British Isles
Friday, 10 May 2024 05:53
AstraZeneca withdraws Covid-19 vaccine worldwide
AstraZeneca has announced the global withdrawal of its Covid-19 vaccine, Vaxzevria, citing a surplus of newer vaccines targeting emerging virus variants. The company previously halted its marketing authorization in the European Union in March, with the…
Friday, 10 May 2024 05:53
Scotland: Kate Forbes becomes deputy first minister as John Swinney unveils Cabinet
John Swinney, newly sworn in as First Minister of Scotland, has appointed Kate Forbes as Deputy First Minister, sparking criticism for creating a "continuity Cabinet." Forbes, previously Finance Secretary, replaces Shona Robison and will also oversee…
Friday, 10 May 2024 05:52
Tech firms told to hide 'toxic' content from children
Ofcom has introduced draft codes of practice mandating tech firms to shield children from "toxic" content by enhancing age checks and modifying algorithms. This move comes after parents criticized the slow pace of regulatory changes following…
Friday, 10 May 2024 05:50
Church of England - Living in Love and Faith group convening
Members of the Church of England’s Living in Love and Faith (LLF) initiative are set to convene for discussions in a Leicester hotel, as part of ongoing efforts to address divisions within the church regarding human…
Thursday, 02 May 2024 21:45
Polls open in England’s local elections, Tories braced for heavy losses
Polling stations have opened in England for local elections, with the Conservative Party facing potential heavy losses that might impact Rishi Sunak's leadership. These elections, spanning over 2,600 seats across 107 councils, serve as a significant…
Thursday, 02 May 2024 21:42
UK universities brace for 'Gaza solidarity encampments'
Pro-Palestinian activists at several British universities have started to set up Gaza 'solidarity encampments' in response to similar movements on US campuses. This follows recent confrontations at American universities like Columbia and UCLA, where police clashed…