Thursday, 30 November 2017

Fitness fanatic: How I dealt with HIV face on

Becky Mitchell, a 43-year-old fitness instructor from Bristol, discovered she had been infected with HIV in her late 30s. Here she tells her story:

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/fitness-fanatic-how-i-dealt-with-hiv-face-on-11150830

Nottingham ready to welcome Harry and Meghan

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle will visit Nottingham later for their first official engagement together.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/harry-and-meghan-to-make-first-official-joint-engagement-in-nottingham-11150884

Almost one million face a lonely Christmas

Nearly a million older people say they feel lonelier at Christmas time, according to research from Age UK.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/almost-one-million-will-spend-christmas-alone-this-year-11150869

'Not possible' to avoid hard border in Ireland

MPs scrutinising the Brexit negotiations have poured cold water on the Government's aim to leave the EU's single market and customs union while preventing a hard border with Ireland.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/not-possible-to-avoid-post-brexit-hard-border-in-ireland-say-mps-11150811

Homes and businesses divided by Irish border

Their front door is in Northern Ireland, their back door in the Republic.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/homes-and-businesses-divided-by-irish-border-11150875

UK tech investor shunned by EU fund secures backing from British Business Bank



from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2017/12/01/uk-tech-investor-shunned-eu-fund-secures-backing-british-business/

More snow and ice warnings for parts of UK

Britain's big freeze is set to continue as forecasters warned snow and ice could bring more disruption to parts of the country on Friday.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/big-freeze-more-snow-and-ice-forecast-as-met-office-warns-of-travel-disruption-11150766

Bellfield: 'Stone offered me money to confess'

Levi Bellfield claims he was offered payment by Michael Stone to confess to the Chillenden murders.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/bellfield-stone-offered-me-money-to-confess-to-chillenden-murders-11150717

Manchester bomb victim's mum criticises Trump

The mother of a concert-goer who was killed in the Manchester Arena terror attack has urged Donald Trump to "stop all this hate campaign".

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/mother-of-manchester-bomb-victim-martyn-hett-criticises-donald-trump-11150743

Corbyn hits back at Morgan Stanley in banker row

Jeremy Corbyn has issued a furious retort to Morgan Stanley after the major investment bank warned a Labour election victory could pose a bigger threat to British business than Brexit.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/jeremy-corbyn-hits-back-at-morgan-stanley-as-he-slams-greedy-bankers-11150647

England to find out World Cup fate at Moscow draw

Are England genuine World Cup contenders, or just - once more - pretenders?

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/england-to-discover-world-cup-opponents-at-glittering-moscow-draw-11150660

Kellogg's to axe Ricicles in sugar crackdown

Kellogg's has left cereal fans outraged as it announced it will stop making Ricicles by January next year.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/kelloggs-to-stop-making-ricicles-in-sugar-crackdown-11150573

Poppi Worthington was a 'bully', says father

The father of a toddler who died after sustaining serious injuries called the little girl a "bully" as he cried at her inquest.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/poppi-worthington-father-calls-13-month-old-a-bully-as-he-gives-evidence-11150461

Diagnosing Equine Upper-Airway Abnormalities

Surgeon Dr. Brett Woodie covers ways vets can identify the causes of upper-respiratory issues in athletic horses.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/39987

Facebook disables feature that let companies hide adverts from ethnic minorities



from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2017/11/30/facebook-disables-feature-companies-stop-ethnic-minorities-seeing/

Set Up Your Senior Horse For Cold-Weather Comfort

Ensure you're providing your senior horse with the support he needs to stay healthy all winter long.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/39989

Boy drowned 'because of parents' negligence'

A five-year-old boy drowned at a water park after his parents allowed him to go off on his own, a court has heard.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/boy-drowned-at-water-park-because-of-parents-negligence-court-hears-11150331

DNA Analysis Reveals New Genus of Extinct Horses

Researchers discovered a previously unrecognized genus of extinct horses that roamed North America during the last ice age.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/39988

DUP: border issue could 'destablise' Govt deal

The DUP has warned Theresa May's Government that a Brexit "convergence deal" with Ireland could "destabilise" the confidence and supply agreement.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/dup-warns-government-brexit-border-issue-could-destablise-confidence-deal-11150379

New EU food safety rules mean paler chips

Golden brown chips, crisps and biscuits are to become paler under new food safety guidelines issued by the European Commission.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/new-eu-food-safety-rules-mean-paler-chips-11150075

Uber suffers another high profile departure as UberEats Europe boss quits



from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2017/11/30/uber-suffers-another-high-profile-departure-ubereats-europe/

Stubborn as a Donkey?

One behavior expert explains the differences in behavior between donkeys and horses.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/37643

Navicular Disease: Early Intervention and Long-Term Care

Learn about diagnosis and management of navicular horses and get your questions answered.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/39986

New migraine drug hailed as a 'very big deal'

A new drug that can halve the duration of migraines has been described as a "very big deal in terms of understanding the disorder".

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/a-very-big-deal-new-drug-can-halve-duration-of-migraines-11150158

Selling or Giving Away a Horse With Issues

Find out what you should tell buyers about the horse's challenges and how to ensure he gets an appropriate home.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/39985

May tackles Trump directly over tweets

Theresa May has launched her first direct condemnation of Donald Trump, saying she is "very clear that re-tweeting from Britain First was the wrong thing to do".

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/theresa-may-tackles-donald-trump-over-tweets-on-trip-to-jordan-11150261

Noel Gallagher: Jeremy Corbyn is a 'communist'

Labour leader Jeremy Corbyn is a "communist", according to Noel Gallagher.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/noel-gallagher-brands-labour-leader-jeremy-corbyn-a-communist-11150042

Twitter 'hero' who banned Donald Trump's account unmasked as former Birmingham University student



from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2017/11/30/twitter-hero-banned-donald-trumps-account-unmasked-former-birmingham/

Appeal to catch serial rush hour sex attacker

A serial sex attacker who targets young females during rush hour is thought to have assaulted his 25th victim.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/police-appeal-after-serial-rush-hour-sex-attacker-targets-25th-victim-11150008

Rate rise blamed as house price growth stalls

House prices grew more slowly than expected last month, according to Nationwide, as it was claimed rising interest rates have dampened demand.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/interest-rate-rise-blamed-for-stall-in-house-price-growth-11149948

The far-right: What is Britain First?

Britain First classes itself as a "patriotic political party and street movement" with nearly two million Facebook followers.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/the-far-right-what-is-britain-first-11149915

Hacking suspect appeals against US extradition

A legal precedent will be set over the extradition of a man with Asperger's accused in the US of hacking government computer systems.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/hacking-suspect-lauri-love-appeals-against-extradition-to-us-11149922

How can I buy bitcoin in the UK?



from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/0/can-buy-bitcoin-uk/

Sadiq Khan: Trump 'betrays special relationship'

Donald Trump's re-tweets of far-right group Britain First are a "betrayal of the special relationship", Sadiq Khan has said.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/sadiq-khan-blasts-back-at-donald-trump-after-anti-muslim-video-tweets-11149987

Briton fighting IS dies while clearing mines

A British man who joined Kurdish forces in Syria to fight Islamic State has died while clearing mines in Raqqa.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/british-man-fighting-islamic-state-in-syria-dies-while-clearing-mines-11149862

'No festive cheer' as consumers shun big buys

Consumer confidence has fallen to its lowest level since just after the Brexit vote as households shun major purchases, according to a closely-watched survey.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/consumer-confidence-falls-as-households-shun-major-purchases-poll-finds-11149864

Net migration drops sharply after Brexit vote

Net migration to the UK fell by 106,000 to 230,000 in the year following the EU referendum, new figures show.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/net-migration-drops-sharply-after-brexit-vote-11149951

Brit 'faces jail' over Dubai hotel selfie fight

A British expat is reportedly facing jail in Dubai after witnessing a fight between her friends and a stranger.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/briton-asa-hutchinson-faces-jail-in-dubai-over-hotel-selfie-fight-11149843

Pound at fresh two-month high on EU deal hopes

The pound has climbed to new two-month highs on hopes that the UK is nearing a divorce deal with the EU.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/pound-climbs-to-fresh-two-month-highs-on-eu-deal-hopes-11149837

Wednesday, 29 November 2017

Christmas travel chaos as train drivers to strike

A planned train strike could hit one of the busiest travel days of the festive period, with drivers walking out three days before Christmas.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/virgin-trains-drivers-to-strike-on-friday-before-christmas-11149449

Are you in an area with fast police helicopters?

Police helicopters are taking so long to reach crime scenes that the incident is over before they arrive in more than 40% of cases.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/parts-of-uk-with-quickest-police-helicopter-response-times-revealed-11149762

Fundraiser to buy Grenfell victims Christmas gifts

A group of volunteers are hoping to bring Christmas to the traumatised children of Grenfell in a fundraising campaign.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/christmas-for-grenfell-fundraiser-to-buy-presents-for-children-affected-by-fire-11149723

Retailers back deposit scheme for plastic bottles

Two major supermarkets are backing a small deposit scheme on plastic bottles in a bid to cut down on the amount of rubbish making its way into our oceans.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/iceland-and-co-op-back-deposit-return-scheme-on-plastic-bottles-11149623

Campaign sues Google on behalf of 5.4m Britons

Google is facing legal action launched on behalf of 5.4 million people in England and Wales over allegations it unlawfully collected their personal data.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/campaign-sues-google-on-behalf-of-54m-britons-over-snooping-allegations-11149658

Trump hits out at May over Britain First tweets

Donald Trump has hit out at Theresa May after Downing Street criticised him for retweeting videos by the far-right group Britain First.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/trump-hits-out-at-may-over-britain-first-tweets-11149758

PM vows to get 1m more disabled people in work

The Prime Minister has announced plans to get a million more disabled people into work over the next decade.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/theresa-may-vows-to-get-one-million-more-disabled-people-in-work-11149436

Temperatures to fall bringing snow to parts of UK

Weather warnings for snow and ice have been issued for large parts of the UK as temperatures are set to plummet to below freezing on Thursday.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/temperatures-to-plummet-bringing-snow-to-parts-of-uk-11149445

Heinz found in breach of advertising code

An advert for baked beans has been banned in its current form after viewers complained about nutritional claims it appeared to make.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/heinz-in-breach-of-advertising-code-with-beans-nutrition-claim-11149043

No 10: Trump 'wrong' over Britain First retweets

Downing Street has said it was "wrong" for Donald Trump to share anti-Muslim videos posted online by the far-right group Britain First.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/no-10-trump-wrong-over-britain-first-retweets-11149132

Barnier: Britain abandoned EU in fight against IS

Downing Street has hit back at a top EU official's suggestion the UK has abandoned Europe in the fight against Islamic State.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/michel-barnier-suggests-uk-abandoned-europe-in-fight-against-is-11149337

William's best wishes for 'scrounging' Harry

Prince William has offered his congratulations to his younger brother for his engagement but also could not resist poking fun at him.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/prince-williams-best-wishes-for-scrounging-brother-11149248

Terminally ill facing benefits reassessments

People with degenerative diseases are being put under "extra stress" by having to undergo reassessments of their health so they can continue to receive benefits, say campaigners.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/people-with-degenerative-diseases-still-facing-benefits-reassessments-11149164

What else could the '£50bn' Brexit bill pay for?

A huge debate has erupted over a reported £50bn divorce bill the UK could pay for leaving the European Union.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/what-else-could-the-16350bn-brexit-bill-pay-for-11149151

Uber's road to profitability lengthens at losses hit $1.5bn



from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2017/11/29/ubers-road-profitability-lengthens-losses-rise-15bn/

May denies agreement on £50bn Brexit bill

Theresa May has insisted there is still no agreement on the UK's Brexit bill despite reports British officials have committed up to £50bn to the EU.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/theresa-may-denies-deal-has-been-struck-on-16350bn-brexit-bill-11149170

Snapchat boss: Rise of Facebook's news feed 'came at huge cost to our minds'



from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2017/11/29/snapchat-boss-rise-facebooks-news-feed-came-huge-cost-minds/

PM refuses to rule out British Army squeeze

The Prime Minister has become the first major foreign leader to visit Iraq since the fall of the Islamic State stronghold of Mosul.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/pm-refuses-to-rule-out-british-army-squeeze-on-visit-to-iraq-11149067

MP apologises for barb at pregnant journalist

A Labour MP has apologised "unreservedly" for an "ill-judged" comment to a pregnant journalist.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/tulip-siddiq-apologises-for-barb-at-pregnant-journalist-11149060

Lloyds and Yorkshire to shut branches

Lloyds Banking Group and Yorkshire Building Society have announced dozens of branch closures between them, in a move that has raised fresh fears about the decline in the availability of bricks and mortar banking.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/lloyds-and-yorkshire-building-society-confirm-branch-closures-11149054

A Window Into Your Horse's Sole

If you're lucky, your horse has been blessed with thick soles; if not, here's how to manage his feet to help keep him sound.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/39941

Universal Credit 'disaster' as helpline shuts for Xmas

Benefits claimants face "disaster" after it was revealed the Universal Credit helpline will be closed for most of Christmas.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/claimants-face-universal-credit-disaster-as-helpline-closes-for-most-of-xmas-11149016

Police send Ben Stokes 'assault' file to CPS

A file on an incident outside a Bristol nightclub involving England cricketer Ben Stokes has been passed to the CPS, police say.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/police-send-evidence-file-on-ben-stokes-assault-claim-to-cps-11149099

Bitcoin jumps to $11,000 less than 12 hours after $10,000 breakthrough



from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2017/11/29/bitcoin-jumps-11000-less-12-hours-10000-breakthrough/

Ex-nurse jailed for cooking his dog for pet food

A former mental health nurse who killed and cooked his dog before feeding it to his other pet dog has been jailed for two years.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/ex-nurse-jailed-for-two-years-after-cooking-dog-for-pet-food-11148945

Digital Foal Certificates to be Introduced in 2018

The Jockey Club will be using digital foal certificates to replace hard copies beginning with the 2018 foal crop.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/39984

Sam Allardyce set to become Everton boss

Sam Allardyce has agreed a deal to become the new Everton manager, according to Sky sources.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/sam-allardyce-set-to-become-everton-boss-11149007

Top London museum stops using plastic bottles

The Natural History Museum has said it will stop selling single-use plastic water bottles as part of efforts to reduce pollution in the world's oceans.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/natural-history-museum-stops-using-plastic-bottles-11148932

Are Peppermints Spoiling My Horse's Diet?

Will giving my horse peppermints offset the hard work we're doing to help her lose weight?

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/38309

Horse Owners Face Animal Cruelty Charges After Traffic Crash

The owners were ordered to repair fencing the day before the crash that left a motorist injured and a horse dead.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/39983

Facebook is asking users to upload a selfie to prove who they are  



from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2017/11/29/facebook-asking-users-upload-selfie-prove/

Uber reveals 2.7 million British users hit by data breach



from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2017/11/29/uber-reveals-27-million-british-users-hit-data-breach/

Boise Wild Horse Corral Reopens After Strangles Outbreak

About 75% of the horses at the facility contracted strangles and all have fully recovered.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/39981

Your Obese Horse or Pony is Costing You Money

Recent study results suggest that caretakers spend, on average, nearly $435 more each year managing obese equids compared to their nonobese counterparts.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/39982

'ATM desert' fears over plans to cut fees

MPs have called for reassurances over the future of the UK's free-to-use cash machines after proposed changes prompted fears that thousands could close.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/mps-call-for-reassurance-over-atm-desert-concerns-11148766

PM reveals why there won't be wedding bank holiday

The sight of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle getting married is enough to "cheer people up" without creating a bank holiday, Theresa May has suggested.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/pm-reveals-why-there-wont-be-a-royal-wedding-bank-holiday-11148699

Military officers 'dressed down' after leaks

The country's most senior military officers were recently summoned to the Ministry of Defence (MoD) for a "non-negotiable meeting" and a "dressing down" after a recent stream of leaks to the media giving details about planned defence cuts.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/senior-military-officers-dressed-down-after-leaks-over-defence-cuts-11148583

Apple security flaw lets anyone log into Mac computers without a password



from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2017/11/29/apple-security-flaw-anyone-log-mac-computers-without-password/

Evidence may link serial killer to Kent murders

New evidence could link serial killer Levi Bellfield to the hammer murders of a woman and her daughter, lawyers acting for a man convicted of the killings say.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/new-evidence-may-link-serial-killer-levi-bellfield-to-kent-hammer-murders-lawyers-say-11148611

Teen charged over Leeds crash which killed five

A teenager has been charged with causing the deaths of three children and two men who died in a car crash in Leeds.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/teen-charged-over-leeds-crash-which-killed-five-11148588

Tuesday, 28 November 2017

Rail lines closed in the 1960s could be reopened

Rail lines which were closed during the notorious Beeching cuts in the 1960s could be reopened, the Transport Secretary has announced.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/rail-lines-shut-during-1960s-beeching-cuts-could-be-reopened-11148434

New tech helps Facebook remove 99% of IS posts

Facebook claims it is making significant advances in the fight against online extremism.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/new-tech-helps-facebook-remove-99-of-is-posts-before-users-flag-it-up-11148386

Warning over immigration 'cliff edge' after Brexit

Building industry bosses have warned the Government they will need a generous immigration regime after Brexit to avoid a "cliff edge" if EU workers are restricted. 

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/industry-bosses-demand-answers-over-what-migration-rules-will-be-after-brexit-11148255

I trusted Poppi's dad with my kids, sister says

The sister of Paul Worthington, who is said to have sexually assaulted his 13-month-old daughter Poppi before her death, has told a court she trusted him with her own children.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/poppi-worthington-sister-says-she-trusted-babys-father-with-her-own-children-11147978

Awards scrapped after Sky's Grenfell revelation

A prestigious awards ceremony for the £890m building insulation industry has been cancelled following a Sky News investigation into lobbying and fire safety.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/grenfell-insulation-industry-awards-cancelled-following-sky-news-investigation-11147852

PM defends Green's PMQs turn amid allegations

Theresa May has defended her decision to allow Damian Green to stand in for her at Prime Minister's Questions while he is accused of sexual harassment and having porn on his computer.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/theresa-may-defends-damian-greens-pmqs-appearance-11148168

Jailed British mum to undergo health assessment

A British mother jailed in Iran is due to be assessed to determine whether she is fit to stay in prison, campaigners say.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/jailed-british-mum-nazanin-zaghari-ratcliffe-to-undergo-health-assessment-11147915

Black Friday breaks John Lewis trading record

John Lewis says it achieved its best sales performance in a single day on Black Friday, after a tougher year for retailers so far.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/black-friday-breaks-john-lewis-trading-record-11147867

Poll Recap: Holiday Horse Care

Of the 783 respondents, 316 (40%) said they stay home during the holidays to care for their horses.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/39980

Uber's $70bn valuation under pressure as SoftBank plans to buy shares at huge discount



from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2017/11/28/ubers-70bn-valuation-pressure-softbank-plans-buy-shares-huge/

4,000 jobs at risk as wholesaler P&H collapses

4,000 jobs are hanging in the balance as the wholesaler Palmer & Harvey enters administration after the failure of rescue talks.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/palmer-harvey-enters-administration-leaving-4000-jobs-at-risk-11147939

Govt may call vote to block full Brexit study release

Ministers could avoid having to release a list of Brexit impact assessments in full by triggering a new vote in the Commons, they have suggested.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/ministers-may-trigger-new-vote-to-block-release-of-full-brexit-studies-11147858

EU data laws block Facebook's suicide prevention tool 



from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2017/11/28/eu-data-laws-block-facebooks-suicide-prevention-tool/

Chennai Six 'over the moon' as they walk free

The former British soldiers known as the Chennai Six have been freed from jail following their acquittal on weapons charges in India.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/chennai-six-over-the-moon-as-they-are-freed-from-indian-jail-11147762

Viagra to be sold over counter for first time

Men over the age of 18 will be able to buy Viagra over the counter without a prescription after a reclassification.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/viagra-to-be-sold-over-the-counter-for-the-first-time-after-reclassification-11147842

Who is mystery Meghan and Harry matchmaker?

When newly engaged Meghan Markle and Prince Harry said they were introduced by a female friend, they prompted fevered speculation over the identity of the mystery matchmaker.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/misha-nonoo-who-is-mystery-meghan-and-harry-matchmaker-11147558

Kate Middleton's uncle sentenced for hitting wife

The uncle of the Duchess of Cambridge has been fined £5,000 and handed a community order after striking his wife with a "left hook" to the face during an argument.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/duchess-of-cambridges-uncle-sentenced-for-punching-wife-in-face-after-drunken-row-11147700

Kate 'thrilled' at Harry and Meghan engagement

The Duchess of Cambridge has said she is "absolutely thrilled" at the "exciting news" of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's engagement.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/kate-thrilled-at-harry-and-meghans-engagement-11147635

Saddle Fit Conference to Take Place in December 2018

The program will focus on the latest research, from equine pain recognition to rider posture and equine biomechanics,

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Facebook and Twitter to help UK's Russia inquiry

Facebook and Twitter have said they will assist the UK's inquiries into Russian interference in the EU referendum.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/facebook-and-twitter-to-help-uks-inquiry-into-whether-russia-interferred-with-brexit-vote-11147674

Horses Saved From Vermont Barn Blaze

The property owner, neighbors, and fire crews removed all 40 horses from inside the burning structure safely.

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Corolla Wild Horse Fund Executive Officer Resigns

The fund manages a herd of approximately 120 wild horses that roam the northernmost Currituck Outer Banks of North Carolina.

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BLM Beginning Second Year of Conger Horse Gather, Study

The gather is part of a two-year study in which researchers are evaluating wild horse behavior and ecology

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Is Time the Best Treatment for Equine Sarcoids?

In a recent study nearly half the small sarcoids regressed on their own over several years. Many others resolved with minimally invasive treatment methods.

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4000 jobs at risk at tobacco giant P&H

Thousands of workers in the UK's grocery distribution sector are facing a bleak Christmas as Palmer & Harvey (P&H), Britain's biggest tobacco supplier, hovers on the brink of administration despite hopes of a last-ditch rescue deal.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/thousands-of-jobs-at-risk-as-tobacco-supplier-ph-hovers-on-brink-11147623

Why Christmas dinner will cost 18% more this year

Families celebrating Christmas with a traditional festive feast should stock up on gold chocolate coins this year - as the meal price has jumped by 18%.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/why-christmas-dinner-will-cost-18-more-this-year-11147566

Corrie star Bruno Langley admits sex assaults

Former Coronation Street actor Bruno Langley has admitted to sexually assaulting two women at a Manchester music venue.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/former-coronation-street-actor-bruno-langley-admits-sexual-assaults-11147470

Hackers target Victoria's Secret shoppers in run-up to Christmas



from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2017/11/28/hackers-target-victorias-secret-shoppers-run-up-christmas/

Microsoft Surface Book 2 review: A first rate Windows experience



from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/0/microsoft-surface-book-2-review-first-rate-windows-experience/

Davis 'could be in contempt' over Brexit redactions

Brexit Secretary David Davis could be in contempt of Parliament for redacting dozens of impact assessments on Brexit, Labour has claimed.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/labour-issues-contempt-threat-over-brexit-impact-papers-11146862

BA owner buys Monarch's runway slots at Gatwick

BA owner IAG is buying the take-off and landing slots left vacant at Gatwick Airport by collapsed airline Monarch.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/ba-owner-iag-buys-monarchs-runway-slots-at-gatwick-11147280

Monday, 27 November 2017

Legal drug-taking rooms 'can reduce deaths'

The Government is being urged to consider introducing legal drug consumption rooms in a bid to reduce the number of drug-related deaths.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/call-for-legal-drug-taking-rooms-which-can-reduce-deaths-11147235

Corgis and cooking: 13 Harry and Meghan facts

After announcing their engagement to the world, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle spoke about their relationship during an in-depth TV interview.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/harry-and-meghan-13-facts-about-the-newly-engaged-royal-couple-11147294

Two drowned on Govt-funded volunteer scheme

Two young people have drowned and others have been sexually assaulted while taking part in a government-funded volunteering programme, it has emerged.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/two-drowned-taking-part-in-high-risk-international-citizen-service-watchdog-says-11147282

Good Friday deal signatory warns 'cool it'

Bertie Ahern has pleaded with both Dublin and London in the Brexit negotiations to "cool it".

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/good-friday-deal-signatory-bertie-ahern-warns-cool-it-over-ireland-brexit-row-11147104

Aung San Suu Kyi stripped of Freedom of Oxford

Oxford's council has stripped the Freedom of the City from Myanmar leader Aung San Suu Kyi over her failure to condemn violence against Rohingya Muslims.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/aung-san-suu-kyi-stripped-of-freedom-of-oxford-over-rohingya-violence-11147140

Leeds crash dead were all in same stolen car

Five people who died after a "catastrophic" crash in Leeds on Saturday night were all travelling in the same stolen car, police have said.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/leeds-crash-dead-were-all-in-same-stolen-car-police-say-11146882

Mother heard 'scream' before Poppi's death

The mother of toddler Poppi Worthington fought back tears as she told an inquest she heard her daughter scream shortly before her sudden death.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/mother-of-poppi-worthington-heard-scream-before-toddlers-death-11147036

Defence Secretary hints he may fight cuts

Defence Secretary Gavin Williamson has hinted that he will fight cuts to the defence budget during his debut appearance at the House of Commons despatch box.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/defence-secretary-hints-he-may-fight-chancellor-over-cuts-11146992

Meghan Markle: It was an immediate yes

Meghan Markle has revealed she gave an immediate "yes" to Prince Harry after he got down on one knee to propose as they cooked dinner at Kensington Palace.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/meghan-markle-it-was-an-immediate-yes-to-prince-harry-proposal-11147027

Diana's diamonds used in engagement ring

Prince Harry paid a touching tribute to his mother with the engagement ring he gave to Meghan Markle.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/dianas-diamonds-used-in-engagement-ring-as-harry-pays-touching-tribute-to-his-mother-11146865

Butler County, Pennsylvania, Horse Tests Positive for EHV

A dressage barn and a small private facility are under quarantine as the affected horse recovers.

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Winter Horse Feeding: Ration Balancer Feeds and Supplements

Learn the difference between ration balancer feeds and supplements and how they benefit horses when pastures are scarce.

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EIA Confirmed in Havelock, Quebec, Horse

The affected horse was tested prior to being moved to a new premises, officials said. The animal is now quarantined.

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Big freeze could bring -10C to parts of UK

Winter is set to bite this week with temperatures falling away to a possible low of -8C (17.6F) on Thursday and authorities issuing a health warning.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/big-freeze-could-bring-10c-as-uk-temperatures-plummet-11146773

'Chennai Six' found not guilty, say supporters

The so-called "Chennai Six" - former British soldiers jailed in India on weapons charges - have won their appeal, according to supporters.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/chennai-six-found-not-guilty-according-to-supporters-11146548

YouTube investigates paedophilic search suggestions



from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2017/11/27/youtube-investigates-paedophilic-search-suggestions/

Senate Calls for 'Politically Viable' Wild Horse Solutions

The Senate's proposed budget bill for fiscal 2018 calls for the Department of the Interior to explore options for maintaining wild horse herds.

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The church, the dress, the house, the ring...

News of a new Royal wedding has immediately sparked speculation: Where will Harry and Meghan tie the knot? What will she wear?

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/harry-and-meghan-the-church-the-dress-the-house-the-ring-11146555

Louisiana Man Charged in Horse Thefts

Authorities credited the stolen horses' identifying tattoos with their ability to trace the animals.

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MP slammed for 'Trump' diplomacy over Ireland

A Labour MP has been accused of "taking diplomacy lessons from Donald Trump" over comments she made about the Irish border post-Brexit.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/mp-calls-for-ireland-to-pay-for-physical-border-in-event-of-no-deal-brexit-11146668

Equine Weight Loss Mysteries

How to unravel the reason behind your horse's head-scratching weight loss.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/39940

DUP leader deletes tweet over Royal wedding slip

Politicians have welcomed news of another Royal wedding, rushing to congratulate Prince Harry and Meghan Markle on their engagement.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/royal-wedding-politicians-respond-to-harry-and-meghans-engagement-11146592

Researchers: Sensors Can Help Improve Rider Aids

Understanding the biomechanics of cues from a rider's legs, seat, and hands could lead to improved equine welfare, researchers say.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/39969

'Miners versus Thatcher' student party scrapped

A "wholly unacceptable" student party aimed at depicting the battle between miners and Margaret Thatcher has been cancelled amid widespread criticism.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/wholly-unacceptable-miners-versus-thatcher-student-party-cancelled-11146302

Think you know Meghan Markle? Take our quiz

Now Prince Harry and Meghan Markle are engaged, everyone will be talking about the prince's fiancee. But how much do you know about the newest member of the Royal family?

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/think-you-know-meghan-markle-take-the-sky-news-quiz-11146423

Drivers playing Pokemon Go at the wheel linked to two deaths and hundreds of car crashes



from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2017/11/27/drivers-playing-pokemon-go-wheel-linked-two-deaths-hundreds/

The joy of getting to know Meghan Markle

It was the first time that I'd seen Harry and Meghan together. There was no way I'd expected them to appear somewhere as open and public as Nathan Phillips Square in the middle of Toronto.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/getting-to-know-meghan-markle-how-love-flourished-with-prince-harry-11146377

Prince Harry to marry girlfriend Meghan Markle

Prince Harry is to marry his girlfriend Meghan Markle, Clarence House has announced.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/prince-harry-to-marry-girlfriend-meghan-markle-11146359

Consumers struggle to cancel unwanted services

Consumers are struggling to ditch unwanted subscription services such as gym memberships, television, insurance and online streaming services, according to a new report.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/consumers-face-struggle-to-cancel-unwanted-services-11146283

Cyber Monday hopes after tough Black Friday

Retailers will be hoping for a better performance on the latest big pre-Christmas shopping day, Cyber Monday, as early figures showed a fall in store visits on Black Friday.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/cyber-monday-hopes-after-decline-for-stores-on-black-friday-11146241

Sunday, 26 November 2017

Record parking fine profit for councils

English councils have raised a record £819 from parking fines and charges over the last year – a 10% increase on last year, a RAC study shows.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/record-parking-fine-profit-for-councils-11146154

Christmas homeless crisis looms, warns charity

Housing charity Shelter says it expects to see an increase in the number of crisis calls this Christmas, up from one every 22 seconds last year.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/christmas-homeless-crisis-looms-warns-charity-11146071

Grenfell: Cladding firms helped write safety rules



from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/grenfell-cladding-firms-helped-write-safety-rules-11146167

Productivity tackled in new industrial strategy

A new industrial strategy is to be revealed by the Government later, aiming to tackle Britain's "weakness" of productivity.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/productivity-weakness-tackled-as-govt-launches-industrial-strategy-11145594

Should the online giants be taxed on their users?



from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2017/11/26/should-online-giants-taxed-users/

Royal Navy makes history at Buckingham Palace

Royal Navy sailors have performed the Changing the Guard ceremony at Buckingham Palace for the first time in its 357-year history.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/royal-navy-makes-history-by-performing-changing-the-guard-ceremony-11145251

Man charged over attack on D-Day veteran, 96

A man has been charged with the attempted murder of a D-Day veteran who suffered life-threatening injuries in a suspected claw hammer attack in his home.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/man-charged-with-attempted-murder-of-96-year-old-d-day-veteran-11145120

Iran makes fresh allegations against Nazanin

Iran has made fresh allegations against jailed British-Iranian mother Nazanin Zaghari-Ratcliffe, including claims she set up a spy network.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/iran-makes-fresh-allegations-against-jailed-nazanin-zaghari-ratcliffe-11144975

AAEP Foundation Establishes Equine Research Endowment

The late Dr. Michelle LeBlanc pledged a portion of her estate to fund future equine research, which helped begin the endowment.

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Police warning over new type of car crime

Footage of one of the first "relay crimes" to be caught on camera has been released by police, in which thieves steal vehicles without needing the keys.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/relay-crime-police-release-footage-of-new-type-of-vehicle-robbery-11145015

Reseeding Success: Improving Pastures Through Renovations

Completely re-establishing pastures might sound daunting, but can result in healthier pastures and more forage for horses.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/39932

Fox at odds with Ireland over trade talks

No decision on the Irish border after Brexit will be made before talks move on to trade, Liam Fox has announced.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/liam-fox-puts-uk-at-odds-with-ireland-over-border-issue-11144904

Blazing fireballs seen over southern England

Two falling meteors resulting in blazing fireballs have been seen widely in the skies over southern England.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/blazing-fireballs-seen-over-southern-england-by-dozens-of-people-11144777

Children among five dead in stolen car crash

Three children are among five people who have died in a crash involving a stolen car in Leeds, West Yorkshire Police have said.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/children-among-five-dead-in-leeds-after-crash-involving-stolen-car-11144759

Ireland 'threat to veto Brexit trade talks'

Ireland may threaten to use its EU veto to prevent Brexit talks from moving on to trade because of issues around its border, its EU commissioner has warned.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/ireland-threat-to-veto-brexit-trade-talks-over-border-issue-11144679

Saturday, 25 November 2017

Policeman injured in 'despicable' van attack

A police officer has been seriously injured after he was knocked down by a van in Liverpool.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/police-officer-knocked-down-in-despicable-van-attack-11144610

Artisan cider makers fear new binge-drinking levy

Artisan cider producers are concerned that a new levy could have a devastating impact on the industry.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/artisan-cider-makers-fear-new-binge-drinking-levy-11144607

Drone owners warned as new laws are prepared

Drone technology is constantly improving, making the machines better, cheaper and more desirable.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/drone-owners-warned-as-new-laws-are-prepared-11144508

Davina McCall announces split from husband

Davina McCall has separated from husband Matthew Robertson after 17 years of marriage.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/davina-mccall-announces-split-from-husband-matthew-robertson-11144606

Violence against women: Time to take action

One in four women in the UK are affected by sexual or physical violence, according to the latest United Nations statistics.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/violence-against-women-time-to-take-action-11144556

Labour staff member dead after suspension

A Labour party member has died "suddenly and unexpectedly" shortly after being suspended over alleged misconduct involving adult pornography.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/labour-staff-member-dead-after-suspension-11144588

Candlelit vigil held for teenager Gaia Pope

Dozens of people have attended a candlelit vigil following the death of 19-year-old Gaia Pope, whose body was found last week.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/gaia-pope-candlelit-vigil-a-week-after-teenagers-body-was-discovered-11144256

Ex-TV star Leslie charged with sex assault

Former television presenter John Leslie has been charged with sexually assaulting a woman at a nightclub in Edinburgh.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/former-tv-presenter-john-leslie-charged-with-edinburgh-nightclub-sex-assault-11144078

Virginia Owners, AAEP Foundation Create Scholarship

Renee and John Grisham and the AAEP Foundation awarded $5,000 scholarships to five equine veterinary students.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/39965

Foster warns DUP will block EU laws for NI

The Democratic Unionist Party's leader has warned she will not back any plan for Northern Ireland to adopt European regulations after Brexit.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/arlene-foster-warns-dup-will-block-any-move-for-northern-ireland-to-follow-eu-laws-11143473

'Perfect storm' caused Oxford Street terror panic

The timing and location of the Oxford Street "terror" scare created a "perfect storm" for people to panic, a leading psychologist has told Sky News.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/oxford-street-panic-created-by-perfect-storm-psychologist-says-11143449

UK Graduate Student Spotlight: Jamie Norris

Norris is studying apicomplexan parasites, specifically Sarcocystis neurona, EPM's primary causative agent.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/39930

May facing Tory rebellion over 'defence cuts'

Prime Minister Theresa May is facing a potential backbench rebellion over potential defence cost-saving plans.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/theresa-may-facing-tory-rebellion-over-possible-defence-cuts-11142938

Jailed Nazanin says 'I cannot wait to be home'

A British woman held prisoner in an Iranian jail for a crime her supporters say she did not commit has said she cannot wait to be home.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/jailed-nazanin-zaghari-ratcliffe-says-i-cannot-wait-to-be-home-11142953

Equine Thermography

Thermography is a noninvasive, safe, and cost-effective diagnostic imaging tool veterinarians can use to help detect existing problems, guide treatment, and prevent future injuries in horses.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/33247

'Terror' scare: What happened at Oxford Circus?

Shoppers on Europe's busiest street ran for cover inside stores over fears of a terror attack at an underground station - but what actually happened?

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/oxford-circus-what-happened-to-cause-terror-scare-in-central-london-11142665

Friday, 24 November 2017

Minister 'prepared to resign' over Army cuts

Defence minister Tobias Ellwood is prepared to resign if massive cuts to the Army are given the go-ahead, according to a report.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/defence-minister-tobias-ellwood-prepared-to-resign-over-cuts-11142584

Football ref Ryan Atkin: Why I'll wear rainbow laces

Football referee Ryan Atkin is the sport's first openly gay professional official in the UK.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/rainbow-laces-ref-ryan-atkin-on-being-gay-in-football-11142578

Will 2017 be the year of the White Christmas?

After our first taste of wintry weather, everyone is keen to know if we'll get a White Christmas this year.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/will-2017-be-the-year-of-the-white-christmas-11142581

Alps bus driver 'crashed to save passengers'

A British bus driver stopped his vehicle hurtling off a mountain road by sacrificing himself and smashing into boulder rocks to save his 51 passengers, an inquest has heard.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/hero-bus-driver-took-full-force-of-crash-to-save-passengers-inquest-told-11142441

'Altercation' behind Oxford Circus alert - police

An "altercation" between two men on a platform is thought to be the reason behind a mass evacuation of Oxford Circus Tube station on Friday, police have said.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/oxford-circus-alertcaused-by-altercation-between-two-men-say-police-11142549

Dr. Harry Werner Named AAEP Distinguished Life Member

The Distinguished Life Member Award honors an AAEP member who has made outstanding contributions to the association throughout their career.

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Ryerss Farm for Aged Equines Awarded AAEP 2017 Lavin Cup

The Lavin Cup honors a nonveterinary organization or individual that works to improve equine welfare.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/39964

WordPress ignoring terrorist propaganda, campaigners say



from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2017/11/24/wordpress-ignoring-terrorist-propaganda-campaigners-say/

Teen model's killer jailed for more sex attacks

The former pub chef jailed for murdering and raping model Sally Anne Bowman may have confessed to two further sex attacks to maintain "a degree of notoriety".

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/monster-mark-dixie-who-killed-sally-anne-bowman-jailed-for-more-sex-attacks-11141925

'Screaming and pandemonium' at Oxford Circus

Witnesses described screaming and confusion as armed police descended on Oxford Circus in central London after reports gunshots had been fired.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/screaming-and-pandemonium-amid-oxford-circus-alert-11142040

Infectious Disease Expert Named AAEP Distinguished Educator

Dr. Peter Timoney received the honor for his contributions to the body of knowledge on equine infectious diseases.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/39962

Police respond to Oxford Circus 'incident'

Police are responding to reports of an incident at London's Oxford Circus Tube station, amid reports of people running away from the scene.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/oxford-circus-british-transport-police-respond-to-incident-at-tube-station-11141957

Concussion or Injury? There's an App for That

The Saddle Up Safely app includes all eight safety booklets in a PDF format; rider safety, trailering, and trail riding checklists; a return-to-riding protocol; and an injury and concussion assessment tool.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/39934

Anger over PM 'failure' to commit to terror costs

Greater Manchester mayor Andy Burnham has reacted with anger after the Government suggested it may not pay the full costs of the Manchester Arena bombing.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/anger-over-pms-failure-to-commit-to-manchester-arena-attack-costs-11141705

DUP leader denies dictating UK's Brexit stance

DUP leader Arlene Foster has insisted her party is not dictating the UK Government's position on the Irish border in Brexit negotiations.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/theresa-mays-irish-border-stance-not-solely-based-on-dup-deal-says-arlene-foster-11141178

UK on ice alert as cold weather sweeps in

Britain is braced for an Arctic blast that will bring the risk of snow and ice to large parts of the country this weekend.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/arctic-blast-to-bring-snow-and-ice-to-uk-this-weekend-as-temperatures-plummet-11141538

Michael Owen turns jockey for fundraising race

Former professional footballer Michael Owen finished second in his jockey debut as he raced at Ascot in front of Prince Charles and Camilla.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/football-star-michael-owen-finishes-second-as-he-turns-jockey-for-fundraising-race-11141592

New Website Features UK's Historic Parasitology Horse Herds

The website features the history of these equine parasitology research herds that have resided at UK since the 1970s.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/39929

Fresh Brexit tensions over Ireland border

Ireland's "real aim" in Brexit negotiations is to force the UK to stay within the EU's customs union, according to the DUP's deputy leader.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/dups-nigel-dodds-hits-out-at-irelands-stance-on-brexit-talks-11141495

Reindeer decoration axed after boy 'traumatised'

A shopping centre has apologised and pulled a reindeer decoration from its Christmas grotto after a "mortified" child asked whether it had been killed.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/child-traumatised-by-shopping-centres-reindeer-decoration-in-christmas-grotto-11141205

Teenage girl gets life for killing Katie Rough

A teenage girl who killed seven-year-old Katie Rough in a York park has been given a life sentence for manslaughter.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/16-year-old-girl-gets-life-sentence-for-killing-katie-rough-7-11141525

New Little Miss character revealed to inspire girls

A new Little Miss character will aim to inspire the next generation of girls into science, tech and engineering subjects.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/new-little-miss-character-revealed-to-inspire-girls-into-stem-subjects-11141358

Managing Chronic Laminitis

Work closely with your veterinarian and farrier to monitor the treatment and recovery of horses with chronic laminitis.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/33392

Black Friday: More shoppers going mobile

More than 60% of Black Friday shoppers are set to use mobile apps rather than desktop websites to hunt for bargains this year.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/black-friday-more-shoppers-are-going-mobile-in-hunt-for-best-deals-11141282

D-Day veteran badly hurt in 'claw hammer' attack

A man has been arrested after a 96-year-old D-Day veteran suffered life-threatening injuries in a suspected claw hammer attack in his home.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/man-arrested-after-d-day-veteran-96-seriously-hurt-in-claw-hammer-attack-in-his-home-11141328

Doctor Who star Tom Baker returns as Time Lord

Actor Tom Baker has returned as Doctor Who - re-shooting part of a story which was halted in the 1970s due to an electricians' strike.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/doctor-who-star-tom-baker-returns-as-time-lord-11141216

Sports Direct vote on £11m for Mike Ashley brother

Sports Direct is facing a further crunch shareholder vote after recommending the retailer pay boss Mike Ashley's brother £11m.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/sports-direct-investors-to-vote-on-16311m-for-mike-ashleys-brother-11141147

Top brands pull YouTube ads over paedophilia fears

Two of the world's best-known brands are withdrawing their advertising from YouTube and Google over fears they were featured on "inappropriate" and "exploitative" content featuring children.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/top-brands-pull-youtube-ads-over-paedophilia-fears-11141271

'Strike Friday': Amazon hit by protests in Italy and Germany on Black Friday



from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2017/11/24/strike-friday-amazon-hit-protesting-workers-italy-germany-black/

How to avoid getting ripped off on Black Friday

The most hyped retail event of the year is under way - and shoppers are being bombarded by promises of once-in-a-lifetime deals.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/black-friday-how-to-get-the-best-deals-and-how-to-avoid-being-ripped-off-11141106

New Uber boss 'knew about hack for months'



from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2017/11/24/new-uber-boss-knew-hack-months/

Teen's family: Knife crime 'out of control' in London

The family of a teenager stabbed to death in an unprovoked attack in London says knife crime is "out of control" in the capital.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/knife-crime-is-out-of-control-in-london-says-family-of-murdered-teen-11141040

Late Frank Sinatra in Xmas 'collaboration' with Seal

The late Frank Sinatra could be Christmas number one with a new release, as he duets with soul singer Seal.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/late-frank-sinatra-in-christmas-collaboration-with-seal-11141067

PM: Europe must be 'open-eyed' about Russia

Theresa May has warned European leaders to remain "open-eyed" to the threat of "hostile" Russia as she accused Moscow of attempting to destabilise the continent.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/theresa-may-europe-must-be-open-eyed-about-hostile-russia-11141109

'Loyalty penalty' paid by 13 million UK homes

A report has raised fears 13 million households could be paying more than they should for home insurance because they have failed to shop around.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/loyalty-penalty-for-home-insurance-customers-citizens-advice-11141034

Thursday, 23 November 2017

YouTube vows crackdown amid fears paedophiles 'evading protection mechanisms'



from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2017/11/24/youtube-vows-crackdown-amid-fears-paedophiles-evadingprotection/

Moped gang to be sentenced for 17 burglaries

Members of a moped gang have admitted or been found guilty of taking part in 17 burglaries.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/moped-gang-to-be-sentenced-for-17-burglaries-11140988

PCSO attacked by knife-wielding man

A police community support officer has been lured into the woods and attacked with a knife, police in Cheshire have said.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/police-community-support-officer-attacked-by-knife-wielding-man-11140973

Leukaemia sufferers hopeful over new treatment

A new way of treating the most common form of childhood cancer has pushed five-year survival rates above 90%.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/leukaemia-sufferers-hopeful-over-new-treatment-11140980

Why Britain has embraced Black Friday

Look around you today, and witness an outbreak of furtive shopping.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/why-britain-has-embraced-black-friday-11140698

Families of jihadis: 'We're the forgotten victims'

The brother of a British jihadi, killed while fighting alongside the terror group al Shabab, is setting up a support group to help others who have suffered the trauma of having an extremist in the family.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/families-of-british-jihadi-fighters-were-the-forgotten-victims-11140373

'British jihadis should not be allowed home'

A Briton who has fought Islamic State forces in Syria says British jihadists who travel abroad to fight should not be allowed to return home because of the extreme threat they present.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/man-who-fought-is-says-british-jihadis-should-not-be-allowed-to-return-home-11140336

Minister backtracks on 'Jewish' MP's suspension

A minister has backtracked after suggesting Labour suspended one of its MPs because they were a "Jewish Blairite".

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/minister-greg-hands-backtracks-on-labour-mps-suspension-attack-11140923

Grice, Brown Receive 2017 AAEP President's Award

Reynolds Cowles, DVM, 2017 AAEP president, selected Amy Grice, VMD, MBA, and Stuart Brown, DVM, to receive the award.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/39961

German men held over violent brawl in Liverpool

More than 20 German men have been arrested over a violent brawl which broke out in Liverpool in which one man was critically injured.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/german-men-arrested-after-violent-brawl-in-liverpool-city-centre-11140475

Leaked paper reveals alarm over Brexit 'chaos'

The scathing views of top EU politicians on Brexit have been revealed in a leaked document.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/leaked-irish-paper-reveals-eu-politicians-scathing-views-on-brexit-progress-11140337

UKVDL Map of the Month: Antimicrobial Resistance

Antimicrobial resistance and susceptibility are real concerns in the veterinary and human health world.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/39933

Collins Receives AAEP 'Beyond the Call' Award

Dr. Nancy Collins received the award for her commitment to improving equine welfare and the lives of others through service above self.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/39960

Toddler found with serious injuries dies

A toddler found with serious injuries at a home in Birmingham has died in hospital.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/toddler-found-with-serious-injuries-at-home-in-birmingham-dies-in-hospital-11139895

Inaugural Teri Lear Memorial Lecture Focused on Cytogenetics

Terje Raudsepp, PhD, presented the lecture in honor of UK equine genetics researcher Teri L. Lear, PhD, passed away in 2016.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/39928

Retrial for parachute attempted murder accused

Army Sergeant Emile Cilliers is to face a retrial on charges of attempting to murder his wife by tampering with her parachute - after the first trial jury failed to reach verdicts.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/retrial-for-parachute-attempted-murder-accused-11140139

East 17's Brian Harvey held over 'malicious tweets'

Former East 17 band member Brian Harvey has been arrested over claims he sent malicious tweets.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/east-17-singer-brian-harvey-arrested-over-malicious-tweet-11139956

BLM Concludes Emergency Nevada Wild Horse Gather

Forage and water sources were scarce after the Fox and Lake Range Herd Management Area was burned by wildfire.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/39968

Number of weapons seized at UK ports triples

The number of firearms and other weapons seized at UK ports has trebled in a year.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/number-of-weapons-seized-at-uk-ports-triples-11139759

Common OTTB Behavior Traits

I'm considering purchasing an ex-racehorse. Are there any common behavior problems seen in off-the-track horses I should be aware of?

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/36253

Labour MP suspended amid harassment investigation

Labour have suspended Ivan Lewis MP amid an ongoing investigation into an allegation of sexual harassment.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/labour-suspend-ivan-lewis-mp-amid-sexual-harassment-investigation-11140018

Study to tackle football dementia links

An independent study has been commissioned into football's impact on the chances of developing degenerative brain disease.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/study-on-footballs-dementia-links-commissioned-by-fa-and-pfa-11139920

England pegged back in opening day of the Ashes

England were pegged back after a bright start on day one of the first Ashes Test in Brisbane.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/england-pegged-back-in-ashes-opener-after-fifties-for-vince-and-stoneman-11139905

Quiz: Can you spot the Russian Twitter troll?



from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2017/11/23/quiz-can-spot-russian-twitter-troll/

Hammond denies spending more on Brexit than NHS

Philip Hammond has denied allocating more money to Brexit preparations than NHS spending in the Budget.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/budget-2017-philip-hammond-denies-spending-more-on-brexit-than-nhs-11139809

'Longest fall' in UK living standards looms

Analysis of the Budget has found families are now projected to be in the early stages of the longest period of disposable income decline in more than 60 years.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/britain-on-course-for-longest-fall-in-living-standards-11139742

James Bulger killer 'caught with child abuse images'

One of James Bulger's killers has reportedly returned to jail after being caught with child abuse images for a second time.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/james-bulger-killer-jon-venables-back-in-jail-after-being-caught-with-child-abuse-images-11139726

Man charged with murder of father-of-two

A 49-year-old man has been charged with murder after the fatal shooting of a father-of-two from Accrington.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/man-charged-with-murder-of-father-of-two-in-accrington-11139613

British Gas burned by customers as prices rise

Investors in the owner of British Gas have been left feeling cold after Centrica warned its earnings would be hit by a series of woes including an exodus of 823,000 domestic energy customers.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/british-gas-owner-warns-on-outlook-amid-household-customer-exodus-11139655

Multiyork collapse leaves 550 jobs at risk

Almost 550 jobs are at risk at the furniture manufacturer and retailer Multiyork after administrators were called in.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/furniture-chain-multiyork-collapse-in-tough-economy-risks-550-jobs-11139593

Wednesday, 22 November 2017

Police alert as fraudsters target festive shoppers

Christmas shoppers are being warned they could become victims of fraud after a big leap in incidents during the last festive season.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/police-warn-christmas-shoppers-about-sharp-rise-in-fraud-11139534

Weather warnings across UK as flash floods strike

Heavy rain, strong winds and snow are forecast across the UK this morning, with "major flooding" already reported in some parts of the country.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/weather-warnings-across-uk-as-flash-floods-strike-11139547

Chancellor faces backlash over stamp duty 'gimmick'

Philip Hammond is facing questions from Labour on his Budget stamp duty cut for first-time buyers and from Tory Eurosceptics on proposed payments to Brussels after Brexit.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/hammond-facing-budget-backlash-from-mps-over-stamp-duty-gimmick-and-eu-payments-11139538

UK Extension Agents to Host 11th Pastures Please!! Workshop

The event will take place Jan. 22, 2018, at the Scott County Extension Office, in Georgetown, Kentucky.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/39931

Teacher inquest: 'Monitor children's media'

The coroner at an inquest into the death of a teacher murdered by a pupil said parents should have a contractual right to monitor children's social media activity.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/ann-maguire-coroner-parents-should-have-right-to-monitor-childrens-social-media-11139100

Budget 2017: Tech giants face tax avoidance crackdown



from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2017/11/22/budget-2017-tech-giants-face-tax-avoidance-crackdown/

'Huge concerns' over Uber hack cover-up

The UK's data watchdog says it has "huge concerns" over Uber's secret payment of $100,000 to hackers who stole users' information.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/uk-data-watchdog-has-huge-concerns-over-uber-hack-cover-up-11138634

Met Police 'investigate second Spacey claim'

Scotland Yard is reportedly investigating a second alleged sexual assault by actor Kevin Spacey, dating back to 2005.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/met-police-investigating-kevin-spacey-for-second-sex-assault-claim-11138880

Stamp duty giveaway 'will push up house prices'

The Chancellor has given first-time buyers a boost by abolishing stamp duty on homes up to £300,000 in his Autumn Budget.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/philip-hammond-reveals-growth-downgrade-in-budget-11138740

Dugdale to donate I'm A Celebrity fee to charity

The former Scottish Labour leader, who is heading into the Australian jungle for I'm A Celebrity, has defended her decision to enter the TV reality show.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/kezia-dugdale-to-donate-im-a-celebrity-salary-to-charity-11138816

Three Join AAEP Board of Directors

Duane Chappell, DVM; Foster Northrop, DVM; and Deborah Spike-Pierce, DVM, MBA, will serve three-year terms.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/39957

Macpherson Installed as 2018 AAEP President

Margo Macpherson, DVM, MS, Dipl. ACT, is a tenured professor of reproduction at the University of Florida College of Veterinary Medicine.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/39958

Oregon Equine Reproduction Specialist Named AAEP Treasurer

Lisa Metcalf, MS, DVM, Dipl. ACT, founding owner of Honahlee, PC, an equine reproduction facility in Sherwood, Oregon.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/39959

FEI, Glasgow Extend Equine Injury Research Agreement

The FEI and the University of Glasgow will further develop the Global Endurance Injuries Study.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/39967

Thrush Prevention

We have been getting a lot of rain and flash floods lately. My 13-year-old Paint gelding is out in the pasture year round, but he has a run-in for shelter. How do I treat thrush and how can I keep his feet dry?

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/28481

Does Your Horse Have Healthy Hooves? Keep Them That Way

Consider the big picture--from farrier care and diet to environment and genetics--when maintaining your horse's feet.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/38427

Primodos report 'irresponsible,' says expert

A leading expert in embryo development has challenged the findings of a Government commissioned report into the pregnancy test drug Primodos.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/primodos-report-questionable-and-irresponsible-says-expert-11138448

Hunt for man 'who hid camera in Starbucks toilet'

Detectives are searching for a man who appears to have filmed himself installing a covert camera in a toilet of a London coffee shop.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/police-hunt-man-who-filmed-himself-installing-camera-in-starbucks-toilet-11138537

Hat-trick! Footballer legs it for baby's birth

Wigan winger Ryan Colclough had an eventful match on Tuesday, scoring twice before rushing from pitch to hospital to meet his newborn son.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/wigans-ryan-colclough-scores-twice-before-rushing-to-sons-birth-11138460

Hurricane and fraud hit Thomas Cook profits

Thomas Cook shares plunged 13% on opening after the holiday firm reported a series of costs had taken a toll on UK earnings.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/thomas-cook-shares-take-a-dive-as-uk-profits-fall-40-11138478

Autumn Budget: The key points at a glance

The key announcements from Chancellor Philip Hammond will appear here from 12.30 GMT.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/the-autumn-budget-2017-all-the-key-points-at-a-glance-11138547

Uber faces fines in the UK over cover-up of 57m stolen user details



from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2017/11/22/uber-faces-fines-uk-cover-up-57m-stolen-customer-details/

Grangela: Labour's Rayner is a grandmother at 37

Labour's shadow education secretary Angela Rayner has expressed her joy at becoming a grandmother at the age of 37.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/labour-mp-angela-rayner-celebrates-being-a-grandmother-at-37-11138482

Energy bills dealt 'bad hand' by Hinkley - MPs

The Government has been accused of "blinkered determination" to secure the country's first new nuclear power station in a generation at any price.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/energy-bills-dealt-bad-hand-by-hinkley-nuclear-deal-mps-report-11138342

Tuesday, 21 November 2017

'Bright future for Britain' to be unveiled in Budget

Phillip Hammond will attempt to get Britain "fit for the future" as he faces the toughest set of Budget constraints of any Chancellor in a generation.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/budget-2017-hammond-to-get-britain-fit-for-the-future-11138294

Police identify four men killed in mid-air collision

Four men killed in a mid-air crash between a helicopter and a light aircraft have been formally identified by police.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/police-identify-four-men-killed-in-buckinghamshire-mid-air-collision-11138290

Government urged to make it easier for public to be compensated after data breaches



from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2017/11/22/government-urged-make-easier-public-compensated-data-breaches/

PM avoids humiliating Tory rebellion on Brexit

Theresa May has narrowly avoided a humiliating Commons defeat on Brexit by buying off Tory rebels with a climbdown on human rights.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/pm-avoids-humiliating-commons-defeat-on-brexit-after-buying-off-tory-rebels-11138111

Uber concealed hack that affected 57 million customers and drivers



from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2017/11/21/uber-cyber-breach-sees-57-million-users-data-exposed/

Meg Whitman to step down as HPE chief executive



from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2017/11/21/meg-whitman-step-hpe-chief-executive/

Poll reveals generational split over economy

A huge inter-generational divide has been revealed over whether Labour or the Conservatives would be best at running the economy.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/inter-generational-split-over-trust-on-the-economy-revealed-ahead-of-budget-11137784

Likely Lads star Rodney Bewes dies aged 79

Actor Rodney Bewes, best known for his role as Bob Ferris in The Likely Lads, has died aged 79.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/the-likely-lads-actor-rodney-bewes-dies-aged-79-11137444

Notorious prisoner Charles Bronson refused parole

Notorious prisoner Charles Bronson has been refused parole - consigning him to at least another two years behind bars.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/britains-most-notorious-prisoner-charles-bronson-refused-parole-11137451

Ford applies to launch six 'Chariot' bus routes in London



from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2017/11/21/ford-applies-launch-six-chariot-bus-routes-london/

Gilbert & George prepare to open new exhibit

They are two of Britain's most bankable artists, but Gilbert & George are nothing short of cynical when it comes to their stature.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/gilbert-george-prepare-to-open-new-exhibition-at-the-white-cube-bermondsey-11137380

Eight things to read before the Budget



from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/eight-things-to-read-before-the-budget-11137405

Google promises to end 'concerning' smartphone tracking



from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2017/11/21/google-promises-end-concerning-smartphone-tracking/

Just a handful of Facebook likes can tell if you are gay or straight, study says



from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2017/11/21/just-handful-facebook-likes-can-used-tell-gay-straight/

Uber designs system to stop passengers throwing up in driverless cars



from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2017/11/21/uber-designs-system-stop-passengers-throwing-driverless-cabs/

Could we be set for snowfall this weekend?

Southern England could become a wintry wonderland this weekend, with snowfall possible on Friday and Saturday.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/winter-is-coming-increasingly-cold-air-could-mean-snow-for-england-this-weekend-11137207

Reducing Winter Colic Risk in Your Horse

Dr. Clair Thunes offers advice for preventing colic when the weather turns cold.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/39948

Colic Researcher Named Past Presidents' Research Fellow

Dr. Anje Bauck received the 2017 AAEP Foundation Past Presidents' Research Fellow for her research into equine colic surgery.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/39956

Sears Awarded EQUUS Foundation Research Fellow

Dr. Kelly Sears' equine piroplasmosis research resulted in the discovery of a new Theileria organism.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/39955

BI Announces 2017 Equine Research Award Recipients

The "Advancement in Equine Research Award" gives $45,000 for infectious disease research.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/39954

Poll Recap: Equine Acupuncture

Nearly half of the 475 respondents said they have had acupuncture performed on their horses.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/39953

Dugdale avoids suspension over jungle show trip

Former Scottish Labour leader Kezia Dugdale will not be suspended for an "unauthorised leave of absence" to appear on I'm A Celebrity, the party has announced.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/kezia-dugdale-avoids-suspension-over-im-a-celebrity-appearance-11137198

Aussies kick off war of words ahead of Ashes

The traditional war of words ahead of the Ashes has begun after former England wicketkeeper Matt Prior defended himself against accusations of cowardice from Australia's Nathan Lyon.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/australias-nathan-lyon-accuses-england-ashes-star-matt-prior-of-cowardice-11137083

Govt pressures EU to 'move on' over Irish border

The Government has put pressure on the EU to begin talks on post-Brexit trade in order to help solve questions over the Irish border, in the face of a fresh warning from Dublin.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/govt-pressures-eu-to-move-on-brexit-talks-over-irish-border-issue-11137084

Monday's Top Tweets From the 2017 AAEP Convention

Top tweets and take-homes from Monday's educational sessions and the AAEP President's luncheon.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/39952

Rally death spectators 'not warned' by organisers

An inquiry into the deaths of three spectators at a car rally in the Scottish Borders has found that they should have been warned by organisers not to stand where they were hit.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/rally-death-spectators-not-warned-by-organisers-inquiry-finds-11137073

Caring for Senior Horses in Cold Weather

Learn how to help older horses stay warm and maintain weight this winter.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/39927

The best Android smartphones you can buy in 2017



from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/0/best-android-smartphones-can-buy-2017/

China's biggest social media company Tencent is now worth more than Facebook



from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2017/11/21/chinas-biggest-social-media-company-tencent-now-worth-facebook/

10,000 forensic tests 'may have been manipulated'

An investigation into alleged data manipulation at a forensics laboratory has found 10,000 cases which "may have been affected".

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/10000-forensic-tests-may-have-been-manipulated-11137005

Gove faces fresh row as DEFRA director quits

Michael Gove, the Environment Secretary, is facing a fresh row over his treatment of independent Whitehall directors after demanding that board members commit several days each week to their non-executive roles.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/gove-faces-criticism-as-defra-board-members-quit-over-demands-11136908

Deficit widens ahead of Hammond's Budget

Higher debt costs meant the Chancellor borrowed more than expected in October as he faces pre-Budget calls to spend more on public services.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/deficit-widens-in-october-ahead-of-hammonds-budget-11136831

Ice Age woolly mammoth family go on sale

A family of woolly mammoths - including a one-year-old baby - is going on sale, offering museums the chance to exhibit a complete Ice Age family unit for the first time.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/ice-age-woolly-mammoth-family-go-on-sale-11136695

Clocks going back 'led to Gaia Pope arrests'

The changing of the clocks led to a pensioner, her son and grandson being arrested for the murder of teenager Gaia Pope, it has been alleged.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/clocks-going-back-led-to-gaia-pope-arrests-11136729

Monday, 20 November 2017

Woman dies after fire in London block of flats

One woman has died after a fire broke out in a block of flats in north London.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/woman-dies-after-fire-in-london-block-of-flats-11136664

International Court of Justice loses UK judge

The UK has lost its seat on the International Court of Justice for the first time since its creation in 1946.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/uk-loses-seat-on-international-court-of-justice-for-first-time-since-1946-11136644

Car park tests for cancer to boost early detection

Potential cancer patients could be offered screening in shopping centre car parks after a pilot scheme successfully detected the disease in one in 33 people.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/cancer-screening-in-car-parks-to-be-expanded-after-successful-trial-11136632

Under 30s to benefit from new 'millennial' railcards

A new "millennial" railcard that could save 26 to 30-year-old passengers hundreds of pounds a year is expected to be confirmed in tomorrow's Budget.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/the-budget-under-30s-to-benefit-from-new-millennial-railcards-11136633

Pregnancy discrimination complaints 'on the rise'

New advice has been published to help tackle the problem of pregnancy and maternity discrimination.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/pregnancy-discrimination-advice-updated-as-more-women-seek-advice-11136610

Sky Views: Hammond is running out of options



from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/sky-views-hammond-is-running-out-of-options-11136628

Town-dwellers feel 'poorer and disenfranchised'

People in towns feel poorer, more marginalised and less cared for by politicians than those in cities, according to a new Sky poll.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/people-in-towns-feel-poor-disenfranchised-and-marginalised-poll-11136265

Tips for Preparing Your Horse Barn for Winter

Check your hay supply, ensure water sources will remain thawed, be sure pasture fencing is secure, and more.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/39943

The Signs of Good Nutrition in Horses

Besides body condition scoring, how can you tell if your horses is getting enough nutrition? Dr. Clair Thunes explains.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/39947

Do Horses Need Hay Around the Clock?

A horse owner asks if she's feeding her horse enough hay often enough. Nutritionist Dr. Clair Thunes responds.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/39951

PM under pressure to stop hacking suspect extradition

MPs have written to the Prime Minister and the Attorney General to express their concern about the extradition of hacking suspect Lauri Love.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/theresa-may-under-pressure-to-stop-extradition-of-hacking-suspect-lauri-love-11135904

Sunday's Top Tweets from the 2017 AAEP Convention

Top tweets and take-homes from sessions on biosecurity, ethics, handling rank horses in the field, and more!

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Saturday's Top Tweets from the 2017 AAEP Convention

Top tweets from the opening session of the 2017 AAEP Convention in San Antonio.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/39949

Father gets life for murdering his children

A father who was found guilty of murdering his children by smothering them with a petrol-soaked cloth has been jailed for life.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/father-jailed-for-life-for-murdering-his-two-children-with-petrol-soaked-cloth-11135563

The Latest on Feeding Laminitic Horses

If your horse falls into the at-risk category, consider these diet changes.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/39925

West Ham fans warned not to call 999 over defeats

West Ham fans have been warned by police not to call 999 over their team's poor performance.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/west-ham-fans-warned-not-to-ring-999-as-watford-defeat-prompts-emergency-call-11135889

Brexit 'has made households £400-a-year worse off'

Households are more than £400-a-year worse off as a result of inflation caused by the Brexit vote, a research group has claimed.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/brexit-vote-has-made-households-163400-a-year-worse-off-11135493

OnePlus 5T review: Still the best phone for under £500



from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2017/11/20/oneplus-5t-review-still-best-phone-500/

EU 'ready for ambitious' trade deal amid warning

The EU's chief negotiator has said the bloc is "ready" to offer Britain an "ambitious" free trade deal - but the UK will lose one of the advantages currently enjoyed by the City.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/eu-ready-for-ambitious-trade-deal-amid-warning-for-city-on-banking-passport-11135609

A kind of logic in Eurotunnel's new name

Changing a company name can be a risky business.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/there-is-a-kind-of-logic-in-eurotunnels-new-name-11135596

'UK at the Half' Features Ag Equine Programs Director

Dr. Mick Peterson talked about his journey to UK, the Gluck Equine Research Center, and how UK's equine related programs prepare graduates for careers in the horse industry.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/39935

Ant returns to TV screens after stint in rehab

Ant McPartlin has returned to television screens following his stint in rehab – with I'm a Celebrity co-host Declan Donnelly joking he had been replaced.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/ant-mcpartlin-back-after-rehab-as-im-a-celebrity-kicks-off-11135362

Are You Riding a Lame Horse?

Nearly 75% of horses in a recent study had significant motion asymmetry, but were reportedly sound according to their owners.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/39919

West Brom sack manager Tony Pulis

West Brom have sacked manager Tony Pulis after three years in charge, following the club's 4-0 defeat to Chelsea on Saturday.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/west-brom-sack-manager-tony-pulis-11135454

Three held over Gaia death released by police

Three people who were arrested following the disappearance of Gaia Pope have been released without further police action.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/three-held-over-gaia-pope-death-released-by-police-11135450

Crunch meeting may back £36bn Brexit pay-off

The Chancellor has said the Government is "on the brink" of unblocking Brexit negotiations, as the Prime Minister weighs up increasing her 'divorce bill' offer by a further €20bn (£17.8bn).

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/crunch-meeting-may-back-16336bn-brexit-pay-off-11135290

MPs seek to end gig economy worker 'exploitation'

The Government is being told it could bolster workers' rights and take in more tax by supporting proposed new rules governing the so-called gig economy.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/mps-seek-worker-by-default-status-for-gig-economy-staff-11135230

Sunday, 19 November 2017

British Gas to end variable tariffs by April

British Gas says it will no longer roll customers onto standard variable tariffs (SVTs) from next April - signalling the end of the controversial energy bills.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/british-gas-to-end-variable-tariffs-by-april-ahead-of-price-cap-law-11135252

PM reveals £1.7bn transport boost ahead of Budget

Theresa May is visiting the West Midlands to promote a £1.7bn investment as part of the Government's industrial strategy, as the countdown to the Budget begins.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/theresa-may-reveals-16317bn-transport-boost-ahead-of-budget-11135211

Stillbirth breakthrough: Women should sleep on side

The parents of a stillborn baby have released a picture of their son to help highlight new research that shows pregnant women can halve the risk of stillbirth simply by going to sleep in the correct position.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/stillbirth-breakthrough-women-urged-to-sleep-on-side-11135157

Should we take from the old to give to young?

Young people today are getting a raw deal compared with their parents' generation, according to the experts.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/sky-data-should-we-take-from-the-old-to-give-to-the-young-11134995

Budget disasters: When Chancellors get it wrong



from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/budget-disasters-when-chancellors-get-it-wrong-11135109

Budget 2017: What do we know so far?

Philip Hammond will unveil his Budget on Wednesday and, as usual, there have been briefings, rumours and ministerial wrangling ahead of the Chancellor's set-piece occasion.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/budget-2017-what-do-we-know-of-philip-hammonds-plans-so-far-11134461

Three Britons and Vietnamese man die in air crash

A mid-air collision between a small plane and a helicopter killed three Britons and one Vietnamese national, police have said.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/mid-air-plane-crash-killed-three-britons-and-vietnamese-man-11134637

Police: No one else involved in Gaia's death

Police say Gaia Pope suffered no injuries to suggest anyone else was involved in her death.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/police-no-one-else-was-involved-in-gaia-popes-death-11134757

Gaia's twin 'heartbroken' over loss of sister

The twin sister of Gaia Pope has said she is "heartbroken" at the loss of her "beautiful twin" after police said they were "confident" they had found the missing teenager's body.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/gaia-popes-sister-heartbroken-over-loss-of-beautiful-twin-11134570

Monthly Equine Wellness Tips

Find a year's worth of tips to keep your horse healthy in every season.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/39942

Should I Fatten My Horse Up Before Winter?

Learn the correct body condition score for a horse going into the cold months from Dr. Clair Thunes.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/39946

Man arrested after 53 phones stolen at gig

A man has been arrested on suspicion of theft after more than 50 mobile phones were stolen at a Royal Blood rock concert in Birmingham.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/man-arrested-after-53-phones-stolen-at-royal-blood-gig-11134327

Tory MP: Our Brexit plan risks 'catastrophe'

A Tory MP has labelled the Government's attempts to write the Brexit date into UK law as "madness" - warning that it would increase the risk of Britain leaving the EU without a divorce deal.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/tory-mp-says-eu-withdrawal-bill-plan-increases-no-deal-risk-11134188

Alternative Fiber Sources for Horses

Hay cubes, complete feeds, and forage byproducts can help horse owners stretch their hay supplies as fall and winter approach if traditional forage becomes scarce.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/29567

British sailor, 60, dies in round-the-world race

A British sailor has died after being washed overboard during one of the world's toughest yacht races.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/british-yachtsman-simon-speirs-60-dies-in-round-the-world-race-11134029

Hammond Budget interviews overshadowed by gaffe

Philip Hammond has been accused of being out of touch after claiming "there are no unemployed people" in his pre-Budget interviews.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/philip-hammonds-pre-budget-interviews-overshadowed-by-gaffe-11134004

Aled Jones off air after 'inappropriate contact' claim

Aled Jones will not appear on the BBC while the corporation investigates claims of inappropriate behaviour.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/songs-of-praise-host-aled-jones-off-air-after-inappropriate-contact-claim-11133893

Saturday, 18 November 2017

Austerity Christmas: Crowdfunding festive lights

An increasing number of towns and cities in the UK have been forced to raise money to pay for their own Christmas lights.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/austerity-christmas-crowdfunding-festive-lights-11133623

Hammond's Budget to focus on housing and tech

Billions of pounds for housing and high-tech industry are expected to be at the centre of Chancellor Philip Hammond's "positive and upbeat" Budget this Wednesday.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/hammonds-budget-to-focus-on-housing-and-technology-11133633

New photo marks Queen's 70th wedding anniversary

A new photograph of the Queen and the Duke of Edinburgh has been released to mark their 70th wedding anniversary.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/new-photograph-celebrates-queen-and-prince-philips-70th-wedding-anniversary-11133146

World's largest aircraft rips and collapses

A woman has been injured after the world’s largest aircraft came loose from its moorings, causing it to rip and deflate.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/woman-injured-after-worlds-largest-aircraft-rips-and-collapses-11133228

Gerry Adams announces plans to step down

Gerry Adams has announced his intention to stand down as president of Sinn Fein in 2018.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/gerry-adams-announces-plans-to-step-down-as-sinn-fein-president-11133493

Body found in search for missing Gaia Pope

Police searching for missing 19-year-old woman Gaia Pope have found a body.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/body-found-in-search-for-missing-gaia-pope-11132855

Mind Candy’s $1m lifeline will see it through to new year



from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2017/11/18/mind-candys-1m-lifeline-will-see-new-year/

Profits plunge again at ARM Holdings after hiring spree



from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2017/11/18/profits-plunge-arm-holdings-hiring-spree/

FEI: Two Horses Test Positive for Banned Substances

An endurance horse and a jumping horse tested positive for ractopamine and o-desmethyltramadol, respectively.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/39939

Ex-Scottish Labour leader set to go into celeb jungle

A former Scottish Labour leader shouldn't face party suspension for taking part in a reality TV show, Jeremy Corbyn has said.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/kezia-dugdale-who-is-set-to-enter-celeb-jungle-shouldnt-be-suspended-jeremy-corbyn-11132419

British motorcycle rider killed in China race

A British racer has died after a horrific crash in the Macau Motorcycle Grand Prix.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/british-motorcyclist-daniel-hegarty-dies-after-crashing-in-macau-grand-prix-11132301

MPs pile pressure on May over NHS funding

A group of 90 MPs, including former Tory ministers, have written to the Prime Minister and Chancellor calling for urgent funding for the NHS and social care.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/mps-in-cross-party-group-pile-pressure-on-pm-for-nhs-cash-injection-11131896

Hundreds join search for Gaia Pope in countryside

Hundreds of people have joined the search for missing teenager Gaia Pope, scouring countryside and coastline in Dorset.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/hundreds-scour-countryside-for-missing-gaia-pope-11131684

Helicopter pilot killed in mid-air crash named

One of the four people killed after a mid-air collision between a plane and a helicopter has been named as Captain Mike Green.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/helicopter-pilot-killed-in-buckinghamshire-mid-air-crash-named-as-captain-mike-green-11131557

Avoiding Antimicrobial Resistance in Hospitalized Horses

Resistant infections were most common in horses coming out of surgery and that have had previous antibiotic treatment.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/39918

Richard Leonard voted leader of Scottish Labour

Richard Leonard has been voted as the new leader of Scottish Labour as Kezia Dugdale enters the I'm A Celebrity jungle.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/richard-leonard-voted-new-leader-of-scottish-labour-11131444

Adams: Barman who became face of republicanism

On Saturday night, Gerry Adams is making a "historic and significant" speech to delegates at Sinn Fein's annual conference in Dublin.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/gerry-adams-the-belfast-barman-who-became-the-face-of-irish-republicanism-11131338

The best Christmas tech gifts for 2017



from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/0/best-christmas-tech-gifts-2017/

Friday, 17 November 2017

Fears lessons of King's Cross fire 'forgotten'

Every year, about 100 million journeys begin and end at King's Cross Tube station.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/fears-lessons-of-deadly-1987-kings-cross-fire-have-been-forgotten-11130364

Twitter gritter name contest for sub zero heroes

When Doncaster Council sent out a tweet earlier this month asking people to help name its two new gritters, it may not have expected more than 40,000 votes.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/gritsy-bitsy-and-david-plowie-show-true-grit-to-triumph-in-naming-contest-11131273

Tree-planting figures hit a 46-year low

Britain's ancient woodlands are under threat as the rate of tree planting fails to keep up with the number being ripped up by developers.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/calls-for-more-trees-as-planting-figures-hit-46-year-low-11131265

Andy Murray splits from coach Lendl - again

Andy Murray has split from his coach Ivan Lendl for the second time.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/andy-murray-splits-from-coach-lendl-again-11131202

Coleman quits Wales and set to join Sunderland

Chris Coleman has resigned as Wales boss and, according to Sky sources, has agreed to take over at Championship side Sunderland.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/chris-coleman-resigns-as-wales-manager-and-set-to-join-sunderland-11131118

Theresa May playing Brexit whack a mole

Friday was supposed to be about money, money, money. And not just because the Prime Minister, Theresa May, has come to Sweden, the birthplace of ABBA.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/theresa-may-playing-brexit-whack-a-mole-as-ireland-throws-a-spanner-in-the-works-11131098

Chancellor to announce plans for a plastic tax

The Government will use next week's Budget to launch a consultation into whether taxes could be used to limit our use of plastic packaging.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/chancellor-to-announce-plans-in-budget-for-tax-on-single-use-plastic-11130980

Pupil 'winked and smiled' before stabbing teacher

A pupil "winked and smiled" at another pupil just before he stabbed teacher Ann Maguire to death, an inquest has heard.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/will-cornick-winked-and-smiled-before-stabbing-ann-maguire-to-death-inquest-hears-11130729

Irish PM: Britain asking for too much on Brexit

Ireland's Prime Minister has told Sky News that Britain is asking for too much in its divorce talks with the European Union.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/irish-pm-leo-varadkar-britain-asking-for-too-much-in-brexit-negotiations-11130604

UK to Host 2018 Equine Showcase, Breeders' Short Course

Presenters will cover topics including safety, horse welfare, equine reproduction, horse management, and more.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/39936

Third Gaia Pope murder suspect released

A man arrested on suspicion of murder in connection with the disappearance of Gaia Pope has been released under investigation.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/third-gaia-pope-murder-suspect-released-under-investigation-11130701

Apple delays HomePod smartspeaker launch until 2018



from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2017/11/17/apple-delays-homepod-smartspeaker-launch-2018/

Navy deployed to 500lb war bomb near gas pipe

A 500lb wartime bomb has been destroyed after being dropped "dangerously close" to a major gas pipeline by a fishing boat that had dredged it up from the seabed.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/royal-navy-deployed-to-500lb-german-wwii-bomb-near-major-gas-pipeline-in-the-north-sea-11130424

Unwanted Horse Coalition to Participate in #GivingTuesday

The UHC will host an #UNselfie contest to promote giving and gelding on the global day of philanthropy.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/39938

How Does Forage Keep Horses Warm?

Dr. Clair Thunes explains how eating hay and the digestion process helps keep horses warm.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/39945

How real is the threat of killer robots?



from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/0/real-threat-killer-robots/

Woman becomes first Black Rod in 650 years

A woman has been appointed Black Rod in the House of Lords for the first time in the prestigious role's 650-year history.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/sarah-clarke-honoured-to-be-first-female-black-rod-in-650-years-11130401

Unbelievable! 'Thief' hides in Kamara's garden

A suspected car thief dramatically botched an attempted getaway by driving the wrong down the M1 - and then hiding in football pundit Chris Kamara's garden.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/unbelievable-suspected-car-thief-hides-in-chris-kamaras-garden-11130148

Attack of the Rabid Fox

A horse owner captured a video of a fox in his horse pasture, but then the fox attacked. Find out what saved his horses.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/39944

Plane and helicopter in 'mid-air' collision

An aircraft and a helicopter have crashed in mid-air near Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/plane-and-helicopter-in-mid-air-collision-in-buckinghamshire-11130285

EIA: What's the Big Deal?

Find out where veterinarians are seeing an uptick in equine infectious anemia cases.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/39926

Facebook blocks viral website Unilad's page 



from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2017/11/17/facebook-blocks-viral-website-unilads-page/

Freezing Equine Embryos is Getting More Practical

Study results revealed promising pregnancy rates with embryos that weren't frozen in a laboratory, but in a breeding barn.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/39917