Category: UK News

Researchers at King’s College London have made a groundbreaking discovery about a potential new use for keratin, a protein found in hair, skin, and wool. They have found that this protein could be used to repair and protect damaged teeth. The study suggests that keratin can create a protective coating similar to natural enamel when… Continue reading Toothpaste made from hair could stop decay, KCL scientists say

Yvonne Hughes, a Glaswegian comedian, found herself in a dark place five years ago when she was planning her own funeral. Diagnosed with cystic fibrosis as a baby, she faced numerous health challenges throughout her life. However, the idea of performing comedy at the Edinburgh Fringe seemed like an impossible dream back then. Speaking on… Continue reading 'I made plans for my own funeral – now I'm on stage at the Fringe'

Minister Dame Diana Johnson has made it clear that shoplifters will not escape consequences for their actions, regardless of the value of the goods they steal. She reiterated this during a visit to Woking, as part of Surrey Police’s participation in the Safer Streets summer program. The initiative, encompassing eleven towns in Surrey, aims to… Continue reading Shoplifters get warning from policing minister on visit to Woking

Ben Godfrey reported from Digbeth that leaseholders at a luxury apartment complex are feeling uneasy after being hit with a historical electricity bill exceeding £200,000. The managing company, Centrick, informed residents at Latitude Apartments in Birmingham about an unpaid British Gas bill from 2014 that needs to be settled by current occupants. Some residents have… Continue reading Birmingham leaseholders hit with 'unfair' £200k energy bill

Kate Whannel, a political reporter, has discussed the latest report produced by the Trump administration, which highlights a decline in human rights in the UK over the past year. The report specifically points out restrictions on freedom of expression and antisemitism-related threats in Britain. The US president’s senior team, including Vice-President JD Vance, had previously… Continue reading US says UK human rights situation has worsened in past year

A shift in police guidance will see an increased emphasis on revealing the ethnicity and nationality of suspects charged in high-profile and sensitive investigations, according to the National Police Chiefs’ Council (NPCC). The aim of this change is to mitigate public safety risks arising from misinformation surrounding incidents with significant public interest. While police forces… Continue reading Police given new guidance on releasing suspects' nationalities and ethnicities

Emer Moreau & Charlotte Edwards are business reporters for BBC News, reporting on the call for free bus passes for under-22s in England to facilitate access to work and education. The recent decline in bus journeys in the country coupled with rising fares has become a hindrance to opportunity and growth in various regions, according… Continue reading Call for free bus travel to help under-22s into work

Rolls-Royce foresees a promising future fueled by small modular reactors (SMRs) to power artificial intelligence (AI), potentially catapulting it to become the UK’s most valuable company. Tufan Erginbilgic, the chief executive, envisions overtaking giants on the London Stock Exchange through their SMR deals with the UK and Czech governments. The demand for energy to sustain… Continue reading Nuclear-powered AI could make Rolls Royce UK's biggest firm, says boss

Over the past half-century, there has been a remarkable increase in the number of individuals surviving cancer. However, experts caution that progress has not been consistent, with certain types of cancers experiencing lower survival rates compared to others. While the 10-year survival rates for melanoma skin cancer have surpassed 90%, the overall survival rate for… Continue reading The deadly cancers left behind by 50 years of success

The Home Office has revealed plans to expand the use of live facial recognition (LFR) vans in England, with seven police forces set to receive 10 new vehicles. These vans will be equipped with cameras that scan the faces of individuals passing by and compare them against a list of wanted suspects, focusing on crimes… Continue reading Government expands police use of live facial recognition vans