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Apple iPad Test Could Detect Initial Signs of Alzheimer’s
Apple iPad Test Could Detect Initial Signs of Alzheimer’s
Was Lockerbie Bomber Megrahi Freed to Shift Gaddafi’s Position on BP Oil Deal?
As the scandal surrounding the release of the Lockerbie bomber refuses to die down, new allegations implicating the signature of a BP oil deal have emerged.
Time for Cameron to Prove he is not a ‘European Enthusiast’ and Call European Union Membership Referendum
David Cameron’s appearance in front of MP’s yesterday at the House of Commons Liaison Committee has done little to quieten the calls for a vote on continuing European Union membership within the ranks of his party.
Scottish Conservatives Must Deal with the Legacy of Margaret Thatcher Before the Party Can Move Forward
Scottish Conservative’s Must Deal with the Legacy of Margaret Thatcher Before the Party Can Move Forward
New H5N1 Bird Flu Strain Deadlier Says UN
The United Nations reported Monday that a deadlier strain of the bird flu virus had been discovered in the Far East.
Twitter Campaign Triggers Commons Debate on Hillsborough Disaster
A petition calling on the UK Government to release all official documents relating to the Hillsborough disaster 15 April 1989 may result in a debate in Parliament.
London Riots 2011: Tough sentences show David Cameron is on riot victims' side
Human rights groups have expressed concern over the length of sentencing handed down to those convicted of offences during the rioting.
London Riots: Police Cuts Will Bring Further Riots to Streets of London Says Mayor
The Mayor of London Boris Johnson has called on Prime Minster David Cameron and Home Secretary Theresa May to have a rethink on the depth of police cuts as the scale of the damage and violence of four days of riots in London becomes clearer.
Financial Markets Meltdown: Will Britain Suffer?
Financial Markets Meltdown: Will Britain Suffer?
News of the World and a Reply to Mr Chris Steiner
In 1979, I was sent on one of those junior/mid management courses that stressed team awareness and interplay through much physical stress but where the individual was also given the opportunity to lead the group and each had to prepare two or three presentations. In turn, a few guest speakers had been invited to give talks on their specialist field and answer any questions.
UK Set for 2-Week Tropical Heat Wave
The United Kingdom is set for a two week tropical heat wave with temperatures to soar above 30C for most of the two-week period.
Amy Winehouse: Remember the Singing Not the Struggle
The 27-year-old British singer clearly suffered an on-going battle with alcohol and drugs. Yet through here vulnerable and powerful soul sound, managed to secure a firm place in music history. Remember her for the musical accomplishments which she achieved:
Amy Winehouse: Rise and Demise of a Legendary Soul Singer
Amy Winehouse, highly noted for her raw and soulful voice, passed away aged 27, following an also highly noted drug and alcohol battle.
Osborne Fears New Economic Crisis and Eurozone Faces Its ‘Lehman Moment’
Britain's Chancellor George Osborne has warned European leaders to 'get a grip' ahead of the Brussels Summit later today or risk a financial crisis that would be as deep as the 2008 recession
British Museum to Stage World’s Largest Hajj Exhibition
The world's largest exhibition on the Hajj, the pilgrimage to Mecca, is to be staged at the British Museum.
Obama Top Recipient of Murdoch’s News Corp. Donations?
Political donations by News Corp., its employees and their families were evenly split between Democrats and Republicans, with President Obama the all-time leading recipient, according to a report from the Sunlight Foundation.
UK Global Power Status not Possible if Defence Cuts Continue says Think Tank
The United Kingdom will not be able to maintain their position as a Global power if the Government continue to cut British defences, according to a report by the Henry Jackson Society.
Rupert Murdoch Apology Letter [FULL TEXT]
Rupert Murdoch Apology Letter
Will National Apology Restore News International’s Damaged Reputation?
Will National Apology Restore News International’s Damaged Reputation?
What’s next for Rebekah Brooks?
Rebekah Brooks has finally resigned as chief executive of News International, following weeks of dyer scandal involving phone hacking.
Trio jailed for sophisticated hacking of U.K banking system
Trio jailed for sophisticated hacking of U.K banking system
Driverless electric cars set for streets of London?
General Motors want to produce their Ev-V Pride driverless electric car in the U.K.
Santander U.K to bring call centres back to the UK
Santander has finally taken heed to the thousands of customer complains about the company's call centers in India, and have closed two in a move that will see the call centers return to Britain.
Delay in Virgin pilot strike dates is causing frustration to British travellers
Virgin Atlantic pilots have voted overwhelmingly to strike over a four per cent pay increase. The strike, which has mass support amongst pilots, had a turnout of 94 per cent with 97 per cent voting in favour of industrial action. It is a significant blow to British travellers who will no doubt face holiday chaos this summer. The strike will affect key routes flown by Britain's, including Florida, the Caribbean, the Far East and Australia. The first walk out is expected this July.
Afghanistan: Obama Announces 33,000-Troop Cut From Afghanistan
President Obama has ordered 33,000 U.S. troops out of Afghanistan in the next 14 months with 10,000 to be withdrawn by the end of this year. The timetable settled on by the president after a vigorous internal review was faster than sought by some top military commanders but much slower than demanded by many domestic political critics.
Why the Greek economic crisis matters to the United Kingdom
The Greek economic crisis may affect the Eurozone first, with France and Germany set to lose a vast amount of money if Greece defaults, but there will be considerable damage done to the United Kingdom as well.
Half of Glastonbury ticket websites are bogus
New report shows that falf of Glastonbury ticket websites are bogus
Libyan Crisis: Nine civilians killed in airstrikes, has Nato gone too far?
Nato has admitted "a weapons systems failure" may have led to civilian casualties in Sunday morning's air strike in the Libyan capital, Tripoli.
Anglican Church clears the way for gay bishops
The Anglican Church is to set approve controversial guidelines allowing openly homosexual clergy to become bishops
Susan Boyle the musical to hit the stage
Susan Boyle's meteoric rise in fame since she came in second on Britain's Got Talent will be brought to life in a new stage musical