According to the Social Democratic and Labour Party (SDLP), it is essential to have transparency on what was agreed between the Northern Ireland Executive and the government on revenue raising. This statement follows First Minister Michelle O’Neill’s comments about not having “signed up” to revenue raising as a condition of a £3.3 billion deal to… Continue reading Stormont funding: SDLP calls for clarity on revenue raising plans
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Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney donate £10,000 to fan, 4
The generous Hollywood stars Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney have made a huge £10,000 donation to help fund necessary adaptations to the home of a young disabled Wrexham football fan named Louis. Louis is just four years old and was born with rare genetic condition, TUBA1A, which affects his mobility, causes epileptic episodes and leg… Continue reading Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney donate £10,000 to fan, 4
Pay growth slows but still outpaces rising prices
Newly released figures from the Office for National Statistics show that the pace of wage growth in the British job market has slowed, although it is still outpacing price rises. The statistics cover the final three months of 2023, showing that pay, excluding bonuses, increased by 6.2% compared to the same period a year before.… Continue reading Pay growth slows but still outpaces rising prices
Renal cancer patient is NI's first to get 'innovative' radiotherapy
For the first time in Ireland, a patient suffering from renal cancer has undergone a specialized radiotherapy treatment. Surgery was not a viable option for Patrick Magee of County Down due to pre-existing health conditions. Therefore, the SABR treatment (Stereotactic Ablative Body Radiotherapy) was implemented for his care. In the past, radiotherapy was not a… Continue reading Renal cancer patient is NI's first to get 'innovative' radiotherapy
AI: UK chip designer Arm sees shares almost double
Arm Holdings, a UK-based chip design firm, has seen a dramatic increase in its stock market value as investors bet on the artificial intelligence (AI) boom. Financial results released by the company last week showed that demand for AI-related technology is leading to increased sales. Previously purchased by Japan’s SoftBank in 2016, Arm’s shares have… Continue reading AI: UK chip designer Arm sees shares almost double
Declan McKenna: 'I realised I don't have to be serious'
Declan McKenna’s third album, “What Happened To The Beach,” marks a departure from his previous politically charged lyrics. The singer has traded in weighty topics for a magical adventure of sonic experimentation and lyrical playfulness. The album reflects McKenna’s rediscovery of making music just for fun, and the pivot away from political issues came after… Continue reading Declan McKenna: 'I realised I don't have to be serious'
Paraquat pesticide maker used “weak” data on Parkinson’s
Syngenta, the chemical manufacturer, has been accused of disregarding key health records in studies under legal action over its alleged link to Paraquat and Parkinson’s Disease. The company denies any connection between the two but evidence shows that it only scrutinised death certificates and not medical records of workers at its Widnes site. Parkinson’s Disease… Continue reading Paraquat pesticide maker used “weak” data on Parkinson’s
Newspaper headlines: Labour 'axes' candidate and 'Corrie Ken's £550k tax bill'
Labour has withdrawn support for Rochdale by-election candidate Azhar Ali after comments he made about Israel were uncovered by the Daily Mail as part of his past antisemitic conduct. The paper reports that Mr Ali was suspended from the party following an investigation into his comments, which claimed Israel deliberately permitted Hamas to massacre its… Continue reading Newspaper headlines: Labour 'axes' candidate and 'Corrie Ken's £550k tax bill'
Swansea: New mothers worry as Welsh language schools fill up
Mothers in Swansea are worried that Welsh language schools will not have space for their children. Bethan Packer and her sister Carys Williams both worry about convincing their non-Welsh speaking partners that Welsh medium schools are the right choice. The Welsh government has said it plans to increase the number of Welsh learners in Swansea… Continue reading Swansea: New mothers worry as Welsh language schools fill up
'We want Paisley to succeeed': Can £100m save a Scottish high street?
Recent years have seen a decline in high streets across Scotland, with online shopping and out-of-town retail parks contributing to the issue. One of the hardest hit areas has been Paisley, in Renfrewshire, where major brands like M&S, McDonald’s, and Argos have left the town centre. However, the area has received investments worth a total… Continue reading 'We want Paisley to succeeed': Can £100m save a Scottish high street?