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UK authorises Merck antiviral Covid pill. All you need to know about the drug
The UK has recommended molnupiravir for use in people with mild to moderate Covid-19 and at least one risk factor for developing severe illness, such as obesity, older age diabetes, and heart disease. The UK has granted conditional authorisation to Merck's
Fans excited by potential of new-look Ireland team, says boss Stephen Kenny
Stephen Kenny is confident people are “excited” about his new-look Republic of Ireland team as he rebuilds for a tilt at qualification for Euro 2024. Ireland will bring an end to their World Cup qualifying campaign next week when they face Portugal
Marcus Rashford back in the England squad for first time since Euro 2020
Marcus Rashford returned to the England squad for the first time since Euro 2020 but Manchester United team-mates Jadon Sancho and Jesse Lingard missed out. Gareth Southgate named a 25-man squad for the final World Cup qualifiers at home to Albania and away to
Tesla effect? Investors reluctant on EV IPOs in Europe
European firms are struggling to gain a slice of the electric-vehicle frenzy that’s pushed Tesla Inc. above $1 trillion, with investors reluctant to give lofty valuations to new entrants. Electricite de France SA-backed Pod Point Group Holdings Plc,
Brexit red tape knocks £17bn off UK trade with EU in just three months, watchdog finds
Brexit swiped £17bn from UK trade with the EU in just three months as new costs and red tape punished businesses, a spending watchdog has found. Firms also filled in
Tiny house in wealthy Boston suburb sells for $315,000
NEWTON, Mass. — A tiny home in a wealthy Boston suburb has sold after about a month on the market, albeit for far less than the original asking price of
COP26: Britain Hails Global Deals to End Coal but Plans New Mine
The "end of coal" is in sight, according to Britain
COP26: Britain Hails Global Deals to 'End Coal' but Plans New Mine
The "end of coal" is in sight, according to Britain, host of the COP26 climate summit, after dozens of countries pledged to stop using coal and end the financing of fossil fuels. Burning coal is the single biggest contributor to climate change, accounting for
Aide who traveled with Biden to Europe tests positive for COVID-19: reports
An aide who travelled with President BidenJoe BidenDemocrats hit panic button after Virginia collapse Manchin says he won't vote to overrule Senate parliamentarian Carville blames 'stupid wokeness' for Democratic losses MORE to Europe last week has tested
1MDB gets go-ahead to pursue Abu Dhabi's Ipic, Aabar in UK court
NEW YORK (Bloomberg): Malaysia was given the go-ahead by a London judge to continue its pursuit against Abu Dhabi’s sovereign wealth fund for its role in the multi billion-dollar 1MDB scandal. Read full story ...
UK: XR activists hold anti-military rally in Glasgow as COP26 continues
Dozens of Extinction Rebellion activists gathered outside the Home Office's branch in Glasgow, on
Boris Johnson left counting the cost of Owen Paterson debacle
The fallout from the Owen Paterson row has continued with Boris Johnson left counting the cost of a humiliating Government U-turn. The Prime Minister now faces the prospect of a by-election in North Shropshire which will be dominated by allegations of sleaze
Portugal heads to polls on Jan 30, political stability fades
LISBON (REUTERS) - Portugal will head to the polls on Jan 30 for a snap election called by the country's president on Thursday (Nov 4), a week after Parliament threw out the minority Socialist government's 2022 budget Bill, ending six years of relative
Centre of Italy's anti-vaccine protests is now a Covid-19 hotspot
TRIESTE, ITALY (NYTIMES) - When Italy introduced Europe's toughest and most expansive health pass last month, the north-eastern port city of Trieste became the epicentre of protests as vaccine skeptics marched alongside dock workers who shouted that the
Nearly all-white jury to hear US murder trial of black jogger Ahmaud Arbery
Opening arguments begin on Friday in the trial of three white men charged
93 students from Europe Dalla Fabrice Foundation and Education Center for Europe
The training mobility and professional update initiative aimed at 93 students, 55 teachers and school managers from 25 high schools in Ravenna, Rimini and Ferrara took place in Europe from September to October. The work was done thanks to the sixth edition of
German Covid cases soar as WHO warns over Europe deaths
Frankfurt, Germany – Daily Covid infections hit an all-time high in Germany Thursday as the World Health Organization warned that another 500,000 people could die across Europe, with cases once again on the rise. The dire projection came as the UK became
Europe once again COVID-19 epicenter: WHO
The current pace of transmission across the 53 countries of the WHO European Region is of grave concern as COVID-19 cases are once again approaching record levels, and the unprecedented increase is due to insufficient vaccination coverage and the relaxation of
Ventilate your home to stop Covid spread, government says
UK-wide campaign will ask people to open their windows for 10 minutes every hour when they are socialising Coronavirus – latest updates See all our coronavirus coverage People are being urged to open their windows for 10 minutes every hour when they are
Dual-drug treatment offers hope to children with rare brain cancer
Scientists make ‘promising’ breakthrough on fast-growing DIPG type of tumour Scientists have successfully combined two existing cancer drugs to create a treatment for children diagnosed with deadly brain tumours. Diffuse intrinsic pontine glioma (DIPG), a rare
Plantation Wharf housing development could be renamed over ‘sickening’ slave trade links
Owners of a luxury housing complex in London called Plantation Wharf are consulting over a name change due to its links to the slave trade as critics say its identity has racist undertones. The development in
Delayed UK border checks increase risk of smuggling and trade disputes
Lack of controls on goods from EU is not sustainable warns watchdog ...
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Youth activists to march through Glasgow demanding climate action at Cop26
Youth activists are taking to the streets of Glasgow to demand action on climate change from leaders and politicians as the Cop26 talks continue. Campaigner Greta Thunberg, fellow activist Vanessa Nakate and other young campaigners, as well as local trade
NHS receives £5m in funding to combat brain injuries during birth
The NHS will receive £3 million more to reduce brain injuries at birth in the face of spiralling maternity claims costs. It follows an earlier investment of £2 million to develop tools and training to manage maternity complications. These include better
Foreign currency sales soar due to US and winter sunspot trips
Foreign currency sales illustrate the high level of pent-up demand among UK holidaymakers to visit the USA and winter sunspots. Post Office Travel Money said demand for US dollars more than doubled in September and October compared with the same months in
Iceberg brought to Cop26 by climate scientists and actor Rainn Wilson
Climate scientists have brought an iceberg and glacial meltwater from Greenland to Cop26 in Glasgow with the help of The Office actor Rainn Wilson. Arctic Basecamp said they shipped the four ton block of ice, originally part of a larger glacier, as a visible
Handling of post-Brexit border praised but temporary measures ‘not sustainable’
The Government’s handling of the new border with the EU was “largely successful” but relied on temporary measures that are “not sustainable”, the National Audit Office has said. In a review of initial work to establish border controls following Brexit, the NAO
UK becomes first to approve take-at-home COVID treatment pill
WORLD UK becomes first to approve take-at-home COVID treatment pill Photo credit: www.merck.com " data-media=""> 04/11/2021 09:10 PM LONDON, Nov 4 -- The United Kingdom became the first country in the world to approve a COVID-19 treatment pill that can be
WHO warns Europe is ‘back at epicentre of the pandemic’
Germany The highest number of new infections in a single day were recorded as the World Health Organisation warned that Europe was
Bank of England holds rates at record low despite fears of inflation
The Bank of England warned that inflation would rise more sharply than expected as it defied market expectations yesterday by
Ill wind in eastern Europe blows Wizz Air off course
Poor vaccination rates and rising levels of Covid-19 infections in Wizz Air’s core markets in eastern Europe have held back the
Newspaper headlines: 'Tory Owen goal' and 'horror at the morgue'
The resignation of Tory MP Owen Paterson and the trial of David Fuller feature on the front pages. ...
Eddie Jones trusts in leaders Ellis Genge, Tom Curry and Courtney Lawes to begin England revolution
Eddie Jones enjoys a car analogy, having branded Maro Itoje as a Vauxhall Viva when the Saracens lock first broke into
Fresh new-look England back three guided by ‘consummate professional’ Jonny May
The rejuvenated team that Eddie Jones had promised this autumn has materialised only in part for the game against
Eddie Jones turns to consultants to pick England’s leaders
Eddie Jones has enlisted the help of management consultants with the aim of making his England senior players the “best
Jos Buttler: Pilates, range-hitting and an inquisitive mind – how England star became world’s best
Technique He’s got really quick hands through the ball. Bat speed is a crucial part of power hitting but he also knows
Fast-bowling coach Troy Cooley returns to help England in build-up to first Ashes Test
Australian-born Troy Cooley, who helped England to win the Ashes in 2005, is set to rejoin the England team as fast
Just your average, crazy night in Europe for Celtic
In no sense were Ferencvaros capable of keeping Celtic out in Budapest last night. Yeah, yeah, the Hungarians said no
Triple blast keeps Celtic in Europe beyond Christmas
Celtic manager Ange Postecoglou praised his high-class strikers for the goals which beat Ferencvaros 3-2 in Budapest and
EU protocol proposals backed by Northern Ireland voters
A majority of people in Northern Ireland back the European Union’s proposals to resolve trade issues with the Brexit protocol, a
Drug to treat Covid patients under review in Ireland
Ireland’s medicines regulator has said it is working with the European Medicines Agency in a review of molnupiravir, an
Dan Sheehan’s selection for Ireland is triumph against the odds
Given that he has only just passed his 23rd birthday, Dan Sheehan might not like the description of “late developer”. Yet he
Lionel Blair: a life in pictures
Lionel Blair, who had a seven-decade long career as an actor, dancer, entertainer and presenter, has died at the age of 92 Lionel Blair: veteran actor, dancer and entertainer dies aged 92 ...
Two men charged over fatal stabbing in Reading
Two men have been charged in connection with the stabbing death of a 22-year-old man in the Tilehurst suburb of Reading on Sunday, police said. Thames Valley Police (TVP) said 18-year-old Hamzah Ahmed, of Reading, has been charged with murder, while Umer
Ed Balls and Robert Rinder to guest host Good Morning Britain
Former Labour shadow chancellor Ed Balls and TV judge Robert Rinder have been announced as guest hosts on Good Morning Britain. Strictly Come Dancing star Balls, 54, will appear alongside Susanna Reid for three days from Monday November 15, ITV said. Rinder, a
CAO portal opens today, including apprenticeship link for first time
Online applications for college places for the 2022 academic year open at noon today and will remain open until late January. For the first time, students this year will also be able to find out about further education courses and apprenticeships via the CAO
Pfizer applies for EU approval of its corona vaccine for children of up to five ...
Pfizer/BioNTech has applied for approval of
Covid cases hit new record in Germany as WHO warns of spread in Europe
Daily Covid infections hit an all-time high in Germany Thursday as the World Health Organization warned that another 500,000 people could die across Europe, with cases once again on the rise. ...
Teenager charged with planning far-right terror attack targeting police, drag queens and ‘Muslim rape gangs’
A teenager has been charged with planning a far-right terror attack against potential targets including police stations, drag queens
UNICEF Refugee and Migrant Crisis in Europe: Humanitarian Situation Report #41 (Reporting period: 1 July to 30 September 2021)
Between July and September 2021, approximately 61,000 refugees and migrants arrived in Greece, Italy, Bulgaria, Serbia, Bosnia and Herzegovina and Montenegro.1 Compared to the previous quarter, the number of arrivals increased drastically in Bulgaria (+208%),
Environmental group loses High Court bid over Roscommon flooding pipe
An environmental group has lost a legal bid to bring the chief executive of Roscommon County Council before the High Court for alleged contempt over the council's decision to restart works on a pipe designed to prevent flooding at a lake in the county. In
HSE urges online booking amid Limerick Covid test surge
The HSE is urging people in Limerick to pre-book their appointments if presenting for Covid-19 tests. It comes as HSE Mid West Community Healthcare, which operates test centres across the region, is now conducting more
Judge Robert Rinder and Ed Balls to join Good Morning Britain as hosts as part ...
Judge Rob Rinder and former Shadow Chancellor Ed Balls are set to join Good Morning Britain as hosts as part of a new 'supergroup rota'/ Television personality Rob, 43, and one-time Strictly Come Dancing star Ed, 54, will be holding guest spots alongside
EU Drug Regulator to Expedite Authorization of Merck COVID Pill
The European Union's drug regulator, the
EU drug regulator considers AstraZeneca booster
Europe's drug regulator has confirmed it is currently
WHO: Europe the ‘epicentre’ of COVID-19
The World Health Organisation has issued a grave warning for European countries over the alarming spread of the
Ex-England captain Michael Vaughan denies making racist comment to players of Asian heritage
Ex-England captain Michael Vaughan has has denied he told former Yorkshire teammate Azeem Rafiq and two other players of Asian heritage there were “too many of you lot”. As the fall-out from the county’s handling of the investigation into Rafiq’s allegations
Nasa to deflect asteroid in test of ‘planetary defence’
In the 1998 Hollywood blockbuster Armageddon, Bruce Willis and Ben Affleck
Bill Gates wants US & UK to spend billions on ‘germ games’
Activist-philanthropist Bill Gates has raised alarms with critics by suggesting that billions of dollars be invested into a global pandemic task force running “germ games” to prepare for future outbreaks or biological attacks. Gates made his comments during a
They want to play for England – Gareth Southgate leaps to defence of young stars
“I know people say I’m inconsistent, but I don’t think I am. If you’re playing regularly for your club, you’ve got a much better chance of us
Charles says accepting invite to Cop26 protest would be ‘difficult’
The Prince of Wales has been invited to join Gretna Thunberg and thousands of activists on a climate change march through Glasgow, but said taking part would be “difficult”. Charles sympathised with the “frustration” of the younger generation in a speech to
Surge in Europe Covid-19 cases 'a warning shot' for world - WHO
Germany has recorded almost 34,000 daily Covid cases in the past 24 hours, its highest number so far, in what the health minister is calling a "massive pandemic of the unvaccinated". The World Health Organization (WHO) has warned of a possible half a million
Is France’s porn industry having its #MeToo moment?
Four French porn actors have been charged with rape in what’s being called the French porn industry’s #MeToo moment. Feminist organisations are calling for “the end of impunity” in the sector. ...
Dua Lipa, Pa Salieu, Little Simz and Celeste winners at UK Music Video Awards
Dua Lipa, Pa Salieu, Joy Crookes, Little Simz, Celeste and Bicep were among the British artists who were honoured at the UK Music Video Awards 2021, held at The Roundhouse in London this evening, November 4th. Dua, Salieu and Crookes claimed two awards apiece
UK university staff to strike over cuts to pension benefits
Employees at dozens of academic institutions back industrial action in dispute dating back to 2018 Strikes are set to take place at dozens of universities across the UK, potentially before Christmas, after University and College Union members backed industrial
Chinese foreign ministry highlights EU firms’ success in China
Record high revenues and profits for EU businesses
U.S. President Biden, European Commission President von der Leyen and UK Prime minister Johnson announce ...
Building on the June 2021 commitment of G7 Leaders to launch
UK Funeral Director - Newborn baby deaths increase 10X
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WOKE LEFTIST UK SCHOOL ASKS BOYS TO WEAR SKIRTS TO PROMOTE “EQUALITY” BECAUSE "REASONS"
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First pill to treat Covid gets approval in UK
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Man pleads guilty in cocaine plot tied to couple's abduction
A Montreal man pleaded guilty in federal court Thursday in Vermont to being part of an effort to smuggle 1,500 kilos (3,300 pounds) of cocaine from Peru to Vermont and then to Canada in a plot that prosecutors say was connected to the kidnapping of an older
Controversial introduction of gender neutral tees in UK
Gender neutral tees are starting to make a debut at golf clubs in the UK. The latest to make the
A special place in hell for one of Britain's most hideous criminals: Warped killer abused ...
After their daughter Wendy was murdered in 1987, Bill and Pamela Knell were given a bottle of champagne by a well-meaning friend to celebrate the moment when her killer was caught. Within a few years, they had thrown it away in frustration. ‘We don’t want to
Council of Europe awards Dosta! Prize to Greek municipality of Argostoli
The Congress of Local and Regional Authorities of the Council of Europe during its 41st Session, award the Greek municipality of Argostoli the Dosta! Prize for its initiatives promoting the integration of Roma and Travellers. Also awarded were the
'There's a lot of people who love the place'
Jamie Dornan and Caitríona Balfe join Sir Kenneth Branagh on the red carpet for the Irish premiere of Belfast. ...
In Pictures: Lionel Blair mixed with stars and royalty in seven-decade career
The dancer, actor and presenter has died at the age of 92. ...
Developed nations ‘will deliver 100 billion dollar climate target next year’
Recent estimates suggested the target would not be met until next year. ...
Police video shows moment David Fuller arrested
David Fuller murdered Wendy Knell and Caroline Pierce in Kent, and later abused 100 corpses.
Push it jumps to No. 1 on App Store promising a way to send push ...
A new app called Push It is sitting at the top of the App Store promising little more than the ability to send “push notifications to your friends.” The app features only two screenshots — one of a big red button and another basic,
Shaping Norway’s Regional Air Connectivity – The Story Of Widerøe
Norwegian regional airline Widerøe has a colorful and fascinating history. Stretching back almost 90 years, the airline grew from its humble beginnings to become a cornerstone of Norwegian aviation. Its focus on short takeoff and landing airports has allowed
Met Police HUMILIATED By Insulate Britain AGAIN 😡
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First at-home Covid-19 pill approved in the UK will be 'life-changing' for shielders
First at-home Covid-19 pill approved in the UK will be 'life-changing' for shielders ...
UK first country to approve anti-Covid pill
Britain on Thursday became the first country to approve an anti-Covid pill, as it greenlit the use of Merck’s antiviral drug to treat patients suffering from mild to moderate coronavirus, regulators said. ...
The top Greater Manchester news stories today - Thursday, November 4, 2021
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US judge sets January hearing for Prince Andrew lawyers in Virginia Giuffre case
Lawyers expected to argue for dismissal of Giuffre’s lawsuit accusing Duke of York of sexual abuse when she was under 18 A US federal judge in New York on Thursday scheduled a 4 January hearing where lawyers for Britain’s Prince Andrew are expected to argue
Lionel Blair: veteran actor, dancer and entertainer dies aged 92
Management company says he died on Thursday morning surrounded by his family Lionel Blair, the veteran actor, dancer and entertainer, has died at the age of 92, his agent has reportedly said. Blair, who grew up in Stamford Hill, north London after his family
Europe ‘at the epicentre’ of Covid pandemic again, warns WHO – video
WHO chiefs have warned Europe is ‘at the epicentre’ of the pandemic after uneven vaccine coverage and a relaxation of preventive measures across the 53 countries in the region. Hans Kluge of the World Health Organization has said cases are again at near-record
UK Police Arrest 59 Eco-Activists Protesting in Front of Parliament
MOSCOW (UrduPoint News / Sputnik - 05th November, 2021) Fifty-nine eco-activists of the Insulate Britain movement, who blocked traffic on several London streets leading to the
Ballymoney: Woman dies following crash between car and lorry
A woman has died and a man has been injured following a crash between a car and a lorry in County Antrim. It happened on the Frosses Road in Ballymoney at about 14:50 GMT
Minister for Foreign Affairs visits refugees in Jordan
Minister for Foreign Affairs Simon Coveney has arrived in Jordan, where he opened a new embassy, in a move he said he hoped would deepen ties between the two countries. Whilst in the capital Amman, Mr Coveney also visited a UNHCR community centre for refugees,
