Category: UK News

A new report by global experts suggests that a fresh and more accurate definition of obesity is needed, indicating that many people are misdiagnosed because they are only measured using their body mass index (BMI). The report argues that physicians should instead consider patients’ overall health, not just their BMI. Those suffering from weight-related medical conditions should… Continue reading Global report urges more accurate definition of obesity than BMI

Inflation in the UK unexpectedly fell in December 2023, the first drop in three months due to a slump in hotel prices and easier costs associated with tobacco. The country’s Office for National Statistics reported a rise of 2.5% during the year to last December, down from 2.6% on the previous month. Although the drop… Continue reading UK inflation dips to 2.5% in December in boost for Rachel Reeves

BBC Newsday had a special guest on their show recently, none other than Dominic Field, also known as The Wiggles’ Tree of Wisdom. This lovable character from the Australian children’s music group has been around since 1991 and has gained a massive following among young kids worldwide. One of the reasons why the Tree of… Continue reading The Wiggles' Tree of Wisdom dances BBC off air

Enid Hollingworth, a woman from Chilwell in Nottinghamshire, was one of 27 people exposed to excess chlorine at Clifford Health Club and Spa in Regent Street, Long Eaton. Mrs Hollingworth was unable to breathe and felt her “lungs burning” while swimming at the club on 7 January. 10 people out of the 27 exposed showed… Continue reading Woman feared for life after chlorine exposure at Long Eaton spa

me in engineering biology, but we’re losing ground.” She adds that “countries like South Korea are absolutely storming ahead in terms of investing and taking this technology seriously.” The report calls for greater government investment in engineering biology, as well as for better regulation to ensure that the potential risks of the technology are understood… Continue reading Fatbergs turned into perfume: Britain's new industrial revolution

The UK government is set to reactivate the Higher Education Freedom of Speech Act, a law that was passed under the previous Conservative government in 2023. The legislation aimed to enforce freedom of speech on university campuses and included controversial new powers which allowed the regulator, the Office for Students (OfS), to fine or sanction… Continue reading Government to implement university free speech law

MPs have called for parents who experience pregnancy loss, including miscarriage, to be entitled to paid bereavement leave under the upcoming Employment Rights Bill. Currently, only those who lose a child after 24 weeks are entitled to two weeks’ paid leave. However, according to a report by the cross-party Women and Equalities Committee, more than… Continue reading 'I went back after three days': calls grow for miscarriage leave

The regional manager of nine nursing homes in Northern Ireland has voiced her frustration with the Department of Health over what she sees as a lack of progress towards reforming the country’s social care system. Linda Graham has called for more consistency and joined-up thinking in the system, arguing that nursing homes should be the… Continue reading Social care in Northern Ireland needs a 'joined-up approach'

Concern has been raised that school trips to Wales could be at risk if a planned tourism tax is introduced. Scouts Cymru said the potential levy of £0.75 ($1) per child, per night, could mean low-income students miss out on camps and overnight stays. Meanwhile, a centre that provides residential courses for pupils from across… Continue reading Tourism tax: Fears schools might ditch Wales for trips in England

Banksy is known worldwide for his unique style of urban art. Despite his popularity, very little is known about the enigmatic artist. Recently, Peter de Boer, a senior youth worker for a deprived area of Bristol, has given the BBC an insight into the artist behind the murals. He invited Banksy to work with young… Continue reading 'I hired Banksy for £50 then painted over his mural'