Link between ultra-processed foods and health issues questioned by scientists They have been linked to issues such as some cancers, weight gain and heart disease Wales Online · Jul 11, 2023
Mark Drakeford just tried to defend Vaughan Gething and what he said doesn't stack up The First Minister was quizzed in the Senedd about the former health minister's admission at the Covid Inquiry that he hadn't read a key paper into how prepared the UK was for a pandemic Wales Online · Jul 11, 2023
Sweden is joining Nato: what that means for the alliance and the war in Ukraine In a surprise move, Turkey has ended its veto on Sweden joining Nato, thereby removing all the barriers to its membership of the military alliance. The Conversation · Jul 11, 2023
UK mortgage payers must brace for even higher borrowing costs, IMF warns International Monetary Fund backs Bank of England on whatever tough action needed to control inflation The Guardian - UK · Jul 11, 2023
‘Fiery’ meeting between Scottish and UK ministers over drug decriminalisation plans A “FIERY” meeting has taken place between Shirley-Anne Somerville and Suella Braverman over decriminalising drugs, according to the Home Office. The National (Scotland) · Jul 11, 2023
U.S. federal Judge Corley finally rules on Microsoft's Xbox-ABK deal: Microsoft WINS The past couple of weeks have seen the FTC and Xbox come to blows in federal court, over the FTC's desire to delay Microsoft's merger with Activision Blizzard. The decision is finally here. Windows Central · Jul 11, 2023
Co-owner of Edinburgh restaurant named one of the UK's top wine sommeliers Expert wine sommelier and co-owner of Edinburgh's eòrna, Glen Montgomery, has made his debut in Harper’s Top 25 Sommeliers 2023 after being recognised as one of the best in the country. Edinburgh Live · Jul 11, 2023
Boxing club still producing champions after 75 years The gym prides itself as being probably the most multicultural gym in the UK Liverpool Echo · Jul 11, 2023
TV coverage of Scottish ‘mini-coronation’ draws quarter of Elton John’s audience THE TV coverage of the Scottish ‘mini-coronation’ for King Charles reached only around a quarter of the audience who tuned in for Elton John’s… The National (Scotland) · Jul 11, 2023
Two years on from Saka, Rashford and Sancho racism, is football making progress in fight against online abuse? Today marks two years since a deluge of online racist abuse was directed at Bukayo Saka, Marcus Rashford and Jadon Sancho after their missed penalties in the Euro 2020 Final. Evening Standard · Jul 11, 2023
UK needs to do a lot more to contain global warming – Cop26 President Sir Alok Sharma spoke after receiving a knighthood from the King at Windsor Castle. The Independent UK · Jul 11, 2023
This Prime Day streaming deal lets you test loads of streaming services for free As part of Prime Day, Amazon is offering lots of its add-on subscriptions for free for 30 days. WhatToWatch · Jul 11, 2023
Fintech firms voice frustration as regulatory approvals plunge to fresh lows Just seven applications were approved in the first quarter of 2023, in signs fintech firms face a near-impossible pathway to getting regulatory clearance to operate in the UK Evening Standard · Jul 11, 2023
Vital military gear worth £770million STILL not sent to Ukraine after 11 months The Mirror can reveal that equipment ordered from a pot of cash has yet to be sent to the war-torn nation - despite the fund being set up last August Daily Mirror · Jul 11, 2023
France 24 · Jul 11, 2023 NATO Summit: How the Alliance is strengthening its eastern flank Along with seeking a compromise for Ukraine’s entry into NATO, leaders at the Vilnius summit are on a quest to bolster the Alliance’s eastern front.
The Conversation · Jul 11, 2023 Offshore windfarms could offer new habitats for lobsters – new research Over the past decade, offshore wind turbines have become an ever more present feature along UK coastlines. As part of reaching net zero, the government has ambitious plans for increasing the capacity of offshore wind from 13.9GW to 50GW by 2050.
The Guardian - UK · Jul 11, 2023 Zelenskiy fails in effort to secure invitation to join Nato at Vilnius summit Leaders of military alliance sign off on declaration that does not give Ukraine firm membership timetable
The Week · Jul 11, 2023 Forced adoptions: why government won’t apologise Hundreds of women forced to give their babies up for adoption are renewing their calls for the UK government to follow Scotland and Wales in issuing a formal apology, in light of new evidence.
Daily Record · Jul 11, 2023 'Chaotic' UK weather to come from El Nino including tornados and weekslong blizzards Experts expect the weather phenomenon to take the UK into 'unprecedented' territory with chaotic weather such as 21C temperatures in February possible.
The Independent UK · Jul 11, 2023 ‘Uncertainties’ over studies linking ultra-processed food to poor health Government scientists have looked into the issue in depth.
Daily Mirror · Jul 11, 2023 Tyson Fury vs Francis Ngannou fight date, tickets, UK start time and undercard In a rare crossover fight, world heavyweight champions Fury from boxing and Ngannou from MMA will face each other under exhibition rules
The Guardian - UK · Jul 11, 2023 Will Russia target nuclear plants? For Ukrainians, it feels like a ‘when’, not an if Putin has repeatedly demonstrated his willingness to do the unthinkable. This time, western allies must be prepared, says says Russia researcher Jade McGlynn
The Independent UK · Jul 11, 2023 Zelensky hits out at lack of Vilnius summit timetable for Ukraine to join Nato Prime Minister Rishi Sunak had said he wanted Nato leaders to ‘reaffirm’ its commitment to Kyiv joining the alliance.
Evening Standard · Jul 11, 2023 TikTok Music: What is it and will it come to the UK? TikTok has launched its rival to Spotify and Apple Music. Here’s what it is and its likely price if it comes to this country
Tom’s Guide · Jul 11, 2023 Sinner vs Safiullin live stream: How to watch Wimbledon quarter-final tennis online for free Here's how to watch Sinner vs Safiullin live streams online and for free from anywhere, as the Wimbledon eighth seed meets the in-form Russian seeking another scalp to reach the semis.