John Oliver on fetal personhood: 'It effectively treats women as incubators'
John Oliver discusses fetal personhood laws, which treat fetuses as persons, leading to criminal charges against pregnant women, including miscarriage cases.
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Monty Hall twist: when sticking beats switching
In a new twist on the Monty Hall problem, if you want the golden goat, you should stick with your initial choice, not switch, as switching reduces your odds of winning it to 1/3.
New vaping laws to be introduced from end of October
From 29 October, selling vapes to under-18s becomes illegal, with fines up to £2,500. Promotional sales and proxy purchasing are also banned.
Labour destroying UK farming – Burnham offers only smoke and mirrors
Labour's policies are causing the collapse of British farming, says Esther McVey, with self-sufficiency at 60% and record farm closures. Burnham's £65m drought package is dismissed as recycled support.
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Reform's £50bn welfare cut plan: Jenrick warns of betrayal
Reform UK unveils 50-page blueprint to cut £50bn from welfare, including banning foreign nationals from most benefits, as spending hits £407bn by 2030.
UK Gel Nail Ban: TPO Ingredient Rules Now in Force
New UK cosmetic regulations banning TPO in gel nail polishes took effect August 15, but experts say salon clients won't notice changes.
Packham labels Clarkson 'agitator' as feud rumbles on
Chris Packham has called Jeremy Clarkson an 'agitator' in a new interview, escalating their ongoing feud over farming practices.
Flights may be grounded to protect passengers from solar radiation
Researchers warn that solar flares could ground or reroute flights to protect passengers from radiation, following a major study and recent incidents.
Who automatically qualifies for Blue Badge? Full list
More than 235,700 Scots hold a Blue Badge. Some automatically qualify without a mobility assessment. Here is the full list of automatic eligibility criteria.
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MSP: North Sea drilling 'indefensible' as Rosebank consultation closes
Central Scotland list MSP Gillian Mackay has insisted governments are weakening their response to the climate crisis as the public consultation on the Rosebank oil field closes today.
Burnham warned 2030 ban will cripple economy
Andy Burnham has been warned that the 2030 ban on petrol and diesel cars will 'cripple the economy', as the government consults on lowering zero-emission sales targets.
Reform UK to ban foreign nationals from most UK benefits
A Reform UK government would ban foreign nationals from claiming almost all benefits, saving £21bn a year by year five, with limited exceptions.
Stop Boiling Rice in Water: Try This Flavourful Swap
Culinary expert Andrea Vaughan suggests cooking rice in chicken broth instead of water for a richer, saltier taste. This simple substitution adds savoury depth to any dish, making rice more delicious. Rinse rice, boil with stock cube, simmer 15-20 minutes
DWP confirms all PIP assessments will be audio recorded
The DWP has confirmed that all PIP and other health assessments will be audio recorded as standard, unless claimants opt out, to improve transparency and trust.
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Drive to build 1.5m homes slowed by Iran war, minister claims
Housing minister Matthew Pennycook says the Iran conflict has dampened demand, as the Government reaches just over a quarter of its 1.5 million homes target after two years.
Burnham faces North Sea oil decision trap
PM Andy Burnham must decide on Jackdaw and Rosebank oil fields, facing backlash from left or right. A no-win choice that could spark his first leadership revolt.
Michael Sheen Investigates Pollution Scandal in New Show
Michael Sheen fronts a furious investigation into a pollution scandal in a new TV programme airing tonight. The show exposes environmental wrongdoing and its impact on communities.
POLL: Should the Government step in to protect pubs?
Housing Secretary Angela Rayner unveils planning rules to protect pubs, closing at nearly two per day, with 794 lost this year.
UK mulls bans on pools and window cleaning to save water
Ministers consider tough new water restrictions, including bans on car washes, swimming pools, and window cleaning, despite forecast rain, as drought fears persist.
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Solar farm plans to power 16,400 Darlington homes submitted
Elgin Energy has submitted plans for a 38-megawatt solar farm in Hurworth Moor, which could generate enough renewable electricity to power up to 16,400 Darlington homes.
Child-like sex dolls could be banned in England and Wales
Child-like sex dolls could be outlawed in England and Wales under a proposed law after a paedophile imported one from China. Liberal Democrat MP Munira Wilson aims to close a 'dangerous' legislative gap.
Reform UK PIP Scrapping Plans Could Affect Millions
Reform UK proposes scrapping PIP for working-age adults, with 2.89m claimants facing modified or withdrawn payments under new plans.
Reform UK to Ban Foreign Nationals from Welfare in £50bn Plan
Reform UK will ban foreign nationals from welfare, saving £50bn a year. The party's Treasury spokesman Robert Jenrick will outline plans at a press conference today.
Alan Titchmarsh's vital August advice to avoid neglecting your garden
Alan Titchmarsh shares vital August gardening tips: water plants in the evening, prioritize containers, and avoid watering lawns to help gardens recover from heatwaves.
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Alan Titchmarsh: Water Garden Every Evening in August
Alan Titchmarsh advises watering plants every evening in August so they absorb moisture overnight, focusing on containers and avoiding lawns.
Thames Water £1m bonus shows broken system
Thames Water awarded new finance chief Steve Buck a £1m signing-on payment despite near-collapse, drought and sewage crises, highlighting systemic failures in UK water management.
Rosebank consultation closes ahead of UK Government decision
The Rosebank oil field consultation has closed, with developers Adura calling it a 'major step' before a UK Government decision on the project.
New Homes Near Stations and Pub Protections in Planning Overhaul
Angela Rayner unveils planning overhaul to fast-track homes near stations and protect pubs, aiming for 1.5 million homes by 2029.
Rayner relaxes planning rules for homes near stations
Angela Rayner has published planning reforms that include default approval for new homes within 800 metres of well-connected stations, aiming to boost housing supply.
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Historic parks 'at risk' after planning reforms
Andy Burnham has been warned England's historic green spaces are in danger of 'destruction' after planning reforms stripped The Gardens Trust of its statutory consultee status.
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