NHS staff vote to strike over institutional racism
Thousands of NHS workers across England have overwhelmingly voted for strike action, citing deep-rooted institutional racism and significant pay disparities affecting ethnic minority staff.
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Artificial Lightning Makes Our Technology Safer
Discover how British engineers are harnessing the power of simulated lightning strikes to test and protect everything from aircraft to household electronics from nature's most powerful electrical forces.
Italy general strike demands Gaza ceasefire
Rome and cities across Italy stand still in unprecedented national strike called by major unions protesting Israel's military actions in Gaza, with transport and schools disrupted nationwide.
Italy general strike over Gaza and workers' rights
Major Italian cities face widespread disruption as unions stage 24-hour general strike protesting Israel's military action in Gaza while demanding better domestic employment conditions.
Italy strike chaos: Greta Thunberg joins Palestine protests
Mass demonstrations and transport strikes across Italy cause widespread disruption as activists including Greta Thunberg rally in solidarity with Gaza flotilla, creating travel misery for thousands.
Greece strike: Nation halts over 13-hour work day
Greece faces complete paralysis as workers stage a 24-hour general strike against controversial labour reforms extending the work day to 13 hours, shutting down transport, schools and public services.
Manchester Airport strike causes travel chaos
Manchester Airport faces severe disruption as 300 security and terminal staff launch strike action, demanding better pay and conditions during peak travel season.
Greece hit by major general strike disrupting transport and services
Mass walkouts across Greece disrupt transport, close schools and public services in major protest against working conditions and new employment legislation.
US Official Evacuated from Cuba with Havana Syndrome
A US government employee stationed in Havana is the latest victim of the baffling 'Havana Syndrome', prompting an urgent evacuation and reigniting concerns over the unexplained health incidents.
Fact Check: Donald Trump's Dubious Claims Debunked
A fact-checking deep dive into some of the most bizarre and widely debunked assertions made by the former US President, examining the evidence behind his statements.
Lightning Strike Kills Elk Hunters in Colorado Rockies
A devastating lightning strike in a remote Colorado mountain range has killed two elk hunters and injured another, prompting a major rescue operation and highlighting the dangers of high-altitude weather.
Brussels & Berlin Airport Strikes Threaten Summer Travel Chaos
Travellers flying from Brussels and Berlin airports are bracing for severe disruption as security staff announce a 24-hour strike over pay and conditions, set to cause widespread flight cancellations and delays.
Edinburgh Airport staff to strike in July over pay
Unite the Union confirms over 250 workers at Edinburgh Airport will walk out in July in a major dispute over pay, threatening significant disruption for summer holiday travellers.
Stansted Airport Border Force staff announce summer strike
Travellers face severe disruption and lengthy delays as Border Force officers at London Stansted Airport plan a four-day walkout in a dispute over working conditions and passenger safety.
France braces for massive general strike over pension age
France faces major disruption as unions call a massive general strike on 7th March. Schools, transport, and public services set to halt in protest against President Macron's controversial pension age rise to 64.
France braces for nationwide general strike this Thursday
France faces major disruption as public sector unions call a general strike on Thursday 13th February, protesting against austerity measures and demanding better pay and conditions.
Emmy Awards Postponed to 2024 Amid Hollywood Strikes
The 75th Primetime Emmy Awards face a significant delay into 2024 due to ongoing Hollywood strikes, disrupting the traditional autumn calendar for the prestigious television ceremony.
Cuba's Prison Forced Labour Scandal Exposed
A damning new report uncovers systematic forced labour in Cuban prisons, with inmates compelled to produce lucrative export goods like cigars and charcoal under brutal conditions for the state's profit.
Colbert's Emmy Plea: Hollywood Must Rehire Staff
Late-night host Stephen Colbert issues a stark warning to Hollywood studios at the 2024 Emmys, demanding they rehire striking production staff before next year's ceremony or face a potential boycott from industry stars.
RMT mocks stranded London commuters from Majorca beach
The RMT union faces a massive backlash after posting a 'cheeky' holiday photo from Majorca, taunting London Underground travellers hit by a crippling 24-hour strike that brought the capital to a standstill.
London Grinds to Halt in Major Tube Strike Over Pay
Commuters face travel misery as London Underground drivers, led by union barons, stage a massive strike demanding a pay rise, crippling the capital's transport network.
Lancashire Claim T20 Blast Title in Final-Ball Thriller
Relive the drama, heartbreak, and sheer brilliance of the 2025 Vitality Blast Finals Day. Lancashire Lightning emerged victorious in a rain-affected epic against Somerset, while Northamptonshire claimed the bronze in a day of unforgettable cricket at Edgb
Woman's extreme Tube strike solution: Riding suitcase through London
A resourceful London woman's extreme measures to beat the Tube strike chaos by hauling a wheelie suitcase through the city's streets has captured the public's imagination and sparked both admiration and debate.
France's Biggest Aviation Strike Grounds UK Holiday Flights
UK holidaymakers face travel chaos as France's largest-ever aviation strike cancels thousands of flights. Get the latest on disruptions, airline advice, and passenger rights.
London Tube Strike Chaos: 48-Hr Walkout Proves 'Point'
London grinds to a halt as 48-hour Tube strike by RMT and Aslef unions brings severe disruption, forcing TfL to admit the action has 'proved a point' on staffing and safety concerns.
London Tube and DLR staff announce new April strike dates
Millions of London commuters brace for severe disruption as RMT union members on the Tube and Docklands Light Railway schedule a 48-hour walkout in April over an ongoing pay dispute, threatening a complete shutdown of key services.
Cuba Declares Emergency After Catastrophic Flooding
Eastern Cuba faces a severe natural disaster as torrential rains cause major flooding, forcing mass evacuations and critical infrastructure damage in Santiago de Cuba and Guantánamo.
Tube drivers earn £100k+ as strikes paralyse London
Exclusive investigation reveals London Underground drivers earning over £100,000 annually as RMT union strikes bring capital to standstill, sparking fury among stranded commuters.
Nationwide Blackout Plunges Cuba Into Darkness and Protest
Cuba faces a severe nationwide power cut, plunging millions into darkness and triggering protests. The blackout, one of the worst in recent history, highlights the island's ongoing energy crisis and economic struggles.
Major London Underground Strike Causes Travel Chaos
Commuters face travel chaos as RMT union members on the London Underground launch a 24-hour strike over working conditions and travel concessions, bringing large parts of the Tube network to a standstill.
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