'You're Afraid To Tax The Super-Rich': BBC Presenter Challenges Labour Minister Over Economy

Launched in 1994, the Access to Work scheme helps individuals with disabilities or conditions find jobs or remain employed by offering grants for practical support like travel costs or specialist equipment. Applicants do not need a condition diagnosis to apply, and the scheme does not impact other benefits. To be eligible, individuals must be at least 16 years old, live in England, Scotland, or Wales, and have a physical or mental health condition that requires...

The author developed a sudden phobia of knives, leading to irrational fears and intrusive thoughts that affected their daily life and work in the media industry. After years of struggling, they finally sought help and were diagnosed with OCD, finding relief and understanding through cognitive behavioural therapy with a specialized psychologist. This revelation allowed them to manage their symptoms and regain control over their mental health, ultimately leading to a new sense of peace and...

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Living with a partner who has experienced food poisoning has highlighted the prevalence of foodborne illnesses, affecting millions of people annually. According to NHS surgeon Dr. Karan Rajan, food poisoning can disrupt the balance of good and bad bacteria in the gut, leading to immune system issues and chronic illnesses like diarrhoea and bloating. Severe cases can even result in the immune system attacking healthy cells, emphasizing the importance of food safety practices to prevent...

Women sexually abused by Mohamed Al-Fayed in France are fighting to change the statute of limitations, as their claims fall outside the 20-year limit. Kristina Svensson, Al-Fayed's former executive assistant, alleges multiple attacks between 1998-2000, hoping for justice against those who enabled his abuse. A legal battle is underway to extend the statute, with a decision expected on April 3, impacting other historic abuse cases like those involving Gerald Marie and Gerard Depardieu. Full Article

Britain's Prime Minister Keir Starmer led a roundtable discussion at the Border Security Summit in London, unveiling £33 million in funding to combat illegal immigration and calling for international cooperation to tackle people-smuggling gangs. However, his announcements were criticized as "inhumane and ineffective" by Green Party's Carla Denyer and Reform UK's Nigel Farage, who accused Starmer of failing to address the root causes of illegal migration. The Conservatives also criticized Labour's approach, highlighting the cancellation...