Schools ordered to end truancy scandal as 1 in 10 pupils absent | Politics | News
Schools have been warned they are not doing enough to get children into the classroom as absence rates which shot up after the Covid pandemic remain stubbornly high. Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson said one in five children is persistently absent and that while some schools are “doing really well”, others are “not making enough progress”. […]
‘I’m a longevity expert – people living to 100 all credit same three drinks’
Longevity expert Dan Buettner has spent years investigating Blue Zones, regions around the world where locals defy the odds by living to 100 at an unusually high rate. In his quest to uncover the secrets of these longevity-rich areas, Dan identified several foods and beverages that could be key contributors to the residents’ extended lifespans. […]
MPs tell No 10: frontbenchers could quit over disability benefits plan | Disability
No 10 has been told it could face frontbench resignations if it follows through with plans to freeze some disability benefits – a move that would require a vote in parliament. The government has been told that more than one minister as well as parliamentary aides could quit if No 10 opts for a freeze […]
Six Nations decide on TV paywall as BBC won’t show England matches | Rugby | Sport
Rugby fans will continue to be able to watch the Six Nations on free-to-air television after a new broadcasting deal was agreed, but the BBC will no longer screen England matches during the tournament. The BBC and ITV will continue to show live coverage of matches until the end of 2029, while Ireland games will […]
Pre-orders open for limited edition PS5 Last of Us controller – hurry before they sell out | Gaming | Entertainment
Sony has opened pre-orders for its limited edition Last of Us DualSense controllers for PS5. Available for £74.99 from the PlayStation Direct website, the new Last of Us DualSense controllers have an April 10 release date. While the release date isn’t for another month, the controllers are only available in limited quantities, which means they […]
I’ve witnessed patients suffering — we must legalise assisted dying | UK | News
Decades of experience as a GP working with terminally ill patients has convinced me that we need to change our laws on assisted dying. Like many doctors, I’ve been at too many bedsides to ignore the terrible suffering that can happen as a person dies. I’ve witnessed pain and distress that outreaches even the best […]
I can’t recommend the discounted Fitbit Charge 6 enough
Fitbit is a well-known brand in the fitness space, one of the first to offer bands that track steps and other metrics to help you keep an eye on what your body is doing.The Fitbit Charge 6 is really popular – I have one myself – and there’s a solid discount on this model if […]
Paul Hollywood shares best biscuit for dunking – but Brits don’t agree
There’s nothing quite like the perfect pairing of a warm cup of tea and a delicious biscuit for dunking. Whether you’re a devoted fan of digestives, a bourbon buff, or a malted milk aficionado, everyone has their go-to biscuit of choice. However, Paul Hollywood, renowned judge of the Great British Bake Off, has revealed his […]
Ukraine’s retreat from Kursk appears to mark end of seven-month incursion into Russia | Ukraine
Under constant attack from drones attached to fibre optic cables, the soldiers scrambled in groups of two or three along hidden tracks or through fields, often walking miles on foot to get back into Ukrainian territory. The Ukrainian retreat from the Kursk region, carried out in stages over the past two weeks, appears to mark […]
Spanish press rage at ‘greatest robbery’ in Man Utd vs Real Sociedad game | Football | Sport
The Spanish press have collectively blasted the standard of refereeing that helped Manchester United beat Real Sociedad in controversial fashion in the Europa League on Thursday. The Red Devils fell behind to an early goal from Mikel Oyarzabal, but Ruben Amorim’s men sealed their progress to the quarter-finals with a 4-1 victory (5-2 on aggregate), […]