The idyllic Neelum Valley in northern Pakistan, typically bustling with 300,000 summer tourists drawn to its breathtaking landscapes, now stands deserted. The escalating tension between Pakistan and India following a […]
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Hundreds of workers at Ofgem balloted for strikes in dispute over pay and jobs
Hundreds of workers at the energy regulator Ofgem are being balloted for strikes in a dispute over pay and jobs. More than 700 members of the Public and Commercial Services […]
Airlines could save billions using ‘shark skin’ coating for planes, scientists say
Australian scientists have developed a shark skin-inspired film coating for aeroplanes, which they claim can reduce drag and save billions in fuel costs for the airline industry. Delta Air Lines […]
Mosquitoes found as far north as Shetland in study examining pathogen risk
Mosquitoes have been found as far north as Shetland, according to a citizen science project which studied the insects. Scientists at the University of Glasgow received more than 700 reports […]
Trump says kids may get ‘2 dolls instead of 30’ due to possible toy shortage: Live
The Independent questions Trump on blaming recent stock market crash on Biden’s past presidency President Donald Trump is trying to deflect blame as Wall Street fell on news that the […]
Canada election results live: Trump congratulates Carney and agrees to meet in future
Carney makes dig at Trump in Canada election victory speech The White House has taunted Mark Carney over Donald Trump’s desire to turn Canada into America’s 51st state, saying a […]
Uber and other private hire drivers to log off apps for global strike
Private hire drivers are set to strike on Thursday as part of a global movement demanding better pay, working conditions, and protections for gig economy workers. The 24-hour strike, coordinated […]
New coin to mark 80 years since VE Day is launched by Royal Mint
Commemorative coins honouring VE Day are being launched by the Royal Mint, to mark the 80th anniversary of the end of the Second World War. The VE Day 50p coin […]
Smacking children ‘must be banned’ in wake of 10-year-old Sara Sharif’s murder
The UK’s children’s commissioners have united to call for a complete ban on smacking, condemning the current legal framework which allows for a defence of “reasonable punishment” in England and […]
Thousands of homes to receive faster broadband in Labour connection drive
A “game-changer” broadband upgrade will bring lightning-fast internet to 65,000 homes and businesses in some of Scotland’s most remote areas. The UK government has signed a £157 million contract with […]