British Isles
Met examining MP’s comments for hate speech
01 Mar 2024
The Metropolitan Police is ‘assessing’ a report of hate speech made against MP Lee Anderson after comments which he made on 23 February. The force said it had received the report after the MP claimed ‘Islamists’…
The Department for Education has issued new guidelines prohibiting children from attending protests during school hours, following accusations that teachers allowed pupils to skip lessons for pro-Palestine rallies. Thousands of students participated in demonstrations against the…
A global study on Covid vaccines has identified small increases in heart, blood, and neurological disorders among recipients. Pfizer, Moderna, and AstraZeneca shots were linked to higher risks of certain conditions, including nerve-wasting and brain-swelling disorders.…
SIgns of upturn for UK economy
22 Feb 2024
Bank of England governor Andrew Bailey, addressing MPs, has expressed optimism about the UK economy despite a recent shallow recession. He noted 'distinct signs of an upturn’, foreseeing one of the mildest recessions in modern history.…
UK lawmakers oppose conversion therapy ban
22 Feb 2024
When the House of Lords debated a bill which aims to ban conversion therapy in the UK, 29 members opposed it, while 15 supported it.Christian Concern (CC) expressed gratitude for the opposition, citing concerns over religious…
The body of a man found in the River Thames is believed to be that of Abdul Ezedi, a suspect in a chemical attack on a woman and two girls in Clapham. While formal identification is…