'You're quite openly Jewish': Met apologises after comment by officer near pro-Palestine demo
itv.com/news/london/2024-04-19/met-apologises-after-youre-quite-openly-jewish-comment-by-officer
Conservative Susan Hall, Sadiq Khan's top rival, has made clear the most important issues she wants to tackle if she’s elected next month 🗳 metro.co.uk/2024/04/19/susan-halls-manifesto-london-mayoral-election-2024-20678788/
Rishi Sunak's Long-Term Sick Leave and Disability Benefits Speech: Hi there, I’m Ailbhe Rea, a Bloomberg UK Associate Editor based in Westminster ...
bloomberg.com/news/newsletters/2024-04-19/rishi-sunak-s-long-term-sick-leave-and-disability-benefits-speech
Farewell to stock exchanges — fire is not their only enemy: Technology and modernisation were transforming these financial monuments even before the Copenhagen ...
ft.com/content/ebfa4c14-172c-4b40-8246-03484f831455
‘This is England’ Man launches into racist tirade on packed train : Passengers on service said they were abused by group on train after men got on at London ...
independent.co.uk/news/uk/crime/train-racist-rant-london-bridge-police-b2531380.html
Prolific phishing-made-easy emporium LabHost knocked offline in cyber-cop op: Police emit Spotify Wrapped-style videos to let crims know they're being hunted
theregister.com/2024/04/18/police_lab_host/
Harry Styles’ stalker gets prison sentence, decade-long concert ban: The stalker who allegedly sent Harry Styles 8,000 cards in less than a month is headed in ...
nydailynews.com/2024/04/18/harry-styles-stalker-gets-prison-sentence-decade-long-concert-ban/
Quick Glance: Harry Styles' Stalker banned from Gigs and London
- The 35-year-old Myra Carvalho was sentenced for stalking Harry Styles and sending him 8,000 cards.
- She received a 14-week prison sentence and a 10-year restraining order regarding Styles.
- Carvalho was instructed not to attend any event where Harry Styles is performing and could not enter a part of North West London.
- In addition to the penalties, she had to pay a victim surcharge of £134 and was prohibited from contacting Styles directly or indirectly.
Benja, a baby southern white rhino frolics around its 21-acre paddock in the spring sunshine alongside its mother, Jaseera, at Whipsnade Zoo, north of London ... Show more
UK set for next mini-heatwave within days as England 'breaks 20C barrier': Maps from WX Charts turn orange from April 26, with the UK set to break the 20C ...
birminghammail.co.uk/news/midlands-news/uk-set-next-mini-heatwave-29022823
UK freezes London property linked to Putin ally after ICIJ report - ICIJ: Since Russia invaded Ukraine in 2022, the U.K. government has faced criticism for ...
icij.org/investigations/pandora-papers/uk-freezes-london-property-linked-to-putin-ally-after-icij-report/
Quick Glance: UK Reacts to ICIJ Report on London Property of Putin Ally
- The UK government froze the multimillion-dollar London property roughly a week after the International Consortium of Investigative Journalists unveiled its connection to Igor Komarov and its seemingly untouched status by sanctions against the high-ranking Kremlin official.
- In February, the ongoing relationship between Komarov and the prime central London townhouse on Herbert Crescent, purchased for over $16.5 million through a British Virgin Islands-based shell company he previously managed, was highlighted.
- An update was made on April 5 regarding the Companies House records for Wastom, aligning with the ROE filings.
Boys told to pay parents back for killing more than 20 animals: The judge said: 'It is well you are not adults because you would have faced a significant ...
metro.co.uk/2024/04/19/boys-told-pay-parents-back-killing-20-animals-20678579/
Nicola Sturgeon describes Peter Murrell police charge as 'incredibly difficult': Former SNP chief executive Peter Murrell was charged in connection with ...
standard.co.uk/news/politics/nicola-sturgeon-peter-murrell-charge-arrest-snp-police-scotland-b1152621.html
Quick Glance: Police Investigation into SNP Finances: Key Updates
- On Thursday, the re-arrest of Peter Murrell, the husband of Nicola Sturgeon, took place as part of the police investigation into the SNP’s finances.
- Murrell, aged 59, was apprehended and underwent interrogation by detectives.
- The arrest occurred slightly more than a year subsequent to the search conducted by Police Scotland officers at the couple’s residence, where a blue tent was set up outside the property, alongside searches at the SNP’s headquarters in Edinburgh.
- In April 2024, Peter Murrell was charged with 'embezzlement' of funds from the SNP.
Helen Chandler-Wilde: Tories Win Silver: Hi, it’s Helen Chandler-Wilde, a UK reporter in London. Hope you enjoy today’s Readout.
bloomberg.com/news/newsletters/2024-04-18/helen-chandler-wilde-tories-win-silver
GPs may reportedly lose power to give sick notes to force millions back to work 🤒
Police have taken down a gang accused of using a technology service that helped criminals use fraudulent text messages to steal from victims.saudigazette.com.sa/article/642191
Climate conference founder urges more action on clean air ahead of Earth Day : The co-founder of a new sustainability conference in London has urged businesses ...
standard.co.uk/news/london/earthfest-kings-cross-climate-change-earth-day-b1152714.html
Drone program in focus: USA and Great Britain impose new sanctions against Iran: Washington and London react to Iran's major attack against Israel ...
spiegel.de/ausland/usa-und-grossbritannien-verhaengen-neue-sanktionen-gegen-iran-a-c0064177-290a-4c09-9fa5-42115e8ca2a0
UK rental costs rise at record 9.2% : Official figures highlight impact of higher borrowing costs on landlords and tenants
ft.com/content/5ec2740e-5c23-4440-a798-fc5198745d50
The Labour mayor is set to unveil his new manifesto for the capital's mayoral election as he seeks an unprecedented third term 🗳
London mayoral election poll shows Susan Hall closing gap on Sadiq Khan as City Hall race hots up
standard.co.uk/news/politics/sadiq-khan-susan-hall-london-mayoral-election-poll-2024-closes-gap-b1152501.html
No trains on Essex line for 16 days this summer as 150-year-old bridge replaced: Greater Anglia, London Overground and Victoria Line services will be severely ...
essexlive.news/news/essex-news/trains-between-liverpool-street-chingford-9232895
This week, the UK got one step closer to passing the world’s toughest smoking ban.
The crackdown has been welcomed by many — but greeted with nostalgia by ... Show more www.politico.eu/article/rishi-sunak-uk-parliament-tobacco-lovers-see-their-habit-go-up-in-smoke/
EU proposes some free movement for UK young people: The EU Commission says UK and EU citizens under 30 should be able to work or study for up to four years.
bbc.com/news/uk-politics-68848046
A pastor vows to fight Satan’s influence at libraries in comic book hero's hometown
nbcnews.com/news/us-news/metropolis-illinois-library-books-battle-superman-rcna148352
Khan vows to set up ‘baby banks’ across London if re-elected mayor: Charities will offer free childcare essentials such as nappies and bedding, says Khan ...
theguardian.com/politics/2024/apr/18/khan-vows-to-set-up-baby-banks-in-every-london-borough-if-re-elected-mayor
UK retail sales stagnate despite easing inflation: British retail sales stagnated in March despite high inflation easing recently, representing the first time ...
reuters.com/world/uk/uk-retail-stagnated-again-march-ons-says-2024-04-19/
UK's FTSE 100 rises as traders ramp up rate cut bets: UK's FTSE 100 rose on Friday after dovish comments from Bank of England Deputy Governor Dave Ramsden on ...
reuters.com/markets/europe/uk-stocks-dip-middle-east-woes-set-weekly-declines-2024-04-19/
My letter from Chris Packham: I do not know Chris Packham, the BBC nature broadcaster, personally, but he wrote me a letter last month ...
spectator.co.uk/article/my-letter-from-chris-packham/
"The old joke about how do you know if someone is from Yorkshire (they’ll tell you) applies double to marathon runners ... Show more www.standard.co.uk/comment/london-marathon-2024-race-social-media-bragging-b1152585.html
UK regulator says Google's ad-privacy changes fall short, WSJ reports: The UK privacy regulator said Google's proposed replacements for cookies need to do more ...
reuters.com/technology/uk-regulator-says-googles-ad-privacy-changes-fall-short-wsj-reports-2024-04-19/
Byron Society looking to move secluded statue to Hyde Park: Byron Society needs to raise more than £300,000 to move the statue and feel government should help
standard.co.uk/news/london/lord-byron-society-move-secluded-statue-to-hyde-park-b1152495.html
New map shows 'Superloop 2' plans with 5 routes to make journeys quicker: Sadiq Khan has announced a first look at the proposals for the extension which will ...
mylondon.news/news/transport/new-map-shows-superloop-2-29024778
Sadiq Khan promises London Olympics bid and rules out road charging as he launches election manifesto
standard.co.uk/news/london/sadiq-khan-mayoral-election-2024-manifesto-road-charging-olympics-angela-rayner-b1152316.html
Sunak’s disability benefit shake-up means an anxious time for many: Both the Tories and Labour should clarify their election plans quickly
inews.co.uk/opinion/editor/sunak-disability-benefit-anxious-time-3016396
Kate Garraway reveals late husband Derek Draper still receives bailiff threats through the post
independent.co.uk/tv/news/kate-garraway-twitter-derek-draper-baliffs-haringey-council-b2530655.html
Quick Glance: Kate Garraway Fans Outraged Over Post to Deceased Husband
- Kate Garraway reached out on social media to address unsettling post received by her late husband Derek Draper.
- Following Kate's desperate plea, her fans sympathize with her and express outrage over the situation.
- Kate revealed the significant debts she has incurred due to Derek's care costs and discussed the lack of government support.
- Despite Derek's critical health condition and the substantial debt burden after his passing, Kate continues to struggle to receive the necessary assistance.
BBC presenter 'threatened' as she filmed thug shouting racist abuse on London train
standard.co.uk/news/crime/bbc-radio-1-mary-mandefield-london-train-racism-video-police-b1152536.html
Mayor of London Sadiq Khan renews his call for an immediate halt to all British sales of weapons to Israel, citing not only the loss of innocent lives in Gaza ... Show more
SNP MP Mhairi Black criticises the culture of secrecy in Westminster, as Conservative MP Mark Menzies has the whip removed months after the party was first ... Show more #fyp #foryoupage #politics #news #westminster #channel4news
Forced home moves cost renters over half a billion pounds a year: There were 830,000 unwanted moves in England over the past 12 months, meaning 40% have been ...
theguardian.com/society/2024/apr/18/forced-home-moves-cost-renters-over-half-a-billion-pounds-a-year
Susan Hall vows Tube ban for people who don't follow certain rules: People who break the proposed new conditions could face a fine of up to £1 ...
mylondon.news/news/susan-hall-vows-tube-ban-29027964
Boys, 11 and 12, told to pay parents after 'horrific' animal cruelty: The young boys appeared in court after they 'slammed and stamped on' rabbits ...
mylondon.news/news/west-london-news/boys-11-12-pay-parents-29023757
London borough where almost all pupils got their first choice of school: There are seven infant and primary schools in the borough that are rated ...
mylondon.news/news/north-london-news/north-london-borough-almost-pupils-29024429
Store slammed for selling vapes to children 'in school uniform': The store has had its license revoked before for previous run-ins with the law
mylondon.news/news/south-london-news/tooting-store-slammed-selling-vapes-29019193
Nord Stream insurers deny policies covered war risks in UK lawsuit: Nord Stream's insurers have denied that their policies provide cover for gas pipelines ...
reuters.com/world/europe/nord-stream-insurers-say-policies-did-not-cover-war-risks-kommersant-reports-2024-04-18/
Post-Brexit Erasmus? EU proposes free movement for young British people again: The aim is to facilitate youth exchanges between the EU and the UK ...
brusselstimes.com/eu-affairs/1012226/post-brexit-erasmus-eu-proposes-free-movement-for-young-people-again
Tube station reopens after 'human tissue' and blood found on platform: Transport for London (TfL) has confirmed station on the District line has reopened
mylondon.news/news/east-london-news/london-underground-district-line-station-29016627
Hugh Grant settles privacy case against Sun publisher: Hugh Grant says he could have faced a bill of up to £10m if he had gone to court, even if he had won.
bbc.com/news/entertainment-arts-68834392
Man who set fire to UK mosque worshippers indefinitely detained: A man who set fire to two men as they left mosques in Britain last year was sentenced to ...
reuters.com/world/uk/man-who-set-fire-uk-mosque-worshippers-indefinitely-detained-2024-04-17/
Sadiq Khan pledges to continue London free primary school meals for children if he wins reelection
standard.co.uk/news/london/sadiq-khan-free-school-meals-children-london-mayoral-election-b1152191.html
After saying no, EC allows environment ministry to issue green clearances: The environment ministry had sought permission to environmental clearances while the ...
business-standard.com/india-news/after-saying-no-ec-allows-environment-ministry-to-issue-green-clearances-124041800344_1.html
Diesel drivers face 'quick' ban in crackdown as UK makes 'smart move': New research from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero (DESNZ) has found that ...
birminghammail.co.uk/news/midlands-news/diesel-drivers-face-quick-ban-29016988
Inflation in the UK continues to weaken: Consumer prices rose by 3.2 percent year-on-year in March, the Office for National Statistics (ONS) announced in London ...
diepresse.com/18375911/inflation-in-grossbritannien-schwaecht-sich-weiter-ab
Quick Glance: Powell Warns of Lack of Progress on Inflation
- Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell emphasized that the U.S. economy, while otherwise strong, has not seen a return of inflation to the central bank's target.
- Powell mentioned that the current policy should remain in place as inflation has not declined quickly enough and there has been no further progress towards the 2% goal.
- Since July 2023, the Fed has maintained its benchmark interest rate in a target range between 5.25% and 5.5%, the result of 11 consecutive rate hikes.
- Financial markets have had to adjust their expectations for rate cuts this year as inflation has been higher than expected, and the Fed's policy continues to be dependent on data.
Hannah Waddingham scolds photographer who told her 'show your leg': Hannah Waddingham hit back at a photographer while posing for pictures at the Olivier Awards ...
businessinsider.com/hannah-waddingham-photographer-show-leg-olivier-awards-sexism-2024-4
Quick Glance: Hannah Waddingham Confronts Photographer for Sexist Remark
- Hannah Waddingham slammed a male photographer during London’s prestigious Olivier Awards for asking her to show her leg.
- The heated exchange didn’t affect Waddingham’s hosting duties, showcasing her resilience.
- Waddingham’s telling-off went viral, earning praise for her strong stance against sexism.
- The award-winning actress has a history of speaking out against derogatory remarks and has been commended for her courage and determination.
Get ready for some warm weather 🌞 www.mirror.co.uk/news/uk-news/uk-weather-maps-turn-orange-32603308
National Conservatism Conference to resume after being shut down by Brussels police
independent.co.uk/news/uk/politics/national-conservatism-brussels-police-braverman-farage-b2530001.html
Quick Glance: Brussels Police Shut Down Right-Wing Conference with Farage and Braverman
- Brussels police stormed a right-wing conference attended by Nigel Farage and Suella Braverman after orders for the event to be shut down.
- The controversial National Conservatism Conference was closed to ensure public safety.
- Despite police arriving and giving attendees 15 minutes to leave, speeches continued.
- The conference, hosted by Viktor Orban and the Edmund Burke Foundation, aimed to strengthen national conservatism principles in Western countries.
"We've got to be allies to women"
London Mayor Sadiq Khan launches ten point action plan to tackle violence against women and girls as part of his ... Show more
Sadiq Khan and Susan Hall clash over record low number of homes started in London
standard.co.uk/news/london/sadiq-khan-susan-hall-record-low-housing-starts-homes-data-london-mayoral-election-b1152188.html
Muslim pupil loses High Court challenge against school’s prayer rituals ban: The student took legal action over the policy at Michaela Community School in north ...
itv.com/news/london/2024-04-16/muslim-pupil-loses-high-court-challenge-against-schools-prayer-rituals-ban
Yvonne Fletcher: officer seeks private prosecution over PC’s death: Forty years ago John Murray cradled Fletcher as she died. He still fights for justice today
thetimes.co.uk/article/pc-yvonne-fletcher-memorial-police-officer-death-2rjds9jmk
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US submits assurances to UK over Julian Assange extradition, moving case forward again
abcnews.go.com/US/us-submits-assurances-uk-julian-assange-extradition-moving/story
The triumph of Katharine Birbalsingh: There are two questions that need to be asked of any society: what is it that is going wrong; and what is it that’s going ...
spectator.co.uk/article/the-triumph-of-katharine-birbalsingh/
London rapper writes TfL and Sadiq Khan diss track after Tube fine: The TikTok was supported by commenters but some were less kind
mylondon.news/whats-on/music-nightlife-news/rapper-biro-tfl-diss-track-29008859
The car parking loophole to help you avoid parking tickets: More than 3.5 million parking fines were dished out to tradespeople alone last year ...
malverngazette.co.uk/news/24258473.car-parking-loophole-help-avoid-parking-tickets/
Next BoE deputy governor sees rate cuts coming into view, but can't say when
reuters.com/world/uk/next-boe-deputy-governor-sees-two-sided-risks-policy-outlook-2024-04-16/
London house prices fall five per cent — how did your borough fare?: House prices fell almost five per cent across the capital, but some boroughs show signs of ...
standard.co.uk/homesandproperty/property-news/london-house-prices-ons-february-2024-b1152149.html
The real PM? David Cameron is shifting Britain’s stance on Israel: The former prime minister has surprised many in his own party with his stance on the Middle ...
politico.eu/article/uk-david-cameron-rishi-sunak-shifting-britains-stance-on-israel/
Michaela School: Muslim student loses prayer ban challenge: Michaela School was entitled to enforce a ban on prayer rituals, the High Court has ruled.
bbc.com/news/uk-england-london-68731366
Muslim school student loses UK court bid over prayer rituals ban: LONDON: A Muslim pupil lost a UK court challenge Tuesday against a top London school’s ban on ...
arabnews.com/node/2494081/world
UK wage growth slows slightly as Bank of England mulls rate cuts: British core wage growth slowed again, posting its weakest rise since the three months to ...
reuters.com/world/uk/uk-regular-wages-grow-60-3-months-february-2024-04-16/
Quick Glance: Rising Real Earnings Growth Raises Concerns at Bank of England
- An unexpectedly weaker decline in the pace of wage increases has led to real earnings growth reaching its highest level in nearly two and a half years when considering inflation, according to the latest official data.
- Recent official figures indicate that average regular pay without bonuses was at 6% in the three months to February compared to the previous year.
- The broader ONS statistics revealed an increase in the UK's unemployment rate from 3.9% to 4.2%, with caution due to ongoing efforts to enhance the reliability of employment data.
- The forthcoming inflation data expected on Wednesday is likely to demonstrate further progress towards the Bank's objectives and the potential for a decrease from the current 5.25% interest rate.
Why London's Muslim mayor needs the same security as the king: London Mayor Sadiq Khan talks to NPR about being a Muslim politician in Britain — and his fears ...
npr.org/2024/04/17/1244304019/london-mayor-sadiq-khan-muslim
After finally feeling at home I'm being chucked out of my asylum hotel: Zain* was working for NATO in Kabul before the Taliban took over. Now ...
metro.co.uk/2024/04/16/finally-feeling-home-im-chucked-asylum-hotel-20650855/
UK's Superdry unveils restructuring plan, equity raise: British fashion chain Superdry launched a restructuring plan on Tuesday that would result in rent ...
reuters.com/business/retail-consumer/uks-superdry-launches-restructuring-plan-announces-equity-raise-2024-04-16/
Plans to demolish estate heritage sites stall after last-minute intervention: The London Wall West scheme was given indicative approval by the City ...
mylondon.news/news/zone-1-news/london-wall-west-decision-gove-29013829
'Healthy' man wrongly diagnosed with rare cancer died after complex surgery: The otherwise fit and healthy 84-year-old was referred to the cancer pathway at ...
mylondon.news/news/east-london-news/fit-healthy-essex-man-wrongly-29009675
School prayer ban upheld as pupil loses High Court challenge: Judge dismisses Muslim pupil’s claim that the policy at Michaela Community School was ...
thetimes.co.uk/article/prayer-ban-student-muslim-michaela-community-school-7l6h7cndb
Paid articlePaid London mayoral race: Tory candidate Susan Hall forced to defend criticism of free school meals at TV hustings
standard.co.uk/news/london/susan-hall-london-mayoral-tv-hustings-sadiq-khan-free-school-meals-b1151982.html
Muslim student loses High Court challenge against Michaela School’s prayer ban: The school, led by 'Britain's strictest headteacher' Katharine ...
inews.co.uk/news/muslim-student-loses-high-court-michaela-school-prayer-ban-3009051
Quick Glance: Court Rules Against Prayer Ban at Michaela Community School
- Katharine Birbalsingh is the founder and headteacher of Michaela Community School
- A legal challenge by a Muslim student against the school's controversial prayer ban was won by the school
- The court ruled that while the ban on prayer rituals may be detrimental to Muslim students, it is a proportionate means of achieving the legitimate aims of the school
- The court also found that the headteacher was justified in temporarily suspending the student due to rudeness and defiance
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