Robbie Meredith, BBC News NI education and arts correspondent, reported that a mother with a 13-year-old son who has a severe heart condition is advocating for nurses to remain in special schools. The mother emphasized that having a nurse at school is crucial and life-saving for her son, Colin. The Public Health Agency (PHA) is… Continue reading Special schools: Mum's plea for son's school to keep 'life-saving' nurse
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Cardiff University strikes called off as job cuts paused
Bethan Lewis, BBC Wales’ Education and family correspondent, reported that planned strike action at Cardiff University has been halted following an assurance that there will be no mandatory job losses for the current year. A deal was agreed upon by University and College Union (UCU) members after a special meeting between the unions and university… Continue reading Cardiff University strikes called off as job cuts paused
Harrods latest retailer to be hit by cyber attack
Luxury department store Harrods has revealed that it has been the victim of a cyber attack, joining a growing list of retailers facing similar incidents. The company has taken action by restricting internet access at its various locations in response to the attempted breach of its systems. Despite this setback, Harrods has stated that its… Continue reading Harrods latest retailer to be hit by cyber attack
Campaigners call for urgent action over unhealthy baby food
Health experts are pushing for immediate government action to safeguard the nutritional needs of babies and children by regulating the baby food market and limiting exposure to unhealthy, sugar-laden food. The Obesity Health Alliance (OHA) emphasized the need for stronger regulations following a BBC Panorama investigation that discovered deficiencies in key nutritional requirements in baby… Continue reading Campaigners call for urgent action over unhealthy baby food
Firefighters tackle mile-long moorland blaze near Ripponden
In West Yorkshire, firefighters are currently working to extinguish a moorland blaze that spans 1.2 miles (2km) long. The fire erupted near Oldham Road in Ripponden around 12:15 BST, according to the West Yorkshire Fire & Rescue Service (WYFRS). The exact cause of the blaze is unknown at this time, and smoke can be seen… Continue reading Firefighters tackle mile-long moorland blaze near Ripponden
Kneecap: Counter terrorism police investigating Kneecap videos
Abigail Taylor from BBC News NI reports that the Metropolitan Police’s counter-terror officers are launching an investigation into online videos featuring rap trio Kneecap advocating for the death of British MPs and expressing support for Hamas and Hezbollah. The trio, hailing from west Belfast, faced backlash after footage from a November 2023 gig surfaced, where… Continue reading Kneecap: Counter terrorism police investigating Kneecap videos
Surrey woman, 115, becomes world’s oldest person
Ethel Caterham of Surrey has recently become the oldest person in the world, reaching the remarkable age of 115 and 253 days. The title was passed to Ethel following the passing of Brazilian nun Sister Inah Canabarro Lucas, who was 116 years old. Ethel, who resides in a care home in Lightwater, was born on… Continue reading Surrey woman, 115, becomes world’s oldest person
Sycamore Gap accused told police he was framed in feud, jury hears
A man under trial for the controversial felling of the iconic Sycamore Gap tree along Hadrian’s Wall claims to have been set up as part of an ongoing feud. The tree, which had stood as a cherished landmark for over a century, was cut down in a “moronic mission” in the early hours of September… Continue reading Sycamore Gap accused told police he was framed in feud, jury hears
'They wanted $4m': Lessons for M&S from other cyber attacks
Written by: Amy Johnson In the wake of a significant cyber attack on Marks & Spencer, individuals who have faced similar experiences are sharing their stories of being targeted by hackers, shedding light on the distressing aftermath of such events. Sir Dan Moynihan, head of the Harris Federation, recalled their harrowing encounter with the Russian… Continue reading 'They wanted $4m': Lessons for M&S from other cyber attacks
UK weather: Four ways your plants could be affected by spring heatwave
As the UK experiences a spring heatwave with temperatures expected to reach 29C, experts are warning of the impact on plants both indoors and outdoors. While the warm weather may benefit some plants, others could suffer if not properly cared for. Indoor plants are especially at risk from increased temperatures and direct sunlight, causing wilting… Continue reading UK weather: Four ways your plants could be affected by spring heatwave