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Japanese Atomic Bomb Survivors Receive Nobel Peace Prize
The Nobel Peace Prize has been awarded to Japanese atomic bomb survivors. The award recognizes their efforts towards nuclear disarmament.
Aug 4
worldBaby Undergoes Pioneering Womb Surgery
A British baby has become the first in the UK to undergo surgery in the womb. The procedure aimed to correct a condition called gastroschisis, a compl
Aug 3
worldFifa President Gianni Infantino Faces Pressure
Fifa President Gianni Infantino is facing increasing pressure, raising questions about his potential replacement. Several candidates could be in the r
Aug 3
worldParents and Pupils Speak Out Against Strict School Discipline
Parents, pupils, and former teachers have shared their concerns about strict discipline at an academy trust. They describe the discipline as excessive
Aug 3
worldRod Liddle dies at 66
Newspaper columnist and broadcaster Rod Liddle has died at the age of 66. He passed away in a hospital in Middlesbrough on Sunday.
Aug 3
worldEU Chief Calls for Stronger Borders
EU Commission President Ursula von der Leyen is seeking action on border security. An urgent meeting of EU interior ministers is set to discuss the is
Aug 3
worldSeven killed and 40 injured by Ukrainian drone at Russian beach
A Ukrainian drone hit a busy beach in Russia, causing casualties. The incident occurred at a popular resort on the Black Sea.
Aug 3
worldRapists and child sex offenders to be barred from early release scheme
The UK government is set to bar rapists and child sex offenders from an early release scheme. The move comes after criticism from the widow of PC Andr
Aug 3
worldEnglish Football Association to Withdraw Support for Infantino's Fifa Bid
The English Football Association is set to withdraw its backing for Gianni Infantino's bid to continue as Fifa president. This decision follows a simi
Aug 3
worldRussia and Ukraine exchange attacks, resulting in casualties
Russian planes dropped glide bombs on Zaporizhzhia, Ukraine, causing casualties, while Ukrainian drone debris killed people in Russia. The exchange of
Aug 3
worldUSMNT Coach Mauricio Pochettino Signs New Contract
Mauricio Pochettino has agreed to a new contract to manage the USMNT through the 2030 World Cup. This comes after the team's first knockout win since
Aug 3
worldEngland and Wales Experience Driest July on Record
July has been exceptionally dry for England and Wales, setting a new record. The month was also warm and sunny for most of the UK.
Aug 3
worldSon Collected Mother's Benefits After Her Death
A son collected his mother's benefits after her death. The benefits totaled £78,000 over several years.
Aug 3
worldRhine River falls to record low levels as drought hits Europe
Water levels on the Rhine, Danube and Po rivers dropped sharply this week. The low water has slowed cargo shipping and cut electricity production at s
Aug 3
worldBBC Gains Access to Rawalakot in Pakistan-Administered Kashmir
The BBC has become the first media organisation to enter the city of Rawalakot in Pakistan-administered Kashmir. The city has been affected by deadly
Aug 3
worldJimmy Cricket dies at 80
Comedian Jimmy Cricket has died at the age of 80. His family was with him in his final days.
Aug 3
worldFrance Responds to Reform UK Plan on Migrant Returns
Reform UK has proposed using the Navy to return migrants to France, despite potential French objections. France has reacted to this plan.
Aug 3
worldFIFA Halts World Cup Private Equity Sale
FIFA has stopped its effort to sell the World Cup to private equity as part of a broader investment strategy. The move had sparked international contr
Aug 3
world50+UK Estimates 2,877 Heat-Related Deaths in May and June
The UK Health Security Agency has estimated that 2,877 heat-related deaths occurred during the May and June heatwaves. This number is nearly double th
Jul 30
world50+Andy Burnham Seeks to Reform Social Care in England
Andy Burnham has expressed his desire to bring about significant changes to social care in England. He aims to implement substantial reforms to the cu
Jul 27
world50+Badenoch Offers to Collaborate with PM on Adult Social Care Reform
Badenoch has written to the Prime Minister offering to work together on adult social care reform. The letter includes a condition that tax rises shoul
Jul 26