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Source:The Guardian
July 25, 2024 19:44 UTC
4 Reasons Kamala Harris Could Be Good for Union Workers
Also: How Much Is Vice President Kamala Harris Worth? Next: 6 Unusual Ways to Make Extra Money (That Actually Work)Here are a few reasons why a Harris presidency could be good for union workers. As his vice president, Harris has played a role in policies and will continue Biden’s efforts to support unions. Working people are clear: Vice President Harris is the leader who has their back,” said SEIU President April Verrett in a press release. More From GOBankingRatesThis article originally appeared on GOBankingRates.com: 4 Reasons Kamala Harris Could Be Good for Union Workers
Source:The Guardian
July 25, 2024 18:35 UTC
Prince Harry Says Struggle With U.K. Tabloids Deepened Family Rift
Prince Harry’s marathon quest against Britain’s tabloids produced a “monumental victory” in the courts, he said in a TV interview that will air Thursday, but it was a “central piece” of the bitter rift between him and other members of the British royal family. Speaking for the first time since winning hundreds of thousand of pounds in damages from Mirror Group Newspapers over his claims that it had wrongfully invaded his privacy, Harry, 39, said that he had been vindicated by the judge’s ruling, even if the price to his relations with his family was high. “I’ve made it very clear that this is something that needs to be done,” Harry said in excerpts released by ITV News, part of an hourlong documentary about the phone-hacking scandal. But he added, “It would be nice if we, you know, did it as a family.”Harry, the younger son of King Charles III, did not explain exactly how his legal battle had further ruptured relations with his father or brother, Prince William. In his memoir, “Spare,” he attributed the rift to multiple causes, including his family’s treatment of his wife, Meghan Markle, a biracial American former actress.
Source:The Times
July 25, 2024 17:34 UTC
Newsom Orders State Agencies to Dismantle Homeless Encampments Across California
“Poverty is violent, and constantly sweeping folks does nothing to solve homelessness,” said Lukas Illa, an organizer with San Francisco’s Coalition on Homelessness. Last week, San Francisco Mayor London Breed said the city would begin issuing citations and other penalties to people who refuse offers of shelter. “Those citations can get progressive, and they could lead to a misdemeanor if people refuse services,” she said. “We are going to make them so uncomfortable on the streets of San Francisco that they have to take our offer. According to a 2022 National League of Cities study, California can only offer year-round beds to about 21% of its unhoused residents.
Source:The Guardian
July 25, 2024 17:21 UTC
American XL Bully fans have turned to this new breed to get around ban as interest explodes
Fans of the American XL Bully dog have turned their attention to a new breed in a bid to circumvent new rules across the UK. Only those with the proper documentation are allowed to own an XL bully while strict rules are in place to limit their movement. But there is no such ban on owning the smaller 'pocket bully', a mix of an American Bully and Patterdale terrier. Breaking the rules on XL bully ownership in Scotland can lead to a £5,000 fine or even six months in prison. It comes as a 40-year-old man was charged after a women was killed by two XL Bullies in February.
Source:Express
July 25, 2024 16:05 UTC
UK hospitals face 'unprecedented' blood shortage after cyber attack
"We urgently need more O group donors to come forward and help boost stocks to treat patients needing treatment," NHS Blood and Transplant Chief Executive Jo Farrar said in a statement. "The need for O negative blood in particular remains critical. "Only about 1.6 days' worth of O negative blood - the universal type used in emergencies when a patient's blood type is unknown - are left nationally, the NHS said. Overall national stocks of all blood types is at 4.3 days.The NHS has issued an "amber alert" to hospitals, asking them to restrict the use of O type blood to essential cases and use substitutions where it is safe to do so.Since the start of the cyber incident, affected hospitals in London have needed an additional 1.7 days worth of O negative blood - almost double the amount compared with the same period a year earlier. Blood has a shelf life of 35 days.Last week, a global IT outage affected the NHS's appointment and patient record system.
Source:The Times
July 25, 2024 15:30 UTC
Manuel Ugarte latest as Erik ten Hag signs two of his five Man United transfer targets
More infoErik ten Hag is keen to add to his Manchester United squad - and Manuel Ugarte is high on his transfer wishlist. The striker shared his excitement at joining United, saying: "I cannot wait to play my part in achieving success for Manchester United. Upon signing, Yoro said: "Signing for a club with such stature and ambition so early in my career is an incredible honour. Try MUFC Pro NOW for free Subscribe to our brilliant app for the best way to enjoy the M.E.N's unrivalled Manchester United coverage. Despite having already signed an expensive centre-half in Yoro, United are still considering the Dutch star.
Source:Express
July 25, 2024 15:09 UTC
Archbishop of York joins calls to remove the two-child benefit cap
THE Archbishop of York called for the removal of the two-child benefit cap on Tuesday, on the same day as seven Labour MPs were suspended from the party for voting for the limit to be scrapped immediately. Sir Keir Starmer has acknowledged that there is strong feeling in the Labour Party on the issue, but the Government’s position is to wait for the report from a newly created child poverty taskforce before making a commitment to a course of action. On Tuesday, the SNP tabled an amendment which would commit the Government to immediately removing the cap. It received cross-party support, including from the Green Party and the former Labour leader Jeremy Corbyn. Read more on this story in Paul Vallely’s column here
Source:The Times
July 25, 2024 14:53 UTC
Adam Peaty – the psychology behind returning to his best (VIDEO)
Adam Peaty’s recent performance at the GB trials will “bolster his confidence and belief” to achieve three gold medals in consecutive games, according to Loughborough University’s Professor David Fletcher. “He's won every gold medal, every major championship, and he’s achieved multiple world records. “There will be those who doubt whether he can achieve a third gold medal in a row. “Once you're back on track with the training, you're enjoying the training more, you know more about why you're doing it. That then gives you the motivation and the drive to keep going.”David Fletcher is Professor of Human Performance and Health and Loughborough University’s Associate Pro Vice-Chancellor (Sport, Health and Wellbeing).
Source:The Times
July 25, 2024 14:17 UTC
BBC Weather gives Scotland heatwave verdict as 31C 'Azores High' heads for Britain
Rain and wind have appeared to dominate - although weather forecasters are actually claiming it's been a fairly typical season. Reports are now suggesting a heatwave is heading for the UK with an 'Azores High' bringing temperatures of 31C in parts of the country. But, as ever, Scots will look on with scepticism with the best weather likely to be confined to the south-east of England. And there is nothing in the BBC Weather report to suggest a heatwave is heading this way. And as the week progresses, "temperatures will remain above average in many areas but closer to the seasonal average in the north, particularly Scotland".
Source:Express
July 25, 2024 13:18 UTC
Great British Energy - who will benefit?
Today the government announces its plan and new legislation for Great British Energy, a new publicly owned renewable energy generation company. The government has confirmed that Great British Energy will partner with the Crown Estate to boost wind energy across the UK. We are calling on the government to:make sure the public benefits from a controlling (50%+) permanent stake in new energy projectsin new energy projects give UK households a voice on the board of Great British Energyof Great British Energy buy back British Gas so that cheaper bills can be directly deliveredGreat British Energy - what's great about it? 2) The British public - including households, workers and communities - need a voice on the board of Great British Energy. Our new polling out today shows 63% of people want the government to buy back British Gas as the new retail wing of Great British Energy.
Source:The Guardian
July 25, 2024 12:31 UTC
UK Publisher Promotes Kyrgyz Artists
The second issue of ‘The Great Steppe Treasury’, released in July by UK publisher Hertfordshire Press, includes the addition of work by three artists from Kyrgyzstan: Seid Atambaev, Larisa Pak, and Gulmira Ayipova. The art catalogue which promotes the diversity of Eurasia’s contemporary art, culture, and creativity, represents 24 artists from the UK, Kyrgyzstan, Lithuania, Belarus, Kazakhstan, Russia, Germany, and Crimea. Regarding the second edition, publisher Marat Akhmedzhanov commented, “We are glad to be able to give artists from Kyrgyzstan the opportunity to share their creativity with an international audience through our unique project. And we especially admire how Seyid Atambayev, as a deputy, combines his political activities with promoting his country through creativity, demonstrating the variety of ways to support the growth and representation of Kyrgyzstan.”Copies of the catalogue will be sent to significant galleries in the UK and plans are in place for participants to present their work in Glasgow, London, Almaty, Minsk, St. Petersburg, and Batumi.
Source:The Times
July 25, 2024 12:22 UTC
Speaking of Barbarism
The Prime Minister of Israel has unleashed forces he either cannot or will not control. Is anyone here familiar with The First Dog on the Moon, published by The Guardian Australia? Here is the First Dog commentary on 22 July. www.theguardian.com/…\Vince S
Source:The Guardian
July 25, 2024 12:21 UTC
UK seeks reset; tech security initiative to boost ties
Welcome the bilateral Technology Security Initiative and the desire to conclude a mutually beneficial FTA,’’ said Modi.While TSI will be coordinated by the NSAs, India and UK also decided to set up a bilateral mechanism led by India’s Ministry of External Affairs and the UK government for promotion of trade in critical and emerging technologies, including resolution of relevant licensing or regulatory issues.“This government will put growth at the heart of our foreign policy. That’s why three weeks into the job, I am in Delhi announcing a new Technology Security Initiative to deliver on the promise of the UK-India relationship,” said Lammy, while announcing the initiative.According to a Indian readout, both sides appreciated the substantial progress made in the India-UK FTA negotiations and looked forward to its early conclusion to achieve a mutually beneficial FTA,” said the Indian government in a statement.The two sides also agreed to deepen defence and security cooperation, in the Indo-Pacific and beyond, and to enhance capacities to address growing threats from non-state actors. They discussed regional and global issues like the Russia-Ukraine war and the situation in West Asia. ``He will discuss partnering on Indian-led global initiatives to build clean power access, climate resilience in the global south and small island states,’’ it said.``The Foreign Secretary will underscore the importance of the Living Bridge between the UK and India. It represents the 1.7 million people with Indian heritage that have made their home in the UK and make an exceptional contribution to British life,’’ added the high commission in its statement.
Source:The Times
July 25, 2024 12:08 UTC
Tesla hold investments in the Mexico plant till after the US election
“Trump has said that he’ll put heavy tariffs on vehicles produced in Mexico,” he told Tesla investors and analysts during the earnings call following the presentation of the Q2 financial report. “So it doesn’t make sense to invest a lot in Mexico if that is going to be the case. That is already a year after it was announced, and Tesla has had all the necessary authorisations since autumn last year. “We’re currently on pause on Giga Mexico,” Musk said during the call. Whether that money benefits Trump won’t be known until the PAC (Political Action Committee) files with the Federal Election Commission in October.
Source:The Guardian
July 25, 2024 12:04 UTC