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Coming out on TV in 1970 could have ruined your life – so why did activists do it?

In 1970, gay campaigners in the UK were in something of a quandary. The 1967 Sexual Offences Act had lifted only some of the criminal sanctions against sex between men and left immense social stigma unchallenged. At the same time, the media reacted to partial decriminalisation by largely losing interest…

The Conversation

Why design and technology education needs a shake up

The decline of Design & Technology education represents a growing threat to the UK's creative, engineering and manufacturing future.

Creative Bloq

Lidl is about to launch an affordable air conditioner to save us from the heatwave

Lidl is here to save us from the UK heatwave

The Independent UK

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Met Office issues new extreme heat warning as UK temperatures soar – when and where

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Top TV boss speaks out as major festival moves from Scotland to England

A TOP TV boss has hit out at the organisers of Edinburgh TV Festival’s decision to leave the Scottish capital, saying the city created what it is…

The National (Scotland)

‘It’s dangerous’: how schools, care homes and other UK workplaces are coping in searing heat

From bus drivers struggling to focus to those hauling scaffolding under a blazing sun, workers say risks must be taken seriously

The Guardian - UK

Do antidepressants make it harder to cope in the heat – and how can I manage my symptoms?

The UK is currently in the grips of a heatwave, with temperatures potentially reaching record-breaking highs of up to 40C. Experts have warned that those taking certain types of antidepressants might find it harder to cope amid the extreme heat . According to the North London NHS Foundation Trust ,…

The Independent UK

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Europe heatwave live: UK breaks temperature record for June as parts of France hit 40C – as it happened

West Sussex reports temperature of 35.8C, beating previous record from 1976; red weather alert extended to 72 of France’s 96 mainland departments

The Guardian - AU

The Independent and Music Venue Trust relaunch Main Stage initiative to support UK grassroots music venues

Campaign, which highlights the best grassroots music venues across the UK and the people working tirelessly to keep them alive, returns for summer 2026

The Independent UK

UK heat emergency: Over 500 schools shut in Wales as rare red warning issued, temperatures may hit 39°C

A severe heatwave sweeping across the UK has caused widespread disruption, with more than 500 schools shutting their doors, rail services slowing down and health authorities issuing urgent warnings as temperatures are forecast to climb to nearly 39°C over the coming days.

The Times of India

Badenoch will ‘absolutely not’ apologise for PMQs comments about Starmer’s downfall, spokesperson says – as it happened

Tory leader said Labour MPs were cheering, even though there are ‘400 knives’ in Starmer’s back

The Guardian - UK

O2 to begin UK 2G switchoff in 2029, and that means you might need a new smart meter

Virgin Media O2 announces plans to shut down legacy 2G networks, which carry just 0.5% of network traffic but use 10% of cell site power.

TechRadar

France Heatwave Drowning Crisis Raises a Chilling Question: Could UK Be Next?

At least 40 people have drowned in France after soaring temperatures drove crowds to rivers, lakes and unsupervised swimming spots.

International Business Times UK

Andy Burnham inches closer to power in Britain as Starmer seeks legacy

Andy Burnham is poised to become Britain's next prime minister unopposed as potential rival Darren Jones declared he won't run. Meanwhile, outgoing leader Keir Starmer, seeking to solidify his legacy, heads to Berlin for crucial talks on Ukraine and the Middle East. Burnham, a former Greater Manchester mayor, secured a…

The Economic Times

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The National (Scotland)

North Sea oil workers set to benefit from £6 million retraining investment

Investment from the Scottish and UK Governments is touted to support more than 1000 oil and gas workers in Scotland to move into jobs in green…

Evening Standard

Trainline names former Flutter UK and Ireland boss for top job

Ian Brown will join the Trainline on September 7 before taking on the top role on September 28, replacing Jody Ford.

The Independent UK

Trainline names former Paddy Power owner’s chief as its new boss

Ian Brown will join the Trainline on September 7 before taking on the top role on September 28, replacing Jody Ford.

The Times of India

27-year-old Pakistani delivery driver on student visa jailed for rape in UK for over 8 years

A Pakistani delivery driver who raped a vulnerable woman shortly after she left a hospital in West Sussex has been sentenced to eight years and three months in prison.

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Euronews

Dead tree painted red to highlight climate change impact

A painted red oak at Kew Gardens, killed in the 2022 heatwave, stands beside a resilient “Tree of Hope”, highlighting climate change impacts in the UK.

Pedestrian.tv

Nine Speaks Out After Karl Stefanovic’s Podcast With UK Far-Right Activist Tommy Robinson Deleted

Channel 9 has distanced itself from Karl Stefanovic’s podcast after his interview with anti-Islam activist Tommy Robinson was deleted.

Evening Standard

Segro rebuffs £12.6bn approach from US rival in latest takeover tilt for UK firm

Prologis revealed it had put forward a proposal to buy FTSE 100 firm Segro worth 925p a share on June 16, which was rejected on Tuesday.

The Independent UK

Bulletin AM briefing: Burnham holds secret meeting with Starmer and extreme heat warning

Andy Burnham holds secret hour-long meeting with Sir Keir Starmer ahead of expected succession. How warm UK could be today as red extreme heat warnings come into force. Putin ‘ready for peace talks’ after Ukraine strikes key Russian sites. Trump fumes as US Senate votes to halt Iran war in…

Radio France Internationale

Brexit at 10: 'The average British citizen has lost over £3,000 a year'

Ten years after the UK voted to leave the European Union, Brexit remains deeply divisive, with supporters and critics still at odds over its political and economic legacy. As part of RFI’s series marking the 10th anniversary of the referendum, we spoke to politics and international relations professor John Barry,…

The Independent UK

How warm UK could be today as red extreme heat warnings come into force

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The Guardian - UK

Wednesday briefing: How can the UK protect its landscape in an increasingly hot world?

In today’s newsletter: As heatwaves intensify, Britain’s ecosystems are being pushed beyond their evolutionary limits

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