Thursday, August 30, 2018

Government proposes energy drinks ban for children

High levels of sugar and caffeine have been linked to obesity and other health issues.

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Nicola Sturgeon's 'huge sadness' as Alex Salmond resigns

Scotland's first minister says she was upset but sexual misconduct claims must not be ignored.

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Rohingya crisis: Myanmar leader Suu Kyi 'should have resigned'

The UN rights chief says she could have returned to house arrest instead of endorsing the military.

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Bereavement allowance: Widowed mum on why her kids are penalised

Sarah Cripps is not entitled to bereavement benefits because she was not married to her partner.

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Bystanders film Coventry police officer knocked off bike during chase

Onlookers are criticised for filming an officer being knocked off his bike rather than helping.

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Emails while commuting 'should count as work'

Wider access to wi-fi on trains and the use of mobile phones has extended the working day, a study says.

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The Duke of Sussex gets on stage with the Hamilton cast

The Duke and Duchess of Sussex attend a charity performance of the hit musical in London's West End.

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Wonga: Where have all the borrowers gone?

Wonga is on the brink and other short-term lenders have collapsed - but where have their customers gone?

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Dyson gears up for electric car testing

Plans are unveiled for a 10-mile test track in Wiltshire to test the electric vehicle being developed by Dyson.

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England's schools face 'severe' teacher shortage

A lack of of specialists in maths and science is worse in poorer areas of England, a study claims.

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Sam Allardyce: Undercover investigation 'in public interest', says report

An undercover investigation that led to Sam Allardyce's departure as England boss was in the public interest, a report finds - but it upholds three complaints by Allardyce.

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Quiz: Who went wild about Harry?

It's the weekly news quiz - have you been paying attention to what's been going on in the world over the past seven days? from BBC...