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UK Considers New Smartphone Bans for Children
A proposed law would tighten up phone bans in schools and limit how tech companies use children’s data, but experts are unconvinced these measures would make kids safer or healthier.4 hours ago - United Kingdom -
Top stories - BBC News
English smacking ban being considered by government
Government ministers are considering outlawing physical punishment of children, Department for Education confirms.21 hours ago -
Business - Financial Times
New laws force UK employers to stop harassment before it starts
Pre-emptive rules taking effect this week aim to stamp out sexual misconduct at workYesterday - United Kingdom -
World - The Guardian
How many more children like Sara Sharif will be killed before smacking is banned? | Catherine Bennett
Labour should not dither – it is time for England to follow the example set by Scotland and Wales. Broadcasters have, understandably enough, been adding content warnings to reports about Sara ...2 days ago -
World - The Guardian
Ban smacking in England now, says children’s commissioner
Rachel de Souza makes strongest intervention yet as three relatives go on trial for murder of Sara Sharif, the 10-year-old who allegedly suffered two years of abuse by her father. Ministers must ...2 days ago -
Politics - The Hill
Abortion bans on the ballot
Click in for more news from The Hill {beacon} Health Care Health Care The Big Story The states where ballot measures could reverse abortion bans Voters in 10 states will decide next month if ...3 days ago - Abortion -
Top stories - BBC News
Boohoo considers break-up as sales slide
The online fashion firm is mulling whether to offload its brands as sales remain under pressure.3 days ago -
Top stories - NBC News
New Mexico governor won't renew ban on carrying firearms in public
New Mexico Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham will not renew a temporary ban on carrying firearms in public.4 days ago -
World - Financial Times
Liz Kendall expected to retain £1.3bn cut to UK sickness benefits in Budget
Move by work and pensions secretary likely to cause concern among disability rights activists4 days ago - United Kingdom -
World - Financial Times
Labour’s unambitious reset with the EU
The UK government has constrained itself too much within its red lines4 days ago -
World - Financial Times
Cheaper alternative to northern leg of HS2 under consideration
Feasibility study to be launched for a Birmingham to Manchester rail route that could be part-funded by private finance4 days ago -
World - Financial Times
Gold: ‘the ultimate perceived safe haven asset’?
BofA gets the goldbug4 days ago -
World - Financial Times
How the UK can improve its ‘offer’ to the world
Eli Lilly’s chief says the country must do more to attract business, yet budgets are tight4 days ago - United Kingdom -
Sports - ESPN
Pogba: I considered retiring before doping reprieve
Paul Pogba revealed he considered retirement after initially being handed a four-year ban for doping, admitting that he had to be "more careful" after taking a supplement that contained a ...4 days ago -
World - The Guardian
Good news: there’s a new Horrible History DVD boxset out. Bad news: your children may not find it funny
Studios usually twist themselves into pretzels to avoid confusing movie titles. But this Christmas, unwary fans of the CBBC show should beware. Great news, parents! In just a few short weeks, a new ...4 days ago -
Business - CNBC
UK regulator warns of big fines, service suspensions for tech giants ahead of new safety rules
Technology giants could face "significant" fines if they don't comply with the U.K.'s internet safety regulations, the British media regulator Ofcom warned Thursday.4 days ago - United Kingdom -
World - Financial Times
The Musk-led group driving millions to Trump’s White House bid
Also in today’s newsletter, shamelessness in American politics and Kamala Harris’s appearance on Fox News4 days ago - Donald Trump -
Business - The Wall Street Journal
China Considering Higher Tariffs on Car Imports
China said it may raise tariffs on imported internal-combustion-engine cars with large engines sizes, after the EU voted to increase import duties on China-made electric vehicles.5 days ago - China -
Sports - Yahoo Sports
New report reveals sobering data about Ohio children in poverty
Step Forward, a nonprofit in Cuyahoga County, is working to help low-income families obtain self-sufficiency. It operates Head Start and a variety of emergency assistance and development programs.5 days ago -
Top stories - BBC News
'I'm not a cheater' - Pogba on doping ban
Juventus midfielder Paul Pogba says he is "not a cheater" but accepts responsibility for the failed doping test that led to a ban.5 days ago -
Health - ABC News
New UK bill aims to legalize assisted dying for people who are terminally ill
A new bill aiming to legalize assisted dying in Britain was introduced in Parliament on Wednesday, marking the first time in nearly a decade that lawmakers will debate allowing doctors to help end ...5 days ago - United Kingdom -
World - ABC News
New UK bill aims to legalize assisted dying for people who are terminally ill
A new bill aiming to legalize assisted dying in Britain was introduced in Parliament on Wednesday, marking the first time in nearly a decade that lawmakers will debate allowing doctors to help end ...5 days ago - United Kingdom -
Business - Financial Times
UK considering sanctions against far-right Israeli ministers
Starmer tells MPs that government is ‘looking at’ imposing curbs over ‘abhorrent’ comments on Gaza5 days ago - Israel -
Top stories - BBC News
UK government not considering Scottish visa to attract migrants
Sir Keir Starmer has been urged to transfer powers to the Scottish government to help address labour shortages.6 days ago - United Kingdom -
Business - CNBC
The solid-state batteries hype is fading – prompting auto giants to consider alternatives
Despite the hype around solid-state batteries, some analysts believe an alternative could serve as a bridge between these are traditional lithium-ion batteries.6 days ago -
Business - Financial Times
UK government should consider suing Post Office ex-directors over scandal, says Alan Bates
Victim of Horizon IT scandal says former executives failed in their duties6 days ago - United Kingdom -
World - Financial Times
EU sticks to 2035 deadline for ban on sale of new petrol-driven cars
Remarks prepared for incoming climate commissioner defend controversial measure6 days ago - European Union -
Business - CNBC
Apple hits an all-time high as new smartphone data sides with the bulls in a sea of negativity
Shipments of iPhones rose 3.5% year over year in the third quarter, according to IDC.6 days ago - Apple -
Top stories - BBC News
UK considering EU-style common charging cable
The EU previously introduced a law requiring new electronic devices to use the same type of cable in 2022.October 15 - United Kingdom -
Top stories - NBC News
Israel is reportedly considering a limited counterstrike against Iran
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has told the Biden administration it is willing to limit its counterstrike on Iran to military targets rather than oil or nuclear facilities, according to ...October 15 - Iran -
Top stories - ABC News
Voters consider ban on forced labor aimed at protecting prisoners
California and Nevada voters will decide in November if they want to ban forced prison labor by removing language from their state constitutions rooted in the legacy of chattel slaveryOctober 15 -
Business - MarketWatch
U.S. reportedly considering caps on exports of AI chips to certain countries
U.S. officials are considering capping sales of advanced AI chips to certain countries in the interest of national security, Bloomberg News reported Monday night.October 15 -
Tech - The Wall Street Journal
Fuji Soft to Consider Bain Capital's Offer
Fuji Soft said it would sincerely consider Bain Capital’s tender offer, which beat private-equity firm KKR’s offer, possibly setting the stage for a bidding war for the Japanese software developer.October 14 -
World - The Guardian
Hundreds of Afghan soldiers to become eligible to live in UK after new information found
Estimated 500 rejected cases expected to be overturned after fresh evidence they were employed by the UK government in Afghanistan. An estimated 500 elite Afghan soldiers who fought alongside the ...October 14 - United Kingdom -
Sports - ESPN
Cowboys' Jones: Not considering coach change
Jerry Jones said he is standing by coach Mike McCarthy, even after experiencing the largest home loss of his time as Cowboys owner and general manager on Sunday.October 14 - NFL -
Sports - ESPN
FIFA to consider transfer rules after Diarra trial
FIFA has said it will start negotiations with the sport's stakeholders on the transfer system after the European Union ruled that some aspects of it were unlawful.October 14 -
Top stories - CBS News
FTC cracks down on fake reviews with new rule set to ban phony feedback
With up to 40% of online reviews found to be fake, the Federal Trade Commission is introducing a new rule to ban deceptive feedback. Nick Thompson, CEO of "The Atlantic," explains how it will work.October 14 -
Top stories - CBS News
Henry Winkler on winning third Emmy and releasing new children's book, "Detective Duck"
Legendary actor Henry Winkler, fresh off his third Emmy win for "Barry," joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss his latest children's book, "Detective Duck: The Case of the Missing Tadpole."October 14 -
Sports - Yahoo Sports
Jerry Jones: I'm not considering coaching change after "very concerning" loss
Cowboys owner Jerry Jones turned 82 on Sunday, but it wasn't a birthday to remember.October 14