Reform UK insiders have told Sky News they fear the high profile defection of Nadhim Zahawi to their party may “look like naked opportunism”. Speaking to Sky News’ deputy political editor Sam Coates, some inside the party have said there has been a “decidedly mixed reaction” to the former chancellor’s …
Read More »Letchworth Garden City pub features in temperance movement book
Katy Prickettand Louise Parry,Bedfordshire, Hertfordshire and Buckinghamshire Historic England The Settlement is now an adult education centre, but was built as somewhere for people to socialise without alcohol A town whose inn was famously called “the pub without beer” features in a new book about buildings in the temperance movement. …
Read More »Concorde commemorative 50p coin unveiled by Royal Mint
Sammy JenkinsWest of England PA Media Concorde engineers played a role in designing the shape of the 50 pence coin when it was introduced in 1969 A new 50 pence coin celebrating 50 years since Concorde’s first commercial flight has been launched by the Royal Mint. Unveiled at the aircraft’s …
Read More »Hobart International: Venus Williams beaten by Tatjana Maria in singles
It is never easy playing a fan favourite in sport – particularly not when your children are huge supporters of your opponent. That is the situation Tatjana Maria faced when she beat Venus Williams 6-4 6-3 at the Hobart International on Tuesday. Germany’s Maria travels with her two daughters, 12-year-old …
Read More »Australian Open: How former junior champion Oliver Anderson is trying to rebuild career after match-fixing ban
Realising undercover police officers were waiting off court was the moment Oliver Anderson knew he had been rumbled. Anderson had just lost in the second round of an ATP Challenger tournament, but it was his previous match – a three-set comeback win – that sparked the attention of the authorities. …
Read More »More than 72,000 attacks on staff in five years ‘appalling’
Jessica LawrenceBBC News NI Getty Images The figures were provided by the Department of Health to assembly member (MLA) Diane Dodds More than 72,000 cases of physical and verbal abuse have been suffered by health and social care staff in Northern Ireland in the last five years, according to figures …
Read More »Trump weighs next move on Iran
Paul AdamsDiplomatic correspondent, Washington Watch: How could Trump respond to Iran crackdown? For President Trump, it’s decision time. Ten days ago, he said the US was prepared to go to the “rescue” of Iranian protesters if their government used violence against them. The US was, the president said, “locked and …
Read More »Save A Paw victims tell of their agony over dogs’ deaths
Michelle Halliday Michelle Halliday says Sparko was a “happy, friendly” dog Sparko was just a puppy when his owner sent him to Essex for training. Described by his owner as “the softest, dopiest dog you’d ever meet”, the cane corso cross was finding his feet after being rescued from poor …
Read More »Ghanaian celebrities are dealing with mental illness stigma behind closed doors—why speaking up matters
[ Imagine living in a country where talking openly about depression or anxiety can cost you your job, your reputation, or even your freedom. That is still the reality in Ghana, where mental illness is often explained in spiritual terms, and seeking help can mean being taken to a prayer …
Read More »Today’s NYT Mini Crossword Answers for Jan. 13
Looking for the most recent Mini Crossword answer? Click here for today’s Mini Crossword hints, as well as our daily answers and hints for The New York Times Wordle, Strands, Connections and Connections: Sports Edition puzzles. Need some help with today’s Mini Crossword? It features one of those annoying elements, where the puzzlemakers …
Read More »Hospitals aren’t thrilled with the state’s plan
[ Credit: RDNE Stock project from Pexels Colorado will receive about $1 billion in federal funding to reshape rural health care over the next five years, but hospital CEOs aren’t happy with the state’s plan to spend the money. Last year’s H.R. 1—also known as the “big beautiful bill”—allocated $50 …
Read More »Pioneering gay footballer accuses former club of homophobia
Joshua Cavallo – the first man to come out as gay while playing top-tier football – has alleged he was pushed out of his former club due to “internal homophobia”. Cavallo, who recently joined Stamford AFC after leaving Adelaide United in May last year, made global headlines in 2021 when …
Read More »Matt Damon recalls Clint Eastwood’s blunt ‘Invictus’ set response
NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! Matt Damon remembered being put in his place by one of Hollywood’s finest as he reminisced on his decades-long career. During an appearance on the “Conan O’Brien Needs a Friend” podcast, the Oscar-winner revealed that Clint Eastwood had a few choice words …
Read More »Death toll rises to 11
The death toll in a collapsed landfill in the central Philippines has risen to 11, authorities said, as hopes of finding survivors dim. The landslide occurred at the Binaliw landfill in Cebu City last week while more than 100 workers were on site, officials said. Rescuers have so far pulled …
Read More »Jenny Lewis married dog Bobby Rhubarb for 50th birthday celebration
NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! Rilo Kiley singer Jenny Lewis “married” her dog to celebrate her 50th birthday. Over the weekend, Lewis took to social media and shared Polaroid photos of herself in a wedding gown, veil and a bouquet next to her cockapoo, Bobby Rhubarb. “i …
Read More »‘We need housing help in the Budget
BBC Megan Lafferty is hoping to move out of her mum’s house but can’t afford private rents It is Budget Day in Scotland, and decisions made at Holyrood later will shape lives far beyond the debating chamber. Announcements on income tax, housing, education and benefits will have an impact across …
Read More »‘He was shot in the heart’ – the teen victims of Iran’s ruthless crackdown | World News
In a large warehouse on the outskirts of Tehran, the floor is covered in dozens – or possibly hundreds – of black plastic body bags. Warning: This article contains descriptions some readers may find distressing. Men and women pass amongst the rows of corpses, searching for a sign – …
Read More »Fly-tipping hits charity shops with financial headache
Danielle HerbertBBC Wales Lesley Reynolds Fly-tipping is a regular occurrence outside the Magic Cottage charity shop Four black bags of empty DVD boxes and toys so damp they were unusable – these are just some of the items left outside charity shops recently. Two things are pretty certain in January. …
Read More »Lowestoft MP felt violated after AI image made of her in bikini
BBC Jess Asato said she had also heard examples where bruises, blood and even bullet holes had been placed on AI images of women A Suffolk MP said she had been left violated after an image of her was manipulated using AI technology so that she appeared in a bikini. …
Read More »Football gossip: Anderson, Guehi, Abraham, Malen, Gallagher
Manchester City are keen on England international Elliot Anderson, Bayern Munich continue chase for Marc Guehi and Roma agree deal for Aston Villa‘s Donyell Malen. Manchester City have made contact over a deal for 23-year-old England and Nottingham Forest midfielder Elliot Anderson. (Teamtalk, external) Bayern Munich have not given up …
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