Map shows London Marathon route map and road closures for 2025

The NASUWT teaching union faces leadership uncertainty following a legal challenge regarding the appointment of a new general secretary, a leftwinger with no teaching background, which has stirred controversy within the traditionally moderate organization. An injunction filed in court on Wednesday highlights concerns after a potential candidate was barred from the election, restricting members' voting rights. This situation raises questions about the union's democratic processes and the implications of its leadership choices. Full Article

The UK's chief negotiator, Nick Thomas-Symonds, emphasized that the upcoming negotiations for a new deal with the EU will prioritize growth and move beyond past debates. This statement comes as Labour leader Keir Starmer prepares to meet European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen in London, ahead of a significant EU-UK summit scheduled for May. Thomas-Symonds believes that this new agreement is essential for Britain, highlighting Labour's commitment to achieving a beneficial outcome in the...

President Donald Trump has seen a decline in approval ratings since his January return to the White House, dropping from 52% to 44% by April 23, with disapproval peaking at 52%. Key events contributing to this decline include the implementation of tariffs on Canada, leading to retaliatory measures, and controversies surrounding leaked military plans by Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth. Trump's comments on deportation processes have also drawn criticism, mainly from independent voters, despite maintaining strong...

The fathers of three young girls murdered at a Taylor Swift dance party in Southport last summer are running the London Marathon to honor their daughters. David Stancombe and Sergio Aguiar are raising funds for organizations established in memory of Elsie Stancombe, Alice da Silva Aguiar, and Bebe King, who were tragically killed by Axel Rudakubana. The marathon, taking place this weekend, aims to support initiatives like Elsie’s Story, which aids local youth, and a...

Bethany Clarke has initiated a petition to raise awareness about the dangers of methanol poisoning after her best friend, Simone White, died from the toxic substance while they were on holiday in Laos. The two friends consumed shots at a bar, leading to severe illness that resulted in Simone's tragic death, while Bethany gradually recovered. The petition calls for methanol poisoning education to be included in school curricula, emphasizing the need for awareness of bootleg...

Revolut, a rapidly growing fintech company, has announced an initiative to enhance its working culture, coinciding with a significant profit increase of 148% to £1 billion in 2024. This surge in profits is attributed to a rise in subscriptions and revenues from its wealth and crypto trading divisions. Notably, the company has implemented an internal “Karma” system that tracks staff behavior, influencing decisions regarding bonus payouts, as outlined in its annual report. Full Article