Monday, 31 October 2016

One man dead in Croydon 'multiple stabbings'

A man has died and three others have been injured after reports of multiple stabbings in Croydon on Halloween night.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/man-killed-in-croydon-halloween-night-multiple-stabbings-10640402

What happens to Barack Obama's @Potus Twitter handle when he leaves White House?



from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2016/11/01/what-happens-to-barack-obamas-potus-twitter-handle-when-he-leave/

Bikers bring 'utter chaos' to busy Leeds street

A busy street in Leeds had to be closed after more than 50 bikers began riding up and down on Monday night in an event reportedly planned on social media.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/dozens-of-bikers-bring-utter-chaos-to-busy-leeds-street-10640400

Irish border to top agenda at Brexit summit

Ireland's Prime Minister will today host an unprecedented cross-border summit to address fears about the impact of Brexit on travel, trade, the economy and security.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/irish-border-to-top-agenda-at-brexit-summit-10640328

Nursery teacher shortage curbs kids' development

Half of children aged three and four are attending nurseries without qualified teachers, a charity has warned.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/over-280000-kids-at-nursery-with-no-qualified-teacher-10640382

UK will 'relentlessly pursue' cyber attackers

The UK will defend itself in cyberspace and "strike back" against those who try to harm the country, Chancellor Philip Hammond will say today as he announces a new national cyber security strategy.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/uk-pledges-to-relentlessly-pursue-cyber-attackers-10640265

To secure our sovereignty we need to bolster our cyber defences 



from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2016/11/01/to-secure-our-sovereignty-we-need-to-bolster-our-cyber-defences/

MPs fail to bar Vaz from Commons justice role

Disgraced MP Keith Vaz has survived a move by Conservative MPs to block his bid to join the Commons committee which oversees courts and the legal system.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/mps-fail-to-bar-keith-vaz-from-commons-justice-role-10640330

Tuesday's national newspaper front pages

THE PAPERS' TOP STORIES

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/tuesdays-national-newspaper-front-pages-10640257

Your Horse Spooked at What?

What spooks your horse? Here are some horses' scariest encounters, as told by our readers.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/38359

Fears terrorists could get criminals' weapons

Terrorists could get powerful guns from criminal gangs in their continuing ambition to launch a wave of attacks on the UK, police have warned.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/terrorists-may-get-hold-of-criminals-weapons-police-warn-10640134

Cliff: I'm back and it's a wonderful feeling

Sir Cliff Richard has said his faith is stronger than ever as spoke to Sky News in his first TV interview since a police investigation into historical sex allegations.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/sir-cliff-richard-im-back-and-its-a-wonderful-feeling-10640100

Anger as Orgreave clashes inquiry ruled out

The decision not to hold a statutory inquiry into notorious clashes between police and miners at Orgreave in 1984 has been met with anger.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/orgreave-clashes-anger-as-home-secretary-rules-out-inquiry-10639886

Cliff: I'm back and it's a wonderful feeling

Sir Cliff Richard has told Sky News in his first TV interview since a police investigation that his faith is stronger than ever.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/sir-cliff-im-back-and-its-a-wonderful-feeling-after-difficult-year-10640100

Carney extends term to help 'orderly' Brexit

Bank of England governor Mark Carney is to extend his term by one year to help secure an "orderly" exit from Europe.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/carney-to-extend-term-as-boe-governor-to-help-an-orderly-brexit-10640080

Drug Metabolism in the Horse

Learn about applications of therapeutic and regulatory medicine in performance horses. Presented by Jennifer Davis, DVM, PhD, Dipl. ACVIM, ACVP, associate professor of equine internal medicine/clinical pharmacology at North Carolina State University.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/38363

Warning as hundreds of jailed terrorists freed

The vast majority of convicted terrorists jailed over the past 15 years are now back on Britain's streets, a Sky News investigation has discovered.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/warning-as-hundreds-of-jailed-terrorists-back-on-uk-streets-10639848

Processed Horse Feeds: A Balance of Pros and Cons

Human nutritionists encourage eating whole foods and avoiding processed ones. Does the same logic apply to our horses?

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/38360

Drivers: Watch for Wild Horses, Burros During Low Visibility

Wild horses and burros wandering into the road can create safety hazards as daylight saving time comes to an end.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/38358

Vermont Horse Shooter Arrested, Charged

Quinton Clayton is facing multiple charges for allegedly shooting and killing a Quarter Horse with a bow and arrow.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/38357

No inquiry or review into Orgreave clashes

There will be no statutory inquiry or independent review into the notorious clashes between police and miners at Orgreave in 1984.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/no-inquiry-or-review-into-orgreave-clashes-home-secretary-says-10639886

Businesses told to prepare for 12-sided pound

Firms are being told to get ready for the new 12-sided pound coin, which comes into circulation next March.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/businesses-told-to-prepare-for-new-12-sided-pound-coin-10639831

Necropsies Teaching About Catastrophic Racehorse Injuries

While there’s still much work to be done, researchers are making steady progress toward understanding catastrophic fractures and, ultimately, how to prevent them.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/38356

Twitter users baffled as usernames disappear from replies



from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2016/10/31/twitter-users-baffled-as-usernames-disappear-from-replies/

PM backs Mark Carney staying as BoE governor

Theresa May supports Mark Carney staying as the governor of the Bank of England, her spokeswoman has said.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/theresa-may-backs-mark-carney-staying-as-bank-of-england-governor-10639715

Driver jailed for killing family while on phone

A lorry driver has been jailed for 10 years for killing a mother and three children while looking at his mobile phone on the A34.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/a34-crash-lorry-driver-jailed-for-killing-family-while-on-phone-10639721

Black Friday 2016: 15 ways to avoid being hacked online



from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2016/05/29/how-to-stay-safe-online-ways-to-avoid-being-hacked/

Apple drops iconic Mac startup sound from new MacBook Pro



from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2016/10/31/apple-drops-iconic-mac-startup-sound-from-new-macbook-pro/

Men like Anthony Weiner get their kicks online, but don't know how to treat a real life female



from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2016/10/31/men-like-anthony-weiner-get-their-kicks-online-but-dont-know-how/

Man jailed for 19 years over 'perfect murder'

A man who claimed he had committed the "perfect murder" has been jailed for more than 19 years.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/ronnie-coulter-jailed-for-19-years-over-perfect-murder-of-waiter-in-1998-10639636

Heathrow begins spending on building third runway

Investment in the expansion of Heathrow airport has already started - just days after the Government backed plans for a third runway.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/heathrow-begins-spending-on-building-third-runway-10639614

'Joint enterprise' murder convictions upheld

Senior judges have refused to overturn convictions in the first test case against "joint enterprise" guilty verdicts.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/judges-refuse-to-overturn-joint-enterprise-murder-convictions-10639635

Raheem Kassam pulls out of UKIP leadership race

Raheem Kassam, a former aide to Nigel Farage, has dropped out of the race to become the next leader of UKIP.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/former-farage-aide-raheem-kassam-pulls-out-of-ukip-leadership-race-10639592

Sir Cliff back on TV after sex case dropped

Sir Cliff Richard is to make his first major TV appearance since an investigation into child sex allegations was dropped.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/sir-cliff-richard-makes-tv-comeback-after-sex-abuse-investigation-dropped-10639554

Ad giant reports signs of 'Brexit anxiety'

The world's largest advertising company has reported a slowdown in sales in the UK amid the first signs of what it calls "Brexit anxiety".

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/wpp-reports-advertising-slowdown-in-uk-amid-signs-of-brexit-anxiety-10639556

Raheem Kassam pulls out of UKIP leadership race

Raheem Kassam, a former aide to Nigel Farage, has dropped out of the race to become the next leader of UKIP.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/raheem-kassam-pulls-out-of-ukip-leadership-race-10639592

Driverless cars to be unmarked to stop motorists bullying them 



from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2016/10/31/driverless-cars-to-be-unmarked-to-stop-motorists-bullying-them/

Boy killed and woman injured in house fire

An eight-year-old boy has died after getting trapped in a house fire in Cheshire.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/boy-killed-and-woman-injured-in-house-fire-in-sandbach-cheshire-10639510

Sunday, 30 October 2016

The science behind how a mobile phone works



from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/0/the-science-behind-how-a-mobile-phone-works/

Britain's most watched TV show ever revealed

Britain's most-watched programmes of the last 80 years have been revealed, with one show in particular featuring a "cushti" four times in the top 20.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/britains-most-watched-tv-show-of-last-80-years-revealed-10639498

Public urged to report witches' marks on buildings

The public is being asked to report strange carvings known as "witches' marks" to create an England-wide record.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/public-urged-to-report-witches-marks-on-buildings-10639488

Carney 'to remain in post' for eight years

Mark Carney is reportedly ready to serve his full eight-year term as Bank of England governor despite demands from pro-Brexit campaigners for his resignation.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/mark-carney-to-remain-in-post-for-eight-years-10639486

Thousands of postal workers staging walkout

Thousands of Post Office workers are to walk off the job today in a dispute over jobs, pensions and branch closures.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/thousands-of-postal-workers-staging-walkout-10639474

Government's NHS funding claims 'incorrect'

The Government's claim that it is investing billions more in the NHS are "incorrect", a group of top MPs has claimed.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/governments-nhs-funding-claims-not-true-mps-10639449

New crime fighting tool 'as significant as DNA'

A pioneering police force is laser scanning crime scenes to build a hyper-realistic virtual world they can continue to investigate long after the real location has been cleaned.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/3d-crime-scene-replica-tool-as-significant-as-dna-10639412

Monday's national newspaper front pages

THE PAPERS' TOP STORIES

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/mondays-national-newspaper-front-pages-10639348

Lib Dems confirm candidate to fight Goldsmith

The Liberal Democrats have confirmed Sarah Olney is the party's candidate to face former Tory MP Zac Goldsmith in the forthcoming by-election.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/sarah-olney-to-take-on-zac-goldsmith-in-richmond-park-by-election-10638867

Orgreave: families demand full investigation

Families of those caught up in a 1984 miners' strike clash with police are demanding a full investigation into allegations of brutality.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/orgreave-families-demand-full-investigation-into-1984-clash-10638828

'Chaos' as all Asda stores hit by card glitch

Long queues have formed at Asda check-outs after customers were unable to pay with their cards in a nationwide problem.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/asda-customers-unable-to-pay-as-card-fiasco-hits-all-stores-10638640

Registration Open for Equine Reproductive Diseases Symposium

The Reproductive Diseases in Horses Symposium will take place Nov. 19 in Lexington, Kentucky.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/38335

Card 'fiasco' as Asda customers unable to pay

Long queues have formed at some Asda stores after customers were unable to pay with their cards - in what has been described as a "fiasco".

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/card-fiasco-as-asda-customers-unable-to-pay-10638640

Nissan deal followed UK vow to fight on tariffs

Nissan confirmed a major investment in its Sunderland site after assurances the Government was committed to securing continued tariff-free access to EU markets, the Business Secretary has said.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/nissan-deal-followed-uks-vow-to-fight-for-tariff-free-eu-trade-10638451

Research on Streptococcus in Horses Reviewed

Despite their similar names and origins, decades of observation and research have shown that S. equi and S. zooepidemicus behave very differently.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/38346

Peerage will 'never happen' says Farage

Nigel Farage has rejected suggestions he could be in line for a peerage, telling Sky News: "It will never happen."

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/farage-dismisses-peerage-claims-saying-it-will-never-happen-10638240

Saturday, 29 October 2016

Brexit has been 'good for business' in Blackpool

Along the windswept beach in Blackpool business is booming.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/brexit-has-been-good-for-business-in-blackpool-10638253

New wave of prefabs to tackle housing crisis

Ministers are planning a new wave of prefabricated homes in a drive to solve Britain's housing crisis.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/new-wave-of-prefabs-to-tackle-housing-crisis-10638268

Govt to overhaul 'cruel' disability benefits

The Government is planning a major overhaul of disability benefits assessment - a system that has been described by critics as "cruel".

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/government-to-overhaul-cruel-disability-benefits-system-10638235

Lord Farage? UKIP leader 'could get peerage'

Nigel Farage could be in line for a peerage if UKIP is offered seats in the House of Lords.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/lord-farage-ukip-leader-nigel-farage-could-get-peerage-10638240

Labour MP delivers his own baby daughter

A Labour MP has revealed he was forced to deliver his own daughter on his living room floor after his wife gave birth more quickly than expected.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/labour-mp-delivers-his-own-baby-daughter-on-living-room-floor-10638178

Sunday's national newspaper front pages

THE PAPERS' TOP STORIES

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/sundays-national-newspaper-front-pages-10638044

Two children killed in arson attack identified

Two children who died after a suspected arson attack at their home in Birmingham have been identified by police.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/brother-and-sister-killed-in-suspected-arson-attack-named-by-police-10637283

Labour MP demands answers on Nissan deal

Labour MP Chuka Umunna has demanded answers over the Government deal with Nissan.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/labour-mp-chuka-umunna-demands-answers-about-nissan-deal-10637118

Keeping Horses Safe from Toxic Plants

Ensure your pastures are clear of plants that can be toxic to horses.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/38353

Disputed Matisse painting 'not Nazi looted art'

The National Gallery insists the Henri Matisse masterpiece Portrait of Greta Moll, which is at the centre of an ownership row, is not Nazi looted art.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/disputed-matisse-work-the-portrait-of-greta-moll-not-nazi-looted-art-10636710

Help find him, says sister of missing student

The sister of a French student missing in Edinburgh has appealed to volunteers to help join in the search for him.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/help-find-him-says-sister-of-missing-french-student-10636514

End all-white boards by 2021, top bosses told

Britain's leading public companies should have at least one non-white director by 2021, a Government-backed report will demand next week.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/blue-chip-boards-set-2021-target-for-ending-all-white-status-10636557

Footage shows fire damage to 'oldest hotel'

Drone footage has revealed the extent of the damage done to England's "oldest hotel"..

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/drone-footage-shows-fire-damage-to-oldest-hotel-10636468

The Grass Guides: Timothy

Timothy is a good perennial grass that can survive harsh winters and wet soils better than most cool-season grasses.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/38333

The M25 reaches 30 with… another jam

The M25 has reached its 30th birthday in a manner many of its regular users will surely find fitting: with long delays.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/the-m25-is-30-years-old-marking-the-anniversary-with-another-jam-10636350

Friday, 28 October 2016

Britain falling behind mobile coverage targets

Britain's mobile phone users are suffering an "unacceptable" level of signal coverage, despite billions of pounds spent trying to improve the network.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/britain-falling-behind-mobile-phone-coverage-targets-10636290

Pothole peril: Repair backlog will take 14 years

It will take 14 years and £12bn to fix the millions of potholes on the roads of England and Wales, councils have warned.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/pothole-peril-england-and-wales-repair-backlog-to-take-14-years-10636289

Teenager stabbed to death at birthday party

A teenager was stabbed to death at an 18th birthday party in northeast London - on the night he turned 19 himself.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/teenager-stabbed-to-death-at-london-birthday-party-10636241

Saturday's national newspaper front pages

THE PAPERS' TOP STORIES

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/saturdays-national-newspaper-front-pages-10636194

Barrister disbarred for anti-Jewish tweets

A barrister who posted what were described as "seriously offensive" tweets about Muslims and Jews has been disbarred.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/barrister-ian-millard-disbarred-for-offensive-anti-jewish-tweets-10635920

UK nets Brexit warning from ratings agency

Standard & Poor's (S&P) has listed a number of factors, including the possible threat of the pound losing its reserve currency status, that could lead it to a further downgrade of the UK's sovereign credit rating.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/uk-handed-brexit-downgrade-warning-by-ratings-agency-sp-10635928

Lottery suspends apps after software glitch

The National Lottery has suspended its apps after a glitch meant players may have been mistakenly told to bin winning tickets.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/lottery-suspends-apps-after-winning-tickets-may-have-been-binned-10635980

Will Uber row slow the smartphone revolution?

Uber likes a fight - ask its competitors, as well as various law courts around the world.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/will-uber-row-slow-the-smartphone-revolution-10635923

duPont Scott Equine Medical Center Gets High-Def CT Scanner

The new unit allows veterinarians to perform high-definition CT scans on standing or recumbent (lying down) horses.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/38352

How do Apple's MacBook Pro and Microsoft's Surface Book i7 compare? 



from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2016/10/28/how-do-apples-macbook-pro-and-microsofts-surface-book-i7-compare/

'Marmite-gate' returns: Morrisons hikes price

Morrisons has started charging more for a jar of Marmite - weeks after a price row broke out between the spread's maker and rival supermarket Tesco.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/morrisons-hikes-price-of-marmite-weeks-after-tesco-price-row-with-unilever-10635718

British mum dies in 'freak' air balloon crash

A British mother-of-two has been killed in a hot air balloon crash after what has been described as a “freak” change in weather conditions.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/british-mother-dies-in-freak-hot-air-balloon-crash-in-south-africa-10635286

UK Graduate Student Spotlight: Ashley Wagner-Wells

Ashley Wagner-Wells' research focused on equine protein metabolism and skeletal muscle physiology.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/38332

At least 10 terrorist attacks foiled over two years

New figures released by the police have revealed that at least 10 UK terrorist attacks have been foiled in the last two years.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/police-foil-at-least-10-uk-terrorist-attacks-over-last-two-years-10635443

Dad found injured after children die in fire

The father of two children who died in a house fire in Birmingham has suffered life-threatening injuries in a car fire - as police launch a criminal investigation.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/father-found-injured-after-children-die-in-house-fire-in-birmingham-10635208

Drivers win landmark tribunal case against Uber

Two drivers have won a landmark tribunal case against Uber over workers' rights.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/uber-drivers-should-get-holiday-pay-and-minimum-wage-tribunal-rules-10635490

Fathers urged to talk mental health with sons

A poll has found half of 16 to 18-year-old boys "would not talk to their fathers about mental health".

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/half-of-teenage-boys-would-not-talk-to-fathers-about-mental-health-10635404

AVA Welcomes Hendra Vaccine Recommendations

The Queensland, Australia, parliament has determined that the Hendra vaccine is safe and effective.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/38355

Drivers win tribunal case against Uber

Two drivers have won a landmark tribunal case against Uber over workers' rights.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/drivers-win-tribunal-case-against-uber-10635490

When do the clocks go back in the UK - and why do we have Daylight Saving Time?



from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/0/when-do-the-clocks-go-back-in-the-uk---and-why-do-we-have-daylig/

Man stabbed 'after confronting clown mask girl'

A man has been treated in hospital after being stabbed following a confrontation with a young girl wearing a clown mask in Portsmouth.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/man-stabbed-after-confronting-girl-in-clown-mask-in-portsmouth-10635418

Facebook told to stop collecting WhatsApp data in Europe 



from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2016/10/28/facebook-told-to-stop-collecting-whatsapp-data-in-europe/

Bond star Harris to receive top UK film award

James Bond star Naomie Harris is to receive the Variety Award at the forthcoming British Independent Film Awards for her contribution to the British film industry.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/bond-star-naomie-harris-to-receive-variety-award-for-contribution-to-uk-film-10635229

Winter Horse Pasture and Paddock Management

Protecting your horse's turnout now can help ensure green pastures later.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/38341

Uber awaits 'major' tribunal decision over drivers' working rights  



from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2016/10/28/uber-awaits-major-tribunal-decision-over-drivers-working-rights/

Government stands firm amid Nissan deal row

The Government has insisted it was "convincing rather than compensation" that persuaded Nissan to boost production at its Sunderland plant.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/convincing-rather-than-compensation-secured-nissan-deal-10635224

Britons are worst sleepers in world, study

Britons are the worst sleepers in the world, according to a study.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/health-study-finds-brits-are-the-worst-sleepers-10635198

Royal Navy chopper revamped into holiday home

A former Royal Navy search-and-rescue helicopter has been renovated into a holiday home.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/royal-navy-helicopter-revamped-into-holiday-home-for-six-10635100

Boy and girl die at home in Birmingham

Detectives have launched a criminal investigation after the deaths of a boy and a girl at a house in Birmingham.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/boy-and-girl-die-at-home-in-birmingham-10635208

High Court rejects legal challenge to Brexit

Northern Ireland's High Court has dismissed the first legal challenge to Brexit.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/northern-ireland-high-court-rejects-legal-challenge-to-brexit-10635171

'No weekend effect' at major trauma centres

There is no evidence of higher death rates for patients who are treated for major trauma at specialist units at weekends, a study has found.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/no-evidence-of-weekend-effect-at-major-trauma-centres-study-10634988

Apple hikes MacBook and iMac prices by 20pc in response to Brexit vote



from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2016/10/28/apple-hikes-macbook-and-imac-prices-by-20pc-in-response-to-brexi/

Blair: Staying in EU must remain an option

Staying in the European Union must remain an option as the "catastrophic" realities of cutting ties with Brussels take hold, Tony Blair has said.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/tony-blair-says-staying-in-the-eu-must-remain-an-option-10635068

Boy, 13, found dead in Doncaster shed fire

The body of a 13-year-old boy has been found inside a burnt out garden shed in Doncaster.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/boy-13-found-dead-in-doncaster-shed-fire-10635028

Thursday, 27 October 2016

Northern Ireland to deliver Brexit judgement

Northern Ireland's High Court will deliver judgment today in the first legal challenge to the EU referendum result.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/northern-ireland-to-deliver-ruling-over-brexit-challenge-10634792

Crucial ruling on rights for Uber drivers looms

An employment tribunal in London will today make a landmark ruling that could set a precedent for the UK's so-called gig economy.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/landmark-ruling-looms-on-basic-workers-rights-for-uber-drivers-10634828

Male contraceptive jab 96% effective in trial

An injected male contraceptive which lowers sperm counts to prevent unplanned pregnancies was effective for 96% of couples during a year-long trial.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/male-contraceptive-jab-96-effective-in-trial-and-increases-libido-10634813

NHS to miss target for charging 'health tourists'

The NHS is on course to miss its target to recoup £500m every year spent treating migrant patients.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/nhs-failing-to-hit-target-for-charging-health-tourists-10634829

Friday's national newspaper front pages

THE PAPERS' TOP STORIES

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/fridays-national-newspaper-front-pages-10634787

Pebble found in sand 'is pickled dinosaur brain'

A brown pebble discovered on a beach more a decade ago is actually the world's first known example of a fossilised dinosaur brain, scientists have confirmed.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/brown-pebble-found-on-beach-is-first-known-dinosaur-brain-fossil-10634772

MacBook Pro: The best alternatives to Apple's new laptop 



from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2016/10/27/macbook-pro-the-best-alternatives-to-apples-new-laptop/

Lib Dem Peer quits over anti-Semitic row

The Lib Dems have suffered an embarrassment ahead of the Richmond Park by-election, with the seat's former Lib Dem MP quitting the party.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/baroness-tonge-resigns-from-the-liberal-democrats-in-anti-semitic-row-10634539

Apple MacBook Pro 2016: release date, UK price and best new features



from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2016/10/27/apple-macbook-pro-2016-release-date-uk-price-and-best-new-featur/

Two Very Different Racehorses

Stephanie shares the stories of two off-track Thoroughbreds in her life. Who is your favorite OTTB, and why? If the horse is/was yours, what have you done together?

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/38354

Racial bias in police stop and search increases

Black people are more than six times likelier than white people to be stopped and searched by police - with the gap widening over the past 12 months.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/racial-bias-in-police-stop-and-search-increases-10634580

Twitter to close video social network Vine



from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2016/10/27/twitter-to-close-video-social-network-vine/

Baroness Tonge quits Lib Dems after suspension

Baroness Tonge has resigned from the Liberal Democrats after she chaired a meeting in Parliament where anti-Semitic remarks were made.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/baroness-tonge-resigns-from-the-liberal-democrats-following-suspension-10634539

Making it Legal: Equine Lease, Sales, and Boarding Contracts

Getting any horse agreement in writing can help you avoid a trip to court. Here's what you should know.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/38331

Paralysed patients face treatment delays

Paralysed patients are being left on inappropriate hospital wards for up to nine months because of a lack of beds in specialist units.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/paralysed-patients-face-treatment-delays-because-of-lack-of-beds-10634359

Apple MacBook Pro 2016: New laptop launch live 



from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2016/10/27/apple-macbook-pro-2016-new-laptop-launch-live/

Ex-serviceman tried to burgle Rooney's house

An ex-servicemen has admitted trying to burgle Wayne Rooney’s house as the Manchester United striker played in his testimonial match at Old Trafford.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/ex-serviceman-admits-trying-to-burgle-wayne-rooneys-house-10634335

Husband shot dead wife and daughter as 'revenge'

A "cold, calculated and scheming man" killed his wife and daughter before turning the gun on himself, an inquest has heard.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/lance-hart-shot-dead-wife-and-daughter-as-revenge-inquest-hears-10634207

UKIP backs Goldsmith to block Lib Dem win

UKIP has backed Zac Goldsmith in the Richmond Park by-election, agreeing not to field a candidate against him.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/ukip-backs-goldsmith-to-block-lib-dem-win-10634260

Sun journalist wins appeal over conviction

The only journalist with an outstanding conviction after a controversial investigation into payments to public officials has won an appeal against his conviction.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/sun-journalist-anthony-france-has-payments-conviction-quashed-10634053

Apple Macbook Pro 2016 launch: release date, UK price and best new features



from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2016/10/27/apple-macbook-pro-2016-launch-release-date-uk-price-and-best-new/

Yoho Urges Soring Rule Approval Before Administration Change

Representative Ted Yoho (R-FL) is the primary sponsor of the Prevent All Soring Tactics (PAST) Act in the current Congress.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/38350

Equine Guelph Conducting Ontario Racing Industry Survey

The survey is focused on racehorse health and well-being to direct future research and programs for the industry.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/38349

Corbyn: curriculum should include LGBT 'heroes'

A gay history month in schools could be introduced as part of changes to the national curriculum, Jeremy Corbyn has said.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/corbyn-pledges-to-create-lgbt-history-month-for-new-curriculum-10633999

BLM to Gather Horses at Owyhee Complex Starting Nov. 1

The BLM will gather horses from the Owyhee, Little Owyhee, and Rock Creek herd management areas.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/38348

Making Winter Manageable on the Farm

Don't wait for the first snowflakes to prepare your horse property for the cold, dark, and wet months ahead.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/30980

Twitter to cut workforce by 9pc as it reports more heavy losses



from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2016/10/27/twitter-to-cut-workforce-by-9pc-as-it-reports-more-heavy-losses/

Item found on Tube was 'viable explosive device'

A 19-year-old student charged in connection with the discovery of a "viable explosive device" on a London Tube train has appeared in court.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/item-found-on-london-tube-train-was-viable-explosive-device-10634048

Samsung profits slump 30pc in wake of Galaxy Note 7 debacle



from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2016/10/27/samsung-profits-slump-30pc-in-wake-of-galaxy-note-7-debacle/

Bake Off winner talks future after triumph

The Great British Bake Off winner says she's waiting to see what comes her way now the show is over - but she's open to offers.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/bake-off-winner-candice-brown-talks-about-future-after-triumph-10633986

Nissan to build new car model in Sunderland

Japanese carmaker Nissan will build its new Qashqai model in Sunderland, providing a major boost to the economy post Brexit.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/nissan-to-build-new-car-model-in-sunderland-10633979

Nissan opts to build new car model in Sunderland

Japanese carmaker Nissan will build its new Qashqai model in Sunderland, providing a major boost to the economy post Brexit.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/nissan-opts-to-build-new-car-model-in-sunderland-10633979

Gove: It was a mistake to run for Prime Minister

Michael Gove has told Sky News it "was a mistake" for him to run for Prime Minister after dropping his backing for Boris Johnson.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/michael-gove-it-was-a-mistake-to-run-for-prime-minister-10633877

'Devastating' photo of stabbing victim released

The heartbroken parents of a teenager left in a critical condition after being stabbed have released a photo of him in intensive care to show the "devastating" impact of knife crime.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/mother-of-teen-injured-in-clapham-stabbing-appeals-for-witnesses-10633799

Barclays sets aside extra £600m for PPI claims

Barclays has set aside another £600m to meet compensation claims for the mis-selling of payment protection insurance (PPI) in its third quarter.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/barclays-sets-aside-another-163600m-to-cover-ppi-claims-10633800

Gerrard cousin on 'Most Wanted' list hands himself in

A relative of former England football star Steven Gerrard, who was on a "Most Wanted" list, has given himself up.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/steven-gerrards-cousin-robert-on-most-wanted-list-hands-himself-in-10633859

UK economy grows 0.5% since Brexit vote

The UK economy grew by 0.5% in the three months after the Brexit vote, the Office of National Statistics has said.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/uk-economy-grows-05-in-three-months-after-brexit-vote-10633887

Wednesday, 26 October 2016

GDP figures to show impact of Brexit vote

Third quarter GDP figures due out later are expected to show the UK has managed to avoid a major economic slowdown following the Brexit vote.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/gdp-figures-to-show-impact-of-brexit-vote-10633746

Benefit cuts linked to rise in food bank use

There is a strong link between increased benefits sanctions and a rise in food bank use, according to a new report.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/increase-in-benefit-cuts-linked-to-rise-in-numbers-using-food-banks-10633700

CBI seeks £6bn investment boost from Hammond

The CBI has published a wish-list of actions it hopes the Chancellor will follow as he makes his first Autumn Statement next month.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/autumn-statement-cbi-seeks-1636bn-hammond-investment-boost-10633146

UKIP MEP hits back over Woolfe fight claims

UKIP's Mike Hookem has again denied claims that he punched fellow MEP Steven Woolfe in the face and pushed him to the floor.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/ukip-mep-mike-hookem-hits-back-over-woolfe-fight-claims-10633676

Labour accuse May of plotting 'bankers' Brexit'

Labour will attempt to exploit Tory divisions over leaving the EU by accusing Theresa May of plotting a "bankers' Brexit".

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/labour-to-accuse-theresa-may-of-plotting-bankers-brexit-10633590

West Ham and Chelsea fans clash during cup tie

Violent clashes between West Ham and Chelsea supporters at the former Olympic Stadium have been described as "unacceptable".

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/west-ham-and-chelsea-fans-clash-in-unacceptable-violence-10633690

Smiley face: world's first emojis to hang in Museum of Modern Art in New York



from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2016/10/26/smiley-face-worlds-first-emoji-to-hang-in-museum-of-modern-art-i/

Thursday's national newspaper front pages

THE PAPERS' TOP STORIES

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/thursdays-national-newspaper-front-pages-10633528

Candice Brown declared winner of BBC’s final Bake Off series

Candice Brown has been crowned champion of the Great British Bake Off, which aired for the last time on the BBC tonight.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/winner-of-final-bbc-bake-off-series-announced-10633257

Man charged over suspicious device on Tube

A man has been charged with making or possessing an explosive substance after a suspicious device was found on the Tube last week.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/damon-smith-charged-over-suspicious-device-on-north-greenwich-tube-10633401

Michael Gove lands key role overseeing Brexit

Michael Gove, sacked by Theresa May and told "go and learn about loyalty on the back benches", is to make a comeback in a Brexit role.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/michael-gove-is-back-as-he-lands-key-role-overseeing-brexit-10633328

Horse of the Year Charismatic Returning to United States

The 20-year-old stallion will return from the JBBA Shizunai Stallion Station in Japan, where he has stood since 2002, in November.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/38347

RBS hikes funds to end investor legal claims

The ghost of Fred Goodwin will return to haunt Royal Bank of Scotland (RBS) again this week when his former employer is forced to set aside millions of pounds more to settle legal action brought by major City shareholders.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/rbs-sets-aside-more-funds-as-investor-lawsuits-near-settlement-10633292

Windows 10 'Creators Update' includes MS Paint 3D 



from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2016/10/26/windows-10-creators-update-includes-ms-paint-3d/

App fault may have denied lottery winnings

People may have been throwing winning National Lottery tickets in the bin after a barcode scanner on Camelot’s official app developed technical issues.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/lottery-app-fault-may-have-stopped-people-claiming-their-winnings-10633198

Microsoft unveils new Surface Studio desktop and high-end Surface Book



from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2016/10/26/microsoft-unveils-new-surface-studio-desktop-and-high-end-surfac/

Oklahoma Confirms Four New WNV Cases

The new cases were identified in horses and ponies from the following counties: Choctaw, Payne, Beckham, and Atoka.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/38345

Dad faces jail over child's force-feeding death

A man is facing jail for killing his three-year-old son by force-feeding him a mixture of bread and cereal.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/dad-faces-jail-over-childs-force-feeding-death-10633042

Apple MacBook Pro: What is the new USB-C port and will I need an adapter? 



from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2016/10/26/apple-macbook-pro-what-is-the-new-usb-c-port-and-will-i-need-an/

My Horse Lost a 'Baby Tooth.' Should I Be Concerned?

My long yearling Dutch Warmblood mare knocked her tooth out so severely that it had to be removed by my vet. What is the long-term prognosis for a young horse losing a tooth prematurely?

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/38330

Missing RAF man's mum in desperate appeal

The mother of a missing RAF serviceman has told Sky News she is desperate for one person to come forward and say: "I've seen him."

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/missing-raf-serviceman-corrie-mckeagues-mum-desperate-to-find-him-10633052

Corbyn's 'cunning' PMQ's plan backfires

As a cunning plan it lacked just one thing - research.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/jeremy-corbyns-cunning-pmqs-plan-backfires-10632999

Innovation Group to Update AHC 2017 Economic Impact Study

The last study revealed that the horse industry had a $102 billion effect on the U.S. economy, involved 9.2 million horses, and supported 1.4 million full-time jobs.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/38344

Watch: UKIP MEP's furious row with EU President

UKIP's Mike Hookem has become embroiled in a furious row in the European Parliament with its president Martin Schulz.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/watch-ukip-meps-furious-row-with-eu-president-10632758

Deputies Seek Shooter of Salt River Foal

Authorities found that foal belonging to the Salt River herd, which is protected under state law, was shot and killed.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/38343

Gender pay gap falls to 20-year low

The gender pay gap for full-time workers has fallen to its lowest level since records began almost 20 years ago, according to official figures.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/gender-pay-gap-falls-to-20-yearr-low-for-full-time-workers-10632897

'Irresponsible' TV weight loss ad banned

A television advert showing a woman tearfully meeting a slimmer and happier version of herself has been banned for being "socially irresponsible".

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/tv-weight-loss-ad-banned-for-being-irresponsible-10632941

Study: Some Supplements Can Reduce Equine Joint Inflammation

Researchers believe the tested supplements could help reduce the joint inflammation that can lead to osteoarthritis.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/38342

Apple Macbook Pro 2016: release date, UK price and best new features



from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2016/10/26/apple-macbook-pro-2016-release-date-uk-price-and-best-new-featur/

Back Lib Dems against Goldsmith - Labour MPs

Labour should not put up a candidate to oppose Zac Goldsmith in a by-election to stand the best chance of "kicking him out of parliament", three of the party's MPs have said.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/back-lib-dems-against-goldsmith-labour-mps-10632835

Inquiry launched into high price of NHS drugs

The "excessive prices" that drugs companies charge the NHS for their products is to be investigated.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/inquiry-launched-into-high-price-of-nhs-drugs-10632815

Brexit won't cause trade 'disruption' - WTO boss

The head of the World Trade Organisation has vowed to ensure Britain will not face a trade "vacuum or a disruption", however tough its exit from the European Union.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/brexit-will-not-cause-uk-trade-disruption-wto-boss-10632803

UKIP MEPs reported to police over punch-up

UKIP MEPs Steven Woolfe and Mike Hookem have been reported to the police over the altercation that left Mr Woolfe in hospital.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/ukip-meps-reported-to-police-over-punch-up-10632758

Revealed: UK's hot-spots for quick house sales

Property in Bristol and Edinburgh is sold in half the time of other less popular cities, according to a study.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/bristol-top-of-the-league-for-property-sales-study-10632708

New hope for parents of autistic children

An experimental autism therapy that helps parents communicate with their children has had record levels of success in reducing symptoms.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/time-with-parents-can-improve-childrens-autism-10632635

Tuesday, 25 October 2016

Lloyds to set aside another £1bn to cover PPI costs

Lloyds Banking Group has set aside a further £1bn to meet compensation claims for the mis-selling of payment protection insurance (PPI).

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/lloyds-to-set-aside-another-1631bn-to-cover-ppi-costs-10632682

Vodafone fined £4.6m over customer complaints

Ofcom has fined Vodafone £4.6m over a series of failures in its UK business, including its handling of customer complaints.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/vodafone-fined-16346m-over-customer-complaints-10632689

Vodaphone fined £4.6m over customer complaints

Ofcom has fined Vodaphone £4.6m over a series of failures in its UK business, including its handling of customer complaints.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/vodaphone-fined-16346m-over-customer-complaints-10632689

Scientists fly high to tackle air pollution

Scientists have taken to the skies as part the most comprehensive ever assessment of Britain's air pollution.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/scientists-fly-high-to-tackle-rising-air-pollution-levels-10632659

Tories in turmoil after big Heathrow decision

Three extraordinary things happened in about four hours as the Heathrow airport decision came in to land.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/heathrow-decision-leaves-theresa-mays-tories-in-turmoil-10632632

May 'warned against Brexit before referendum'

Theresa May privately warned a month before the EU referendum that companies would leave the UK if the country voted for Brexit, according to a report in The Guardian.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/theresa-may-warned-against-brexit-a-month-before-referendum-10632602

Officer in hit-and-run attack out of intensive care

A police officer knocked down in a deliberate hit and run attack in Glasgow is out of intensive care.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/officer-hurt-in-hit-and-run-attack-in-glasgow-is-out-of-intensive-care-10632595

Cameron book to lift the lid on time as PM

David Cameron is to explain why he took some of his biggest decisions as Prime Minister after signing a deal to write his autobiography.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/david-cameron-to-write-autobiography-about-time-as-prime-minister-10632500

Wednesday's national newspaper front pages

THE PAPERS' TOP STORIES

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/wednesdays-national-newspaper-front-pages-10632375

Most Wanted rapist held in Tenerife after appeal

A rapist who had been on the run from British police for more than six years has been arrested in the Canary Islands.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/most-wanted-rapist-arrested-in-tenerife-after-six-years-on-the-run-10632200

Acid bath accused asked police for shower

An man accused of strangling a police officer and dissolving his body in a bath of acid asked police if he could shower after his arrest as his "tub" had been "unusable for days".

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/acid-bath-accused-brizzi-asked-for-shower-as-tub-was-unusable-10632150

Vodafone UK arm to be hit by big Ofcom fine

Vodafone is to be hit with a multimillion pound fine for a litany of failures in its UK business, including the way it handled complaints and its delivery of services to pay-as-you-go customers.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/vodafone-hit-by-multimillion-pound-fine-over-litany-of-failures-10632230

Poll Recap: Horse Bedding Choices

Of the 1,087 respondents, 559 (51%) said they use wood shavings or chips to bed their horses' stalls.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/38340

Goldsmith resigns as MP over Heathrow decision

Tory backbencher Zac Goldsmith has resigned as an MP in protest at the Heathrow runway decision, which he called "catastrophic".

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/zac-goldsmith-resigns-as-mp-over-heathrow-runway-decision-10632148

Daylight Saving Time in the USA: the clocks fall back and winter begins in 2015?



from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/0/daylight-saving-time-in-the-usa-the-clocks-fall-back-and-winter/

WhatsApp users targeted with £100 Sainsbury's scam - how to protect yourself



from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2016/10/25/whatsapp-users-targeted-with-100-sainsburys-scam---how-to-protec/

Boris: Heathrow third runway 'undeliverable'

Theresa May has been accused of promising the "undeliverable" by her own Foreign Secretary as the political fallout from the decision to approve a third runway at Heathrow began.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/boris-johnson-says-heathrow-third-runway-undeliverable-10631946

Trailer Crash in Knoxville Kills 10 Horses

A veterinarian treated several surviving horses for superficial wounds.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/38339

Donkey Tests Positive for WNV in Florida

The donkey, which was recently brought to Florida from a Louisiana auction, is recovering.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/38338

University of Maryland Extension Hosting Farriery Workshop

Lectures will cover hoof anatomy and physiology, the basics of trimming, determining when shoes are necessary, and more.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/38337

Tips for Preparing Horses for Cold Weather

Use these 10 veterinarian-approved tips for keeping your horse healthy and comfortable during the cold season.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/38334

When do the clocks go back in the UK and what is the point of Daylight Saving Time?



from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/0/when-do-the-clocks-go-back-in-the-uk-and-what-is-the-point-of-da/

Revealed: The most secure messaging apps



from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2016/10/25/revealed-the-most-secure-messaging-apps/

Heathrow expansion: Now comes the hard part

At last, at long, long last, the Government has brought to an end more than 50 years of dithering and finally fired the starting pistol on a new runway for the southeast of England.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/heathrow-airport-expansion-now-comes-the-hard-part-10631608

UK to send soldiers to train Syrian rebels

The British Government has announced it will commit UK troops to a Syrian training mission that has previously ended in failure.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/uk-to-send-soldiers-to-middle-east-to-train-syrian-rebels-10631593

Picture mocking refugees posted in Parliament

A poster mocking the apparent age of child refugees has been found pinned up in Parliament.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/picture-mocking-refugees-posted-in-parliament-10631382

First under-13s from 'Jungle' on bus to UK

The first group of children aged under 13 from the Calais 'Jungle' are on a bus to the UK, as officials delayed demolition of the camp.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/demolition-day-bulldozers-to-begin-work-in-calais-jungle-10631433

Twitter to cut hundreds of jobs



from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2016/10/25/twitter-to-cut-hundreds-of-jobs/

The £7,600 EdStone earns Labour a £20k fine

At £7,600, it was a lot to pay for a widely panned election gimmick - but now the ill-fated EdStone has cost Labour a lot more.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/the-1637600-edstone-earns-labour-a-16320k-fine-10631512

Reported sighting of missing RAF serviceman

Police have received a report of a possible sighting of missing RAF serviceman Corrie McKeague on the night he disappeared.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/possible-sighting-of-missing-raf-serviceman-corrie-mckeague-10631499

GPs told: Don't hold back on obese patients

GPs should stop worrying about causing offence and offer obese patients help to control their weight, experts have said.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/gps-told-dont-mince-your-words-with-obese-patients-10631431

British banker's 'torture' video shown in court

Jurors in Hong Kong have been shown a chilling video of former British banker Rurik Jutting describing how he raped and tortured an Indonesian woman for three days before killing her.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/british-banker-rurik-juttings-torture-video-shown-in-hong-kong-murder-trial-10631483

Monday, 24 October 2016

Trump campaign launches Facebook Live news show amid reports of new television network



from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2016/10/25/trump-campaign-launches-facebook-live-news-show-amid-reports-of/

Man who made 'gay donkey' comment joins UKIP race

A former UKIP parliamentary candidate who once said a "homosexual donkey" tried to rape his horse is running for the party's leadership.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/man-who-made-homosexual-donkey-comment-joins-ukip-leadership-contest-10631376

Tuesday's national newspaper front pages

THE PAPERS' TOP STORIES

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/tuesdays-national-newspaper-front-pages-10631367

Fish Oil as an Omega-3 Source for Horses

Omega-3 fatty acids offer horses health benefits, but are fish sources OK for horses to eat?

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/38336

UK to spend £36m on Calais 'Jungle' clearance

The UK Government will contribute £36m towards the clearance and security of the Calais 'Jungle' camp, the Home Secretary says.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/uk-to-contribute-16336m-to-calais-jungle-clearance-10631211

Dead or Alive singer Pete Burns dies at 57

Dead or Alive singer and former Celebrity Big Brother star Pete Burns has died after suffering a 'massive' cardiac arrest, aged 57.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/dead-or-alive-and-celebrity-big-brother-star-pete-burns-dies-at-57-10631225

'Gay cake' bakers: We feel 'victimised'

A couple from a Belfast bakery who refused to bake a cake on a gay theme have told Sky News they felt "victimised".

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/bakers-who-refused-to-make-gay-cake-say-they-felt-victimised-10631205

What is a DDoS attack? And could my computer be a weapon?



from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/0/what-is-a-ddos-attack-and-could-my-computer-be-a-weapon/

Murder accused admits 'losing his rag' with baby

A father who denies murdering his baby daughter has admitted throwing her onto a sofa after losing his temper.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/accused-father-admits-losing-his-rag-with-baby-but-denies-murder-10631033

No extradition for ex-Eggheads star CJ de Mooi

Former Eggheads star CJ de Mooi will not be extradited to the Netherlands over an alleged killing.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/no-extradition-for-ex-eggheads-star-cj-de-mooi-over-alleged-killing-10631003

Heathrow favourite as runway decision looms

After decades of procrastination and delay, the Government will tomorrow make the highly controversial decision of expanding an airport in southeast England.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/heathrow-airport-is-favourite-ahead-of-runway-decision-10630826

Witness gives evidence in 'acid bath' murder case

A man who turned up to what he thought was a fetish sex party as the host was allegedly murdering a policeman inside has told jurors he was sent away but later rearranged for another night.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/witness-gives-evidence-in-acid-bath-grindr-pc-murder-case-10630852

NTRA Approves Safety, Integrity Code of Standards Updates

Updates include a January 2019 deadline for total compliance with the National Uniform Medication Program.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/38329

Hackers used hijacked webcams to bring down internet 



from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2016/10/24/hackers-used-hijacked-webcams-to-bring-down-internet/

Church Honored as Averett University Distinguished Alumnus

Stephanie L. Church, editor-in-chief for The Horse and TheHorse.com, graduated from Averett in 1999.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/38328

Police officers 'deliberately' hit by car

Two police officers are in a serious condition after being deliberately hit by a car.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/glasgow-police-officers-deliberately-hit-by-car-10630861

Doctors reveal 40 'unnecessary' NHS treatments

Doctors are offering patients too many unnecessary tests and treatments, senior medics have warned.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/doctors-reveal-40-unnecessary-nhs-treatments-and-tests-10630761

Facebook to allow graphic and violent posts it deems 'newsworthy'



from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2016/10/24/facebook-to-allow-graphic-and-violent-posts-it-deems-newsworthy/

Minimizing Laminitis Risk in EMS Horses

While there's no cure for EMS, owners can take steps to reduce the risk of laminitis development, including combating obesity, reducing pasture and NSC intake, and discussing the use of a medication with a veterinarian.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/29133

Justin Bieber storms off stage in Manchester

Justin Bieber stormed off stage at his latest Manchester concert, after asking the fans to stop screaming in the gaps between songs.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/justin-bieber-storms-off-stage-during-concert-in-manchester-10630638

UK manufacturing exports rise on weaker pound

UK manufacturing exports have grown at their fastest rate in more than two years, enjoying the effects of the pound's record lows.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/uk-manufacturing-exports-rise-on-boost-from-weaker-pound-10630710

Don't extradite autistic 'hacker', Obama told

An autistic British man accused of hacking into US computers would be put at risk if he was extradited to the US,, MPs have warned Barack Obama.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/mps-warn-obama-over-extradition-of-autistic-lauri-love-10630770

Let's see the £350m for the NHS, say MPs

The NHS must get the £350m a week extra it was promised by Brexit campaigners, MPs have demanded.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/lets-see-the-163350m-for-the-nhs-say-mps-10630640

Heading footballs 'linked to memory loss'

The daughter of former England footballer Jeff Astle has called for more research after a study found that heading a ball can significantly affect a player's brain.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/calls-for-more-research-as-football-headers-linked-to-memory-loss-10630639

Bakers lose gay marriage cake legal challenge

Christian bakers who broke discrimination rules by refusing to make a cake with a pro-gay marriage slogan have lost their appeal.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/ashers-bakery-loses-gay-marriage-cake-legal-challenge-10630650

How Antoni van Leeuwenhoek discovered the sperm cell and a rare hiccuping disease



from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2016/10/24/how-antoni-van-leeuwenhoek-discovered-the-sperm-cell-and-a-rare/

Teenage Tube alert suspect 'in love with IS'

A man being questioned by police after a suspicious item was found at North Greenwich Tube station is 19-year-old Damon Smith, Sky sources can reveal.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/teenage-tube-alert-suspect-damon-smith-in-love-with-is-10630514

British banker 'filmed torture of murder victim'

Former British banker Rurik Jutting filmed the torture of one of his victims on his mobile phone, jurors at his murder trial in Hong Kong have been told.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/british-banker-rurik-jutting-filmed-torture-of-murder-victim-in-hong-kong-10630507

BHS lives on overseas with expansion plans

The owners of the international arm of BHS are on the verge of securing deals with franchise partners in Africa, the Middle East and Europe.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/bhs-lives-on-as-new-owners-plan-ambitious-overseas-expansion-10630496

Sunday, 23 October 2016

The science behind how a remote control works



from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/0/the-science-behind-how-a-remote-control-works/

Flood defence spending 'favours wealthy areas'

The system for allocating taxpayers' money to flood defence schemes is favouring the wealthy, and those in the South East, because of the formula used to calculate the spend, analysis shows.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/flood-defence-spending-favours-wealthy-areas-10630366

Judgment due in bakery appeal over 'gay cake'

A Christian bakery, found to have broken the law by refusing to bake a cake with a pro-gay marriage slogan on it, will learn the outcome of its appeal today.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/gay-cake-row-judgment-expected-in-bakery-appeal-10630349

May offers devolved nations Brexit 'direct line'

Theresa May will on Monday offer the leaders of Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland the chance to formally feed into her Brexit strategy as the Prime Minister looks to engage the increasingly restive Scots and other regional leaders.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/may-offer-leaders-of-devolved-nations-a-direct-line-on-brexit-10630205

Exercise Benefits Senior Horses

Unsoundness and other frailties of old age often call for horses to be relieved of day-to-day performance requirements, but regular exercise remains important for older horses.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/38327

Monday's national newspaper front pages

THE PAPERS' TOP STORIES

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/mondays-national-newspaper-front-pages-10630182

Barricaded man held after armed standoff ends

A man who barricaded himself inside a house in west London has been held after police ended a two-day standoff.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/barricaded-man-held-after-armed-standoff-ends-in-west-london-10630124

Writer of Dad's Army Jimmy Perry dies, aged 93

One of the creators of comedy classics like Dad's Army and Hi-de-Hi!, Jimmy Perry, has died aged 93.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/writer-of-dads-army-and-hi-de-hi-jimmy-perry-dies-aged-93-10629910

Biker jailed over reckless riding rampage

A biker who tore through residential streets, pulling wheelies, weaving in and out of cars and causing pedestrians to leap out the way, has been jailed.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/biker-jailed-over-20-minute-reckless-riding-rampage-in-birmingham-10629587

Safe Horse Handling for Vet Techs

As a handler, the veterinary technician plays an important role in whether a procedure is performed safely. Here's what to remember when handling horses for procedures to keep the veterinarian, the patient, and yourself safe.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/34697

Petrol stash fears amid armed police stand-off

A man who has barricaded himself inside a house for three days may have a stockpile of petrol, police fear.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/petrol-stash-fears-amid-armed-police-stand-off-in-northolt-10629539

Trail Horse Hoof Care

Learn about the best trimming and shoeing practices to ensure your horse stays sound while traveling the trails.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/35877

UKIP leadership row amid 'far-right' claims

A bitter spat has engulfed the UKIP leadership race after one contender accused another of  being "far-right" and warned against "a fresh injection of toxicity".

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/ukip-leadership-contest-row-sparked-by-far-right-claims-10629415

Grayling 'convinced' of post-Brexit free trade

A Cabinet minister has said he is "convinced" Britain will have tariff-free trade with the EU post-Brexit because it is in the interests of both sides.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/chris-grayling-convinced-of-tariff-free-trade-deal-after-brexit-10629341

Satellites reveal 'child slave camps' in Unesco-protected park in Bangladesh 



from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2016/10/23/satellites-reveal-child-slave-camps-in-unesco-protected-park-in/

Saturday, 22 October 2016

First Calais children with no UK links arrive in UK

The first group of unaccompanied children without links to Britain arrived in the UK last night from the Calais camp known as the "jungle".

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/first-calais-jungle-children-with-no-uk-links-arrive-in-uk-10629208

Mother of premature babies wants maternity law change

More than 105,000 people have signed a petition urging the Government to extend maternity leave for mothers who have premature babies. 

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/mother-of-premature-babies-wants-maternity-leave-law-change-10629203

British head scientist at US maverick’s Silicon Valley start-up took own life over ‘unworkable’ technology  



from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2016/10/22/british-head-scientist-at-us-mavericks-silicon-valley-start-up-t/

Sunday's national newspaper front pages

THE PAPERS' TOP STORIES

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/sundays-national-newspaper-front-pages-10629099

Hounded out: Councils 'are waging war on dogs'

Councils are waging a "war on dogs" by banning them from thousands of parks and open spaces, it has been claimed.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/hounded-out-councils-are-waging-war-on-dogs-10627996

Plaid: PM 'fanning the flames of xenophobia'

Plaid Cymru's leader has accused Theresa May's government of leading a 'toxic' and 'thuggish' debate on immigration.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/plaid-cymru-leader-says-pm-is-fanning-the-flames-of-xenophobia-10628503

Mulligan joins Syria 'teddy bear' protest

Actress Carey Mulligan was among protesters who left teddy bears outside the gates of Downing Street in protest at persistent, deadly attacks on Aleppo.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/mulligan-joins-syria-teddy-bear-protest-at-downing-street-10628079

Tube terror police: Devon device 'not viable'

Anti-terror police investigating a suspicious device found on the London Underground have discovered a related item in Devon, Sky sources say.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/anti-terror-police-suspicious-item-in-newton-abbot-not-viable-10628102

Gatwick fires last-ditch warning on runway

Gatwick Airport will fire a last-ditch warning about the "risks" of expanding rival Heathrow just hours before a committee chaired by Theresa May approves the first new runway in the south-east for decades.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/gatwick-fires-last-ditch-warning-over-heathrow-expansion-risks-10628455

Anti-terror police find 'suspicious material'

Police investigating a suspicious device found on the London Underground have discovered a related item in Devon, Sky sources say.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/anti-terror-police-find-suspicious-material-10628102

Adobe says 'Brexit did not make us blink' as it expands UK base



from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2016/10/22/adobe-says-brexit-did-not-make-us-blink-as-it-expands-uk-base/

'Suspicious material' found in Devon

Police investigating a suspicious device found on the London Underground have discovered a related item in Devon, Sky sources say.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/suspicious-material-found-in-devon-10628102

Court Rules Borells Have No Claim to Seized Horses

The ruling noted that Charles Borell relinquished his ownership of the horses in connection with his Alford plea deal.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/38325

The Vet Tech's Role in Colic Surgery

Veterinary technicians play many roles before, during, and after colic surgery. Learn more about their roles.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/34699

'No decision' on Sir Bruce's future in showbiz

Sir Bruce Forsyth is focused on getting better and had made "no formal or informal decision about retiring", his manager has said.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/no-decision-on-sir-bruce-forsyth-retiring-from-showbiz-10627340

Stand-off as homes evacuated amid hazard alert

Eighty people have been evacuated from their homes after a man barricaded himself in a property with "hazardous items".

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/stand-off-as-homes-evacuated-over-hazardous-items-in-northolt-10627455

Elderly pedestrians killed in road accident

Two elderly people have died after being run over by a van in Dorking in Surrey, police have said.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/two-elderly-pedestrians-killed-in-road-accident-in-dorking-surrey-10627353

'Come back': Girl's plea after fire tragedy

A man who died trying to save his daughter from a house fire - believed to have been started deliberately - was a "hero", says his wife.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/come-back-daughters-note-after-family-killed-in-wakefield-fire-10627282

The Equine Digestive System

Do you want a better understanding of how the equine digestive system works? Here's what you need to know about how your horse's body digests the food he consumes.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/32922

Mine decision 'could spell end of coal in UK'

Environmentalists say a decision on whether to allow a new open cast coal mine in Northumberland could spell the end of the industry in the UK.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/decision-on-new-open-cast-mine-could-spell-end-of-coal-in-uk-10627229

Bag snatch suspect dies after detained by public

A man detained by members of the public following a suspected robbery later died in hospital, police have revealed.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/bag-snatch-suspect-detained-by-members-of-the-public-dies-in-hospital-10627159

Casualties as bus crashes into railway bridge

Five passengers have been taken to hospital after a double-decker bus crashed into a railway bridge in north London.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/casualties-as-double-decker-bus-crashes-into-railway-bridge-in-london-10627158

Five hurt as bus crashes into railway bridge

Five passengers have been taken to hospital after a double-decker bus crashed into a railway bridge in north London.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/five-hurt-as-double-decker-bus-crashes-into-railway-bridge-in-london-10627158

Friday, 21 October 2016

15 glamorous gadgets that double as fashion accessories



from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2016/10/22/15-glamorous-gadgets-that-double-as-fashion-accessories/

Defining images of Theresa May's first 100 days

Number 10 has released five images capturing some of Theresa May's key moments as Prime Minister to mark her first 100 days in office.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/defining-images-of-theresa-mays-first-100-days-10626915

Saturday's national newspaper front pages

THE PAPERS' TOP STORIES

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/saturdays-national-newspaper-front-pages-10626906

10 Horse Sales Fraud Warning Signs

Learn how to protect yourself when buying your next horse with these tips from an experienced equine-industry attorney.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/38326

ND Authorities Offer Reward in Horse, Cattle Killing Cases

The North Dakota Stockmen's Association offers a $10,000-plus reward after a mare was shot and skinned.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/38324

Airport reopens after 'chemical' scare evacuation

Paramedics have treated 27 people after London City Airport was closed and evacuated over reports of a "chemical incident".

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/london-city-airport-reopens-after-dozens-treated-over-chemical-scare-10626683

Dozens ill as 'chemical incident' closes airport

Paramedics have treated 26 people after London City Airport was closed and evacuated over reports of a "chemical incident".

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/dozens-ill-as-chemical-incident-closes-london-city-airport-10626683

'Chemical incident' closes London City Airport

London City Airport has been evacuated and closed after reports of a "chemical incident", London Fire Brigade has said.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/london-city-airport-closed-over-chemical-incident-10626683

Speed up the payment process in restaurants with Qkr!



from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/pay-faster-in-restaurants-with-qkr/

Former police chief guilty of child sex abuse

A former police superintendent has been found guilty of four child sex abuse charges after decades protesting his innocence.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/former-police-chief-gordon-anglesea-found-guilty-of-child-sex-abuse-10626493

CCTV shows last sighting of missing serviceman

Police have released new CCTV footage that shows the last sighting of missing RAF serviceman Corrie McKeague.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/cctv-shows-last-sighting-of-missing-raf-serviceman-corrie-mckeague-10626421

Murder accused 'cooked and ate part of PC's body'

A sado-masochist may have cooked and eaten parts of a police officer after strangling him during a Grindr date, a court has heard.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/murder-accused-cooked-part-of-pc-gordon-semples-body-and-ate-it-10626314

'You're killing people': Elon Musk attacks critics of self-driving cars



from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2016/10/20/youre-killing-people-elon-musk-attacks-critics-of-self-driving-c/

The Vet Tech's Role in Collecting and Handling Semen

The goal is to collect the best possible sample while ensuring everyone's safety, and a technician's role in this process is important from beginning to end.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/34700

BLM Plans Public Tours of Nevada Wild Horse, Burro Corral

Two public tours of the Indian Lakes Off-Range Wild Horse and Burro Corral, in Fallon, will take place Oct. 28.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/38322

Taser used on teen over suspicious Tube device

Police have tasered a 19-year-old in a London street and arrested him a day after a suspicious device was found on a Tube train.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/taser-used-on-teen-over-suspicious-device-on-tube-10626379

Diana's stepmother Raine Spencer dies, aged 87

Raine Spencer, the stepmother of Princess Diana, has died after a short illness, aged 87, her family have said.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/dianas-stepmother-raine-spencer-dies-aged-87-10626387

Boy, 9, goes missing after returning to school

Fears are growing for a nine-year-old boy who has gone missing after returning to school to pick up his lunchbox.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/boy-9-goes-missing-after-returning-to-school-for-lunchbox-10626356

Widespread internet outages as web servers hit by major attack



from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2016/10/21/havoc-across-web-as-major-attack-causes-widespread-internet-outa/

Protect Horses From Potomac Horse Fever Through First Frost

The bacteria that causes this seasonal disease can infect horses from the late spring to fall in temperate areas.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/38321

PM says Brexit will demand 'give and take'

Theresa May has said Brexit will require "some give and take" with the rest of the EU.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/theresa-may-says-brexit-will-demand-give-and-take-with-eu-10626263

Mind the gap: trains axed as leaves fall

Autumn leaves will delay the return of 33 Gatwick Express services previously axed, a railway company has said.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/autumn-leaves-blamed-for-fewer-gatwick-express-trains-10626061

Nintendo Switch: Everything we know



from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/0/nintendo-switch-everything-we-know/

How Long Does it Take Jumping Horses' Muscles to Recover?

Researchers found that jumping at shows two weekends in a row did not allow horses adequate muscle recovery.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/38318

Sisters ordered to stay with UK foster family

Two little girls born in Britain but whose parents have returned to Hungary are to be adopted and allowed to remain in the UK.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/roma-sisters-ordered-to-remain-with-uk-foster-family-10625791

Fake Sheikh Mahmood jailed over Tulisa case

Fake Sheikh Mazher Mahmood has been jailed for tampering with evidence in the collapsed drugs trial of Tulisa Contostavlos.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/fake-sheikh-mahmood-jailed-over-tulisa-case-10626022

Baby killed by dog was 'taken from mum's arms'

A four-month-old baby was ripped from his mother’s arms and savaged to death by the family dog, an inquest has been told.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/baby-killed-by-dog-was-taken-from-mums-arms-and-attacked-10625883

Weakening tax receipts hurt public finances

A fall in crucial tax revenues meant the Government borrowed more than forecast last month - with officials unable to provide a link to the Brexit vote.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/weakening-tax-receipts-hurt-public-finances-in-september-10625819

Joey from Friends 'immortalised' as a virtual chatbot by computer researchers



from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2016/10/21/joey-from-friends-immortalised-as-a-virtual-chatbot-by-computer/

Move UK border from Calais to Kent, says Juppe

French presidential frontrunner Alain Juppe has said the border with the UK should be moved from Calais to Kent arguing it was for Britain to handle the migrant crisis.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/alain-jupp233-calls-for-uk-border-to-move-from-calais-to-kent-10625773

Russian warships to pass through Dover Strait

A convoy of Russian warships heading for the Mediterranean is due to pass through the Dover Strait - "marked every inch of the way" by the Royal Navy.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/russian-warships-to-pass-through-dover-strait-shadowed-by-royal-navy-10625732

Samsung attempts to take down parody GTA videos with Note 7 'bombs'



from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2016/10/21/samsung-attempts-to-take-down-parody-gta-videos-with-note-7-bomb/

Murder probe after dad and girl die in fire

A murder inquiry has been launched after a man and his daughter died in a fire that police think was started deliberately.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/police-believe-fire-that-killed-father-and-daughter-was-deliberate-10625660

Online gambling firms face fairness inquiry

Online gambling firms may have crossed a line by effectively cheating punters out of winnings they expected to receive, according to a regulator.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/online-gambling-firms-face-fairness-inquiry-10625626

Thursday, 20 October 2016

Facebook apologises for removing breast cancer awareness video



from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2016/10/21/facebook-apologises-for-removing-breast-cancer-awareness-video/

Tories hold Cameron's old seat in by-election

Conservative Robert Courts has won a by-election in Witney, following former PM David Cameron's decision to stand down.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/conservatives-hold-camerons-old-seat-in-witney-by-election-10625575

Half of Britons fear PM has no Brexit plan

Half of Britons think Theresa May has no clear plan for what Brexit should mean for Britain, a Sky Data poll has revealed.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/half-of-britons-fear-theresa-may-has-no-brexit-plan-sky-poll-10625555

Theresa May 100 days: How PM has made her mark

She's a fan of Mary Berry, but not Jamie Oliver.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/how-has-theresa-may-made-her-mark-in-first-100-days-as-prime-minister-10624704

Tracy Brabin elected to replace MP Jo Cox

Labour's Tracy Brabin has won a by-election in Batley and Spen, replacing MP Jo Cox who was killed in June.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/tracy-brabin-wins-by-election-to-replace-mp-jo-cox-10625565

Aberfan tragedy: Victims and rescuers remembered

In this part of South Wales everyone remembers where they were when the coal tip collapsed onto the village of Aberfan.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/aberfan-tragedy-victims-and-rescuers-remembered-50-years-on-10625540

Man shot dead in Belfast condemned as 'barbaric'

A 43-year-old man has been shot dead at a house in west Belfast.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/man-shot-dead-in-west-belfast-condemned-as-barbaric-10625550

Whale washes ashore on Norfolk beach

A 40ft fin whale has washed up on a beach in Norfolk.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/whale-washes-ashore-on-norfolk-beach-10625501

Friday's national newspaper front pages

THE PAPERS' TOP STORIES

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/fridays-national-newspaper-front-pages-10625531

Older workers face jobs struggle - report

Nearly two-thirds of older workers have felt discriminated against when going for a job, according to new figures.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/older-workers-still-facing-jobs-discrimination-report-10625290

Tracy Brabin elected to replace MP Jo Cox

Labour's Tracy Brabin has won a by-election in Batley and Spen, replacing murdered MP Jo Cox.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/tracy-brabin-wins-by-election-to-replace-murdered-mp-jo-cox-10625565

Apple 'finds 90% of its chargers and cables on Amazon are fake'



from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2016/10/20/apple-finds-90-of-its-chargers-and-cables-on-amazon-are-fake/

Twitter has a negative vibe and a nebulous purpose - no wonder nobody wants to buy it



from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2016/10/19/twitter-has-a-negative-vibe-and-a-nebulous-purpose---no-wonder-n/

Survivors mark 50 years since Aberfan disaster

A survivor of the Aberfan disaster has spoken publicly for the first time, 50 years after the coal tip collapsed on to his school in South Wales.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/survivors-mark-50-years-since-aberfan-disaster-10625499

PM 'objects to EU attempts to sideline UK'

The Prime Minister objected to attempts to sideline the UK almost as soon as her debut EU summit began, Sky News understands.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/theresa-may-objects-to-attempts-to-sideline-uk-at-eu-summit-10625339

Twitter has a negative vibe and a nebulous purpose - no wonder nobody wants to buy it



from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2016/10/19/twitter-has-a-negative-vibe-and-a-nebulous-purpose---no-wonder-n/

British Cycling chief executive to stand down

The chief executive of British Cycling Ian Drake is to stand down and will leave the governing body in March next year.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/british-cycling-chief-executive-ian-drake-to-stand-down-10625340

Infographic: Sweet Itch in Horses

Do you have an itchy horse? Learn more about insect bite hypersensitivity with our visual guide!

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/38323

Twitter has a negative vibe and a nebulous purpose - no wonder nobody wants to buy it



from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2016/10/19/twitter-has-a-negative-vibe-and-a-nebulous-purpose---no-wonder-n/

Twitter has a negative vibe and a nebulous purpose - no wonder nobody wants to buy it



from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2016/10/19/twitter-has-a-negative-vibe-and-a-nebulous-purpose---no-wonder-n/

PC 'dissolved in acid' by man he met on Grindr

A sado-masochist obsessed with Breaking Bad strangled a police officer then copied a plot from the hit American drama by dissolving his body in an acid bath, a court heard.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/pc-gordon-semple-dissolved-in-acid-bath-on-grindr-date-10624787

Nintendo Switch: Gaming giant reveals its next console



from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2016/10/20/nintendo-switch-new-console-previously-known-as-nx-finally-revea/

Spiders 'tune' webs to catch prey and partners

Spiders can tune webs to help catch prey or even attract a mate, according to researchers at Oxford University.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/spiders-tune-webs-to-help-catch-prey-and-partners-10624831

Red Dead Redemption 2: Rockstar reveals first trailer



from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2016/10/20/red-dead-redemption-2-rockstar-reveals-first-trailer/

Southern passengers warn of strikes 'tragedy'

Southern Railway passengers have warned of a potential "tragedy" because of overcrowding on strike days. 

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/southern-rail-passengers-warn-of-strikes-tragedy-amid-chaos-10624772

Police investigate suspicious item on Tube

A suspicious item found on a Tube train is being investigated by Met police counter terrorism officers.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/suspicious-item-on-tube-at-north-greenwich-investigated-by-police-10624907

Nintendo Switch: Gaming giant reveals its next console



from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2016/10/20/nintendo-switch-new-console-previously-known-as-nx-finally-revea/

Man admits Cardiff hotel room murder

A US businessman has admitted strangling a British woman in a Cardiff hotel room after meeting her on a dating site.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/cardiff-hotel-room-murder-sammy-almahri-admits-strangling-nadine-aburas-10624690

Man admits Cardiff hotel room murder

A US businessman has admitted strangling a British woman in a Cardiff hotel room after meeting her on a dating site.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/sammy-almahri-admits-murdering-nadine-aburas-in-cardiff-hotel-room-10624690

The Vet Tech's Role in Ambulatory Broodmare Care

A well-trained and skilled technician can make a reproduction veterinarian's job much easier and more enjoyable, especially during breeding season.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/34698

Radiohead to headline Glastonbury 2017

British rock band Radiohead have confirmed rumours they will headline next year's Glastonbury Festival.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/radiohead-confirmed-to-headline-glastonbury-2017-10624762

MPs: Green a 'billionaire spiv' and 'Napoleon'

Disgraced tycoon Sir Philip Green was denounced as a "billionaire spiv" a "Napoleon" and a "Robert Maxwell" by MPs as they sought to have him stripped of his knighthood.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/billionaire-spiv-sir-philip-green-beat-bhs-black-and-blue-say-mps-10624615

BLM Concludes Pancake Emergency Wild Horse Gather

The agency removed 297 horses from the Big Sand Spring Valley portion of the Pancake herd management area.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/38320

Stephen Hawking is wrong. Humans won't compete with AI – we will merge with it



from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2016/10/20/stephen-hawking-is-wrong-humans-wont-compete-with-ai--we-will-me/

WhatsApp photo and video editing update rivals Snapchat and Instagram



from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2016/10/20/whatsapp-photo-and-video-editing-update-rivals-snapchat-and-inst/

Man pleads guilty to Cardiff hotel room murder

A US businessman has admitted strangling a British woman in a hotel room after meeting her on a dating site.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/man-pleads-guilty-to-cardiff-hotel-room-murder-10624690

Giant poppy carved on hillside for centenary

A giant poppy has been carved into a hillside in Wiltshire - a century after the first emblem was created by soldiers at the site.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/giant-poppy-carved-on-hillside-on-fovant-down-10624631

UK will be 'dependable partner' after Brexit

The UK will continue to play a full role while it remains in the EU, and will be a "strong and dependable partner" after Brexit, the Prime Minister said as she arrived for a European Council meeting in Brussels.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/pm-uk-will-be-a-strong-and-dependable-partner-after-brexit-10624663

UK will be 'dependable partner' post Brexit

The UK will continue to play a full role while it remains in the EU, and will be a "strong and dependable partner" post Brexit.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/pm-uk-will-be-a-strong-and-dependable-partner-post-brexit-10624663

An Equine Simulator: The New First Horse?

Researchers say using a simulator could allow novice riders to train in a safe environment and safeguarde equine welfare

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/38314

Violent crime up 24% in England and Wales

Violent crime in England and Wales has jumped by a quarter, according to new figures.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/violent-crime-up-by-24-in-england-and-wales-10624574

Sir Philip Green like 'Napoleon and Maxwell'

MPs have compared tycoon Sir Philip Green to Napoleon and Robert Maxwell as they debated stripping him of his knighthood.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/sir-philip-green-like-napoleon-and-maxwell-say-mps-10624615

Cheryl Fernandez-Versini gets 'quickie' divorce

Cheryl Fernandez-Versini's divorce from French restaurateur Jean-Bernard Versini has been finalised.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/cheryl-fernandez-versini-and-jean-bernard-finalise-divorce-10624475

World wine output drops as UK harvest looks good

Global wine production is predicted to fall 5% this year following poor grape-growing conditions in many countries - with the UK set to benefit.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/wine-production-near-lowest-for-20-years-because-of-bad-weather-10624523

Former Lawrence suspect among UK's Most Wanted

A man who was once a suspect in the Stephen Lawrence murder has been named on a new Most Wanted list for alleged drug-dealing offences.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/former-suspect-in-stephen-lawrence-case-among-uks-most-wanted-10624455

BHS tycoon renews war of words with top MP

Sir Philip Green has launched a fresh broadside against a leading critic ahead of a Commons debate on whether the retail tycoon should be stripped of his knighthood.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/sir-philip-green-renews-war-of-words-ahead-of-knighthood-debate-10624027

Postal workers to strike over jobs and pensions

Thousands of Post Office workers are to stage a one-day strike later this month over jobs, pensions and branch closures.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/postal-workers-to-strike-over-jobs-pensions-and-branch-closures-10624425

Mark Zuckerberg defends Trump-supporting board member Peter Thiel 



from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2016/10/20/mark-zuckerberg-defends-trump-supporting-board-member-peter-thie/

Suspected murderer among UK's 10 most wanted

A billion-pound money launderer, a lifelong fraudster and an alleged murderer head the latest list of Most Wanted suspects on the run in Spain.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/uks-10-most-wanted-suspected-murderer-and-fraudster-top-list-10624308

Heathrow: PM 'showing leadership' on expansion

Heathrow's chief executive says the Prime Minister is "showing leadership" in her approach to the long-delayed decision on airport expansion in the South East.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/heathrow-boss-pm-showing-leadership-on-airport-expansion-10624324

Kodak has created the ultimate phone for camera obsessives



from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2016/10/20/kodak-ektra-is-the-ultimate-phone-for-camera-obsessives/

Wednesday, 19 October 2016

May to EU: Brexit decision must be 'honoured'

The Prime Minister will tell European Union leaders it is "time to look to the future" of its relationship with the UK.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/theresa-may-to-eu-brexit-decision-must-be-honoured-10624218

Scotland publishes draft second referendum bill

Plans for a second Scottish referendum are to be published so Scots can reconsider independence following Brexit.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/scottish-government-to-publish-plans-for-second-independence-referendum-10624213

Details of gorilla's London Zoo escape revealed

A gorilla who escaped from his enclosure earlier this month, hid in the zookeeper's area drinking blackcurrant squash, according to details released about his daring escape bid.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/details-of-zoo-gorillas-opportunistic-escape-revealed-10624212

Men to be pardoned for abolished sex offences

Thousands of gay and bisexual men convicted of abolished sexual offences are to be posthumously pardoned, after a victory for a campaign led by the Liberal Democrats.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/gay-men-convicted-of-abolished-sexual-offences-to-be-pardoned-10624194

Navy to man-mark Channel-bound Russian warships

The Royal Navy has vowed to "man-mark every step of the way" a Russian aircraft carrier and other warships heading to the English Channel.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/navy-to-man-mark-channel-bound-russian-warships-10624189

AI could be 'worst thing' for humanity - Hawking

Artificial Intelligence could be the "worst thing to happen to humanity" if it is not properly managed, Professor Stephen Hawking has warned.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/stephen-hawking-warns-ai-could-be-worst-thing-to-happen-to-humanity-10624102

RAF serviceman's family: How can he vanish?

The family of an RAF serviceman missing for a month has made a fresh appeal for information about his disappearance.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/missing-raf-servicemans-family-how-can-he-vanish-in-digital-age-10624076

Stephen Hawking says artificial intelligence could be humanity's greatest disaster



from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2016/10/19/stephen-hawking-says-artificial-intelligence-could-be-humanitys/

Twitter has a negative vibe and a nebulous purpose - no wonder nobody wants to buy it



from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2016/10/19/twitter-has-a-negative-vibe-and-a-nebulous-purpose---no-wonder-n/

Minister in Japan for talks with car makers

Business Secretary Greg Clark is visiting Japan to meet car industry executives as the Government seeks to protect thousands of jobs after warnings about the impact of Brexit.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/minister-in-japan-for-talks-with-car-makers-after-brexit-warnings-10623776

Are Peppermints Spoiling My Horse's Diet?

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

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

Jimmy Savile's penthouse flat demolished

The penthouse flat where disgraced broadcaster Jimmy Savile lived for more than 30 years has been demolished.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/jimmy-saviles-penthouse-flat-in-leeds-demolished-10623754

Microsoft claims 'human parity' in understanding speech



from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2016/10/19/microsoft-claims-human-parity-in-understanding-speech/

Girl, 7, killed by 'slow-moving' skip lorry

A seven-year-old girl has died after she was hit by a skip lorry while crossing the road with her mother.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/girl-7-is-killed-by-slow-moving-skip-lorry-in-coventry-10623750

Equine Rehab Therapies: How Do They Work?

A look at five noninvasive high-tech therapies--from lasers to ceramic-thread blankets--and how they might help horses heal.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/38308

Boney M singer's brother gets life for Imam murder

The brother of a Boney M singer has been jailed for life after hiring a hitman to kill his rival following a bitter dispute over control of a mosque.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/boney-m-singers-brother-hired-hitman-to-kill-mosque-rival-10623634

Hammond ditches doom-laden Brexit forecasts

Chancellor Philip Hammond has told MPs that doom-laden Treasury forecasts about Brexit earlier this year have proved to be invalid.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/philip-hammond-ditches-gloomy-treasury-forecasts-on-brexit-10623669

The Vet Tech's Role in Recovery from Anesthesia

The veterinary technician is often the primary staff member responsible for overseeing recovery from anesthesia.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/34701

City watchdog: 750,000 may get mortgage payout

Hundreds of thousands of mortgage customers could be in line for compensation.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/fca-says-750000-mortgage-customers-could-net-compensation-payout-10623570

Judge: I was never warned about my conduct

Dame Lowell Goddard has told Sky News no concerns were raised with her before her resignation from the Independent Inquiry into Child Sex Abuse in August, and that she was never warned, officially or otherwise, about the alleged use of racially derogatory language.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/dame-lowell-goddard-i-was-never-warned-about-my-conduct-10623485

Sport Horse Medicine Focus of AAEP's 2017 Resort Symposium

Lecture topics will include distinguishing neurologic and orthopedic problems, imaging techniques, and treatment and rehabilitation options.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/38319

Samsung sued in the US over Note 7 debacle 



from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2016/10/19/samsung-sued-in-the-us-over-note-7-debacle/

Resveratrol Supplement Can Help Reduce Hock Lameness

Horses consuming the supplement following lower hock joint injections were less lame than horses consuming a placebo, researchers found.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/38317

Inquiry calls after Pentonville inmate death

The Prison Governors Association (PGA) has renewed calls for a public inquiry into the state of jails in England and Wales following the death of an inmate.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/inquiry-calls-after-inmate-dies-in-stabbing-at-pentonville-prison-10623461

May: I knew of child abuse inquiry concerns

The Prime Minister has admitted she knew about concerns over the leadership of the child abuse inquiry but did nothing.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/may-admits-she-knew-about-child-abuse-inquiry-concerns-10623538

Corbynites 'launched homophobic attacks' on Eagle

Labour's Angela Eagle has been the target of hundreds of "abusive, homophobic and frightening" messages sent by the party's members, an internal report has found.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/corbynites-launched-homophobic-attacks-on-angela-eagle-10623462

Tony Blackburn set to return to BBC Radio 2

Tony Blackburn will return to Radio 2 next year, after being taken off air in February following a review into sex abuse at the BBC.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/tony-blackburn-set-to-return-to-bbc-radio-2-10623469

Amazon 'plans to launch broadband service in UK'



from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2016/10/19/amazon-plans-to-launch-broadband-service-in-uk/

Campaigners on red carpet for new Loach film

Welfare reform campaigners have shown their support for Ken Loach's latest film at its London premiere.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/ken-loachs-new-film-shines-spotlight-on-social-issues-10623300

German WW1 submarine found off Scottish coast

The wreckage of a German U-boat that sank almost a century ago has been discovered off the Scottish coast.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/german-world-war-one-u-boat-wreck-found-off-scottish-coast-10623321

New MacBook Pro without standard USB ports to be launched by Apple next week



from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2016/10/19/new-macbook-pro-without-standard-usb-ports-to-be-launched-by-app/

UK job creation slows but wage rises pick up

Official employment figures show a slowdown in job creation but a pick-up in average wage increases.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/uk-job-creation-slows-but-wage-rises-pick-up-ons-10623334

MP calls for child migrant tooth age checks

A Tory MP who called for tooth tests to check the age of child migrants from Calais has been condemned by dentists.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/mp-calls-for-child-migrant-tooth-age-checks-10623262