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Couple Tests Dementia Technology in Their Home

Jyoti and Bharat Patel are trying out new technology to help with dementia care. The technology includes sensors in their bed, socks, and around the h

Sep 21
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UK Residents Can Check State Pension Amounts Online

The UK government offers a tool to help residents determine their state pension amount. Residents can use this tool to plan for their retirement.

Sep 21
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Sister of Pakistan's Ex-PM Imran Khan Arrested

Aleema Khanum, the sister of Pakistan's ex-Prime Minister Imran Khan, has been arrested. She is accused of mobilizing her brother's supporters ahead o

Sep 21
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Union Calls for Halt to Graded Ofsted Inspections

The National Association of Head Teachers is calling for a halt to graded Ofsted inspections in England due to health concerns. The union claims these

Sep 21
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Specialist Courts for Rape Cases to be Introduced in England and Wales

The government is rolling out specialist courts for rape cases across England and Wales. Funding will be used to allow victims to participate in proce

Sep 21
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German Chancellor's Party Loses Ground in State Elections

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz's center-right party suffered losses in two state elections. The far-right Alternative for Germany party made signifi

Sep 20
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UK State Pension to Exceed £13,000 Annually

The UK state pension is expected to rise above £13,000 per year. This increase has sparked discussions about the pension's long-term affordability and

Sep 15
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70 Up Concludes Long-Running Documentary Series

The 70 Up documentary concludes a series that began in 1964, following the lives of 14 people for six decades. This final instalment marks the end of

Sep 12
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UK MPs Reject Assisted Dying Bill

UK lawmakers have rejected a bill that would have allowed assisted dying. The bill's supporters plan to reintroduce the legislation in the future.

Sep 11
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Couple Adjusts Finances After Having Child

Molly and Taylor Haylett changed their financial management after starting a family. They made adjustments to their budget and savings plans, includin

Sep 11
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UK MPs to Vote on Assisted Dying Law

MPs in England and Wales will vote on a proposal to legalize assisted dying. The proposal previously received majority support from MPs earlier this y

Sep 11
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Esther Rantzen Unable to Travel to Switzerland for Assisted Dying

Esther Rantzen, a British broadcaster and campaigner, has stated that she is too fragile to travel to Switzerland for assisted dying. She has been liv

Sep 10
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HMRC to Contact One Million People About Pension Tax Relief

HMRC will be contacting approximately one million people, mostly women, about pension tax relief they are owed. The relief is expected to be refunded

Sep 7