Van driver jailed for killing cyclist while reading paperwork
A distracted van driver who killed a cyclist after crashing while reading paperwork has been jailed. Read the full shocking details of this preventable tragedy.
A distracted van driver who killed a cyclist after crashing while reading paperwork has been jailed. Read the full shocking details of this preventable tragedy.
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Groundbreaking research from the University of Reading suggests that indulging in apple pie could be good for your gut health, thanks to a unique type of fibre that survives the baking process.
The Apprentice star Thomas Skinner reveals his lifelong struggle with illiteracy in an emotional and candid interview, detailing the immense challenges he faced and how he built a successful business against all odds.
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Exclusive: A damning new report from the University of Reading calls for the complete abolition of Ofsted's one-word ratings, citing severe harm to teacher wellbeing and educational quality. The government is now under mounting pressure to act.
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Warsaw unveils a world-first 'express library' metro station, allowing commuters to borrow physical books for free using just their smartphones, blending urban transport with accessible culture.
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Beloved children's author Dame Jacqueline Wilson shares the shocking publishing advice she received early in her career, defying limits to become a literary icon.
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The heartbreaking story of Olly Stephens, a teenager murdered in a planned attack in Reading. Three teenagers have been convicted for their roles in the tragic event that has shocked the nation.
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An NHS doctor reveals the head lice treatments that simply don't work, exposing common supermarket brands and sharing expert-approved elimination methods.
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