Burnham's Social Care Reform Gamble
Andy Burnham pushes social care reform despite decades of failure, risking political capital with tax proposals and NHS warnings.
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Volunteer 'Wombles' Battle England's Rising Fly-Tipping Crisis
Volunteer groups like the Wombles are tackling England's record fly-tipping crisis as incidents rise 10% in a year. Causes include council cuts and rogue operators.
NT Child Reforms Risk Crisis for Indigenous Children, Advocates Warn
NT government's child protection reforms erode Aboriginal placement principle, sparking outrage from 330 organisations warning of deepened crisis for Indigenous children.
UK wildfire map shows areas at highest risk as heatwave continues
Over 700 wildfires recorded in England and Wales this year. An amber heat-health alert is in place. New map shows areas that would be hit hardest.
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Newsom Vetoes PFAS Ban, Handing Industry a Win
California Governor Gavin Newsom vetoes bill banning PFAS in cookware, potentially slowing similar legislation in other states.
Labor's Nature Laws at Risk of Collapse as Talks Continue
Labor's planned overhaul of federal nature laws faces collapse as no deal struck ahead of parliament's final sitting day, risking second failure in 12 months.
Greece to Ban Under-15s from Social Media, UK Weighs Action
Greece announces social media ban for under-15s from January, citing mental health concerns. UK polls show 76% support but scepticism over effectiveness.
Trump Administration Moves US Forest Service HQ to Utah, Closes Research Sites
Trump administration moves US Forest Service HQ to Utah, closes research sites in 31 states, citing need for proximity to Western lands.
Ditch bleach for citric acid to keep toilets limescale-free
Citric acid, a natural substance found in citrus fruits, effectively dissolves limescale in toilet bowls without harsh scrubbing or bleach, according to household expert Francesca.
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Over 200 Wildfires in 12 Days Across England and Wales
More than 200 wildfires occurred in 12 days across England and Wales, with 706 total this year. Risk remains elevated as hot, dry conditions persist, NFCC warns.
Andy Burnham vows to overhaul social care, urges end to politics
Prime Minister Andy Burnham will pledge to transform England's social care system, calling on cross-party cooperation and launching a public consultation to break decades of inaction.
Trump and RFK Jr. Propose Vaccine Program Cuts
Donald Trump and Robert F. Kennedy Jr. have proposed cutting federal vaccine programs, igniting a public health debate over immunization policies.
Progressive Faith Groups Use Religious Freedom Laws in Five Ways
Progressive religious communities are increasingly leveraging religious freedom laws to protect civil liberties, from abortion access to immigrant sanctuary and Native American sacred sites.
Andy Burnham gives £4,500 to Universal Credit households
Andy Burnham has announced £4,500 payments for some Universal Credit households, while the Prime Minister unveiled separate plans on Tuesday.
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Teen speakers censored at tech-backed internet safety event, charity accused
Childnet, a tech-backed UK charity, accused of censoring teenage speakers at Safer Internet Day event by deleting warnings about social media addiction.
North East leaders demand fairer council tax deal
North East leaders call for a fairer funding system as Prime Minister Andy Burnham signals possible council tax reforms, though Downing Street denies active plans to scrap the tax.
Jodrell Bank threat: UK physics in danger
Jodrell Bank Observatory, a world-leading radio telescope facility, faces a threat that could undermine UK physics research, according to a report.
Ben Carroll Calls Royal Commission Into Construction Sector
Ben Carroll's first action as Victorian premier is to call a royal commission into the construction sector, alongside a special prosecutor.
AI Smart Lamp-Posts: Threat or Good?
New AI-enabled lamp-posts in Warwickshire raise fears of hyper-surveillance. Experts question claims, public remains unconcerned.
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Funding cuts put Jodrell Bank under threat, public angry
Hundreds sign petition to save Lovell Telescope after UKRI withdraws £2.8m annual funding, calling cuts short-sighted and false economy.
Neighbour Breaks Hosepipe Ban? Here's What to Do
Hosepipe bans in Wales and parts of England due to dry summer. Learn how to report a neighbour breaking restrictions and who is exempt.
GP walk-in centres 'politics over practicality' doctors claim
Senior doctors say John Swinney's flagship GP walk-in centre scheme is driven by 'politics over practicality', as figures show under 7,000 patients used the pilot service.
No Plans for 'Death Tax' for Social Care Reforms
The Government has stated there are no plans for a 'death tax' to fund adult social care reform, amid speculation ahead of Prime Minister Andy Burnham's speech.
Burnham urged to reform youth sickness benefits now
Prime Minister Andy Burnham must seize a rare opportunity to cut youth PIPs, says Tim Newark, as 87,000 teens claim £194 weekly, more than part-time work.
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Burnham Signals Tighter PIP Eligibility Rules
Andy Burnham has indicated his government could make it harder to claim Personal Independence Payments by tightening eligibility rules to cut the welfare bill.
Geologist Challenges Glacial Origin of Irish Stone Lifting Boulders
Geologist Dr Alan Woolley disputes glacial origin of rounded boulders used in Irish stone lifting sport, suggesting river or marine abrasion instead.
Stockport Bin Fury Over Open Lid Rule Enforcement
Dozens of bins in Stockport were not collected because lids were slightly open, sparking anger and forcing residents to take nappies to the tip.
Dana Kaplan: 7 overhyped places she regrets visiting
Dana Kaplan, 52, regrets visiting Rome, Mykonos, Grand Canyon and more. She suggests alternatives and urges responsible tourism, emphasizing 'white space' in travel plans.
Jodrell Bank faces end in 20 months unless Burnham steps in
The Lovell Telescope at Jodrell Bank will stop scientific work by 2028 after funding cut, a test of PM Burnham's promise to rebalance the country.
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Trump EPA used industry science to weaken formaldehyde rules, documents reveal
Documents show Trump EPA relied on industry-funded studies to weaken formaldehyde cancer protections, reversing Biden-era limits.
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