EU Council calls for stricter smoke-free workplace regulations

A new survey of the UK's happiest places to live, completed by over 35,000 residents, revealed Woodbridge in Suffolk as the top spot for the first time, scoring high in community spirit and access to essential services. Richmond upon Thames and Hexham followed as second and third respectively, with Mayor Robin Sanders attributing Woodbridge's happiness to its vibrant town center. Full Article

South Western Railway will be the first rail operator to return to public ownership next year, as part of a government initiative to overhaul Britain's railways. The transition aims to improve service standards, save up to £150 million annually, and encourage more people to use public transport. This move aligns with Labour's manifesto promise and seeks to address years of disruption and inefficiencies in the privatised rail network. Full Article

Arla Foods has launched a trial of a methane-suppressing additive called Bovaer in cow food across 30 British farms in partnership with Aldi, Morrisons, and Tesco, aiming to reduce emissions. This move has sparked online backlash, with threats of boycotts from thousands of consumers concerned about the potential toxicity of Bovaer. Despite the controversy, Arla claims that Bovaer could decrease methane emissions from cows by up to 27%, aligning with UK government recommendations to limit...

The French National Rally and NFP have both introduced no-confidence motions against Barnier's government, with the NFP motion set to be voted on first due to their majority. The support of the National Rally makes it likely that the government will be overthrown, marking the first such instance since 1962. Macron faces criticism and calls for resignation, but he remains steadfast in defending his position and the stability of the country's economy. Full Article

The MasterChef brand, known for its cooking competition, is facing challenges as longtime host Gregg Wallace steps away due to misconduct allegations from 13 individuals over a 17-year period, with more women coming forward with similar claims. The BBC, which airs the UK versions of MasterChef with Wallace as a judge, initially continued to air pre-recorded material featuring him but later pulled Christmas specials from scheduling, while continuing to broadcast ongoing episodes of MasterChef: The...

The leader of the Welsh Conservatives, Andrew RT Davies, has resigned following a vote of no confidence due to a "substantial minority" not supporting him. Davies criticized his critics and referenced resistance within the Welsh Conservative parliament, stating that his position was untenable. Despite winning a confidence vote, Davies will step down as leader once a successor is elected. Full Article