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Trump Officials Blocked Biden Team from Covid Data

A damning congressional report uncovers how Trump appointees deliberately obstructed the incoming Biden administration's access to vital pandemic response data, potentially hampering the early Covid-19 fight.

UK Alert: New 'FLiRT' Covid Variant in 5 Regions

Health officials issue a stark warning as the highly transmissible KP.2 'FLiRT' Covid variant, a descendant of the JN.1 Omicron strain, is detected and spreading across five UK regions. Experts advise on symptoms and protection.

GCSE Results 2024: Top Grades Dip as Normality Returns

The 2024 GCSE results are in, revealing a significant drop in top grades as grading returns to pre-pandemic standards. Discover the national trends, subject performances, and reactions from education leaders.

Gove's GCSE resit policy legacy exposed in results

New GCSE results reveal how Michael Gove's controversial resit policy has created a 'broken system' of educational inequality, with disadvantaged students bearing the brunt of persistent failure rates in English and maths.

iOS 18 to Revolutionise iPhone Notifications with AI

Apple's upcoming iOS 18 update will transform how iPhone users manage notifications with unprecedented customisation options and AI-powered prioritisation, marking the biggest alert overhaul in years.

UK COVID Hospitalisations Surge 24% in a Week

Exclusive: New data reveals a sharp rise in UK COVID-19 hospital admissions and cases, driven by the FLiRT variants, putting fresh strain on NHS services ahead of winter.

Bannon: Newsom Runs Troll Farm to Target Trump

In a stunning political revelation, Steve Bannon admits to a covert social media operation masterminded by California Governor Gavin Newsom, designed to troll and undermine Donald Trump, exposing the dark arts of digital campaigning.

Novartis Accused of Exploiting WHO Scheme in Africa

An explosive investigation reveals how pharmaceutical giant Novartis leveraged a WHO-led initiative to push its expensive cancer drug in Nigeria and Kenya, raising serious ethical concerns about Big Pharma's role in public health.

Pandemic's 'Profound' Toll on London's Children

Exclusive: Leading health experts from the London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine reveal the devastating and long-term impact of the pandemic on London's children, from mental wellbeing to physical health and development.

UK Doctors Urge Covid Jabs for All Children Aged 5-11

The Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health updates its official stance, strongly recommending vaccination for healthy children aged 5-11 amid rising hospitalisations and new variant concerns.

Qantas fined £66m for pandemic staff sackings

Australia's national airline Qantas has been slapped with a hefty fine for unlawfully dismissing workers during the COVID-19 crisis. Discover the full story behind this controversial decision.

UK rental prices surge post-pandemic

Rental prices across the UK have surged dramatically since the pandemic, leaving tenants struggling with affordability. Discover the key factors driving this crisis and what it means for renters.

Maths skills decline post-pandemic in UK schools

A new study highlights a concerning drop in maths proficiency among students in England, Wales, and Northern Ireland following the COVID-19 pandemic, raising alarms over long-term educational impacts.

Sturgeon 'on brink of breakdown' after Covid Inquiry

Former Scottish First Minister Nicola Sturgeon was reportedly left emotionally shattered after her gruelling testimony at the UK Covid Inquiry, with sources claiming the intense scrutiny drove her to the edge of a breakdown.

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