Controversy surrounds UK Chancellor Rishi Sunak’s handling of the National Health Service (NHS) after new data revealed that waiting list and waiting time targets were missed. Despite this, Sunak defended his NHS record by stating that “we are making headway” and that there has been a fall in the number of people waiting for routine… Continue reading PM defends NHS record as targets missed in England
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Sub-postmistress jailed while pregnant rejects ex-Post Office boss' apology
Seema Misra, a former sub-postmistress who was wrongfully jailed whilst pregnant, has rejected former Post Office boss David Smith’s apology. Smith wrote an email congratulating the team behind Misra’s conviction. Misra was eight weeks pregnant with her second child at the time and was sentenced to 15 months in prison for stealing £70,000 from her… Continue reading Sub-postmistress jailed while pregnant rejects ex-Post Office boss' apology
DJs must declare earnings from streaming website Twitch, CEO confirms
According to Twitch CEO Dan Clancy, DJs who stream on the video platform must now share their earnings with record labels. In an interview with Twitch channel TweakMusicTips, Clancy confirmed that a new “structure” will be put in place, meaning artists must declare their earnings through Twitch’s website. The change will only impact DJs on… Continue reading DJs must declare earnings from streaming website Twitch, CEO confirms
Port Talbot: Tata steelworkers back industrial action
Steelworkers at Tata Steel UK have voted in favour of industrial action in protest against the company’s restructuring plans, with members of the Community union set to begin their own strike ballot. Unite said approximately 1,500 Tata steel workers in Port Talbot and Llanwern backed action against the loss of nearly 3,000 jobs as the… Continue reading Port Talbot: Tata steelworkers back industrial action
Demand sees free dental bus stay in Newcastle for five days
A group of food banks in Newcastle has brought in a special bus to treat adults and children for free due to a shortage of dentists across the UK. Dentaid, a charity offering dental treatment to those living in parts of the country with limited services, said it had made a five-day visit to the… Continue reading Demand sees free dental bus stay in Newcastle for five days
Benga will no longer appear at Coachella after being denied US entry
Dubstep musician Benga, who was scheduled to appear with Skream at the upcoming Coachella music festival in the U.S., has announced he will no longer perform due to visa issues. Although Benga’s team worked tirelessly to ensure his U.S. tour would take place, including dates at the opening and closing weekends of Coachella, he was… Continue reading Benga will no longer appear at Coachella after being denied US entry
Skrillex, Varg²™ and Bladee release new track ‘Is there a place in heaven for boys like me?’
Three prominent artists, Varg²™, Skrillex, and Bladee, have collaborated on a new track called ‘Is there a place in heaven for boys like me?’. The song is featured on Varg²™’s new album, ‘Nordic Flora’, which includes 14 tracks and features artists like Eartheater, Thaiboy Digital, and Joon Gloom, among others. The album is Varg²™’s sixth… Continue reading Skrillex, Varg²™ and Bladee release new track ‘Is there a place in heaven for boys like me?’
Bradford stabbing: Habibur Masum in court over murder of mum pushing pram
A 25-year-old man has been charged with the murder and possession of a bladed weapon of Kulsuma Akter, who was stabbed to death while pushing her baby in a stroller in Bradford, UK. Habibur Masum, from Burnley, appeared at Bradford Magistrates’ Court and was remanded to appear at the crown court on Friday. During the… Continue reading Bradford stabbing: Habibur Masum in court over murder of mum pushing pram
What is the minimum salary for visa applicants and who can come to the UK?
The UK government has implemented stricter salary requirements for visas in an attempt to reduce migration, with most people wanting to work in the UK having to apply through the points-based system (PBS) and earn at least £38,700, nearly 50% higher than the previous minimum of £26,200. This threshold does not apply to some jobs… Continue reading What is the minimum salary for visa applicants and who can come to the UK?
Charisse C releases debut EP ‘EVERGREEN’
Charisse C, an Amapiano powerhouse, has released her first EP entitled ‘EVERGREEN’. The EP is a production collaboration among DJ Kwamzy, a Ghanaian-British producer and South African’s Shazmicsoul, known for their Soulful House beats. The creation of the ep was marked by the launching of the label “Abantu”, which is owned by Charisse C herself,… Continue reading Charisse C releases debut EP ‘EVERGREEN’