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Energy minister Michael Shanks faced scrutiny from Fiona Bruce on BBC Question Time for refusing to comment on the approval of oil and gasfields, despite his department being responsible for the decision-making process. The government's conflicting goals of addressing climate change while supporting economic growth have put pressure on their stance. Prime Minister Keir Starmer's promise not to obstruct licenses granted by the previous government has sparked controversy, with the audience applauding Bruce's insistence on...

Teaching unions rejected a 5.5% pay offer for teachers, with speculation that misinformation on social media influenced the decision. The offer did not prevent future strikes, but unions were unable to clarify this due to late communication. One union accepted the offer, while others plan to resume action short of a strike on Monday. Full Article

Carol Yepes via Getty Images provides valuable information on what the color of your mucus could indicate about your health. Yellow mucus suggests an infection, while green mucus may point to a serious bacterial infection. Brown mucus is common in dry air, pink mucus indicates irritation or injury, and black mucus could signal dried blood, environmental factors, or a fungal infection. Pay attention to consistency as well, as thin mucus may indicate early stages of...

Coronation Street stars Georgia Taylor and Jane Danson pay tribute to The Traitors in a new snap, referencing their characters' storyline involving a cult and secret affair. The actresses recently represented team Corrie at an awards show, where ITV won best channel and Corrie won best soap opera. The pair joined in the fun with a cheeky nod to The Traitors, a BBC reality show, in a photo shared on Instagram. Full Article

Jas Min via Unsplash offers advice on bowel retraining to help with chronic constipation, a common issue affecting many UK adults. The practice involves sitting on the toilet at the same time each day to regulate bowel movements, with tips such as contracting abdominal muscles if nothing happens. It is recommended to consult a doctor if constipation persists or if there are concerning symptoms like blood in stool or unexplained weight loss. Full Article

A young paramedic named Megan Lines tragically passed away after being diagnosed with a brain tumour, leaving behind devastated family and friends who have paid tribute to her on a memorial website and raised thousands of pounds for charity in her memory. Her colleagues and friends are organizing a fundraiser called Moving for Meg to run the London Landmarks Half Marathon in April to honor her and raise awareness about brain tumours, inspired by Megan's...