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New leukaemia treatment could reduce need for chemotherapy in ‘major step forward’

Doctors have found a gentler treatment for children whose leukaemia has come back, which could boost survival and quality of life

The Independent UK

Experts warn world food system could collapse without urgent action

One expert argued that humanity is currently driving a ‘mass extinction event’

The Independent UK

What is ‘No Mow May’? The movement aiming to boost nature in UK gardens – here are the benefits

The campaign, led by wildlife charity Plantlife, urges people to leave their mowers in the shed for May to allow grasses and wildflowers to flourish

The Independent UK

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‘Bittersweet’ as four lives saved by eight-year-old boy’s organ donation

Theo Kempthorne’s organs helped other critically ill people, including another child and a father in his 30s

The Independent UK

Calls for ‘urgent action’ as millions of UK households forced to skip meals amid cost of living crisis

Which? is calling for urgent policy interventions outlined in a manifesto launched in Parliament this week to tackle unfair rip-offs and improve access to essentials

The Independent UK

Three million households skipping meals as cost of living hits – Which?

The organisation’s latest Consumer Insight Tracker found consumer confidence fell to minus 62 this month – its lowest level since 2022.

Evening Standard

Ofsted ‘actively penalising’ schools more inclusive to Send pupils, headteachers’ union warns

NAHT general secretary Paul Whiteman said the findings should “ring serious alarm bells” for the Government’s ambitions for more pupils with Send to learn in mainstream schools

The Independent UK

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Organised crime gangs using staggering number of UK vape and candy shops as fronts, warns report

In some parts of the UK, the groups may be operating through as many as half of all vape retailers

The Independent UK

Half of convenience and vape stores in some areas linked to organised crime

Trading Standards found that 97% of its officers are aware of suspected organised crime groups operating on their local high streets.

Evening Standard

Cheaper to rent than buy UK homes after Iran war sparks surge in mortgage rates

The shift has been driven by borrowing costs moving higher since the beginning of March

The Independent UK

Fall in vehicle production last month

EU demand for UK-built cars, rose for a fourth consecutive month, said the SMMT.

Evening Standard

London has some of the strongest friendships but loneliest areas, survey finds

London accounts for half of the ten constituencies where people are most likely to say they often feel lonely, with deep pockets of isolation within the city

Evening Standard

Are UK staycations on the rise? Conflict abroad and rising fuel prices push travellers to domestic stays

Airbnb, Haven and Butlins have all reported an increase in interest in UK holidays

The Independent UK

Dinner on a gold plate, then a snub: an uneven US welcome for King Charles III

Zohran Mamdani said he would not meet UK monarch privately, noting Indian diamond claimed by crown in 1849

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Evening Standard

King would have probably helped with military strikes against Iran, says Trump

The president has repeatedly lambasted the UK for failing to join attacks on Tehran and branded Sir Keir Starmer weak and indecisive

The Independent UK

Trump gives rambling answer on whether Ukraine or Iran war will end first — and mixes up the countries

The president delivered wide-ranging rant as Artemis II crew looked on inside the White House

The Guardian - UK

Senior UK ministers deride Rachel Reeves’s reported plan of year-long rent freeze

Housing secretary and housing minister latest to criticise idea, which has also been ruled out by No 10

The Guardian - UK

Rachel Reeves’s plan to mandate how pension funds invest was always a mistake

You can understand the motivation – more UK investment by UK funds means faster UK growth – but fiduciary duty trumps all

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Nigel Farage referred to standards watchdog over undisclosed £5m gift

Rival parties demand investigation as Tory party chair refers Reform UK leader to commissioner over gift from crypto tycoon

The Independent UK

Starmer told to tackle ‘pandemic’ of antisemitism after two Jewish men stabbed in terror attack

The suspected attacker, 45, has a history of serious violence and mental health issues, police said

Evening Standard

Major new coach service linking Stansted Airport and Finsbury Park launches amid efforts to ease congestion

Operator Flibco said the route would provide a greener and cheaper direct connection for passengers and staff

The Independent UK

Omoda and Jaecoo to more than double car line-up in aggressive growth push

The Times of India

UK study finds earlier miscarriage support could save 10,000 pregnancies each year

A recent study highlights that providing specialized care following a woman's first miscarriage may help avert countless pregnancy losses each year in the UK. At present, women typically receive support only after experiencing three miscarriages. Timely interventions—such as diagnosing potential health issues—could dramatically lower the chances of subsequent miscarriages while…

Evening Standard

Beckham praises King’s ‘powerful words’ after US state visit speeches

The monarch delivered two addresses in Washington DC, with former footballer Sir David Beckham saying he showed ‘remarkable elegance and humour’.

The Independent UK

Are plug-in solar panels worth it for UK homes?

Plug-in solar panels could make home solar more accessible, but their lower cost comes with clear limits

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