“With all fare revenue going directly back into the running of a comprehensive public transport network, our decision to increase fares at this time will allow us to continue to prioritise investment in our fleet, our premises, our people and our customer offering.” BBC News
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They were among 177 people seized last month from three churches in northern Kaduna state. BBC News
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About 114,000 people attended shows throughout the 18-day festival in Glasgow. BBC News
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CCTV footage captured the moment a snake was found by commuters at a train platform in Sydney. People were seen running away as soon as they came across the snake. One passerby approached the snake, grabbing it with bare hands and getting it out of the way while others kept …
Read More »Call for urgent action to reduce autism and ADHD waiting lists
The Scottish Parliament committee is concerned that people are waiting years for neurodevelopmental assessments. BBC News
Read More »New exams body Qualifications Scotland plans to shake-up qualifications
He described Qualifications Scotland coming fully into operation on Monday as a “momentous occasion”, adding that it was “developing a world-class qualification system that enables people of whatever age, from whatever background in Scotland, to learn, have their assessment recognised and be employable”. Source link
Read More »Psychosis rates are increasing in more recent generations, large-scale Canadian study finds
[ People born more recently are being diagnosed with psychotic disorders (e.g., schizophrenia) more often and at younger ages than people born earlier, suggests a large study of more than 12 million people in Ontario, published in CMAJ (Canadian Medical Association Journal). Source link
Read More »Today’s NYT Wordle Hints, Answer and Help for Feb. 2 #1689
Looking for the most recent Wordle answer? Click here for today’s Wordle hints, as well as our daily answers and hints for The New York Times Mini Crossword, Connections, Connections: Sports Edition and Strands puzzles. Today’s Wordle puzzle has one tough letter right in the middle. If you need a new starter word, …
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Five people and two dogs were stuck “with no way of getting out” were rescued by a lifeboat crew. BBC News
Read More »Residents 'terrified' of severe flood risk on street that could be bulldozed
People on a street at risk of flooding will discover whether their homes are to be demolished. Source link
Read More »Study recommends better continuity of care with GPs for people with dementia to save NHS money
[ Better continuity of care with GPs for people with dementia who are in their final year of life can save the NHS money, according to new research from academics at the Cicely Saunders Institute, part of the Faculty of Nursing, Midwifery & Palliative Care at King’s College London. Source …
Read More »Historians hope to uncover stories behind teen's World War One autograph book
In 1915,Gwladys Jones started an autograph book capturing the feelings of people in her hometown. BBC News
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Adam says “there’s sometimes a misconception of people with tattoos that we’re not very nice”. BBC News
Read More »Some people gain confidence from thinking things through, others lose it
[ Have you ever made a decision, only to find yourself second-guessing it moments later? Maybe you spoke up in a meeting and immediately wondered if you said the wrong thing, or left a social gathering feeling confident, only to replay your actions in your head and feel uncertain. For …
Read More »New dashboard helps predict and plan for disease outbreaks
[ When infectious diseases surge, response often comes down to timing: whether communities can position the right people and supplies before case counts spike. A new tool developed by UC San Diego with UNICEF and New Light Technologies helps Peru and Brazil anticipate dengue and malaria, plan resources and lay …
Read More »Thorpeness homes demolished at eroding coastline
Drone footage has shown the ongoing demolition work at a Suffolk village under threat from erosion. Work to take down one detached home and five apartments within a single building, in Thorpeness, began earlier this week. East Suffolk Council says that 10 properties are due to have been demolished in …
Read More »Drugs policy approach needs to change, Zack Polanski says
They added that the government was “focused on delivering a balanced approach with strengthened law enforcement to tackle supply coupled with investment in treatment, the development of a skilled workforce, sustainable recovery services and peer networks that will support people in recovery with employment, housing and education”. BBC News
Read More »Ex-RFU chair Ilube provides missing LINK for ATM network | Money News
The operator of Britain’s biggest cash machines network has recruited a former head of the Rugby Football Union (RFU) as its next chairman. Sky News understands that Tom Ilube, who stepped down as the RFU chair in 2024, will become the new chairman of LINK. An announcement is expected to …
Read More »'The loneliness of village life made me a recluse'
Liliyana Goodier says she felt cut off due to poor transport links and a lack of people her own age. BBC News
Read More »Tyrone factory hoping to turn dust from MDF into electricity
Dermot O’Brien said: “We employ about 400 people in the area already, it’s a very loyal workforce, so if more job opportunities come up as part of our growth and sustainability, then we will be delighted to take people into this business, and we’re always recruiting.” BBC News
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