Heathrow airport closed live: At least 1,350 flights affected after substation fire causes massive power outage

UK inflation has decreased, with the Consumer Prices Index falling to 2.8% in February from 3% in January, according to the Office for National Statistics. This news comes as Chancellor Rachel Reeves prepares to deliver her spring statement, where spending cuts are expected to be announced. The easing inflation is seen as positive for efforts to reduce the cost of living, with clothing prices being a key driver of the decrease. Full Article

London’s housing market is experiencing a significant drop in buyer demand, attributed to the impending changes in stamp duty thresholds. From April, the nil-rate threshold for first-time buyers will decrease, impacting around eight in 10 potential homebuyers in the capital. This "hangover" effect has led to a 3% decrease in demand over the last year, particularly affecting first-time buyers and causing a lull in market activity. Full Article

A senior UK government minister has strongly criticized Israeli attacks on Palestinians, calling them unjustifiable and urging for them to cease immediately. The health secretary, Wes Streeting, expressed his dismay at the recent escalation of violence, with nearly 700 Palestinians killed in the past week and over 50,000 since the conflict began. Despite diplomatic efforts, Streeting feels powerless in the face of the ongoing bloodshed and destruction, emphasizing the need for Israel to halt its...

A new study found that taking a brisk walk twice a week can reduce the risk of depression, lower back pain, and cholesterol levels in new mothers. The British Journal of Sports Medicine recommends at least two hours of moderate or vigorous exercise per week in the first three months postpartum, along with muscle strengthening workouts and pelvic floor muscle training to prevent urinary incontinence. Experts stress the importance of physical activity, sedentary behavior, and...

UN Secretary-General António Guterres addressed the General Assembly, emphasizing the ongoing impact of systemic racism, economic exclusion, and racial violence on people of African descent, urging governments to acknowledge the legacy of the transatlantic slave trade and take action. The International Day of Remembrance of the Victims of Slavery and the Transatlantic Slave Trade commemorates the abolition of the slave trade in 1807 and highlights the enduring legacies of slavery and colonialism. Mr. Guterres called...

Marc and Cecile are closing their popular chip shop 't Smulhoekske in Nieuwrode, Belgium after nearly 35 years due to issues with Bompa Frit, despite planning a celebration for their customers and their famous ox tongue in Madeira sauce. If the building doesn't sell, they may reopen for 6 months before retiring, as mentioned in the Brussels Morning Newspaper. Full Article