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'Next generation' Covid jab approved in UK for use in adults

A new coronavirus booster jab has been approved for use in adults.

The National (Scotland) · Aug 15, 2022

UK drivers in Spain warned of fines while travelling on roads abroad

Motorists from Great Britain have been issued an important warning of potential fines and issues they may face when driving in Spain during the summer holidays.

Glasgow Live · Aug 15, 2022

Edinburgh's popular Portobello Beach among 'UK's most accessible beaches'

One of the capital's favoured beach spots has been praised by Middletons Mobility as one of the most accessible in the whole of the UK.

Edinburgh Live · Aug 15, 2022

New Omicron-specific vaccine from Moderna approved by UK regulator

New vaccine is a ‘sharpened tool in our armoury’ to fight against Covid, says Dr June Raine, chief for the UK medicines regulator

The Independent UK · Aug 15, 2022

UK travellers heading to Spain for music festivals and concerts issued warning

Tourists heading to Spain have been issued important advice before attending a music festival or large concert and are being urged to know local laws and rules.

Glasgow Live · Aug 15, 2022

UK becomes first country to approve new Covid jab specifically targeting Omicron

Moderna's chief medical officer, Dr Paul Burton, previously said that the new jab can boost a person's antibodies to such high levels that it may only be needed annually

Daily Mirror · Aug 15, 2022

Meghan's tense relationship with royals ahead of UK trip - cryptic remark and party snub

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle are heading back to the UK for a series of events next month - their first trip back since the Platinum Jubilee. It's unknown if they will catch up with their royal relatives - but here we look at the current bonds they have with…

Daily Mirror · Aug 15, 2022

It is vital to control diseases such as polio – so why is the UK cutting global vaccine funding?

The resurgence of polio proves again that diseases don’t respect borders, says Helen Bedford, professor of children’s health at UCL

The Guardian - UK · Aug 15, 2022

First Covid vaccine that targets two variants approved in UK

The ‘next generation’ Moderna jab may only need to be administered once a year

Evening Standard · Aug 15, 2022

Drought: why some UK trees are losing their leaves in August

Britain is suffering its worst drought since the 1970s, with dry weather expected until October. Many parks and lawns are now more straw than grass, but some trees and other plants have responded in a more surprising way: by losing their leaves.

The Conversation · Aug 15, 2022