North East rough sleeping rises fastest in England, charities warn
The North East saw the fastest rise in rough sleeping in England, with a 31% increase in 2025. Charities warn a housing shortage must be reversed to tackle the crisis.
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Burnham and Rayner promise 'relentless' push to end rough sleeping
Prime Minister Andy Burnham visited Newcastle on Wednesday to announce a £442 million funding pledge to get all rough sleepers a bed by Christmas, backed by a 'relentless' national effort.
People's Kitchen praises Burnham's rough sleeping pledge
The People's Kitchen has praised Prime Minister Andy Burnham's 'good priorities' after he pledged £442 million to end rough sleeping by Christmas, offering accommodation and support.
UNESCO backs Jodrell Bank amid funding cuts threat
UNESCO has issued a statement supporting Jodrell Bank Observatory after funding cuts threaten the Lovell Telescope's working future, saying it is 'premature to speculate' on World Heritage status implications.
Met Office power cut warning for 34 areas on Thursday
The Met Office has issued a yellow thunderstorm warning for 34 areas in the UK, warning of possible power cuts and flash flooding from 7pm on Wednesday until 10am on Thursday.
Mum now needs wheelchair full-time after mystery flare-up
Charlotte Crane, 51, diagnosed with fibromyalgia in 2018, now uses a wheelchair full-time after surgery worsened her condition; doctors are unsure of the cause.
Wirral aid worker recalls bomb shelter fear in Ukraine war zone
Anna Fraine, a DEC programme manager from Wirral, describes the desperate reality of civilians in Ukraine and how humanitarian work gave her a new perspective on life.
Woman stops using foundation after £30 spot gel
A spot-prone woman says she no longer needs foundation after using Dr Sam's Flawless Neutralising Gel, a £30 formula with over 1,000 five-star ratings that shoppers call a 'miracle product' for blemishes.
Andy Burnham warns of open water swimming dangers in NE visit
Prime Minister Andy Burnham warned of open water swimming dangers during a North East visit, saying the government can 'always' do more on water safety amid an exceptionally hot summer.
Liverpool mum relaunches school uniform appeal for fourth year
Kate Stewart, 44, has relaunched her school uniform appeal for a fourth year, raising nearly £8,000 to help disadvantaged families in Merseyside.
Over a Quarter of Brits Expect War in UK Within Two Years
A government survey shows 28% of UK residents believe a war will affect their local area by 2028, up from 19% a year ago, as fears of terror and cyber attacks also rise.
NDIS overhaul: major changes to Australia's disability scheme explained
The Albanese government's NDIS overhaul aims to cut participants from 770,000 to around 600,000, with 50% budget cuts to social participation funding from October.
One in Five Win Higher Support After AI Tool Review
Almost one-fifth of older Australians who contested AI-determined home support funding received a higher level of support or priority after human review, new data shows.
Former gambler says Labor reforms won't stop inducements
Jesse Murphy received $43,700 in bonus bets from one company before quitting. He says the government's changes to gambling inducements will do 'absolutely nothing' to stop others being sucked in.
Reform UK's Tice Wrong on Climate and Economy, Says Elliott
Reform UK deputy leader Richard Tice says the UK should stop worrying about extreme heat. Larry Elliott argues this view ignores the economic and environmental costs of the climate crisis.
PM Announces £442m Plan to End Rough Sleeping by Christmas
The prime minister has announced a £442m plan to get rough sleepers off the streets by Christmas, solidifying homelessness as a central policy for Andy Burnham’s government.
Poverty Makes Buying a Toothbrush a Complex Choice
Dr Katriona O'Sullivan responds to Nick Ferrari's comments on toothbrush affordability, arguing that poverty creates urgent priorities that override long-term planning.
Why Has It Taken Britain So Long to End Homelessness?
A former rough sleeper and campaigner reacts to PM Andy Burnham's £442m plan to end rough sleeping by Christmas, sharing her own story and hopes for lasting change.
Frozen yoghurt trend that died in the 2010s is back in London
Frozen yoghurt, once a dominant dessert trend in London, is experiencing a revival with new brands like Go Greek, MYKA, and Yo-Chi opening in the capital.
Andy Burnham Donates 15% of PM Salary to Homelessness
Prime Minister Andy Burnham will donate 15% of his additional £83,837 PM salary to homelessness charities, giving £12,575 annually, and announced £102m in new funding.
Urgent Dog Food Recall Over Eye Issues
Premium dog food brand Years has issued an urgent recall after approximately 192 cases of suspected dry eye in dogs, potentially linked to buckwheat ingredient.
Classical BSE case confirmed in Dumfries and Galloway cow
A case of classical bovine spongiform encephalopathy (BSE) has been confirmed in a cow on a farm in Dumfries and Galloway, with authorities insisting there is no risk to human health as the animal did not enter the food chain.
Ban on Fridges and Freezers at Tips Over National Backlogs
Councils are suspending the acceptance of fridges and freezers at tips due to a national backlog in safe disposal capacity, with some local authorities telling residents to hold onto unwanted appliances.
One Shorts Mistake Men Keep Making, Says Menswear Writer
A menswear writer reveals the most common shorts mistake men make, from fit and length to fabric, and shares the best pairs to buy now for summer 2026.
Swimmers warned to avoid London's first Thames bathing spot over toxic algae
The Environment Agency has warned swimmers to avoid the River Thames' first official bathing spot at Ham and Kingston after a potentially toxic blue-green algae bloom was found.
NIPO Japanese-Brazilian fusion restaurant to open in Newcastle in September
NIPO, Newcastle's first Japanese-Brazilian fusion restaurant, will open on the Quayside in September, bringing a new dining concept blending Japanese precision with Brazilian flavour and hospitality.
Classical BSE case confirmed in cow on Scottish farm
A case of classical BSE has been confirmed in a cow on a farm in Dumfries and Galloway, with authorities stating the animal did not enter the human food chain and posing no risk to human health.
Swimmers warned to avoid Thames bathing spot over toxic algae
Swimmers are warned to avoid London's first official Thames bathing spot at Ham and Kingston after the Environment Agency found potentially toxic blue-green algae, just three months after the site opened.
Sydney Swans' Cultural Exceptionalism a Myth, From the Pocket Argues
A new analysis from the podcast From the Pocket argues that the Sydney Swans' reputation for cultural exceptionalism is a myth, challenging the club's self-narrative.
Australia's Gun Problem: A Shift from No-Guns Reputation
Australia, once famous for having no guns, now faces a potential gun problem, according to a recent opinion piece.
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