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Tuesday 31st July 2012
Vulnerable Children “At Risk” Under New Protection System
A campaign group for children has expressed their concerns at new government plans to reform protection services.
Arrest Made Over Daley Twitter Abuse
A 17-year-old has been arrested for sending Olympic diver Tom Daley an abusive Tweet saying he’d let down his father.
Maeve Binchy Passes Away
Bestselling Irish author Maeve Binchy has died aged 71 following a short illness.Monday 30th July 2012
200,000 Flee Aleppo, Syria
The United Nations has estimated that 200,000 people have fled fighting from the Syrian city of Aleppo in the last two days, while others remain trapped there.
Exercise Benefits “Not Being Taught” To Medical Students
Research in the British Journal of Sports Medicine has suggested that young medical students are not being taught about the benefits of exercise to improve a person’s health.
Third Day Of Olympics Brings London Transport Test
Today marks the first working day for the London 2012 Olympics, and it’s the first chance to see if transport initiatives have worked, with severe delays expected around 10 of the sporting venues.Saturday 28th July 2012
Olympic Opening Entertains Millions
The opening ceremony to the London 2012 Olympics kicked off at 9pm last night, and continued on into the early hours.Friday 27th July 2012
Tweet “Bomb Joke” Man Overturns Conviction
The man who was charged with sending a menacing message on Twitter, threatening to blow up Robin Hood airport, has won the appeal against his conviction.
Shift Work Link To Heart Problems Revealed
New research has suggested that those working night shifts are at a slightly higher risk of developing heart problems and strokes.
Final Olympic Opening Ceremony Preperations Underway
It’s been a seven-plus year journey for Seb Coe and his team, but tonight the wait is finally over, as the London 2012 Olympics get fully underway with the opening ceremony.Thursday 26th July 2012
University Tuition Fees On The Rise Again
The watchdog for fair access to higher education has warned that university fees are likely to rise next year.
GPs Cutting Opening Hours, Labour Claim
A new poll put together by Labour suggests that GPs are cutting their opening hours by stopping evening and weekend appointments.
British Gas Owners Reveal Inflated Profits
Centrica, the company who own British Gas, have reported a profit rise of 15% to around £1.45 billion in the first half of this year.Wednesday 25th July 2012
Body Found In Dorset Landslide
The search through the rubble of a landslide in Bridport has turned up a body, believed to be that of a missing 22-year-old woman.
Very Elderly Missing Out On Heart Care, Study Suggests
Research by Newcastle University has suggested that those over the age of 87 are not getting the most basic heart care, a quarter suffering from undiagnosed heart conditions.
Judge Bans Cameras From Colorado Shooting Trial
Press video cameras are to be banned from the charge hearing of cinema shooting suspect James Holmes.Tuesday 24th July 2012
Prison Revolts Break Out Across Syria
Fighting is continuing across Syria today, with attempted prison breakouts in the cities of Homs and Aleppo.
Leveson To Conclude Today, Verdict Due
After eight months, the Leveson inquiry into press ethics and standards is to conclude today, with closing submissions followed by a decision on whether anyone will be charged.
Cash-In-Hand Payment Morally Wrong says Minister
Treasury Minister David Gauke has said that employers who pay their tradesmen cash-in-hand in the hope of avoiding tax are “morally wrong”.Monday 23rd July 2012
Bradley Wiggins Wins Tour De France
After three weeks and 2,000 miles, Bradley Wiggins has become the first Brit to win the Tour De France competition.
UK Border Agency Reveals Backlog
MPs have expressed concern at a so-called “Bermuda Triangle” backlog in the UK Border Agency of around 275,000 failed immigrants, who need to be removed from the UK as soon as possible.
Obama: All US Stands With Aurora Victims
American President Barack Obama has been meeting those injured and the families of those murdered in Friday’s Denver massacre.Friday 20th July 2012
Games Will Be “Safe And Secure”, Coe Promises
London 2012 head Lord Seb Coe has waded into the debate over security at the Olympics, promising “safe and secure” events, despite problems with providers.
Syrian Rebels Take Border Posts
Revolutionaries in Syria have captured a number of posts along the borders with Iraq and Turkey, as fighting in the capital Damascus continues for another day.
Farmers Stage Protests Over Milk Prices
Last night milk farmers across the country staged protests against low prices in supermarkets.Thursday 19th July 2012
New Pill Could “Save Thousands Of Lives”
A new polypill has been hailed by the medical community as a potential life-saver, combining treatment for strokes, heart attacks and blood pressure.
Co-Op Move In To Buy 632 Lloyds Branches
The Co-Operative Group’s banking arm will pay around £350m upfront to buy 632 branches of Lloyds TSB and Cheltenham & Gloucester.Wednesday 18th July 2012
NHS Report Accused Of Being “Sexed Up”
The author of a new NHS report on the organisation of services has denied accusations that he “sexed up” his findings.
Osborne Reveals £50bn Investment Plan
The government have today unveiled plans to underwrite around £50bn worth of investment in infrastructure and exports, in an attempt to really get the economy moving.
Deep Purple’s Jon Lord Dies
Tributes from fans and fellow musicians have been pouring in since legendary Deep Purple keyboardist Jon Lord passed away, at the age of 71.Tuesday 17th July 2012
Disgraced Olympic Security Chief To Face MPs
The head of security firm G4S is to face a committee of MPs over his company’s failure to provide the numbers of Olympic staff that they promised.
Aspirin A “No Brainer” For Stomach Cancer In Over 50s Following Screenings
Mass screenings for 50- to 70-year-olds could cut the number of stomach bleeds because of aspirin, making it a “no-brainer” to treat cancer, scientists have revealed.
Syrian President Has Chemical Weapons
The senior Syrian diplomat who defected last week has said he believes President Assad is prepared to use chemical weapons on his own people, as fighting nears the capital Damascus.Monday 16th July 2012
Alzheimer’s “Timeline” Developed By Scientists
Scientists at Washington University School of Medicine say they have put together a “timeline” of the very early progress of Alzheimer’s disease, which has been previously unseen.
Athletes Begin Arrive In London For The Olympics
Thousands of extra people are expected to move through Heathrow today, as international athletes and spectators begin arriving for the Olympics.
Coalition Announce £9bn Rail Investment
The government will today announce that £9bn will be spent on extended and improving rail services in England and Wales.Friday 13th July 2012
Experts’ Warnings Over Low Prescriptions For Elderly
A new study by medical experts is claiming that the very elderly are not being prescribed strong enough medicines for blood pressure and cholesterol.
New Syrian Massacre Claims
Opposition forces in Syria are claiming that around 200 people have been massacred by President Assad’s forces in the city of Tremesh.
UK Foreign Office Name Avalanche Victims
The three British who were killed in an avalanche near Chamonix yesterday have been named.Thursday 12th July 2012
Top Syrian Ambassador Defects
The Syrian ambassador to Iraq, Nawaf Fares, has abandoned President Assad’s government to defect, saying that he is siding with the Syrian people in revolution.
Fears Over Olympic Security
Security firm G4S have revealed that they have "encountered some delays" in their staff training, prompting concerns over how prepared stewards and security forces will be for the Olympics.
Rolling Stones “In Rehearsal”
Erstwhile Rolling Stones guitarist Keith Richards has revealed that the band has regrouped, ahead of their 50th anniversary.Wednesday 11th July 2012
Eva Rausing Found Dead
One of the family members behind the Tetra-Pak cartons empire and one of the UK’s richest women, Eva Rausing, has been found dead at her West London home.
Charities Urge Greater “Clarity” Over Social Care Future
The government will today set out its plans for social care reform, but charities say that the government need to tell the public more about how changes will be funded.
Tory Backbench Rebellion Over Lords Reform
91 Conservative MPs last night voted against coalition plans to reform the House of Lords, in the biggest rebellion since the government came to power.Tuesday 10th July 2012
Less Time Sitting Down Could Lead To A Longer Life
American scientists have said that limiting the amount of time sat down could add up to two years to our life expectancy.
Osbourne Avoids Calls For Balls Apology
A Tory MP has called for Chancellor George Osbourne to apologise to shadow chancellor Ed Balls, over allusions that he was involved in the Libor banking scandal.
Police Officer Murder Suspect Car Found
The car of the man suspected of shooting dead off-duty policeman Ian Dibell in Essex has been found.Monday 9th July 2012
BMW Reveal £250m UK Investment
BMW have this morning revealed that they will be expanding UK production of the Mini, to the tune of around £250m.
Oscar Winner Ernest Borgnine Dies Aged 95
Actor Ernest Borgnine, best known for his Oscar-winning role in 1955’s Marty, has died of renal failure aged 95.
Weekend Rainfall Brings An End To Hosepipe Bans
The four remaining water companies who have retained a hosepipe ban have lifted them after the intense rainfall over the last few days.Friday 6th July 2012
Schools “Letting Brightest Down”
A new report claims that schools in England are “neglecting” the brightest students, leaving them a long way behind their international rivals in core subjects, and maths in particular.
Tough Action For Syria At Paris Conference
More than 100 countries will be discussing how to move forward with the Syrian situation, as they meet for talks in Paris later.
More Flood Warnings Issued By Met Office
Britain is bracing itself for more intense rainfall – with a month’s worth set to fall over the next 24 hours in some areas.Thursday 5th July 2012
“Poor Records” To Blame For 25 Deaths, NHS Say
An NHS trust is currently investigating the deaths of 25 people, and it has admitted “poor record keeping” could be to blame.
20,000 Job Cuts Expected In Army Restructuring
Defence Minister Phillip Hammond will later announce plans for a major restructuring of the army.
Comic Eric Sykes, 89, Passes Away
One of the true towering influences of British comedy, Eric Sykes, passed away yesterday after a short battle with illness.Wednesday 4th July 2012
Child Heart Surgery Units To Learn Fate
Ten hospitals in England will today find out if they will be able to carry on performing heart surgery on children in specialised units, with a review forcing up to four to reduce services.
RAF Tornado Crew Search Not Resumed
The search for two RAF Tornado crew members missing after two jets crashed yesterday is not set to be resumed by Scottish coastguard today.
CERN Scientists Claim Particle Discovery
Scientists searching for the answers to the universe in Geneva claim to have found a new particle, consistent with the Higgs boson.Tuesday 3rd July 2012
Bob Diamond Resigns
As the Barclays’ Libor scandal continues, the bank’s CEO Bob Diamond has finally succumbed to pressure and resigned his post.
Syrian Leader “Regrets” Turkish Jet Downing
Syrian President Bashar al-Assad has expressed regret over the shooting down of a Turkish F-4 jet in an interview.
Dementia Treatment Patients Face “Barriers”
A new report into dementia diagnosis and treatment has revealed “shocking” delays for patients, with GPs often seen as a barrier to care.Monday 2nd July 2012
Barclays Chairman Resigns
Marcus Agius has stepped down from the head of Barclays following revelations about interest rate fixing.
Three Soldiers Killed In Afghanistan Revealed to be British
News has emerged in the last half an hour that the three soldiers killed in Afghanistan over the weekend are all British.
Cameron Faces Increasing Pressure Over EU Referendum Promises
After discussing the possibility of an EU referendum over the weekend, the Prime Minister is prepared to face renewed pressure on the issue from a former cabinet minister.More news
- Cameron Promises Compromise Over Childcare
- Call For Fire Service Reform
- British Sitcom Star Paul Shane Dies
- MPs Call For Dangerous Dogs Law Extension
- Living Organ Donations Triple
- BP Oil Spill Comensation Costs Escalate
- Calls For “Cop Killers” To Face Life
- EU Oil Companies Raided Over Petrol Prices
- Change Or Face Collapse, A&E Warned
- Details Of Draft EU Referendum Bill To Be Released
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