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Jamz Supernova to bring Future Bounce to the Barbican Centre
Jamz Supernova recently announced the lineup for her label showcase of Future Bounce, which will take place on August 9 at London’s Barbican Centre. The event promises to be a celebration of electronic music and its intersection with artistic expression. “Each of these acts’ live performance is art in and of itself,” Jamz said. “Expect… Continue reading Jamz Supernova to bring Future Bounce to the Barbican Centre
Dialled In shares line-up for flagship London day party
London’s The Cause will host a South Asian-focused club night on September 7, promoted by collective Dialled In. The bill will feature DJs including NAINA, MadStarBase, Heems and Haseeb Iqbal, along with lesser-known performers covering world music, electronic sounds and club hits. Dialled In intends to use Arts Council funding to showcase under-represented artists from… Continue reading Dialled In shares line-up for flagship London day party
Giving babies smooth peanut butter could provide lifelong allergy defence
New research from King’s College in London shows that feeding babies and young children smooth peanut butter on a regular basis reduces the likelihood of developing a peanut allergy in later life. Teenagers who were fed the spread up to the age of five were 71% less likely to have a peanut allergy than those that… Continue reading Giving babies smooth peanut butter could provide lifelong allergy defence
Stormont Budget: UUP to vote against NI spending plan
The Ulster Unionist Party (UUP) has announced plans to vote against the budget proposed by Stormont as it is debated in the Assembly. In April, when other executive ministers agreed upon the budget, the UUP’s Health Minister, Robin Swann, opposed it, saying that the health allocation was not sufficient and would put people in harm’s… Continue reading Stormont Budget: UUP to vote against NI spending plan
Reading and Leeds festival announce new stage The Aux
Reading and Leeds Festival have revealed the addition of a new stage named The Aux that will feature a variety of internet personalities and social media stars. The first of its kind stage will present interactive talks, live podcasts, debates and other dynamic, hands-on activities that will showcase some of today’s most popular and culturally… Continue reading Reading and Leeds festival announce new stage The Aux
NHS Scotland waiting lists hit record high
Scotland is facing record high NHS waiting lists with more than 690,000 waits for appointments or surgery care that are non-urgent. Public Health Scotland reveals the number of people waiting for outpatient appointments has stood at 534,178, which is double the pre-pandemic size. The number of in-patients on the list is at 156,108, a slight… Continue reading NHS Scotland waiting lists hit record high
Jonathan Edwards: Former Plaid MP to stand down at general election
Carmarthen East and Dinefwr MP Jonathan Edwards announced his decision not to run in the next general election. The former Plaid Cymru MP was considering running as an independent candidate. However, he decided to step down after “deep reflection.” The MP was suspended from his party after he was accused of assaulting his wife in… Continue reading Jonathan Edwards: Former Plaid MP to stand down at general election
Diane Abbott: Labour race row probe finished last year
An investigation into Diane Abbott over comments she made on racism was concluded in December 2023, according to a report by BBC Newsnight. The senior MP for Hackney North and Stoke Newington was formally warned over her conduct and required to undertake an “anti-Semitism awareness course”. A source close to the member of parliament claimed… Continue reading Diane Abbott: Labour race row probe finished last year
General election: Tories announce 'Triple Lock Plus' pension allowance
The UK Conservative Party has pledged to increase the tax-free pensions allowance via a “Triple Lock Plus” if they win the general election. The proposal would increase the personal allowance for pensioners at least 2.5% or in line with either earnings or inflation. Prime Minister Rishi Sunak stated that the scheme “shows we are on… Continue reading General election: Tories announce 'Triple Lock Plus' pension allowance