Childcare price hikes threaten to wipe out increased State subsidies for parents – The Irish Times

Mothers in the UK are struggling to make ends meet on statutory maternity pay, with some going without meals to ensure their children can eat. Campaigners are calling on the Chancellor to improve maternity pay to protect the health of new babies and fight child poverty, as many mothers report reducing meals and heating due to financial constraints. Despite an upcoming increase in statutory maternity pay, the current rates are not enough to cover basic...

In a tragic turn of events, 17-year-old Mali Bennett-Smith brutally murdered his older sister Luka, 19, at their family home in Bristol, just weeks after a family trip to the Netherlands. Mali, who had ADHD and struggled with feelings of resentment towards his sister, stabbed her to death after a practice headlock went awry. The judge described the killing as 'shocking and brutal,' sentencing Mali to at least 10 years and five months in prison....

Scarlett Johansson, who played Natasha Romanoff in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, has ruled out a return to the franchise following her character's death in Avengers: Endgame. Despite fans hoping for a comeback, Scarlett emphasized that Natasha is dead and deserves to have her hero moment. The actress also made headlines for her lawsuit against Disney over the release of her stand-alone Black Widow film, ultimately settling for over $40 million. Full Article

Saturn's rings will be invisible from Earth starting from March 23rd, due to the planet's orbit. NASA explains that Saturn's rings are comprised of icy and rocky particles, believed to be remnants of comets, asteroids, or shattered moons. The rings will reappear in about seven years, as they are slowly being pulled in by gravity and will eventually disappear. Full Article

A 13-year-old schoolgirl has been charged with the murder of a woman, believed to be Marta Bednarczyk, 43, following a house fire on Newcomen Road in Wellingborough, Northamptonshire. The girl, who cannot be named for legal reasons, is also accused of arson with attempt to endanger life. The victim's preliminary cause of death is believed to be from a "sharp force injury," with police continuing their investigation and asking the public to avoid the area....

Ukraine has agreed to a 30-day ceasefire in its conflict with Russia following talks with the US, which also lifted its suspension of military aid. Ukrainian President Zelenskyy proposed a ceasefire in the Black Sea and along the frontline, with the US urging Russia to agree. European leaders welcomed the breakthrough and called for Russia to also agree to peace efforts. Full Article