Assisted dying law 'unworkable, unaffordable and naive,' says social care coalition

UK temperatures are expected to soar to 36°C today amid a record-breaking heatwave, prompting amber health alerts across several regions, including London and the Midlands. While other parts of Europe face even hotter conditions, the UK's heatwave is reminiscent of the historic 1976 event, with temperatures already nearing previous records. Explain It To Me Like I'm 5: The UK is experiencing a record-breaking heatwave, with temperatures expected to reach up to 36°C today, prompting health...

A British man, Robert Brown, 41, from Newcastle, was reported missing in Cambodia just hours before his arrest at Phnom Penh International Airport for attempting to smuggle nearly 20kg of cannabis worth £200,000 into the UK. Facing charges of drug trafficking, he could face up to 30 years in prison if convicted, as announced by the capital's anti-drug department. Explain It To Me Like I'm 5: A British man named Robert Brown, who was reported...

Anastasia Tempest, a disabled job seeker, criticizes Chancellor Rachel Reeves' welfare reforms, which have led to cuts in benefits like Universal Credit and Personal Independence Payment, coinciding with the closure of her support organization. Despite some concessions made by the government, including protections for current recipients, concerns remain as 150,000 people may still be pushed into poverty due to the changes. Explain It To Me Like I'm 5: Anastasia Tempest, who has cerebral palsy, expresses...

Households are encouraged to submit meter readings as the energy price cap decreases by 7% on July 1, lowering typical bills by £129 to £1,720 annually. While this marks a £660 drop from early 2023, prices remain £152 higher than last year, with experts urging customers to explore fixed deals that could offer further savings. Explain It To Me Like I'm 5: Households are encouraged to send in their energy meter readings before July 1,...

London Mayor Sir Sadiq Khan and Metropolitan Police Commissioner Sir Mark Rowley introduced a revolutionary "bruising detector" technology aimed at enhancing evidence of injuries on victims of violence, particularly those with darker skin, during a visit to a police lab. The device, part of Project Archway, has already shown promising results in increasing prosecution rates for violence against women and girls. Explain It To Me Like I'm 5: Summary A new device called the "bruising...

Bryan Kohberger, accused of murdering four University of Idaho students in November 2022, has reportedly accepted a plea deal to plead guilty to all charges, avoiding the death penalty. The families of the victims, particularly Kaylee Goncalves' family, expressed their anger and disappointment, stating they were "beyond furious at the State of Idaho" and found the news unexpected. Kohberger is set for a change of plea hearing on July 2. Explain It To Me Like...