British Isles
Friday, 03 December 2021 10:09
Sage scientists’ response to Omicron
The impact of the Omicron variant on the UK is uncertain but may require a very stringent response, according to the Scientific Advisory Group for Emergencies (SAGE). Ask God to give SAGE officials all the wisdom…
Friday, 03 December 2021 10:07
Over 17 million use ‘buy now, pay later’
More than 17 million UK customers have now used a buy now pay later (BNPL) company to make an online purchase. The payment method is also set to have its biggest Christmas yet. BNPL firms allow…
Friday, 03 December 2021 10:04
CofE’s Christmas single
The Church of England has released a Christmas single as part of a campaign to encourage more people to hear the real Christmas story through their local church. The single, a new carol version of In…
Friday, 03 December 2021 10:02
Aftermath of Arwen
Although Storm Arwen has abated, the widespread disruption has left tens of thousands of people in the north of England still without electricity. Damage to power equipment has been described as unprecedented. As repairs are being…
Friday, 03 December 2021 09:59
Homecare and social care crisis
A quiet crisis has been unfolding in the homecare sector where the system is expected to reach breaking point this winter - unless urgent action is taken. Long-standing pressures on council funding meant that homecare providers…
Friday, 03 December 2021 09:57
Northern Ireland: Arlene Foster told to leave faith out of politics
Former first minister Arlene Foster has spoken out against those who say that religion and politics should never mix. When speaking at the St Patrick Centre to a live audience, she discussed her own faith as…