Protests to continue over Israel-Palestine conflict, despite ceasefire
Protests are continuing across the UK in support of Palestine, after the continuing violence in Gaza. It is estimated that over 200,000 people have joined the protests in the UK over the past few weeks, highlighting the importance of support…
LGBT panel broke down over Gender Recognition Act ‘disagreement’
Equalities Minister Liz Truss has admitted that ‘disagreements’ over the Gender Recognition Act were to blame for the closure of the governments’ LGBT advisory panel. Members of the LGBT advisory board resigned as they felt the minister and Kemi Badenoch…
How will Harambe’s legacy affect the future of gorilla conservation?
It has been five years since Harambe, a 17-year old western lowland gorilla, was tragically shot dead at the Cincinnati Zoo in Ohio. His death prompted countless conservationists and animal lovers to call for greater measures to be taken to…
Eurovision finally returning after Covid cancellation last year
The Eurovision Song Contest is finally back on our screens this Saturday after last year’s event was cancelled as a result of the pandemic. This year’s competition will be held at the Rotterdam Ahoy Arena after the Netherlands’ triumph in…
UK Government remains uncertain over Covid vaccine passports
The UK government is still debating whether or not to implement a Covid vaccine passport which would allow people to travel abroad once they have had the jab. Vaccine Minister Nadhim Zahawi, had ruled out the use of a vaccine…
Fishers’ fury continues over Brexit ‘teething problems’ at ports
Fishing organisations are continuing to criticise the government over its lack of preparedness following Britain’s exit from the European Union. Increased checks and delays at major ports have prompted the Prime Minister to pledge £23 million to compensate those who…
Today In History: Kobe Bryant makes history with 81 point game
Fifteen years ago today, Kobe Bryant scored 81 points for the Los Angeles Lakers, becoming the second highest scoring individual game in NBA history. His 81 points places him nicely in second position behind Wilt Chamberlain and his 100 point…
New Zealand legalises assisted dying. Why can’t the UK?
New Zealand has become the most recent country to legalise euthanasia, after 65% of the population voted to allow the procedure to take place for those with a terminal illness. The support for assisted dying around the world has become…
Boris Johnson tells Britain to prepare for ‘No Deal’ Brexit after failed EU talks
Prime Minister Boris Johnson has announced that progress with the European Union on a potential trade deal isn’t moving as fast as was originally planned, potentially resulting in a ‘No Deal’ Brexit. Johnson admitted that the plans were originally for…
Lancashire placed into tier 3 lockdown as Covid rates soar
Lancashire has been placed into a tier three lockdown by the government to help stop the spread of the coronavirus. A tier three lockdown means that all pubs and bars will be shut, unless they can act as restaurants only,…