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Shortage of foster carers causing ‘very real’ UK crisis, Barnardo’s warns
Charity calls on government to launch national campaign amid rise in number of children entering care homes. ‘We’re very glad we’ve done it’: the Liverpool couple who fostered more than 40 ...The Guardian - Jan. 7 -
UK financial regulator failed to uphold rules for handling FOI requests, review finds
Report calls for Financial Conduct Authority staff to be retrained and adds to mounting criticism of watchdogFinancial Times - Jan. 7 -
First bird flu death in U.S. reported in Louisiana
For the first time, bird flu has claimed a human life in the U.S. Louisiana's health department says the patient was over the age of 65 and reportedly had underlying health problems.CBS News - Jan. 6 -
UK retail sales growth ‘minimal’ in final quarter of 2024, data shows
BRC survey suggests consumers stayed cautious during what is usually busiest time of yearFinancial Times - Jan. 7 -
First Bird Flu Death in U.S. Reported in Louisiana
The deceased was over 65 and had other medical conditions, state officials said.The New York Times - Jan. 6 -
UK visitors from dozens of countries will have to pay a new entry fee starting this week
Starting Wednesday visitors to the UK from dozens of countries will have to pay a new travel authorization fee before entering.CNBC - Jan. 6 -
Major incidents declared as UK grapples with floods, snow and ice
Almost 200 flood warnings have been issued in parts of England.BBC News - Jan. 6 -
Trump will need to ‘establish a relationship’ with next Canadian PM as he threatens new tariffs
Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announces plans to step down after growing calls for his resignation. New York Times Canada Bureau Chief Matina Stevis-Gridneff and NBC News Correspondent ...NBC News - Jan. 6 -
ECB urged to boycott Afghanistan game in Champions Trophy by UK politicians
More than 160 sign letter condemning ‘sex apartheid’ Women’s cricket team disbanded under Taliban rule The England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) has been urged to boycott next month’s Champions ...The Guardian - Jan. 6 -
Canada's embattled PM Justin Trudeau announces he will step down
Justin Trudeau said TKDAY that he will resign as the leader of Canada's ruling Liberal Party, in an announcement that will set off a contest to replace him.NBC News - Jan. 6 -
UK high-speed rail line told to cut charges
Regulator rules fees should come down by 3.8% compared with HS1’s proposalFinancial Times - Jan. 6 -
Rain and snow lead to flooding and disrupt travel in parts of the UK
People have been rescued from flooded homes and stranded cars as a soggy and cold spell continued to disrupt life across parts of the U.K. as more wintry weather was expectedABC News - Jan. 6 -
Canadian PM Justin Trudeau announces he will step down as party leader
Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced that he will resign as the leader of Canada’s ruling Liberal Party after his party selects a new prime minister.NBC News - Jan. 6 -
Canadian PM Justin Trudeau makes an announcement on his political future
Watch live coverage as Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau makes an announcement about his political future as he faces mounting pressure to step down.NBC News - Jan. 6 -
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Canadian PM Justin Trudeau expected to announce plan to resign
Under-fire leader of Liberal party to speak about his political future at Rideau Cottage on Monday. The Canadian prime minister, Justin Trudeau, is expected to announce on Monday that he plans to ...The Guardian - Jan. 6 -
UK weather: Met Office issues fresh yellow weather warnings covering much of UK – live
Warning for snow and ice in place across most of south-west, north-west and West Midlands in England, Wales, western and northern Scotland and Northern Ireland. How you have been affected by ...The Guardian - Jan. 6 -
UK leader Starmer slams 'lies and misinformation' after attacks from Elon Musk
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer has condemned “lies and misinformation” that he says are undermining U.K. democracyABC News - Jan. 6 -
Elon Musk asks if America should 'liberate the people of Britain' in tirade against UK government
The tech billionaire and key advisor to U.S. President-elect Donald Trump has taken to social media to air his grievances with the British government.CNBC - Jan. 6 -
'Second chance at life' after UK's first liver transplant for advanced bowel cancer
Bianca Perea, a 32-year-old trainee lawyer, is now "cancer-free" after a pioneering liver transplant.BBC News - Jan. 6 -
Canadian PM Trudeau may quit within days, media reports suggest
The pressure has been building for months, with sinking poll numbers for the prime minister's ruling Liberal Party.BBC News - Jan. 6 -
More NHS patients in England to be treated in private clinics as PM seeks to reduce backlog
The government promises to cut the list of patients waiting more than 18 weeks for treatment in England by nearly half a million over the next year.BBC News - Jan. 6 -
UK firms plan price rises as business confidence falls to lowest level since 2022 ‘mini-budget', survey finds
Firms across hospitality, manufacturing, construction and healthcare expressed concerns about how they would cover additional tax costs.CNBC - Jan. 6 -
Musk extends political tentacles into UK, Germany
Elon Musk is seeking to wield the power of his social media network to boost far-right political movements in the United Kingdom and Germany, after becoming a major backer of President-elect Trump ...The Hill - Jan. 6 -
See the latest forecast covering the UK
The BBC's Carol Kirkwood explains what the next few days will look like across the UK.BBC News - Jan. 6 -
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Why has Elon Musk reignited debate over the UK rape gangs scandal?
Latest intervention by close ally of Donald Trump puts Keir Starmer’s role under the spotlightFinancial Times - Jan. 6 -
More snow, ice and rain to hit UK, as flood warnings issued
Rain warnings are in place for southern England and south Wales, with flood warnings issued as snow melts due to milder temperatures.BBC News - Jan. 6 -
The Vivienne, Winner of RuPaul’s Drag Race UK, Dies
James Lee Williams was best known by their stage name and also built a career in musical theater.The New York Times - Jan. 6 -
Chris Mason: Musk looms large over UK as MPs return for 2025
Another year in Westminster has got off to an explosive start after the tech billionaire's intervention.BBC News - Jan. 6 -
Channel migrants: The real reason so many are fleeing Vietnam for the UK
More Vietnamese attempted small-boat crossings in early 2024 than any other nationality - what makes them risk this dangerous journey?BBC News - Jan. 6 -
UK businesses plan price increases as Budget drives up costs
Tax and wage rises have caused confidence to ‘slump’, warns British Chambers of CommerceFinancial Times - Jan. 5 -
Musk says UK's Farage should not be Reform party leader
Tech billionaire Elon Musk said Sunday that British politician Nigel Farage should not be the Reform U.K. party’s leader. “The Reform Party needs a new leader,” Musk said in a post on the social ...The Hill - Jan. 5 -
And the first albatross in Sentry history at Kapalua goes to...
Taylor Pendrith recorded an albatross, the first in Sentry history at Kapalua, on the fifth hole on Sunday.Yahoo Sports - Jan. 5 -
RuPaul’s Drag Race UK winner The Vivienne dies aged 32
Tributes flood in for ‘warm-hearted and amazing’ drag artist James Lee Williams. James Lee Williams, known as drag artist The Vivienne, has died at the age of 32, their public relations ...The Guardian - Jan. 5
