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Hancock Denies ‘Cull of Elderly’ in Moving COVID-19 Patients from Hospitals to Care Homes
The former health secretary appeared before the UK Covid-19 Inquiry and was quizzed on the high number of excess deaths in care homes during the lockdown era.
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Government Unveils 10-Year Plan to Overhaul NHS
The government said the reforms will ‘future-proof’ the NHS, but critics warned it overlooks funding and staffing crises.
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Liverpool Soccer Star Diogo Jota Dies in Car Crash in Spain
The Portuguese Football Federation confirmed the news on Thursday morning.
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Fire That Led to Heathrow Airport Shutdown Caused by Poor Maintenance: Report
UK Energy Minister Ed Miliband called the findings of the report into the March incident ‘deeply concerning.’
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International Student Migration a ‘Backdoor’ for Migration, Think Tank Warns
The current model of international student migration is not working, a new report suggests.
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Sex Crime Law Overhaul to Mandate Rape Charges for Adults Who Abuse Children Under 16
Ministers say adults who exploit children will no longer rely on perceived consent as a defence.
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Manslaughter Arrests of Hospital Bosses Involved in Lucy Letby Baby Deaths
Three people who were part of the senior leadership team at the Countess of Chester Hospital where convicted nurse worked from 2015-16 were arrested on Monday.
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US Revokes Visas for British Punk-Rap Duo Over Anti-Israel Chant
Lead singer Bobby Vylan led attendees at the Glastonbury Festival in chants of ‘Death, death to the IDF,’ referring to the Israel Defense Forces.
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UK Prime Minister Blasts Rapper’s ‘Death to the IDF’ Chant at Glastonbury Festival
U.S. authorities could be looking into canceling the visa of the band Bob Vylan ahead of their nationwide tour.
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1 in 4 Young People Have Common Mental Health Condition, Survey Suggests
This is higher than the average for adults, with 20.2 percent or an estimated 9.4 million adults in England having a common mental health condition.
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America in Brief
U.S. and China further trade talks; former New York government aide in Chinese spy case faces additional charges.
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Watchdog Says Older Audiences ‘Deserve Respect’ in Ads After Report Criticises Ageist Portrayals
Campaigners said older people are underrepresented in ads, but when they are featured, they are often depicted in ways that reinforce negative stereotypes.
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Starmer Says Welfare Reform Talks Ongoing Amid Backbench Rebellion
Ministers say urgent welfare reform is needed as disability benefit claims surge and costs rise.
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GPs Begin Prescribing Weight Loss Jabs to Obese Patients on NHS
Mounjaro is the first weight-loss drug that family doctors can prescribe directly to patients meeting strict criteria, with demand expected to exceed supply.
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Starmer ‘Confident’ on Assisted Suicide Bill Despite Streeting’s Budget Concerns
The prime minister made the remarks after Health Secretary Wes Streeting said last week that there was no budget for a medically-assisted dying service.
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Children’s Enjoyment of Writing at Historic Low: Report
UK children are writing less for fun than ever before, as literacy experts warn of a deepening engagement crisis.
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Government Fast-Tracks Deportation of Foreign Prisoners to Ease Overcrowding
New rules aim to save taxpayer money and free up 500 prison places per year.
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Hancock Denies ‘Cull of Elderly’ in Moving COVID-19 Patients from Hospitals to Care Homes
The former health secretary appeared before the UK Covid-19 Inquiry and was quizzed on the high number of excess deaths in care homes during the lockdown era.
|
Government Unveils 10-Year Plan to Overhaul NHS
The government said the reforms will ‘future-proof’ the NHS, but critics warned it overlooks funding and staffing crises.
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Liverpool Soccer Star Diogo Jota Dies in Car Crash in Spain
The Portuguese Football Federation confirmed the news on Thursday morning.
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Fire That Led to Heathrow Airport Shutdown Caused by Poor Maintenance: Report
UK Energy Minister Ed Miliband called the findings of the report into the March incident ‘deeply concerning.’
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International Student Migration a ‘Backdoor’ for Migration, Think Tank Warns
The current model of international student migration is not working, a new report suggests.
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Sex Crime Law Overhaul to Mandate Rape Charges for Adults Who Abuse Children Under 16
Ministers say adults who exploit children will no longer rely on perceived consent as a defence.
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Manslaughter Arrests of Hospital Bosses Involved in Lucy Letby Baby Deaths
Three people who were part of the senior leadership team at the Countess of Chester Hospital where convicted nurse worked from 2015-16 were arrested on Monday.
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US Revokes Visas for British Punk-Rap Duo Over Anti-Israel Chant
Lead singer Bobby Vylan led attendees at the Glastonbury Festival in chants of ‘Death, death to the IDF,’ referring to the Israel Defense Forces.
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UK Prime Minister Blasts Rapper’s ‘Death to the IDF’ Chant at Glastonbury Festival
U.S. authorities could be looking into canceling the visa of the band Bob Vylan ahead of their nationwide tour.
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1 in 4 Young People Have Common Mental Health Condition, Survey Suggests
This is higher than the average for adults, with 20.2 percent or an estimated 9.4 million adults in England having a common mental health condition.
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America in Brief
U.S. and China further trade talks; former New York government aide in Chinese spy case faces additional charges.
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Watchdog Says Older Audiences ‘Deserve Respect’ in Ads After Report Criticises Ageist Portrayals
Campaigners said older people are underrepresented in ads, but when they are featured, they are often depicted in ways that reinforce negative stereotypes.
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Starmer Says Welfare Reform Talks Ongoing Amid Backbench Rebellion
Ministers say urgent welfare reform is needed as disability benefit claims surge and costs rise.
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GPs Begin Prescribing Weight Loss Jabs to Obese Patients on NHS
Mounjaro is the first weight-loss drug that family doctors can prescribe directly to patients meeting strict criteria, with demand expected to exceed supply.
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Starmer ‘Confident’ on Assisted Suicide Bill Despite Streeting’s Budget Concerns
The prime minister made the remarks after Health Secretary Wes Streeting said last week that there was no budget for a medically-assisted dying service.
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Children’s Enjoyment of Writing at Historic Low: Report
UK children are writing less for fun than ever before, as literacy experts warn of a deepening engagement crisis.
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Government Fast-Tracks Deportation of Foreign Prisoners to Ease Overcrowding
New rules aim to save taxpayer money and free up 500 prison places per year.
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