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Air hostess arrested for drug dealing following COVID-19 job loss
After losing her job, the air hostess started storing and transporting drugs for her boyfriend, she met on a dating site.
NHS COVID-19 app encounters another major issue, draws criticism once again
Following the controversial failure of the "Operation Moonshot" mass testing this is another setback that might lead to a public outcry.
Man brutally bludgeons seagull to death for stealing sandwich
A petition has been created to urge the prosecution of the man responsible for the wild animal's death.
COVID-19 testing debacle in the UK draws harsh criticism from top lawmakers
Resources currently available were purportedly insufficient to handle the demand, which led to backlogs among several laboratories.
Killer whales launch unusual attack on boats leaving sailors injured
Scientists baffled by the string of unusual activity exhibited by the mammals near Portugal and Spain.
NHS COVID-19 contact tracing app to require businesses to put up QR code for users to scan
Establishments that normally see folks gather for more than 15 minutes will be asked to put up QR code posters designated by the government.
AstraZeneca virus vaccine final phase trials resume after setback: University of Oxford
Even though the delay might have surprised the public, those involved with the development of vaccines and drugs are familiar with instances such as this.
Four arrested after sexual assault of two British teens in Italy
The police swiftly arrested a group of men after the teens managed to fight off the attackers and report the crime.
Dental experts warn against TikTok trend of whitening teeth with bleach
TikTok users have been using hydrogen peroxide to whiten their teeth claiming it to be a cheaper alternative to whitening strips and dentist visits.
5G and 4G services to improve after UK regulators fully clear 700 MHz spectrum band
This was a major undertaking that reportedly took four years at a staggering cost of £350 million to establish the infrastructure to support it.
Man stabs partner over 20 times and sends gruesome picture to her family
The convicted man has been sentenced to life in prison for the brutal murder of his partner.
Three British youths detained after elderly woman gets killed by speedboat in Corfu
Police questioned the suspects believed to have absconded on the boat after it crashed into the 60-year-old woman who was swimming.
Manchester United star Marcus Rashford launches partnership with food giants to end child hunger
Rashford and some of the biggest UK food brands have formed a task force to battle child food poverty.
Police prevents suicide after woman in Delhi e-mails Boris Johnson for help
Within two hours of the e-mail being sent, Delhi police tracked down the woman and saved her life.
Mother suspected to have drowned 7-year-old before hanging herself
Police are investigating the deaths but are not looking for any suspects in connection with the tragic incident.
British teen dies after being hit by speedboat while snorkelling in Tahiti
The family was on a trip around the world when the tragic incident occurred earlier this month.
Coronavirus: UK test and trace services reveal an upsurge of new infections
So far, the government's contact tracing programme has identified 6,616 individuals who have recently tested positive for SARS-CoV-2.
Depression cases doubling in the UK amid pandemic: Office for National Statistics
As shown by the information, the rate shot up when lockdowns were imposed across the globe due to the coronavirus outbreak.
North Korean asylum seeker claims neighbour has been harassing her family
The woman took to social media to find assistance after she was allegedly assaulted by the neighbour on multiple occasions.
Coronavirus NHS test and trace programme shows increasing number of cases in UK
Contact tracing and other preventive measures continue to be the best course of action until a medical breakthrough becomes available.
Man thought to be murdered and missing for five years found living in woods
The Lithuanian man feared to have been murdered was discovered hiding last month by police.
UK govt securing 60mn more doses of virus vaccine from two pharmaceutical firms
Once the coronavirus vaccine is approved for use, the British government plans to prioritise those in the social services and healthcare sectors.
Terrified roller coaster riders get stuck 150 feet in the air for two hours
Some of the amusement park visitors were stuck on the ride for hours after it broke down near the top of a slope.
Manchester City vs. Real Madrid UCL match faces venue change as UK imposes new quarantine rules
The second leg of the round-of-16 clash was originally meant to be played at the Etihad Stadium in Manchester.
Endangered shark dies after unsuccessful rescue attempts
The basking shark that kept trying to beach itself was euthanised after a poor prognosis.
Snooker star Ronnie O'Sullivan warns against risks of Crucible crowd
O'Sullivan says allowing crowds to watch the World Championship is an "unnecessary risk."
TikTok confirms plans to open London HQ still on table amid controversial backlash
The video-sharing and social networking service has been allegedly collecting personal information for China, as speculated by tech pundits.
Miss Swimsuit UK gets title stripped over 'All Lives Matter' post
A Facebook rant questioning George Floyd's innocence and stating "All Lives Matter" led to the reigning title holder's removal from the pageant's website.
Elderly woman dies after receiving intravenous vitamin therapy
The therapist who is suspected to have administered the treatment leading to the woman's death has been arrested.
Johnson holds care home and hospital workers accountable for rising COVID-19 death toll
Majority of the care providers felt insulted given that they have gone beyond what was expected of them.