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The fourth No Kings event is scheduled for June 14, coinciding with former President Donald Trump's birthday. This event will feature a unique combination of entertainment and sports, including a UFC bout at the White House. A concert featuring renowned…

Salmonella infections in England have reached their highest level in a decade, with 10,406 cases reported last year. This represents a 26% increase from 2016, when 8,269 cases were recorded. The UK Health Security Agency has released data showing consistently…

A fictional diary entry by Robert Kenyon, as imagined by John Crace, has sparked controversy. The entry discusses a comment made about Carol Vorderman's appearance, suggesting she was "fit" and attributing her reaction to menopause. This remark has been criticized…

BBC Radio Scotland is undergoing significant changes under new head of audio and events, Victoria Easton Riley. The shake-up has resulted in the departure of several presenters, with a majority being women. This has sparked deep unease among staff and…

Ireland's datacentres consumed 22% of the country's electricity last year, a significant increase in recent years. This surge in energy consumption has led to higher household electricity bills, a report has found. Datacentres, which power online services such as cloud…

Burberry's CEO Joshua Schulman may earn up to £12.2m this year under a new bonus scheme. Schulman, who joined the company last year, is tasked with reviving the brand. His potential earnings include a base salary and performance-related bonuses. In…

Ministers are discussing a potential pause on a carbon tax on fertiliser with farmers. The tax is set to come into effect next year, but concerns over UK food inflation have prompted a reevaluation. Food prices have been rising, and…

The UK's millennial generation, born between 1977 and 1992, is entering middle age. Those aged 31 to 45 are experiencing significant life changes, including career advancement, family formation, and shifting social priorities. This stage of life can be marked by…

US President Donald Trump has warned Oman that it could face severe consequences if it does not "behave" regarding the Strait of Hormuz. The strait, located between Oman and Iran, is a critical waterway for international oil shipments. Trump's comments…

US authorities have charged Aiden Daniel Cuevas, a self-described neo-Nazi, with plotting to murder a journalist. The journalist had reported on Cuevas' activities, drawing attention to his extremist views. Testimony from an undercover officer revealed that Cuevas targeted the reporter,…

The UK faces a potential annual loss of £125bn due to youth unemployment, a landmark report warns. Former Labour minister Alan Milburn authored the report, highlighting the economic and social costs of failing to address this issue. More than 1…

UK housebuilder Barratt's CEO has stated that young first-time buyers are facing the toughest time accessing the property market since the financial crisis. Rising interest rates and higher mortgage costs are major factors contributing to this challenge. Additionally, increasing student…

Alan Milburn, former UK minister for schools, has released the first part of his report on Neet (not in education, employment or training) young people. The report highlights the struggles of approximately 1 million young individuals in the UK who…