Unions: Don't Weaken Safety Rules for Growth
UK trade unions warn the government against diluting health and safety regulations to boost growth, citing risks to worker safety and a potential race to the bottom. Read the full story.
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Universal's £50bn UK theme park approved for Bedford
The UK's first Universal Studios theme park, set to open near Bedford in 2031, has been approved. The £50bn project promises 28,000 jobs and will transform the region's economy. Discover the plans and local reaction.
Hyde Park Winter Wonderland visit ends in Christmas tears
A mother vows never to return to Hyde Park Winter Wonderland after a disastrous visit where Santa's elves turned her child away. Read her story of overcrowding and disappointment.
Universal Studios UK Theme Park Gets Green Light
The UK's first Universal Studios theme park has been granted planning permission near Bedford. The £500m part-publicly funded project promises 8,000 jobs and a £50bn economic boost. Read the full details.
Universal Studios UK Park Gets Government Green Light
The UK's first Universal Studios theme park has received planning permission near Cambridgeshire, promising 8,000 jobs and a massive £50 billion economic boost. Discover the details.
Man's last-minute date change leaves woman horrified
A woman shares her shock after a date suggested meeting at his house while his son slept. She highlights the safety gap in modern dating and urges men to reconsider their plans.
Ofcom fines porn firm £1m over child safety failures
Ofcom issues a £1m fine to a pornography company for weak age checks. As threats like deepfakes and AI chatbots grow, experts demand faster action to protect children online. Read the full analysis.
Odds for next James Bond theme song revealed
Bookies reveal the frontrunners to perform the next 007 theme tune, with Dua Lipa leading the pack and Oasis a surprise contender. Who will follow Adele and Billie Eilish?
Alton Towers Santa Sleepover: A Magical Family Review
Discover how a festive Santa Sleepover at Alton Towers theme park created a magical 'Personal Christmas' for one family, featuring Santa's Grotto, themed rooms and festive fun. Book your experience now.
Porn site fined £1m by Ofcom over age verification failings
Ofcom has issued a £1m fine to adult website operator AVS for inadequate age checks. New data reveals the impact of the Online Safety Act on protecting children online. Read the full report.
London's Square Mile to Miss 2030 Road Death Target
The City of London Corporation is off track to meet its 2030 Vision Zero goal after 57 serious injuries in 2024. Read the latest data and community concerns.
NSW to halve e-bike power after fatal collision
New South Wales announces strict new e-bike regulations, halving power and speed limits, following a rider's death in a collision with a garbage truck. Read the full details.
Inside the 2025 White House Christmas decorations
First Lady Melania Trump reveals this year's White House Christmas theme, featuring a Lego portrait, a gingerbread house, and tributes to Gold Star families. Discover all the festive details.
British Gas Christmas Lights Safety Advice
British Gas engineers offer five crucial safety and energy-saving tips for festive lights. Stay safe, save money, and avoid hazards this Christmas season.
Disney boss wants visitors to stop using phones
Disney creative chief Bruce Vaughn reveals constant phone use breaks the magic. New Meta partnership offers smart glasses solution. Would you wear them?
London's Vision Zero road safety target at risk
New figures reveal minimal progress towards London's 2040 zero road deaths target, with just three fewer fatalities in 2024. Campaigners demand urgent action on speed limits and dangerous junctions.
Mumford & Sons at BST Hyde Park 2026
Mumford & Sons announce their 2026 BST Hyde Park headline show on July 4. Get presale details, ticket prices, and info on their new album 'Prizefighter'. Book your tickets now!
Mumford & Sons to play BST Hyde Park in July 2026
Mumford & Sons confirmed for BST Hyde Park on July 4, 2026. Get dates, ticket details, and full lineup info for the star-studded London summer festival.
Search for man swept into ocean at Big Sur
Authorities in California are searching for a man swept into the ocean at Garrapata State Park, one week after a father and daughter died in the same area. Dangerous conditions hinder rescue efforts.
Manchester synagogue feels unsafe weeks after attack
Members of Manchester's Heaton Park Synagogue speak out on their lack of safety and the 'moral failing' seven weeks after a deadly attack. Read their powerful story and plea for change.
UK's abandoned attractions that cost millions
Discover the incredible UK attractions that never opened, including a £346m British Disneyland and London's £53m Garden Bridge disaster. Explore what went wrong.
Toddler drinks 'disinfectant' from McDonald's Happy Meal
A two-year-old girl was rushed to hospital in Germany after drinking from a McDonald's Happy Meal bottle allegedly filled with cleaning fluid. Police are investigating.
TikTok boss insists AI keeps teens safe from harm
Exclusive: TikTok's Ali Law tells Sky News how sophisticated AI now understands context better than humans, ensuring teen safety despite cutting 400+ moderator jobs. Read the full interview.
US Unveils First Female Crash Test Dummy
The US transportation department has unveiled the THOR-5F, its first female-modeled crash test dummy. This landmark move aims to address safety disparities that have left women at higher risk of injury in vehicle collisions for decades.
Farm worker dies in machinery accident at Cumbria farm
A 61-year-old farm worker was strangled after his clothes got caught in an unguarded hen feeder. His family says a 50p screw could have saved his life. Read the full investigation.
Girl, 12, injured in Kennington hit-and-run
A mother describes the horror of a hit-and-run that left her 12-year-old daughter with severe injuries. New data reveals 433 children are hurt on London school runs annually. Join the call for safer streets.
Cove UK administration puts 11 holiday parks at risk
Major UK caravan park operator Cove UK enters administration, threatening 11 resorts and 250 jobs. Find out which parks are affected and what it means for holidaymakers.
Cigarette Fire Warning After North London Rescue
A woman was rescued from a North London house fire believed to be caused by a cigarette. The London Fire Brigade issues a vital safety warning to all smokers.
Leisure centre charged over 2016 electrocution death
Parkwood Community Leisure Ltd faces charges over the 2016 death of Albert Xhediku, 34, who was electrocuted retrieving a football. Court hearing set for December 2025.
Dangerous toys fail button battery safety standards
Consumer group Choice finds 17 out of 24 children's toys from major online retailers fail mandatory button battery safety tests. Learn how to protect your family.
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