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UK Sick Leave Crisis: 44% More Workers Off Ill

Britain faces a growing workplace health crisis as long-term sickness absence soars, with business leaders warning of economic consequences and calling for urgent government action.

Indian uni demands period proof from female staff

A prestigious Indian university has sparked fury after demanding female employees provide photographic evidence of their sanitary pads when complaining of period-related fatigue, in a controversial new attendance policy.

Vick Hope 'bricking it' about post-baby work return

BBC Radio 1 presenter Vick Hope shares candid fears about returning to work after maternity leave as she prepares to host Glamour Women of the Year Awards, opening up about motherhood realities in refreshingly honest interview.

Man Utd youngsters Garnacho & Mainoo get compassionate leave

Manchester United's rising stars Alejandro Garnacho and Kobbie Mainoo have been granted compassionate leave, casting doubt on their availability for upcoming Premier League matches as Erik ten Hag shows support for his young talents during personal challe

Teacher on sick leave investigated over TV cooking shows

A comprehensive investigation has been launched after a secondary school teacher, officially on long-term sick leave, was discovered appearing as a contestant on multiple television cooking programmes, raising serious questions about sick pay regulations

UK's 10-Year Settlement Rule Sparks Outcry

The UK government faces mounting criticism over controversial plans to extend the settlement qualification period from 5 to 10 years, with campaigners warning it creates a 'two-tier immigration system' and unfairly targets vulnerable migrants.

Sabalenka and Swiatek lose WTA ranking points

Tennis stars Aryna Sabalenka and Iga Swiatek face significant ranking point deductions as WTA implements new maternity and injury protection rules, creating major shifts in women's tennis hierarchy.

River Island extends returns to January 2025

River Island revolutionises fashion shopping with extended returns window allowing purchases made now to be returned until January 2025 - here's everything you need to know.

Motherhood's Hidden Cost: UK's Broken System

An investigation reveals how inadequate maternity pay, inflexible working conditions, and soaring childcare costs are pushing mothers out of the workforce, creating a silent crisis in British families.

Racist stabber gets extended prison sentence

A violent thug who brutally stabbed a refugee in what police described as a racially aggravated attack has been handed an extended prison sentence at Manchester Crown Court.

Labour's education reforms face Blunkett warning

Former Education Secretary David Blunkett warns Labour's ambitious education reforms must withstand political pressure as Bridget Phillipson prepares sweeping changes to curriculum and school day.

McDonald's extends breakfast hours across UK

Fast food giant McDonald's announces significant breakfast service extension with earlier starts and later finishes, responding to customer demand for more flexible morning dining options.

Jasmine Hemsley breastfed daughter until age four

Wellness advocate and TV chef Jasmine Hemsley has ignited a fierce online discussion about extended breastfeeding after sharing her personal journey of nursing her daughter until she was four years old.

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