LABOUR ANNOUNCES MAJOR PARENTAL LEAVE CHANGES

In a widely circulated interview with Times Radio, Conservative MP and leadership hopeful Kemi Badenoch added yet another controversial speech to her red-flag fuelled sermons. The 44-year-old shadow housing and communities secretary is no stranger to rubbing people up the wrong way, but this time she has been accused of suggesting that maternity pay is “excessive”.

British actor Idris Elba has called for urgent action at the UK government's first anti-knife crime summit, emphasising the need for diverse perspectives to combat the rising issue. The coalition aims to halve knife crime within the next decade.

Prime Minister Keir Starmer has apologised on behalf of the British state for the Grenfell tower fire that claimed 72 lives on the 14th of June 2017, after the publication of damning report.

Manchester has launched new AI cameras across the city to enhance traffic management and public safety. These advanced cameras can analyse traffic patterns, identify vehicles, and detect suspicious behaviour, helping to reduce congestion and improve security. While the initiative marks a significant step towards smart city infrastructure, it has also raised concerns about privacy, with officials assuring that strict data protection measures are in place. The rollout is being closely watched as a potential model for other cities.

The Taliban have passed new laws further restricting Afghan women, including a ban on public speaking and reading.

North Korea is set to reopen its borders to foreign tourists in December, starting with the northeastern city of Samjiyon. This will be the first time the country welcomes international visitors in nearly five years since sealing its borders due to COVID-19. Samjiyon, near Mount Paektu, has undergone significant development and will be the initial destination for tourists, with the possibility of expanding access to other areas soon. Tour operators are preparing travel packages, but details on entry requirements and health protocols are still awaited. Are you planning to visit North Korea this December?

Health Secretary, Wes Streeting, has condemned people who are racist to NHS staff, stating that they "can and should" be turned away.

Britain may lose £270 million after Keir Starmer recently scrapped the Rwanda scheme. The Rwandan Government stated that they are 'under no obligation' to refund any of the money invested by the previous Tory government.

In a stunning political shift, Rishi Sunak has accepted responsibility for the Conservative Party’s catastrophic defeat in the recent general election, marking the worst result in the party's history.