Campaigners for a change in British law on assisted dying celebrate after the legislation was carried by 314 to 291 votes in the British parliament. Photograph: Carlos Jasso/AFP/GettyBritain’s MPs have narrowly voted to legalise assisted dying, backing a landmark Bill and paving the way for one of the most consequential societal shifts in decades. [ Assisted dying: Do we understand it properly?Opens in new window ]“It is not often we are asked to wrestle with issues of morality, ethics and humanity,” Ms Leadbeater told MPs. Prime minister Keir Starmer was among those who backed the assisted dying Bill in a free vote, which meant MPs were not whipped by their party to vote in a particular way. Changes also ensure that doctors or care workers will never be compelled to take part in assisted dying if the service is offered in England and Wales.

Chris Brown was arrested earlier this year on suspicion of causing grievous bodily harm, a charge stemming from his alleged attack of a music producer at a London nightclub. Grammy-winning R&B star Chris Brown has pleaded not guilty to one charge connected to his alleged beating of a music producer in a London nightclub in 2023. Prosecutors accuse Brown of attacking music producer Amadou “Abe” Diaw with a bottle of tequila at Tape London, a nightclub, in February 2023. AdvertisementLondon police arrested Brown in May on suspicion of the single bodily harm charge, but in a subsequent indictment, prosecutors added charges for assault causing actual bodily harm and having an offensive weapon, a bottle. Musician and Brown friend Omololu Akinlolu ((who performs as HoodyBaby), 39, was charged with causing grievous bodily harm for his alleged involvement in the 2023 incident and pleaded not guilty during Friday’s hearing.

“The ‘Ayes’ to the right, 314; the ‘Nos’ to the left, 291. The ‘Ayes’ have it.” “We know that there are different views within the public, and we have to take on board the concerns of vulnerable groups, and that’s why the safeguards are so important. But I would also say that there is no one more vulnerable than someone who is dying.” “If this bill is passed in its current form, people will lose their lives who do not need to, and they will be amongst the most vulnerable and marginalized in our society.” “I think that love and care is very lacking in this situation, and I just don’t think that we have — I think it’s just ridiculous to imagine that you can administer a death service without it being exploited in hideous and horrible ways.” “So I’m here supporting dignity for dying because not that long ago, I lost my auntie due to terminal illness, which was cancer, and it was very undignified the way that she died. She did want to go abroad to get the injections.”

The decision to platform Gallant, who is currently wanted by the International Criminal Court (ICC) for alleged war crimes and crimes against humanity in Gaza, has drawn sharp criticism. The Times of London publish an op-Ed by Yoav Gallant and Niall Ferguson. The UK, as a signatory to the Rome Statute, is legally obligated to arrest Gallant should he enter the country, further fuelling accusations of editorial negligence. "Niall Ferguson and Yoav Gallant writing an article together in the Murdoch zionist rag urging war on Iran. Gallant is the ex Defence Minister of Israel - and has an ICC arrest warrant out for him (the UK subscribes to the ICC).

Supporters of assisted dying argue it curtails suffering in the final months of life. Under current law, Britons who help relatives or friends end their lives face potential prosecution. That means that terminally ill patients who decide to end their lives often do so alone. “This is not a choice between living or dying; it is a choice for terminally ill people about how they die,” Ms. Leadbeater said. Others have argued that the money spent on administering a complex system of medically assisted dying would be better invested in broader and better palliative care.

Iranian-backed Iraqi militias continue to threaten retaliation if the United States joins the Israel-Iran War. [1] Two Iranian government planes landed in Oman, which has been mediating between Iran and the United States, on June 18. [9] The United States has begun moving assets to the Middle East in recent days to provide “more options” for defending US assets and interests. [14] Israel launched its air campaign targeting the Iranian nuclear program and regime leadership on June 12 to “degrade, destroy, and remove [the] threat” of the Iranian nuclear program. [62]Axis of Resistance Response to the Israel-Iran War:Iranian-backed Iraqi militias continue to threaten retaliation if the United States joins the Israel-Iran War.

A hotel has just opened in this small Northumberland town, 30 miles north of Newcastle. Even so, despite the brand-spanking newness of the project, Bailiffgate hotel reminds many locals inescapably of their youth. AdvertisementNo one knows exactly when Alnwick Castle was built. The manicured grounds of family-friendly Alnwick Garden ALAMYNow, under the 12th Duke of Northumberland, it’s enjoying something of a renaissance. This article contains affiliate links, which can earn us revenueSean Newsom was a guest of Bailiffgate hotel, which has B&B doubles from £167 (bailiffgatehotel.com), and LNER, which has London-Alnmouth one-way fares from £44.70 (lner.co.uk)

Galal Yafai vs Francisco Rodriguez weigh-in results and how to watchAll with the weights and running order ahead of the Interim WBC Flyweight World Title clash between Galal Yafai and Francisco Rodriguez tomorrow night at bp pulse LIVE in Birmingham, shown live worldwide on DAZN. 12×3 Interim WBC Flyweight World TitleGALAL YAFAI111.6 lbsFRANCISCO RODRIGUEZ 111.1 lbsWhat have they said? “Yes, it’s true that Galal Yafai throws a lot of shots, but I’d also say that I equal him in the amount of shots that I throw. What I would say is that I don’t think he’s ever faced someone like me who throws those shots and throws them with power. Ultimately, the fans will come out as winners.”Yafai vs Rodriguez fight preview & prediction

In a startling breach of security, activists from a Pro-Palestinian group on Friday broke into Britain’s largest air force base and damaged two aircraft in what they said was a protest against the country’s military support for Israel. The group, called Palestine Action, posted footage online showing two people using electric scooters to move around the base, R.A.F. Brize Norton in Oxfordshire, which is used for overseas operations. In a statement, the British prime minister, Keir Starmer, called the incident “disgraceful,” saying: “Our Armed Forces represent the very best of Britain and put their lives on the line for us every day. It is our responsibility to support those who defend us.”

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KL Rahul bats during a nets session at Headingley, Leeds in England. Poll Will India adapt well to playing in English conditions without Kohli and Sharma? Both teams finished in the top five of the previous Test Championship cycle, with India securing third place and England finishing fifth.Both teams are approaching the series at full strength, with no reported injuries. England's lineup will feature Ollie Pope batting at number three, while Brydon Carse and Josh Tongue will spearhead the pace bowling attack.For India, the series marks the return of Karun Nair to Test cricket after an eight-year absence. Captain Shubman Gill will take the number four position in the batting order.The day's play will be divided into three sessions.

LIVERPOOL are interested in signing Crystal Palace defender Marc Guehi this summer. And the £30million that the Reds are on the verge of receiving for Jarell Quansah could help to fund the deal. 3 Crystal Palace star Marc Guehi is attracting interest from Liverpool Credit: Alamy3 Jarell Quansah is at the Under-21 Euros Credit: Shutterstock EditorialLeverkusen are closing in on Quansah, in a deal that is separate to Liverpool's swoop for Florian Wirtz. Reds boss Arne Slot could look to upgrade his back line by recruiting Guehi, who has just one year remaining on his Crystal Palace contract. Quansah, who is currently on England duty at the U21 European Championship in Slovakia, has already agreed personal terms with Leverkusen.

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The message from the European leaders amounted to a condemnation of Iran’s military nuclear programme and how a negotiated solution might be arrived at. But while I am told the European representatives expressed a willingness to meet Iran again, there was no agreement on where or when this might happen. I understand the Iranian foreign minister told the meeting that Tehran couldn’t negotiate with the United States while the Israeli offensive continued. But the European ministers said the best way to secure a ceasefire was to come to the table. It is expected that David Lammy will speak to his US counterparts over the weekend.

At his sentencing hearing on Thursday, statements from three of his victims were read aloud, describing how they had been left suffering long-term psychological damage. One woman said she was “consumed by terror, confusion, anger and shame” after she regained consciousness following an attack. Originally from Dongguan, in the Guangdong Province of southeastern China, Mr. Zou was studying mechanical engineering at University College London at the time of the rapes. He targeted women he met through the student community, as well as by using social media and dating websites. The police said that all his victims are believed to be Chinese.