News bulletin 2021/12/21 22:34

York Press
Big bills for motorists who didn't respond to court summons
Four drivers and car owners are facing large bills after they failed to respond to court summons and were convicted in their absence.
a day ago
The Independent
Bristol Balloon Fiesta: Dozens of hot air balloons fill sky as they take flight
Bristol Balloon Fiesta: Dozens of hot air balloons fill sky as they take flight.Source: James Acres, Twitter
13 hours ago
PA Media: UK News
Transplant hope for minorities as researchers alter donor kidney blood type
The development could increase the supply of kidneys available for transplant.
4 hours ago
AFP
Man Utd battered by Brentford as Man City, Arsenal maintain perfect start
Manchester United suffered an embarrassing 4-0 thrashing by Brentford to sink to the bottom of the Premier League on Saturday, while Manchester City went top as the champions rolled over Bournemouth 4-0.
a day ago
Sky News
Internet providers urged to offer 'social tariffs' to cut bills for lower-income households
Ministers are urging all broadband providers to offer "social tariffs" allowing low-income households to receive discounted mobile and internet deals to ease the pressure of rising living costs. A new service, which will go live this week and be run by the Department for Work and Pensions, will allow internet providers to verify, with customers' permission, whether they are in receipt of a relevant benefit and therefore eligible for extra financial support. The government says the scheme, which is already supported by Virgin Media O2, could in some cases save households hundreds of pounds a year.
11 hours ago
The Independent
Scottish salmon industry facing ‘acute’ labour shortages, bosses warn
Industry bosses have written to Rishi Sunak and Liz Truss, calling for a more enlightened approach to immigration to assist businesses.
4 hours ago
PA Media: UK News
Johnson announces dementia mission in memory of Dame Barbara Windsor
The Carry on and EastEnders star campaigned to raise awareness after being diagnosed with the disease.
a day ago
The Guardian
Jessica Gadirova retains her European title in women’s floor exercise
The 17‑year‑old British gymnast Jessica Gadirova overcame moments of self-doubt to retain her European floor title
8 hours ago
Evening Standard
Met Police Covid fine for ‘partying’ while sitting at desk was ‘slap in face’, says cleared office worker
Gregory Vooght was accused by the Metropolitan Police of flouting the pandemic restrictions, but told a court he was sitting at his desk working when officers arrived.
2 days ago
Evening Standard
Wildfires spark across the UK as thunderstorms to provide brief respite
The Met Office has warned of torrential downpours and possible flooding over the next few days
8 hours ago
Euronews
European firefighters help fight blaze in Gironde
Firefighters from across Europe have joined their French counterparts to help battle several wildfires, including in the south-west of the country.
a day ago
Storyful
Haboob Sweeps Northwest Arizona Amid Dust Storm Warning
A haboob swept Arizona’s northwest amid a dust storm warning issued for the region on August 9.Footage taken by Mark Shaver in Meadview shows a wall of dust gliding across the desert. Credit: Mark Shaver via Storyful
3 hours ago
The Independent
What the papers say – August 14
Cost-of-living concerns mix with the ghost of George Best in the Sunday splashes.
21 hours ago
Herald Scotland
‘Perk’ of hybrid work threatens staff dissent
With Scotland recording the biggest increase in home working of all the UK regions during the first quarter of this year, one recruitment expert is warning of a growing divide between the “haves” and “have-nots” of hybrid employment.
2 days ago
The Guardian
Notes on chocolate: nutty treats with all the extras
Unusual variations on a classic combination
20 hours ago
The Independent
Will Liz Truss be the ‘war on woke’ prime minister?
The Tory frontrunner has stoked outrage with claims of ‘creeping antisemitism’ inside government. Adam Forrest looks at whether the controvesy is a sign of things to come
a day ago
PA Media: UK News
Hundreds attend vigil for Archie Battersbee
Archie, 12, died on August 6 in the Royal London Hospital in Whitechapel, east London, after weeks of legal wrangling.
5 hours ago
The Guardian
The Princess review – the Diana documentary that’s packed with ironic (and twisted) detail
From TV commentators calling Camilla and Diana ‘friends’ to Robert Kilroy-Silk’s take on the royal, this programme’s archive footage shows society’s sordid relationship with her
5 hours ago
Evening Standard
Remote Icelandic community fights to save pufflings with puffin patrols
Residents of Heimaey, an island off the coast of Iceland, form puffin patrols to rescue chicks
a day ago
Herald Scotland
Sizzling temperatures to end as thunderstorms hit earlier than previously forecast
Storms are now expected to hit across Scotland from 9am on Sunday, with the heavy rain continuing into Monday, the Met Office forecasts.
2 days ago

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