UK only 16th out of 33 nations in new Scotianomics Wellbeing Economy Index THE UK places only 16th out of 33 nations on a new Scotianomics Wellbeing Economy Index. The National (Scotland) · Oct 18, 2023
My family are trapped in Gaza with only salty water to drink – we need a ceasefire to let aid in and people out Gazans are on their knees. The UK government must put pressure on Israel to let aid in and let people out, says SNP councillor Nadia El-Nakla The Guardian - UK · Oct 18, 2023
Antisemitism should be taught in all schools to tackle hate across society Jewish schools across the UK have been increasing their security as a result of safety concerns among parents. The Independent UK · Oct 18, 2023
The Ilford kiosk man who hid a thriving people-smuggling business Hewa Rahimpur came across as a friendly young man struggling to get by, but was responsible for transporting up to 10,000 people across the Channel The Guardian - UK · Oct 18, 2023
EE to start selling smart TVs, fridges and kettles in move beyond mobile roots BT-owned company to take on brands such as Amazon, Currys and Argos with move into e-commerce The Guardian - UK · Oct 18, 2023
Tory MP says ‘illegal migrants’ should be expelled from UK Jill Mortimer said her office is besieged by asylum seekers. The Independent UK · Oct 18, 2023
Rishi Sunak urges MPs not to rush to judgment over Gaza hospital blast Sunak says British intelligence is working at pace to ‘get to the bottom’ of explosion at al-Ahli Arab hospital The Guardian - UK · Oct 18, 2023
Javid: Revoke visas of those committing antisemitism and hate crimes in UK The former home secretary made the call during Prime Minister’s Questions. The Independent UK · Oct 18, 2023
We can’t rush to judgment on who was behind Gaza hospital blast, Sunak says The Prime Minister could not say who the UK believes was behind the fatal blast at al Ahli as the intelligence services seek to establish the facts. The Independent UK · Oct 18, 2023
Russian President Putin insists Ukraine's new US-supplied weapon won't change the war's outcome Local authorities say a Russian missile attack has killed two civilians in an apartment building in southern Ukraine The Independent UK · Oct 18, 2023
Red weather warnings in the UK: Recent examples Red warnings have been issued for extreme heat, wind and rain. The Independent UK · Oct 18, 2023
Red warning issued with Storm Babet posing ‘risk to life’ in parts of Scotland Humza Yousaf warns against unnecessary travel with heavy wind and rain expected across Britain and Ireland The Guardian - UK · Oct 18, 2023
Greta Thunberg charged with public order offense in UK after arrest outside oil industry conference Climate activist Greta Thunberg has been charged with a public order offense after being arrested at a demonstration against an oil industry conference in London The Independent UK · Oct 18, 2023
London gang kingpin who smuggled up to 10,000 migrants across Channel jailed Hewa Rahimpur sourced boats for a gang that charged £6,000 per crossing Evening Standard · Oct 18, 2023
The Guardian - UK · Oct 18, 2023 As the UK heads to an election, who says 13 years of Tory rule has been a disaster? Rishi Sunak With MPs back at Westminster, the choice is clear, says Labour’s national campaign coordinator, Pat McFadden
The Independent UK · Oct 18, 2023 12 targeted in police misconduct inquiry over handling of David Carrick case Then-Met Pc Carrick was unmasked as one of the UK’s worst sex offenders when he was convicted of crimes committed against 12 women over 17 years.
Fortune · Oct 18, 2023 UK refused sanctioned Russian billionaire’s use of a personal driver because he was able to take the bus Fridman's lawyers said he was also denied a $36,500 monthly allowance to maintain his $79 million North London Mansion.
Barchart · Oct 18, 2023 S&P Futures Plunge as Middle East Fears Weigh on Sentiment, Tesla and Netflix Earnings on Tap December S&P 500 futures (ESZ23) are trending down -0.45% this morning as uncertainties lingered in the Middle East, and investors weighed the possibility of further rate hikes by the Federal Reserve while eagerly awaiting earnings results from U.S. heavyweights Tesla and Netflix.
The Independent UK · Oct 18, 2023 Scientists say ‘dust devils’ are unusually common in UK and they have no idea why Three regions make up UK’s ‘tornado alley’, scientists say
The Independent UK · Oct 18, 2023 The most overpriced tourist attractions revealed – and the top three are in the UK Iconic British attractions were deemed unaffordable based on visitor reviews
The Independent UK · Oct 18, 2023 Police officers investigated for way they handled David Carrick allegations Carrick was last year unmasked as one of the UK’s worst sex offenders.
The Independent UK · Oct 18, 2023 Rare red weather warning issued as Storm Babet hits UK The alert, which warns of a risk to life because of ‘fast flowing or deep floodwater’, covers parts of Angus and Aberdeenshire.
The Guardian - UK · Oct 18, 2023 Barratt warns of ‘uncertain’ year as buyers struggle with mortgages UK housebuilder’s sales also dented by absence of government’s help-to-buy scheme
Barchart · Oct 18, 2023 S&P Futures Drop as Middle East Fears Weigh on Sentiment, Tesla and Netflix Earnings on Tap December S&P 500 futures (ESZ23) are trending down -0.34% this morning as uncertainties lingered in the Middle East, and investors weighed the possibility of further rate hikes by the Federal Reserve while eagerly awaiting earnings results from U.S. heavyweights Tesla and Netflix.
The Guardian - UK · Oct 18, 2023 UK inflation: which goods and services have changed most in price? From sugar to butter and transport to holidays, how the cost of everyday items varies