Daily News Brief

Prime Minister Keir Starmer's initial promise of change has been overshadowed by public perception of dishonesty and self-interest, with unpopular policies and political controversies contributing to his declining popularity. Accusations of cronyism and accepting freebies have drawn comparisons to previous scandals, prompting calls for increased transparency in parliament to regain public trust and avoid future lobbying controversies. While lobbying reform could boost Starmer's image, time is running out for him to address these concerns and...

Airline passengers at Gatwick, Heathrow, and Manchester airports faced severe delays and cancellations due to thick fog, with most flights delayed by over two hours. Manchester airport experienced significant delays, with flights to various destinations delayed by over four hours. Air traffic control provider Nats implemented temporary restrictions to ensure safety, working closely with airports and airlines to minimize disruption caused by the chaotic weather conditions. Full Article

The Delhi High Court ruled that a candidate with vitiligo is not eligible for recruitment into the armed forces, specifically in the case of the Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP). The decision was based on the specific disability criteria outlined in the recruitment rules and guidelines set by the Ministry of Home Affairs. The court emphasized that adherence to the advertised conditions is crucial in recruitment processes, leading to the rejection of the candidate's petition. Full...

Authorities in Southern California are investigating after human body parts, including legs, were found on the shoreline of Palos Verdes Estates by a family on Christmas morning and later by beachgoers. Additional remains were discovered near the 6800 block of Paseo del Mar, with police using dogs trained to detect human remains. Investigators have not ruled out any possibilities and are looking into potential links to previous findings in the area, including a skull and...

Emergency crews responded to a truck collision on Murray Street in Gawler, north of Adelaide, where the vehicle hit several posts causing a shop verandah to collapse before fleeing and hitting two parked cars. The driver was apprehended by police in Sedan, 70km away, and charged with driving offenses, including failing to stop at the crash scene. The 57-year-old man from Western Australia will appear in court on Monday. Full Article

A restaurant was forced to close due to a gender discrimination lawsuit regarding their 'Ladies' Night' promotions. The lawsuit alleged that the promotions violated the state's anti-discrimination laws. The closure came after the restaurant failed to comply with legal guidelines. Full Article