The Total Eclipse of the Heart singer has a tour planned for 2026, which is now thrown into doubt.
The High Pay Centre (HPC), known for its analysis of executive pay and the pay gap, is set to close due to the termination of its funding by the Financial Fairness Trust, now renamed Aberdeen Group Charitable Trust. This closure highlights a broader trend of reduced funding for social justice research, influenced by a shift away from DEI/ESG initiatives.
The UK's electronic tagging system for offenders is under strain and risks public safety, according to a watchdog report. Thousands may not be actively monitored, with concerns over contractor performance and staff shortages, despite government plans to expand its use.
England defender Marc Guehi faces a fitness assessment for the World Cup quarter-final against Norway due to a hamstring injury. Reece James returns to training, but Declan Rice is out with illness. Guehi's availability is uncertain, especially with Erling Haaland to face.
England defender Marc Guehi faces a fitness assessment for the World Cup quarter-final against Norway due to a hamstring injury. Reece James returned to training, but Declan Rice is out with illness.
The UK government has launched a 100-day consultation on new regulations to prevent the marketing of vapes to children. Proposals include plain packaging, banning flavour names like confectionery and desserts, and moving vapes out of sight in shops, aiming to reduce youth experimentation with nicotine products.
The UK's Advertising Standards Agency (ASA) has warned consumers about misleading online adverts for portable air conditioners, often claiming unrealistic cooling speeds and performance. Many ads appear AI-generated and feature fake reviews, directing shoppers to sites selling devices for £70-£120.
