Sadiq Khan, the Labour Mayor of London, showcased his DJ skills to journalists earlier this week as he tried to win over the youth vote in the run-up to the mayoral election. Videos captured him playing a “mini set” at Croydon Voluntary Action that saw him mix Abba’s ‘Dancing Queen’ with Jack Harlow’s ‘Lovin’ On… Continue reading Sadiq Khan DJs at London youth club ahead of mayoral election
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Jamie xx announces 10-day residency at Venue MOT, The Floor
Electronic musician Jamie xx has announced his new residency, The Floor, which will take place over 10 nights in London’s Venue MOT from May 16-25. The Floor will be a “bespoke 10-night London club residency” created by Jamie and the team behind the Bermondsey nightclub, with plans to unveil a totally new space. Jamie has… Continue reading Jamie xx announces 10-day residency at Venue MOT, The Floor
FKA twigs says she’s developing her own deepfake in AI testimony
At a recent testimonial on Intellectual Property, FKA twigs revealed that she is working on her own deepfake version to allow her more time to work on music. She called for more regulation of artificial intelligence (AI) alongside Warner Music Group CEO Robert Kyncl at Capitol Hill. The singer explained that artists should have control… Continue reading FKA twigs says she’s developing her own deepfake in AI testimony
DEA to reclassify marijuana and ease restrictions in the US
The US Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) is planning to reclassify cannabis as a drug with lower risks if approved, according to The Associated Press. The proposal recognizes the medicinal uses of cannabis and highlights it as a drug with less potential for harm than other drugs in the country. Despite the fact that 24 of… Continue reading DEA to reclassify marijuana and ease restrictions in the US
Sheffield school attack: Boy, 17 arrested on suspicion of attempted murder
A 17-year-old boy has been detained by police on suspicion of attempted murder following an attack at a school in Sheffield. South Yorkshire Police said two adults and one child were hurt in the incident which occurred at Birley Academy on Birley Lane. The police said officers responded to reports of a “sharp object” being… Continue reading Sheffield school attack: Boy, 17 arrested on suspicion of attempted murder
Covid Inquiry: 'Reckless' to discharge NI elderly without test
The decision to discharge elderly residents from hospitals into care homes without testing them for COVID-19 was criticized as “reckless” by Commissioner for Older People Eddie Lynch during the second day of the public hearings of the COVID-19 inquiry in Belfast. He stated that care home providers and his office were concerned about such patients… Continue reading Covid Inquiry: 'Reckless' to discharge NI elderly without test
DEA to reclassify cannabis and ease restrictions in the US
The US Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) is reportedly planning to reclassify marijuana as a drug with lower risks. This proposed move is being considered to have a positive impact in the US, as there are currently 24 states that have already legalized the use of marijuana for recreational purposes. Even though the Rohrabacher-Farr amendment has… Continue reading DEA to reclassify cannabis and ease restrictions in the US
Hainault: Officer could lose arm after stabbing attack, Met Police say
A police officer has been left with a serious arm injury following a sword attack in Hainault, north-east London, in which a 14-year-old boy was killed. The incident occurred on Tuesday at around 7am, when police were called to reports of a car crashing into a house, followed by multiple stabbings. Four people, including two… Continue reading Hainault: Officer could lose arm after stabbing attack, Met Police say
UK house prices fall as mortgage costs bite, says Nationwide
Nationwide has reported that UK house prices have fallen by 0.4% in April as the rising cost of borrowing puts potential buyers under pressure. According to the largest building society in the UK, the average cost of a home now stands at £261,962, which is four percent below the summer 2022 peak. The figure is… Continue reading UK house prices fall as mortgage costs bite, says Nationwide
Disability: Doctor assumed woman using wheelchair did not have sex
Disabled people in Wales have experienced barriers when it comes to receiving essential healthcare, according to more than 30 adults who spoke with BBC Wales Live. Swansea-based Kat Watkins, who uses a wheelchair as a result of her brittle bone condition, said she had been told by a consultant that she was “a very odd… Continue reading Disability: Doctor assumed woman using wheelchair did not have sex