UHL chief clinical director claims his administrative leave pending Aoife Johnston inquiry is unlawful – The Irish Times

The Oscars, Hollywood's prestigious awards ceremony, may be canceled for the first time in its 96-year history due to the devastating wildfires in Los Angeles. A secret contingency plan is in place, with concerns about the ceremony being seen as tone-deaf amidst the recent destruction. The Academy is monitoring the situation daily, contemplating fundraising efforts instead of the glitzy event if necessary. Full Article

Experts emphasize the importance of teaching resilience to children to help them navigate challenges effectively, especially in light of the mental health crisis affecting young people. Encouraging resilience can equip children with coping skills to manage low-level mental health issues and potentially alleviate pressure on mental health services. Parents are advised to nurture secure attachments, model healthy emotional responses, and prioritize their own well-being to support their children's resilience effectively. Full Article

Supporters of the London Renters Union rally in Cavendish Square Gardens before a march through central London in December 2024. Labour pledges to limit upfront rent charges for tenants moving into properties, as landlords currently charge up to six months' rent. Housing secretary Angela Rayner vows to end exorbitant upfront costs for renters, with MPs set to vote on amendments to the Renters’ Rights Bill, which also includes banning no-fault evictions and addressing health and...

Tulip Siddiq has resigned as the government’s anti-corruption minister due to controversy over her links to her aunt, former Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina. Allegations of involvement in brokering a deal with Russia for a nuclear power plant and scrutiny over property use have led to her resignation. Labour MP Siddiq, a close ally of Keir Starmer, stepped down following an investigation by Sir Laurie Magnus, the independent adviser on ministerial standards. Full Article

Stirling and Clackmannanshire will receive over £350million from the Scottish Government to support council services and new school buildings through the Learning Estate Investment Programme. The budget also includes £2.75million for Clackmannanshire’s Early Adopter Communities project, focusing on childcare support for families in need. First Minister John Swinney urges Parliament to back the budget, emphasizing its focus on eradicating child poverty and improving outcomes for children and young people in the area. Full Article

Claudia Winkleman expresses mixed feelings about The Traitors, appreciating the show's intensity but finding the emotional outbursts excessive, especially during the roundtable sessions. Banished contestant Kasim Ahmed reveals that these sessions can last for hours, as contestants dissect each other's words and behaviors in an effort to identify the traitor. Despite the emotional toll, Kasim describes the experience as unforgettable and encourages viewers to tune in to the show airing on BBC One. Full Article