Tuesday, 28 February 2017

Nearly 500 animal deaths at zoo in four years

Councillors have been told they should refuse a new licence for a zoo where almost 500 animals have died in four years.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/nearly-500-animal-deaths-at-south-lakes-safari-zoo-in-four-years-10785967

Harsher punishments for drivers who use phones

New drivers now face losing their licence the first time they are caught using a phone behind the wheel illegally.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/harsher-punishments-for-drivers-who-use-phones-behind-the-wheel-10785898

Poorer pupils 'priced out of top secondaries'

Top-rated schools in England are pushing up house prices in local catchment areas, making them more "socially selective", according to a new report.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/poorer-pupils-are-being-priced-out-of-top-secondaries-report-says-10785778

YouTube unveils live television service for US



from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2017/02/28/youtube-unveils-live-television-service-us/

'Unwell' Team Sky doctor out of doping inquiry

Former Team Sky doctor Richard Freeman has pulled out of a long-awaited appearance before a parliamentary inquiry into doping in sport.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/ex-team-sky-doctor-too-ill-to-appear-before-mps-doping-inquiry-10785736

Managing Severe White Line Disease

Learn about the intricacies of treating and shoeing horses with white line disease.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/38879

Disease Surveillance Using GIS and Scan Statistics

Jacqueline Smith, PhD, explains how geographic information systems can help monitor and even predict disease outbreaks.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/38869

Equine Fescue Toxicosis

An unseen threat to your mare and her unborn foal might be lurking in your pasture. Learn more about fescue toxicosis.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/38875

How mobile phones can connect 'unbanked' people and solve India's financial crisis



from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2017/02/28/mobile-phones-can-connect-unbanked-people-solve-indias-financial/

Uber claims written English test will put thousands of drivers out of work



from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2017/02/28/uber-claims-written-english-test-will-put-thousands-drivers/

Footballer cleared of sex with 14-year-old girl

Former League One footballer Jack Tuohy has been cleared of sexually taking advantage of a 14-year-old girl.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/former-league-one-footballer-cleared-of-sex-with-14-year-old-girl-10785420

Wednesday's national newspaper front pages

WHAT'S IN THE PAPERS?

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/wednesdays-national-newspaper-front-pages-10785719

Treasury concession over car insurance bill rise

Outrage within the insurance industry over a looming increase in personal injury payouts has resulted in the promise of a Government consultation and new law, if needed.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/treasury-concession-on-insurance-bill-rise-amid-industry-outrage-10785686

Starmer writes off Labour's election chances

A senior shadow cabinet member tipped as a future party leader has written off Labour's chances of winning the next election under Jeremy Corbyn.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/shadow-cabinets-keir-starmer-writes-off-labours-election-chances-10785427

Four-year-olds to get relationship education

Children from the age of four are expected to be taught about healthy relationships in the classroom, as the Government looks to overhaul the sex education curriculum to head off a swelling Conservative rebellion.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/four-year-olds-to-get-relationship-education-in-the-classroom-10785450

iPhone 8 to ditch Apple's Lightning charging port, claim reports



from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2017/02/28/iphone-8-ditch-apples-lightning-charging-port-claim-reports/

Poll Recap: Colic Surgery

Of the 1,116 respondents, 615 (55%) said they would have to consider the possible outcomes of colic surgery with their veterinarian before making a decision.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/38878

General warns Brit IS fighters: 'We'll kill you'

A senior British military officer has warned Britons fighting for Islamic State that "we will find you and kill you".

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/general-warns-british-islamic-state-fighters-we-will-find-and-kill-you-10785289

EU trade deal could 'play long', admits Boris

Boris Johnson has admitted a free trade deal with the EU could take longer than two years, urging businesses: "Let's just wait and see."

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/eu-trade-deal-in-two-years-lets-just-wait-and-see-says-boris-johnson-10785090

Feeding Broodmares During Late Gestation

With a rapidly growing foal on board, late gestation can pose nutritional challenges for pregnant mares.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/38877

Boston Dynamics reveals 'nightmare-inducing' new robot Handle



from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2017/02/28/boston-dynamics-reveals-nightmare-inducing-new-robot-handle/

Chancellor accused of sexist remark to MP

The Chancellor has been accused of sexism after telling a Labour MP not to be "hysterical" during a parliamentary question session.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/chancellor-accused-of-sexism-after-telling-labour-mp-not-to-be-hysterical-10785109

BLM Concludes Cedar Mountain Gather, Removal, PZP Treatment

The BLM gathered 534 horses, of which 306 were permanently removed from the range. The remaining 228 horses were returned to the HMA; this includes 104 mares treated with the fertility control vaccine PZP.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/38876

Samsung heir Jay Y Lee charged with bribery and embezzlement in corruption scandal



from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2017/02/28/samsung-heir-jay-y-lee-charged-bribery-embezzlement-corruption/

Green 'pays £363m towards BHS pension scheme'

Sir Philip Green says he has paid £363m to settle the pension schemes of collapsed retailer BHS.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/philip-green-pays-163363m-towards-bhs-pension-scheme-10785232

Texas Authorities Seek Owner of Abandoned Mare

The Paint mare had a fractured right hind limb when she was discovered and was euthanized due to the severity of the injury.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/38874

Tunisia attack: Who were the British victims?

Islamist gunman Seifeddine Rezgui killed 30 Britons when he opened fire at a beach resort in Sousse, Tunisia, in June 2015.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/tunisia-beach-attack-who-were-the-british-victims-killed-in-sousse-10784959

Man jailed for life over Matalan double murder

A man who murdered his ex-girlfriend and her new partner outside the shop where they worked has been jailed for life.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/man-jailed-for-life-over-double-murder-outside-matalan-store-in-cardiff-10784992

Tunisia terror victim's family want 'justice'

The family of one of the 30 British victims of the 2015 terror attack in Tunisia have said they feel "robbed of a future".

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/tunisia-beach-attack-victims-family-want-justice-10785094

A Closer Look at Equine Upper Airway Disease

Dr. Norm Ducharme reviewed how to diagnose and treat upper airway disease during the Milne lecture at the 2016 AAEP Convention.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/38870

Tunisia victim's family feel 'robbed of a future’

The family of one of the 30 British victims of the 2015 terror attack in Tunisia have said they feel "robbed of a future".

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/tunisia-beach-attack-victims-family-feel-robbed-of-a-future-10785094

Two Hatton Garden thieves 'in earlier heist'

Two of the Hatton Garden heist gang tried to drill open a safe containing £40m of jewels in a previous raid that had "striking similarities", a jury has been told.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/two-hatton-garden-thieves-in-earlier-raid-at-bond-st-jewellers-10785075

Why you should 'love' instead of 'like' the Facebook posts that really matter to you



from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2017/02/28/should-love-instead-like-facebook-posts-really-matter/

UKIP MP called in after Farage says he must go

UKIP leader Paul Nuttall has arranged a meeting with the party's only MP after Nigel Farage called for him to be kicked out.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/ukip-mp-douglas-carswell-called-in-after-farage-calls-for-him-to-go-10784989

British songwriter accuses U2 of stealing song

A British songwriter is claiming rock band U2 stole one of his songs for their 1991 album Achtung Baby.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/british-songwriter-accuses-u2-of-stealing-song-for-achtung-baby-10784969

Man jailed for life over Matalan double murder

A man who murdered his ex-girlfriend and her new partner on a street in Cardiff city centre has been jailed for life.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/man-gets-life-in-jail-for-double-murder-outside-matalan-store-in-cardiff-10784992

Low-risk paedophiles 'should not be locked up'

A leading child protection officer has said paedophiles who view indecent images should not be given criminal sanctions unless they pose a physical threat to children.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/low-risk-paedophiles-should-not-be-locked-up-police-chief-says-10784907

Ofcom orders cut to landline-only BT bills

Telecoms regulator Ofcom has ordered BT to cut bills for standalone landline customers by up to £7 a month after finding that they were getting poor value for money.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/ofcom-orders-cut-to-landline-only-bt-bills-after-years-of-soaring-charges-10784940

Who was Abdul Sattar Edhi, Pakistan's humble 'Angel of Mercy' who founded a charity empire from a Karachi slum?



from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2017/02/28/abdul-sattar-edhi-89-birthday-pakistan-angel-of-mercy-father-teresa/

Millions of eggs to lose free range status

Millions of eggs on UK shelves are set to temporarily lose their free range status following measures to prevent the spread of bird flu.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/millions-of-eggs-on-uk-shelves-to-lose-free-range-status-10784889

Monday, 27 February 2017

Govt departments told to find cuts of up to 6%

Government departments have been told find cuts of up to 6% under plans to reduce public spending by billions.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/departments-told-to-find-cuts-of-up-to-6-as-part-of-16335bn-savings-plan-10784810

Millions of baby clothes being left unused

Seven out of 10 parents still have clothes their children wore as babies even though they have long outgrown them.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/seven-in-10-parents-still-have-baby-clothes-their-kids-have-outgrown-10784754

Families await Tunisia inquest conclusions

Relatives of the British victims of the Tunisian terror attack will today hear the conclusions of the inquest into the deaths.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/families-of-tunisia-terror-attack-victims-await-inquest-conclusions-10784780

Lords to defeat Brexit bill over EU citizens

The House of Lords is set to give the Government its first defeat on the Article 50 Brexit bill as early as Wednesday on the issue of protecting the rights of EU nationals.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/brexit-bill-to-be-defeated-by-lords-over-eu-nationals-rights-10784541

Firms act in self-defence amid Brexit worries

British businesses have already started setting up shadow units on the continent and shifting investment to the other side of the UK border in Ireland, according to a new report on Brexit from Britain's leading business lobby group.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/firms-start-to-act-in-self-defence-as-brexit-looms-bcc-survey-10784602

Most Tunisia terror attack deaths 'avoidable'

A member of the Tunisian committee which investigated the terror attack in Sousse says better planning could have prevented many of the deaths.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/tunisia-terror-attack-most-deaths-in-sousse-massacre-avoidable-10784645

Tuesday's national newspaper front pages

WHAT'S IN THE PAPERS?

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/tuesdays-national-newspaper-front-pages-10784623

Royals and stars hail cultural ties with India

Britain's cultural ties to India are to be celebrated over the coming year, and the fanfare has begun with a glittering reception at Buckingham Palace.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/royals-join-stars-to-celebrate-cultural-ties-with-india-10784435

Sister hopes Palmer-Tomkinson 'heals in heaven'

Tara Palmer-Tomkinson's sister has led the tributes at the socialite's funeral, saying she hopes "angels wrap their wings" around her and she "heals in heaven".

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/tara-palmer-tomkinsons-funeral-sister-hopes-socialite-heals-in-heaven-10784532

Some Horses Returned After Colorado Seizure

A judge ordered that 24 horses be returned to their owner while another 39 remain impounded.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/38873

Protein and Equine Ration Balancers: Let's Do the Math

Nutritionist Clair Thunes explains why ration-balancer protein contents might seem high but aren't.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/38871

Major: Brexit voters made 'historic mistake'

Former prime minister Sir John Major has said it was a "historic mistake" that a majority of voters opted to leave the EU.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/major-brexit-voters-made-a-historic-mistake-10784495

Compensation bill hike hits NHS and insurers

Insurers have condemned a "crazy" reform increasing payouts for personal injury victims that they say will lead to steeply higher premiums for motorists as well as landing the NHS with a £1bn bill.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/crazy-compensation-bill-hike-to-hit-nhs-and-insurers-10783733

Sky launches new News at 10 programme

Sky is re-launching its News at 10 programme with a new-look set and a focus on content from the Sky News team of specialists.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/sky-news-launches-new-news-at-10-programme-10784378

Matalan killer researched 'how to slice neck'

A "controlling" man carried out research into the easiest way to kill someone before murdering his ex-girlfriend and her new boyfriend, a court has heard.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/cardiff-matalan-killer-researched-how-to-slice-neck-10784278

Cowell burglar convicted of £1m jewellery raid

A man has been convicted of stealing jewellery worth nearly £1m from the Holland Park home of entertainment mogul Simon Cowell.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/cowell-burglar-convicted-of-1631m-jewellery-raid-10784361

Child abuse inquiry in email addresses blunder

The email addresses of people who registered to a child abuse victims forum have been shared with others in a blunder by the Independent Inquiry into Child Sex Abuse.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/child-abuse-inquiry-in-email-addresses-blunder-10784228

'Tricky Cases From the Field' Topic of March 7 Lecture

Equine field veterinarians from Penn Vet's New Bolton Center will share details of complex cases from the field.

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Abdul Sattar Edhi, the humble 'Angel of Mercy' who founded a charity empire from a Pakistani slum



from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2017/02/27/who-was-abdul-sattar-edhi-pakistans-angel-of-mercy/

Abdul Sattar Edhi, the humble 'Angel of Mercy' man who founded a charity empire from a Pakistani slum



from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2017/02/27/edhi/

Trace Mineral Basics: Zinc and Copper

Learn more about these trace minerals that are vital to horse health.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/38867

MWC 2017: Sony projector turns any surface into a touchscreen



from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2017/02/27/mwc-2017-sony-projector-turns-surface-touchscreen/

MWC 2017: The biggest announcements and inventions



from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2017/02/27/mwc-2017-biggest-announcements-inventions/

Storm Doris: Man dies after tree fell on car

A pensioner in a car crushed by a tree blown over when Storm Doris struck has died in hospital.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/storm-doris-pensioner-dies-three-days-after-tree-fell-on-car-10784062

Practical Biosecurity for Equine Veterinarians

Biosecurity for equine veterinarians, especially in ambulatory practices, presents challenges. Veterinarians share their tips.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/38866

'Widespread' abuse of UK emigrants, inquiry told

Children forced to leave the UK as migrants were subjected to "widespread systematic sexual abuse", the Independent Inquiry into Child Sexual Abuse has heard.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/children-forced-to-leave-uk-under-migrant-scheme-suffered-widespread-sex-abuse-10783953

Energy switching reaches six-year high: Ofgem

The rate of customers switching energy suppliers rose to a six-year high in 2016, regulator Ofgem said.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/energy-switching-reaches-six-year-high-says-ofgem-10783813

Nokia 3310 review: The brick phone is back



from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2017/02/27/nokia-3310-review-brick-phone-back/

Patients put at risk after NHS loses records

Thousands of patients have been put at risk after the NHS lost more than 500,000 pieces of medical correspondence, including cancer test results.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/thousands-of-patients-put-at-risk-after-nhs-mislaid-500000-pieces-of-medical-documents-10783804

Sunday, 26 February 2017

Action needed to avoid NHS 'catastrophe'

The Government must take "targeted action" to avoid a "catastrophic failure" in the NHS, an influential parliamentary committee has said.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/government-warned-it-must-act-to-avoid-nhs-catastrophe-10783613

Cancer patients forced to borrow money from parents

Thousands of middle-aged people with cancer are being forced to borrow money from their parents, according to a new study.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/cancer-patients-forced-to-borrow-money-from-parents-says-study-10783487

Fearful judges boost home security amid threats

Tens of thousands of pounds of public money has been spent on boosting security measures at the homes of judges who have become fearful for their safety following unpopular rulings.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/judges-involved-in-unpopular-rulings-boost-home-security-amid-threats-10782655

Game of Thrones actor and gentle giant dies

Game of Thrones actor Neil Fingleton, who was Britain's tallest man, has reportedly died at the age of 36.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/neil-fingleton-games-of-thrones-actor-and-gentle-giant-dies-at-36-10783182

Cyber attacks against financial services cost consumers £8bn in 2016, research reveals



from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2017/02/27/cyber-attacks-against-financial-services-cost-consumers-8bn/

Sir Gerald Kaufman: Oldest serving MP dies

Sir Gerald Kaufman, the Labour MP and Father of the House of Commons, has died aged 86.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/sir-gerald-kaufman-oldest-serving-mp-in-the-commons-dies-aged-86-10783626

More technology visas granted after fears of worker shortage



from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2017/02/26/technology-visas-granted-fears-worker-shortage/

Monday's national newspaper front pages

WHAT'S IN THE PAPERS?

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/mondays-national-newspaper-front-pages-10783532

Welsh rugby star, 20, killed in car crash

The family of a Welsh rugby international who was killed in a car crash have paid tribute to her, saying she was "loved and valued by many".

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/welsh-rugby-star-elli-norkett-20-killed-in-car-crash-10783515

National Conference on Equine Law to be Held May 3-4

The conference will cover legal issues affecting breeding, buying, selling, ownership interests, racing, and other business operations of the horse industry.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/38856

Nokia 3310: Iconic mobile returns with a battery that lasts a month - and yes it has Snake 



from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2017/02/26/nokia-3310-iconic-mobile-returns-battery-lasts-month-yes-has/

Storm Ewan arrives - just days after Doris

Parts of the UK are bracing for strong winds, heavy rain and ice just days after Storm Doris left a trail of destruction in its wake.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/storm-ewan-arrives-only-days-after-doris-left-trail-of-destruction-10783018

Lawmaker Wants Wild Horses Put Under States' Jurisdiction

Rep. Ken Ivory's resolution demands the federal government either control population growth or relinquish federal jurisdiction of the animals.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/38865

Tom Watson: Where are Corbyn's 'cheerleaders'?

Labour deputy leader Tom Watson has challenged union boss Len McCluskey and other Jeremy Corbyn "cheerleaders" to be more public in their backing of the under-fire Labour leader.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/labours-tom-watson-where-are-jeremy-corbyns-cheerleaders-10782855

Sir Mo Farah rejects leaked coach doping report

Sir Mo Farah has said that he has "never broken the rules" on drugs in his sport, following the leaking of a report naming his coach.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/sir-mo-rejects-leaked-coach-doping-report-10782839

Mare and Foal Nutrition Study Creates New Areas of Interest

Researchers recently conducted a study on the effects of starch source on mare and foal hindgut bacteria.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/38848

Three critically hurt as car hits pedestrians

Five people have been injured - three critically - after a car hit a wall and ploughed into a group of pedestrians in London.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/three-critically-injured-after-being-hit-by-a-car-in-south-east-london-10782741

Farah rejects leaked coach doping report

Mo Farah has said that he has "never broken the rules" on drugs in his sport, following the leaking of a report naming his coach.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/farah-rejects-leaked-coach-doping-report-10782839

Five people in hospital after being hit by car

Five people are in hospital after a car hit a wall and collided with a group of pedestrians in London.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/five-people-in-hospital-after-being-hit-by-a-car-in-south-east-london-10782741

Home Sec: Brexit will end freedom of movement

Brexit will spell the "end of freedom of movement as we know it" - but the numbers will not just suddenly fall once Britain leaves the European Union, the Home Secretary has said.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/brexit-will-end-freedom-of-movement-as-we-know-it-says-home-secretary-amber-rudd-10782740

Allen in Twitter break after stillbirth taunts

Lily Allen appears to have given up control of her Twitter account after trolls taunted her about the stillbirth of her son.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/lily-allen-hands-over-twitter-account-after-stillbirth-taunts-10782658

Saturday, 25 February 2017

IS threat to UK 'as great as IRA's in 70s'

Islamic State militants are planning "indiscriminate attacks" on UK citizens on a scale similar to those perpetrated by the IRA 40 years ago, the new terrorism watchdog has said.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/is-terror-threat-is-highest-since-days-of-ira-uk-terror-laws-watchdog-10782605

The keyboard returns as Blackberry goes back to the future 



from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2017/02/26/keyboard-returns-blackberry-goes-back-future/

Brexit 'may reduce co-operation' in N Ireland

Senator George Mitchell - credited with brokering the Good Friday Agreement - fears Brexit has added to the challenge of peace-making in Northern Ireland.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/brexit-may-reduce-prospect-of-co-operation-in-northern-ireland-10782583

Mitchell: Brexit poses threat to peace-making

If there is anyone who might know how to rescue Northern Ireland's devolved government, it is the American whose peace-making established it.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/senator-george-mitchell-brexit-threat-to-peace-making-10782595

Lord Heseltine to rebel against PM on Brexit

Theresa May is facing a rebellion in the House of Lords - with Tory grandee Michael Heseltine vowing to defy the Prime Minister and back opposition efforts to ensure Parliament gets a meaningful vote on the final outcome of Brexit negotiations.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/lord-heseltine-to-head-tory-rebellion-against-pm-on-brexit-10782525

Corbyn vows to 'turn back Tory tide' after loss

Jeremy Corbyn is claiming he can "turn back the Tory tide" despite a new opinion poll suggesting Labour would perform much better with a new leader.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/corbyn-vows-to-turn-back-the-tory-tide-after-copeland-loss-10782573

Sunday's national newspaper front pages

WHAT'S IN THE PAPERS?

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/sundays-national-newspaper-front-pages-10782505

Rare humpback whale sighted off Devon coast

Photographers and sightseers are flocking to the coast of south Devon to witness a rare sighting of a humpback whale.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/rare-humpback-whale-sighted-off-devon-coast-10781993

Barclays card payments fail for several hours

Customers with Barclays bank were unable to use their cards to make payments or withdraw cash for several hours.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/barclays-card-payment-system-fails-for-several-hours-10782430

Plan to revive iconic Sinclair ZX Spectrum hit by legal turmoil



from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2017/02/25/plan-revive-iconic-sinclair-zx-spectrum-hit-legal-turmoil/

Fertilizing Cool Season Horse Pastures

Good pasture management begins with maintaining good soil fertility to promote the growth of desirable grasses.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/38847

Woman charged after boy, 3, killed by dog

A woman has been charged with owning a dangerously out of control dog following the death of a three-year-old boy in August 2016.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/woman-charged-with-dog-offence-after-three-year-old-boys-death-10781563

Woman charged with dog offence after boy's death

A woman has been charged with owning a dangerously out of control dog following the death of a three-year-old boy in August 2016.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/woman-charged-with-dog-offence-after-boys-death-10781563

UK Graduate Student Spotlight: Caroline Loos

Loos is studying how muscle protein metabolism is regulated and how factors like exercise, diet, medication, and disease affect muscle development.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/38849

Tom Watson says Labour 'has to do better'

Labour's deputy leader Tom Watson has told supporters the party "has to change" but stressed "this is not the time for a leadership election".

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/tom-watson-labour-has-to-do-better-but-corbyn-should-stay-10781044

Tips for Returning Horses to Work After Soft-Tissue Injury

Treating each case with a tailored rehab plan and having veterinarians recheck the injury regularly are just two of the puzzle pieces.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/38864

Ranieri arrives at Leicester to say goodbye

Sacked Leicester City manager Claudio Ranieri has arrived at the club's training ground to say goodbye to staff and players.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/claudio-ranieri-arrives-at-leicester-to-say-goodbye-to-staff-and-players-10780954

Friday, 24 February 2017

Squatters 'could pose risk' to Palace security

Squatters in a seven-storey building just metres away from Buckingham Palace are preparing for the prospect of eviction after being branded a possible risk to the Queen's security.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/squatters-braced-for-eviction-over-buckingham-palace-security-10780839

Toxic air 'endangering health of children'

Tens of thousands of children in a quarter of London schools are being exposed to illegal levels of air pollution that can cause lifelong health problems , a study has found.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/pollution-study-tens-of-thousands-of-children-breathing-in-toxic-air-10780834

McIlroy defends playing golf with Trump

Rory McIlroy has defended his decision to play golf with Donald Trump after a flood of criticism and abuse, saying it "was, quite simply, a round of golf".

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/rory-mcilroy-says-game-of-golf-with-donald-trump-not-an-endorsement-10780825

Miliband: Labour at its weakest for 50 years

David Miliband has thrown himself into Labour's by-election infighting by declaring the party is at its weakest for 50 years, while also refusing to rule out a comeback.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/david-miliband-labour-at-its-weakest-for-50-years-under-corbyn-10780822

CCTV shows hit-and-run driver mowing down teen

CCTV footage has emerged of the moment a motorist mounted a pavement and drove into a teenage girl, before speeding away.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/cctv-shows-hit-and-run-driver-mowing-down-teen-in-birmingham-10780736

Card killer: Is finger pay the new contactless?

Camden Market in north London. A swirl of people hunting for bargains, trends and photo opportunities. And amid it all is a chance to see the future.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/paying-for-a-pint-with-your-finger-the-tech-that-could-kill-off-cards-10780629

Foo Fighters to headline at Glastonbury 2017

The Foo Fighters have been announced as headliners for Glastonbury Festival 2017.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/foo-fighters-to-headline-at-glastonbury-2017-10780645

Saturday's national newspaper front pages

WHAT'S IN THE PAPERS?

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/saturdays-national-newspaper-front-pages-10780612

Woman falls 30ft down well while viewing house

An estate agent has been fined £200,000 after a woman fell 30ft down a well while viewing a house.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/househunters-30ft-fall-down-well-lands-estate-agent-with-163200000-fine-10780515

Mother's grief over son killed by single punch

The mother of banker Oliver Dearlove, who was killed by a single punch to the head, has told Sky News how she said goodbye to him in his final hours.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/oliver-dearlove-mother-tells-of-last-moments-with-son-after-fatal-attack-10780497

Remains of missing Briton found in Crete well

The remains of a British holidaymaker who went missing in Crete more than a decade ago have been found in a well on the island.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/remains-of-briton-steven-cook-found-down-well-in-crete-10780206

Video: Santa hat robber holds up shop with knife

Footage has emerged of the moment a man armed with a kitchen knife robbed a supermarket while wearing a Santa hat.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/cctv-footage-shows-santa-hat-robber-holding-up-co-op-store-with-kitchen-knife-10780193

Disease Maps, Surveillance System Help Navigate Outbreaks

In order to mitigate the consequences of a disease outbreak, it is important to understand where the disease is spreading.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/38857

Blind man tasered as police mistake cane for gun

A blind man was tasered by police after his folding cane was mistaken for a gun.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/blind-man-tasered-as-police-mistake-cane-for-gun-10780326

Sacked Leicester boss: 'My dream has died'

Sacked Leicester City manager Claudio Ranieri has responded to his dismissal saying: "Yesterday my dream died."

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/sacked-leicester-boss-claudio-ranieri-my-dream-has-died-10780353

Snake: play the classic Nokia 3310 time-waster here



from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2017/02/24/snake-play-classic-nokia-3310-time-waster/

Royal Mail to hike stamp prices from March

The price of stamps is to increase next month, Royal Mail has announced.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/royal-mail-to-increase-stamp-prices-from-next-month-10780185

What is fake news? Its origins and how it grew in 2016



from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/0/fake-news-origins-grew-2016/

Equine Odontoclastic Tooth Resorption and Hypercementosis

EOTRH is a mouthful to say but leaves horses without mouth full of teeth. Dr. Lynn Caldwell explains.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/38859

Farage hits out over Nuttall by-election campaign

Nigel Farage has piled pressure on his successor over UKIP's defeat in Stoke-on-Trent Central, claiming he should have done better in the crunch by-election.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/nigel-farage-hits-out-over-ukip-leader-nuttalls-by-election-campaign-10780217

Peugeot boss offering assurance over Vauxhall

The boss of Peugeot has come to Britain to give assurances about the future of Vauxhall, should a deal to buy it go ahead.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/peugeot-boss-offering-assurance-over-vauxhall-in-union-talks-10779974

Massage Therapist Could Face Charges in Tennessee

Laurie Wheeler could be charged with practicing veterinary medicine without a license.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/38863

Drone 'narrowly avoids' crashing into plane

A drone "narrowly avoided" colliding with a plane preparing to land in severe weather, the UK Airprox Board (UKAB) has said.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/drone-narrowly-avoids-crashing-into-plane-landing-at-east-midlands-airport-10780019

Nevada Officials: Horses Exposed to Infectious Diseases

The Nevada Department of Agriculture has received reports of horses being exposed to EHV-4 and strangles.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/38862

Female Equestrians Needed for Study on Breast Health

A research team is studying breast biomechanics, which they hope could lead to applying engineering principles to design a better equestrian sports bra.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/38846

Road rage killer Noye could move to open prison

Road rage killer Kenneth Noye may be allowed to move to an open prison after the High Court overruled a decision by former justice secretary Michael Gove.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/road-rage-killer-kenneth-noye-could-be-moved-to-open-prison-10779738

Storm Doris: Woman killed in Wolverhampton named

The 29-year-old woman who died in Wolverhampton after being struck by debris during Storm Doris has been named as Tahnie Martin.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/storm-doris-woman-killed-in-wolverhampton-named-as-tahnie-martin-10779972

Airline boss dismisses BA pay complaints

The boss of British Airways owner International Airlines Group has dismissed a complaint from striking cabin crew that some are so badly paid that they have to sleep in their cars.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/airline-boss-dismisses-ba-pay-complaints-as-small-issue-10779711

Super Senior Sport Horses

Meet three equine athletes that are excelling in their golden years, along with how their owners and veterinarians are keeping them feeling good.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/37172

Man jailed over banker's one-punch killing

A 31-year-old man has been jailed for six years with five years on extended licence for killing a banker with a single punch.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/trevor-timon-jailed-over-killing-of-banker-oliver-dearlove-10779776

Apple looking into reports iPhone 7 exploded while owner was asleep 



from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2017/02/24/apple-looking-reports-iphone-7-exploded-owner-asleep/

Fitbit defends step goal after experts criticise 10,000 a day target as meaningless



from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2017/02/24/fitbit-defends-step-goal-experts-criticise-10000-day-target/

Google sues Uber over 'stolen' driverless car technology



from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2017/02/24/google-sues-uber-stolen-driverless-car-technology/

McDonnell urges unity after Copeland defeat

Shadow chancellor John McDonnell has urged Labour to unite losing a safe seat to the Tories, in an area held by the party since 1935.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/john-mcdonnell-urges-labour-unity-after-copeland-defeat-10779544

Guess who's back to headline UK festivals?

Hip-hop veteran Eminem has been confirmed to headline the UK's twin festivals Reading and Leeds this summer.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/guess-whos-back-eminem-to-headline-reading-and-leeds-festivals-10779504

Investigations launched into EU vote spending

Investigations have been launched into the spending of both campaigns in the EU referendum, the Electoral Commission has said.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/investigations-launched-into-eu-referendum-spending-10779555

Two arrested over escape of murderer

Two people have been arrested in connection with murderer Shaun Walmsley's escape from custody.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/two-held-over-murderer-shaun-walmsleys-escape-10779476

Beats X headphones review: Apple's AirPod alternatives



from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2017/02/24/beats-x-headphones-review-apples-airpod-alternatives/

RBS annual losses more than treble to £6.96bn

Royal Bank of Scotland boss Ross McEwan insisted the lender was on its way back to health after a "remarkable journey" despite reporting a ninth straight annual loss of £6.96bn.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/rbs-in-the-red-for-ninth-year-in-a-row-as-losses-more-than-treble-to-163696bn-10779470

Thursday, 23 February 2017

Cowell security guard 'on loo' during £1m raid

Simon Cowell's security guard was using the toilet when a burglar broke in and stole almost £1m worth of jewellery from the music mogul's house, a court has heard.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/simon-cowells-security-guard-on-the-loo-during-1631m-raid-on-x-factor-supremos-home-10779457

RBS annual losses more than treble to £6.96bn

State-backed Royal Bank of Scotland has reported a loss of £6.96bn for 2016, its ninth year in the red.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/state-backed-rbs-annual-losses-more-than-treble-to-163696bn-10779470

Corbyn election win 'impossible' after Copeland

Labour met with triumph and disaster within the space of an hour in the early hours of this morning.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/corbyn-election-win-impossible-after-labours-crushing-copeland-defeat-10779439

Labour beats UKIP leader to hold Stoke Central

Labour's Gareth Snell has won the Stoke-on-Trent Central by-election, holding the seat and defeating UKIP leader Paul Nuttall.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/stoke-central-by-election-labour-beats-ukip-leader-paul-nuttall-10779400

Friday's national newspaper front pages

WHAT'S IN THE PAPERS?

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/fridays-national-newspaper-front-pages-10779317

Construction recruits dry up amid Brexit fears

Managers in the construction industry have told Sky News they are struggling to recruit much-needed European workers following the vote to leave the EU.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/construction-recruits-dry-up-amid-brexit-fears-10779233

N Ireland bomb 'intended to kill' police officer

Police in Northern Ireland have confirmed that an explosion at an officer's home in Londonderry was caused by an under-vehicle bomb and say it was designed to kill.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/northern-ireland-bomb-intended-to-kill-police-officer-10779230

Tweets from Rood & Riddle's Client Education Seminar

Read the top tweets and take-homes from Rood & Riddle Equine Hospital's client education seminar. Veterinarians answered questions on topics including infectious diseases, foal conformation, cardiovascular problems, and more.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/38861

Leicester City manager Claudio Ranieri sacked

Manager Claudio Ranieri has been sacked by Premier League champions Leicester City nine months after they lifted the title.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/claudio-ranieri-manager-sacked-by-leicester-city-10779123

MI5 dropped Brit suicide bomber from watch list

A British IS suicide bomber, who had been held at Guantanamo Bay for three years, was no longer under surveillance by MI5 when he fled the UK in 2014, Sky News has been told.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/mi5-dropped-british-suicide-bomber-jamal-al-harith-from-watch-list-10779013

Barclays boss backs London's Brexit future

The chief executive of Barclays has insisted that London will remain Europe's pre-eminent financial centre even after Britain leaves the EU.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/barclays-boss-backs-londons-brexit-future-in-sky-news-interview-10778946

EHM Confirmed in Denton County, Texas, Horse

The affected horse attended barrel racing events in two Texas cities prior to disease presentation and confirmation.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/38860

Older Horse Dental Problems

Dr. Lynn Caldwell shares information about dental issues horses face as they age.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/38858

Boy died as mother paid at Topshop till

A boy died when a queue barrier fell on his head as his mother was paying at the till of a Topshop store, an inquest has heard.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/kaden-reddick-death-boy-died-as-mother-paid-at-topshop-till-10778742

Annual Career Fair Unites College Students, Equine industry

The ninth UK Ag Equine Programs' Equine Career and Opportunity Fair on March 7 from 4:30 to 7 p.m., in Lexington.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/38855

Peugeot boss eyes Vauxhall owner turnaround

The car boss eyeing a takeover of Vauxhall's owner has said it could help turn around the loss-making company's fortunes - but made no pledges on jobs.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/peugeot-boss-we-can-turn-around-ailing-vauxhall-owner-10778647

Eastern Tent Caterpillar Eggs Could Hatch Early in Kentucky

Entomologists predict that this year's egg hatch this year could beat the previous record for early hatching "soundly."

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/38854

How to post multiple photos in Instagram



from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/0/post-multiple-photos-instagram/

UK Animal Shelter Study First in More Than 20 Years

Researchers found that a lack of sufficient funding was the major problem identified by the majority of shelter workers.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/38853

Henning Leaving Post as Head of UK Cooperative Extension

Dr. Jimmy Henning will return to the College of Agriculture, Food and Environment's faculty as an extension forage specialist.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/38852

Nuclear bunker raid uncovers £1m cannabis farm

Police have found "thousands" of cannabis plants, valued at more than £1m, in an underground nuclear bunker built during the 1980s.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/enormous-1631m-cannabis-haul-found-in-raid-on-1980s-nuclear-bunker-10778612

Nielsen Named Co-Editor of Parasitology Journal

Dr. Martin Nielsen was recently named the North American co-editor-in-chief of Veterinary Parasitology.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/38850

Net migration is down, but is it Brexit ?

There is no doubt that on 26 May 2016 the ONS net migration total of 333,000 became one of the most important figures of the EU referendum campaign.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/net-migration-is-down-but-is-it-brexit-thats-done-it-10778518

Paolo Nutini arrested over drink-driving

Pop star Paolo Nutini has been arrested in his home town of Paisley, Renfrewshire over alleged drink-driving and traffic offences.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/paolo-nutini-arrested-over-drink-driving-in-home-town-of-paisley-10778381

New Nonsurgical Equine Sterilization Technique in the Works

While the actual product might still be several years away, researchers are currently testing "promising technologies."

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/38844

'Suicide bomber' payout questioned by MPs

A Home Office minister has refused to answer questions about whether a Briton who apparently became a suicide bomber in Iraq had received a £1m payout.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/suicide-bomber-ronald-fidder-compensation-payout-questioned-10778487

Taxpayer stake in Lloyds cut to less than 4%

Lloyds Banking Group has edged a step closer to full private sector ownership as the Treasury cut its stake in the lender to less than 4%.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/taxpayer-stake-in-bailed-out-lloyds-cut-to-less-than-4-10778417

Net migration drops - lowest for three years

Net migration has fallen to its lowest level in three years, driven by a sharp increase in the number of eastern Europeans leaving in the wake of Brexit.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/brexodus-net-migration-falls-below-300000-lowest-for-three-years-10778369

The biggest technology flops in history



from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/0/biggest-technology-flops-history/

Killer gets 34 years for author's murder

The fiance of Helen Bailey has been jailed for 34 years for drugging and killing the author in a plot to inherit her fortune.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/ian-stewart-jailed-for-at-least-34-years-for-helen-baileys-murder-10778448

Brits stars pay tribute to George Michael

Friends and artists paid tribute to the late George Michael at the Brit Awards, honouring the star's "spellbinding" performances.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/brit-awards-stars-pay-tribute-to-george-michael-10778292

Barclays profits nearly treble to £3.2bn

Barclays profits have surged after the cost of past misconduct fell and traders cashed in on market volatility following the Brexit vote and Donald Trump's election.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/brexit-and-trump-help-barclays-profits-nearly-treble-to-16332bn-10778278

Brexit could trigger doctor exodus, union warns

Two in five European doctors could leave the UK because of the Brexit vote in an exodus that would mean "disaster" for the NHS, a doctors' union has warned.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/brexit-could-trigger-nhs-doctor-exodus-union-warns-10778303

Forget five-a-day, 10 fruit and veg is best

Protection against disease increases with each extra fruit and veg portion per day, according to experts.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/forget-five-a-day-eat-10-fruit-and-veg-to-prevent-premature-death-10778291

HTC U Ultra review: Does a phone really need two screens?



from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2017/02/23/htc-u-ultra-review-does-phone-really-need-two-screens/

British Gas profits hit by customer exodus

British Gas owner Centrica said profits at its UK residential supply business fell 11% as it faced up to competition in the energy market.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/british-gas-residential-profits-down-11-amid-customer-exodus-10778286

Wednesday, 22 February 2017

Cheryl confirms pregnancy in campaign image

Singer Cheryl has confirmed her pregnancy by cradling her baby bump during a photoshoot for the launch of a new campaign aimed at raising the confidence of young people.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/pop-star-cheryl-confirms-pregnancy-in-campaign-launch-10778228

Gales and heavy snow as Storm Doris hits UK

Parts of Britain are braced for bad weather as Storm Doris is set to bring gale-force winds and heavy snow.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/gales-and-heavy-snow-as-storm-doris-triggers-weather-warnings-in-uk-10778218

Truss puts faith in reforming prison inmates

Prisons will need to prove they are reforming their inmates and preventing them committing further crimes under new laws unveiled on Thursday.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/liz-truss-to-cut-reoffending-under-major-reforms-to-jails-and-courts-10778210

Seven Earth-sized exoplanets discovered: what does the Nasa announcement about the TRAPPIST-1 solar system all mean?



from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2017/02/23/seven-earth-sized-exoplanets-discovered-does-nasa-announcement/

Kids' holiday hunger 'is a moral outrage'

Unprecedented numbers of free meals have been given out to children in deprived areas this half term in an ongoing effort to combat hunger in the UK. 

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/kids-school-holiday-hunger-in-england-is-a-moral-outrage-10778207

Thursday's national newspaper front pages

WHAT'S IN THE PAPERS?

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/thursdays-national-newspaper-front-pages-10778116

David Bowie honoured with two Brit Awards

David Bowie has been named best British male solo artist at the Brit Awards - 13 months after his death at the age of 69.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/brit-awards-honour-david-bowie-with-best-male-solo-artist-and-best-album-gongs-10778052

David Bowie named Brits' best solo artist

David Bowie has been named best British Male Solo Artist at the Brit Awards - 13 months after his death.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/brit-awards-honour-david-bowie-with-best-male-solo-artist-gong-10778052

Single mum on benefits wins £14.5m in lottery

A single mother of four who scooped £14.5m with a EuroMillions lucky dip ticket says she is overwhelmed to know "I'm never going to have to struggle again". 

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/single-mum-on-163400-a-week-benefits-scoops-163145m-on-euromillions-10777763

How you can be a better 'dabber' than Tom Watson

The "dab" dance is a phenomenon that has caught on around the world.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/how-you-can-perfect-the-dabbing-move-tom-watson-apparently-tried-at-pmqs-10777884

Take-Homes from February KENA Discussion on EHV-1

Read our editor's take-home EHV-1 tweets from the Kentucky Horse Council's KENA meeting held Feb. 21.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/38845

People told to unplug dangerous tumble dryers

People with faulty Hotpoint, Indesit and Creda tumble dryers have been told to unplug their machines until they have been repaired.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/people-told-to-unplug-dangerous-tumble-dryers-10777851

Murdered toddler 'invisible to professionals'

A toddler murdered by her legal guardian was "invisible to professionals" and should "never have been placed" in the woman's care, according to a review.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/toddler-murdered-by-guardian-almost-invisible-to-professionals-review-finds-10777664

Apple's new $5bn headquarters to open in April



from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2017/02/22/apples-new-5bn-headquarters-open-april/

Apple Park: Inside Apple's futuristic new headquarters



from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2017/02/07/apples-futuristic-new-spaceship-campus-pictures/

Family says Gitmo changed 'IS suicide bomber'

The family of Jamal al Harith, who was named by IS as a suicide bomber in Iraq, say they have not had his death confirmed.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/family-of-is-suicide-bomber-says-gitmo-utterly-changed-him-10777865

The 'Creaky' Performance Horse

Seasoned sport horses often need a little extra TLC to continue performing well into middle age.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/38839

Single-punch killer found not guilty of murder

An unemployed plasterer who admitted the one-punch manslaughter of a banker in an unprovoked attack has been cleared of murder.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/trevor-timon-cleared-of-oliver-dearloves-murder-after-single-punch-assault-10777840

UKIP at 'tipping point' says biggest donor

UKIP's richest donor says the party is at a "tipping point" and has hinted he may pour his millions into another political movement if the party fails to be sufficiently radical.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/ukip-at-tipping-point-says-biggest-donor-arron-banks-10777748

What's so Cool About Coolers?

Find out why using coolers on horses post-exercise makes good sense.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/38842

2016 AAEP Convention Wrap-Up

Read our in-depth coverage from the 2016 American Association of Equine Practitioners Convention in Orlando, Florida. Topics include lameness rehabilitation, infectious disease control, feeding recommendations and more.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/38843

Police to probe death of killer's first wife

The man convicted of murdering children's author Helen Bailey is facing an investigation into what police called the "sudden, unexpected" death of his first wife.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/helen-bailey-murder-police-to-probe-death-of-killer-ian-stewarts-first-wife-10777767

PM: There will be rates help for hard-hit firms

Firms hit hardest by the business rates rise will get "appropriate relief", Theresa May has insisted.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/pm-says-there-will-be-business-rates-help-for-hard-hit-firms-10777638

First woman ever appointed to lead Met Police

Scotland Yard has appointed its first female Commissioner in the force's 188 year history.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/cressida-dick-is-named-first-female-commissioner-in-mets-history-10777681

BLM Plans Challis Wild Horse Bait Trap Gather

The BLM hopes to gather 150 horses, remove 50, and treat mares returned to the range with a fertility control vaccine.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/38841

The Canary Wharf climbers found fame on YouTube: Should it allow daredevil stunt videos?



from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2017/02/22/canary-wharf-climbers-found-fame-youtube-should-allow-daredevil/

Helen Bailey: Killed by the man she loved

Bestselling author Helen Bailey was murdered by the man she loved.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/helen-bailey-childrens-author-killed-by-the-man-she-loved-10777557

A New Equine Joint Pain Treatment Might be on the Horizon

Anti-nerve growth factor has been shown to have significant pain-relieving effects in other species.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/38840

Helen Bailey's fiance found guilty of murder

A jury has convicted Helen Bailey's fiance, Ian Stewart, of killing the writer and dumping her body in a cesspit.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/helen-baileys-fiance-ian-stewart-found-guilty-of-murder-10777527

EU to play 'hardball' with 'British dosh'

European leaders will play "hardball" and demand "British dosh" in return for a free trade deal from the start of Brexit negotiations, the former UK ambassador to the EU has warned.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/eu-members-will-play-hard-ball-with-british-dosh-mps-are-warned-10777492

Helen Bailey’s fiance found guilty of murder

A jury has convicted Helen Bailey's fiance, Ian Stewart, of killing the writer and dumping her body in a cesspit.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/helen-bailey8217s-fiance-ian-stewart-found-guilty-of-murder-10777527

Officers probed after police taser race adviser

Two police officers are being investigated for gross misconduct after a race relations adviser was tasered when he was mistaken for a wanted man.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/two-officers-probed-after-police-taser-their-own-race-relations-adviser-in-bristol-10777515

PCSO commandeers gritter to find missing boy

A missing boy has been found thanks to a quick-thinking police officer who commandeered a gritter lorry to track him down.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/police-officer-commandeers-gritter-lorry-to-find-missing-boy-10777434

Police hunting escaped killer find car

Police have found a car used by two armed men who helped a convicted murderer escape from jail following a hospital appointment.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/police-hunting-for-escaped-killer-shaun-walmsley-find-car-10776848

Manufacturing drives GDP rise at end of 2016

The UK's gross domestic product (GDP) grew by 0.7% in the final three months of last year, up from an initial estimate of 0.6%.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/manufacturing-drives-gdp-rise-of-07-in-last-three-months-of-2016-10777427

32 best Android apps you should download right now



from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2016/01/25/best-android-apps-30-apps-you-should-download-today/

Coca-Cola u-turn over bottle return plan

Coca-Cola has reversed its opposition to a deposit return scheme for drinks bottles following a Sky News investigation.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/coca-cola-in-u-turn-over-plastic-bottle-deposit-scheme-10777393

The Sinclair C5 is reborn: 1980s electric tricycle gets 21st century update from inventor's nephew



from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2017/02/22/sinclair-c5-reborn-1980s-electric-tricycle-gets-21st-century/

Minimum income immigration requirement upheld

The Government's "minimum income" immigration requirement does not breach human rights legislation, the Supreme Court has ruled.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/supreme-court-upholds-minimum-income-immigration-requirement-10777407

Coca-Cola u-turn over plastic bottle return plan

Coca-Cola has reversed its opposition to a deposit return scheme for drinks bottles following a Sky News investigation.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/coca-cola-u-turn-over-plastic-bottle-deposit-scheme-10777393

We will need EU migrants for years, admits Davis

It will take "years and years" before British workers are ready to fill the low-skilled jobs left by EU migrants, Brexit Secretary David Davis has conceded.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/it-will-take-years-for-brits-to-fill-low-skilled-eu-migrant-jobs-says-brexit-secretary-10777345

Tuesday, 21 February 2017

Jeff Bezos' rise to fame in 90 seconds



from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/0/jeff-bezos-rise-fame-90-seconds/

Will Craig David get Brit Awards glory tonight?

Craig David says his return to the Brits has been a "rollercoaster ride".

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/brits-2017-diverse-nominees-in-the-running-for-awards-tonight-10777224

Firms need 'five year' Brexit transition term

The Government is being urged to agree a five-year transition to Brexit in its looming EU divorce talks to help business acclimatise.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/firms-need-five-year-brexit-transition-period-manufacturers-say-10776956

Exhibition charts Diana's rise as style icon

One of Princess Diana's favourite designers has spoken to Sky News about her unique star quality ahead of the launch of a new exhibition charting her rise as a style icon.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/exhibition-charts-princess-dianas-rise-as-style-icon-10777210

PM urged to act over British millionaire's death

Theresa May will be urged today to help get justice for a British man murdered in Ukraine.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/pm-urged-to-act-over-death-of-british-millionaire-barry-pring-10777216

Britons who have died fighting for IS



from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/britons-who-have-died-fighting-for-islamic-state-10777198

Hunt for man filmed dumping 'frightened' dog

The RSPCA is trying to identify a man filmed tying a dog to a fence before he ran off, abandoning it.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/rspca-hunt-for-man-filmed-dumping-frightened-lurcher-10776990

Wednesday's national newspaper front pages

WHAT'S IN THE PAPERS?

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/wednesdays-national-newspaper-front-pages-10777111

'British IS bomber' is former Guantanamo detainee

A British man said by Islamic State to have detonated a suicide bomb attacking Iraqi forces in Mosul is former Guantanamo Bay detainee Ronald Fiddler, Sky sources have said.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/british-is-suicide-bomber-named-as-ronald-fiddler-10777011

Manhunt as killer escapes in ambush on police

A convicted killer has escaped from police custody after two men launched an armed attack on officers in Liverpool.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/killer-shaun-walsmley-sprung-from-police-custody-in-liverpool-10776848

Murderer may have killed more, says victim's dad

The father of murdered Becky Godden has told Sky News he believes more victims of killer Christopher Halliwell are about to be found.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/murderer-christopher-halliwell-may-have-killed-more-says-victims-dad-10776774

Kentucky Derby, Preakness Winner Charismatic Dies

A necropsy revealed the cause of death to be fatal bleeding caused by a pelvic fracture.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/38838

British Cycling 'may have crossed ethical lines'

British Cycling may have crossed ethical lines in its treatment of athletes in the past, according to the chairman of UK Sport Rod Carr.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/british-cycling-may-have-crossed-ethical-lines-uk-sport-chairman-10776477

Storm Doris to batter UK with 80mph gusts

Strong winds and heavy rain are on the way as Storm Doris sweeps across the UK.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/storm-doris-to-batter-much-of-uk-with-80mph-gusts-10776520

Van de Walle Named Zweig Assistant Professor at Cornell

Gerlinde Van de Walle, DVM, PhD, is studying equine gastric ulcers, hepatitis, and wound healing.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/38837

Poll Recap: Complementary Therapies

Of the 665 respondents, 220 (33%) said their horses receive chiropractic care on a routine basis.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/38836

The biggest tech IPOs of all time - how many were flops?



from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2017/02/21/biggest-tech-ipos-time-many-flops/

Pie-eating keeper resigns from Sutton Utd

Wayne Shaw agrees to leave Sutton Utd after investigations are opened into his pie eating during the club's game against Arsenal.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/pie-eating-goalkeeper-wayne-shaw-resigns-from-sutton-utd-10776585

Photos of child with chickenpox used in Facebook fake cancer scam 



from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2017/02/21/photos-child-chickenpox-used-facebook-fake-cancer-scam/

FA probes Sutton goalkeeper's pie-eating

Sutton goalkeeper Wayne Shaw is at the centre of a betting probe after eating a pie on the substitutes' bench during an FA Cup defeat to Arsenal.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/fa-and-gambling-commission-probe-sutton-goalkeeper-wayne-shaws-pie-eating-10776421

Asda encouraged as it stems sales decline

Asda said it was seeing early signs of a turnaround under its new boss as it credited a shake-up over the last year for helping to stem falling sales.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/asdas-new-boss-encouraged-as-it-stems-sales-decline-10776471

Yahoo's sale to Verizon cut by $350m after cyber attacks



from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2017/02/21/yahoos-sale-verizon-cut-350m-cyber-attacks/

EE drones and balloons to fix mobile blackspots in rural areas



from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2017/02/21/ee-drones-balloons-fix-mobile-blackspots-rural-areas/

UK warned it faces 'very hefty' Brexit bill

Britain will be landed with a "very hefty bill" to get out of the EU exit door, European Commission President Jean-Claude Juncker has warned.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/uk-warned-brexit-bill-will-be-very-hefty-and-eu-trade-deal-will-take-years-10776352

EE drones and balloons to fix mobile blackspots in rural areas



from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2017/02/21/ee-drones-balloons-fix-mobile-blackspots-rural-areas/

How do Horses Get Hurt During Transport?

One in four drivers surveyed said they'd had a horse suffer an injury during transport.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/38835

Carney admits Brexit could be 'smooth' after all

Bank of England governor Mark Carney has acknowledged that the UK's divorce from the EU may yet proceed smoothly - and that it would mean a higher path for interest rates.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/carney-eyes-smooth-brexit-scenario-that-could-mean-higher-growth-and-interest-rates-10776321

EE drones and balloons to fix mobile blackspots in rural areas



from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2017/02/21/ee-drones-balloons-fix-mobile-blackspots-rural-areas/

Hammond on track after record surplus boost

Chancellor Philip Hammond looks on course to meet his first Budget deficit target - easing the pressure for a fiscal squeeze - after public finance figures showed a record surplus last month.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/hammond-on-track-for-deficit-target-after-record-surplus-10776253

Heterosexual couple lose civil partnership fight

The Court of Appeal has ruled a heterosexual couple do not have the right to enter into a civil partnership.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/heterosexual-couple-lose-civil-partnership-court-of-appeal-battle-10776197

Monday, 20 February 2017

Brexit shock sees HSBC net profit plunge 82%

HSBC has revealed its net profit plunged 82% in 2016, with "largely unexpected economic and political events" to blame.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/brexit-shock-sees-hsbc-net-profit-for-2016-plunge-by-82-10776094

'Teacher supply crisis' hitting England schools

England's schools are suffering from worsening teacher shortages, particularly in key subjects including physics and maths, MPs have warned.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/england-schools-suffering-from-teacher-supply-crisis-report-claims-10776066

Row escalates over changes to business rates

The Chancellor has assured MPs that he is listening to their concerns about upcoming changes to business rates - amid fears that higher costs could force small shops and pubs to close their doors.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/business-rate-changes-nothing-to-be-afraid-of-minister-insists-10776059

UKIP leader defiant amid Hillsborough claims

UKIP leader Paul Nuttall has repeatedly refused to rule out stepping down if he does not win the parliamentary by-election in Stoke-on-Trent on Thursday.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/ukip-leader-paul-nuttall-defiant-amid-hillsborough-claims-10775968

MPs in bad-tempered debate on Trump visit

President Trump's state visit to the UK will go ahead, the Government has emphatically declared despite opposition from MPs and protests all over the UK.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/mps-in-bad-tempered-debate-over-president-trumps-state-visit-10775938

Tuesday's national newspaper front pages

WHAT'S IN THE PAPERS?

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/tuesdays-national-newspaper-front-pages-10776006

Hague slams Tony Blair as Lords debate Brexit

William Hague has launched a scathing attack on Tony Blair's call to Brexit opponents to "rise up", as peers debate the Government's Article 50 Bill in the House of Lords.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/william-hague-slams-old-rival-tony-blair-as-lords-debate-brexit-10775855

VW defiant on UK dieselgate compensation

The boss of Volkswagen UK has said his company has "not misled anybody" and does not owe any compensation to British drivers, despite paying billions of pounds to customers in America.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/vw-boss-defiant-on-refusal-to-pay-dieselgate-compensation-in-uk-10775905

Police dig at killer Halliwell's former home

Police are digging up the garden of a house where double killer Christopher Halliwell once lived.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/police-dig-at-double-killer-christopher-halliwells-former-home-10775870

Minister upbeat on Vauxhall's UK future

The business secretary Greg Clark has told MPs "we start from a position of strength", as Vauxhall workers fret over a potential takeover by Peugeot (PSA) amid uncertainty over the UK's future outside the EU.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/vauxhall-future-peugeot-takes-pride-in-not-closing-plants-10775661

Do Horses Need Vitamin D Supplementation?

If you live at northern latitudes, you might lack vitamin D. But what about your horse?

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/38834

PM appears in Lords as peers debate Brexit

Prime Minister Theresa May made a brief appearance in the House of Lords as peers in the upper chamber started debating the Government's Brexit bill.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/theresa-may-will-be-in-the-house-of-lords-as-peers-start-debating-brexit-10775449

Hammer killer 'slept next to dead girlfriend'

A man bludgeoned his girlfriend to death with a lump hammer before spending the night sleeping next to her body in bed, a court has heard.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/hammer-killer-slept-next-to-girlfriend-after-brutal-attack-10775434

Trace Mineral Basics: Selenium

Selenium is required in very small amounts in the equine diet, but it has an important role in maintaining horse health.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/38832

Microsoft app lets motor neurone disease sufferers speak by moving their eyes



from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2017/02/20/microsoft-mobile-app-motor-neurone-disease-sufferers-speak-moving/

'£328m hit if migrants downed tools for a day'

The UK economy would take a £328m hit if all migrant workers downed tools for a day, according to new research.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/economy-would-take-163328m-hit-if-migrants-downed-tools-for-a-day-10775342

Will.i.am in deal to find Atom Bank's voice

One of Britain's new breed of banking start-ups has struck a deal with Will.i.am, the rapper and producer, that includes handing him an option over a multimillion pound stake in the business.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/digital-bank-atom-tries-to-find-its-voice-with-1634m-william-deal-10775439

Sports fail to reverse Tokyo 2020 funding cuts

Seven sports which lost all public funding ahead of Tokyo 2020 have had their appeals to UK Sport rejected.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/seven-sports-fail-to-reverse-tokyo-2020-funding-cuts-10775387

Tips for Refeeding Malnourished Horses

Time, patience, and care are critical as full rehabilitation can take weeks, months, or even longer.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/38814

UKIP officials quit over Hillsborough comments

Two senior UKIP officials have quit the party because of its "crass insensitivity" over the Hillsborough disaster.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/ukip-officials-quit-party-because-of-crass-insensitivity-over-hillsborough-10775207

Ex-Beatles come together for new album

The last two living members of The Beatles have come together for the first time in seven years to record a new studio album.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/beatles-stars-paul-and-ringo-come-together-for-new-album-10775216

IS claims Briton staged Mosul suicide bombing

A British suicide bomber has blown up a vehicle full of explosives near the Iraqi city of Mosul, IS said in a statement reported by the SITE Intelligence Group.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/islamic-state-claims-briton-carried-out-mosul-suicide-attack-10775309

Night Tube strike threat six months after launch

Drivers of London's Night Tube will be balloted for strikes following a dispute over pay and jobs - six months after the service began.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/night-tube-strike-threat-six-months-after-launch-10775113

Search engines crack down on piracy websites

Illegally streamed live football matches, pirated music and other creative material will be more difficult to search for under a plan to crack down on piracy websites.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/google-and-bing-make-searching-for-piracy-sites-more-difficult-10775092

Unilever slump as Kraft abandons £115bn merger

Shares in Marmite maker Unilever have slumped by 8% after US rival Kraft Heinz abandoned its £115bn offer to swallow up the consumer goods giant.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/shares-in-marmite-maker-unilever-slip-as-kraft-heinz-offer-canned-10775132

Uber orders 'urgent investigation' into sexual harassment claims



from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2017/02/20/uber-orders-urgent-investigation-sexual-harassment-claims/

From rejecting the iPod to turning down Google: The biggest mistakes in tech history



from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2016/05/13/biggest-mistakes-in-tech-history/

Trump protests across UK as MPs debate petition

Protests are set to take place across the UK against Donald Trump, as the upcoming state visit by the US president is debated in Parliament.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/protests-against-donald-trump-set-to-be-held-as-mps-debate-state-visit-10775082

Robots that take people's jobs should pay taxes, says Bill Gates



from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2017/02/20/robots-take-peoples-jobs-should-pay-taxes-says-bill-gates/

Bovis shares plunge after profits slide

Shares in house builder Bovis have plunged after it reported a fall in profits over a "difficult" year, took a £7m hit for customer service problems, and said it would slow the pace of building in 2017.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/house-builder-bovis-sees-shares-plunge-after-profits-slide-10775098

Sunday, 19 February 2017

House asking price growth 'slows' amid Brexit fears

House asking prices are rising at the slowest rate for nearly four years amid rising inflation, fears about Brexit and a tighter lending rules, new figures suggest.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/house-asking-price-growth-slows-to-near-four-year-low-rightmove-10775075

More cuts ahead despite tax rises, councils warn

Towns and cities across England are warning that further cuts will need to be made to local services, despite council tax bills rising by up to 5% this year.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/more-cuts-to-local-services-ahead-despite-tax-rises-councils-warn-10775017

Bottle deposit scheme 'win-win' for environment

One of the UK largest waste management companies has said that a deposit-return scheme would be a "win-win" situation for the environment.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/bottle-deposit-scheme-win-win-for-environment-10775009

Secret to keeping friendships alive revealed

Your ability to keep long-distance friendships alive may depend on your gender, according to a new study.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/men-and-women-need-different-things-to-keep-friendships-alive-10775007

Craig now second longest-serving 007

Daniel Craig has become cinema's second longest-serving James Bond by playing the role for 4,147 days - or almost 11-and-a-half years.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/daniel-craig-now-second-longest-serving-007-10775015

NHS at 'breaking point' amid bed crisis, says BMA

The NHS is at "breaking point" as fewer hospital beds mean delayed admissions and cancelled operations, the British Medical Association says.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/nhs-at-breaking-point-amid-bed-crisis-says-bma-10774811

UK is third most congested nation in Europe

The UK has the third worst traffic congestion country in Europe, a study has found.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/uk-is-third-most-traffic-congested-country-in-europe-study-10774977

Commercial space flights from UK under new plans

Space ports could be set up and satellites could blast off from regions across the UK under new proposals set to be unveiled this week.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/commercial-space-flights-from-uk-by-2020-under-new-govt-plans-10774991

Amazon creating 5,000 new jobs in UK

Amazon says it will create 5,000 new jobs in the UK by the end of 2017.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/amazon-creating-5000-new-jobs-in-uk-10774895

Google and Microsoft agree to anti-piracy code in crackdown on illegal downloads



from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2017/02/20/google-microsoft-agree-anti-piracy-code-crackdown-illegal-downloads/

Ex-boxer appeals for 'car-jacking' witnesses

Former professional boxer Michael Watson has appealed for witnesses after he was injured in a suspected car-jacking bid.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/injured-ex-boxer-michael-watson-appeals-for-car-jacking-witnesses-10774940

Monday's national newspaper front pages

WHAT'S IN THE PAPERS?

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/mondays-national-newspaper-front-pages-10774864

FA Cup giantkillers could meet fellow minnows

Lincoln City could meet fellow minnows Sutton United in what would be the first all non-league FA Cup quarter-final since the foundation of the Football League in 1888.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/fa-cup-giantkillers-lincoln-could-meet-fellow-minnows-sutton-in-quarter-finals-10774803

The ARK at JFK Equine, Livestock Export Center Now Open

The Equine and Livestock Export Center has 23 stalls, non-slip flooring, and high-quality hay and bedding.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/38829

Boy, 2, dies after being found in river

A two-year old boy has died, after being recovered from a river.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/boy-2-dies-after-being-found-in-river-10774473

International Jumping Officials' Club Signs MOU with FEI

The IJOC works closely with the FEI, national federations, and organizing committees of international jumping events.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/38822

Lords 'shouldn't throw in towel' on Brexit

Peers should "not throw in the towel early" when it comes to Brexit, Peter Mandelson has said.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/lord-mandelson-says-house-of-lords-shouldnt-throw-in-towel-on-brexit-10774276

484 crimes reopened over forensic lab 'manipulation'

Police are reviewing nearly 500 criminal cases after a forensic lab used by forces across the UK discovered "data manipulation" at their Manchester site.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/hundreds-of-criminals-have-cases-reviewed-after-forensic-lab-manipulation-10774233

Drive my car: Beatle's Porsche being auctioned

A rare black Porsche 928 once owned by Beatles guitarist George Harrison is being put up for auction.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/drive-my-car-beatles-star-george-harrisons-porsche-being-auctioned-10774181

Establishing Health Care Programs for Aging Horses

Recent large-scale surveys suggest clients want their veterinarians to provide more services for geriatric horses.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/38828

Abbott: I've had rape threat and been called n*****

Labour's Diane Abbott has spoken out about the abuse she receives on social media, telling Sky News there is a case for a parliamentary inquiry into the "appalling" vitriol directed at MPs.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/diane-abbott-ive-had-rape-threat-and-been-called-n-10774208

Children of drunks ring helpline for bedtime story

A children's helpline received 32,000 calls and emails last year - with kids as young as five asking to be read bedtime stories because their parents were too drunk to put them to bed.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/children-of-alcoholics-ringing-helpline-for-bedtime-stories-10774143

Britain set for heatwave (well, sort of...)

UK temperatures will beat those in parts of the Mediterranean this week - but don't pack away your winter jumpers just yet.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/britain-set-for-heatwave-well-sort-of-10774117

Saturday, 18 February 2017

Pressure is on Corbyn's Labour in by-elections

The Labour Party faces two awkward by-election contests this Thursday, each caused by the resignations of sitting MPs.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/copeland-and-stoke-on-trent-central-by-elections-will-be-decided-by-turnout-10774051

FA urged to help pay for checks on volunteers

The Football Association should help pay to make sure all staff and volunteers are safe to work with children, Sky News has been told.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/fa-urged-to-help-pay-for-checks-on-grassroots-football-volunteers-10774035

Instant pay rise for guards in 'tough' prisons

Thousands of prison officers are in line for an immediate pay rise as the Government responds to surging levels of violence in the nation's jails.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/instant-pay-rise-for-prison-guards-to-tackle-jail-violence-crisis-10774024

Sunday's national newspaper front pages

WHAT'S IN THE PAPERS?

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/sundays-national-newspaper-front-pages-10773922

Ex-boxer Watson injured in 'car-jacking'

Former professional boxer Michael Watson has been attacked by men who sprayed him "with ammonia" in a car-jacking bid.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/ex-boxer-michael-watson-hospitalised-after-car-jacking-attack-10773801

First ever 'modest' fashion show in London

The UK's first ever "modest" fashion event is taking place in London with hundreds of potential customers queuing to watch a catwalk show where some of the latest designs have been on display.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/first-ever-modest-fashion-show-suitable-for-muslims-held-in-london-10773485

Robsham Stables, Mike Repole Sponsor Barn at New Vocations

The Robsham-Repole Barn is located at New Vocations' Mereworth Farm in Lexington, Kentucky.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/38826

Human remains found after flats explosion

Police searching through the wreckage of a block of flats destroyed by an explosion and fire in Oxford have found human remains.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/human-remains-found-after-oxford-flats-explosion-10773022

Racist posters put up at Pakistani centre

Racist posters have been put up at a Pakistani community centre and other buildings in Manchester.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/racist-posters-put-up-at-pakistani-community-centre-in-manchester-10772808

PM to meet Peugeot boss amid Vauxhall jobs fears

Theresa May is to meet the boss of Peugeot over the firm's plans to buy General Motors' European business, including Vauxhall.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/theresa-may-to-meet-peugeot-boss-amid-vauxhall-jobs-fears-10772886

Endurance Horses Test Positive for Banned Substances

Three horses tested positive for diisopropylamine, the first cases involving this vasodilating drug.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/38824

Non-league Lincoln make FA Cup history

Lincoln have become the first non-league team to reach the quarter finals of the FA Cup in more than 100 years.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/non-league-lincoln-make-fa-cup-history-10772711

Around 1,000 chicks found abandoned in field

The RSPCA has launched an investigation after around 1,000 day-old chicks were found abandoned in a field.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/around-1000-chicks-found-abandoned-in-field-near-peterborough-10772549

Life-Threatening Hyperkalemia in Horses

High blood potassium levels cause hyperkalemia. Here's what to watch for and how to treat this dangerous condition.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/38748

UK bank bosses to collect £4m in bonuses

The chief executives of Britain's biggest high street lenders will collectively be awarded more than £4m in annual bonuses next week, a figure that will highlight the gulf in pay between bank chiefs on either side of the Atlantic.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/uk-bank-chiefs-to-be-awarded-over-1634m-in-2016-bonuses-10772496

Four teenagers charged with boy's murder

Four teenagers are due to appear in court in connection with the alleged stabbing to death of a 17-year-old boy in Northampton.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/four-teenagers-charged-with-boys-murder-in-northampton-10772421

Friday, 17 February 2017

Nokia 3310 relaunch: Why we still love the phone that defined the Nokia era



from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2017/02/18/nokia-3310-relaunch-still-love-phone-defined-nokia-era/

Debt relief bill could bring help for families

Families with children who are in debt could be given extra help to seek advice and support under new plans being recommended to the Government.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/debt-relief-bill-could-bring-help-for-families-10772326

Heavy lorries pile pressure on pothole funds

An increase in heavy lorries is likely to cause a surge in potholes problems, councils have warned.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/heavy-lorries-piling-the-pressure-on-pothole-funds-councils-warn-10772315

Anger as charity gig tickets resold for £5,000

Secondary ticketing website Viagogo has been criticised for "profiteering at the expense of teenage cancer sufferers".

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/anger-as-touts-resell-tickets-to-ed-sheeran-charity-gig-for-1635000-10772321

Mayor: Film dog foulers and get free council tax

People in Liverpool could be allowed to escape paying council tax if they catch dog owners who do not pick up their pet's mess.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/city-wants-to-give-free-council-tax-to-people-who-film-dog-foulers-10772319

Corbyn calls for end to 'politics of hate'

Jeremy Corbyn will appeal to voters to reject the "politics of hate" as he hopes for a good showing in two crucial by-elections.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/corbyn-calls-for-end-to-politics-of-hate-as-by-elections-loom-10772314

Striking BA crew 'can only afford Pot Noodles'

A striking British Airways air hostess has told Sky News that staff have to eat Pot Noodles from their planes because they can't afford to eat properly.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/striking-british-airways-hostess-we-can-only-afford-pot-noodles-10772312

PM's personal crusade against domestic violence

Theresa May has announced plans to tackle what Number 10 calls "heinous offences" of domestic violence as the Government admits victims are being "let down by the legal system".

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/pm-theresa-may-on-personal-crusade-against-domestic-violence-10772219

Saturday's national newspaper front pages

WHAT'S IN THE PAPERS?

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/saturdays-national-newspaper-front-pages-10772251

Blair's Brexit revolution evokes Iraq memories

Tony Blair says it is his mission to encourage British people to "rise up" and challenge Brexit.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/blairs-anti-brexit-mission-evokes-memories-of-iraq-war-10772105

Caribbean blast to make UK hotter than Majorca

After wrapping up warm in the snow and freezing temperatures of last month, UK residents can sit back and enjoy some unusually hot weather due to hit next week.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/caribbean-blast-to-make-parts-of-uk-hotter-than-majorca-next-week-10771667

Congress Members Ask for Anti-Soring Rule Approval

Passed just before the Trump administration took office, a clerical error led to the rule being put on hold, pending review.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/38833

Think Before You Medicate Your Horse

Here's why it's important to reach out to your veterinarian before administering an NSAID to your horse.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/38825

Time-Saving Feeding Tips for Horse Owners

Here are a few ways to make feeding time more efficient without sacrificing your horse's dietary balance.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/38823

Bin lorry driver admits reckless driving

The driver of a bin lorry which crashed in Glasgow killing six people has admitted culpable and reckless driving on a separate occasion just nine months after the tragedy.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/bin-lorry-driver-admits-reckless-driving-nine-months-after-glasgow-tragedy-10771782

NATO 'not agile enough' to stop Russian hacking

The Defence Secretary has criticised NATO for not being "agile" enough to prevent Russian cyber attacks on Europe.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/fallon-nato-failing-to-stop-russian-cyber-attacks-10771630

EEE, WNV Vaccinations Do Not Interfere With Disease Testing

None of the samples from recently vaccinated horses had antibody titers close to the value cutoff for true disease.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/38750

Tearful Nuttall asks UKIP members for support

A tearful Paul Nuttall has asked UKIP members to back him after what he called a "cruel and evil smear campaign".

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/ukip-leader-paul-nuttall-says-hillsborough-smears-wont-break-me-10771474

USEF to Host Workshop on Depo-Provera Use in Show Horses

Some veterinarians and horse owners use this synthetic progestin in an attempt to suppress or control estrus and related behaviors in mares.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/38831

Danny Dyer on 'short break' from EastEnders

Actor Danny Dyer is taking a break from the hit TV show EastEnders, following media reports of "exhaustion".

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/eastenders-star-danny-dyer-on-short-break-from-show-10771525

Ontario Reports Two Confirmed Cases of EHM in Durham Region

Three other horses from the farm have tested positive for EHV-1 on nasal swabs but are not showing neurologic signs at this time.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/38830

£10 'toxicity' charge for old cars in London

Drivers of some of the oldest and most polluting vehicles will face an extra £10 charge for entering central London.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/older-vehicles-face-16310-toxicity-charge-in-central-london-10771390

Low Platelet Counts and Sick Foals: An Unlucky Combination

Researchers found an overall decreased survival rate in sick foals with thrombocytopenia.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/38827

Hatton Garden raider admits earlier £1m heist

One of the ringleaders of the Hatton Garden diamond heist has pleaded guilty to a similar, earlier jewellery raid.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/hatton-garden-raider-daniel-jones-admits-earlier-1631m-heist-10771420

Blair tells Remainers: 'Rise up' against Brexit

Tony Blair has urged pro-Europeans to "rise up" against leaving, as he denied claims he should bear responsibility for Brexit.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/tony-blair-tells-remainers-to-rise-up-as-he-denies-responsibility-for-brexit-10771251

Pavement lights installed near Dutch schools to guide smartphone-obsessed pedestrians



from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2017/02/17/pavement-lights-installed-near-dutch-schools-guide-smartphone/

Vienna café makes tourists pay for electricity used to charge their phones



from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2017/02/17/vienna-cafe-charges-tourists-use-free-electricity-power-phones/

Javid slams business rates 'scaremongering'

"Unscrupulous" companies have been accused of trying to scare business owners into thinking their taxes will rise in order to make a profit.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/sajid-javid-hits-back-at-business-rates-scaremongering-10771056

Morrisons to stage 'auditions' for local food

Morrisons supermarket is calling for the UK to become more self-sufficient when it comes to our food supply - and is putting its money where its mouth is by holding 'auditions' for local suppliers.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/morrisons-to-stage-auditions-for-local-food-producers-10771071

23 iPhone secrets, shortcuts and hidden features you should know about



from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/0/iphone-secrets-shortcuts-hidden-features-should-know/

Thursday, 16 February 2017

Nurdles found polluting 73% of UK beaches

A search of hundreds of UK beaches has found almost three-quarters are littered with nurdles.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/plastic-nurdles-found-polluting-73-of-uk-beaches-10771014

Spike in deaths 'might be linked to health cuts'

Cuts to health and social care could "possibly" be linked to tens of thousands of extra deaths in England and Wales, research suggests.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/spike-in-deaths-might-be-linked-to-health-budget-cuts-says-study-10771007

Fashion industry 'nervous' over Brexit

The industry says it is lobbying the Government hard and is worried about restrictions on foreign factory workers and designers.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/fashion-industry-nervous-over-brexit-uncertainty-10771003

Britons thrown into sea in Norway boat crash

Ten British tourists have been injured after being thrown into the sea off northern Norway in a boating accident.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/britons-hurt-after-being-thrown-into-sea-in-norway-boat-crash-10770994

A quarter in debt when they retire - report

A quarter of people planning to retire this year will be in debt - owing an average £24,300 - according to research.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/a-quarter-still-in-debt-when-they-retire-says-prudential-report-10770797

Blair tells Brexit critics: 'Time to rise up'

Tony Blair is set to provoke a furious political row by calling on opponents of Brexit to "rise up" and persuade voters to change their mind about leaving the EU.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/tony-blair-to-tell-brexit-critics-its-time-to-rise-up-10770942

May attempts to woo French in Brexit article

Theresa May is attempting to woo the French government with a pledge that Britain will not seek to "cherry-pick" parts of EU membership after Brexit.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/may-says-britain-wont-cherry-pick-as-she-attempts-to-woo-french-10770855

Top ref quits Premier League for Saudi Arabia

Referee Mark Clattenburg has quit the Premier League and is moving to Saudi Arabia.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/mark-clattenburg-quits-premier-league-to-referee-in-saudi-arabia-10770889

Friday's national newspaper front pages

WHAT'S IN THE PAPERS?

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/fridays-national-newspaper-front-pages-10770899

Police arrest terror suspect at Heathrow

Police have arrested a 36-year-old man at Heathrow Airport on suspicion of preparing terrorist acts.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/police-arrest-a-man-at-heathrow-on-suspicion-of-preparing-terrorist-acts-10770777

Natural Disasters and Horses: Tips to Remember

Navigate natural disasters by conducting proper planning and research ahead of time and having patience during the aftermath.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/38816

MPs from all parties back Save Bercow campaign

Supporters of the embattled Commons Speaker John Bercow have launched a campaign to save him from being ousted by a motion of no confidence.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/save-john-bercow-campaign-launched-amid-no-confidence-motion-10770407

Google boss responds to girl's job application

A seven-year-old girl who asked for a job at Google got something of a shock when the technology giant's boss personally responded to her letter.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/google-chief-sundar-pichai-responds-to-seven-year-old-girls-job-application-10770058

Argos to give £2.4m to underpaid workers

Thousands of Argos workers will share a £2.4m payout after it emerged they had been paid less than the national living wage.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/argos-to-give-16324m-to-workers-who-were-underpaid-10770358

Man feared dead in blast at block of flats

Police investigating an explosion and fire at flats in Oxford "strongly believe" a man died and his body is still in the debris.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/man-feared-dead-in-blast-at-block-of-flats-in-oxford-10770382

Poll shows 'honeymoon' isn't over for Theresa May

A Valentine's Day opinion poll suggests voters are still in love with Theresa May.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/theresa-mays-honeymoon-continues-as-jeremy-corbyn-fails-to-shine-10770201

Senators Ask USDA to Restore Records on APHIS Website

The senators say the public has the right to know if the Horse Protection Act has been violated and by whom.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/38821

GM chief in UK talks amid Vauxhall job fears

Unite boss Len McCluskey has said he received no assurances about British jobs at Vauxhall after a meeting about a possible takeover that has raised fears for the future of thousands of workers.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/general-motor-chief-in-uk-amid-fears-over-vauxhall-jobs-10770142

Rabies Vaccine Efficacy Might Last Longer Than we Thought

This finding could help veterinarians manage owners of horses that have reacted adversely to the vaccine in the past.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/38749

BLM Calls Wild Horse Slaughter Article 'Fake News'

The BLM said, "The agency's policy is to not sell or send wild horses or burros to slaughter and there has been no congressional direction to the contrary."

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/38820

ASLEF members reject Southern rail deal

Train drivers have voted to reject a deal their union, ASLEF, had agreed with Southern rail, aimed at ending a long-running dispute over driver-only trains.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/aslef-union-members-reject-southern-rail-deal-to-end-strikes-10770132

Microsoft bumps up prices due to Brexit slump

Microsoft is increasing its prices in the UK by as much as 15% as a direct result of the slump in the value of the pound.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/microsoft-prices-increase-due-to-brexit-pound-slump-10770043

The Veterinarian's Role in Equine Cruelty Prosecutions

The equine veterinarian is the prosecutor's most important resource and witness in these cases, one attorney said.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/38744

Social care for elderly facing 'total collapse'

Social care for elderly people in England is facing "complete collapse" as hundreds of thousands of them fail to receive the help they need, a report says.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/report-social-care-for-the-elderly-faces-total-collapse-10769879

Revealed: What UK families are spending money on

UK households are spending less than ever on vices such as cigarettes and alcohol.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/revealed-what-uk-families-are-spending-money-on-10769960

Teenage girl denies murdering Katie Rough, 7

A teenage girl has denied murdering seven-year-old Katie Rough.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/teenage-girl-denies-murder-of-seven-year-old-katie-rough-10769961

Weak pound forces Brits to change holiday plans

The fall in the pound will have an effect on where more than 40% of Britons decide to go on holiday this summer, according to a survey.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/weak-pound-forces-41-of-britons-to-change-holiday-plans-survey-10769869

Nuttall site goes offline after Hillsborough row

Paul Nuttall's website has been taken offline after it claimed wrongly that he lost "close personal friends" at Hillsborough.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/paul-nuttall-website-taken-offline-amid-hillsborough-claim-row-10769788

'Aggressive' Giggs and Neville scheme attacked

A multimillion-pound development in Manchester city centre - backed by former footballers Ryan Giggs and Gary Neville - will "damage the city's historic core", a heritage agency has warned.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/manchester-skyscraper-scheme-backed-by-ryan-giggs-and-gary-neville-criticised-10769768

Most embarrassing hacks of all time - in pictures



from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/0/most-embarrassing-hacks-of-all-time---in-pictures/

Yahoo hack warning: What happened and should you be worried? 



from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2017/02/16/yahoo-hack-warning-happened-should-worried/

UK warned over post-Brexit terrorism threat

Britain could be more vulnerable to terrorism and organised crime after Brexit if the Government fails to secure access to Europol's databases.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/uk-warned-of-post-brexit-terrorism-threat-unless-europol-access-is-secured-10769723