British Isles
Thursday, 16 November 2023 22:32
Church of England votes for blessings for same-sex unions
The CofE's General Synod has voted to offer blessings to same-sex couples in civil partnerships and marriages, marking a significant shift in its approach to LGBTQI+ issues. After a marathon debate, the Synod overwhelmingly approved the…
Thursday, 16 November 2023 22:24
UK inflation falls to two-year low
In October, UK inflation significantly decreased to 4.6% from 6.7%, marking the lowest rate in two years and a major easing of price pressures. This represents the most substantial monthly drop in the annual Consumer Price…
Thursday, 09 November 2023 22:16
More than one million people on waiting lists as NHS backlog grows
The NHS backlog in England has reached a record high, with 7.77 million people waiting for non-emergency care by the end of September. What is more concerning is that about one million people are on multiple…
Thursday, 09 November 2023 22:12
Climate: Justin Welby urges faith leaders to ‘lead by example’
The Archbishop of Canterbury has called on global faith leaders to take action against the effects of climate change. Speaking at the Global Leaders Faith Summit in Abu Dhabi, Justin Welby emphasised the challenges millions of…
Thursday, 09 November 2023 22:09
New rules unveiled to protect young children on social media
The UK's Online Safety Act, signed into law last week, introduces new rules aimed at protecting children online. Ofcom has unveiled its first draft codes of practice under the act, focusing on illegal material such as…
Thursday, 09 November 2023 22:06
Home secretary facing backlash for criticising police
Suella Braverman is facing a backlash after claiming police 'play favourites' with pro-Palestinian protests. Downing Street did not clear the controversial article in which the home secretary criticised the policing of pro-Palestinian marches in London. The…