Saturday, 30 September 2017

'Hang the Tories' protesters are fascists - MP

Protesters who erected a banner saying 'Hang the Tories' on a bridge in Manchester ahead of the party conference are fascists, an MP has said.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/hang-the-tories-protesters-are-fascists-says-mp-michael-fabricant-11062348

Cartier sparkler among missing museum treasures

More than £1m worth of artefacts have gone missing from some of Britain's most famous museums.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/cartier-diamond-ring-among-missing-museum-treasures-worth-over-1631m-11062356

May tries to woo young voters with policy blitz

Theresa May and the Tories will launch a policy blitz aimed at wooing younger voters after the opening of their party conference was hijacked by Boris Johnson.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/theresa-may-tries-to-woo-younger-voters-with-policy-blitz-11062359

Amputee teen racer walks part of Brands Hatch

Race car driver Billy Monger who lost his legs in a near-fatal crash has carried out a charity walk to thank the people who saved his life.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/billy-monger-walks-part-of-brands-hatch-months-after-losing-his-legs-11062329

Billion-dollar app Shazam posts revenues of £40m



from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2017/09/30/billion-dollar-app-shazam-posts-revenues-40m/

Embattled PM arrives at Tory Party conference

Theresa May has arrived in Manchester on the eve of a Conservative Party conference that will likely be dominated by questions over Brexit and her leadership.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/embattled-theresa-may-arrives-at-conservative-party-conference-in-manchester-11062116

Monarch gets lifeline amid last-ditch survival talks

Monarch has been granted a 24-hour extension to its tour operator's licence.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/monarch-gets-24-hour-lifeline-amid-last-ditch-survival-talks-11062048

Michigan Reporting Additional Equine EEE, WNV Cases

To date, the state has confirmed four EEE cases and 14 WNV cases in horses.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/39749

Body found in lake confirmed as policewoman

Police have confirmed that the body of a woman pulled from a lake in Cheshire was that of serving policewoman Leanne McKie.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/body-found-in-lake-is-confirmed-as-serving-policewoman-leanne-mckie-11059819

UKIP's new leader ditches net migration cap

UKIP's new leader has abandoned the party's pledge to cap immigration - describing such figures as "entirely unrealistic".

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/ukips-new-leader-henry-bolton-ditches-net-migration-cap-11061179

Man dies in 'shockingly violent' nightclub brawl

A man has died after being stabbed in a "shockingly violent" brawl outside a nightclub in Manchester city centre.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/man-stabbed-to-death-in-shockingly-violent-brawl-in-manchester-city-centre-11061088

Pathobiology Professor Focuses Research on Equine Health

Dr. Janet Beeler-Marfisi is searching for better ways to diagnose lung disease in horses using cell markers and flow cytometry.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/39751

Monarch Airlines in last-ditch survival talks

The future of Monarch, Britain's fifth-biggest airline, is hanging by a thread this weekend as it holds emergency talks with regulators about a temporary extension to its tour operator's licence.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/monarch-prays-for-lifeline-as-caa-considers-licence-extension-11060556

Could SAA, Fibrinogen Predict Colic Surgery Complications?

Researchers found that if these inflammatory markers continue to increase for longer than three to four days post-surgery, complications could be brewing.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/39746

Animal abusers to get longer jail sentences

The maximum prison sentence for animal cruelty is being raised to five years.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/animal-abusers-to-get-longer-jail-sentences-11060382

Boy, 14, critical after stabbing outside mosque

A 14-year-old boy is fighting for his life after being stabbed outside a mosque in Birmingham.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/boy-14-fights-for-life-after-stabbing-outside-birmingham-mosque-11060383

Girl, 3, dropped from bridge in 'murder-suicide bid'

A three-year-old girl was rescued from a river after a man dropped her from a bridge in an apparent murder-suicide bid.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/girl-3-dropped-from-bridge-in-murder-suicide-bid-11060342

Twin BA pilots retire with back to back landings

Twin brothers have landed their final flights for British Airways just 30 seconds apart after clocking up more than 45,000 flying hours between them.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/twin-british-airways-pilots-retire-with-heathrow-landings-30-seconds-apart-11060279

Friday, 29 September 2017

Child sex abuse victim fights for law change

A child sex abuse campaigner is calling for a new law to protect victims from potential prosecution.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/rotherham-sex-abuse-victim-fights-for-law-change-11060231

Welsh rugby player bitten by lion misses match

A Welsh international rugby player was forced to miss a match in South Africa after getting himself bitten by a lion.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/welsh-rugby-player-scott-baldwin-bitten-by-lion-misses-match-in-south-africa-11060247

Govt hints at 'flexibility' on public sector pay

Wage increases for some public sector workers will no longer be subject to a 1% pay cap, the Government has indicated.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/govt-hints-at-more-flexibility-on-public-sector-pay-11059986

Engine of 1,000mph car fired up for first time

The jet engine of a 1,000mph supersonic racing car has been successfully fired up for the first time.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/bloodhound-jet-engine-of-supersonic-1000mph-car-fired-up-for-first-time-11060021

Body found in lake is 'serving policewoman'

A man has been arrested on suspicion of murder after a body believed to be that of a female police officer was found in a lake.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/body-found-in-lake-is-believed-to-be-serving-policewoman-leanne-mckie-11059819

Systemic Pain Management in Horses

Dr. John Hubbell shares how vets can recognize and help horses experiencing pain by focusing on creating comfort.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/39752

Piecing Together the Performance Horse Puzzle

Combine nutrition, exercise, and veterinary care to create the perfect picture of performance horse health.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/39740

Formidable Frostbite

Healthy horses handle frigid temperatures better than we do, but their extremities still are vulnerable to frostbite.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/24625

How much? Big Ben repair bill doubles

The estimated cost of repairing the tower that houses Big Ben has doubled to £61m, authorities have said.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/how-much-big-ben-repair-bill-doubles-as-elizabeth-tower-cost-reaches-16361m-11059571

Boehringer Ingelheim, FEI Partner to Promote Horse Health

As part of a three-year commitment, Boehringer Ingelheim has become FEI Equine Health Partner and FEI Campus Partner.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/39747

Ryanair vows to be clearer on passenger rights

Ryanair has agreed to make sure all passengers affected by flight cancellations are "fully aware" of their rights and entitlements.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/ryanair-agrees-to-make-passengers-aware-of-rights-after-cancellations-11059485

Scourge of more than 700,000 plastic bottles

More than 700,000 plastic bottles are littered in the UK every day, according to research seen by Sky News.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/sky-ocean-rescue-scourge-of-more-than-700000-plastic-bottles-11059313

UKIP elects new leader at Torquay conference

Henry Bolton has been elected as the UK Independence Party's new leader.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/henry-bolton-elected-new-ukip-leader-at-torquay-conference-11059408

Industry Groups Join Forces to Help Puerto Rican Racehorses

At least four horses have died due to the lack of resources since Hurricane Maria devastated the island.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/39745

Fallon defends nukes amid heightened threat

Sir Michael Fallon's defence of Britain's nuclear deterrent comes as he hosts NATO's Secretary General at the nuclear submarine base in Scotland.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/sir-michael-fallon-defends-nuclear-deterrent-amid-heightened-north-korea-threat-11059332

Opinion: 'Corbyn would wave a magic nuclear wand'

Today we mark Britain's 350th nuclear submarine patrol, keeping watch from the deep.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/opinion-corbyns-nuclear-wand-waving-would-play-russian-roulette-with-our-safety-11059316

5 Ways to Protect Horses (and Humans) From Rabies

While rabies is fatal, the disease is also preventable. A veterinarian shares 5 tips to protect your and your horse.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/39744

Man to face trial for alleged kidnap of model

Michal Herba will be extradited to Italy to face trial for allegedly kidnapping British model Chloe Ayling.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/michal-herba-to-face-trial-for-alleged-kidnapping-of-model-chloe-ayling-11059330

Mother's tribute to two triplets who died at home

A mother whose two baby triplets died in a "tragic accident" has paid tribute to the boys who she described as "my life, heart and soul".

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/mothers-tribute-to-two-triplets-who-died-at-home-in-bridgend-in-tragic-accident-11059072

UKIP logo sparks Premier League copyright row

UKIP have denied their new lion-based party logo risks breaching the copyright of other prominent symbols, including the Premier League's.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/new-ukip-logo-lands-party-in-premier-league-copyright-row-11059150

Tesco executives accused of 'cooking the books'

Three former Tesco executives were "cooking the books" and bullied staff who objected before the chain announced a £250m overstatement of profits in 2014, a court has heard.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/tesco-executives-accused-of-cooking-the-books-as-fraud-trial-begins-11059061

Teen accused of trying to murder school officer

A 16-year-old girl has appeared in court accused of the attempted murder of a welfare officer who was stabbed at a school.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/girl-appears-in-court-accused-of-attempted-murder-of-school-welfare-officer-11059036

How Vets Evaluate Horses With Chronic Colic

Horses with chronic colic present unique challenges and create a diagnostic puzzle for veterinarians to piece together.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/39743

Judge who spared Oxford student jail investigated

The judicial watchdog is investigating a complaint against a judge who spared an Oxford University student from jail for stabbing her boyfriend.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/judge-who-spared-oxford-student-lavinia-woodward-from-jail-for-stabbing-boyfriend-investigated-11058748

Uber and TfL to hold talks in wake of ban

Uber's new CEO will meet the head of the London regulator which decided not to renew its license to operate in the capital.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/uber-and-transport-for-london-to-hold-talks-in-wake-of-ban-11058838

Mars City: Human missions to space colony will start in 2024, Elon Musk says



from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2017/09/29/mars-city-human-missions-space-colony-will-start-2024-elon-musk/

Uber boss to hold talks with Transport for London next week



from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2017/09/29/uber-boss-hold-talks-transport-london-next-week/

The Commodore 64 is coming back! The C64 Mini is being released next year



from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2017/09/29/commodore-64-coming-back-c64-mini-released-next-year/

EU boss: 'Miracle' needed for Brexit progress

The EU's top official has declared it will take "a miracle" for Brexit talks to move on to their next phase by the end of October.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/jean-claude-juncker-says-miracle-needed-for-brexit-progress-11058757

UK growth for second quarter revised down

The UK economy grew by a weaker rate than earlier reported in the second quarter of the year, according to official figures.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/uk-economic-growth-for-second-quarter-revised-down-11058704

Facial recognition fitted to 5,000 CCTV cameras in Moscow



from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2017/09/29/facial-recognition-fitted-5000-cctv-cameras-moscow/

Man City's Sergio Aguero injured in car crash

Manchester City striker Sergio Aguero has been injured in a serious car crash in the Netherlands.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/manchester-city-star-sergio-aguero-injured-in-amsterdam-taxi-crash-11058595

Elon Musk unveils plans for London to New York rocket flights in under 30 minutes



from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2017/09/29/elon-musk-unveils-plans-london-new-york-rocket-flights-30-minutes/

London 'worst-performing' for house prices

House prices in London have fallen on an annual basis for the first time since 2009, according to a closely-watched activity report.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/london-worst-performing-house-price-region-for-first-time-since-2005-11058599

Thursday, 28 September 2017

Jargon busting leaflets improve online protection

Children will be offered simplified, jargon free leaflets explaining their rights on social media in a bid to provide them with better protection. 

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/children-to-get-jargon-busting-leaflets-to-improve-online-protection-11058304

Struggling NHS faces 'unrealistic' bed cuts

Hospitals are at "breaking point" due to a shortage of inpatient beds that is likely to get worse because of NHS reforms, according to a leading health think tank.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/struggling-nhs-faces-unrealistic-bed-cuts-11058388

Ryanair given deadline to sort compensation

The Civil Aviation Authority has told Ryanair it has until 5pm to find a solution for thousands of customers affected by flight cancellations.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/ryanair-given-friday-deadline-to-handle-flights-compensation-11058105

Toshiba offloads its memory chip arm with $18bn deal to ease woes



from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2017/09/28/toshiba-offloads-memory-chip-arm-18bn-deal-ease-woes/

MP says royals attack was 'joke taken wrong way'

A Labour MP who blasted her royal constituents has said her comments were "a joke" that had been "taken the wrong way".

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/kensington-mp-emma-dent-coad-says-royals-attack-was-a-joke-11058346

Stokes filmed appearing to mimic star's son

A video has emerged of England cricketer Ben Stokes apparently mimicking Katie Price's disabled son Harvey.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/video-emerges-of-ben-stokes-appearing-to-mimic-katie-prices-disabled-son-harvey-11058367

Twitter has suspended hundreds of Russian-linked accounts



from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2017/09/28/twitter-has-suspended-hundreds-russian-linked-accounts/

Ban on neo-Nazi National Action using aliases

An order that bans a neo-Nazi group is to be extended to stop it masquerading under different names.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/national-action-banned-from-using-aliases-such-as-scottish-dawn-and-ns131-11057926

Children 'told they would have to behead people'

A pharmacist told two children that they would have to behead people once they arrived in Syria, a court has heard. 

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/zameer-ghumra-told-children-they-would-have-to-behead-people-in-syria-court-told-11058192

Cab driver admits harassing Jemima Khan after selfie

Socialite Jemima Khan was bombarded with more than 1,000 phone calls and messages from a black cab driver after she posed for a 'selfie' with him, a court has heard.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/black-cab-driver-hassan-mahhmood-admits-harassing-socialite-jemima-khan-11057796

Madeleine McCann inquiry gets more funding

The Home Office has agreed to give Scotland Yard another £154,000 to continue its search for Madeleine McCann until the end of March next year.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/madeleine-mccann-police-investigation-gets-more-funding-from-home-office-11057946

BLM, University of Wyoming Resume Wild Horse Movement Study

The effort to outfit wild mares with GPS collars effort began last winter, but was paused due to unfavorable weather conditions.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/39737

What are you entitled to if your flight is cancelled?

More than 700,000 customers are likely to be affected by two waves of Ryanair flight cancellations.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/ryanair-flight-cancellations-what-are-you-entitled-to-11057102

Your Equine Legal Questions Answered

Learn about sales agreements, leasing horses, liability, and more during our live event.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/39729

Stressed in the Stall

My horse recently started pacing and digging holes in his stall. What could be causing this behavior, and how can I make it better?

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/39739

May: Tories weren't ready for election I called

Theresa May has admitted the Conservative Party wasn't ready for the snap General Election she decided to call.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/may-admits-tories-werent-ready-for-the-snap-election-she-called-11057598

Tories attacked over EU citizens 'human poker'

Two heavyweight organisations have launched a rare direct attack on the Government over its handling of EU citizens' status after Brexit.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/cbi-and-tuc-in-rare-scathing-attack-on-eu-citizens-status-uncertainty-11057644

Ben Stokes dropped by England after arrest

Cricketer Ben Stokes will not be considered for selection for England matches until further notice., says the ECB.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/cricketer-ben-stokes-dropped-by-england-after-bristol-arrest-11057611

Man shot dead by police 'pointed gun at motorist'

A man was shot dead by armed officers after pointing a gun at another motorist near junction 8 of the M5, police said.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/man-shot-dead-by-armed-officers-near-bristol-pointed-gun-at-motorist-11057577

Stokes arrest: ECB yet to discuss disciplinary

The England and Wales Cricket Board has yet to meet to discuss disciplinary action against Ben Stokes, Sky sources understand.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/ecb-yet-to-discuss-disciplinary-action-against-ben-stokes-after-arrest-11057515

2018 AHC Annual Meeting, National Issues Forum Scheduled

The events will take place June 10-13 at the Capital Hilton, in the heart of Washington, D.C.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/39742

More Horses Found Butchered in Florida

The decaying remains of three horses ostensibly butchered for meat were found in Hialeah Gardens.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/39741

How to Collect Your Lost Horse After a Natural Disaster

Learn what you'll need to ID and get your horse back after a disaster. Drs. Eric Davis and Becky McConnico explain.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/39725

Hurricanes' remnants to hit UK and Ireland

The remnants of two Atlantic hurricanes could hit the UK and Ireland by the end of the week, bringing stormy weather.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/hurricanes-lee-and-maria-remnants-to-hit-uk-and-ireland-11057295

Bank 'cannot solve societal challenges'

Mark Carney has moved to remind policymakers across the UK that the Bank of England has limited influence on tackling core economic challenges, including Brexit.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/bank-of-england-cannot-solve-societal-challenges-carney-11057314

Researchers Study Owners' Blanketing, Clipping Knowledge

About half of the owners surveyed didn't seem to understand how horses' natural thermoregulation system works, including bodily response to clipping and blanketing and the ability to dissipate heat and recover from exercise.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/39738

Imam jailed for telling children to join IS

An imam has been jailed for six and a half years after telling children that martyrdom was better than school, in a series of sermons encouraging his congregation to join Islamic State.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/hate-preacher-jailed-for-telling-children-to-join-is-11057290

EU hails 'new dynamic' after PM's Brexit speech

The EU's chief Brexit negotiator has hailed a "new dynamic" following Theresa May's major speech - but warned "we're not there yet".

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/michael-barnier-hails-new-dynamic-after-pms-florence-speech-11057279

Sneaky toddler steals Prince Harry's popcorn

Prince Harry had fun playing with his friend's young daughter after catching her stealing his popcorn during the Invictus Games.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/sneaky-toddler-steals-prince-harrys-popcorn-at-invictus-games-11057165

Nintendo Classic Mini: SNES review - A delightful recreation of gaming’s greatest ever console



from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2017/09/28/nintendo-classic-mini-snes-review-delightful-recreation-gamings/

May warns EU against 'needless' City barriers

Theresa May has warned the EU against attempting to diminish the City of London during Brexit negotiations.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/theresa-may-warns-eu-over-needless-barriers-for-city-of-london-11057164

Nokia 3310 relaunched with 3G internet for first time



from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2017/09/28/nokia-3310-relaunched-3g-internet/

May ally reveals PM's plan for 2022 election

Theresa May's most-trusted Cabinet minister has revealed how the Prime Minister hopes to turn around her fortunes and fight the next General Election.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/theresa-may-ally-damian-green-reveals-pms-plan-for-2022-election-11057097

A quick and easy guide to all of the different new Amazon Echos



from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2017/09/28/quick-easy-guide-different-new-amazon-echos/

Video allegedly shows cricketer in club brawl

Video footage has emerged which the Sun newspaper claims allegedly shows England cricketer Ben Stokes knocking another man to the ground during a street brawl in Bristol.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/video-allegedly-shows-england-cricketer-ben-stokes-in-club-brawl-11056923

Ryanair feels wrath of 'furious' air regulator

The UK's aviation regulator has told Sky News that promises by Ryanair are taken with a "pinch of salt", as it faces action for its handling of mass flight cancellations.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/ryanair-promises-taken-with-pinch-of-salt-regulator-11057036

Amazon's futuristic new 'sphere' headquarters: in pictures



from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2017/05/09/amazons-futuristic-new-sphere-headquarters-pictures/

Wednesday, 27 September 2017

Childcare help 'increasing education inequality'

The education gap between children from poor and rich families could widen under a new Government childcare scheme, a report has warned.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/childcare-reforms-could-worsen-education-inequality-government-warned-11056803

Wales mulls 'plastic tax' to tackle ocean litter

Wales could be set to follow Scotland with a raft of pioneering new measures to cut plastic and other ocean litter.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/wales-could-introduce-plastic-tax-to-tackle-ocean-litter-11056813

Terror witnesses should run not take pictures

Eyewitnesses have been warned to flee the scene of a terrorist attack rather than try to record video of it on their mobile phones.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/terror-witnesses-should-run-not-take-pictures-police-campaign-warns-11056901

Fourth round of Brexit talks enters final day

Brexit Secretary David Davis will meet EUs chief negotiator Michel Barnier later for the final day of the fourth round of divorce talks.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/fourth-round-of-brexit-divorce-talks-enters-final-day-11056789

Onfido secures £22m for ID checking business with backing from Microsoft



from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2017/09/28/onfido-secures-22m-checking-business-backing-microsoft/

Council ends contract with Grenfell Tower body

Kensington and Chelsea Council has voted unanimously to terminate its contract with the body responsible for managing Grenfell Tower.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/kensington-council-ends-contract-with-body-responsible-for-managing-grenfell-11056712

Interest rate rise 'should not be feared'

Britons should not fear higher interest rates, the Bank of England's chief economist has told Sky News, fuelling speculation that an increase is imminent.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/interest-rate-rise-should-not-be-feared-says-bank-of-england-economist-11056411

Amazon launches new generation of Echo speakers



from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2017/09/27/amazon-launches-new-generation-echo-speakers/

Child rapist on the run following conviction

Police are hunting for a convicted rapist who has gone on the run after being found guilty of "sickening and gravely serious" sexual offences against a young girl.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/child-rapist-david-hart-on-the-run-following-sex-offences-conviction-11056313

Ryanair faces action for 'misleading passengers'

Ryanair is facing "enforcement action" for failing to give customers accurate information about their rights following hundreds of flight cancellations.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/ryanair-faces-action-by-regulator-for-persistently-misleading-passengers-11056439

Uber begins fresh battle on employment rights

Uber is challenging a landmark ruling that says it must give drivers employment benefits.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/uber-challenges-employment-rights-ruling-at-tribunal-in-london-11056264

Paddy Power breaks ranks on betting machines

These are nervous times for Britain’s traditional bookmakers.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/paddy-power-boss-breaks-ranks-on-fixed-odds-betting-terminals-11056211

Judge wants 'living wills' for vulnerable people

A senior judge has suggested people should make "living wills" in order to set out their wishes in the event of serious incapacitating illness.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/top-judge-urges-living-wills-for-vulnerable-elderly-or-sick-people-11056064

Uber argues it treats drivers no differently than other minicab firms



from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2017/09/27/uber-argues-treats-drivers-no-different-minicab-firms/

Army goat who rubbed shoulders with royalty dies

An Army goat who appeared at rugby matches and met the Prince of Wales has died.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/army-goat-lance-corporal-shenkin-iii-dies-aged-seven-11056279

Sarcoids in Horses

Learn about these ugly and often aggressive tumors.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/37787

Getting a Read on Infection in Horses

Vets are using serum amyloid A, a naturally produced protein, to detect equine infections and monitor treatment.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/39718

Black Friday: 16 ways to avoid being hacked online



from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/0/black-friday-ways-avoid-hacked-online/

Chemist 'showed boys videos of IS beheadings'

A mother broke down in tears as she described how her two children were "brainwashed" and shown IS propaganda. 

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/pharmacist-showed-boys-videos-of-is-beheadings-mother-claims-11056184

TfL may sell data from passengers' mobiles

Transport for London (TfL) plans to make £322m by collecting Tube users' location data and potentially selling it to third parties, Sky News can reveal. 

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/tfl-may-make-163322m-by-selling-on-data-from-passengers-mobiles-via-tube-wifi-11056118

iPhone X's facial recognition is not for children under 13, says Apple



from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2017/09/27/iphone-xs-facial-recognition-not-children-13-says-apple/

The most famous photoshopped images of all time



from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2016/02/05/the-most-famous-photoshopped-images-of-all-time/

Boeing dispute 'could jeopardise' contracts

Boeing's behaviour over a long-running trade dispute "could jeopardise" its chances of receiving future contracts, the UK Government has warned.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/boeing-warned-bombardier-dispute-could-jeopardise-future-uk-contracts-11056096

Woman held over Official Secrets Act offence

A woman has been arrested by the Metropolitan Police's counter-terrorism command on suspicion of an offence under the Official Secrets Act.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/woman-arrested-on-suspicion-of-official-secrets-act-offence-11055938

Rabies in Horses: Preventable but Still Invariably Fatal

All mammals are susceptible to rabies, and once an animal is affected, the disease is invariably fatal. However, rabies prevention is easy.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/27216

What is bitcoin, how does it work and what affects its price?



from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/0/what-is-bitcoin-everything-need-know-about-the-cryptocurrency/

What is cryptocurrency, how does it work and why do we use it? 



from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/0/cryptocurrency/

Equine Footwear for Road Riding

I have a young horse just being started in harness for carriage driving. She has only done light work in harness on the roads. What can I shoe her with that will provide her with some protection for the concussion?

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/32809

Identification for Horses During Disasters

Drs. Eric Davis and Becky McConnico suggest ways to mark your horse during a disaster in case you get separated.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/39724

Pennsylvania Outlines New Racing Drug, Testing Regulations

Officials say the new regulations are proving effective in strengthening the integrity of the state's horse racing industry.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/39736

Ryanair cancellations: £40 voucher not for Xmas

Ryanair is offering 315,000 customers a travel voucher worth up to €80 for each trip cancelled because of its pilot shortage crisis.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/ryanair-16340-voucher-apology-for-cancellations-11055749

CT Scans Allows Quantitative Wobbler Syndrome Evaluation

Quantitative information provides better data for determining treatment and prognosis, researchers said.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/39735

Labour MP defends 'vroom vroom' Harry slur

A Labour MP has called for a "proper debate about the Royal Family" as she defended her criticism of Prince Harry.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/labour-mp-emma-dent-coad-defends-vroom-vroom-prince-harry-slur-11055821

'Nursery gunman' investigated by police

Police are investigating after a man who appeared to be carrying a gun entered a nursery in Wavertree on Wednesday morning.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/wavertree-nursery-gunman-investigated-by-police-11055877

'Toxic air': London pollution alert triggered

Londoners are being urged not to use their cars and instead walk, cycle or take public transport amid a pollution alert in the capital.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/london-pollution-alert-triggered-over-shocking-and-toxic-air-11055678

Corbyn heckled for skipping Israeli event

Israel's ambassador to the UK has condemned alleged "anti-Jewish bigotry" at the Labour conference as Jeremy Corbyn was criticised for his absence from a pro-Israel reception.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/jeremy-corbyn-heckled-for-skipping-israeli-event-at-labour-conference-11055695

Road closed after 'police shooting'

A road in Somerset has been closed amid reports of a police shooting.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/a369-closed-at-portbury-in-somerset-after-police-shooting-11055819

Eleven more arrests over far-right links

Eleven people have been arrested as part of an investigation into banned far-right group National Action, police have said.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/eleven-more-arrests-over-links-to-banned-far-right-group-national-action-11055828

This Twitter hack allows anyone to tweet with 280 characters



from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2017/09/27/twitter-hack-allows-anyone-tweet-280-characters/

Dogs fall ill eating chocolate sent by Sainsbury's

Dog owners have spoken of their anger after their pets required emergency veterinary care because they ate chocolate sent through the post by Sainsbury's.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/dogs-fall-ill-eating-chocolate-sent-in-the-post-by-sainsburys-11055705

Stokes named in England Ashes squad after arrest

Ben Stokes has been named in England's Ashes Test squad after his arrest for actual bodily harm over an incident at a nightclub.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/ben-stokes-named-in-england-ashes-squad-after-nightclub-arrest-for-abh-11055715

Court approves £37m pay-out over disgraced surgeon

A High Court judge has approved a £37m compensation plan for hundreds of victims of disgraced breast surgeon Ian Paterson.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/ian-patersons-surgery-victims-to-receive-16337m-pay-out-11055686

Bombardier row: Government hits out at Boeing

Boeing's dispute with a rival aerospace firm that threatens thousands of jobs in Northern Ireland is "unjustified" and "damaging", the British Government has said.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/bombardier-row-government-hits-out-at-boeing-over-unjustified-trade-dispute-11055516

Tuesday, 26 September 2017

Widow of Lord Lucan found dead at home

Lady Lucan, whose husband famously vanished more than 40 years ago, has been found dead at her home.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/widow-of-lord-lucan-found-dead-at-home-11055409

Uber appealing after workers' rights ruling

Uber is set to fight a landmark ruling that said its drivers must be given basic employee rights.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/uber-in-landmark-appeal-after-workers-rights-ruling-11055404

Jeremy Corbyn: Labour 'ready for government'

Labour leader Jeremy Corbyn will use his conference speech to proclaim that "Labour is ready for government".

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/jeremy-corbyn-will-declare-labour-ready-for-government-in-conference-speech-11055376

When is Google's birthday - and why are people confused?



from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2016/09/26/when-is-googles-birthday/

Bombardier ruling risks thousands of Belfast jobs

Thousands of jobs could be at risk in Northern Ireland after a US adjudication against the aircraft manufacturer Bombardier.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/bombardier-ruling-risks-thousands-of-belfast-jobs-11054443

'Finally Trump can say what he's really thinking': How Twitter reacted to doubling tweet limit to 280 characters



from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2017/09/26/finally-trump-can-say-really-thinking-twitter-reacted-doubling/

Twitter tests doubling length of tweets to 280 characters



from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2017/09/26/twitter-tests-doubling-length-tweets-280-characters/

Brighton threat to ban Labour over anti-Semitism

Labour has been threatened with a ban on holding future conferences in Brighton unless it tackles anti-Semitism.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/labour-could-face-brighton-conference-ban-over-anti-semitism-claims-11054721

Girl accused of attempted murder at school

A 16-year-old girl has been charged with attempted murder after a welfare officer at a school near Scunthorpe was stabbed.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/girl-16-accused-of-attempted-murder-at-school-near-scunthorpe-11054889

Uber in search for UK chairman after London ban



from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2017/09/26/uber-search-uk-chairman-london-ban/

Parsons Green attack: Three released without charge

Three men arrested over the Parsons Green Tube attack have been released without charge.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/parsons-green-tube-attack-three-men-released-without-charge-11054589

Second New Jersey Horse Tests Positive for EEE

The 9-year-old Atlantic County mare had not been vaccinated against EEE for two years and is undergoing treatment.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/39734

Google to ringfence shopping unit to avoid further EU fines



from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2017/09/26/google-ringfence-shopping-unit-avoid-eu-fines/

Psychopath who tortured man to death is jailed

A psychopathic killer has been jailed for at least 39 years for torturing a man to death - as a judge asked how police failed to spot it was murder for two years.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/psychopath-who-tortured-man-to-death-is-jailed-11054343

'Mermaid' banned from pool over safety fears

A would-be mermaid is looking for a new place to swim after being told she can no longer use her tail at her local public baths due to health and safety fears.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/mermaid-banned-from-bromsgrove-swimming-pool-over-health-and-safety-fears-11054326

Dyson plans to launch electric car in 2020



from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2017/09/26/dyson-build-first-electric-car-uk-2020/

Boy arrested at school after teenager stabbed

A boy has been arrested at a school after a teenager was repeatedly stabbed nearby.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/boy-arrested-at-school-after-teenager-stabbed-11054265

Dyson to branch out into electric cars

British vacuum company Dyson is to branch out into electric cars.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/vacuum-maker-dyson-to-launch-electric-car-by-2020-11054466

Equifax chief steps down after major data breach



from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2017/09/26/equifax-chief-steps-major-data-breach/

Poll Recap: Rabies Vaccination

Of the 854 respondents, 681 (80%) said their horses are currently vaccinated against rabies.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/39732

FEI Issues Decisions on Endurance Prohibited Substance Cases

Three horses tested positive for the banned substance diisopropylamine, a vasodilator.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/39733

British Horse Vets Vote Against Corporatization

Seventy-two percent of vets polled at the BEVA Congress disagreed that "corporatization is inevitable and will benefit vets and their clients."

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/39731

'This is an outrage': Jaffa Cakes boxes shrink

Jaffa Cakes have become the latest chocolate treat to be downsized - sparking an "outrage" on social media.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/jaffa-cakes-boxes-shrink-this-is-an-outrage-11054263

Cost of holidays to Spain 'could go up by 10%'

Thomas Cook has said it expects the price of holidays to Spain to go up by around 5% to 10% due to the fall in the value of the pound following the Brexit vote.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/cost-of-holidays-to-spain-could-go-up-by-10-11054181

Tusk: 'No more having cake and eating it'

Donald Tusk has said Theresa May's Brexit speech shows the idea of Britain "having cake and eating it" is coming to an end.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/eus-tusk-idea-of-britain-having-cake-and-eating-it-on-brexit-coming-to-an-end-11054191

Rankin: Selfies reflect 'wave of narcissism'

Photographer Rankin has voiced his fears about the selfie craze, saying it reflects a "huge wave of narcissism".

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/photographer-rankin-selfie-craze-reflects-huge-wave-of-narcissism-11054039

Horses and Lightning Storms

Are horses safest inside or outside during a thunder and lightning storm? Dr. Eric Davis shares his insight.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/39723

Wild Horse Bait-Trap Gather Begins in Water Canyon

Mares released back to the HMA will be retreated with a fertility-control vaccine to reduce population growth.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/39730

England cricket star Stokes dropped after arrest

England all-rounder Ben Stokes has been dropped from the Three Lions' one-day international squad after he was arrested in Bristol.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/england-cricket-star-ben-stokes-dropped-after-arrest-over-incident-in-bristol-11054188

Study Supports Stent Use After Colic Surgery

Researchers found that antimicrobial-impregnated dressing could help reduce the incidence of incisional infections.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/39727

Valproate risk 'hidden' from pregnant women'

The dangers of pregnant women using epilepsy drug valproate have been kept from patients for decades, according to documents uncovered from The National Archives. 

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/valproate-risk-hidden-from-pregnant-women-for-decades-11053919

CCTV released after mother and baby hit-and-run

Police have released CCTV pictures of a man they want to trace after a new mother and her four-day-old baby were struck by a car in an apparent hit-and-run.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/cctv-released-after-mother-and-newborn-hit-and-run-in-birmingham-11054041

Corrie's Vera Duckworth dies

Coronation Street actress Liz Dawn, who played Vera Duckworth in the soap, has died, her family has said.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/actress-liz-dawn-coronation-streets-vera-duckworth-dies-11054036

UK has greenest summer for energy production

The UK has had its "greenest" ever summer - with more than half the country's electricity coming from low carbon sources.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/uk-has-greenest-ever-summer-as-low-carbon-energy-production-spikes-11053880

Twitter explains why it won't delete Trump's threatening tweets



from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2017/09/26/twitter-explains-wont-delete-trumps-threatening-tweets/

Wolves may have killed mauled British tourist

A British woman thought to have been killed by feral dogs in Greece may have been attacked by rabid wolves and jackals, a coroner has said.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/wolves-may-have-killed-british-tourist-celia-hollingworth-in-greece-says-coroner-11053851

26 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/

China blocks WhatsApp messages



from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2017/09/26/china-blocks-whatsapp-messages/

Who are the UK's unhappiest workers?

Retail staff and teachers are among the unhappiest workers in the UK when it comes to their pay, according to a survey.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/who-are-the-uks-most-unhappiest-workers-11053588

'Expel members who make anti-Semitic remarks'

Labour party members who make "disgusting" anti-Semitic comments should be expelled from the party, a shadow cabinet minister has said.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/expel-labour-members-who-make-anti-semitic-remarks-11053856

Monday, 25 September 2017

Royals' MP says Duke and Duchess 'ridiculous'

The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge are "ridiculous" and should have their public funding scrapped, their local MP has said.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/royals-mp-emma-dent-coad-says-duke-and-duchess-ridiculous-11053740

Labour's 'cradle-to-grave' education pledge

Labour is pledging to establish a National Education Service (NES) which will provide "free" teaching to all from nursery to old age.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/labour-promises-to-set-up-cradle-to-grave-national-education-service-11053744

Google replaces Bing to become Apple's default Siri search engine



from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2017/09/25/google-replaces-bing-become-apples-default-siri-search-engine/

EU 'keen' to see how UK will 'translate' May's speech

The EU's chief negotiator has said he was "keen and eager" to see how Theresa May's Florence speech last week would be turned into a negotiating strategy.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/eu-keen-to-see-how-uk-will-translate-mays-speech-11053445

Harry and Meghan's first public outing together

Prince Harry and his actress girlfriend Meghan Markle looked awash with love and happiness on their first official public appearance together.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/the-look-of-love-prince-harry-and-meghan-markles-first-official-outing-together-11053536

Footage of dad ramming car into teacher at school gate

Footage has been released of a father deliberately driving into a teacher at the school gates when he went to pick up his child.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/dramatic-footage-of-father-ramming-car-into-teacher-at-school-gate-11053414

Pasture Management 101: Renovating Horse Fields

If your pastures are lacking in quality grasses, review these steps for renovating and improving grazing areas.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/39728

Rabies in Horses: What to Know

Rabies is life-threatening to horses and humans. Learn about the disease and how to protect yourself and your horse.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/38106

Deloitte hit by cyber attack 



from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2017/09/25/deloitte-hit-cyber-attack/

Why you should never use an unlock pattern to protect your Android phone



from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2017/09/25/should-never-use-unlock-pattern-protect-android-phone/

Helping Old Horses Gain Weight Before Winter

Our nutrition expert offers care and feeding tips for a thin senior horse before the cold weather hits.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/39726

Guilty of terror offence for not unlocking iPhone

The international director of Cage has been found guilty of a terror offence for refusing to unlock his iPhone and laptop while being detained at Heathrow Airport.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/man-guilty-of-terror-offence-for-not-unlocking-iphone-11052785

Oxford student gets suspended jail sentence

An Oxford student said to be "too clever" to go to jail has been given a 10-month suspended prison sentence for stabbing her ex-boyfriend.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/oxford-student-lavinia-woodward-gets-suspended-jail-term-for-stabbing-ex-boyfriend-11053181

Atopic Dermatitis in Horses

Learn how to treat this skin condition in show horses without inadvertently breaking drug rules.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/36122

Feeding Choke-Prone Horses

Find out which horses are at the highest risk for feed-related choke and what you can do to reduce that risk.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/39714

Ryanair 'working hard' to end flights 'mess-up'

More than 305,000 Ryanair customers affected by a pilot rota blunder which forced the cancellation of 2,100 flights have either been refunded in full or rebooked on alternative routes, the airline has said.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/ryanair-working-hard-to-end-flights-mess-up-11053017

Erskine named Jean Ellen Shehan Professor and Director

Michael Erskine, DVM, Dipl. ABVP, has served as director of Virginia Tech's Marion duPont Scott Equine Medical Center since 2013.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/39722

BLM Begins Rock Springs Wild Horse Gather

The BLM is gathering horses from the Adobe Town, Salt Wells Creek, and Great Divide Basin herd management areas in southwestern Wyoming.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/39721

How to Help Horses in Areas Hit by Natural Disasters

Drs. Eric Davis and Becky McConnico offer advice for sending donations to areas after a natural disaster.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/39720

Teen girl held after school worker stabbed

A 16-year-old schoolgirl has been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder after a welfare officer at her school was stabbed.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/lincolnshire-schoolgirl-16-held-on-suspicion-of-attempted-murder-after-welfare-worker-stabbed-11052880

Where Do Horse Owners Get Supplement Advice?

Survey participants considered veterinarians the most reliable information source, an encouraging finding for the researchers.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/39702

Politicians think northerners are 'inbred' - MP

Labour MP Angela Rayner has criticised how governments have treated the North - suggesting politicians think of northerners as "inbred".

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/labour-conference-angela-rayner-says-mps-think-northerners-are-inbred-11052751

Labour pledges to 'end' new PFI contracts

John McDonnell will pledge an end to any new Private Finance Initiative contracts in his speech to Labour conference, according to Sky sources.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/john-mcdonnell-to-announce-an-end-to-scandal-of-pfi-at-labour-conference-11052899

Jeremy Corbyn holograms among Labour ideas

Labour considered projecting holograms of Jeremy Corbyn in locations across the UK, Sky News understands.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/jeremy-corbyn-holograms-and-rousing-sea-speech-among-labour-ideas-11052724

British glamour model kidnap 'could be a sham'

A British glamour model's claim that she was kidnapped and offered for sale on the dark web could be "a sham", a court has heard.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/alleged-kidnap-of-british-glamour-model-chloe-ayling-could-be-a-sham-court-hears-11052850

Uber boss apologises to Londoners over ban

Uber CEO Dara Khosrowshahi has apologised to Londoners for mistakes the company has made and asked customers to work "with us".

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/uber-boss-dara-khosrowshahi-apologises-and-asks-customers-to-work-with-us-11052842

New arrest over Parsons Green Tube bomb

A 20-year-old man has been arrested in Cardiff in connection with the Parsons Green Tube bomb attack, Scotland Yard has said.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/man-arrested-in-cardiff-over-parsons-green-tube-bomb-attack-11052770

Aldi sales soar but profits slip amid price war

Budget supermarket Aldi has reported record sales in the UK and Ireland despite a dip in profits amid a fierce price war in the sector.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/aldi-sales-soar-but-profits-slip-amid-price-war-11052687

Just the tonic: Gin boom boosts UK distilleries

The number of distilleries in the UK has risen by a fifth in the last year to 131, according to a new report.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/just-the-tonic-gin-boom-boosts-uk-distilleries-11052652

Women managers earn £12k less than fellow men

Female managers are earning an average £12,000 less than their male counterparts, new research shows.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/women-managers-earn-16312k-less-than-fellow-men-11052601

Sunday, 24 September 2017

Fresh Brexit talks due to get under way

A new round of Brexit negotiations is due to get under way later.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/fresh-round-of-brexit-negotiations-due-to-get-under-way-11052563

FIFA lifts ban on poppies on football kits

Home nation football teams will be able to wear poppies on their shirts during international matches after FIFA backed down.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/fifa-lifts-ban-on-poppies-on-football-kits-11052545

Surgeon stabbed outside mosque in 'hate crime'

A surgeon has been stabbed on his way to a mosque in an attack that police are treating as a hate crime.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/surgeon-stabbed-outside-mosque-in-hate-crime-11052520

Poll: People still don't recognise recycling benefits

More than a quarter of people (26%) in the UK do not recognise the direct benefits of recycling, according to a survey.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/recycling-more-must-be-done-to-promote-the-re-use-of-household-items-11052503

'Brits spend more time on loo than exercising'

The amount of time Britons spend on the loo is double the time they take to exercise, says a new survey.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/brits-spend-more-time-on-the-loo-than-they-do-on-exercise-says-survey-11051658

Labour to outline plans to fight debt crisis

Labour is unveiling a pledge at its conference to help families trapped by massive credit card debts by introducing a cap on interest payments.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/labour-vows-to-cap-credit-card-interest-to-fight-debt-crisis-11052485

Police shut 28,000 websites selling counterfeits

Police have shut down 28,000 websites selling counterfeit goods to British consumers - more than 4,000 of which were set up using identities stolen from other customers.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/police-shut-28000-websites-selling-counterfeits-11051451

Brexit vote vetoed at Labour conference

Jeremy Corbyn has avoided a potentially embarrassing row over Brexit, after delegates at the Labour conference blocked a meaningful vote on the issue.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/labour-conference-delegates-block-meaningful-vote-on-brexit-11051966

The Horse's

The Horse and Merck have teamed to bring you rabies-related content Sept. 24-30, 2017.

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Brexit vote vetoed at Labour conference

Jeremy Corbyn has avoided a row over Brexit overshadowing the Labour conference, after delegates vetoed any votes on the issue.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/labour-delegates-veto-vote-on-brexit-at-labour-conference-11051966

Too high? Stoned climbers stuck on tallest peak

Four climbers had to be rescued from England's highest mountain, Scafell Pike, when they got stranded after taking cannabis.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/climbers-on-cannabis-rescued-from-englands-highest-mountain-scafell-pike-11051913

Foal Immunodeficiency Syndrome Test Available From Gluck

About 30% of Fell Ponies and 18% of Dales Ponies are mutation carriers. The syndrome is also found in Gypsy Horses.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/39703

Microsoft launches new healthcare division based on artificial intelligence software



from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2017/09/24/microsoft-launches-new-healthcare-division-based-artificial/

Sorry moderates: It's Corbyn's party now

In 2016, as I travelled up to the Labour party conference in Liverpool, there was no doubt that this was a party on the verge of a civil war.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/sorry-moderates-its-jeremy-corbyns-party-now-11051740

Hit-and-run leaves new mum fighting for her life

A new mother is fighting for her life after being hit by a car while pushing her four-day-old baby in a pram.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/hit-and-run-leaves-new-mum-fighting-for-life-four-days-after-giving-birth-11051695

Burnham hits out at Labour snub for the North

Andy Burnham has hit out at Labour’s ban on him speaking at the party’s conference in Brighton, claiming it’s a snub for the North of England.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/burnham-hits-out-at-labour-snub-for-the-north-11051619

Tom Riddle, DVM, Named 2017 Friend of UK Ag Equine Programs

Riddle co-founded Rood & Riddle Equine Hospital in 1986 and specializes in reproductive veterinary medicine,

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/39715

Mother of missing airman retraces final steps

The mother of missing RAF serviceman Corrie McKeague is retracing her son's steps one year on from the night he disappeared.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/mother-of-missing-raf-gunner-corrie-mckeague-retraces-his-final-steps-11051400

'Nationwide effort' needed to clear plastic

Campaigners say need we a nationwide public effort to clear our waterways of rubbish, and that attitudes towards single use plastics need to change. 

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/nationwide-public-effort-needed-to-clear-plastic-pollution-11051507

Takeover call in wake of Grenfell disaster

Diane Abbott has called for commissioners to be sent in to take over and run Kensington council, blasting the Tories "shameful" response to the Grenfell fire.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/grenfell-tower-disaster-diane-abbott-demands-takeover-of-kensington-and-chelsea-council-11051406

Ferdinand told kids mum was 'going to the stars'

Rio Ferdinand told his children their mother was "going to go up into the stars" in the days before she passed away.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/rio-ferdinand-i-told-kids-mum-was-going-to-the-stars-11051372

Uber could stay on road if changes, says Labour

Uber could stay on the road if it met the "reasonable" demands set out by Transport for London, senior Labour frontbencher Diane Abbott has said.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/uber-could-stay-on-the-road-if-changes-says-labour-11051280

Selecting Horse Hay: Separating Fact From Fiction

Can you feed hay that's been rained on? Is second-cutting always best? Here we debunk common myths about choosing hay.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/34737

Abbott backs two-year Brexit transition plan

Labour's Diane Abbott has backed plans for a two-year transitional period after the official Brexit date.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/diane-abbott-backs-theresa-mays-two-year-brexit-transition-plan-11051125

Two rescued from rubble after gas blast

Two people have been injured, one seriously, after a gas explosion ripped through a guest house burying them under rubble.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/man-and-woman-rescued-from-rubble-after-blackpool-gas-explosion-11051162

Tory coup plot claims amid bitter Cabinet rift

Philip Hammond sent Boris Johnson a text message offering to back him as party leader within hours of the General Election, it was claimed last night.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/tory-coup-plot-claims-amid-bitter-cabinet-rift-11051120

Saturday, 23 September 2017

The best gaming headsets you can buy



from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/0/best-gaming-headsets-can-buy/

Davis: £40bn Brexit bill claim 'made up'

Claims Britain is facing a £40bn "divorce bill" as a result of leaving the European Union are "made up", the Brexit Secretary has suggested.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/david-davis-says-16340bn-brexit-divorce-bill-claim-is-made-up-11051014

Brexit rebellion for Corbyn as conference begins

Labour's conference opens in Brighton with Jeremy Corbyn attempting to turn up the heat on the Tories but facing a Brexit rebellion from pro-Remain Labour MPs.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/corbyn-faces-brexit-rebellion-as-labour-conference-begins-11050978

Shoppers sprayed with 'noxious substance'

Six people are believed to have been injured after reports a group were spraying a "noxious substance" in east London.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/six-hurt-after-being-sprayed-with-noxious-substance-at-westfield-in-stratford-11050889

Uber arch-rival Lyft holds talks with Transport for London as it plots global expansion



from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2017/09/23/uber-arch-rival-lyft-holds-talks-transport-london-plots-global/

Motorists stuck for hours amid M3 hazard alert

Thousands of motorists and passengers were stranded for up to 12 hours on a motorway as bomb disposal experts dealt with a mystery hazard on the carriageway.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/motorists-on-m3-stuck-for-hours-as-bomb-squad-investigate-hazard-alert-11049945

Registration for Online Horse Behavior, Safety Course Open

Members of Saddle Up Safely's partner organizations can receive a 10% discount on the registration fee.

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Colin Firth becomes Italian after Brexit vote

Film star Colin Firth has taken Italian citizenship in the wake of the Brexit vote, it has been revealed.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/colin-firth-becomes-italian-citizen-after-brexit-vote-11049083

Uber protest petition tops half a million

More than half a million people have signed a petition calling on Transport for London to reverse its decision to stop Uber operating in the capital.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/save-your-uber-petition-against-tfl-decision-not-to-renew-licence-tops-500000-11049585

UK Graduate Student Spotlight: Ashley Steuer, DVM

Steuer is conducting in vitro (in the laboratory) research on cultivating certain equine parasites.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/39705

Study: Oxytocin Does Not Cause Cardiac Changes in Mares

This is good news, researchers say, since oxytocin infusion is the best treatment for retained placenta in mares.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/39716

Friday, 22 September 2017

Over 400,000 sign petition to 'save Uber'

Hundreds of thousands of people have signed a petition calling for taxi-hailing app Uber to be allowed to continue in the capital.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/over-400000-sign-petition-backing-uber-in-london-11048816

Gary Numan on pushing limits of tech in music

British electro pop pioneer Gary Numan says he prefers working with computers to people.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/gary-numan-on-pushing-the-limits-of-technology-in-music-11047962

Sky Data Poll: Britons back Uber in the UK

More than half of the British public think Uber should be allowed to operate in the UK, an exclusive Sky Data poll reveals.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/sky-data-poll-britons-back-uber-in-the-uk-11048812

Ex-paramilitaries back courthouse hotel plans

Two former paramilitaries have backed a plan to turn the Belfast court where they were convicted of terrorism offences into a luxury hotel.   

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/former-paramilitaries-back-plans-to-convert-crumlin-road-court-into-hotel-11048760

Labour needs a stronger recovery for victory

As Labour's conference gets under way, a recent Ipsos/MORI poll has shown the party holding a four-point lead over the Conservatives.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/labour-needs-a-stronger-recovery-for-victory-11048809

UK's credit rating suffers due to Brexit fears

Moody's has downgraded the UK's credit rating, citing concerns about public finances and the effect of Brexit.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/moodys-downgrades-uks-credit-rating-due-to-spending-and-brexit-fears-11048793

Corrie McKeague: Men in CCTV images identified

Detectives investigating the disappearance of RAF gunner Corrie McKeague have identified four men who joked with him on the night he vanished.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/men-seen-in-cctv-footage-of-corrie-mckeague-have-been-identified-11048301

Bluegrass Equine Digest at 100

The monthly newsletter is dedicated to providing updates on research and information from UK's College of Agriculture, Food and Environment.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/39713

Four arrested after easyJet flight diverted

Four passengers have been arrested after a flight from Barcelona to Liverpool was diverted to Bristol Airport.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/four-disruptive-passengers-arrested-after-easyjet-flight-diverted-11048251

Michigan Man Pleads Guilty to Fatal Barn Fire

A Michigan man has pleaded guilty to a barn fire that claimed the lives of 13 therapy horses earlier this year.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/39717

Where has Uber run into trouble around the world?



from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2017/09/22/has-uber-run-trouble-around-world/

Man denies trying to murder children in car crash

A 29-year-old man has denied attempting to murder four children in a car crash in South Yorkshire.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/owen-scott-denies-trying-to-murder-children-in-barnsley-car-crash-11047741

Bodyboard dress raises awareness of beach waste

A dress made of fabric taken from 100 disposable polystyrene bodyboards found on the beaches of Devon and Cornwall is going on display in Newquay to highlight the amount of waste the cheap boards create.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/waveofwaste-bodyboard-dress-raises-awareness-of-beach-waste-11047745

UK Gluck Center Welcomes Dr. Carrie Shaffer

Carrie Shaffer, PhD, is an assistant professor of microbiology and will conduct Rhodococcus research.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/39707

Theresa May's Brexit speech in Florence

The Prime Minister tries to break a Brexit talks stalemate with a speech billed as the most important of her premiership.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/live-theresa-mays-brexit-speech-in-florence-11047705

Insect Bite Hypersensitivity in Horses

Do you have an itchy horse? We have help! Check out our special report on sweet itch.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/37988

Unsound and Overweight Horses

Find out how you can keep your metabolically efficient horse healthy when he's laid up with injury or chronic illness.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/39700

Alternatives to Uber: Apps to use if Uber is banned



from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2017/09/22/alternatives-uber-apps-use-uber-banned/

'Brilliant jerks' and driver selfies: 10 Uber facts

Uber has tens of thousands of drivers on London streets, but from October, grabbing one in the capital could be a thing of the past.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/10-uber-interesting-facts-from-brilliant-jerks-to-forced-selfies-11047453

Man, 18, charged with Parsons Green terror attack

A teenager has been charged in connection with the Parsons Green tube terror attack last Friday.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/ahmed-hassan-18-charged-with-parsons-green-tube-terror-attack-11047820

iPhone 8 goes on sale around the world - in pictures



from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2017/09/22/iphone-8-goes-sale-around-world-pictures/

'Good news for my bank balance!' Londoners reliant on Uber react to shock TfL decision 



from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2017/09/22/good-news-bank-balance-londoners-reliant-uber-react-shock-tfl/

Caring for Senior Horses: What to Remember

A vet tech shares tips on how to best manage aging equids' unique needs to keep them healthy and happy through their golden years.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/37710

Woman arrested after boy, 7, found dead

A woman has been arrested on suspicion of murdering a seven-year-old boy in Shropshire.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/woman-arrested-in-hospital-after-boy-7-found-dead-in-shropshire-11047667

'Tired' police face 'hard choices' over terror

Metropolitan Police Commissioner Cressida Dick has warned police are facing "hard choices" as the rapidly increasing cost of dealing with terrorism takes up more and more of their budgets.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/met-police-face-hard-choices-over-terror-and-funding-issues-cressida-dick-11047522

Uber denied London licence in shock move that bans cars from city's streets



from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2017/09/22/uber-denied-london-licence-huge-setback-app/

Transport for London will not renew Uber's licence

This is a breaking news story.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/transport-for-london-will-not-renew-ubers-licence-11047580

'I'm not going to use it!': Apple fan reveals sweet reason he spent 11 days camping for new iPhone 8 



from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2017/09/22/not-going-use-apple-fan-reveals-sweet-reason-spent-11-days-camping/

How the iPhone's Do Not Disturb While Driving feature works - and how to turn it off



from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/0/iphones-do-not-disturb-driving-feature-works-turn/

Over-50s group Saga sees growing travel demand

The growing popularity of cruises and long-haul trips helped over-50s travel and insurance group Saga remain on track for another year of profit growth.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/over-50s-group-saga-sees-growing-demand-for-high-value-holidays-11047399

UK warship brings 60 tonnes of aid to Caribbean

Britain's biggest warship has arrived in the Caribbean to help islands battered by Hurricane Irma.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/hms-ocean-brings-60-tonnes-of-aid-to-caribbean-after-hurricane-irma-11047323

Thursday, 21 September 2017

Corrie McKeague search: New images released

Detectives investigating the disappearance of Corrie McKeague have released images of four men who came into contact with the RAF gunner on the night he went missing.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/police-release-cctv-images-in-bid-to-find-missing-raf-gunner-corrie-mckeague-11047081

Terrorism and cuts put police under pressure

Britain's police service is under unsustainable pressure due to the resources required to fight terrorism, says one of the country's top officers.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/terrorism-and-cuts-put-police-under-pressure-11047271

The almost impossible line May must tread

There's something slightly absurd about today's speech.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/brexit-and-the-almost-impossible-line-may-must-tread-in-florence-11047266

Fitbits could be putting children off exercise

Fitbits and other fitness trackers could actually be putting children off exercise, researchers have warned.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/fitbits-could-be-putting-children-off-exercise-11047225

Uber expected to find out London licence decision today



from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2017/09/22/uber-expected-find-london-licence-decision-today/

Uber braced for crash over London licence

Uber is bracing itself for regulators‎ to deliver a crucial ruling that could trigger the removal of tens of thousands of private-hire drivers from London's streets.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/uber-braced-for-crash-as-tfl-delivers-london-licence-ruling-11047257

Corbyn: Labour 'now UK's political mainstream'

Jeremy Corbyn has declared his party is now the "mainstream" of UK politics, as the Labour leader vowed to keep up the pressure on a Government "in disarray".

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/jeremy-corbyn-labour-now-the-mainstream-in-uk-politics-11047194

PM to urge EU 'creativity' in key Brexit speech

Theresa May will urge EU leaders to show "creativity" over Brexit and remind them of the historical significance of securing a UK exit deal.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/may-to-urge-eu-creativity-in-major-brexit-speech-in-florence-11047170

Facebook releasing 3,000 Russian-bought adverts to Congress



from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2017/09/21/facebook-releasing-3000-russian-bought-adverts-congress/

Man almost loses sight in acid attack

An elderly man almost lost his sight in one eye after being sprayed with acid by two men who stole his Cartier watch.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/man-almost-loses-sight-after-despicable-acid-attack-during-street-robbery-11046726

Weather presenter breaks wrist in welly race

Weather presenter Sian Lloyd has suffered a broken wrist after falling during a "stupid running race in wellies".

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/weather-presenter-sian-lloyd-breaks-wrist-after-racing-colleague-while-wearing-wellies-11046557

Fifteen to One host William G Stewart dies

William G Stewart, the legendary former host of popular TV show Fifteen to One, has died.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/former-fifteen-to-one-host-william-g-stewart-dies-11046848

Arnold Yorkshire-negger: Star works out at gym

Terminator star Arnold Schwarzenegger surprised staff at a Leeds gym by turning up and pumping iron.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/arnold-schwarzenegger-pumps-iron-at-yorkshire-gym-11046677

QUIZ: Do you know the real value of university?

Is university worth it? Well, depending on where you study in the UK, the decision could cost you £23,000 more a year.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/this-quiz-on-the-true-cost-of-university-is-harder-than-a-monday-9am-lecture-11042386

What can be done about university fees? 

Since Jeremy Corbyn promised that Labour would abolish fees, there has been a frenzy of speculation about how the Government would respond. Here are the options:

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/what-can-the-government-do-about-the-cost-of-university-11046343

UK Freshman Receives Legacy Equine Foundation Scholarship

Lexington native Dion Compton, an equine science and management and business minor, received an inaugural Legacy Equine Foundation scholarship.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/39704

Severed hand closes road... but turns out to be fake

Police closed a main road after the apparent gruesome discovery of a bloody severed hand – only to find it was fake.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/severed-hand-closes-a19-in-middlesbrough-but-turns-out-to-be-fake-11046298

Arch eurosceptic and former MP Teddy Taylor dies

The former Conservative MP Sir Teddy Taylor, one of the most outspoken and relentless critics of European integration, has died at 80.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/eurosceptic-and-former-tory-mp-sir-teddy-taylor-dies-at-80-11046321

Ian Brady 'removed feeding tube' before death

Moors murderer Ian Brady removed his feeding tube five days before his death, an inquest has heard.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/moors-murderer-ian-brady-removed-feeding-tube-five-days-before-his-death-inquest-hears-11046273

Schoolmasters as School Horses

Do retired, well-schooled horses really make good beginners' horses?

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/39694

It's All Academic Until it Happens to You

Veteran journalist and TheHorse.com reporter Pat Raia shares her experiences preparing for and weathering Hurricane Irma.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/39712

Sampson sacking 'reflects very poorly' on FA

The head of an influential committee of MPs has said the Mark Sampson affair "reflects very poorly" on the Football Association.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/damian-collins-says-mark-sampson-sacking-reflects-very-poorly-on-fa-11046221

How Horse Personality Impacts Learning

Scientists confirmed a link between equine personality and cognition style. Find out how that could impact how we train horses.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/39711

Book Proceeds to Help Fund EPM Research at Gluck Center

The Tale of Noel: The Holiday Horse Angel is author Kristen Halverson's second children's book.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/39710

Friend of London Bridge terror attacker jailed

A close friend of the ringleader of the London Bridge terror attack has been jailed after making Islamic State propaganda videos outside Windsor Castle.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/taha-hussain-a-friend-of-khuram-butt-jailed-after-is-videos-outside-windsor-castle-11046058

iOS 11's Bluetooth and Wi-Fi controls don't actually turn off Bluetooth or Wi-Fi



from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2017/09/21/ios-11s-bluetooth-wi-fi-controls-dont-actually-turn-bluetooth/

PM chairs Cabinet meeting ahead of Brexit speech

Theresa May is chairing a Cabinet meeting to restore unity in her Government ahead of a crucial Brexit speech on Friday in Florence.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/theresa-may-chairs-cabinet-meeting-ahead-of-brexit-speech-11046113

Ryanair to recruit 125 new pilots in two weeks

Ryanair's boss Michael O'Leary has announced plans for the airline to recruit 125 new pilots within 'the next week or two'.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/ryanair-to-recruit-125-new-pilots-in-the-next-week-or-two-11046115

Deliveroo revenues grow over 600pc but losses stack up



from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2017/09/21/deliveroo-revenues-grow-600pc-losses-stack/

Google buys HTC assets in $1.1bn return to mobile phone ownership



from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2017/09/21/google-buys-htc-division-11bn-return-mobile-phone-ownership/

Ryanair pilots reject £12k bonus to work days off

A group of Ryanair pilots have rejected an offer of a £12,000 cash bonus from the company in exchange for agreeing to work on their days off over the coming months.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/ryanair-pilots-reject-16312000-cash-offer-to-work-overtime-11046015

How to set up Apple Pay and make payments with your iPhone



from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/0/set-apple-pay-make-payments-iphone/

Why did FA only learn about Sampson last week?

When the FA appointed Greg Clarke as its chairman last year, the organisation wanted a safe pair of hands who would steer the rusty old ship through troubled waters towards a more modern future.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/why-did-fa-only-learn-about-mark-sampson-last-week-11045549

Wednesday, 20 September 2017

Boy, 17, held over Parsons Green Tube attack

A 17-year-old boy has been arrested in Thornton Heath, south London, over the Parsons Green terror attack.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/boy-17-arrested-in-thornton-heath-over-parsons-green-terror-attack-11045880

Universities warned over 67% dropout rates

Students paying £9,250 fees risk being failed by degree courses with huge dropout rates, the universities minister has warned.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/education-minister-jo-johnson-warns-universities-over-67-dropout-rates-11045610

Sky Data poll: One in three say uni 'not worth it'

One third of Britons - including more than half of 18-24 year-olds - think the cost of university is not worth it for people currently considering applying, a Sky Data poll reveals.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/sky-data-poll-one-in-three-britons-say-university-not-worth-it-11045812

Scottish universities under 'financial stress'

Scotland's Universities say they are suffering "financial stress" under current funding arrangements.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/scottish-universities-under-financial-stress-with-calls-for-more-investment-11045781

Govt to consider 'death by dangerous cycling' law

The Government is to conduct an urgent review into whether cyclists who put others' lives at risk should be subject to equivalent laws as drivers.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/government-to-consider-death-by-dangerous-cycling-offence-11045771

Exhibition of artist who inspired Banksy

He was the rock star painter who inspired rappers, filmmakers and street artists.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/barbican-exhibition-of-artist-jean-michel-basquiat-who-inspired-banksy-11045522

iOS 11 has introduced a Snapchat loophole that is allowing people to secretly record other users’ snaps 



from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2017/09/20/ios-11-has-introduced-snapchat-loophole-allowing-people-secretly/

UKVDL Map of the Month: Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever

Affected horses can exhibit mild colic signs, jaundice, fever, depression, mild limb edema, and ataxia.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/39708

Gluck Center 30th Anniversary Celebration Schedule Released

The Gluck Equine Research Center is celebrating 30 years of legacy service to the equine community worldwide.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/39709

England women's football boss sacked

The Football Association has announced it has sacked England women's football manager Mark Sampson after evidence of "inappropriate behaviour".

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/england-womens-football-manager-mark-sampson-sacked-following-new-evidence-11044997

Parsons Green suspects lived in 'halfway house'

The two latest men being questioned over the Parsons Green tube attack were arrested in a raid on a "halfway house" for asylum seekers, neighbours have said.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/parsons-green-attack-latest-suspects-lived-in-halfway-house-for-asylum-seekers-11044919

Bin strike suspended as workers win court battle

Birmingham's lengthy bin strike, which left the city's streets festering with piles of rubbish for weeks, has been suspended following a High Court victory for workers.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/birmingham-bin-strike-suspended-after-high-court-win-for-workers-11044972

Finding Irish border solution 'lies with UK'

The burden of finding a solution to the issue of the Irish border after Brexit lies firmly with the British Government, the European Parliament's Brexit co-ordinator has said.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/finding-irish-border-solution-after-brexit-lies-with-uk-verhofstadt-11044687

Repairing your cracked iPhone screen just got more expensive  



from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2017/09/20/repairing-cracked-iphone-screen-just-got-expensive/

Ryanair issues plea to axed flight customers

Ryanair has pleaded with customers affected by the cancellation of 2,100 of its flights to "bear with us" as it gets to grips with refunds and rescheduling.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/ryanair-asks-pilot-rota-error-customers-to-bear-with-us-11044910

England women's football boss to leave role

England women's football manager Mark Sampson is to leave his role, Sky sources have confirmed.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/england-womens-football-manager-mark-sampson-to-leave-role-sky-sources-11044997

Parliament Square to get its first female statue

Parliament Square is to get its first ever statue of a woman after planning permission was granted for a memorial to suffragist leader Millicent Fawcett.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/millicent-fawcett-statue-in-parliament-square-to-go-ahead-11044832

Seabirds covered in mysterious black oil rescued

More than 20 seabirds have been rescued after being found covered in a mysterious black oil.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/seabirds-covered-in-mysterious-black-oil-rescued-11044754

New medal for UK soldiers who fight IS

British troops who helped in the fight against Islamic State will receive a medal for their efforts, the Defence Secretary has announced.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/new-medal-for-british-soldiers-fighting-islamic-state-in-operation-shader-11044654

How to Bathe a Horse Like a Pro

Learn how to bathe a horse from Mari Valceschini, an FEI dressage competitor and assistant trainer at Natalie Perry Dressage, in Bend, Oregon.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/34170

Equine Hoof Care: The Flourishing Frog

The horse's frog is a highly adaptable structure that's crucial to hoof health. Here's what you need to know.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/39669

Suspicious item that shut M1 'highly corrosive'

The suspicious object that led to part of the M1 being closed for several hours is believed to be hydrochloric acid, police have said.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/m1-suspicious-object-thought-to-be-highly-corrosive-hydrochloric-acid-11044764

Britain First leaders charged with harassment

Britain First leader Paul Golding and his deputy Jayda Fransen have been charged with causing religiously aggravated harassment.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/britain-first-leader-paul-golding-and-deputy-jayda-fransen-charged-with-harassment-11044893

Sudden Conformation Change in an Aged Mare

A vet weighs in on what might cause a well-conformed senior mare to become over at the knee and fall during a ride.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/26554

HTC shares suspended amid rumoured Google takeover



from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2017/09/20/htc-shares-suspended-amid-rumoured-google-takeover/

New Navicular Bursa Injection Technique Validated

The ultrasound-guided technique allows veterinarians to see the needle entering the navicular bursa without hoof-wall interference.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/39701

iOS 11 update blocks Microsoft accounts from sending emails



from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2017/09/20/ios-11-update-blocks-microsoft-accounts-sending-emails/

Banker helped gang launder £16m for cybercriminals

A gang of five men, including a corrupt banker, have pleaded guilty to their part in laundering more than £16m for international cybercriminals.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/banker-helped-gang-launder-16316m-for-cybercriminals-11044498

Amazon developing 'Alexa glasses' that talk to owners 



from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2017/09/20/amazon-developing-alexa-glasses-talk-owners/

Digital Shadows raises $26m to protect companies against threats on the dark web



from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2017/09/20/digital-shadows-raises-26m-protect-companies-against-threats/

Two more arrests in Wales over Parsons Green attack

Two more men have been arrested in South Wales over the Parsons Green terrorist attack, police say.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/two-more-arrests-in-wales-over-parsons-green-attack-11044504

UK 'to offer €20bn for Brexit divorce bill'

The Government is reportedly prepared to pay €20bn (£17.7bn) to meet its financial obligations to the European Union after Brexit.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/uk-to-offer-836420bn-for-brexit-divorce-bill-report-says-11044409

Public sector pay 'approaching historic low'

Public sector pay is approaching "historically low levels" in comparison to the private sector and will soon impact the ability of hospitals, schools and other services to hold on to high quality staff, a new report has found.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/public-sector-pay-approaching-historically-low-levels-says-ifs-report-11044385

Tata Steel takes first step towards merger

Tata Steel and German industrial group Thyssenkrupp have signed a 'Memorandum of Understanding' in what marks the first step towards a merger of the two companies.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/tata-steel-takes-first-step-towards-german-thyssenkrupp-merger-11044376

Tuesday, 19 September 2017

Police at 'breaking point' admits chief constable

One of Britain's biggest police forces is warning it has reached tipping point due to financial pressures and an ever-increasing workload.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/burglaries-may-get-lighter-approach-as-police-chief-admits-staff-at-breaking-point-11044294

Third arrest over Parsons Green terror attack

A 25-year-old man has been arrested in Newport, Wales, in connection with the Parsons Green terror attack.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/third-arrest-over-parsons-green-tube-terror-attack-11043932

Details about young refugees in UK 'inadequate'

The backstories of young refugees arriving in Britain are still not adequately being shared with councils who go on to take responsibility for them, according to the body that represents local authorities.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/details-about-young-refugees-in-uk-inadequate-councils-warn-11043345

May expects Johnson to remain in Cabinet

Theresa May expects Boris Johnson to remain in her Cabinet, with the Prime Minister insisting the Foreign Secretary is "doing good work".

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/pm-expects-cabinet-agreement-on-brexit-despite-boris-johnson-row-11043477

Fall in Place: Create a Winter Paddock

Alayne shares tips for improving the health and productivity of your horse pastures by creating a winter paddock.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/39699

Poll Recap: Horseless Times of Life

Of the 439 respondents, 348 (79%) said that they have been horseless at some point in their life.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/39697

FEI President Ingmar De Vos Elected as IOC Member

De Vos is the 13th FEI president and only the fourth to become an IOC member.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/39698

Boris Johnson denies plan to quit over Brexit

Boris Johnson has dismissed suggestions he might resign in protest of the Government's Brexit strategy.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/brexit-boris-johnson-denies-plan-to-quit-over-differences-with-pm-11043212

2017 BEVA Award Winners Announced

Awards were presented to veterinarians focusing on equine veterinary science, health, and welfare at the 2017 BEVA Congress, in Liverpool, U.K.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/39693

Rio Ferdinand swaps football for boxing

Former England defender Rio Ferdinand has announced he is re-training as a professional boxer.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/rio-ferdinand-swaps-football-boots-for-boxing-gloves-11043028

Shared Science: Human and Equine Health Similarities

Studying diseases across species can benefit horses as well as people.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/38129

Passengers 'livid' over cancelled Ryanair flights

Ryanair passengers have described their anger at being told their flights were cancelled just hours beforehand.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/passengers-livid-over-cancelled-ryanair-flights-11042993

iPhone 8 and 8 Plus review: A worthy upgrade - but should you wait for the iPhone X?



from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2017/09/19/iphone-8-8-plus-review-worthy-upgrade-should-wait-iphone-x/

How to check which apps won’t work with iOS 11 before you upgrade



from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2017/09/19/check-apps-wont-work-ios-11-upgrade/

Grenfell Tower fire death toll may fall

Police say the number of people killed in the Grenfell Tower fire may be slightly lower than first feared.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/grenfell-tower-fire-death-toll-may-be-lower-than-first-feared-police-say-11043094

M1 shut both ways after 'suspicious object' found

Police have closed a section of the M1 in both directions after a "suspicious object" was found under a bridge.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/m1-motorway-shut-between-northampton-and-milton-keynes-after-suspicious-object-found-11043027

Equifax: Hackers hit company five months before stealing 143 million customer details 



from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2017/09/19/equifax-hackers-hit-company-five-months-stealing-143-million/

When is iOS 11 released, what are its key features and what iPhones and iPads can I get it on?



from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2017/09/19/ios-11-released-key-features-iphones-ipads-can-get/

Apple iOS through the ages: in pictures



from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/0/apple-ios-through-the-ages-in-pictures/

Grocery shoppers turn to own-brand products

Shoppers are increasingly turning to supermarket own-brands as they bid to shield their grocery bills from rising prices.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/grocery-shoppers-turn-to-own-brand-products-to-combat-rising-prices-11042888

Doctors issue warning over toy Nerf guns

Doctors say bullets used in the popular toy Nerf guns can cause serious eye injuries.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/doctors-issue-warning-over-toy-nerf-guns-11042842

Monday, 18 September 2017

What journey did the Parsons Green bomber take?

It was just before 7am last Friday when a security camera attached to a house in Sunbury-on-Thames captured an image that sources have told Sky News may be the Parsons Green Tube bomber.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/what-journey-did-the-parsons-green-bomber-take-11042586

PM and Boris Johnson face awkward reunion

Theresa May and Boris Johnson face an awkward reunion later as the Prime Minister joins her Foreign Secretary at the United Nations after a very public spat over Brexit.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/theresa-may-and-boris-johnson-face-awkward-reunion-11042770

Pensioner faces jail for fatally shooting burglar

A 72-year-old who lived a reclusive life with his sister could be imprisoned after he shot dead a man who tried to break into his caravan.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/reclusive-pensioner-faces-jail-for-fatally-shooting-an-intruder-11042539

Microsoft's Hotmail and Outlook suffer all-day outage in Europe



from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2017/09/18/microsofts-hotmail-outlook-suffer-all-day-outage-europe/

Full list of Ryanair's cancelled flights

Ryanair has published a list of hundreds of flights it is cancelling over the next six weeks after it admitted 'messing up' pilots' holiday.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/full-list-of-ryanairs-cancelled-flights-11042643

Skin Issues That Affect Saddle Fit

Some sores, injuries, and infections can make saddling and riding a painful process for your horse. Here's what to watch for.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/35844

Critics say Google's offer to change search results in Europe is inadequate



from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2017/09/18/critics-say-googles-offer-change-search-results-europe-inadequate/

Pasture Management 101: Grass Species

In Part 1 of our series, learn which grasses can be used to populate horse pastures.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/39695

Photo released of baby boy abandoned in park

A picture has been released of a baby boy abandoned in east London, with the police saying they are "very worried" about his mother's well-being.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/photo-released-of-baby-boy-abandoned-in-an-east-london-park-11042466

A Beer for Our Horses

With Oktoberfest in full swing, we started to wonder: Is the racetrack tradition of giving horses beer a good idea?

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/39696

'Premier' arms dealer bought grenade on dark web

An arms dealer has been jailed for 22 years after using the dark web to source and supply guns and ammunition to organised crime groups.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/premier-league-arms-dealer-umair-khan-jailed-after-buying-grenade-on-dark-web-11042213

When is iOS 11 released, what are its key features and what iPhones and iPads can I get it on?



from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2017/09/18/ios-11-released-key-features-iphones-ipads-can-get2/

PM to raise Bombardier dispute with Trudeau

Theresa May has promised do "all she can" to head off a trade dispute threatening thousands of jobs in Northern Ireland as part of her top-level talks with Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/theresa-may-to-raise-bombardier-dispute-with-canadas-justin-trudeau-11042443

Biker jailed for 'hair-raising' wheelies on M6

A motorcyclist who pulled "hair-raising" wheelies and took a selfie on the M6 has been jailed for eight months.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/biker-pawel-zietowski-jailed-after-hair-raising-wheelies-and-selfie-on-m6-11042273

Dr. Jonathan Pycock Appointed New BEVA President

The equine reproduction specialist will serve as president of the British Equine Veterinary Association for 2017/18.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/39692

PM slaps down Johnson over Brexit intervention

Theresa May has slapped down Boris Johnson over his unauthorised intervention on Brexit, asserting her control over the negotiations as she batted away his demands.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/theresa-may-slaps-down-boris-johnson-over-brexit-intervention-11042375

2017 BEVA Congress: Saturday's Top Tweets and Take-Homes

Tweets and take-homes from Saturday's educational sessions on topics such as equine dentistry, ultrasound and hoof care.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/39691

Rooney says sorry to family over driving ban

Wayne Rooney has apologised for letting his family down "very badly" after pleading guilty to drink-driving while his pregnant wife was on holiday .

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/wayne-rooney-says-sorry-to-family-and-fans-after-letting-them-down-over-driving-ban-11041591

When is iOS 11 released, what are its key features and what iPhones and iPads can I get it on?



from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/0/ios-11-released-key-features-iphones-ipads-can-get/

Study: Fat Ponies Will Work for Food

Researchers found that some ponies are willing to exercise themselves ... as long as there's food involved.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/39690

Fatal crash cyclist Charlie Alliston sentenced

Cyclist Charlie Alliston has been sentenced to 18 months in a young offenders institution after a fatal crash in east London.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/cyclist-charlie-alliston-sentenced-to-18-months-11042070

Ryanair shares fall after pilot rota blunder

Ryanair shares have fallen after a pilot rota blunder left hundreds of thousands of passengers unsure whether their flights will take off.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/call-for-full-list-of-ryanair-cancellations-11041922

New Apple Watch will not work with EU roaming



from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2017/09/18/new-apple-watch-will-not-able-make-calls-abroad/

Govt faces Brexit revolt from carmakers

The Government faces a growing revolt from carmakers in Britain unhappy at the slow pace of clarity over post-Brexit customs arrangements crucial to their business model.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/government-faces-brexit-revolt-from-unhappy-car-makers-over-customs-11041724

Facebook's new Snooze button makes it easier to silence annoying friends  



from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2017/09/18/facebooks-new-snooze-button-makes-easier-silence-annoying-friends/

Four iOS 11 features that will be genuinely useful



from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2017/09/13/4-ios-11-features-will-genuinely-useful/

Snapchat blocks Al Jazeera in Saudi Arabia



from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2017/09/18/snapchat-blocks-al-jazeera-saudi-arabia/

Sunday, 17 September 2017

House prices fall - but some areas buck trend

The average UK asking price for a home coming onto the market fell by 1.2% to £310,000 in September.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/no-autumn-house-price-bounce-for-first-time-since-2013-11041666

First pictures of arrested Tube bomb suspect

These are the first pictures of a suspect being held by police investigating the Parsons Green bombing.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/first-pictures-of-arrested-tube-bomb-suspect-11041653

Pair questioned over Parsons Green bomb

Police investigating the Parsons Green Tube bombing are questioning two suspects after searching three properties over the weekend.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/pair-questioned-over-parsons-green-tube-bombing-11041590

Brexit fuels smuggling fears on the Irish border

The UK's plan to leave the Customs Union has fuelled fears of an upsurge in smuggling on the Irish border.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/brexit-fuels-smuggling-fears-on-the-irish-border-11041595

Cross-border game of 'Ulster's Robin Hood'

When the TV producer told me he would like a report on smuggling, I knew it would require full disclosure.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/cross-border-game-of-ulsters-robin-hood-11041628

Drinking 'harming' young people's prospects

One in four students is harming their career prospects by drinking too much, according to new research.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/one-in-four-students-risking-career-by-excessive-drinking-11041629

Rooney due in court to face drink-drive charge

Wayne Rooney is to due appear at Stockport Magistrates' Court this morning charged with drink driving.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/wayne-rooney-to-appear-in-court-over-drink-driving-charge-11041591

Johnson's (almost) defensible fib of £350m

It's the slogan that just won't die.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/boris-johnsons-almost-defensible-fib-of-163350m-for-nhs-11041538

New Banksy murals appear in London tunnel

Two murals by street artist Banksy have appeared in a tunnel close to the Barbican Centre in London.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/new-banksy-murals-appear-at-londons-barbican-11041559

May in Canada talks on post-Brexit trade deal

Theresa May will fly to Canada on Monday to "prepare the ground" for a post-Brexit trade deal, after deep cabinet splits emerged once more over her government’s approach to leaving the EU.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/theresa-may-to-fly-to-canada-for-talks-on-post-brexit-trade-deal-11041090

Family reveals Tessa Jowell has brain cancer

Former culture secretary Dame Tessa Jowell is being treated for brain cancer, her family has revealed on her 70th birthday.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/family-reveals-dame-tessa-jowell-is-being-treated-for-brain-cancer-11041180

Who was Samuel Johnson? The father of the modern dictionary - and his funniest entries



from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/0/samuel-johnson-father-modern-dictionary-funniest-entries/

Cable says he is 'plausible' candidate for PM

Sir Vince Cable has insisted he is a "plausible" candidate to be prime minister, as he attends his first party conference as Liberal Democrat leader.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/vince-cable-says-he-is-plausible-candidate-for-prime-minister-11040491