Cameron Norrie, the British number one, succeeded in reaching the Australian Open fourth round for the first time by defeating Casper Ruud, the 11th seed, in a hard-fought match. Despite losing the second set to Ruud on tiebreakers, Norrie played aggressively with superior game strategy to win 6-4, 6-7 (7-9), 6-4, 6-3. The 28-year-old will… Continue reading Australian Open 2024 results: Cameron Norrie beats Casper Ruud in Melbourne
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England's sexual health services 'at breaking point'
Local councils in England are warning that sexual health services are at risk of collapsing following a disturbing rise in infections that are threatening to overwhelm the system. Government funding is being called for to address what has been called a “rebound effect” since Covid restrictions were lifted, as well as a long-term plan to… Continue reading England's sexual health services 'at breaking point'
Why Netflix filmed US-based Fool Me Once in the North West
In recent news, the popular murder mystery drama Fool Me Once has become one of Netflix’s most-watched shows, receiving over 37 million streams. Northern viewers may have been excited to see several famous spots from the region featured in the series. This drama is the sixth one by Harlan Coben to be picked up by… Continue reading Why Netflix filmed US-based Fool Me Once in the North West
Fujitsu: MPs seek details on public sector contracts with IT firm
MPs on the Treasury Committee are requesting that 21 public sector organisations, including the Royal Mint, the Bank of England and the Financial Conduct Authority, disclose details about any contracts that they have granted to Fujitsu since the Post Office computer scandal in 2019. In the scandal, prosecutions were wrongly brought based on Fujitsu’s faulty… Continue reading Fujitsu: MPs seek details on public sector contracts with IT firm
Can Rishi Sunak halt growing Tory poll panic?
The Rishi Sunak-led Rwanda Bill managed to make it through the House of Commons with a comfortable margin this week, despite concerns of a possible government defeat. However, it was not all smooth sailing for the prime minister and his team. The same week saw Conservative MPs confronted with reminders of their own political fragility,… Continue reading Can Rishi Sunak halt growing Tory poll panic?
DJ Ace: Radio 1Xtra presenter bids farewell after three decades
After a lengthy career of over 10,000 hours on air and 3,500 shows, DJ Ace, real name Ashley Asomani, is preparing to say goodbye to his 1Xtra microphone. Ace joined the station almost two decades ago in 2002 and has since hosted a variety of shows such as Weekend Breakfast and 1Xtra’s Live Lounge, as… Continue reading DJ Ace: Radio 1Xtra presenter bids farewell after three decades
Primark's accessible underwear helping disabled people 'slay'
High street retailer Primark has launched a line of accessible underwear in the UK, featuring magnetic closures on bras and pants. The four-piece range was developed in collaboration with disabled people and is designed to help people feel more confident and independent. The closures, which include Velcro and clasps at each side of the briefs,… Continue reading Primark's accessible underwear helping disabled people 'slay'
Bridgend: Large fire breaks out at industrial estate
A fire broke out in Bridgend Industrial Estate in south Wales on Friday evening, causing significant damage to a building. Local residents reported hearing a “large bang” before noticing bright orange flames and billows of smoke. The fire appears to have been at industrial building developer Formaction Limited on Kingsway. According to eyewitness accounts, the… Continue reading Bridgend: Large fire breaks out at industrial estate
Universal Credit claims no longer paused while AI fraud checks carried out
The UK government has halted its practice of automatically suspending benefit claims which are flagged by its AI-powered fraud detector, according to a senior official from the Department of Work and Pensions (DWP). The technology is used to identify claims to Universal Credit which may be fraudulent. Previously, the appplicant’s claim would be put on… Continue reading Universal Credit claims no longer paused while AI fraud checks carried out
Norwich: Family of four found dead in house
A family of four, including a man, woman, and two young girls, were found dead by police in their home in Costessey, near Norwich. Norfolk Police were alerted to the situation after receiving a call from a concerned member of the public. The identities of the deceased have not yet been revealed. Det Ch Insp… Continue reading Norwich: Family of four found dead in house