'Deflection script' used to get benefit claimants off the phone emerges

Sky News has obtained a "deflection script" which confirms Universal Credit call agents were officially told to refer claimants online instead of addressing their concerns on the phone.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/deflection-script-used-to-get-universal-credit-claimants-off-the-phone-emerges-11624331

MP who delayed birth to vote on Brexit praises proxy voting trial

Tulip Siddiq, who made history as the first MP to vote by proxy, said having a female prime minister helped drive the change in the law.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/tulip-siddiq-mp-who-delayed-birth-to-vote-on-brexit-praises-proxy-voting-trial-11624318

Huge backlog in cervical screening samples is 'deeply concerning'

More than 150,000 cervical screening samples have been piled up across England waiting to be tested, according to a report.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/huge-backlog-in-cervical-screening-samples-is-deeply-concerning-11624297

Newborn girl abandoned in park as temperatures fall below freezing

A newborn has been found abandoned in an east London park on one of the coldest nights of the year so far.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/newborn-girl-abandoned-in-park-as-temperatures-fall-below-freezing-11624315

Artists should think twice before they attack business sponsors

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/artists-should-think-twice-before-they-attack-business-sponsors-11624326

'Hazardous' conditions on roads as heavy snow hits the UK

Heavy snowfall across the UK has led to "hazardous driving conditions" - with hundreds of motorists left stranded in their cars as temperatures fell.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/uk-weather-hazardous-conditions-on-roads-as-heavy-snow-hits-11624313

'Job interview was most demeaning, embarrassing two hours of my life'

Olivia Bland has described how she was "torn to shreds" during a "brutal" two-hour job interview which felt like she was "sat in a room with my abusive ex".

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/my-job-interview-was-most-demeaning-embarrassing-two-hours-of-my-life-11624051

Rules on 'obscene' pornography relaxed by CPS

The Crown Prosecution Service has relaxed the guidelines in England and Wales about what counts as "obscene" pornography.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/rules-on-obscene-pornography-relaxed-by-crown-prosecution-service-11624220

Friday's national newspaper front pages

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Corbyn's bus is late during visit to highlight bus cuts

Jeremy Corbyn was forced to get a lift to a meeting to discuss cuts to bus services - after the bus he needed didn't arrive.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/jeremy-corbyns-visit-to-highlight-bus-service-cuts-almost-delayed-when-his-bus-is-late-11624125

Video of acid attack on toddler 'plotted by dad'

Video of the moment a three-year-old boy had sulphuric acid thrown over him in an attack allegedly planned by his father has been shown in court.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/video-shows-acid-attack-on-toddler-plotted-by-dad-11623887

‘Don’t leave your car’: 100 motorists stranded in Cornwall snow

An "intensive effort" is under way to help around 100 vehicles stranded in the snow on the A30 in Cornwall.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/around-100-motorists-stranded-on-the-a30-as-snow-blankets-cornwall-11624037

Debenhams chair might suit Moss Bros role

The stand-in chairman at Debenhams is being sounded out about ‎the top job at Moss Bros, the leading suit-hire specialist on UK high streets.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/acting-debenhams-8206chair-duddy-might-suit-moss-bros-board-11623987

Grayling: I'm lightning rod for anti-Brexit brigade

Transport Secretary Chris Grayling believes he is the subject of personal criticism because he is "a lightning rod for the anti-Brexit brigade".

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/chris-grayling-says-criticism-is-because-hes-lightning-rod-for-anti-brexit-brigade-11624002

Rochdale rapist who fled UK trial arrested in Pakistan

A man who has spent three years on the run after fleeing the UK while on trial for the rape of a girl in Rochdale has been arrested in Pakistan.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/choudhry-ikhalaq-hussain-convicted-rochdale-rapist-who-fled-to-pakistan-arrested-11623727

Rough sleeping increases in the North and Midlands

The number of people sleeping rough has continued to soar in the Midlands and some areas of the North - despite an overall fall in total figures across England for the first time in eight years.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/rough-sleeping-increases-in-the-north-and-midlands-despite-overall-fall-11623879

Man who invented ibuprofen after taking it for hangover dies

A British chemist who helped invent the painkiller ibuprofen after he took it to cure his own hangover has died at the age of 95.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/dr-stewart-adams-chemist-who-helped-discover-ibuprofen-after-taking-it-to-cure-own-hangover-dies-11623854

Plastic found in guts of UK's seals, dolphins and whales

Scientists have discovered that microplastics are accumulating in the guts of every marine mammal that has washed up on the shores on the UK.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/plastics-found-in-the-guts-of-uks-seals-dolphins-and-whales-11623649

Teen spared jail after attack on former ambassador

A teenager has been spared jail despite inflicting "horrific" injuries on former British ambassador to the US Sir Christopher Meyer.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/teenager-spared-jail-after-attack-on-former-ambassador-to-us-11623761

Pair sentenced after sharing information 'about Bulger killer'

Two people who shared information online believed to be about one of toddler James Bulger's killers have been spared jail.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/pair-sentenced-after-sharing-information-about-james-bulger-killer-11623741

Battleship torpedoed in WWII to be surveyed by dive team

A volunteer dive team is to conduct an extensive survey of the wreck of a British battleship sunk almost 80 years ago with the loss of more than 800 lives.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/hms-royal-oak-dive-team-to-conduct-extensive-survey-of-british-battleship-torpedoed-80-years-ago-11623624

2019 Regulatory Veterinarian Continuing Education Conference Sold Out

The conference, scheduled for March 4-5 at Gulfstream Park, will focus on medication, pharmacology, and medication regulation in horse racing.

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How Veterinarians, Students, and Volunteers Saved Horses During a Deadly Wildfire

Last fall, Hayley Dieckmann and the UC Davis Veterinary Emergency Response Team treated horses and other animals displaced by the Camp Fire. Here's a look at what she experienced.

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Man, 21, held after machete attack in front of terrified shoppers

A 21-year-old man has been held on suspicion of attempted murder after a machete attack in front of terrified shoppers in Sheffield city centre on Thursday morning.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/man-21-held-after-machete-attack-in-front-of-terrified-shoppers-in-sheffield-city-centre-11623522

Training A Positively Playful Young Horse

My 5-year-old gelding is very playful. Can I turn his playfulness into an advantage when I train him?

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Study: Horses Can Smile … in Their Own Way

Recent study results suggest horses have specific facial expressions that reveal positive emotions akin to “happiness,” in a sense.

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Driver who killed mother of Olympic cyclist jailed

A driver who ran over the mother of Olympic cyclist Chris Boardman has been jailed for 30 weeks for causing her death.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/driver-who-killed-mother-of-olympic-cyclist-chris-boardman-jailed-for-30-weeks-11623458

English invented champagne but it was by mistake - French wine boss

It's been a point of contention for centuries, but now the French head of the Taittinger champagne brand has rekindled the age-old debate over who invented the drink with a surprising admission.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/english-invented-champagne-but-it-was-by-mistake-french-wine-boss-11623425

Asda loses latest round in equal pay battle

Asda has lost a challenge at the Court of Appeal in the latest round of a long-running dispute with its staff over equal pay.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/asda-loses-latest-round-in-equal-pay-claim-battle-11623354

Hydroplane return axed due to 'unforeseen circumstances'

Plans for a fanfare Lake District homecoming for the legendary hydroplane Bluebird K7 have been abandoned.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/bluebird-hydroplane-homecoming-postponed-due-to-unforeseen-circumstances-11623355

'Disturbing' figures show prison violence at record levels

The number of self-harm incidents and assaults in prisons has reached record levels, according to new figures.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/disturbing-figures-show-prison-violence-at-record-levels-11623258

Guildford pub bombings inquests to resume 40 years after suspension

The inquests into the 1974 Guildford pub bombings should resume more than 40 years after they were suspended, a coroner has ruled.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/guildford-pub-bombings-inquests-to-resume-40-years-after-suspension-coroner-rules-11623353

Thatcher statue needs protecting from vandals - police

A statue of Margaret Thatcher could be placed on a 10ft-high platform to stop vandals targeting it, police say.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/planned-margaret-thatcher-statue-needs-protecting-from-vandals-police-say-11623261

'Very significant' snow warning as UK hits winter low of -13.6C

England, Scotland, Northern Ireland and Wales have all recorded their lowest temperatures of the winter so far, with the freezing weather threatening more disruption through the day.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/uk-weather-forecast-very-significant-snow-warning-as-britain-hits-winter-low-of-136c-11622194

Kylie Minogue 'calls in police over harassment'

Kylie Minogue was forced to call in police after being harassed by a man at her London home, it has been reported.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/kylie-minogue-calls-in-police-after-man-harasses-her-at-london-home-11623131

The real cost of debt on the UK's poorest families

The poorest 10% of households get into debt to finance their day-to-day living, analysis commissioned by Sky News has found.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/the-real-cost-of-debt-on-the-uks-poorest-families-11622442

Transfer deadline day! All the latest Premier League moves

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/live-transfer-deadline-day-all-the-latest-premier-league-moves-11623108

MPs call for social media 'duty of care' laws

New laws are needed to hold social media companies to account if they fail to protect young users, according to a report by MPs.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/mps-call-for-legal-duty-of-care-on-social-media-companies-to-protect-young-users-11622583

No-deal war games as MoD names Brexit its 'highest priority'

Preparing for a no-deal Brexit is the "highest priority" of Britain's Ministry of Defence, the department's top civil servant has revealed in a letter to staff.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/no-deal-war-games-as-mod-names-brexit-its-highest-priority-11623004

Archaeologists discover 'first beer ever brewed in the UK'

Archaeologists have made an "incredibly exciting" discovery while working on a project to widen a major road - evidence of what is believed to be the first beer brewed in the UK.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/archaeologists-discover-first-beer-ever-brewed-in-the-uk-11623047

'I'd be dead in two days without a knife', says gang member

A north London gang member tells Sky News he would be dead within a "couple of days" if he did not carry a knife as new measures to tackle an increase in violence are introduced.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/london-gang-speaks-of-violence-in-the-capital-as-govt-brings-in-measures-to-curb-knife-crime-11623072

NHS promises longer GP appointments for sickest patients

The sickest patients should receive longer GP appointments as part of sweeping reforms of primary care to be adopted by the NHS in England.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/nhs-promises-longer-gp-appointments-for-sickest-patients-11623044

Thursday's national newspaper front pages

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Sunderland voters do not expect govt to strike Brexit deal

Voters in the Leave-supporting city of Sunderland have told a Sky News debate they have little faith in the government to strike a Brexit deal with the EU.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/brexit-crisis-sunderland-voters-do-not-expect-government-to-strike-deal-with-eu-11622793

Two babies die after contracting infection at neonatal unit

Two premature babies have died after their bloodstreams became infected at a hospital neonatal unit.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/two-babies-die-after-contracting-blood-infection-at-neonatal-unit-in-glasgow-11622849

Topshop owners fined after girl fractures skull in store

The retail group that owns Topshop has been fined £450,000 after a girl was badly injured in one of its stores.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/topshop-owners-fined-after-girl-fractures-skull-in-store-11622665

Public prefer a deal instead of hard Brexit - Sky Data

Most of the British public would prefer a Brexit deal rather than crashing out of the European Union without one, a Sky Data poll reveals.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/sky-data-poll-public-prefer-a-deal-instead-of-hard-brexit-11622551

Boy, 7, and mum shot in 'bungled gangland hit'

A seven-year-old boy and his mother were shot in the legs on their doorstep when a gangland hit went wrong, a court has heard.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/boy-7-and-mum-shot-in-bungled-gangland-hit-11622567

'Clown mask' gang member who brandished gun during chase faces jail

A gang member who brandished a shotgun from a stolen BMW while wearing a "scary clown mask" during a police chase is facing jail.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/clown-mask-gang-member-who-brandished-gun-during-chase-faces-jail-11622556

How Can I Get my Picky-Eater Sport Horse to Eat Enough Calories?

Get advice on encouraging a hard-keeper to eat more. The first step? Rule out health problems.

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Bill Would Make Animal Cruelty a Federal Crime

The Preventing Animal Cruelty and Torture Act would amend the federal criminal code to prohibit intentional animal cruelty acts, including burning, drowning, impaling, sexual exploitation, or others that cause serious bodily harm to animals.

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Sunderland AFC employee held over grooming claim

A staff member at Sunderland AFC has been arrested on suspicion of meeting a boy following sexual grooming.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/sunderland-afc-staff-member-arrested-over-grooming-claim-11622471

Barclays prepares to trigger €190bn no-deal Brexit plan

Barclays is preparing to pull the trigger on no-deal Brexit plans to shift assets worth €190bn (£166bn) to its Irish division as it "cannot wait any longer" amid continuing political uncertainty, a High Court judgment has revealed.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/barclays-prepares-to-trigger-8364190bn-no-deal-brexit-plan-11622383

Jilly Cooper: #MeToo is diminishing men - people are too PC

Author Jilly Cooper has said that men are being "diminished" by the #MeToo movement and that nowadays "everybody is too PC".

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/jilly-cooper-men-are-diminished-by-metoo-people-are-too-pc-11622378

10 R. equi Resources on TheHorse.com

Rhodococcus equi is the most serious cause of pneumonia in 1- to 4-month-old foals. Learn more about this potentially deadly pathogen and how to protect your foals with these resources on TheHorse.com. Sponsored by Plasvacc.

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Emiliano Sala: Recovered seat cushions 'likely' to be from plane

Two seat cushions have been found which are likely to have come from the plane carrying missing Cardiff City striker Emiliano Sala, the Air Accidents Investigation Branch says.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/emiliano-sala-recovered-seat-cushions-likely-to-be-from-missing-plane-11622470

The Hardy Horse: How Horses Handle Winter

From growing a thick winter coat to producing heat as they digest forage, here's horses are inherently designed to cope with cold weather.

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New Beatles film based on 'treasure trove' of unseen footage

A new film about The Beatles has been announced, featuring hours of previously unseen footage giving the "ultimate fly-on-the-wall experience".

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/peter-jackson-to-direct-new-beatles-film-based-on-hours-of-unseen-footage-11622328

Govt loses criminal records disclosure appeal

Rulings protecting a number of people's right to not declare minor criminal offences long ago has been upheld by the Supreme Court.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/government-defeated-in-legal-battle-over-criminal-records-disclosure-11622257

Will Young hits out at 'repulsive homophobia' on Grand Tour

Will Young has hit out at The Grand Tour over alleged "repulsive" homophobic comments in its latest episode.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/will-young-hits-out-at-grand-tour-repulsive-homophobia-11622233

'Zombie knife' attacker jailed as sentence increased

A teenager who attacked a car with a "zombie knife" in broad daylight has been given a three-and-a-half year jail term after his sentence was reviewed.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/joshua-gardner-zombie-knife-attacker-jailed-for-three-and-a-half-years-as-judge-increases-sentence-11622348

Kite surfer makes 'record' leap over sand spit in Devon

A 200-metre leap by a British kite surfer over a sand spit in Dawlish Warren on the south coast of Devon could be one for the record books.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/kite-surfer-makes-record-leap-over-200-metre-sand-spit-in-devon-11622190

Clarks to 'teach' kids while fitting shoes under government scheme

Retail staff will be trained to improve children's language skills while fitting them for shoes.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/clarks-staff-to-teach-language-skills-to-children-while-fitting-shoes-under-government-initiative-11622127

'Incredibly important' biography wins Costa Book Of The Year

The story of a Holocaust survivor and her plight during the Second World War has won the Costa Book Of The Year award.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/the-cut-out-girl-wins-costa-book-of-the-year-11622158

10cm of snow forecast as parts of UK set to freeze in -10C

Up to 10cm of snow could settle as temperatures continue to plummet across the country, with the early hours of Thursday forecast to be the coldest spell of winter so far.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/10cm-of-snow-forecast-as-parts-of-uk-set-to-freeze-in-10c-11622194

May primed for Brussels trip to demand renegotiation

Theresa May will head to Brussels to demand the Brexit deal be opened up for renegotiation to strip out one of its most controversial parts.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/theresa-may-primed-for-brussels-trip-to-demand-brexit-backstop-renegotiation-11622093

Three teens arrested after boy, 17, stabbed to death

Three teenagers have been arrested after a 17-year-old was stabbed to death in Islington, north London.

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Pressure on social media sites over 'disturbing content'

Social media platforms have been urged to take more responsibility for the "horrific amount of disturbing content" children are able to access online.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/social-media-giants-told-to-protect-children-from-disturbing-content-11621968

'No longer a death sentence': Govt vow to end HIV by 2030

The government is to pledge to eliminate HIV transmissions in England by 2030 with medical breakthroughs and better education ensuring AIDS is "no longer a death sentence".

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PM wins support to renegotiate Brexit backstop - but EU says no

Theresa May has hailed a "mandate" given to her by MPs to renegotiate her Brexit deal, despite admitting "it will not be easy" in the face of the EU's repeated refusal to reopen talks.

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Man appeals for information 20 years after brother's death

The brother of a man killed during a night out celebrating a promotion has held a vigil to mark 20 years since his death, as he appeals for witnesses to come forward.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/man-appeals-for-information-20-years-after-brothers-death-11621656

Surprise victory for May as MPs back backstop amendment

Tonight Theresa May has won a surprise victory, after MPs voted in favour of a change to her Brexit plan which calls on her to go back to Brussels and demand a better deal on the Northern Irish backstop.

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Preventing R. equi in Foals

Plasvacc offers these tips for protecting foals from a common cause of pneumonia.

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Woman fined after 'telling police she could park on roundabout'

A woman has been fined by police after parking her car across a roundabout exit.

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Mum splashed with acid at daughter's grave 'let down by police'

The family of a woman splashed with acid as she sat at her daughter's grave say police "let them down".

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/mother-splashed-with-acid-at-daughters-grave-let-down-by-police-11621455

Stadium pens 'very packed' before Hillsborough disaster

A former chief executive of Liverpool Football Club has told the Hillsborough trial that he could see pens at the stadium were "very packed" up to half an hour before kick-off.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/stadium-pens-very-packed-before-hillsborough-disaster-11621382

Three men arrested over bouncer's New Year murder

Three men have been arrested on suspicion of murdering a bouncer outside a private New Year's Eve party in central London.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/new-year-murder-three-arrested-on-suspicion-of-killing-park-lane-bouncer-11621377

Briton freed in Egypt: 'I thought my ordeal would never end'

A British woman released early from an Egyptian prison has said she thought her ordeal would never end as she arrived back in the UK.

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What’s so Cool About Coolers for Horses?

Find out why using coolers on horses post-exercise makes good sense, especially during cold weather.

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Boa constrictors found 'frozen to death' in park

The RSPCA is investigating after two snakes were found dead in a playing field having apparently been dumped by their owner.

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UK gives £33m to help Iraqis hit by Islamic State

The UK is giving £33m to help Iraqis whose lives have been affected by conflict, including those whose homes, livelihoods or communities have been hit by Islamic State.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/uk-gives-16333m-to-help-iraqis-hit-by-islamic-state-11621290

A&E changes will have 'near catastrophic' safety impact

Changes to the four-hour waiting time target in accident and emergency departments will have a "near catastrophic" impact on patient safety, emergency doctors have warned.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/ae-waiting-time-changes-will-have-near-catastrophic-impact-on-patient-safety-warn-doctors-11621323

Man arrested after teen's body found in derelict house

A man has been arrested on suspicion of murdering a teenage girl who was found dead 20 minutes after being reported missing.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/man-arrested-after-teens-body-found-20-minutes-after-reported-missing-11621301

Expelled Labour MP jailed for speeding fine lies

An expelled Labour MP has been jailed for three months after being found guilty of lying to police to avoid a speeding ticket.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/fiona-onasanya-former-labour-mp-jailed-for-three-months-over-speeding-fine-lies-11621051

Being Prepared for Equine Euthanasia

Plan ahead when it comes to making end-of-life decisions for your horse.

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John Malkovich to star in play inspired by Weinstein

John Malkovich is to star in a new play about a "depraved Hollywood mogul" inspired by the scandal surrounding disgraced producer Harvey Weinstein.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/john-malkovich-to-star-in-play-inspired-by-harvey-weinstein-scandal-11621213

Drug gang 'county lines' more than double in a year

The number of "county lines" has more than doubled in a year to 2,000 across the UK, the National Crime Agency (NCA) has found.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/number-of-drug-gang-county-lines-more-than-doubles-to-2000-in-a-year-11621240

School closed after staff member found dead

A school has been closed after the body of a member of staff was found on site.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/school-closed-after-staff-members-body-found-11621167

Tory Brexiteers and Remainers unite to throw May a lifeline

Tory Brexiteers and Remainers have united to help Theresa May ahead of crunch votes later today that could change the course of Brexit.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/tory-brexiteers-and-remainers-unite-to-throw-theresa-may-a-lifeline-11621144

Royal Mail shares plummet as fewer letters are sent

Shares in Royal Mail have plummeted after the company warned that letter numbers by volume will be lower than expected next financial year.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/royal-mail-shares-plummet-as-it-posts-downward-earnings-revision-11621076

Brrrr-itain braces for up to 10cm of snow

The UK is set for up to 10cm (4in) of snow as temperatures drop across large parts of the country this week.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/uk-weather-disruption-expected-as-britain-braces-for-up-to-10cm-of-snow-11621046

Five teens arrested for manslaughter after body found in river

Five teenagers have been arrested on suspicion of manslaughter after a body was found in a river in Yarm.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/luke-jobson-five-teenagers-arrested-for-manslaughter-after-body-found-in-river-11621106

Andy Murray 'battered and bruised' after hip surgery

Andy Murray has revealed he now has a "metal hip" after undergoing surgery following months of being in pain.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/andy-murray-battered-and-bruised-after-hip-surgery-11621070

Death threats against speedboat killer's lawyer 'unacceptable'

The justice secretary has said he is "very concerned" about death threats made against the speedboat killer Jack Shepherd's lawyer.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/death-threats-made-against-speedboat-killers-lawyer-completely-unacceptable-11621039

'Too much effort' for children to interact with real life

More than a third of 12 to 15-year-olds say they find it difficult to moderate their screen time - as a survey shows children now spend an average of two hours and 11 minutes online each day.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/too-much-effort-to-interact-with-real-life-as-kids-struggle-to-control-screen-time-11620871

Brexit Backstop amendment might not be enough for May

Theresa May heads into another bruising Commons showdown on Brexit pleading with Tory MPs to back a move to scrap the Irish backstop.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/brexit-backstop-amendment-might-not-be-enough-to-help-may-win-vote-11620931

Tuesday's national newspaper front pages

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/tuesdays-national-newspaper-front-pages-11620888

Clegg: Facebook has 'a lot more work to do' to tackle self-harm content

Facebook communications boss Sir Nick Clegg has admitted the social network has "a lot more work to do" to combat content that promotes self-harm.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/nick-clegg-facebook-has-a-lot-more-work-to-do-to-tackle-self-harm-content-11620817

No One-Track Minds: Study Suggests Horses Can Divide Their Attention

In a recent study, researchers showed that horses appear fully capable of dividing their attention, and we can see that in the way they use their ears.

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Brothers jailed for 'chilling' crash that killed four people

Two brothers involved in a high-speed crash that killed four people have been jailed.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/brothers-jailed-for-chilling-high-speed-crash-that-killed-four-people-11620675

UK and France need 'pragmatism' in event of 'no-deal' Brexit

The president of the northeastern region of France has told Sky News that his government must be pragmatic and flexible in the event of a "no-deal" Brexit.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/call-for-pragmatism-to-minimise-disruption-in-case-no-deal-brexit-11620742

PM urges MPs to back demand to replace Brexit backstop

Theresa May has urged Conservative MPs to support a demand for the controversial backstop arrangement in her Brexit deal to be replaced with "alternative arrangements".

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/pm-urges-conservative-mps-to-back-demand-to-replace-brexit-backstop-11620722

Revealed: Which regions spend the most on alcohol

People in the North West of England splash out on alcohol the most - with each household spending an average of £17 a week.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/revealed-which-regions-spend-the-most-on-alcohol-11620560

Hillsborough commander 'not experienced enough', trial hears

A former police sergeant on duty at the Hillsborough disaster has told a court he believes the match police commander was not experienced enough.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/hillsborough-police-commander-not-experienced-enough-on-that-day-witness-tells-trial-11620615

Jobs at risk as Oddbins braces for insolvency

Hundreds more retail jobs are at risk this week as the owner of Oddbins and Wine Cellars, the off-licence chain, lines up administrators for the second time in less than ten years.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/oddbins-owner-blames-brexit-as-it-8206lines-up-administrator-11620627

Trapped shoppers screamed in fear as lift shot up and down

More than a dozen shoppers were left trapped in a shopping centre lift which moved up and "plunged" them down for more than 20 minutes.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/shoppers-trapped-in-broken-lift-screamed-in-fear-as-lift-shot-up-and-down-30-times-11620302

Emiliano Sala: Underwater searches to begin

An underwater search is set to begin for the missing plane carrying footballer Emiliano Sala, a scientist involved in the operation has said.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/emiliano-sala-underwater-searches-to-begin-for-missing-plane-11620622

Shoreham crash survivors thought they would die in 'fireball'

Survivors of the Shoreham air crash that left 11 people dead have relived the harrowing moment they were engulfed in a "fireball".

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/shoreham-air-crash-survivors-thought-they-were-going-to-die-in-fireball-11620527

Police condemn 'abhorrent' violence at FA Cup match

Police have condemned the "abhorrent behaviour" of Millwall and Everton fans before their FA Cup match on Saturday, in what has been described as "some of the most shocking football violence we have seen for some time".

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/fa-cup-police-condemn-abhorrent-violence-at-millwall-v-everton-match-11620531

Tips for Feeding Equine ‘Enthusiastic’ Eaters

Does your horse fling food all over his stall during meal time? Our nutrition expert shares some tips you can try to keep your horse’s enthusiastic eating behaviors from wasting feed.

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Emiliano Sala: Cardiff City manager breaks silence

Relatives of missing footballer Emiliano Sala are in the Channel Islands to oversee a private search as Cardiff City's manager described the situation as "traumatic".

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/emiliano-sala-private-search-begins-as-cardiff-city-manager-breaks-silence-11620452

City of Light, Bricks and Mortar Win Pegasus World Cup Races

Saturday’s richly endowed Pegasus World Cup Invitational races at Gulfstream Park showcased winners at contrasting stages of their careers. City of Light romped in his swan song in the $9 million Pegasus World Cup in the slop, while Bricks and Mortar is just getting started after capturing the inaugural Pegasus World Cup Turf worth $6,708,329.

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Body found in river after man, 22, goes missing

Two teenagers have come forward to be questioned by police after a 22-year-old man went missing in the early hours of Saturday morning.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/teens-to-be-questioned-as-22-year-old-luke-jobson-goes-missing-after-night-out-in-yarm-11620417

Tesco says 9,000 jobs will be hit in restructure

Tesco has announced that 9,000 jobs will be affected in a restructuring of its store and head office functions.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/tesco-says-9000-jobs-will-be-hit-in-restructure-11620476

'No-deal' Brexit would leave shelves empty, retailers warn

A 'no-deal' Brexit would lead to higher prices, empty shelves and pose a threat to the UK's food security, retailers have warned.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/no-deal-brexit-would-leave-shelves-empty-british-retail-consortium-warns-11620380

My Horse is Skinny. What Should I Do?

Do you have a skinny horse? Here are some tips you can use to help him return to an ideal weight.

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Revealed: Which top-selling cars are prone to keyless theft

Four out of the five of the UK's best-selling car models are susceptible to keyless theft, new research claims.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/uks-best-selling-cars-susceptible-to-keyless-theft-research-claims-11620288

British woman jailed over painkillers is freed

A British woman jailed in Egypt after 290 painkillers were discovered in her luggage has been granted early release from prison.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/british-woman-laura-plummer-granted-early-release-from-egyptian-prison-11620312

Battle begins for MPs to take control of Brexit plan B

The battle is on for MPs trying to change the course of Brexit, as they drum up support ahead of crucial votes tomorrow.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/battle-begins-for-mps-to-take-control-of-brexit-plan-b-11620335

Unions demand Tesco meeting amid fears over 15,000 jobs

Trade unions are calling for "urgent" talks with Tesco management as speculations mounts that the UK's largest supermarket chain is poised to announce 15,000 job cuts.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/unions-demand-urgent-tesco-meeting-amid-fears-over-15000-jobs-11620321

Sir Philip Green drops legal case against Daily Telegraph

Sir Philip Green has dropped his legal claim against The Daily Telegraph after the newspaper reported allegations of sexual and racial harassment against him.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/sir-philip-green-and-arcadia-drop-legal-case-against-the-daily-telegraph-11620275

Heavy snow could cut off villages, Met Office warns

Heavy snowfall of up to 10cm could cut off villages in the south east of England this week, the Met Office has warned.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/uk-weather-heavy-snow-could-cut-off-villages-in-south-east-met-office-warns-11620115

Endangered red panda missing from Belfast Zoo

A rare red panda has gone missing from Belfast Zoo.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/endangered-red-panda-missing-from-belfast-zoo-11620029

GP prescriptions for a bit of depression? Go ballroom dancing

Art classes, ballroom dancing lessons, history groups and football clubs could soon be appearing on a prescription from your GP, as part of "social prescribing" plans being launched by NHS England this week.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/gps-to-prescribe-dance-lessons-and-art-classes-on-the-nhs-for-modern-life-scourges-11619966

Johnson predicts May fightback with Brexit 'freedom clause'

Only days after a surprise visit to Downing Street, Boris Johnson is predicting a Brexit fightback by Theresa May and a breakthrough in her battle with rebel Tory MPs in crucial Commons votes.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/brexit-boris-johnson-predicts-theresa-may-fightback-with-freedom-clause-11619988

Olivia Colman reveals Wikipedia age battle

Golden Globe winner and Oscar nominee Olivia Colman has revealed she once wrote to Wikipedia to request a change on her page, after realising they had added eight years on to her age.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/olivia-colman-reveals-battle-with-wikipedia-over-her-age-11619990

I was wrong - parliament needs proxy voting for new parents

Forget Brexit and the myriad of amendments laid down by MPs - there's another key vote happening in parliament that's caught my eye.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/i-was-wrong-parliament-needs-proxy-voting-for-new-parents-11619924

Monday's national newspaper front pages

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/mondays-national-newspaper-front-pages-11619952

Notts County owner apologises for lewd tweet - then puts club up for sale

Notts County owner Alan Hardy says he is putting the club up for sale - but denies it is because he tweeted a picture of his anatomy.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/notts-county-owner-apologises-for-lewd-tweet-then-puts-club-up-for-sale-11619919

Sala family 'struggling' as search resumes thanks to crowdfunding

The family of missing footballer Emiliano Sala are "struggling with the very few answers about what's happened", a spokesman said as the search resumed thanks to a crowdfunding appeal.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/emiliano-sala-family-struggling-as-search-resumes-thanks-to-crowdfunding-11619572

Police 'shocked' at car driven with missing front tyre

A driver has been arrested after they were caught driving erratically with no front tyre.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/police-shocked-at-car-driven-erratically-with-missing-front-tyre-11619372

UK Graduate Student Spotlight: Shelley Turner, MS

Turner is studying how industrial hempseed impacts horse health and whether its anti-inflammatory properties could help joint mobility and lameness,

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Girl, 12, killed in crash as police hunt Audi driver

A 12-year-old girl has died in a crash involving several vehicles on the M61 motorway.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/lancaster-girl-12-killed-in-m61-crash-as-police-hunt-for-audi-driver-who-fled-scene-11619313

Snow is on the way for many - will it affect you?

A weather warning for snow has been issued for a large swathe of England this week with the risk of up to 10cm falling in places.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/uk-weather-snow-warning-for-midweek-with-the-risk-of-travel-disruption-11619334

Backlash as Labour reinstates ex-MP over antisemitism row

The chair of the Jewish Labour Movement has accused her own party of "risible" and "hurtful" behaviour for reinstating the membership of a former MP accused of antisemitism.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/labour-criticised-for-reinstating-ex-mp-over-antisemitism-row-11619356

Study Shows Devil’s Claw Safe for Horses

Researchers determined that Devil’s claw extract did not cause any clinically detectable adverse effects in horses following oral administration.

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Senior minister edges closer to ruling out no-deal Brexit

A senior minister has edged close to ruling out Britain leaving the EU without a deal, predicting such a scenario will never become "government policy".

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/minister-damian-hinds-edges-closer-to-ruling-out-no-deal-brexit-11619329

Woman dies after attack in public toilet

A woman in her sixties has died after an attack in a public toilet in Devon, police say.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/woman-dies-after-attack-in-public-toilet-in-devon-11619269

One in 20 UK adults does not believe in Holocaust

One in 20 UK adults does not believe the Holocaust took place, while one in 12 believes its scale has been exaggerated, a survey suggests.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/one-in-20-uk-adults-does-not-believe-holocaust-took-place-survey-11619168

Brexit planners could use martial law against civil disobedience

Brexit planners are examining the possibility of martial law in Britain in the event of a "no-deal" Brexit, it has emerged.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/brexit-planners-could-use-martial-law-against-civil-disobedience-11619088

Revealed: Beckhams and Dyson among UK's top taxpayers

Britain's top 10 taxpayers paid nearly a £1bn to the government last year, according to the Sunday Times 2019 Tax list.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/britains-top-taxpayers-are-revealed-in-list-11619070

Social media told to 'purge' harmful content after teenager's death

Social media companies must "purge" their websites of content that promotes self-harm and suicide, the health secretary says.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/health-secretary-tells-social-media-to-purge-harmful-content-after-teenagers-death-11619066

'I am very sorry': Duke apologises for crash that injured two women

The Duke of Edinburgh has apologised to a woman who was injured in a car crash in which he was involved.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/duke-apologises-for-crash-that-injured-two-women-near-sandringham-11619068

Man slashed on face in violence before FA Cup tie

A man was slashed across the face in violence before an FA Cup tie between Millwall and Everton.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/man-slashed-on-face-in-violence-before-millwall-v-everton-fa-cup-tie-11618955

Woman critical after attack in public toilet

A woman in her sixties is in a critical condition after an attack in a public toilet in Devon.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/woman-critical-after-attack-in-public-toilet-in-devon-11618778

Sinn Fein calls for Irish unity vote as protesters build mock wall

Sinn Fein leader Mary Lou McDonald says the Irish government must prepare for a referendum on Irish unity given the uncertainty around Brexit.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/sinn-fein-calls-for-irish-unity-vote-as-protesters-build-mock-border-wall-11618816

Rugby star's plea as grandparents face deportation to Iran

A Scotland rugby international has appealed to the home secretary to reverse a "horrible and nonsensical" decision to deport his grandparents.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/rugby-stars-plea-as-grandparents-face-deportation-to-iran-11618415

NHS to offer paid-for genetic blueprints that predict health risks

The NHS will allow people to pay for a report of their genetic blueprint that can predict major health risks.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/nhs-to-offer-paid-for-genetic-blueprints-that-predict-health-risks-11618412

Emiliano Sala private search fund tops €190k in one day

More than €190,000 (£164,000) has been raised to fund a private search for missing Cardiff City footballer Emiliano Sala.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/emiliano-sala-private-search-fund-tops-8364190k-in-one-day-11618274

UK Celebrates 27 Years of Partnership With Lloyd’s of London

Lloyd's of London representatives recently presented a $50,000 check to UK for continued funding of the international publication Equine Disease Quarterly.

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Melania Trump paid damages by British newspaper

The Telegraph has apologised and paid "substantial damages" to Melania Trump after publishing an article containing false statements.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/melania-trump-paid-substantial-damages-by-the-telegraph-over-false-claims-11618169

Fake cigarettes 'cost UK £2bn per year', councils warn

The trade in fake cigarettes is costing the UK economy £2bn a year and harming efforts to persuade smokers to quit the deadly habit, councils have warned.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/fake-cigarettes-cost-uk-economy-1632bn-per-year-councils-warn-11618144

Horses Need Extra TLC During Cold, Wet Winter Weather

Horses require extra attention when low temperatures are accompanied by wet and windy conditions. Here's how to help your horse cope with winter weather.

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UK begins stockpiling at military bases in case of no-deal

Britain has begun stockpiling food, fuel, spare parts and ammunition at military bases in Gibraltar, Cyprus and the Falklands in case of a no-deal Brexit, Sky News has learnt.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/uk-begins-stockpiling-at-military-bases-to-prepare-for-no-deal-brexit-11617564

Body of student missing for five months found in estuary

The body of a geography student missing for more than five months has been found, police say.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/adam-seaton-body-of-missing-student-found-in-ribble-estuary-11618129

Dame Barbara Windsor eases dementia with Carry On and EastEnders

Dame Barbara Windsor's dementia is eased when she watches herself in Carry on films and EastEnders which trigger her memory.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/dame-barbara-windsor-eases-dementia-by-watching-carry-on-films-and-eastenders-11618083

And the best place to live in the UK is....

Beautiful landscapes, low crime and happy residents have seen Orkney scoop the top spot as the UK's best place to live.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/orkney-crowned-best-place-to-live-in-the-uk-in-halifax-quality-of-life-survey-11618040

Debbie McGee has surgery for breast cancer

Debbie McGee has revealed she has undergone surgery to treat breast cancer.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/debbie-mcgee-reveals-she-has-had-surgery-to-treat-breast-cancer-11618022

BAE boss: UK should be friend to Saudi after Khashoggi murder

Britain should be a "critical friend" to Saudi Arabia, according to the boss of Europe's biggest defence company.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/bae-boss-uk-should-be-critical-friend-to-saudi-arabia-after-khashoggi-murder-11618042

James Bulger film will not be pulled from the Oscars

A film about the murder of James Bulger will be allowed to compete at the Oscars, despite pleas from the toddler's mother.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/james-bulger-film-will-not-be-pulled-from-the-oscars-11617963

Massive global response to fund clean-up of vandalised memorial

More than £20,000 has been raised in just a few days to help clean up the Bomber Command Memorial after it was vandalised.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/16320000-raised-worldwide-to-clean-vandalised-bomber-command-memorial-11617942

Veteran with PTSD detained ahead of deportation

A former Commonwealth soldier with post-traumatic stress disorder has been taken into an immigration detention so he can be deported to Jamaica.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/afghanistan-veteran-with-ptsd-detained-ahead-of-deportation-to-jamaica-11617654

Don't cut our lifeline: Parents' fears over children's centre closures

Dozens of children's centres across the country are facing closure as part of council cuts to funding.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/dont-cut-our-lifeline-parents-fears-over-childrens-centre-closures-11617944

More work needed for people with learning disabilities

A cafe set up to teach life and work skills to youngsters with Down's syndrome is calling on employers to give a helping hand to people with learning difficulties.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/more-work-needed-for-people-with-learning-disabilities-11617922

What will historians think when they look at us?

In 1973, when Britain joined the then EEC, it was promised to be the beginning of an exciting future.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/what-will-historians-think-when-they-look-at-us-11617957

TV should not be used as a platform for untruths

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/tv-should-not-be-used-as-a-platform-for-untruths-11617939

Mother charged with murdering two daughters

A mother has been charged with murdering her two young daughters a year after they died.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/mother-charged-with-murdering-two-daughters-a-year-after-their-deaths-11617837

Nelly asks for UK woman's sexual assault claim to be dismissed

The rapper Nelly is asking a US court to dismiss a British woman's lawsuit claiming he sexually assaulted her after a concert.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/us-rapper-nelly-asks-for-british-womans-rape-claim-to-be-dismissed-11617803

Britons back the Queen over Brexit 'come together' message

The vast majority of people back the Queen for urging people to "come together" amid bitter division over Brexit.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/britons-back-the-queen-over-come-together-message-amid-brexit-crisis-sky-data-poll-11617545

Shameless actress served summons over 'Bulger killer image'

Shameless actress Tina Malone is facing contempt of court proceedings over a post on social media that purported to show images of James Bulger killer Jon Venables.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/shameless-actress-tina-malone-served-summons-over-image-of-james-bulger-killer-11617446

Drug dealer who faked novichok poisoning jailed

A dealer who claimed he was poisoned with novichok in Salisbury has been jailed for 11 years for his role in supplying £60,000 of drugs.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/drug-dealer-alex-king-who-faked-novichok-poisoning-in-salisbury-jailed-for-11-years-11617492

Laminitis as Common as Colic in British Horses, Study Reveals

Researchers found that one in 10 horses or ponies develop an episode of laminitis every year, but only half of those episodes were diagnosed by a veterinarian.

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MP scraps Brexit meeting over 'far-right action'

A Labour MP has been forced to cancel a public meeting to discuss Brexit over warnings of "action" by "far-right extremists".

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/mp-cat-smith-cancels-brexit-meeting-over-far-right-action-11617371

Varadkar: 'No-deal' Brexit could see soldiers on border

Soldiers may be required to man the Irish border in the event of a "no-deal" Brexit, the Irish prime minister has warned.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/varadkar-soldiers-could-be-needed-on-irish-border-under-no-deal-brexit-11617377

Hillsborough trial: Ex-policeman breaks down in court

A retired police officer broke down in court as he described a lack of control at the Hillsborough disaster.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/hillsborough-trial-ex-policeman-breaks-down-in-court-11617426

Beth Tweddle sues makers of Channel 4 show The Jump

Olympic gymnast Beth Tweddle is suing the makers of The Jump after she fractured her vertebrae on the Channel 4 show.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/gymnast-beth-tweddle-sues-makers-of-the-jump-over-injuries-on-channel-4-show-11617236

UK Extension Agents to Host 12th ‘Pastures Please!!’ Workshop

Presentation topics will include how to manage weedy grasses in grazed pastures, safe tall-fescue varieties for all classes of horses, and using seed coating and other techniques to improve pasture establishment.

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EHV-1 Abortions in Ontario: Two Cases Reported in Haldimand County

A week prior to the abortions, two horses on the same farm developed clinical signs consistent with the neurologic form of EHV-1. These horses were euthanized and no further diagnostic testing was performed, OMAFRA said.

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Court shown pictures 'revealing how Briton killed his wife at sea'

New pictures have emerged that prosecutors say show how a British sailor killed his American wife by sinking their catamaran off the coast of Cuba.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/court-shown-pictures-revealing-how-briton-killed-his-wife-at-sea-11617300

Commentary: The Importance of Identifying the Cause of Equine Abortions

It’s critical that owners and breeding farms send aborted foals to a veterinary diagnostic laboratory, even if the cause of abortion appears obvious. Here's why.

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Ashley demands rent holiday from HMV landlords

The Sports Direct tycoon Mike Ashley is turning the screw on high street landlords by demanding a rent holiday at HMV stores as he negotiates a deal to rescue the music retailer.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/ashley-demands-rent-holiday-to-secure-hmv-rescue-deal-11617264

Catastrophic Injuries in Racehorses: Impact of Lameness, Medication, and Surgery

Researchers found no apparent link between previous surgery and catastrophic injury, but they did identify associations with medication use and lameness.

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Cancer at 22: Why the smear test age must come down

Abigail Howes, from Cardiff, was diagnosed with cervical cancer at the age of just 22, having been denied a smear test despite exhibiting worrying symptoms.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/cancer-at-22-why-the-smear-test-age-must-come-down-11617111

Speedboat killer 'fears for life in UK' as he is held in Georgia

Speedboat killer Jack Shepherd told a court he fears his life will be in danger in a UK jail as he was held in custody in Georgia for three months.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/speedboat-killer-jack-shepherd-fears-for-life-in-uk-as-he-is-held-in-georgia-for-three-months-11617141

Human bone found inside pair of socks in Primark

A shopper made a grim discovery after finding a human bone inside a pair of socks bought from a Primark store in Essex.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/human-bone-found-in-pair-of-socks-in-essex-primark-store-11617019

Fuller's sells beer business to Asahi for £250m

London Pride brewer Fuller's is selling its entire beer business to Asahi for £250m.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/fullers-sells-beer-business-to-asahi-in-163250m-deal-11617034

North Sea clean-up 'could cost taxpayers £24bn'

Removing defunct oil and gas rigs in the North Sea could cost UK taxpayers £24bn, according to government estimates.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/north-sea-oil-decommissioning-could-cost-taxpayers-16324bn-government-estimates-11616978

Hammond: 'Ticking clock' will 'focus minds' on Brexit

The chancellor has rejected suggestions Brexit should be delayed - saying the "ticking clock" will "focus minds" and ensure Theresa May gets an exit deal passed in time.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/philip-hammond-ticking-clock-will-focus-minds-on-brexit-11617009

Investigators to check whether Emiliano Sala's pilot had correct licence

Investigators are checking whether the pilot who disappeared over the Channel alongside Cardiff City striker Emiliano Sala had the correct licence.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/emiliano-sala-investigators-to-check-if-pilot-of-missing-plane-had-correct-licence-11616969

CO2 levels to rise by near-record amount in 2019

Carbon dioxide in the atmosphere is predicted to rise by a near-record amount in 2019, the Met Office has warned.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/carbon-dioxide-levels-to-rise-by-near-record-amount-in-2019-met-office-warns-11616943

'National security will be severely weakened in no-deal Brexit'

Britain's national security will be severely weakened if the UK leaves the EU without a deal and it could take "years and years" to rebuild.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/national-security-will-be-severely-weakened-in-no-deal-brexit-former-security-chiefs-11616825

Plans to overhaul food allergen labels after teenager's death

The food industry could be forced to label every ingredient under a proposed overhaul of allergen labelling laws.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/food-firms-could-be-forced-to-label-all-ingredients-after-allergy-death-11616928

Remains of famed naval explorer found by HS2 excavators

The remains of a famed Royal Navy explorer have been found by archaeologists at a burial site in Euston, London.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/remains-of-famed-naval-explorer-matthew-flinders-found-by-hs2-excavators-11616934

Hope for rough sleepers as pilot programme begins

Carl Parker spends his nights sleeping in a car park and his days busking on the streets of Birmingham.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/hope-for-rough-sleepers-as-pilot-programme-begins-11616926

Speedboat killer Jack Shepherd to appear in court

Speedboat killer Jack Shepherd is expected to appear in a Georgian court this morning, six months after he fled the UK ahead of his trial for manslaughter.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/speedboat-killer-jack-shepherd-to-appear-in-court-11616935

Nearly half of rail commuters are 'frequently stressed out'

Nearly half of those who commute to work by train are regularly stressed out by their journeys, according to a new survey.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/nearly-half-of-rail-commuters-are-frequently-stressed-out-study-finds-11616714

NFL fans abuse English woman in mistaken identity

An English woman with the same name as an American footballer who cost his team the AFC championship has had angry fans abusing her.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/american-football-fans-abuse-english-woman-with-same-name-as-linebacker-11616856

Loner who idolised Columbine killers convicted of massacre plot

A self-professed white supremacist has been convicted of planning a massacre at a medieval football match in his Cumbrian home town.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/white-supremacist-who-idolised-columbine-killers-convicted-of-plotting-workington-massacre-11616824

Queen in unity call as MPs battle over Brexit

As MPs continue to battle over Brexit, the Queen has extolled the virtues "respecting different points of views" and "coming together to seek out the common ground".

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/queen-calls-for-coming-together-to-seek-out-common-ground-as-mps-battle-over-brexit-11616820

Queen captains WI team to victory in live Pointless game

The Queen has led a team to Pointless victory in a live version of the gameshow hosted at her local Women's Institute.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/queen-captains-wi-team-to-victory-in-live-pointless-game-hosted-by-alexander-armstrong-11616799

Novichok 'hoaxer' on the run over £60,000 drug stash

A drug dealer who "hoaxed" being poisoned with novichok is on the run after being found guilty of conspiracy to supply £60,000 of illegal drugs.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/drug-dealer-who-wrongly-claimed-he-had-been-poisoned-with-novichok-on-the-run-over-16360000-stash-11616736

Russian novichok board game sparks anger in Salisbury

A board game which retraces two Russian assassins' route to Salisbury where they carried out a novichok attack has angered the city's residents.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/russian-novichok-board-game-sparks-anger-in-salisbury-11616727

EHV in Georgia: Two Cases Confirmed in Morgan County

There are two EHV cases—including one EHM case—and three suspect cases at a single Morgan County facility.

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Nantes remembers player who won the city's hearts

The sea of yellow flowers outside Nantes' training ground is growing every hour.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/emiliano-sala-nantes-remembers-player-who-won-the-citys-hearts-11616661

Top ministers pressure PM to rule out 'no-deal' Brexit

Theresa May is under increased pressure to rule out a "no-deal" Brexit from among her top ministers.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/top-government-ministers-pressure-theresa-may-to-rule-out-no-deal-brexit160-11616659

Man accused of crushing toddler 'threatened to make mum disappear'

A man accused of crushing his girlfriend's toddler with a car seat threatened to "make her disappear" if she revealed what happened, jurors have heard.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/man-accused-of-crushing-toddler-alfie-lamb-to-death-threatened-to-make-mum-disappear-11616585

Jaguar Land Rover plants to close for week due to Brexit

Jaguar Land Rover will halt production for a week in April due to potential disruption from Brexit.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/jaguar-land-rover-plants-to-close-for-extra-in-april-due-to-brexit-11616534

Night-vision cameras and drones to stem migrant crossings

Britain will pay for night-vision cameras and drones to be set up on the French coast to help catch migrants crossing the Channel illegally.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/night-vision-cameras-and-drones-pledged-to-stem-migrant-crossings-from-france-11616513

Police hunt man in ski goggles after memorials damaged

A man in ski goggles is being hunted by police after white paint was thrown on a number of memorials around central London.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/police-hunt-man-in-ski-goggles-after-paint-thrown-at-memorials-11616503

Jaguar Land Rover plant to close for extra week due to Brexit

Jaguar Land Rover will halt production for an additional week in April due to potential disruption from Brexit.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/jaguar-land-rover-plant-to-close-for-extra-week-in-april-due-to-brexit-11616534

2019 Kentucky Alfalfa and Stored Forages Conference Scheduled

The 38th Kentucky Alfalfa and Stored Forages Conference will take place Feb. 21 in Lexington.

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Lawyers Appeal Ruling in Horse’s Suit Against Former Owner

Lawyers representing an Oregon horse in a suit against former owner for damages resulting from alleged neglect have filed an appeal in the case after it was dismissed last year.

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Motion Sickness, Trailer Loading Troubles, and Your Horse

Could motion sickness make a horse reluctant to load and cause him to scramble in the trailer? Find out what the research says.

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Charles's health centre funded by Beverly Hills plastic surgeon

A Beverly Hills plastic surgeon has given a financial boost to Prince Charles’s vision for a complementary health centre in a deprived part of Scotland.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/beverly-hills-plastic-surgeon-funds-prince-charless-complementary-health-centre-11616379

Search for missing footballer called off by police

The search for a missing plane carrying Cardiff City footballer Emiliano Sala has been called off by police.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/emiliano-sala-search-for-missing-cardiff-footballer-called-off-by-police-11616452

AERC to Split With USEF

The American Endurance Ride Conference has announced plans to terminate its affiliation with the U.S. Equestrian Federation, effective in December.

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Cricketer to face re-trial on rape charges

A cricketer accused of raping a woman is to face a re-trial, the Crown Prosecution Service (CPS) has said.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/alex-hepburn-former-worcestershire-cricketer-to-face-re-trial-on-rape-charges-11616303

Ford warns hard Brexit will cost it £615m in 2019

A hard Brexit will cost Ford as much as $800m (£614m) this year alone as a result of World Trade Organisation (WTO) tariffs and the weakening pound – one of the biggest individual company hits forecast so far from the UK crashing out of the EU.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/hard-brexit-will-cost-ford-800m-this-year-carmaker-warns-11616204

A Day in the Life of an Equitarian

Learn how veterinarians are helping the working equids of the developing world and their owners. In this article, Dr. Ashleigh Leighton Kornatowski shares a behind-the-scenes look at a typical day on an equitarian trip.

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Ticket site Viagogo told to fix 'serious concerns' or face court action

Ticket resale site Viagogo has been warned to address "serious concerns" about its compliance with a court order secured to protect consumers.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/ticket-site-viagogo-told-to-fix-serious-concerns-or-face-court-action-11616229

Pilot admitted he was 'a bit rusty' before ill-fated flight with footballer

The pilot flying the missing private plane carrying footballer Emiliano Sala told friends he was "a bit rusty" just a day before take-off.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/pilot-of-missing-plane-carrying-emiliano-sala-said-he-was-a-bit-rusty-11616128

'Drunk' Brit loses foot after falling asleep on tracks

A British man had his foot sliced off after apparently falling asleep drunk on a train track, according to French media.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/drunk-briton-loses-foot-after-falling-asleep-on-train-track-in-france-11616183

No new referendum without Corbyn support, MPs admit

Hopes of a referendum on the final terms of Brexit are doomed to fail unless Jeremy Corbyn backs it, senior supporters have admitted.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/no-second-brexit-referendum-without-jeremy-corbyn-support-senior-campaigners-admit-11616151

Scientists use hot water to drill record 2km hole in Antarctic ice sheet

A team of scientists and engineers from the British Antarctic Survey (BAS) have set a record by drilling two kilometres deep through the continent's western ice sheet using hot water.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/scientists-use-hot-water-to-drill-record-2km-hole-in-antarctic-ice-sheet-11616081

Three women killed by crashes involving police cars this week

Three women have died after a series of crashes involving police cars over a 12-hour period.

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Christian Bale: I like confusing people with my British accent

We're less than a month in and 2019 is already shaping up pretty well for Christian Bale.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/christian-bale-im-glad-people-are-surprised-im-british-11616066

Barnier: UK faces 'no-deal' Brexit without 'positive proposals'

The UK will leave the European Union without a deal unless it makes "positive proposals", the bloc's chief negotiator has warned.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/michel-barnier-uk-facing-no-deal-brexit-unless-it-makes-positive-proposals-11615960

'70,000 retail jobs lost' in high street decline

An estimated 70,000 jobs were lost in the retail sector last year as the industry battled a consumer spending slowdown and surging costs.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/high-street-crisis-70000-retail-jobs-lost-in-2018-industry-report-11615939

Former SNP leader Alex Salmond arrested and charged

Former Scottish National Party leader Alex Salmond has been arrested and charged and will appear in court later, say police.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/alex-salmond-former-snp-leader-arrested-and-charged-11616043

Airbus threatens UK departure from Brexit 'disgrace'

The boss of Airbus has warned it could shift wing production from the UK in future in the event of hard Brexit "madness".

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/airbus-threatens-uk-departure-from-brexit-disgrace-11615978

Speedboat killer 'may contest extradition'

British fugitive Jack Shepherd may contest efforts to have him extradited, his lawyer has told Sky News.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/speedboat-killer-jack-shepherd-may-contest-extradition-to-uk-11615976

Extradition process set to begin for speedboat killer

UK authorities are expected to seek the extradition of a British man found guilty of gross negligence manslaughter.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/extradition-process-set-to-begin-for-speedboat-killer-11615908

Plan revealed to fight growing resistance to antibiotics

The UK will cut drug-resistant infections by 10% and reduce human antibiotic use by 15% over the next five years as part of a new strategy to tackle so-called superbugs.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/plan-revealed-to-fight-growing-resistance-to-antibiotics-11615895

Man charged with causing death of PCSO killed in police chase

A man has been charged with causing death by dangerous driving after a police community support officer (PCSO) was killed in a car crash.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/man-in-police-chase-charged-with-causing-death-of-pcso-holly-burke-11615860

'No-deal' Brexit may lead to 'lockdowns', Kent schools told

Schools in Kent have been advised to consider planning for "lockdowns" and "closures" in case of disruption following a "no-deal" Brexit.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/kent-schools-told-to-prepare-for-lockdowns-under-no-deal-brexit-11615788

Thursday's national newspaper front pages

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Eurovision: Which song gets your vote to represent UK?

Six acts have been revealed as the hopefuls to represent the UK at this year's Eurovision Song Contest.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/eurovision-which-song-gets-your-vote-to-represent-uk-11615533

New ARCI Standards Expand Drug Classifications, Stiffen Some Penalties

The Association of Racing Commissioners International added more than 70 substances to Uniform Classification Guidelines for Foreign Substances and increased recommended penalties for clenbuterol and albuterol violations in Quarter Horse racing at the AQHA's request,

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Deaths of up to 250 heart patients to be reviewed

The deaths of up to 250 patients who died after heart surgery at an NHS hospital are set to be reviewed.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/deaths-of-up-to-250-heart-patients-to-be-reviewed-at-nhs-hospital-11615448

Freezing weather to bring more rail delays and school closures

Further snow and ice caused by freezing temperatures are set to cause more rail delays and school closures across the UK.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/freezing-temperatures-to-cause-more-rail-delays-and-school-closures-across-uk-11615596

Speedboat killer hands himself in to police in Georgia

A fugitive who went on the run after was he convicted over the death of a woman on his speedboat has handed himself to police in Georgia.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/speedboat-killer-jack-shepherd-hands-himself-into-police-in-georgia-11615535

Pilot of missing plane carrying Cardiff footballer named

The private pilot flying the plane which has gone missing with footballer Emiliano Sala on board has been named as Dave Ibbotson.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/pilot-of-missing-plane-carrying-cardiff-footballer-named-as-dave-ibbotson-11615510

Ex-Barclays executives in £322m fraud charge

Four former Barclays Bank senior executives have been accused of disguising and hiding a £322m payment to Qatari investors during the 2008 financial crisis.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/ex-barclays-bosses-charged-with-163322m-fraud-by-sfo-11615324

Polish-born MP accused of 'reckless' attempt to block Brexit delay

A Conservative MP has been accused of "colluding with a foreign government to overturn the will of the British parliament".

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/polish-born-mp-accused-of-reckless-attempt-to-block-brexit-delay-11615428

Woman, 26, dies after being hit by police car

A 26-year-old Eritrean refugee has died after being hit by a police car in east London, Scotland Yard has said.

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5 Things to Consider Before Buying a Horse

Purchasing a horse is primarily about risk assessment, which is why prepurchase exams are so important. Here are some things to keep in mind.

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Does My Horse Have Pyramidal Hoof Disease?

Also known as “buttress foot,” this condition primarily affects horses with poor leg conformation in high-impact disciplines. A veterinary podiatry expert explains.

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Corbyn: Theresa May is 'clearly not listening' on Brexit

Jeremy Corbyn has said Theresa May is "clearly not listening" when it comes to Brexit, as the prime minister claimed the Labour leader "hasn't got a clue" as to how he would handle the UK's departure from the European Union.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/jeremy-corbyn-theresa-may-clearly-not-listening-on-brexit-11615368

Love Island star's baby daughter dies at four weeks old

Love Island star Malin Andersson has shared a heartbreaking goodbye message to her baby daughter, who has died at just four-and-a-half weeks old.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/love-island-star-malin-anderssons-baby-daughter-consy-dies-at-just-four-weeks-old-11615299

Martin Lewis settles lawsuit against Facebook over scam ads

Martin Lewis, the founder of MoneySavingExpert.com, has dropped his lawsuit against Facebook for running scam advertisements featuring his name and image.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/martin-lewis-settles-lawsuit-against-facebook-over-scam-ads-11615288

Atrial Fibrillation in Horses has ‘Concerning’ Effects, Researchers Say

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David Beckham buys 10% stake in Salford City

Former England captain David Beckham has bought a 10% stake in Salford City, the non-league club have announced.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/david-beckham-follows-ex-manchester-united-teammates-with-10-salford-city-stake-11615261

Criminals put £25,000 bounty on elite sniffer dog's head

An elite sniffer dog who has tracked down millions of pounds in illegal tobacco has had a £25,000 bounty put on his head by a criminal gang.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/criminals-put-16325000-bounty-on-elite-sniffer-dogs-head-11615188

Santander the latest UK bank to cut branches

Santander UK is to shut 140 branches placing 1,270 jobs at risk - the latest bank to blame changing consumer habits for a wave of closures.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/santander-to-cut-140-uk-branches-placing-1270-jobs-at-risk-11615175

Liam Fox accuses MPs of 'trying to thwart Brexit altogether'

A top cabinet minister has told MPs seeking to delay Britain's departure from the European Union that they should focus their efforts on helping the government get a deal through parliament, rather than "trying to thwart Brexit altogether".

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/fox-claims-mps-seeking-to-extend-article-50-are-trying-to-thwart-brexit-altogether-11615137

Missing plane: Police prioritise theory Sala used life raft

Police searching for the plane carrying footballer Emiliano Sala are prioritising the theory that he and the pilot made it on to a life raft.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/missing-plane-police-prioritise-theory-emiliano-sala-used-life-raft-11615106

Schools closed and flights cancelled as snow falls across UK

Schools have been closed and flights cancelled after snow fell across parts of the UK, with more forecast to arrive on Wednesday.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/uk-weather-schools-closed-and-flights-cancelled-with-more-snow-to-come-11614719

Wetherspoon profits to take £40m hit in run-up to Brexit

JD Wetherspoon has warned its half-year profits will take a hit from at least £40m in additional costs in the run-up to the UK's departure from the EU.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/pub-chain-wetherspoon-warns-of-16340m-cost-hit-as-brexit-looms-11615072

Far from Fawlty: Torquay B&B named best in the world

Based on the exploits of Basil Fawlty and his hapless hotel staff, you would be forgiven for not holding guest accommodation in Torquay in the highest esteem.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/the-25-boutique-bb-in-torquay-named-the-best-in-the-world-by-tripadvisor-11615041

Celebs vow to say when they are being paid to promote brands online

Celebrities including Ellie Goulding, Rita Ora and Michelle Keegan have agreed to change the way they label their social media posts.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/celebs-vow-to-say-when-they-are-being-paid-to-promote-brands-online-11614991

Woman, 21, dies after being hit by police car

A 21-year-old woman has died after being hit by a police car in east London, Scotland Yard has said.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/woman-21-dies-after-being-hit-by-police-car-in-walthamstow-east-london-11615058

Women at the BBC still paid 'far less' than men

The BBC has not done enough to address the problem of women being paid "far less" than men, a new report has said.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/bbc-warned-as-women-still-paid-far-less-than-men-11614967

Shoppers want retailers' excess stock to go to charity

Most Britons would boycott any retailer that threw away surplus stock rather than give it to charity, according to a new survey.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/shoppers-want-retailers-excess-stock-to-go-to-charity-not-landfill-11614972

Kit Harington: I'd like a party for Game Of Thrones finale

Game Of Thrones star Kit Harington has told Sky News he is considering throwing a party to watch as the epic series comes to an end.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/kit-harington-id-like-to-throw-game-of-thrones-party-for-last-ever-episode-11614699

No Deal Brexit warning for life-saving medicines

Maintaining medicine stockpiles in the event of a no-deal Brexit will depend on the Government securing priority shipping routes through a number of alternative ports to Dover, the UK’s largest supplier of insulin has told Sky News.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/new-shipping-routes-needed-for-no-deal-brexit-medicine-supplies-11614963

Massive increase in web pages of child abuse being identified

More than 100,000 web pages of children being abused were removed from the internet last year, up a third on 2017, thanks to the work of a UK charity.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/massive-increase-in-web-pages-of-child-abuse-being-identified-and-removed-from-the-internet-11614968

Brexit became inevitable while we were all looking the other way

When historians come to write the story of Brexit, where will their account begin?

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/brexit-became-inevitable-while-we-were-all-looking-the-other-way-11614522

Alive and a threat: 200 British jihadists might come home

As many as 200 British jihadists, who fought alongside ISIS in Syria, are still believed to be alive and would pose a very significant threat if they ever returned home, according to the UK's most senior counter terror police officer.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/alive-and-a-threat-200-british-jihadists-might-come-home-11614809

Teen among UK's first to have proton-beam therapy

A teenager from Sussex with a rare brain tumour today becomes one of the first patients at the UK's brand new NHS Proton Beam Therapy Centre.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/teen-among-uks-first-to-have-proton-beam-therapy-for-brain-tumour-11614801

Brexit isn't just a crisis, it's far more than that

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/brexit-isnt-just-a-crisis-its-far-more-than-that-11614976

Ant and Dec win presenter award despite Ant's rehab break

Ant and Dec have won the best presenter gong at the National Television Awards despite not appearing on television together in 10 months.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/national-television-awards-ant-and-dec-win-best-presenter-gong-despite-ants-rehab-break-11614912

Wednesday's national newspaper front pages

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/wednesdays-national-newspaper-front-pages-11614925

Dad 'plotted acid attack on three-year-old son'

A three-year-old boy was hit in the face with acid in an attack organised by his father, a court has heard.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/father-denies-plotting-acid-attack-on-three-year-old-son-in-custody-row-11614871

Javid makes 'personal commitment' to ensure speedboat killer capture

The father of a woman who died in a speedboat crash said the home secretary has made a "personal commitment" to ensure her fugitive killer is arrested.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/savid-javid-makes-personal-commitment-to-ensure-speedboat-killer-is-caught-11614839

Paint attacks on five memorials are linked - police

Police are linking the vandalism of the Bomber Command Memorial to similar paint attacks on four other memorials and statues around London.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/paint-attacks-on-five-london-memorials-are-linked-police-say-11614817

James Bulger's mother 'disgusted' over film's Oscar nomination

James Bulger's mother is "disgusted and upset" after a film about her son's death was nominated for an Oscar.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/james-bulgers-mother-disgusted-after-film-about-toddlers-murder-nominated-for-oscar-11614831

Patisserie Valerie collapses into administration

Patisserie Valerie has collapsed into administration, putting up to 3,000 jobs at risk, after it was unable to extend its bank facilities amid allegations of fraud.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/bakery-chain-patisserie-valerie-collapses-into-administration-11614744

No-deal' Brexit means hard Irish border, says EU

The EU believes a hard border on the island of Ireland is an "obvious" result of a "no-deal" Brexit  - as signs of a split with Dublin emerged over the issue.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/eu-says-hard-irish-border-obvious-under-no-deal-brexit-as-split-emerges-with-dublin-11614837

Brexit backer Dyson moves head office to Singapore

Brexit-backing businessman Sir James Dyson is to relocate the head office and tax base of the design and technology firm he founded from the UK to Singapore.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/brexit-backer-dyson-moves-head-office-from-uk-to-singapore-11614700

Flights cancelled as snow falls across UK

Hundreds of passengers face delays after flights were cancelled at Manchester Airport following snowfall.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/flights-cancelled-and-ice-warnings-as-snow-falls-across-uk-11614719

Higher security threat under 'no-deal' Brexit - Border Force

Border Force planning for a possible "no-deal" Brexit warns the government of "significant outbound queues" at the Eurostar and a "degradation of border security".

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/degradation-of-border-security-under-no-deal-brexit-warns-uk-border-force-11614725

PIgeon droppings contributed to child's death at hospital

A fungal infection linked to pigeon droppings was a "contributing factor" in the death of a child at a Glasgow hospital.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/childs-death-at-glasgow-hospital-linked-to-pigeon-droppings-infection-11614727

Mum died from fat clot during bum lift surgery

A mother-of-three who travelled to Turkey for a "Brazilian butt lift" died from a fat clot caused by the procedure, an inquest has heard.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/mother-leah-cambridge-died-from-fat-clot-caused-by-brazilian-butt-lift-inquest-hears-11614650

Brexit backer Dyson moves head office to Singapore

Brexit-backing businessman Sir James Dyson is to relocate the Dyson head office and tax base from the UK to Singapore.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/brexit-backer-dyson-moves-head-office-to-singapore-11614700

Oscars 2019: Roma and The Favourite lead nominations

Regal comedy drama The Favourite and black-and-white epic Roma are the Oscars frontrunners after receiving 10 nods each, with several other nominees also making Academy Awards history.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/oscars-2019-roma-and-the-favourite-lead-the-way-with-10-nominations-each-11614623

Deworming Broodmares Near Foaling

A reader's mare is due to foal in March. Should the mare be dewormed again before she foals? An equine reproduction specialist responds.

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MPs warned EU would want 'clarity' before delaying Brexit

MPs seeking to delay Brexit have been warned by a government minister that the European Union may not necessarily agree to it.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/eu-would-want-clarity-before-delaying-brexit-minister-warns-mps-11614443

What is Equine Coronavirus?

Learn about this highly contagious virus, how it spreads between horses, why it’s important to diagnose, ways to minimize chances of infection, and how to diagnose and treat the disease.

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EHV in Indiana: Case Confirmed in Elkhart County

The affected horse became ill on Jan. 5, was treated Jan. 6, and was euthanized later that day.

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Vaccinating Pregnant Mares

Learn about what vaccines a broodmare should receive during gestation and why vaccinating mares is important for their foals from equine repro expert Dr. Ryan Ferris.

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Back Pain in Horses: Then and Now

A recent comparison of diagnosis and treatment of back pain in horses a decade apart has highlighted the way riders and veterinarians alike have evolved in their awareness and management of this condition.

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Nuclear-powered Royal Navy submarine in 'near-miss' with ferry

A nuclear-powered Royal Navy submarine has been involved in a near-miss with a ferry in the Irish Sea.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/nuclear-powered-royal-navy-submarine-in-near-miss-with-ferry-11614495

Renowned chef Andrew Fairlie dies from brain tumour

Renowned chef Andrew Fairlie has died after a long battle with a brain tumour.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/andrew-fairlie-renowned-gleneagles-chef-dies-from-brain-tumour-aged-55-11614414

Price's call over online abuse backed by MPs

Katie Price has won the backing of MPs who have agreed that laws governing online abuse of disabled people are "not fit for purpose".

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/katie-prices-call-over-online-abuse-of-disabled-people-backed-by-mps-11614338