Chelsea flats approved despite 'total darkness' claim
A Chelsea man's daylight loss deemed acceptable as planning committee approves height increase for flats on former post office site, despite claims of 'near total permanent darkness'.
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Man dies after falling from height on Victoria Embankment
A man in his 20s died after falling from a height on Victoria Embankment early Thursday. Police closed the road for nine hours as investigations continue.
Politicians Urged to Open Cool Hubs as UK Heatwave Hits 35°C
Lib Dems call for 'cool hubs' as London hits 35°C; PM Starmer cites climate action at PMQs, while Miliband weighs Jackdaw gas field approval.
Man stabbed multiple times in Enfield; suspect arrested
A man was stabbed multiple times in Enfield after a street fight. Police arrested an 18-year-old suspect following CCTV evidence. The victim's injuries are not life-threatening.
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Keeping Older People Active in Society: Threefold Key
The UK's employment rate for ages 55-64 is falling, while comparable countries see rises. Alan Walker outlines three keys: prevention of ill-health, combating age discrimination, and lifelong learning.
Chemours to pay $450m to settle US 'forever chemicals' case
The Trump administration reached a $450m settlement with Chemours over illegal Pfas discharges, the first federal enforcement action against a major Pfas manufacturer.
UK Warns Climate Crisis Will Cause Food Price Shocks
The UK government warns the climate crisis will lead to severe food price shocks and shortages, but farmers criticize the plan for inadequate funding to address food security threats.
How to talk to your boss about working in a heatwave
With UK temperatures exceeding 38°C, workers have no legal maximum working temperature, but employers must provide a safe environment. Learn how to request adjustments like flexible hours or remote work.
Raneem’s Law Phase Two: Specialists in 12 More Control Rooms
Raneem’s Law expands to 12 more 999 control rooms across England and Wales, with full rollout by 2029, as part of the government’s pledge to halve violence against women and girls.
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Weakening UK net zero policy would damage economy: adviser
Weakening UK net zero policy would damage the economy, warns Climate Change Committee chair Nigel Topping, as report shows renewable energy progress but heat pump lag.
Thousands of schools close early amid record heatwave
Thousands of UK schools are closing or sending pupils home early due to extreme heat, with temperatures expected to reach 40C, surpassing the June 1976 record.
ULEZ cut London air pollution significantly, but thousands still dying
New independent report says ULEZ cut London air pollution significantly, reducing premature deaths by ~40%, but thousands still die annually. Mayor hails evidence as 'overwhelming'.
Supreme Court Blocks Rastafarian's Prison Shaving Lawsuit
In a 6-3 ruling, the US Supreme Court dismissed Damon Landor's lawsuit against Louisiana prison officials for shaving his dreadlocks, citing RLUIPA does not allow damages suits against individual officers.
Trump TPS revocation devastates US healthcare workers
The Trump administration's revocation of Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for Honduras and other countries has forced skilled healthcare workers out of jobs, straining the US healthcare system and upending patients' lives.
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Australia 'sleepwalking' into AI crisis, senator warns
Greens senator Sarah Hanson-Young calls for moratorium on new datacentres, while independent David Pocock presses government on AI copyright rules for Australian content.
Assault on ocean sensors threatens El Niño forecasts
The Trump administration's descoping of the Ocean Observatories Initiative risks crippling El Niño forecasting, warns former NOAA deputy Terry Garcia.
Florida condo collapse started weeks before, report says
The 2021 Surfside condo collapse started with failures weeks earlier, as the building had inadequate structural margins from the start, a NIST report concludes.
Kenya Minister Halts US Ebola Facility Construction
Kenya's health minister ordered a halt to the US-run Ebola quarantine facility after being held in contempt for ignoring a court order. Deadly protests have erupted against the centre.
Hundreds of schools to close in extreme heatwave
Hundreds of schools across England and Wales are closing or altering hours as temperatures hit 40C. Unions warn of dangerous conditions in ageing buildings.
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Crystal Palace stab victim Kamahl Cameron-Williams named
Kamahl Cameron-Williams, 31, died from knife injuries in Crystal Palace. Six arrested, two in custody. Police appeal for information.
Cool home with damp sheet trick from British Gas expert
Hang a damp white sheet in front of an open window to cool incoming air naturally, says British Gas engineer Peter Knowles. Other tips include LED bulbs and unplugging devices.
Jeremy Hunt: Burnham could make NHS most innovative
Former health secretary Jeremy Hunt argues that Andy Burnham, as prime minister, should scrap national NHS targets and devolve responsibility to mayors to boost productivity.
Starmer green record strong but rightwing backlash weakened plans
Keir Starmer's climate policies, core to cost of living, faced attack from Tories and Reform, forcing rollbacks despite strong voter support for climate action.
Five Eyes: AI 'months away' from toppling governments
Intelligence agencies from the Five Eyes alliance warn that AI models capable of disrupting governments and businesses are just months away, urging immediate action.
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London bosses urged to relax dress codes, longer breaks in 40C heat
Acas urges employers to relax dress codes and allow longer breaks as London faces 40C heatwave. Red heat health alert issued by UKHSA for six regions including London.
Southwark family takes council to court over housing queue
A Southwark family with two severely autistic children is taking the council to court after allegedly being moved down the emergency housing waiting list.
UK Heatwave: Your Legal Rights at Work During Extreme Heat
As UK temperatures hit 38°C, workers have no legal maximum temperature but employers must ensure safety. Lime Solicitors explains rights on dress codes, flexible hours, and duty of care.
Bin collection rules change in UK heatwave: put bins out by 6am
Councils advise putting bins out earlier, with collections starting at 5am, to protect crews and vehicles during extreme heat. Amber warnings issued as temperatures could hit 38C.
London schools unlikely to close despite 38C heatwave
As UK temperatures hit 38C, London schools remain open with no formal closures. Teachers and unions urge maximum temperature rules, but DfE guidance advises keeping schools open.
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Guardian view on nicotine: addiction without harm is not safe
The UN may ban nicotine by 2028. While cigarettes are deadly, pure nicotine carries less risk, but regulators fear targeting children and addictive harm.
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