Volkswagen has followed rivals by offering discounts on new cars in return for taking older, more polluting diesels off the road.
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Thursday, 31 August 2017
Homegrown extremists 'more threat' than IS recruits
The threat to the UK from returning Islamic State jihadists is not as significant as police and intelligence agencies had originally feared, security sources have told Sky News.
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from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/homegrown-extremists-more-threat-to-uk-than-returning-islamic-state-jihadists-11014711
More British troops head for Iraq to defeat IS
Dozens more British troops are to be sent to Iraq, the Defence Secretary has announced.
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/more-british-troops-head-for-iraq-to-defeat-islamic-state-11015054
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/more-british-troops-head-for-iraq-to-defeat-islamic-state-11015054
‘Chaotic’ free childcare scheme ‘devalues’ staff
The Government's bold offer of 30 hours a week free childcare has been described as "chaos" on the day it comes into force in England.
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from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/8216chaotic8217-30-hours8217-free-childcare-scheme-8216devalues8217-nursery-workers-11015012
Boots sent charity legal warning over pill row
Boots issued a legal warning to a pregnancy charity over its public campaign for more affordable emergency contraception, it has emerged.
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from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/boots-sent-charity-bpas-legal-warning-over-morning-after-pill-abuse-11014950
Horse Owners, Rescuers Surveying Harvey's Impact
Flooding continues to challenge Texas horse owners while those in Louisiana prepare to cope with the storm's rain.
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DUP leader in call to break Stormont deadlock
Democratic Unionist leader Arlene Foster has called for the immediate restoration of Northern Ireland's devolved government alongside a parallel process to deal with outstanding areas of disagreement.
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from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/dup-leader-arlene-foster-calls-for-parallel-process-to-break-stormont-deadlock-11014501
Green warns MP over BHS pensions disclosure
The bitter fight between Sir Philip Green and the veteran Labour MP Frank Field escalated on Thursday when the tycoon threatened legal action over potential disclosures relating to his £363m BHS pension bailout.
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from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/tycoon-greens-lawyers-warn-field-over-bhs-pension-disclosure-11014370
Head Injuries in Horses
Dr. Jim Schumacher shares strategies for assessing and treating equine head injuries.
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Apple confirms iPhone 8 will be unveiled on September 12
from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2017/08/31/apple-confirms-iphone-8-will-unveiled-september-12/
Oval play stops as crossbow bolt lands on pitch
A cricket match at The Oval has been suspended after a crossbow bolt appeared to be fired into the middle of the pitch.
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/oval-cricket-match-suspended-as-arrow-lands-on-pitch-11014186
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/oval-cricket-match-suspended-as-arrow-lands-on-pitch-11014186
Cash ISA saving falls 33% as rules change
There has been a dramatic drop in the number of Cash ISAs being opened and in the amount saved in the wake of the Brexit vote.
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/cash-isa-saving-falls-by-a-third-as-tax-rules-change-11013819
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/cash-isa-saving-falls-by-a-third-as-tax-rules-change-11013819
Man faces Buckingham Palace terror charge
Mohiussunnath Choudhury, 26, has been charged with a terror offence after an incident involving a sword near Buckingham Palace.
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/mohiussunnath-choudhury-faces-buckingham-palace-terror-charge-11013747
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/mohiussunnath-choudhury-faces-buckingham-palace-terror-charge-11013747
Doctor in court charged with sex offences
A family doctor has appeared in court charged with 118 sexual offences on 54 victims, including a girl under 13.
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/doctor-in-court-charged-with-118-sex-offences-including-one-on-girl-under-13-11013608
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/doctor-in-court-charged-with-118-sex-offences-including-one-on-girl-under-13-11013608
Ryanair boss launches scathing attack on PM
Theresa May needs to "get her finger out" over Brexit because it is going to be a "disaster for the UK economy", Ryanair's chief executive has told Sky News.
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/ryanair-boss-michael-oleary-launches-scathing-attack-on-theresa-mays-brexit-strategy-11013426
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/ryanair-boss-michael-oleary-launches-scathing-attack-on-theresa-mays-brexit-strategy-11013426
Wireless charging: How a key iPhone 8 feature will work
from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/0/wireless-charging-key-iphone-8-feature-will-work/
All-girl Lord of the Flies adaptation panned
It is one of English language's best-known novels - a story of the disaster that ensues when children recreate society's power and violence on a desert island.
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/all-girl-remake-of-lord-of-the-flies-idea-attacked-11013464
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/all-girl-remake-of-lord-of-the-flies-idea-attacked-11013464
Facial recognition trial led to erroneous arrest
The controversial trial of facial recognition equipment at Notting Hill Carnival resulted in roughly 35 false matches and an erroneous arrest, highlighting questions about police use of the technology.
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/police-facial-recognition-trial-led-to-erroneous-arrest-11013418
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/police-facial-recognition-trial-led-to-erroneous-arrest-11013418
IFA 2017: The best and weirdest gadgets from Europe's biggest tech conference
from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2017/08/31/ifa-2017-best-weirdest-gadgets-europes-biggest-tech-conference/
Wednesday, 30 August 2017
Twitter shuts down user's account over mosquito death threat
from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2017/08/31/twitter-shuts-users-account-mosquito-death-threat/
London fire chief has counselling over Grenfell
London's Fire Chief has told Sky News she is having counselling because of the horrors she saw at the scene of the Grenfell Tower fire.
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/london-fire-chief-dany-cotton-has-counselling-over-grenfell-tower-fire-11013198
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/london-fire-chief-dany-cotton-has-counselling-over-grenfell-tower-fire-11013198
How Sky News reported Princess Diana's death
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/how-sky-news-reported-princess-dianas-death-20-years-ago-11013173
Diana's boys: 'Her love wouldn't go to waste'
Prince William and Prince Harry have opened up for this 20th anniversary in a way that we've never heard them talk about Princess Diana before.
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from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/prince-william-and-harry-dianas-love-and-energy-wouldnt-go-to-waste-11013155
Tributes to Diana 20 years after her death
Tributes have been left at the gates of Kensington Palace, where thousands came to mourn the death of Princess Diana 20 years ago.
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/tributes-to-princess-diana-20-years-after-her-death-11013200
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/tributes-to-princess-diana-20-years-after-her-death-11013200
Instagram hacker accesses 'high-profile' users' contact information
from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2017/08/31/instagram-hacker-accesses-high-profile-users-contact-information/
Fostered Christian girl may move abroad
A five-year-old girl alleged to have been placed with foster parents who did not share her religion could end up living abroad with her grandmother.
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/fostered-christian-girl-may-move-abroad-to-live-with-her-grandmother-11013150
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/fostered-christian-girl-may-move-abroad-to-live-with-her-grandmother-11013150
Theresa May: I want to fight 2022 election
Theresa May wants to fight the next general election as leader of the Conservative Party, she has revealed.
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/theresa-may-sets-out-bid-to-lead-tories-in-2022-general-election-11012965
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/theresa-may-sets-out-bid-to-lead-tories-in-2022-general-election-11012965
Uber could go public as early as 2019, new boss says
from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2017/08/30/uber-could-go-public-early-2019-new-boss-says/
Briton extradited of bank cyberattack claims
A British man has been extradited from Germany to face claims that he launched cyberattacks against Lloyds Banking Group and Barclays.
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/briton-extradited-over-bank-cyber-attack-allegations-11013099
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/briton-extradited-over-bank-cyber-attack-allegations-11013099
Equine Wound Care
Horses tend to hurt themselves no matter how well we try to protect them. Download this free guide to learn about the five different types of wounds and basic equine wound care.
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Two more Grenfell inquests opened and adjourned
Inquests into the deaths of two more victims of the Grenfell Tower disaster have been opened and adjourned.
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/grenfell-inquests-opened-into-victims-hesham-rahman-and-ernie-vital-11013029
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/grenfell-inquests-opened-into-victims-hesham-rahman-and-ernie-vital-11013029
Teen killed man who did not have cigarette
A relative of a man who died after he was punched because he did not have a cigarette says his attacker's "sentence will never be enough".
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/teenager-jailed-for-punching-and-killing-man-who-did-not-have-cigarette-11012933
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/teenager-jailed-for-punching-and-killing-man-who-did-not-have-cigarette-11012933
Crushing blow for Pratchett's unfinished books
One of Sir Terry Pratchett's final wishes has been fulfilled - with the help of a steamroller.
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/sir-terry-pratchetts-unfinished-books-crushed-by-a-steamroller-11012754
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/sir-terry-pratchetts-unfinished-books-crushed-by-a-steamroller-11012754
Anger as Grenfell 'justice' mural whitewashed
Ladbroke Grove residents say they are angry and frustrated that a mural for the victims of the Grenfell Tower fire was painted over.
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/anger-after-grenfell-justice-mural-whitewashed-11012799
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/anger-after-grenfell-justice-mural-whitewashed-11012799
Royal Mail to be relegated from FTSE 100
Royal Mail is to be relegated from the FTSE 100 nearly four years after its controversial privatisation.
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/royal-mail-set-to-be-relegated-from-ftse-100-index-11012973
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/royal-mail-set-to-be-relegated-from-ftse-100-index-11012973
iPhone 8: Release date, news, rumours and everything you need to know
from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/0/iphone-8-release-date-news-rumours-everything-need-know/
PM hails Aston Martin's £500m Japan trade pledge
The Prime Minister has hailed James Bond car maker Aston Martin's plans for £500m of trade with Japan.
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/may-hails-aston-martins-163500m-worth-of-trade-with-japan-11012752
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/may-hails-aston-martins-163500m-worth-of-trade-with-japan-11012752
EEE Detected in Bryan County, Georgia, Horse
In 2016 Georgia confirmed five equine EEE cases in five different counties.
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First Confirmed Equine WNV Case in Montana for 2017
In 2016 Montana confirmed eight equine WNV cases in seven counties,
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California Confirms Tenth Equine WNV Case of 2017
The most recent case, confirmed Aug. 28, involves an unvaccinated yearling Quarter Horse colt from Lassen County. The colt is recovering.
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Michigan Confirms First Case of EEE in a Horse for 2017
The unvaccinated yearling Standardbred colt from Wexford County did not survive.
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Obsessed with Salt
My new 2-year-old filly is obsessively licking and biting her salt block. Does this suggest there's a problem with her diet or health, and can she hurt herself by consuming too much salt?
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Davis summons bosses for fresh Brexit talks
Some of Britain's top company bosses have been summoned for talks with David Davis, the Brexit Secretary, amid mounting private sector concerns over the scope of a potential transition deal.
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/davis-summons-bosses-to-chevening-for-new-round-of-brexit-talks-11012631
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/davis-summons-bosses-to-chevening-for-new-round-of-brexit-talks-11012631
iPhone 8 could completely ditch home button in favour of 'software bar'
from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2017/08/30/iphone-8-could-completely-ditch-home-button-favour-software/
Scientists Work to Objectify Equine Back Pain Measurements
Quantifying back pain can lead to more targeted therapy and provide a basis for comparison as the horse improves or worsens, researchers say.
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May accused of pursuing 'cut and paste' Brexit
Theresa May has been accused of pursuing a "cut and paste" Brexit, after saying the EU's free trade deals could form the basis of Britain's agreements once it has left the bloc.
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/may-accused-of-pursuing-cut-and-paste-brexit-over-trade-deals-11012523
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/may-accused-of-pursuing-cut-and-paste-brexit-over-trade-deals-11012523
Female entrepreneurs invent male co-founder to avoid sexist discrimination
from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2017/08/30/female-entrepreneurs-invent-male-co-founder-avoid-sexist-discrimination/
Delays as Queensferry Bridge opens to traffic
The highest bridge in the UK has opened to traffic for the first time, marking the end of a 10-year, £1.35b building project.
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/delays-as-queensferry-crossing-opens-to-traffic-for-the-first-time-11012393
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/delays-as-queensferry-crossing-opens-to-traffic-for-the-first-time-11012393
Two million CEX customers' details stolen in cyber attack
from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2017/08/30/two-million-cex-customers-details-stolen-cyber-attack/
PSNI hired cyber firm to unmask Twitter critics
The Police Service of Northern Ireland hired a private cybersecurity firm to investigate alleged Twitter accounts of officers mocking senior management.
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/psni-hired-cybersecurity-firm-to-unmask-twitter-critics-of-chief-constable-11012405
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/psni-hired-cybersecurity-firm-to-unmask-twitter-critics-of-chief-constable-11012405
Girl fostered by Muslim parents rejoins family
A Christian girl who was living with Muslim foster carers has been reunited with her family following a court ruling.
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/christian-girl-fostered-by-muslim-parents-rejoins-family-11012387
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/christian-girl-fostered-by-muslim-parents-rejoins-family-11012387
I am scared about taking job, new Uber boss admits
from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2017/08/30/scared-taking-job-new-uber-boss-admits/
Police officers 'feel undervalued and underpaid'
Police officers are becoming increasingly demoralised at work, a survey has found.
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/police-officers-feel-undervalued-and-underpaid-survey-suggests-11012295
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/police-officers-feel-undervalued-and-underpaid-survey-suggests-11012295
Co-op in exclusive talks to buy Nisa Retail
The Co-op Group has moved into pole position to swoop on Nisa Retail, trumping its rival J Sainsbury in an accelerating battle to consolidate Britain's convenience store market.
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/co-op-advances-talks-to-buy-convenience-group-nisa-retail-11012348
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/co-op-advances-talks-to-buy-convenience-group-nisa-retail-11012348
32 best Android apps you should download right now
from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2016/01/25/best-android-apps-30-apps-you-should-download-today/
Card firms 'irresponsible' on credit limits
A charity has demanded card firms are banned from raising the credit limits of customers without permission, claiming those struggling with repayments are more likely to be targeted.
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/ban-raising-credit-card-limits-without-permission-charity-11012231
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/ban-raising-credit-card-limits-without-permission-charity-11012231
William and Harry to tour Diana's White Garden
The Duke of Cambridge and Prince Harry are to pay tribute to their mother, Princess Diana, with a visit to her memorial garden on the eve of the 20th anniversary of her death.
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/diana-william-and-harry-to-tour-memorial-garden-on-eve-of-20th-anniversary-of-mothers-death-11012270
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Tuesday, 29 August 2017
Britain facing social care crisis, charities warn
Britain is facing a social care crisis with many people unaware and unprepared for the potential care costs that come with older age.
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/britain-facing-social-care-crisis-charities-warn-11012199
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/britain-facing-social-care-crisis-charities-warn-11012199
British life sciences to get £160m funding boost
Details of a £160m Government investment in life sciences will be announced later at the launch of an independent review of an industry worth £64bn to the British economy.
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/british-life-sciences-to-get-163160m-funding-boost-11012140
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/british-life-sciences-to-get-163160m-funding-boost-11012140
Kezia Dugdale to resign as Scottish Labour leader
Kezia Dugdale is expected to resign as leader of the Scottish Labour Party, Sky sources say.
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/kezia-dugdale-to-resign-as-scottish-labour-leader-sky-sources-11012165
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/kezia-dugdale-to-resign-as-scottish-labour-leader-sky-sources-11012165
E-cigarette leads to Euston station evacuation
Passengers fled from Euston station after an "explosion" in an e-cigarette led to a security scare.
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/e-cigarette-explosion-leads-to-panic-at-euston-station-11012000
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/e-cigarette-explosion-leads-to-panic-at-euston-station-11012000
Before You Volunteer at a Disaster Site
If you choose to volunteer in an emergency or disaster situation, consider these important factors before loading up and leaving.
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Customers upset after EE broadband outage
Broadband customers for telco EE are upset after an extended outage prevented them from accessing the internet.
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/customers-upset-after-ee-broadband-outage-11011623
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/customers-upset-after-ee-broadband-outage-11011623
Tragedy as missing boy, 4, found in pool
Police have described the death of a four-year-old boy as "unexplained" after he was found in a swimming pool at a holiday park and rushed to hospital.
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/tragedy-as-missing-boy-4-found-in-swimming-pool-in-devon-11011090
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/tragedy-as-missing-boy-4-found-in-swimming-pool-in-devon-11011090
Poll Recap: Equine Lameness Concerns
Of the 755 respondents, 209 (28%) said foot-related lameness is their biggest equine lameness concern.
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Carroll testifies over attempted watch robbery
West Ham striker Andy Carroll has given evidence after a gun-wielding motorcyclist tried to rob him of his watch at traffic lights last year.
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/ones-pulling-out-a-gun-west-hams-andy-carroll-tells-court-of-watch-robbery-ordeal-11011518
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/ones-pulling-out-a-gun-west-hams-andy-carroll-tells-court-of-watch-robbery-ordeal-11011518
Commuters angered by fresh Waterloo disruption
Commuters have vented their anger after disruption at London's Waterloo station and on the South Western network continued - despite the scheduled end to improvement works.
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/waterloo-disruption-angers-commuters-as-upgrade-works-overrun-11011601
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/waterloo-disruption-angers-commuters-as-upgrade-works-overrun-11011601
No 10 responds to claims Boris seen as a 'clown'
Downing Street says Theresa May has "full confidence" in Boris Johnson, following claims he is seen as a "clown" and a "joke" around the world.
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/downing-street-responds-to-claims-boris-johnson-is-seen-as-a-clown-11011578
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/downing-street-responds-to-claims-boris-johnson-is-seen-as-a-clown-11011578
Christian girl 'made' to live with Muslim carers
The children's commissioner for England has said she is concerned at reports that a Christian girl was "forced" to live with conservative Muslim foster carers.
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/christian-girl-forced-to-live-with-muslim-foster-carers-11011615
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/christian-girl-forced-to-live-with-muslim-foster-carers-11011615
RMTC Approves Illicit Substance Research Funding
The two research programs will focus on selective androgen receptor modulators and EPO-stimulating agents administered in very small amounts.
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from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/39622
Rattlesnake Bite Recourse in Horses
One veterinarian describes how she handles these dangerous bites in horses.
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from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/39621
Brand's sexual Elvis quip breaks radio rules
Russell Brand breached broadcasting rules by making sexual references during a weekend morning radio show, Ofcom has ruled.
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/russell-brands-radio-x-show-breaks-broadcasting-rules-with-sexual-elvis-quip-11011401
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/russell-brands-radio-x-show-breaks-broadcasting-rules-with-sexual-elvis-quip-11011401
Wyoming Man Charged in Horse Death
Forrest Stearns was charged after a witness provided evidence that a horse had been tied to the ground for about three hours.
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from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/39620
UK woman 'raped by three men' in Magaluf
Police are searching for three men after a Scottish woman reported that she had been raped on a beach in Majorca.
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/uk-woman-raped-by-three-men-on-magaluf-beach-11011336
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/uk-woman-raped-by-three-men-on-magaluf-beach-11011336
Causes of Death in Ontario Racehorses Examined
Ontario is unique in that its racing population includes significant numbers of both Thoroughbreds and Standardbreds, as well as Quarter Horses.
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from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/39619
Ocean Rescue: Plasticus completes campaign tour
Sky Ocean Rescue's plastic whale has returned home after a nationwide tour to highlight the problem with single-use plastic.
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/sky-ocean-rescue-plasticus-whale-completes-national-campaign-tour-11011242
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/sky-ocean-rescue-plasticus-whale-completes-national-campaign-tour-11011242
AAEP Collecting Donations for Horses Affected by Harvey
The AAEP Foundation's Equine Disaster Relief Fund will use funds to help horses in Texas, Louisiana, and other states affected by Hurricane Harvey.
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from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/39618
Arnie back as the face of PPI claims deadline
Arnold Schwarzenegger is fronting a campaign warning consumers they only have two years to claim compensation for mis-sold payment protection insurance (PPI).
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/arnold-schwarzenegger-back-as-the-face-of-ppi-claims-deadline-11011088
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/arnold-schwarzenegger-back-as-the-face-of-ppi-claims-deadline-11011088
Mark Zuckerberg urges newborn daughter to enjoy the outdoors
from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2017/08/29/mark-zuckerberg-urges-newborn-daughter-enjoy-outdoors/
German students hit record Hyperloop speed of 201mph��
from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2017/08/29/german-students-hit-record-hyperloop-speed-201mph/
Cartoonist's 1987 murder reopened by police
Detectives are reopening the case of a murdered political cartoonist who was shot in the back of the neck in London 30 years ago.
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/case-of-murdered-cartoonist-naji-salim-hussain-al-ali-reinvestigated-by-police-after-30-years-11010958
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/case-of-murdered-cartoonist-naji-salim-hussain-al-ali-reinvestigated-by-police-after-30-years-11010958
The most famous photoshopped images of all time
from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2016/02/05/the-most-famous-photoshopped-images-of-all-time/
Missing boy, 4, dies after being found in pool
A four-year-old boy reported missing has died in hospital after being found in a swimming pool at an activity centre in Devon.
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/missing-boy-4-dies-after-being-found-in-swimming-pool-in-devon-11011090
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/missing-boy-4-dies-after-being-found-in-swimming-pool-in-devon-11011090
World's oldest neo-Nazi website Stormfront shut down
from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2017/08/29/worlds-oldest-neo-nazi-website-stormfront-shut/
House price growth slows to 2.1% annual rate
House price growth continued to ease this month as the economic slowdown takes its toll on activity in the market, according to Nationwide.
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/house-price-growth-slows-to-annual-rate-of-21-nationwide-11010947
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/house-price-growth-slows-to-annual-rate-of-21-nationwide-11010947
Monday, 28 August 2017
Will AI-powered robots really steal my job?
from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2017/08/29/will-ai-powered-robots-really-steal-job/
Brit quits role after 'whitewashing' claims
Ed Skrein has decided to step down from his latest film role after his casting prompted claims of whitewashing.
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/british-actor-steps-down-from-hellboy-role-after-whitewashing-claims-11010877
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/british-actor-steps-down-from-hellboy-role-after-whitewashing-claims-11010877
Boardroom transparency rules 'not enough'
New laws to bring greater transparency to the boardroom do not go far enough, critics have said.
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/boardroom-transparency-rules-not-enough-11010869
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/boardroom-transparency-rules-not-enough-11010869
Farms of the future could fight food shortage
At street level, there's nothing special about this road in south-west London. But take a journey 33 metres underground, and you'll see something quite remarkable.
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/futuristic-farms-to-fight-possible-post-brexit-food-supply-problem-11010858
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/futuristic-farms-to-fight-possible-post-brexit-food-supply-problem-11010858
Are the Royal Family still harassed by paparazzi?
On the 20th anniversary of Princess Diana's death, both her sons have attacked the paparazzi's treatment of their late mother.
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/20-years-on-from-diana-do-paparazzi-still-harass-the-royals-11010547
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/20-years-on-from-diana-do-paparazzi-still-harass-the-royals-11010547
Carnival pauses to remember Grenfell victims
Revellers at Notting Hill Carnival have paused to observe a minute's silence for victims of the Grenfell Tower fire.
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/notting-hill-carnival-pauses-to-remember-grenfell-tower-fire-victims-11010580
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/notting-hill-carnival-pauses-to-remember-grenfell-tower-fire-victims-11010580
Harvey Still Displacing Texas Horses
Sam Houston Race Park's stable manager is still fielding calls from owners as far away as College Station hoping to relocate their horses there.
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from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/39617
Watch: Banned driver hits 115mph in 30mph zone
Footage has been released of a banned driver reaching speeds of 115mph in 30mph zones as he tried to evade police.
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/banned-driver-jailed-after-speeding-at-115mph-in-30mph-zone-11010492
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/banned-driver-jailed-after-speeding-at-115mph-in-30mph-zone-11010492
Anti-cancer breakthrough 'can eradicate tumours'
A newly discovered process to kill cancer cells can eradicate tumours and reduce the risk of side effects and recurrence of the disease, scientists say.
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/anti-cancer-breakthrough-cicd-can-eradicate-tumours-researchers-say-11010269
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/anti-cancer-breakthrough-cicd-can-eradicate-tumours-researchers-say-11010269
What Does My Weanling Need to Eat?
Our nutritionist offers advice on feeding foals both before and after they're weaned from their dams.
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from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/39616
The Probiotic and Prebiotic Puzzle
The wide variability among microbe species and horses' microbiomes make pro- and prebiotic research challenging. Here's what we know and don't know about these digestive health products.
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from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/39610
Lorry driver tearful in court over M1 crash
A lorry driver facing 20 charges over a motorway crash which killed eight people wiped away tears as he appeared in court.
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/lorry-driver-tearful-in-court-over-fatal-m1-crash-near-milton-keynes-11010031
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/lorry-driver-tearful-in-court-over-fatal-m1-crash-near-milton-keynes-11010031
Investors threaten to hang up on Dixons chief
Leading shareholders in Dixons Carphone want directors to accelerate a search for its next boss after last week's shock profit warning wiped nearly a quarter off the company's stock market value.
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/investors-threaten-to-hang-up-on-dixons-carphone-chief-james-11010129
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/investors-threaten-to-hang-up-on-dixons-carphone-chief-james-11010129
New South Wales Celebrates 10 Years Free of Equine Influenza
Australian veterinarians identified equine influenza in August 2007. The disease was eradicated in six months.
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from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/39615
Footballer rescued from river after night out
A Scottish Premiership footballer has thanked emergency services for rescuing him after he fell in a Glasgow river following a night out.
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/footballer-gary-mackay-steven-rescued-after-falling-in-river-on-night-out-11010004
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/footballer-gary-mackay-steven-rescued-after-falling-in-river-on-night-out-11010004
After the Flood: Cleaning Your Horse Farm
Tips on getting your facility back to normal so your horses have a safe and comfortable place to, once again, call home.
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from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/38123
Tributes to 'extraordinary father' after M1 crash
The driver of a minibus who was among eight people who died in a three-vehicle crash on the M1 has been described as an "extraordinary father" who would do anything for his friends.
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/m1-crash-tributes-paid-to-minibus-driver-cyriac-joseph-11009824
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/m1-crash-tributes-paid-to-minibus-driver-cyriac-joseph-11009824
Danger from Sussex gas cloud over, police say
A gas cloud that affected hundreds of people along the East Sussex coast appears to have dissipated, police say.
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/danger-from-sussex-gas-cloud-has-passed-police-say-11009906
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/danger-from-sussex-gas-cloud-has-passed-police-say-11009906
UK family rescued after boat hits reef in Pacific
A British family has been rescued from a stricken yacht in the middle of the South Pacific after it ran aground on a coral reef hundreds of miles from land.
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/uk-family-rescued-from-stricken-boat-in-middle-of-pacific-ocean-11009751
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/uk-family-rescued-from-stricken-boat-in-middle-of-pacific-ocean-11009751
Sunday, 27 August 2017
Inside the AI healthcare revolution: meeting the robots that can detect Alzheimer's and depression
from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2017/08/28/inside-ai-healthcare-revolution-meeting-robots-can-detect-alzheimers/
iOS 11 release date, key features and what iPhones and iPads can I get it on?
from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/0/ios-11-release-date-key-features-iphones-ipads-can-get/
'We're flying over granny's house': Memories of Diana
Princess Diana once took over the tannoy on a plane full of passengers to tell them they were "flying over granny's house'" as they flew over Windsor Castle.
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/were-flying-over-grannys-house-memories-of-diana-11009733
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/were-flying-over-grannys-house-memories-of-diana-11009733
Who was the sole survivor of the Diana crash?
Princess Diana, her boyfriend Dodi al Fayed and their driver all lost their lives after the car they were travelling in crashed in Paris.
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/trevor-rees-jones-what-happened-to-the-sole-survivor-of-dianas-crash-11005463
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/trevor-rees-jones-what-happened-to-the-sole-survivor-of-dianas-crash-11005463
A glimpse of how sea warfare could look in 2067
Fish-shaped torpedoes and dissolving parts could be examples of how submarine warfare could look in 50 years' time.
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/a-glimpse-of-how-sea-warfare-could-look-in-2067-11009746
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/a-glimpse-of-how-sea-warfare-could-look-in-2067-11009746
Uber board picks Expedia's Dara Khosrowshahi as new CEO
from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2017/08/28/uber-board-picks-expedias-dara-khosrowshahi-new-ceo/
Analytics firm AppScatter aims for ��41m listing on Aim
from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2017/08/27/analytics-firm-appscatter-aims-41m-listing-aim/
Alert over chemical 'haze' on Sussex coast
People are being warned to avoid beaches and keep doors and windows closed after an "unknown haze" was reported in Sussex.
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/alert-over-unknown-chemical-haze-on-sussex-coast-11009304
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/alert-over-unknown-chemical-haze-on-sussex-coast-11009304
UKVDL Map of the Month: Necropsy Data
Users can browse data by species and disease to see the final diagnoses and where the necropsy originated.
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from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/39595
Carnival dove release honours Grenfell dead
Victims of the Grenfell Tower fire have been remembered at the start of the Notting Hill Carnival with the release of dozens of white doves.
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/notting-hill-carnival-dove-release-honours-grenfell-tower-victims-11008791
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/notting-hill-carnival-dove-release-honours-grenfell-tower-victims-11008791
Police called to home days before boy found dead
Police questioning a man on suspicion of murder following the death of a toddler at a house in Manchester have confirmed officers were called to the same property just two days earlier.
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/police-called-to-home-two-days-before-boy-found-dead-in-manchester-11008855
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/police-called-to-home-two-days-before-boy-found-dead-in-manchester-11008855
UK Horse Pasture Evaluation Program Benefits Students, Farms
Learn how staff works managers to help keep horses healthy and increase farms' efficiency and productivity.
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from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/39597
Body of man, 32, found in West Yorkshire lagoon
The body of a man reported missing in West Yorkshire has been found in a lagoon.
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/body-of-man-32-found-in-west-yorkshire-lagoon-11008421
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/body-of-man-32-found-in-west-yorkshire-lagoon-11008421
Russell Brand gets married and turns 'domestic'
Russell Brand and his partner Laura Gallacher have married.
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/russell-brand-gets-married-and-turns-domestic-11008698
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/russell-brand-gets-married-and-turns-domestic-11008698
Sesamoid Injuries: Diagnosis, Treatment, and Prevention
These little bones can cause big problems for horses.
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from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/34741
Second arrest over Palace terror alert
A second man has been arrested on suspicion of terror offences after three police officers were attacked outside Buckingham Palace.
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/second-man-arrested-over-buckingham-palace-terror-alert-11008386
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/second-man-arrested-over-buckingham-palace-terror-alert-11008386
Man, 32, believed to have drowned in lagoon
A man reported missing is believed to have drowned while swimming in a lagoon in West Yorkshire.
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/man-32-believed-to-have-drowned-in-west-yorkshire-lagoon-11008421
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/man-32-believed-to-have-drowned-in-west-yorkshire-lagoon-11008421
Charity run to remember murdered Rhys Jones
The family of Rhys Jones is launching a fun run to mark 10 years since his death and help fund a community centre aimed at keeping youngsters out of gangs.
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/charity-run-to-remember-murdered-schoolboy-rhys-jones-11008323
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/charity-run-to-remember-murdered-schoolboy-rhys-jones-11008323
Two men charged over fatal M1 minibus crash
Two men have been charged over a crash involving two lorries and a minibus which killed eight people on the M1 near Milton Keynes.
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/two-men-charged-over-fatal-m1-minibus-crash-near-milton-keynes-11008303
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/two-men-charged-over-fatal-m1-minibus-crash-near-milton-keynes-11008303
Saturday, 26 August 2017
The best photographs shot with an iPhone camera
from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/0/best-photographs-shot-iphone-camera/
Majority of Brits would upgrade to iPhone 8 despite price hike
from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2017/08/27/majority-brits-would-upgrade-iphone-8-despite-price-hike/
Four drug drivers convicted every day
Nearly four drivers are convicted of drug-driving offences every day, research shows.
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/four-drivers-a-day-convicted-of-drug-driving-11008146
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/four-drivers-a-day-convicted-of-drug-driving-11008146
Man held after pensioner assaulted in her bed
A man has been arrested after an 88-year-old woman was woken up in her home to find an intruder assaulting her and demanding money.
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/man-arrested-after-woman-88-brutally-assaulted-in-her-lancashire-home-11008119
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/man-arrested-after-woman-88-brutally-assaulted-in-her-lancashire-home-11008119
Queensferry Crossing to open after 10-year 'challenge'
Helicopters have been airlifting heavy machinery from the towers of Britain's tallest bridge ahead of its opening this week.
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/queensferry-crossing-to-open-after-10-year-challenge-11008100
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/queensferry-crossing-to-open-after-10-year-challenge-11008100
Labour in dramatic policy shift over Brexit
In a dramatic policy shift, Labour is pledging to continue UK membership of the EU single market and the customs union during a transitional period following Brexit in March 2019.
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/brexit-labour-wants-uk-to-stay-in-eu-single-market-during-transition-period-11008071
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/brexit-labour-wants-uk-to-stay-in-eu-single-market-during-transition-period-11008071
Gluck Center Celebrates 30 years of Improving Horse Health
The center opened June 5, 1987, with a promise to fulfill Thoroughbred breeder Maxwell Gluck's legacy and to continue equine research.
from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/39605
from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/39605
Carnival to 'respect' Grenfell fire tragedy
Notting Hill Carnival will show "regard and respect" to the Grenfell Tower disaster when it is staged in its shadow over the bank holiday.
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/notting-hill-carnival-to-show-regard-and-respect-to-grenfell-tower-tragedy-11006470
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/notting-hill-carnival-to-show-regard-and-respect-to-grenfell-tower-tragedy-11006470
UK Alumni Spotlight: Natalie Heitz
After graduating from UK, Heitz entered veterinary school at Auburn University, where she is on track to graduate in May 2018.
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from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/39593
Two men killed in light aircraft crash
Two men in their 60s have been killed in a plane crash in Dorset.
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/two-men-dead-after-light-aircraft-crash-near-shaftesbury-11006217
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/two-men-dead-after-light-aircraft-crash-near-shaftesbury-11006217
A Visit to Maine Chance Farm with UK's Parasitology Team
Maddie Regis describes her morning with the parasite research horse herds and the scientists that study them.
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from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/39596
Palace suspect 'was armed with 4ft sword'
A man tackled by police near Buckingham Palace was armed with a 4ft sword and repeatedly shouted "Allahu Akbar" - God is greatest - during the struggle, Scotland Yard has said.
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/buckingham-palace-suspect-was-armed-with-4ft-sword-11006212
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/buckingham-palace-suspect-was-armed-with-4ft-sword-11006212
Is Britain's Hyperloop a pipe dream? Meet the people behind the UK's futuristic transport effort
from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2017/08/26/britains-hyperloop-pipe-dream-meet-people-behind-uks-futuristic/
Pub defends charging £13.40 for pint of beer
A pub in London has denied "gouging" customers by charging £13.40 for a pint.
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/london-pub-the-rake-defends-charging-1631340-for-pint-of-beer-11006063
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/london-pub-the-rake-defends-charging-1631340-for-pint-of-beer-11006063
Several dead in major crash on M1
Several people have died after a crash involving two lorries and a minibus on the M1 near Milton Keynes.
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/several-dead-in-major-crash-on-m1-near-milton-keynes-11006052
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/several-dead-in-major-crash-on-m1-near-milton-keynes-11006052
Friday, 25 August 2017
The 'Godfather of AI' on making machines clever and whether robots really will learn to kill us all?
from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2017/08/26/godfather-ai-making-machines-clever-whether-robots-really-will/
Mayweather v McGregor: A 'win-win' for fight clubs
Tucked away on industrial estates less than a mile apart in Kidderminster are two ambitious fighting clubs both reaping the rewards of the Mayweather Vs McGregor circus in Las Vegas.
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/mayweather-v-mcgregor-a-win-win-for-uk-fight-clubs-11005942
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/mayweather-v-mcgregor-a-win-win-for-uk-fight-clubs-11005942
Girls, guitars and sexism in the music industry
Mercury shortlisted guitar group The Big Moon are sick of the music industry putting everyone in boxes.
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/girls-guitars-and-sexism-in-the-music-industry-11005920
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/girls-guitars-and-sexism-in-the-music-industry-11005920
Met boss 'unapologetic' over pre-carnival arrests
The senior officer in charge of policing the Notting Hill Carnival says he is "unapologetic" for a series of drugs raids linked to the event.
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/met-police-boss-unapologetic-over-pre-notting-hill-carnival-arrests-11005535
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/met-police-boss-unapologetic-over-pre-notting-hill-carnival-arrests-11005535
Police officers attacked near Buckingham Palace
A man has been arrested outside Buckingham Palace on suspicion of attacking two police officers.
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/man-held-near-buckingham-palace-after-two-police-officers-attacked-11005613
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/man-held-near-buckingham-palace-after-two-police-officers-attacked-11005613
Mind the Gap: Feeding the Toothless Horse
If your horse has few to no teeth, he might not be chewing and digesting the nutrients he needs to maintain his health.
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from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/36029
King William County, Virginia, Horses Test Positive for EHV
The newly confirmed cases are unrelated to the ones confirmed on a Culpeper farm 10 days ago.
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from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/39613
Texas Horse Owners Prepare for Hurricane Harvey
Some owners have already evacuated horses from areas in the storm's path while others are still making plans.
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from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/39612
UK Gluck Center to Host Fifth USDA-NIFA Symposium on EAV
This year's symposium will focus on the outcomes of the EAV studies undertaken as part of the a USDA-NIFA grant.
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from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/39598
LMU Students Share Collaborative Research Project Updates
Research topics included deworming, cytokine production in senior horses, fatal suspensory apparatus injuries, and more.
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from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/39604
Big rise in EU citizens seeking UK passports
The number of EU citizens applying for British citizenship has nearly doubled in the wake of the Brexit referendum, new figures show.
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/brexit-80-rise-in-number-of-eu-citizens-seeking-uk-passport-11005094
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/brexit-80-rise-in-number-of-eu-citizens-seeking-uk-passport-11005094
Teens jailed over flare killing of man in car
Two teenagers have been jailed for manslaughter after throwing a flare into a car in which a man waiting to see his children was sleeping.
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/teenagers-jailed-over-flare-killing-of-father-vilson-meshi-in-basildon-11004991
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/teenagers-jailed-over-flare-killing-of-father-vilson-meshi-in-basildon-11004991
Equine Infectious Anemia Found in North Carolina Mule
The 14-year-old female mule from Johnston County has been euthanized.
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from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/39611
'Anyone missing a barge?' Boat appears on path
Council wardens more used to dealing with a dumped sofa or a submerged shopping trolley were surprised to find an abandoned barge blocking a footpath.
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/anyone-missing-a-barge160boat-appears-on-west-midlands-footpath-11004901
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/anyone-missing-a-barge160boat-appears-on-west-midlands-footpath-11004901
Horses Saved From Goshen Historic Track Barn Fire
All 16 Standardbred horses residing inside were led to safety.
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from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/39609
Florida Veterinarian Faces Animal Cruelty Charges
A Florida veterinarian and her husband are facing multiple animal cruelty charges after law enforcement authorities seized 30 horses from their Lakeland property.
from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/39608
from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/39608
Emergency 911: Horse Show Edition
Critical conditions can strike when you're at a competition with your horse. Here's how to handle them.
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from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/39587
BA attacks 'dreadful' UK passport queues
British Airways has attacked the Home Office over long immigration queues at airports, saying they are a "dreadful welcome" to the UK.
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/british-airways-attacks-dreadful-passport-queues-at-uk-airports-11004664
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/british-airways-attacks-dreadful-passport-queues-at-uk-airports-11004664
Tories probed over call centre use during election
Police are carrying out a "significant" investigation into claims that the Conservatives may have broken the law when it used a call centre in Wales to directly contact voters before the General Election.
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/conservatives-under-investigation-over-call-centre-use-during-election-campaign-11004673
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/conservatives-under-investigation-over-call-centre-use-during-election-campaign-11004673
Man accused of trying to murder children in crash
A 29-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of attempting to murder four children in a car crash in South Yorkshire.
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/man-accused-of-trying-to-murder-children-in-barnsley-car-crash-11004676
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/man-accused-of-trying-to-murder-children-in-barnsley-car-crash-11004676
Winterizing Pastures Starts in Fall
A fall nitrogen application is a simple and relatively inexpensive step that can positively impact your pastures.
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from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/39592
Matchesfashion close to £800m takeover deal
A frenetic bidding war for Matchesfashion.com, one of Britain's fastest-growing online retailers, has sent its price-tag soaring to more than £800m as private equity groups try to grab a fresh slice of the luxury fashion market.
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/bidding-frenzy-sends-matchesfashion-price-tag-soaring-to-163800m-11004619
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/bidding-frenzy-sends-matchesfashion-price-tag-soaring-to-163800m-11004619
Bitcoin price rises again to near-record value - but how long will it last? ��
from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2017/08/25/bitcoin-price-rises-near-record-value-long-will-last/
Supermarket shares hit by Amazon food plans
UK supermarket shares have taken a hit after Amazon said it was planning a round of price cuts when it completes its $13.7bn takeover of upmarket grocery chain Whole Foods.
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/amazon-plans-price-cuts-in-whole-foods-takeover-deal-11004249
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/amazon-plans-price-cuts-in-whole-foods-takeover-deal-11004249
Johnson: UK will pay Brexit bill 'as we see it'
Britain will pay "not a penny more, not a penny less" than what the Government thinks it owes Brussels, Boris Johnson has said.
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/boris-johnson-uk-will-pay-brexit-bill-as-we-see-it-11004454
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/boris-johnson-uk-will-pay-brexit-bill-as-we-see-it-11004454
Man dies after being hit by police car on 999 call
A man has died after being hit by a police car in Brighton.
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/man-dies-after-being-hit-by-police-car-on-999-call-in-brighton-11004441
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/man-dies-after-being-hit-by-police-car-on-999-call-in-brighton-11004441
iPhone 8 could cost $999 - How Apple's new price compares to the iPhone 7��
from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2017/08/25/iphone-8-could-cost-999-apples-new-price-compares-iphone-7/
Brexit fuels jobs surge (just not in the UK)
Brexit will finally deliver the jobs boom that has been promised – just not in the UK.
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/report-says-brexit-will-create-some-80000-jobs-in-frankfurt-11004308
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/report-says-brexit-will-create-some-80000-jobs-in-frankfurt-11004308
Amazon Echo and Google Home cut to under ��100 - the best Bank Holiday tech deals
from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/0/amazon-echo-google-home-cut-100-best-bank-holiday-tech-deals/
Thieves crawl through wall in £1.8m jewellery raid
Thieves got away with £1.8 million of jewellery after smashing a hole in the wall of a shop and crawling inside to loot its stock.
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/thieves-crawl-through-wall-in-16318m-jewellery-heist-in-newham-11004291
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/thieves-crawl-through-wall-in-16318m-jewellery-heist-in-newham-11004291
Spotify moves closer to listing as it strikes deal with Warner Music
from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2017/08/25/spotify-moves-closer-listing-strikes-deal-warner-music/
Del Boy was right! Trotters would now be millionaires
"This time next year, we'll be millionaires," Del Boy used to say.
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/del-boy-was-right-why-only-fools-and-horses-brothers-would-be-millionaires-today-11004208
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/del-boy-was-right-why-only-fools-and-horses-brothers-would-be-millionaires-today-11004208
Thursday, 24 August 2017
Dream holiday could be a reality for single parents
Single parent families could soon benefit from cheaper holidays and more flexibility after a Sky News investigation highlighted the price discrimination they often face when travelling abroad.
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/single-parent-families-could-soon-pay-less-for-family-holidays-11004134
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/single-parent-families-could-soon-pay-less-for-family-holidays-11004134
Paedo Watkins 'could have been caught earlier'
Paedophile rock star Ian Watkins could have been caught nearly four years earlier if South Wales Police had investigated the case properly, the Independent Police Complaints Commission says.
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/paedo-watkins-could-have-been-caught-earlier-11004168
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/paedo-watkins-could-have-been-caught-earlier-11004168
Convoys of 'driverless' lorries to be trialled in UK
The Government has committed £8.1m to finance trials of semi-autonomous "platooning" lorries.
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/convoys-of-driverless-lorries-get-green-light-for-uk-trial-11004160
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/convoys-of-driverless-lorries-get-green-light-for-uk-trial-11004160
'Poisonous' effect of EU vote slammed by MPs
The "poisonous" tone of the EU referendum campaign has fuelled the demonisation of immigrants and created barriers that are preventing social integration, according to MPs.
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/poisonous-eu-vote-has-fuelled-demonisation-of-immigrants-mps-claim-11003601
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/poisonous-eu-vote-has-fuelled-demonisation-of-immigrants-mps-claim-11003601
'Plastic haunted us' on adventure to save oceans
It was a fair-weather start to our voyage on Sea Dragon.
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/plastic-haunted-us-on-adventure-to-save-oceans-11004149
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/plastic-haunted-us-on-adventure-to-save-oceans-11004149
Arcadia strikes £30m deal with BHS liquidator
Unsecured creditors in BHS will be handed tens of millions of pounds after Sir Philip Green’s high street empire agreed to release the money under a deal with the collapsed chain's liquidators.
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/bhs-liquidator-drops-arcadia-claim-in-16330m-green-deal-11003930
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/bhs-liquidator-drops-arcadia-claim-in-16330m-green-deal-11003930
What Genetic Disorders are Breed Specific?
Dr. Ernest Bailey shares information about genetic diseases that related to specific breeds.
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from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/39607
Dominance in Human-Horse Relationships
Our equine behavior expert examines if dominance has a role in human-horse interactions, especially during training.
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from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/39606
Call for new law after mum killed in bike crash
The widower of a woman who was killed when she was hit by a bike as she crossed the street has called for UK law to be changed so cyclists can be prosecuted for dangerous driving.
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/call-for-new-law-after-kim-briggs-killed-in-london-bike-collision-11003414
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/call-for-new-law-after-kim-briggs-killed-in-london-bike-collision-11003414
Register replaces binding votes in pay reform
A new public register that will name and shame listed companies whose investors revolt over boardroom pay will be proposed next week as ministers seek to rebut criticism that they have watered down the tough approach promised by Theresa May.
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/new-public-register-to-shame-companies-over-investor-pay-revolts-11003658
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/new-public-register-to-shame-companies-over-investor-pay-revolts-11003658
Google quiz to help diagnose users with depression
from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2017/08/24/google-quiz-help-diagnose-users-depression/
Woman jailed for drunk fake rape claims
A "manipulative" woman who made a series of false rape and sexual assault claims has been jailed for 10 years.
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/very-convincing-liar-jemma-beale-jailed-for-false-rape-claims-11003341
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/very-convincing-liar-jemma-beale-jailed-for-false-rape-claims-11003341
UK panda Tian Tian believed to be pregnant
Tian Tian, the UK's only female giant panda, is believed to be pregnant, Edinburgh Zoo has said.
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/uk-giant-panda-tian-tian-believed-to-be-pregnant-11003466
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/uk-giant-panda-tian-tian-believed-to-be-pregnant-11003466
UK seeks 'adequacy' deal with EU on data flow
Britain wants an early agreement with the EU over data protection to ensure the free flow of crucial information after Brexit.
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/uk-seeks-adequacy-deal-with-eu-on-data-flow-after-brexit-11003293
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/uk-seeks-adequacy-deal-with-eu-on-data-flow-after-brexit-11003293
Galaxy Note 8 release: Samsung refuses to say if Note 7 discount applies in UK
from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2017/08/24/galaxy-note-8-release-samsung-refuses-say-note-7-discount-applies/
School wall that killed pupil was 'unstable'
A school wall that collapsed and killed a 12-year-old girl was "inherently unstable", an inquiry has found.
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/school-wall-that-killed-pupil-keane-wallis-bennett-had-been-inherently-unstable-11003280
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/school-wall-that-killed-pupil-keane-wallis-bennett-had-been-inherently-unstable-11003280
UK Partnership Provides Opportunities for LMU Vet Students
This summer eight Lincoln Memorial University vet students spent time working with University of Kentucky researchers.
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from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/39603
Driver arrested after 14 men found in lorry
A driver has been arrested after 14 men - some requiring medical treatment - were found inside an overseas lorry near Rugby.
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/driver-arrested-after-14-men-found-in-lorry-near-rugby-11003385
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/driver-arrested-after-14-men-found-in-lorry-near-rugby-11003385
Texans Should Prepare for Flooding, High Winds from Harvey
Find tips on preparing farms, ranches horses, and livestock, ahead of Tropical Depression Harvey's arrival.
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from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/39602
Big Ben bongs coverage 'gets on my wick'
Ruth Davidson has said the level of media coverage devoted to the silencing of Big Ben's bongs "gets on my wick".
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/ruth-davidson-says-big-ben-coverage-gets-on-my-wick-11003235
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/ruth-davidson-says-big-ben-coverage-gets-on-my-wick-11003235
Bitcoin price stays above $4,000 - will it continue to rise or will the 'bubble' burst? ��
from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2017/08/24/bitcoin-price-stays-4000-will-continue-rise-will-bubble-burst/
Page Rejoins UK Gluck Center's Immunology Group
Dr. Allen Page's multi-faceted role at UK will involve working as a scientist and veterinarian.
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from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/39594
Runaway bus hits cars and ploughs into garden
A bus careered out of control into two cars before ploughing into the front garden of a semi-detached house taking one of the vehicles with it.
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/runaway-bus-in-st-helens-smashes-into-cars-before-ploughing-into-garden-11003051
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/runaway-bus-in-st-helens-smashes-into-cars-before-ploughing-into-garden-11003051
Alfalfa Chaff vs. Pellets: Can Form Affect Gastric Ulcers?
Alfalfa products with smaller particle sizes appear to be more effective in helping limit gastric lesion formation.
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from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/39599
Grenfell survivor who sat exam after fire gets A
A 16-year-old girl who sat a GCSE chemistry exam hours after escaping from the Grenfell Tower fire has been awarded an A grade in the subject.
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/grenfell-survivor-who-sat-exam-hour-after-fire-gets-a-for-gcse-chemistry-11002997
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/grenfell-survivor-who-sat-exam-hour-after-fire-gets-a-for-gcse-chemistry-11002997
Household spending growth weakest since 2014
Household spending growth has slowed to its weakest pace for two and a half years as the weak pound squeezes family budgets, official figures show.
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/households-put-the-brakes-on-spending-as-weak-pound-squeezes-budgets-11002929
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/households-put-the-brakes-on-spending-as-weak-pound-squeezes-budgets-11002929
This Japanese robot can host low-cost Buddhist funerals
from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2017/08/24/japanese-robot-trained-host-low-cost-buddhist-funerals/
Why Do Equine Genetic Disorders and Coat Color Seem Related?
Lavender foal, lethal white, blindness, and deafness are all color-related genetic problems. Dr. Samantha Brooks explains.
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from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/39601
Samsung Galaxy Note 8 announced with dual camera and Bixby voice assistant - full specs, plus best images
from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2017/08/24/samsung-galaxy-note-8-announced-dual-camera-bixby-voice-assistant/
Investigation into foreign students in UK
The Home Secretary is launching a major investigation to assess the impact of international students on the UK's society and economy.
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/home-office-to-investigate-impact-of-foreign-students-on-uk-11002777
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/home-office-to-investigate-impact-of-foreign-students-on-uk-11002777
iPhone 8 release: Apple to hold launch event on September 12, reports say
from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2017/08/24/iphone-8-release-apple-hold-launch-event-september-12-reports/
EU citizens quit UK as net migration falls
Net migration to Britain was 246,000 in the year ending March 2017, the lowest level for three years, official estimates show.
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/net-migration-down-81000-to-246000-in-year-to-march-2017-11002821
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/net-migration-down-81000-to-246000-in-year-to-march-2017-11002821
Fall in top grades after GCSE shake-up
The number of top GCSE grades awarded this year has fallen, after a new grading system was introduced in England in the biggest overhaul in a generation.
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/fall-in-top-grades-after-gcse-shake-up-11002808
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/fall-in-top-grades-after-gcse-shake-up-11002808
Carphone profits hit as users shun mobile upgrades
Shares in the owner of Carphone Warehouse have plunged by a third as it warned consumers were shunning handset upgrades due to higher prices caused by the slump in the pound.
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/carphone-warehouse-owner-warns-on-challenging-market-11002738
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/carphone-warehouse-owner-warns-on-challenging-market-11002738
New GCSE grades system: All you need to know
A new system for grading GCSE results is being used for the first time this year, with the old A* to G grades being replaced with numbers from 9 to 1.
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/new-gcse-grades-system-all-you-need-to-know-11002418
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/new-gcse-grades-system-all-you-need-to-know-11002418
Wednesday, 23 August 2017
Millions fail to walk for 10 minutes a month
More than six million adults in England are so physically inactive that they are not even doing one brisk 10-minute walk each month.
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/millions-fail-to-walk-for-10-minutes-a-month-11002618
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/millions-fail-to-walk-for-10-minutes-a-month-11002618
Pupils set for first ever Grades 1-9 GCSEs
Teenagers across England will find out this morning how well they did in their GCSE exams.
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/new-gcse-system-is-criticised-as-results-arrive-11002541
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/new-gcse-system-is-criticised-as-results-arrive-11002541
Huge Poundland fire battled by 97 firefighters
A huge fire has broken out at a Poundland in east London, with 97 firefighters battling to get the blaze under control.
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/chingford-fire-poundland-store-goes-up-in-flames-11002524
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/chingford-fire-poundland-store-goes-up-in-flames-11002524
Young people think filibustering is a sex act
"Poor political education" is causing young people to completely misunderstand phrases used in Parliament, a survey suggests.
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from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/do-you-know-what-filibustering-is-well-its-not-a-sex-act-11002281
What's the Difference Between a Dominant and Recessive Gene?
Dr. Samantha Brooks explains how dominant and recessive genes differ and how they are expressed in individual horses.
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from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/39600
Strictly to pay 'heartfelt' tribute to Sir Bruce
Strictly Come Dancing will air a special tribute to the show's former host Sir Bruce Forsyth, bosses have confirmed.
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/heartfelt-bruce-forsyth-tribute-confirmed-by-strictly-bosses-11002052
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/heartfelt-bruce-forsyth-tribute-confirmed-by-strictly-bosses-11002052
Minister accused of having 'contempt' for North
The Transport Secretary has been accused of having "contempt" for the North of England as the row over transport links in the region rumbles on.
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/transport-secretary-chris-grayling-accused-of-contempt-for-the-north-11002150
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/transport-secretary-chris-grayling-accused-of-contempt-for-the-north-11002150
Court bans rival gangs from making music videos
Members of two notorious crime gangs in Birmingham have been banned from making music videos or meeting up with each other.
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/feuding-birmingham-gang-members-banned-from-making-music-videos-11001888
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/feuding-birmingham-gang-members-banned-from-making-music-videos-11001888
Man jailed over pipe bomb in hand luggage
A man has been jailed for 18 years after a pipe bomb was found in his hand luggage at Manchester Airport.
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/man-jailed-for-pipe-bomb-in-hand-luggage-at-manchester-airport-11002081
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/man-jailed-for-pipe-bomb-in-hand-luggage-at-manchester-airport-11002081
Police hold 20 million facial recognition images
Sky News has learned more than 20 million facial recognition images are being held by police in the UK.
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/police-hold-more-than-20-million-facial-recognition-images-11001479
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/police-hold-more-than-20-million-facial-recognition-images-11001479
Wexford County, Michigan, Horse Contracts WNV
The equine mortality rate for West Nile virus can be as high as 30-40%.
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Lowndes County, Georgia, Horse Tests Positive for EEE
Last month a horse in Brooks County tested positive for EEE, as well.
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from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/39590
Tesco £85m investor compensation scheme opens
Tesco has opened its £85m compensation scheme for shareholders who lost money after being misled by the company's overstatement of its profits three years ago.
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/tesco-16385m-investor-compensation-scheme-opens-11001949
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/tesco-16385m-investor-compensation-scheme-opens-11001949
Samsung Galaxy Note 8: UK price, release date and best deals
from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/0/samsung-galaxy-note-8uk-price-release-date-best-deals/
Kansas Officials Monitoring EIA-Affected Facility
The Finney County property where six horses tested positive for EIA remains under quarantine.
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from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/39589
Cyclist cleared of manslaughter over crash
A cyclist who fatally crashed into a woman as she crossed the street has been found guilty of "wanton and furious driving" but cleared of manslaughter.
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/cyclist-cleared-of-manslaughter-over-womans-death-11001986
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/cyclist-cleared-of-manslaughter-over-womans-death-11001986
How Can I Tell if My Horse Needs Stitches?
If my horse gets a cut, how can I tell if it's severe enough to require a veterinarian's attention and stitches?
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from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/38011
WNV Confirmed in Two Ontario Horses
A 10-year-old gelding from Simcoe County was euthanized, while a 25-year-old mare from Bruce County is recovering under veterinary medical supervision.
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from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/39588
Pound hits eight-year low against the euro
The pound has hit a fresh eight-year low against the euro after the single currency was boosted by strong economic data while the UK still faces Brexit uncertainty.
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/pound-hits-lowest-level-since-2009-against-the-euro-11001861
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/pound-hits-lowest-level-since-2009-against-the-euro-11001861
Police chief suspended over 'gross misconduct'
The chief constable of Cheshire Police has been suspended following an investigation into claims of gross misconduct.
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/cheshire-police-chief-suspended-over-gross-misconduct-claims-11001807
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/cheshire-police-chief-suspended-over-gross-misconduct-claims-11001807
Deportation letters sent to EU citizens 'in error'
The Home Office is investigating after 100 deportation letters were sent in error to EU citizens living in the UK.
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/home-office-investigation-after-deportation-letters-sent-to-100-eu-citizens-in-uk-11001868
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/home-office-investigation-after-deportation-letters-sent-to-100-eu-citizens-in-uk-11001868
Short-, Long-Term Effects of Vibrating Platforms Studied
The team found no differences pre- and post-treatment between treatment and control horses in the parameters measured, but they did observe behavioral differences.
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from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/39586
Wayne Rooney retires from England duty
England's record goalscorer Wayne Rooney has retired from international football.
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from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/wayne-rooney-retires-from-england-duty-11001787
Bitcoin price rises again above $4,000 - but will it hit a new all-time high?
from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2017/08/23/bitcoin-price-rises-4000-will-hit-new-all-time-high/
iPhone 8 to come with 3D camera that can scan faces in 'millionths of a second'
from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2017/08/23/iphone-8-come-3d-camera-can-scan-faces-millionths-second/
Ad giant's shares plunge amid Brexit 'cancer'
Shares in advertising giant WPP have tumbled after sales went into reverse and it warned of political turmoil dragging on world economic growth.
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/shares-in-ad-giant-wpp-tumble-as-it-warns-on-outlook-11001609
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/shares-in-ad-giant-wpp-tumble-as-it-warns-on-outlook-11001609
Supreme Court 'will be ultimate arbiter of UK law'
The Supreme Court will be the ultimate arbiter of law in the UK after Brexit, Theresa May has said.
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/may-supreme-court-will-be-ultimate-arbiter-of-uk-law-after-brexit-11001676
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/may-supreme-court-will-be-ultimate-arbiter-of-uk-law-after-brexit-11001676
Hashtag turns 10: Seven facts you didn't know about the trending symbol
from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2017/08/23/hashtag-turns-10-seven-facts-didnt-know-trending-symbol/
'Nearly 500 cases of identity fraud a day'
Identity fraud is soaring to "epidemic levels" with almost 500 cases a day reported, it has been warned.
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/indenity-fraud-reaches-record-level-with-almost-500-cases-a-day-cifas-11001512
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/indenity-fraud-reaches-record-level-with-almost-500-cases-a-day-cifas-11001512
Homeowners ‘improving rather than moving’
The number of planning applications submitted for home improvements has jumped by 26% across Britain, research from Halifax Insurance shows.
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/home-owners-opting-to-improve-rather-than-move-11000970
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/home-owners-opting-to-improve-rather-than-move-11000970
Samsung Galaxy Note 8 release today: All the rumours on specs and price
from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2017/08/23/samsung-galaxy-note-8-release-specs-price/
Tuesday, 22 August 2017
Baby boomer women 'drinking heavily'
More and more women over 50 are drinking heavily, prompting fears for their health, experts have said.
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/baby-boomer-women-drinking-heavily-11001323
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/baby-boomer-women-drinking-heavily-11001323
Restoration of Clandon Park causes controversy
When Clandon Park was gutted by fire in April 2015 hundreds of years of history, artworks, tapestries and artefacts were lost forever.
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/restoration-of-clandon-park-causes-controversy-11001311
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/restoration-of-clandon-park-causes-controversy-11001311
North demands fair deal from Govt on transport
Political and business leaders from across the North will gather later to demand a fair deal on transport from the Government.
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/northern-leaders-demand-fair-deal-from-government-on-transport-11000795
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/northern-leaders-demand-fair-deal-from-government-on-transport-11000795
Collecting a Horse DNA Sample
Dr. Ernie Bailey explains how to collect a DNA sample from your horse and how the lab tests it.
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from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/39585
Equine Farm Workers: Employees or Independent Contractors?
Learn the difference between an employee and independent contractor and what that could mean for your equine operation.
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from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/39581
High-Tech Equine Research
Find out how equine researchers are using the latest gadgets and gizmos to diagnose lameness, collect data, and more.
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from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/39578
Killer found dead in cell 'was taken off watch'
Cannibal murderer Stefano Brizzi was found dead in his cell a month after being taken off suicide watch, a court has heard.
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/cannibal-killer-brizzi-was-found-dead-in-cell-after-being-taken-off-suicide-watch-11000446
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/cannibal-killer-brizzi-was-found-dead-in-cell-after-being-taken-off-suicide-watch-11000446
Poll Recap: Rehabbing an Injured Horse
Of the 420 respondents, 349 people (83%) said they have rehabilitated an injured horse.
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from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/39584
UK seeks cross-border collaboration post-Brexit
Britain wants to keep its close cooperation with civil courts in the EU on cases involving divorce, child custody and business disputes after Brexit, the Government has said.
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/uk-seeks-closer-cross-border-collaboration-post-brexit-10999958
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/uk-seeks-closer-cross-border-collaboration-post-brexit-10999958
USEF Announces Effective Date, Process for MPA Reporting
As of Sept. 1, equestrians must submit disclosure forms if their horses receive medroxyprogesterone acetate (MPA).
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from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/39583
Bitcoin price drops below $4,000 after wave of record highs - but what next?
from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2017/08/22/bitcoin-price-drops-4000-wave-record-highs-next/
Has the new Doctor Who found her sidekick?
Bradley Walsh has been rumoured to play Doctor Who's new sidekick in the first female-led version of the show.
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/bradley-walsh-rumoured-to-play-doctor-who-sidekick-11000158
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/bradley-walsh-rumoured-to-play-doctor-who-sidekick-11000158
Leptospira's Role in ERU in U.K. Horses
Researchers found that Leptospira didn't appear to be a common factor in ERU cases in U.K. horses.
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from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/39582
Airports warn on Brexit uncertainty risks
Growing uncertainty about an 'open skies' deal between the UK and European Union countries ahead of Brexit risks triggering a catastrophic slump in British air travel, according to the country's biggest airports.
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/uk-air-traffic-faces-slump-without-brexit-deal-airports-warn-11000318
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/uk-air-traffic-faces-slump-without-brexit-deal-airports-warn-11000318
Hackers turn family robots into weapons and spying tools
from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2017/08/22/hacked-family-robots-could-turned-weapons-spying-tools/
Samsung launches Bixby voice assistant in the UK to rival Siri and Alexa
from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2017/08/22/samsung-launches-bixby-voice-assistant-uk-rival-siri-alexa/
Apple Watch 3: Rumours, release date and everything you need to know
from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/0/apple-watch-3-rumours-release-date-everything-need-know/
Ex-BHS owner faces prosecution by regulator
The Pensions Regulator has said it will prosecute former BHS owner Dominic Chappell for failing to provide information and documents during its investigation into the collapse of the retailer.
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/ex-bhs-owner-dominic-chappell-facing-prosecution-by-regulator-11000208
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/ex-bhs-owner-dominic-chappell-facing-prosecution-by-regulator-11000208
Facebook launches Safety Check disaster feed
from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2017/08/22/facebook-launches-safety-check-disaster-feed/
Lidl tops Waitrose as shoppers hunt bargains
Lidl has overtaken Waitrose to become Britain's seventh largest supermarket in the latest sign of belt-tightening shoppers turning to discounters.
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/lidl-overtakes-waitrose-as-seventh-biggest-supermarket-11000125
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/lidl-overtakes-waitrose-as-seventh-biggest-supermarket-11000125
Doorstep lender shares down 60% after warning
Shares in doorstep lender Provident Financial have collapsed by 60% after it warned of a "rapid deterioration" in its consumer credit business and cancelled its dividend.
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/doorstep-lender-provident-financial-slumps-60-on-profit-alert-11000062
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/doorstep-lender-provident-financial-slumps-60-on-profit-alert-11000062
Osborne calls for HS3 rail line for the North
George Osborne has called on the Government to launch a massive programme of rail investment in the North of England, a so-called High Speed Rail 3.
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/george-osborne-calls-for-hs3-rail-line-for-northern-england-11000074
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/george-osborne-calls-for-hs3-rail-line-for-northern-england-11000074
Arrests in raids ahead of Notting Hill Carnival
At least 26 people have been arrested following dawn raids across London to tackle gun, knife and gang crime.
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/notting-hill-carnival-crime-crackdown-sees-arrests-in-dawn-raids-11000050
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/notting-hill-carnival-crime-crackdown-sees-arrests-in-dawn-raids-11000050
Monday, 21 August 2017
Ford offers £2,000 deal to scrap old cars
Car-maker Ford is offering £2,000 discounts on new models for drivers who scrap their old polluting vehicles.
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/ford-offers-1632000-deal-to-scrap-old-cars-10999953
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/ford-offers-1632000-deal-to-scrap-old-cars-10999953
Work up a sweat to save on your shop
A new NHS scheme could offer families the chance to save money on their weekly shop in exchange for achieving weekly exercise targets.
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/nhs-scheme-to-offer-discounts-on-supermarket-shop-for-hitting-step-targets-10999936
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/nhs-scheme-to-offer-discounts-on-supermarket-shop-for-hitting-step-targets-10999936
Sky documentary looks at Diana's final hours
The moving accounts of those who witnessed first-hand the events surrounding the death of Princess Diana will be broadcast in a new Sky documentary.
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/sky-news-documentary-princess-dianas-final-hours-and-enduring-legacy-10999890
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/sky-news-documentary-princess-dianas-final-hours-and-enduring-legacy-10999890
What do you think of the year's funniest joke?
Comedian Ken Cheng has won the award for this year's funniest joke at the Edinburgh Festival for a gag about a pound coin.
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/what-do-you-think-of-the-years-funniest-joke-10999344
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/what-do-you-think-of-the-years-funniest-joke-10999344
Teenager sexually assaulted twice on train
A 17-year-old girl was subjected to a "deeply upsetting and shocking" sexual attack on her way home from the Boardmasters festival in Newquay, Cornwall.
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/teenager-sexually-assaulted-twice-on-train-home-from-boardmasters-festival-10999760
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/teenager-sexually-assaulted-twice-on-train-home-from-boardmasters-festival-10999760
Shetland ponies stabbed in 'barbaric' attack
Nine Shetland ponies have been stabbed and slashed in a "barbaric" night-time attack - with one dying from a suspected heart attack.
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/shetland-ponies-stabbed-in-neck-in-barbaric-night-time-attack-10999766
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/shetland-ponies-stabbed-in-neck-in-barbaric-night-time-attack-10999766
Hunt for Madeleine McCann needs more cash
Scotland Yard is to ask for more money to continue its six-year investigation into the disappearance of Madeleine McCann.
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/hunt-for-madeleine-mccann-needs-more-cash-to-continue-10999676
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/hunt-for-madeleine-mccann-needs-more-cash-to-continue-10999676
PM faces trade scrutiny as Japan trip looms
Theresa May is facing pressure to transform her approach to shaping Britain's post-Brexit trade links amid scepticism from business leaders about the scale and ambition of a forthcoming trip to Japan.
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/may-facing-scrutiny-over-brexit-trade-efforts-as-japan-8206trip-looms-10999524
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/may-facing-scrutiny-over-brexit-trade-efforts-as-japan-8206trip-looms-10999524
Android Oreo: Best features of Google's new operating system and how to download it
from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/0/android-oreo-best-features-googles-new-operating-system-download/
Is a Probe Necessary to Test Horse Hay?
Find out why using a hay corer or probe offers the best sample collection for hay nutritional analysis.
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from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/39580
Enhanced Horse Health Measures Put in Place at Saratoga
Seventeen horses have died or been euthanized after racing- and training-related incidents at the track this year.
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from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/39579
Apple hides secret job advert to attract world's best tech talent
from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2017/08/21/apple-hides-secret-job-advert-attract-worlds-best-tech-talent/
Peeved Londoners reveal most annoying Tube habits
Londoners believe refusing to give up a seat is the most annoying Tube habit by fellow passengers, according to a survey.
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/refusing-to-give-up-seat-is-most-annoying-tube-habit-survey-finds-10999369
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/refusing-to-give-up-seat-is-most-annoying-tube-habit-survey-finds-10999369
How to download Apple's iOS 11 beta for iPhone and iPad
from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/0/download-apples-ios-11-beta-iphone-ipad/
How to take pictures of a solar eclipse with your smartphone
from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2017/08/21/take-pictures-solar-eclipse-smartphone1/
Seventh California Horse Tests Positive for WNV
The unvaccinated yearling Warmblood filly from San Joaquin County was euthanized.
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from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/39577
Man 'who fled prison in 1995' held at Eurotunnel site
A man accused of absconding from an open prison 22 years ago has been arrested at the Eurotunnel site in Calais, France.
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/man-held-in-calais-charged-with-escaping-open-prison-22-years-ago-10999248
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/man-held-in-calais-charged-with-escaping-open-prison-22-years-ago-10999248
Kansas Horse Health Alert: Horses Test Positive for EIA, WNV
The six EIA-positive horses in will be euthanized. The WNV-positive horse has been euthanized.
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from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/39576
Kentucky's 2017 Equine West Nile Case Count Rises to Five
The two newly diagnosed horses are reportedly recovering with veterinary care.
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from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/39575
Fire engulfs plastic recycling plant in Blackburn
A fire that ripped through a plastic recycling plant was narrowly prevented from escalating to a bigger disaster, fire services have said.
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/fire-at-recycling-plant-in-blackburn-engulfs-100-tons-of-plastic-10999166
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/fire-at-recycling-plant-in-blackburn-engulfs-100-tons-of-plastic-10999166
Beatles' Eleanor Rigby score goes on auction
The original handwritten score for the Beatles song Eleanor Rigby is to be sold alongside the grave deeds of the supposed muse.
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/beatles-handwritten-eleanor-rigby-score-goes-on-auction-10999100
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/beatles-handwritten-eleanor-rigby-score-goes-on-auction-10999100
Digesting Different Hay Forms
Bales aren't the only hay option. In some cases owners might need to "think outside the bale" and pursue a different form of forage for their charges. Here's some information about different hay forms owners can consider.
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iPhone 8 emergency mode locks out thieves
from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2017/08/21/iphone-8-emergency-mode-locks-thieves/
Bong but not forgotten: Big Ben falls silent
Big Ben has fallen silent for controversial renovations that will last four years, the longest period in its 157-year history.
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from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/big-bens-bongs-fall-silent-amid-renovations-ding-dong-10999074
FTSE bosses' pay down almost 20% in a year
The median pay for a FTSE 100 chief executive has fallen by almost 20% over the past year, according to audit firm Deloitte.
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/pay-for-ftse-100-bosses-down-almost-20-in-a-year-10999048
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/pay-for-ftse-100-bosses-down-almost-20-in-a-year-10999048
Facebook patents Oculus augmented reality glasses
from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2017/08/21/facebook-patents-oculus-augmented-reality-glasses/
Hackers can take control of smashed Android phones using replacement screens
from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2017/08/21/hackers-can-take-control-smashed-android-phones-using-replacement/
6.5 million voted tactically in General Election
This year's General Election was a "hold your nose" vote after an estimated 6.5 million people made tactical decisions, according to campaigners.
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/general-election-2017-65-million-voted-tactically-on-8-june-10998890
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/general-election-2017-65-million-voted-tactically-on-8-june-10998890
Ofgem threatens to fine energy distributors
The UK energy regulator has said it is considering plans to cut the revenue of the UK's six major electricity distribution companies by up to £13.9m due to poor customer service.
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/ofgem-threatens-to-fine-energy-distributors-10998823
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/ofgem-threatens-to-fine-energy-distributors-10998823
UK firms must 'urgently' improve cybersecurity
The UK's top firms and charities "urgently" need to improve their ability to respond to online attacks, the Government has warned.
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/uk-firms-must-urgently-improve-cybersecurity-10997437
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/uk-firms-must-urgently-improve-cybersecurity-10997437
Lives at risk from faulty appliances, Govt warned
More people will die in fires caused by faulty white goods if the Government does not take urgent action, according to a letter signed by London's mayor and the London Fire Brigade.
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/lives-at-risk-from-faulty-appliances-fire-chiefs-warn-ministers-10998769
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/lives-at-risk-from-faulty-appliances-fire-chiefs-warn-ministers-10998769
Sunday, 20 August 2017
MPs to 'bow heads' as Big Ben's bongs biffed
A group of MPs will gather outside the Palace of Westminster "with heads bowed" as they witness Big Ben's final bongs, ahead of four-years of renovations.
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/mps-to-bow-their-heads-as-big-bens-bongs-biffed-10998695
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/mps-to-bow-their-heads-as-big-bens-bongs-biffed-10998695
Elon Musk joins over 100 experts in urging UN to act on 'killer robots'
from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2017/08/21/elon-musk-joins-100-experts-urging-un-act-killer-robots/
Social media hate crime clampdown
Online hate crime must be treated as seriously as "offline" offences, under revamped prosecution rules.
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/social-media-hate-crime-clampdown-under-revised-cps-guidelines-10998693
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/social-media-hate-crime-clampdown-under-revised-cps-guidelines-10998693
Arthritis sufferers 'struggling in silence'
More than 10 million people in the UK suffer with arthritis but the crippling condition remains largely "invisible", according to campaigners.
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/arthritis-sufferers-struggling-in-silence-from-invisible-condition-charity-warns-10998674
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/arthritis-sufferers-struggling-in-silence-from-invisible-condition-charity-warns-10998674
Man arrested after attempted child abduction
Police investigating the attempted abduction of a three-year-old girl in North Wales have arrested a man.
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/man-arrested-after-attempted-child-abduction-in-flint-10998098
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/man-arrested-after-attempted-child-abduction-in-flint-10998098
California Rescue Operator Charged With Fraud
Susan Guillot is facing charges for allegedly selling unborn Frisian foals, but never delivering the animals to buyers.
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British boy confirmed as Barcelona victim
British boy Julian Cadman was among the 13 people killed in the Barcelona terror attack.
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/julian-cadman-british-boy-confirmed-as-victim-of-barcelona-attack-10997810
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/julian-cadman-british-boy-confirmed-as-victim-of-barcelona-attack-10997810
Breeders Invited to Free Broodmare Health Seminar
The event will take place Sept. 9 at Hoosier Park Racing and Casino in Anderson, Indiana.
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Davis urges EU to start talk of future relations
Britain is urging the European Union to relax its position that the two sides must settle divorce issues before moving on to discussing future trade relationship.
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/davis-urges-eu-to-move-brexit-talks-on-to-future-trade-relations-10997576
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/davis-urges-eu-to-move-brexit-talks-on-to-future-trade-relations-10997576
Inclines, Declines, and Horse Energy Exertion
Horses' oxygen consumption and cardiac output decreased by an average of 24% and 9%, respectively, when going downhill.
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Savings 'used to fund back-to-school costs'
More than a third of parents dip into their savings to fund back-to-school costs of almost £175, research suggests.
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/savings-and-credit-cards-used-to-fund-back-to-school-costs-10997318
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/savings-and-credit-cards-used-to-fund-back-to-school-costs-10997318
Saturday, 19 August 2017
Lessons for Jeremy Hunt in clash with Hawking
When the actor Eddie Redmayne played Stephen Hawking in the film about his life, The Theory of Everything, he described the world renowned scientist as a "national treasure".
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/lessons-for-jeremy-hunt-dont-insult-national-treasure-hawking-10997154
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/lessons-for-jeremy-hunt-dont-insult-national-treasure-hawking-10997154
iPhone 8 wireless charger to be sold as separate accessory, reports show
from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2017/08/20/iphone-8-wireless-charger-sold-separate-accessory-reports-show/
Seaside town put 'on lockdown' amid disorder
Some pubs, hotels and other businesses in Cromer, Norfolk, have closed their doors this weekend following reports of "low-level disorder", police have said.
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/seaside-town-in-norfolk-put-on-lockdown-amid-low-level-disorder-10997245
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/seaside-town-in-norfolk-put-on-lockdown-amid-low-level-disorder-10997245
Almost one in three Jews thinking of quitting UK
Almost one in three British Jews has considered moving abroad in the past two years, a survey has found.
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/more-british-jews-considering-move-abroad-as-anti-semitism-fears-grow-poll-10997052
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/more-british-jews-considering-move-abroad-as-anti-semitism-fears-grow-poll-10997052
Prescription drug addiction 'a public crisis'
Britain is facing a public crisis over addiction to prescribed medicine, according to the head of a leading drugs charity.
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/prescription-drug-addiction-is-a-public-health-crisis-says-drugwise-charity-10997227
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/prescription-drug-addiction-is-a-public-health-crisis-says-drugwise-charity-10997227
Why I set up my business in a phone box
Thousands of red telephone boxes are being sold off as many get little use. But some savvy entrepreneurs are finding alternative uses for them.
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/entrepreneur-ben-spier-why-i-set-up-my-business-in-a-phone-box-10995124
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/entrepreneur-ben-spier-why-i-set-up-my-business-in-a-phone-box-10995124
How will weather affect eclipse viewing?
On Monday 21 August a solar eclipse is due for those directly in the Moon's shadow on Earth.
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/will-the-weather-hold-out-for-the-eclipse-10995560
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/will-the-weather-hold-out-for-the-eclipse-10995560
War of words heats up between Hunt and Hawking
Jeremy Hunt has come under fire as he reiterated his criticism of Professor Stephen Hawking amid a war of words between the two.
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/jeremy-hunt-in-fresh-attack-on-stephen-hawking-over-nhs-10996309
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/jeremy-hunt-in-fresh-attack-on-stephen-hawking-over-nhs-10996309
Raids net £1.2m of heroin and suitcase of cash
Police have arrested two men after they seized £1.2m worth of heroin and thousands of pounds in cash in raids across Merseyside.
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/drug-raids-net-16312m-worth-of-heroin-and-suitcase-full-of-163500k-in-cash-10995922
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/drug-raids-net-16312m-worth-of-heroin-and-suitcase-full-of-163500k-in-cash-10995922
Healthy Teeth Make for a Happy Horse
Dental problems are common in horses and can lead to behavior changes, chronic pain, and reduced performance.
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Przewalski's Horse Maja Dies
The 13-year-old mare was euthanized at the Smithsonian Conservation Biology Institute after developing renal failure.
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Vehicles on the edge as car park wall collapses
A car park wall has collapsed in Nottingham - leaving vehicles precariously close to a sheer drop.
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/vehicles-on-the-edge-as-car-park-wall-collapses-in-nottingham-10995277
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/vehicles-on-the-edge-as-car-park-wall-collapses-in-nottingham-10995277
NASA praises British boy's 'great' rocket design
A budding four-year-old astronaut who sent NASA a letter asking it to build a rocket he designed was thrilled when the space agency replied with their own letter praising him.
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/nasa-praises-young-british-boys-great-rocket-design-10995262
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/nasa-praises-young-british-boys-great-rocket-design-10995262
SIRS Scoring System Useful in Assessing Equine Emergencies
A recently developed scoring system can help veterinarians make treatment recommendations, researchers say.
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Samsung Galaxy Note 8: Rumours, release date and everything you need to know
from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/0/samsung-galaxy-note-8-rumours-release-date-everything-need-know/
Friday, 18 August 2017
The best alternatives to the iPhone 8
from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/0/best-alternatives-iphone-8/
Stephen Hawking spars with Jeremy Hunt over NHS
Stephen Hawking has criticised the Conservative Government for its handling of the NHS and accused Health Secretary Jeremy Hunt of "abusing" science.
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/stephen-hawking-spars-with-jeremy-hunt-over-nhs-10995008
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/stephen-hawking-spars-with-jeremy-hunt-over-nhs-10995008
Google developing tools to boost news publishers' subscriptions
from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2017/08/18/google-developing-tools-boost-news-publishers-subscriptions/
Brucie Bonus: The catchphrases he was known for
Sir Bruce Forsyth was as famous for his game show catchphrases as he was for his years as a performer and entertainer.
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/brucie-bonus-the-catchphrases-he-was-known-for-10994409
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/brucie-bonus-the-catchphrases-he-was-known-for-10994409
Three Nevada Horses Test Positive for West Nile
None of the three affected horses were vaccinated against West Nile virus.
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from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/39572
Strictly host Winkleman: Forsyth was 'King of TV'
Strictly Come Dancing presenter Claudia Winkleman has paid tribute to her predecessor, Sir Bruce Forsyth.
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/sir-bruce-forsyth-was-king-of-tv-says-strictly-host-claudia-winkleman-10994390
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/sir-bruce-forsyth-was-king-of-tv-says-strictly-host-claudia-winkleman-10994390
Veteran TV host Sir Bruce Forsyth dies at 89
Veteran TV presenter Sir Bruce Forsyth has died at the age of 89.
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/veteran-tv-host-sir-bruce-forsyth-dies-at-89-10994250
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/veteran-tv-host-sir-bruce-forsyth-dies-at-89-10994250
Further rail strikes planned for September
Workers at three separate rail companies will walk out over a long-running dispute about staffing on the network, the RMT union has announced.
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/fresh-wave-of-rail-strikes-planned-for-start-of-september-10994167
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/fresh-wave-of-rail-strikes-planned-for-start-of-september-10994167
Vets Invited to Saddle Up for AAEP Convention in San Antonio
The 63rd Annual AAEP Convention will take place Nov. 17-21 at the Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center.
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AHCF Extends Economic Impact Survey Deadline
The American Horse Council Foundation extended the deadline to Sept. 4.
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from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/39566
Virginia EHV-1 Update: Additional Horse Tests Positive
A third horse on the index farm developed a fever and subsequently tested positive for neurologic EHV-1.
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iOS 11: The 11 best features of Apple's new software
from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/0/ios-11-best-features-apples-new-software/
Wayne and Coleen Rooney expecting another baby
Wayne Rooney's wife Coleen has revealed she is pregnant with their fourth child.
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/wayne-rooney-and-wife-coleen-expecting-fourth-baby-10994022
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/wayne-rooney-and-wife-coleen-expecting-fourth-baby-10994022
Weak pound gives boost to UK tourism
The weakness in the value of sterling has helped to boost the number of tourists visiting the UK, with official figures showing that foreign visits to Britain increased to 3.5 million in June.
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/weak-pound-helps-boost-uk-tourist-numbers-10994001
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/weak-pound-helps-boost-uk-tourist-numbers-10994001
Heineken cleared to buy Punch pub chain
The takeover of Punch Taverrns, one of the biggest deals in the UK pubs sector for several years, is set to go ahead after the competition watchdog accepted undertakings from buyer Heineken.
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/heineken-deal-to-buy-punch-pub-chain-cleared-by-regulators-10993750
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/heineken-deal-to-buy-punch-pub-chain-cleared-by-regulators-10993750
PM: Urgent work to find 'missing' British child
This is a breaking news story.
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/pm-urgent-work-to-find-missing-british-child-in-barcelona-10993937
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/pm-urgent-work-to-find-missing-british-child-in-barcelona-10993937
Samsung Galaxy Note 4 batteries recalled days before Note 8 launch
from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2017/08/18/samsung-galaxy-note-4-batteries-recalled-days-note-8-launch/
Researchers Investigate Naked Foal Syndrome in Akhal-Tekes
Researchers say naked foal syndrome is related to a nonsense gene variant and appears to be unique to Akhal-Tekes.
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from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/39564
Apple's Tim Cook on track to land $90m bonus amid iPhone 8 excitement
from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2017/08/18/tim-cook-track-land-90m-bonus-amid-iphone-8-excitement/
Brexit deal 'not essential', says think tank
A trade deal with the EU following Britain's exit from the bloc is "desirable but not essential", according to a leading free-market think-tank.
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/post-brexit-trade-deal-desirable-but-not-essential-report-10993530
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/post-brexit-trade-deal-desirable-but-not-essential-report-10993530
Michael Barrymore wins wrongful arrest case
Television host Michael Barrymore should receive more than nominal damages against Essex Police over a wrongful arrest.
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/michael-barrymore-entitled-to-damages-over-wrongful-arrest-10993643
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/michael-barrymore-entitled-to-damages-over-wrongful-arrest-10993643
Thursday, 17 August 2017
Six questions about your phone's battery answered
from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/0/six-questions-phones-battery-answered/
See what happens when you ask Siri "what's zero divided by zero?"
from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/0/see-happens-ask-siri-zero-divided-zero/
How to see all the terrifying things Google knows about you
from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/0/see-terrifying-things-google-knows/
How to move your Spotify playlists to Apple Music
from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/0/move-spotify-playlists-apple-music/
Grenfell Tower school pupils triumph in exams
Nearly two-thirds of students living in and close to Grenfell Tower who had to move schools because of the fire have achieved grade A to C in their AS-Level exams.
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/grenfell-tower-school-pupils-triumph-in-exams-despite-losing-friends-in-fire-10992694
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/grenfell-tower-school-pupils-triumph-in-exams-despite-losing-friends-in-fire-10992694
How to check if your partner is on Tinder
from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/0/check-yourpartner-tinder/
Death crash cyclist: No time for brakes
A cyclist accused of hitting and killing a mother on his racing bike has said having a front brake would have made no difference.
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/fatal-crash-cyclist-charlie-alliston-tells-court-front-brake-would-not-have-saved-kim-briggs-10992493
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/fatal-crash-cyclist-charlie-alliston-tells-court-front-brake-would-not-have-saved-kim-briggs-10992493
Miniature Horses, Ponies Seized in Texas
Approximately 80 Miniature Horses and ponies are receiving rehabilitative care after being removed from a property near Houston.
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from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/39563
Facebook Safety Check: What is it and how to mark yourself safe after the Barcelona attack
from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2017/08/17/facebook-safety-check-mark-safe-barcelona-attack/
iPhone 8 to virtually guide people around using augmented reality
from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2017/08/17/iphone-8-virtually-guide-people-around-using-augmented-reality/
Studying the Obvious
Why do researchers spend time studying basic equine behavior questions when the answers seems so obvious?
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from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/39559
Dressage Horse Detained After Positive Glanders Test
Sagacious HF is in extended quarantine in Miami pending the results of additional testing slated for Aug. 23.
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from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/39562
PM not drawn on Brexit talks delay claim
Theresa May has said there is still "a lot to be done" in Brexit negotiations - and did not deny suggestions the next phase of the talks could be delayed.
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/theresa-may-declines-to-be-drawn-on-brexit-talks-delay-claim-10992591
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/theresa-may-declines-to-be-drawn-on-brexit-talks-delay-claim-10992591
Bitcoin peaks at $4,500 in latest milestone for volatile digital currency
from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2017/08/17/bitcoin-peaks-4500-latest-milestone-volatile-digital-currency/
Man fights Italy extradition over model's kidnap
The brother of the man accused of allegedly kidnapping British model Chloe Ayling is fighting extradition to Italy.
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/man-held-over-alleged-chloe-ayling-kidnap-plot-fights-extradition-to-italy-10992604
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/man-held-over-alleged-chloe-ayling-kidnap-plot-fights-extradition-to-italy-10992604
Do you live in one of the UK's cleverest regions?
As thousands of A-level students receive their results all across the UK, its good news for the majority as grades rise for the first time in six years.
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/do-you-live-in-one-of-the-uks-cleverest-regions-10992481
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/do-you-live-in-one-of-the-uks-cleverest-regions-10992481
A Breath of Fresh Air: Senior Horse Respiratory Health
While every horse needs quality air to breathe, senior horses are particularly at risk for respiratory diseases.
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from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/39561
A-level results withheld amid paper leak probe
A criminal investigation into a possible paper leak means a "small number" of A-level students have had their results withheld.
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/a-level-results-withheld-from-some-students-amid-paper-leak-inquiry-10992240
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/a-level-results-withheld-from-some-students-amid-paper-leak-inquiry-10992240
Record Medication Use During Equine Gestation
Keeping a precise medical record for pregnant mares could help vets and researchers better understand fetal malformations.
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What is bitcoin, how does it work and what affects its price?
from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/0/what-is-bitcoin-everything-need-know-about-the-cryptocurrency/
Govt funds controversial facial recognition tech
The Home Office plans to invest more in facial recognition technology for the police despite warnings that it could be illegal and concerns over surveillance.
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/government-funds-controversial-facial-recognition-technology-10992218
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/government-funds-controversial-facial-recognition-technology-10992218
Ford patents removable steering wheel for driverless cars
from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2017/08/17/ford-patents-removable-steering-wheel-driverless-cars/
Malala earns Oxford place with A-level success
Human rights activist Malala has said she is "so excited" at getting A-level results that have earned her a place at Oxford University.
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/malala-earns-oxford-university-place-after-a-level-results-success-10992198
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/malala-earns-oxford-university-place-after-a-level-results-success-10992198
Spending on food boosts July retail sales
Shoppers reined in their spending in July on all but food items as official figures revealed the increased cost of living is weighing on household budgets.
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/spending-on-food-boosts-july-retail-sales-10992209
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/spending-on-food-boosts-july-retail-sales-10992209
Minister backs Labour MP over rape column
A Cabinet minister has said there must be an "honest open debate" about child abuse, after a Labour frontbencher quit for saying Britain has "a problem with British Pakistani men raping and exploiting white girls".
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/sajid-javid-backs-labour-mp-sarah-champion-over-rape-column-10992179
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/sajid-javid-backs-labour-mp-sarah-champion-over-rape-column-10992179
Top A-level grades up this year
More than one in four A-level students scored an A or A* grade in their results, figures show.
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/top-a-level-grades-up-this-year-10992135
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/top-a-level-grades-up-this-year-10992135
Top 50 restaurants in the UK revealed
Restaurant Nathan Outlaw has been named the best restaurant in the UK by the Good Food Guide.
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/good-food-guide-2018-reveals-top-50-uk-restaurants-10992062
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/good-food-guide-2018-reveals-top-50-uk-restaurants-10992062
Bake Off spat as BBC reschedules rival show
The BBC has accused Channel 4 of being "cynical" after it was forced to reschedule its new cooking show to avoid a clash with The Great British Bake Off.
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/bbc-reschedules-rival-great-british-bake-off-show-to-avoid-clash-10991579
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/bbc-reschedules-rival-great-british-bake-off-show-to-avoid-clash-10991579
Wednesday, 16 August 2017
Firemen have mental health issues after Grenfell
Retired firefighters from across the country have reported mental health problems despite not even attending the Grenfell fire disaster.
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/firemen-suffering-mental-health-issues-after-grenfell-tower-blaze-10991898
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/firemen-suffering-mental-health-issues-after-grenfell-tower-blaze-10991898
15 fun Google Easter eggs
from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/0/15-fun-google-easter-eggs/
How to see every photo your friends have ever liked on Facebook
from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/0/see-every-photo-friends-have-ever-liked-facebook/
Delete yourself from the internet with this website
from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/0/delete-internet-website/
How to find out if someone has deleted you on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter
from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/0/find-someone-has-deleted-facebook-instagram-twitter/
A-level results are out as uni applications fall
Hundreds of thousands of students across the country are today finding out their A-level results as research shows a drop in interest in going to university.
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/a-level-results-are-out-as-uni-applications-fall-10991877
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/a-level-results-are-out-as-uni-applications-fall-10991877
Uni vs apprenticeship: What's the best choice?
Sky News spoke to Dedipya and Serenna, who both secured roles at technology giant IBM through different routes.
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/university-vs-apprenticeship-what-is-the-best-career-choice-10991923
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/university-vs-apprenticeship-what-is-the-best-career-choice-10991923
Hurricane Gert aftermath to split UK
The aftermath of Hurricane Gert is expected to hit the UK, splitting the North and South with very different weather.
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/hurricane-gert-aftermath-to-split-uk-with-north-and-south-seeing-very-different-weather-10991715
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/hurricane-gert-aftermath-to-split-uk-with-north-and-south-seeing-very-different-weather-10991715
Maryland Horse Owners: Keep Vaccinations Up-To-Date
Vaccines can help protect horses against potentially deadly West Nile virus and Eastern equine encephalomyelitis.
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from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/39557
EU demand for Apple to pay €13bn taxes unjustified, says Ireland
from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2017/08/16/eu-demand-apple-pay-13bn-taxes-unjustified-says-ireland/
Sinkhole swallows West Midlands driveway
A sinkhole that opened up in the driveway of a West Midlands home on Sunday is now 10 ft wide and growing.
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/sinkhole-continues-to-grow-after-consuming-front-wall-and-driveway-10991503
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/sinkhole-continues-to-grow-after-consuming-front-wall-and-driveway-10991503
Virginia EHV-1 Update: No New Cases Confirmed
The affected horses are from a small private farm in Culpeper County, which is under quarantine until at least Sept. 4.
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from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/39558
Nokia 8 best features: What is a 'both-ie' and does it have Snake?
from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2017/08/16/nokia-8-best-features-both-ie-does-have-snake/
Schoolboys locked in Sainsbury's until 2am
Two schoolboys are reported to have helped themselves to hundreds of pounds worth of goods after being locked inside a supermarket in East Kilbride for four hours.
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/late-night-shop-schoolboys-hide-in-sainsburys-until-2am-10991225
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/late-night-shop-schoolboys-hide-in-sainsburys-until-2am-10991225
Labour frontbencher steps down over Sun article
A Labour MP has resigned from the shadow cabinet after writing an article for The Sun she said contained an "extremely poor choice of words".
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/sarah-champion-resigns-from-labour-shadow-cabinet-over-sun-article-10991388
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/sarah-champion-resigns-from-labour-shadow-cabinet-over-sun-article-10991388
NYSGC Investigating Spate of Horse Deaths at Saratoga
The commission is working to determine what might have contributed to a dozen recent racing- and training-related deaths.
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from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/39556
Delaware Reports First Equine WNV Case of 2017
The 11-year-old Quarter Horse mare from Kent County, which was not currently vaccinated against WNV, was euthanized.
from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/39555
from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/39555
Staying Sound Post-Tendon Injury
My OTTB has recently recovered from a bowed front tendon injury. What can I do to help him continue to stay sound in his new career?
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from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/36998
Apple Watch 3 to work independently from iPhone 8, reports show
from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2017/08/16/apple-watch-3-work-independently-iphone-8-reports-show/
Amazon to create 1,000 jobs at new UK centre
Amazon is continuing its investment in the UK, with the online retail giant unveiling plans for a new distribution centre near Bristol which will create 1,000 new permanent jobs.
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/amazon-to-create-1000-jobs-at-new-bristol-distribution-centre-10991147
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/amazon-to-create-1000-jobs-at-new-bristol-distribution-centre-10991147
Blast 'hero' in court over thefts from victims
A homeless man who was hailed a hero after the Manchester terror attack has appeared in court charged with stealing from two of the victims.
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/manchester-attack-homeless-hero-appears-in-court-over-thefts-from-victims-10990669
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/manchester-attack-homeless-hero-appears-in-court-over-thefts-from-victims-10990669
Saved by the bell? Big Ben silence 'considered'
Parliamentary officials will "consider" how long Big Ben's bongs should be silenced during renovations, a Commons spokesman says.
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/saved-by-the-bell-length-of-big-ben-silence-will-be-considered-10991252
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/saved-by-the-bell-length-of-big-ben-silence-will-be-considered-10991252
Moped gang storm exclusive London jewellers
A manhunt is under way after a gang of robbers smashed their way through an exclusive Chelsea jewellery shop, making off on three mopeds.
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/boodles-of-chelsea-raided-by-moped-gang-wielding-hammers-10991088
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/boodles-of-chelsea-raided-by-moped-gang-wielding-hammers-10991088
Man arrested over alleged kidnapping of model
A second man has been arrested by police investigating the alleged kidnapping of a British model.
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/man-arrested-over-alleged-kidnapping-of-british-model-chloe-ayling-10991183
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/man-arrested-over-alleged-kidnapping-of-british-model-chloe-ayling-10991183
Government wants no changes to Irish border
No border posts or physical monitoring should be installed at the border between the Republic of Ireland and Northern Ireland, the Government said as it unveiled plans for one of the most contentious issues in its exit from the EU.
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/government-wants-no-changes-to-irish-border-arrangements-10991079
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/government-wants-no-changes-to-irish-border-arrangements-10991079
Managing Your Horse's Back Pain
Two veterinarians share how they diagnose, treat, and rehab back-sore horses.
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from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/38004
NHS compensation soars over birth negligence
The cost of compensating patients seriously harmed by negligent care in the NHS has become "unsustainable", officials have warned.
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/record-rise-in-babies-born-with-brain-damage-sees-nhs-compensation-bill-soar-10991025
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/record-rise-in-babies-born-with-brain-damage-sees-nhs-compensation-bill-soar-10991025
iPhone 8 vs iPhone 7: What will the differences be?
from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/0/iphone-8-vs-iphone-7-will-differences/
May: UK could replace EU peace funding for NI
Britain will consider replacing some European Union funding for peace projects in Northern Ireland after Brexit, Theresa May has said.
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/theresa-may-uk-could-replace-eu-peace-funding-for-ni-after-brexit-10990954
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/theresa-may-uk-could-replace-eu-peace-funding-for-ni-after-brexit-10990954
Walnut Whip without the walnut? Whatever next?
"Walnut Whip without the walnut? Whatever next?" - one Twitter user exclaimed.
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/walnut-whip-without-the-walnut-whatever-next-10990829
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/walnut-whip-without-the-walnut-whatever-next-10990829
Tories break ranks with PM over Trump silence
Senior Tories are breaking ranks over Theresa May's refusal to condemn Donald Trump for his comments on the Charlottesville protest.
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/tories-break-ranks-after-mays-silence-over-trumps-charlottesville-comments-10990818
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/tories-break-ranks-after-mays-silence-over-trumps-charlottesville-comments-10990818
UK's new £3bn warship arrives in Portsmouth
Britain's biggest-ever warship has arrived at its base in Portsmouth for the first time.
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/uks-new-1633bn-warship-hms-queen-elizabeth-arrives-in-portsmouth-10990882
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/uks-new-1633bn-warship-hms-queen-elizabeth-arrives-in-portsmouth-10990882
Wages continue to lag behind inflation
Average earnings continued to lag behind inflation in the three months to June, official figures show.
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/wages-continue-to-lag-behind-inflation-10990853
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/wages-continue-to-lag-behind-inflation-10990853
Hapless robot in shelf stack fail proves our jobs are safe - for now
from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2017/08/16/hapless-robot-shelf-stack-fail-proves-jobs-safe-now/
Billing errors cost energy customers £102m last year
Billing blunders by energy firms cost customers more than £102m last year, figures reveal.
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/13m-energy-customers-overcharged-by-163102m-because-of-billing-errors-10990723
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/13m-energy-customers-overcharged-by-163102m-because-of-billing-errors-10990723
UK plans 'frictionless' Brexit Ireland border
The government is set to outline how it hopes to maintain a "frictionless and seamless" border between Northern Ireland and the Republic when the UK leaves the customs union.
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/uk-plans-frictionless-post-brexit-border-with-ireland-10989736
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/uk-plans-frictionless-post-brexit-border-with-ireland-10989736
Manchester 'hero' accused of bank card theft
A homeless man who was hailed a hero for tending to those injured in the Manchester terror attack has been charged with stealing a bank card amid the carnage.
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/manchester-bombing-homeless-hero-stole-bank-card-amid-terror-10990669
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/manchester-bombing-homeless-hero-stole-bank-card-amid-terror-10990669
Big Ben may not be silent for years after all
MPs have called for a review into whether Big Ben should remain silent for four years as it is refurbished.
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/big-ben-may-not-be-silent-for-four-years-after-all-10990717
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/big-ben-may-not-be-silent-for-four-years-after-all-10990717
Daniel Craig 'can't wait' to play Bond again
Daniel Craig has confirmed he will play 007 for the last time in the upcoming film Bond 25.
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/daniel-craig-confirms-he-will-play-bond-again-10990730
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/daniel-craig-confirms-he-will-play-bond-again-10990730
Tuesday, 15 August 2017
Freak dinosaur may be the missing link
A freak dinosaur with a mixture of different features may have been the missing link between plant eaters and predators, scientists say.
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/unusual-chilesaurus-may-link-plant-eaters-and-predators-10989812
from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/unusual-chilesaurus-may-link-plant-eaters-and-predators-10989812
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