Mark Steel, a 63-year-old comedian, writer, and podcaster, has shared his experience of surviving throat cancer and his immense relief at being given the all-clear by doctors. Steel first shared his diagnosis in October 2020 and has since undergone successful treatment. He praised the staff at University College London Hospital for being “astoundingly fantastic” throughout… Continue reading Mark Steel: Comedian 'immensely relieved' to be cancer-free as he praises doctors
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Labour must rebuild trust with Muslim voters, says senior MP
Labour’s deputy campaign coordinator, Ellie Reeves, has acknowledged that the party needs to regain the trust of Muslim voters following a recent backlash over its stance on Gaza. The party’s position on the Israel-Hamas war seems to have resulted in a significant reduction in support in Muslim areas during England’s local elections earlier this year.… Continue reading Labour must rebuild trust with Muslim voters, says senior MP
Southern Water outage works continue overnight
Over 30,000 properties in Sussex are without water as a result of a burst pipe in isolated woodland. The issue, which began on Thursday, has impacted customers in St Leonards, Hastings, and rural areas around Westfield. Southern Water has assured residents that there is “good progress” on fixing the issue but warns that the disruptions… Continue reading Southern Water outage works continue overnight
‘I couldn’t stop crying’: Co-op Live workers tell BBC of behind-the-scenes chaos
The opening of the Co-op Live arena in Manchester has been beset by issues, with workers involved in the project speaking anonymously to highlight the chaotic events leading up to the venue’s launch. Staff have been left in tears after American rapper A Boogie Wit Da Hoodie’s gig was called off at the last minute… Continue reading ‘I couldn’t stop crying’: Co-op Live workers tell BBC of behind-the-scenes chaos
Ellen Allien shares music video for ‘Lust’
German techno DJ and producer Ellen Allien has released the music video for her track “Lust”, featured in her album “Rave Luv”. The visualiser was produced by Spanish artist Pilar Gost and showcases the transformation of winter Ibiza emotions into music and video. “Rave Luv” marked Allien’s return to her bpitch label with a dancefloor-focused… Continue reading Ellen Allien shares music video for ‘Lust’
Monstera Black and alys(alys)alys embrace ‘Awkward Attraction’ in new EP
Monstera Black and alys(alys)alys have recently teamed up to release their collaborative EP ‘Awkward Attraction.’ The six-track album explores, deconstructs and embraces pop music to operate an unconventional and anticipatory sonic palette. The melodies are intertwined with a darker club-oriented, experimental soundscape to express themes of existence and vulnerability. Monstera Black explains that “‘Awkward Attraction’… Continue reading Monstera Black and alys(alys)alys embrace ‘Awkward Attraction’ in new EP
Cost of living: Side hustle foodies turning homes into takeaways
Matt O’Brien had a passion for cooking meat outdoors, and his hobby has now turned into a side hustle. Matt’s barbecuing skills have turned his home into a pop-up takeaway on weekends in Penarth, Vale of Glamorgan. Matt is one of many foodies opting to take the cheaper and less risky method of setting up… Continue reading Cost of living: Side hustle foodies turning homes into takeaways
Abortion: Women in Wales routinely sent to England for treatment
A woman from Cardiff has shared how difficult it was for her to travel to England for a surgical abortion, which she says increased her trauma. Katie, 35, was pregnant with her first child when a routine scan revealed a significant abnormality, which meant the baby could not survive. Had she had the abortion locally,… Continue reading Abortion: Women in Wales routinely sent to England for treatment
'Tories crushed' as 'rebels kill plot to oust Sunak'
The recent local elections in the UK have resulted in bad news for the Conservative Party, with the worst results seen in over 40 years. The Guardian reported that the party had been “crushed”, causing concern amongst some insiders about the safety of Tory seats. Meanwhile, Tory rebels have abandoned their plan to use these… Continue reading 'Tories crushed' as 'rebels kill plot to oust Sunak'
Local election results 2024: Mayoral results due after Labour notches up key wins – BBC News
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