Out of Touch Lords Face Fury Over Rwanda Bill Block
Unelected peers warned of constitutional crisis as they threaten to derail Rishi Sunak's flagship Rwanda bill, setting up explosive Commons-Lords showdown.
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Modern Horror Evolution: Blair Witch to Hereditary
Explore how horror films from The Blair Witch Project to Hereditary have transformed the genre, creating new subgenres and redefining what terrifies audiences in the 21st century.
House of Lords Faces Radical Overhaul in New Government Bill
In a dramatic constitutional shake-up, the government proposes legislation to dramatically reduce the size of the House of Lords and introduce retirement options for peers, addressing long-standing concerns about the chamber's bloated membership.
NHS newborn screening detects deadly disorder in hours
A groundbreaking NHS screening programme is now detecting Tyrosinaemia Type 1 in newborns just 24 hours after birth, preventing life-threatening complications through early intervention.
Routine blood test reveals incurable genetic condition
Jade, 33, went for a routine blood test expecting nothing unusual. Weeks later, she received a life-altering diagnosis of Hereditary Angioedema (HAE) - a rare genetic disorder with no cure. Her story highlights the importance of recognising unusual sympto
Unelected Lords Block Bill to Scrap Hereditary Peers
The House of Lords has inflicted a major defeat on the government, blocking a bill that would have scrapped the role of Hereditary Peers. This move sets the stage for a fierce parliamentary battle over the future of the unelected chamber.
NHS approves revolutionary sight-saving drug for rare condition
NHS England makes revolutionary treatment for Leber's Hereditary Optic Neuropathy available, offering hope to prevent blindness in young patients.
MPs Slam Unelected House of Lords in Fiery Reform Debate
A dramatic parliamentary debate has erupted over the future of the House of Lords, with MPs condemning the unelected chamber as 'indefensible' and demanding urgent democratic reform for the UK's political system.
House of Lords peers face crackdown over poor attendance
Exclusive: Sweeping reforms could see Britain's 'part-time' peers in the House of Lords stripped of their titles and £342 daily allowance for poor attendance in a major constitutional overhaul.
Tory hereditary peers accused of delaying Grenfell safety laws
Exclusive: Hereditary peers in the House of Lords face a furious backlash for allegedly sabotaging vital fire safety legislation born from the Grenfell Tower tragedy, sparking outrage among campaigners and bereaved families.
Sharron Davies supports Tory peers on trans athlete ban
Olympic swimmer Sharron Davies backs Conservative peers in a new push to ban transgender athletes from competing in women's sports, citing fairness and safety concerns.
Tory and Lib Dem peers accused in 'cash for access' scandal
Conservative and Liberal Democrat peers face accusations of offering paid access to ministers, sparking outrage over lobbying ethics.
Coronation Street actor Tony Peers dies aged 78
Beloved British soap actor Tony Peers, known for his roles in Coronation Street and Emmerdale, has died at the age of 78 after a decades-long career in showbusiness.
Hereditary peers exit House of Lords after 800 years
After 800 years of history, the House of Lords witnesses a pivotal change as hereditary peers make their final exit, marking a new chapter in British governance.
8 UK Babies Born via Three-Person IVF Breakthrough
A groundbreaking IVF procedure has led to the birth of eight babies in the UK, designed to prevent hereditary diseases. Discover how this scientific milestone is reshaping fertility treatments.
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