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Doctors' Strike to Proceed as Flu Cases Surge

Resident doctors will strike for five days before Christmas after rejecting a government offer. Health Secretary Wes Streeting calls the timing 'irresponsible' as flu hospitalisations soar. Read the full details.

Five-day NHS resident doctors' strike before Christmas

Resident doctors in England will stage a five-day walkout from 17-22 December in an ongoing dispute over pay and job security. The BMA warns the government must act to prevent further industrial action.

Four arrested at Zara NYC Palestine protest

At least four pro-Palestine protesters arrested at Zara's Fifth Avenue store during Black Friday sales. NYPD reports 70 demonstrators in area. Read the latest developments.

Junior Doctors to Vote on Extending Strike Mandate

English resident doctors will vote on extending their strike mandate for six months. A successful ballot could see industrial action continue until August 2026 amid disputes over pay and job security.

Saudi Arabia eases alcohol rules for foreign residents

Saudi Arabia has reportedly eased alcohol purchasing restrictions for premium visa holders and diplomats, marking a significant shift in the conservative kingdom's social policies. Discover the latest developments.

Junior Doctors' Strike Sees Lowest Turnout Yet

NHS chief reveals resident doctors' strike has lowest turnout in 13 walkouts. Service operates at 95% capacity amid ongoing pay dispute. Read the latest on the industrial action.

Doctor strike support dwindles as more work

Support for resident doctor strikes appears to be falling as more medics report for duty during the latest five-day walkout, say NHS leaders. Read the latest on this developing story.

Five-day NHS doctor strike: Public guidance issued

NHS leaders issue public guidance as resident doctors begin a five-day strike across England. Patients urged to attend appointments unless told otherwise. Emergency services remain available.

Streeting's fury at BMA over strikes and NHS future

Health Secretary Wes Streeting accuses BMA of 'cartel-like behaviour' as resident doctors begin five-day strike. He claims union opposes higher taxes but wants others to pay for doctor pay rises.

Sydney arms expo chaos as protesters clash with police

Violent scenes erupted at Sydney's International Convention Centre as hundreds of anti-war protesters attempted to blockade a major arms exhibition, leading to multiple arrests and police reinforcements being deployed.

Highgate locals battle tourist invasion

Residents of exclusive North London enclave Highgate declare war on disruptive tourists as their peaceful neighbourhood becomes overwhelmed by visitors seeking famous cemetery and celebrity homes.

Residents forced to pay £1,200 for play area log

Families in a Lincolnshire village are furious after being charged £1,200 for a simple wooden log placed in a play area, with the local council defending the controversial decision.

Irish leader confronted by protesters in Dublin

Tánaiste Micheál Martin faced heated demonstrations as pro-Palestinian activists and anti-immigration groups converged on Dublin streets, requiring significant Garda presence.

Millionaire's castle protest against non-dom tax raid

Former reality television millionaire leads extraordinary occupation of historic 13th-century castle in dramatic protest against Chancellor's controversial non-dom tax reforms, creating political spectacle in the English countryside.

Residents use forklifts and bollards in street protest

Local residents in Westminster have resorted to dramatic measures, using forklifts and concrete barriers to shut down their street after Ministry of Justice plans threatened their community with increased traffic and security risks.

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