism, probity, and candor. The spokesperson affirmed, 'We are prepared to collaborate with law enforcement, if they deem our insights beneficial to any inquiry they opt to conduct.'
Tees Valley poll suggests mayoral race is neck and neck: The keenly-anticipated Tees Valley Mayoral race is heating up with a recent poll suggesting it’s a ...
thenorthernecho.co.uk/news/24270251.tees-valley-poll-suggests-mayoral-race-neck-neck/
DWP to change PIP, Universal Credit and long-term sick benefits: Rishi Sunak says the benefits system is letting people down by not being focused enough on the ...
liverpoolecho.co.uk/news/uk-world-news/dwp-propose-changes-people-pip-29043520
Feeling depressed doesn’t mean you can’t work, Sunak says in welfare reform speech
independent.co.uk/tv/news/sunak-welfare-reform-speech-depression-work-b2531453.html
Rishi Sunak says he will reform 'sick note culture' with reform to the disability benefits system. The prime minister's proposed changes involve shifting the ... Show more
DWP plan 'to change' PIP benefit after PM comments causes concern: Rishi Sunak spoke about his worries about Pip “being misused” sparking fears in one woman with ...
walesonline.co.uk/news/uk-news/dwp-plan-to-change-pip-29028269
'Work is good for mental health': Sunak bats off criticism as he seeks to end 'sick note culture'
itv.com/news/2024-04-19/sunak-to-demand-end-to-sick-note-culture-in-speech-on-welfare-reform
Sunak to cite Britain’s ‘sicknote culture’ in bid to overhaul fit note system: Prime minister to express concern about ‘over-medicalising’ normal worries with ...
theguardian.com/politics/2024/apr/19/sunak-to-cite-britains-sicknote-culture-in-bid-to-overhaul-fit-note-system
Are autism and gender dysphoria linked? This professor thinks so: When Michael Craig, an expert in neurodevelopmental conditions, sat in with the Tavistock’s ...
thetimes.co.uk/article/autism-transgender-professor-michael-craig-cass-review-2s9tkn8qz
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Jeremy Hunt targets further 2p cut in national insurance: Tories aim for pre-election announcement despite warnings from IMF about UK’s fragile finances
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Students at the Irwin High School in James are now undergoing counselling following the death of one of their schoolmates on Thursday ... Show more
Irwin High student dies from stab wound after attack by schoolmates - Jamaica Observer
Irwin High student dies from stab wound after attack by schoolmates - Jamaica Observer
DWP to start major Universal Credit rule change in weeks for 180,000 claimants: New DWP rules mean you'll have to work more hours to keep your benefits
birminghammail.co.uk/news/cost-of-living/dwp-start-major-universal-credit-29034513
How mayors became the fashionable new thing in England: Ahead of elections in May, political editor Chris Mason looks at England's mayoral model.
bbc.com/news/uk-politics-68851794
It’s not sleaze that will finish off the Tories – it’s incompetence: Public standards matter, but living standards matter more to many people
inews.co.uk/opinion/not-sleaze-finish-off-tories-incompetence-3014801
How Brexit is still having an impact: Dramatically reduced trade volume: Brexit is still having an impact
What to wear now you can’t wear Sambas: Rishi Sunak has killed them off, at least for now. So while your Sambas take a breather and wait for the storm to pass ...
theguardian.com/fashion/gallery/2024/apr/19/what-to-wear-now-you-cant-wear-sambas
More hospital admissions for liver disease in Doncaster: There were more hospital admissions for liver disease in Doncaster last year, new figures show.
doncasterfreepress.co.uk/health/more-hospital-admissions-for-liver-disease-in-doncaster-4594084
A Yorkshire family has paid tribute to a much-loved son who sadly died while studying abroad 😔💔
FULL STORY: Tributes pour in for Leeds man after sudden death while fighting 'deep desire to battle injustices' - YorkshireLive
Northumbria Police raid premises in Prudhoe to find suspected cannabis farm: Police responded to an alert of suspicious activity in the building ...
chroniclelive.co.uk/news/north-east-news/northumbria-police-raid-premises-prudhoe-29026995
'Work is good for mental health': Sunak bats off criticism as he seeks to end 'sick note culture'
itv.com/news/2024-04-19/sunak-to-demand-end-to-sick-note-culture-in-speech-on-welfare-reform
Slow growth, high debt - troubled UK economy awaits election winners: Britain's national election, expected later this year, will take place against a backdrop ...
reuters.com/world/uk/slow-growth-high-debt-troubled-uk-economy-awaits-election-winners-2024-04-19/
UK proposes crackdown on foreign security risks to university sector: Deputy PM says government will examine new curbs around technology sharing and call in ...
ft.com/content/08cc2fab-8bb8-4552-9bcb-8dcd0ba8f7a1
Young people to have free movement across UK in new European Commission plans: Under the current plans, the scheme would allow participants to stay in their host ...
itv.com/news/2024-04-18/young-people-to-have-free-movement-across-uk-in-new-european-commission-plans
Quick Glance: UK rejects mobility agreement with Europe for young people
- The government has ruled out any post-Brexit deal that would make it easier for young Britons to live, study, and work in the EU.
- Labour also rejected the possibility of an EU-wide scheme and prefers to improve the UK's working relationship with the EU within their red lines.
- A campaign group urged MPs to listen to British young people who deserve the opportunities presented by the plan.
- The EU suggested that Britain had expressed interest in youth mobility deals with individual member states but favored an EU-wide approach to ensure equal treatment for all members.
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