Austria plans social media ban for under-14s
Vice-Chancellor Andreas Babler of the Social Democrats articulated the government’s rationale, expressing a firm stance against allowing social media to foster addiction and contribute to the mental distress of children.…
Assisted dying bill will not now become law, say both sides
The journey of the Assisted Dying Bill through Westminster has been a contentious one, highlighting the profound ethical, moral, and practical complexities inherent in such a proposal. Initially introduced by…
Petrol price above 150p a litre for first time in nearly two years
Data released by the motoring organisation RAC paints a stark picture of the escalating costs. The conflict in the Middle East is demonstrably continuing to exert upward pressure on global…
Savannah Guthrie to return to Today show as search for mother continues
In a poignant and deeply personal announcement, Savannah Guthrie, a beloved anchor of the NBC "Today" show, revealed her impending return to the broadcast on April 6th, a significant milestone…
Sir Ed Davey defends Lib Dem councils raising charges and taxes
Sir Ed highlighted the relentless upward trajectory of household expenses as the primary concern he was hearing from the public. He specifically cited soaring petrol and diesel prices, spiralling energy…
Lloyds Banking Group IT glitch affected almost 500,000 customers.
In a significant data exposure incident that has raised concerns about the security and reliability of modern digital banking, Lloyds Banking Group has revealed that an IT glitch on March…
Consumer confidence hit by ‘ripple of fear’ over Iran war
Neil Bellamy, a spokesperson for GfK, articulated the pervasive sentiment, stating, "A ripple of fear is spreading across the nation. People simply do not feel the economy is robust enough…
Meningitis B leaves girl battling for life in ‘very rare’ case
Our daughter battled Meningitis B despite being vaccinated in a ‘very rare’ case. Noa-Rose’s parents remember vividly holding the "lifeless" youngster in their arms, and the look of fright in…
Whale swims for freedom after big German rescue effort on Baltic coast.
In a remarkable display of resilience and a testament to the dedication of a multi-agency rescue effort, a majestic humpback whale has successfully freed itself from a treacherous sandbank near…
Two hereditary peers allowed to keep ceremonial roles
The individuals at the heart of this unique exemption are Edward Fitzalan-Howard, the 18th Duke of Norfolk, who holds the inherited royal title of Earl Marshal, and Lord Carrington, the…
















