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Mohammed Abbkr sentenced for setting worshippers alight
A man who carried out two attacks on worshippers outside mosques has been given an indefinite hospital order. Mohammed Abbkr, aged 29, sprayed petrol before setting alight Hashi Odowa, 82, and Mohammed Rayaz, 72, in London and Birmingham in February and March last year. Abbkr’s sentencing was delayed while judges ordered a psychiatric test. He… Continue reading Mohammed Abbkr sentenced for setting worshippers alight
US Justice Department to sue Live Nation in antitrust lawsuit
The parent company of Ticketmaster, Live Nation, is reportedly facing an antitrust lawsuit from the US Justice Department. The lawsuit, which is expected to be filed next month, follows complaints about Live Nation’s alleged monopoly over the ticketing industry, “exorbitant” fees and high ticket prices. Live Nation and Ticketmaster merged in 2010 and now reportedly… Continue reading US Justice Department to sue Live Nation in antitrust lawsuit
Post Office Nick Read boss cleared of misconduct claims
An external investigation launched on behalf of the Post Office has cleared its CEO, Nick Read, of allegations of misconduct. The company’s board has given its full support to Read in the wake of the investigation. The government has also indicated its confidence in his leadership. The charges were brought to the attention of a… Continue reading Post Office Nick Read boss cleared of misconduct claims
UK inflation falls as meat and crumpet prices drop
Data from official figures reveal that inflation has fallen to its lowest level in two-and-a-half years, primarily driven by slow food price increases. According to the statistics, the prices rose by 3.2% in March, which decreased from 3.4% in February. The cost of household items such as cleaning products, furniture, crumpets, chocolate biscuits, and meat… Continue reading UK inflation falls as meat and crumpet prices drop
Kasra V launches new imprint V-Sion with nine-track compilation record
Kasra V, the Iran-born producer based in London, has launched V-Sion, a new imprint with its first release being a nine-track compilation record. The compilation album, named ‘10:10 Kasra V presents 10 years on NTS Radio’, celebrates Kasra V’s 10-year residency, doing shows that air on London radio station NTS Radio. The record is set… Continue reading Kasra V launches new imprint V-Sion with nine-track compilation record
Speech and language: More children waiting for therapy – report
Speech and language therapy (SLT) is critical and plays a vital role in shaping a child’s future communication skills. However, a concerning report has shown that children in Northern Ireland are facing prolonged wait times for such therapy. Concerns were brought to light by Emma Adams, who sought help for her son, Henry, after noticing… Continue reading Speech and language: More children waiting for therapy – report
Lord Cameron to hold talks in Israel to urge against war with Iran
Lord Cameron, the UK foreign secretary, has urged Israel to show restraint amid tensions in the Middle East, ahead of his talks with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. Following Iran’s missile and drone attack over the weekend, Israel has vowed to retaliate and Lord Cameron is set to push for Israel to rein in the… Continue reading Lord Cameron to hold talks in Israel to urge against war with Iran
Paedophiles could be stripped of parental rights under new law
The UK government has agreed to consider a new law that would eliminate parental rights for convicted paedophiles guilty of the most serious sexual offences against children. The proposed legislation comes in response to the case of a woman who spent £30,000 on legal fees in an attempt to prevent her ex-husband, a convicted paedophile,… Continue reading Paedophiles could be stripped of parental rights under new law
Lucy Rose couldn't lift her baby – doctors told her to get over it
Lucy Rose, the British singer-songwriter, has revealed the traumatic experience of her rare medical condition pregnancy-associated osteoporosis (PAO) and how it left her feeling isolated and unlovable. She was misdiagnosed multiple times by her GP and given inadequate treatment before finally undergoing a private MRI scan showing she had broken her back in eight places.… Continue reading Lucy Rose couldn't lift her baby – doctors told her to get over it