No 10 ‘considers U-Turn on PIP disability benefits freeze’

The Tory Party is calling for a ban on phones in schools due to the failure of previous non-statutory guidance issued by former prime minister Rishi Sunak. Conservatives plan to amend Labour’s Children's Wellbeing and Schools Bill to include the ban, following concerns raised by shadow education secretary Laura Trott about the negative impact of mobile phones on students' well-being and learning experiences. Trott emphasized the need to make the ban a legal requirement, citing...

UN Secretary-General António Guterres praised Bangladesh's progress and highlighted the international community's support for the country's future, emphasizing the need for a just, inclusive, and prosperous future. Bangladesh, in a pivotal moment following political transitions, is hosting Rohingya refugees and faces funding cuts for humanitarian aid, with Mr. Guterres urging continued support and safe returns for the refugees to Myanmar amidst escalating violence and human rights violations. Full Article

Mark Field, former MP, details his affair with Liz Truss, shortest-serving UK prime minister, leading to marriage breakdown. They met in 2002, started working together, and spent increasing time together, with Truss displaying intense focus on success and politics. Their relationship began at a Conservative Party Conference and evolved into regular meetings and phone calls. Full Article

When planning a holiday, it’s crucial to ensure your passport is valid, travel insurance is up to date, and you're traveling to a safe destination recommended by the FCDO. The UK Foreign Office issues travel warnings for countries with security, health, and legal risks, currently advising against travel to 73 out of 226 destinations. Ignoring this advice can lead to invalidated insurance and lack of consular support in case of emergencies abroad. Full Article

Thousands of Italians rallied in Rome waving EU flags in solidarity amid divisions over European rearmament, initiated by journalist Michele Serra. President Trump's policies have strained EU relations, prompting Italian Premier Giorgia Meloni to reluctantly support an EU plan to raise 800 billion euros for defense, despite internal criticism from right-wing groups. Full Article

Jackie Wan, owner and head chef of the Forum Chinese restaurant in Cambridgeshire, uses CCTV to address negative reviews by reviewing footage of diners' experiences. Wan recently responded to a customer complaint about receiving only four prawns in their stir fry, conducting a week-long inquiry and obtaining CCTV footage to debunk the claim. The customer had left a one-star review on TripAdvisor, criticizing the food quality and portion size, which Wan was able to refute...