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Philippa RoxbyHealth reporterGetty ImagesA new strain of mpox, previously called monkeypox, has been detected in a person in England, say UK health officials.The virus is a mix of two major types of the mpox virus, and was found in someone who recently returned from travelling in Asia.Officials say they are still assessing the significance of the new strain.The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) says it is normal for viruses to evolve. Getting vaccinated remains the best way to protect against severe disease – although an mpox infection is mild for many.The new virus strain contains elements of two mpox strains,…
A small group of senior figures at McLaren discuss with the drivers how they are going to approach their racing. They review what happened after each grand prix, and apply the lessons for the following race.This happens in formal meetings, more informal conversations and ad hoc.And they keep building on that process, over and over again.This is all well and good in theory, but it’s only sustainable in practice if everyone sticks to the principles when problems arise, as they inevitably do through an F1 season.In 2025, there have been a number of races where equality and harmony have been…
A Norfolk woman has become embroiled in a dispute with her neighbour over what she describes as “persistent” and “nuisance” noise created by rainfall striking a metal-roofed structure.Mrs NM Rust lodged three separate objections against an outbuilding constructed behind a bungalow in West Winch during July this year.Despite her complaints and opposition from the local parish council, West Norfolk Council approved retrospective planning permission for the building.The 6m by 5m structure, which features wooden beams and dark steel cladding on its roof, stands at 3.4 metres tall.Mrs Rust’s primary concern centres on the sound produced when rain hits the metal…
The national grooming gangs inquiry must extend to Scotland, Kemi Badenoch has told GB News.The Tory leader said that Scotland should be included in the probe after the SNP announced a review into abuse gangs last week.The Scottish review has attracted criticism for lacking independence, while opposition figures have argued it does not mirror the audit conducted by Baroness Louise Casey in England and Wales earlier this year.In a sit-down interview, Mrs Badenoch told GB News national reporter Charlie Peters: “The national inquiry should look at the whole of the UK. “The fact that all this happening in Scotland is…
Prince Harry took aim at Donald Trump for the second time in 48-hours on Friday night. The Duke of Sussex delivered jokes about the US President in separate public appearances last week.Harry appeared as a surprise speaker at a British American Business Council gathering in Santa Monica on Friday, just hours after the World Cup draw had taken place. The royal quipped that football supporters would need to “behave, get through customs and past ICE” to attend next year’s World Cup.Prince Harry took aim at Donald Trump for the second time in 48-hours on Friday night. | GETTYThe 41-year-old Duke…
The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has announced a series of measures designed to boost stock and share investment as part of a drive to reinvigorate London’s struggling market.Britain’s financial services regulator outlined proposals aimed at improving consumer access to investment products while enabling them to make informed decisions about risk.Among the most notable changes is a potential move away from generic “your capital is at risk” warnings that currently appear across investment products to encourage a new generation of investors.Simon Walls, the executive director of markets at the FCA, said: “Today’s measures support investment risk culture right along the spectrum.”The…
Strikes will take place across Greater Manchester on the 19, 20 and 31 December.Greater Manchester tram drivers will be going on strike over the festive period, after workers rejected proposals to tackle driver fatigue.Following an announcement last week, postponing the strikes, around 320 Metrolink tram drivers have now voted to walk out on 19, 20 and 31 December, Unite union has said.Drivers working for KeolisAmey Metrolink Ltd were striking due to concerns of “fatigue, a lack of proper rest breaks and rota patterns” which “put themselves and passengers in danger”, Unite said.Planned strikes on 19 and 20 December will coincide…
Dame Judi Dench has suggested that convicted rapist Harvey Weinstein has served sufficient punishment as she spoke about forgiveness as a core principle of her Quaker beliefs in a new interview.The Oscar-winning actress, who collaborated with Mr Weinstein on films including Shakespeare in Love and Philomena, made the admission as she reflected on seeing footage of the disgraced producer using walking sticks.”I knew Harvey, and I knew him well and worked with him, and I had none of that experience – very fortunately for me,” she told the Radio Times.”I imagine he’s done his time. I don’t know, to me…
Scientists have discovered a viral TikTok and Instagram skincare trend featuring rosemary products might actually be onto something, after their findings showed rosemary extract contains an antioxidant called carnosic acid that may shift how skin repairs itself.Scientists at the University of Pennsylvania’s Perelman School of Medicine have found evidence a natural compound in rosemary leaves could help wounds heal better while reducing scar formation.”Our findings suggest that rosemary extract, and specifically the antioxidant, carnosic acid, can shift the healing process from scarring to healthy skin regeneration,” said senior author Thomas Leung, an associate professor of Dermatology at Penn.The study, published…
Principal Róisín Blackery says they have been raising concerns about the structure of the building for 20 years or moreA primary school that has had to close due to concerns over the safety of the building’s roof will not reopen before Christmas, its principal has said.Róisín Blackery, principal of Nazareth House Primary School in Londonderry, said specialist engineers were at the school site again on Monday.The school closed on 3 December after an inspection of the roof found that it was unsafe. The Education Authority (EA) has said urgent remedial works have been prioritised to allow it to reopen as…