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Concerns raised for MPs’ safety after Trump shooting

Concerns raised for MPs’ safety after Trump shooting

Concerns raised for MPs’ safety after Trump shooting

14 July 2024

The former US president was targeted as he spoke at a rally in Pennsylvania on Saturday evening.


Ed Miliband aims for ‘rooftop solar revolution’ amid energy scheme approvals

Ed Miliband aims for ‘rooftop solar revolution’ amid energy scheme approvals

Ed Miliband aims for ‘rooftop solar revolution’ amid energy scheme approvals

14 July 2024

The Energy Secretary’s ambition comes after he approved three huge solar farms.


Tory leadership candidates already working to garner support – Lord Ben Houchen

Tory leadership candidates already working to garner support – Lord Ben Houchen

Tory leadership candidates already working to garner support – Lord Ben Houchen

14 July 2024

The Conservative mayor warned against an overly long Tory leadership contest, suggesting it should be over by the start of October.


Second child dies after five taken to hospital following East Ham house fire

Second child dies after five taken to hospital following East Ham house fire

Second child dies after five taken to hospital following East Ham house fire

14 July 2024

One child died overnight in hospital after another was pronounced dead at the scene on Napier Road on Saturday, the London Fire Brigade (LFB) said.


Manufacturing jobs in England fall while devolved nations see growth

Manufacturing jobs in England fall while devolved nations see growth

Manufacturing jobs in England fall while devolved nations see growth

14 July 2024

A report by Make UK and BDO said pressure on finding skilled people is still ‘severe’ as 64,000 vacancies remain in the manufacturing sector.


Scotland’s political leaders condemn ‘unacceptable’ Trump assassination attempt

Scotland’s political leaders condemn ‘unacceptable’ Trump assassination attempt

Scotland’s political leaders condemn ‘unacceptable’ Trump assassination attempt

14 July 2024

Former US president Donald Trump was injured during a campaign rally in Pennsylvania as he bids to return to the White House.


UK politicians condemn assassination attempt on former US president Donald Trump

UK politicians condemn assassination attempt on former US president Donald Trump

UK politicians condemn assassination attempt on former US president Donald Trump

14 July 2024

One person was killed at the rally when a gunman opened fire.


World leaders condemn Trump shooting as a ‘tragedy’ for democracy

World leaders condemn Trump shooting as a ‘tragedy’ for democracy

World leaders condemn Trump shooting as a ‘tragedy’ for democracy

14 July 2024

Ukrainian president Volodymyr Zelensky said he hopes the US ’emerges stronger’ from the assassination attempt.


Former Scottish Tory leader urges party to ‘get decision right’ on new leader

Former Scottish Tory leader urges party to ‘get decision right’ on new leader

Former Scottish Tory leader urges party to ‘get decision right’ on new leader

14 July 2024

Baroness Ruth Davidson said the Tories must take time to pick the correct successor to Rishi Sunak.


Donald Trump assassination attempt – what do we know so far?

Donald Trump assassination attempt – what do we know so far?

Donald Trump assassination attempt – what do we know so far?

14 July 2024

Images showed the bloodied former president defiantly pumping his fist in the air after shots were fired at a rally in Butler, Pennsylvania.


Blind boy with brain tumour takes on skydive after raising £169,000 for charity

Blind boy with brain tumour takes on skydive after raising £169,000 for charity

Blind boy with brain tumour takes on skydive after raising £169,000 for charity

14 July 2024

Jack Thompson, 16, is to take on the skydive on July 20 alongside his aunt, her friend and a Morrisons manager.


Kemi Badenoch backed as clear favourite to become Conservative Party leader

Kemi Badenoch backed as clear favourite to become Conservative Party leader

Kemi Badenoch backed as clear favourite to become Conservative Party leader

14 July 2024

New data has shown the former minister for women and equalities has the support of 25.83% of grassroots Tory members to replace Rishi Sunak.


England supporter declares confidence in Euros win with tattoo… before final

England supporter declares confidence in Euros win with tattoo… before final

England supporter declares confidence in Euros win with tattoo… before final

14 July 2024

Dan Thomas from Swindon had a tattoo of a trophy and the words ‘England Euro 2024 Winners’ on his leg before the final on Sunday.


Prime Minister condemns ‘appalling’ shooting at Donald Trump rally

Prime Minister condemns ‘appalling’ shooting at Donald Trump rally

Prime Minister condemns ‘appalling’ shooting at Donald Trump rally

14 July 2024

The former US president was rushed off the stage at a Pennsylvania rally as gunshots rang out.


Shutdown of crucial gene helps world’s deadliest cancer grow rapidly – study

Shutdown of crucial gene helps world’s deadliest cancer grow rapidly – study

Shutdown of crucial gene helps world’s deadliest cancer grow rapidly – study

14 July 2024

The findings raise hope for more effective treatments for pancreatic cancer, which has a poor survival rate.


Personality has more impact on satisfaction than circumstances, study suggests

Personality has more impact on satisfaction than circumstances, study suggests

Personality has more impact on satisfaction than circumstances, study suggests

14 July 2024

Researchers spoke to 20,000 people and those close to them to assess their level of general happiness with life.


Three in five secondary schools face challenge hiring language teachers – report

Three in five secondary schools face challenge hiring language teachers – report

Three in five secondary schools face challenge hiring language teachers – report

14 July 2024

Addressing the shortage of foreign language teachers is ‘crucial’ for equipping pupils with the skills they need to thrive, the British Council said.


Children risk becoming ‘forgotten generation’ due to NHS waits – report

Children risk becoming ‘forgotten generation’ due to NHS waits – report

Children risk becoming ‘forgotten generation’ due to NHS waits – report

14 July 2024

One trust reported that waiting times for children’s autism assessments had increased from around 14 months pre-pandemic to 38 months now.


Average price tag on a home fell by £1,617 month-on-month in July – Rightmove

Average price tag on a home fell by £1,617 month-on-month in July – Rightmove

Average price tag on a home fell by £1,617 month-on-month in July – Rightmove

14 July 2024

The price fall was bigger than usual for July, with the distractions of the General Election, sporting events and holidays, Rightmove said.


What the papers say – July 14

What the papers say – July 14

What the papers say – July 14

14 July 2024

Football fever takes over the front pages of Sunday’s newspapers ahead of the Euro 2024 final.


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