Children in northern England are 'falling behind'

Disadvantaged schoolchildren in the North are found to be on average one GCSE grade behind their peers in other parts of the country.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/children-in-the-north-of-england-are-falling-behind-11231653

Ofsted: Some students perverted by religion

Some schools are being used by individuals to "indoctrinate impressionable minds" under the guise of religious belief.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/ofsted-religious-belief-being-used-to-actively-pervert-young-minds-11231681

Drug for incurable breast cancer now on NHS

A drug which means incurable breast cancer patients can live a normal life will now be used across the NHS in England.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/perjeta-drug-which-prolongs-lives-of-incurable-breast-cancer-patients-approved-11231015

Wales bans intimate piercings for U18s

Wales has banned under-18s from having initimate piercings to protect their "health and well-being".

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/wales-bans-intimate-piercings-for-u18s-11230649

MPs vote to leave Parliament during six-year refit

After an historic Commons vote, MPs and peers are to move out of the Houses of Parliament while the crumbling building is repaired and restored at a cost of around £4bn.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/mps-vote-to-leave-parliament-during-six-year-refurbishment-11231458

Nine migrants rescued from English Channel

Nine people rescued from a boat crossing the English Channel told Border Force officers they come from Albania.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/investigation-launched-after-nine-albanian-migrants-rescued-from-english-channel-11231149

Equine Recurrent Uveitis

Eye specialist Dr. David Wilkie covers ERU (aka moon blindness) clinical signs, causes, exams, treatment, and more.

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Prisoner stabbed to death at Wormwood Scrubs

A prisoner has been found stabbed to death at HMP Wormwood Scrubs in west London, police have said.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/prisoner-stabbed-to-death-at-wormwood-scrubs-prison-11230839

Inquiry launched into real fur being sold as fake

A parliamentary inquiry is to be held into the mislabelling of real animal fur following a Sky News investigation. 

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/inquiry-launched-into-real-fur-being-sold-as-fake-after-sky-news-investigation-11230862

Prisoner 'stabbed to death' at Wormwood Scrubs

A prisoner has been found stabbed to death at Wormwood Scrubs, according to Sky sources.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/prisoner-stabbed-to-death-at-wormwood-scrubs-sky-sources-11230839

Best and worst rail firms for internet access

The best and worst train companies for internet reliability on their services have been revealed, according to new research.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/how-good-is-internet-access-on-your-train-11230730

BBC 'insult' to journalist amid gender pay row

A senior journalist at the centre of a gender pay row has accused the BBC of adding "insult to the original injury" as she revealed she has been offered £100,000 in back pay.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/bbc-gender-pay-row-carrie-gracie-accuses-bosses-of-adding-insult-to-injury-11230736

Terror accused claims driver 'vanished like magician'

The man accused of carrying out the Finsbury Park terror attack has blamed a man called Dave who he says "vanished" like Dynamo the magician.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/finsbury-park-attack-suspect-claims-other-man-crashed-van-into-worshippers-before-vanishing-like-magician-11230669

New leads in hunt for 'Night Watcher' burglar

Police hunting an armed, violent burglar have had more than 100 calls after an appeal for the public's help.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/night-watcher-manhunt-police-see-surge-in-calls-amid-appeal-for-violent-burglar-11230675

Ministers forced to reveal secret Brexit study

Ministers will be forced to publish a secret study on the impact of Brexit - after the details of what it contains were leaked.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/ministers-forced-to-publish-leaked-brexit-impact-study-11230715

Girl arrested after boy splashed with chemicals

A 14-year-old girl has been arrested after a boy was splashed with chemicals at a school in Darlington.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/girl-14-arrested-after-boy-splashed-in-face-with-chemicals-at-school-11230624

Brothers in court over £50m cocaine plot

Two brothers have appeared in court accused of involvement in a plot to smuggle £50m of cocaine into the UK on a private jet from Colombia.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/brothers-in-court-over-16350m-plot-to-import-cocaine-from-colombia-to-the-uk-11230679

New Culture Technique Could Improve Equine Stem Cell Therapy

When stem cells are treated with interferon gamma, they appear to have significantly enhanced reparative capacity, researchers found.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/40237

Equine Stem Cells Rein in Bacteria

Cornell researchers found that factors secreted by mesenchymal stromal cells might help fight bacteria in skin wounds.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/40236

Scottish politician warns of Islamophobia after slur

A Scottish Labour politician who claims he was racially abused by a member of his own party says the UK is facing a rise in "everyday Islamophobia".

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/scottish-politician-anas-sarwar-warns-of-rising-islamophobia-in-uk-after-slur-11230568

Why is My Gelding's Sheath Swollen?

A swollen sheath might be a minor issue, but it also could have more serious implications, one veterinarian says.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/40228

Equine Hoof Supplements

Does your horse have healthy hooves? Learn how nutrition and hoof supplements can help in this special guide.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/40220

Byron to shut restaurants as rescue plan approved

Byron, the struggling burger chain, has won the approval of landlords and creditors for a rescue plan that aims to shut 20 restaurants and slash rental costs.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/burger-chain-byrons-rescue-plan-is-approved-by-creditors-and-landlords-11230515

Walk-on grid girls scrapped from F1 races

Women who walk onto the grid at the start of Formula One races will no longer be used, the sport's organisers have said.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/walk-on-grid-girls-scrapped-from-f1-races-11230564

Govt will not block release of secret Brexit paper

Tory MPs will not be told to oppose a bid to publish a leaked Brexit impact paper.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/government-will-not-block-labour-bid-to-release-secret-brexit-impact-paper-11230547

Coca-Cola closing UK sites with 300 job losses

Coca-Cola plans to close a manufacturing site in Milton Keynes and a distribution centre in Northampton with the loss of 300 jobs.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/coca-cola-closes-two-uk-sites-with-loss-of-300-jobs-11230536

NHS 'must stop sharing patient data' with police

The NHS has been told to "immediately stop sharing patient data with the Home Office" for the purpose of tracing immigration offenders.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/nhs-must-immediately-stop-sharing-patient-data-with-home-office-say-mps-11230422

Girl's father 'yet to be questioned over murder'

A father arrested on suspicion of murdering his eight-year-old daughter has not been questioned by police because he is still being treated in hospital, an inquest has been told.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/mylee-billingham-father-yet-to-be-questioned-over-her-murder-11230482

Preventing and Treating Sepsis-Related Laminitis

Advances in how vets manage sepsis, as well as incorporating preventive strategies for laminitis, are leading to improved outcomes.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/40208

UK could lose 30,000 free cash machines in 5 years

Up to 30,000 free-to-use cash machines - 45% of the UK total - are on course to disappear over the next five years amid cuts in fees received by operators, it is being claimed.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/atm-body-warns-30000-free-cash-machines-to-go-11230358

Parents 'face police action for kids' sexting'

Parents could be prosecuted if their children engage in sending indecent images over mobile phones, a police force has said.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/parents-face-police-action-for-their-childrens-sexting-11230325

Defiant PM says she's focused on job in hand

Theresa May has said she is committed to making sure families achieve the "British dream" of "ensuring each generation has a better future than the last", amid continuing questions about her leadership.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/defiant-pm-says-shes-focused-on-job-at-hand-as-leadership-speculation-continues-11230368

Police boss: Punish drivers who go 1mph over limit

Drivers should be punished even if they only exceed the speed limit by 1mph, the policing chief for Britain's roads has reportedly said.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/punish-drivers-who-go-1mph-over-speed-limit-police-chief-says-11230191

Hundreds of M&S jobs at risk in UK shake-up

M&S says it hopes to prevent any job losses as it places almost 500 positions at risk through its latest plans to close unprofitable stores.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/hundreds-of-ms-jobs-at-risk-in-uk-shake-up-11230235

'Crisis brewing' as rising number of teachers quit

A crisis is looming in schools across England because the Government has failed to get a grip on the rising number of teachers quitting the profession, MPs have warned.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/crisis-brewing-over-number-of-teachers-quitting-profession-mps-say-11230194

Britons charged over £50m cocaine jet haul

Two British brothers are among five men charged with importing cocaine after £50m worth of the drug was found on a private jet.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/britons-charged-after-16350m-of-cocaine-found-on-private-jet-11230206

Overhaul at Capita as it warns on 2018 profits

Just weeks after the collapse of Carillion, fellow outsourcer Capita has announced transformation plans to shore up its finances.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/capita-announces-overhaul-as-it-warns-on-2018-profits-11230159

Folic acid should be added to flour, study finds

Adding folic acid to flour could help reduce the number of British babies born with birth defects, according to scientists.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/folic-acid-in-flour-should-be-mandatory-to-protect-babies-study-finds-11230112

Decision due on £5bn Parliament repairs

A multi-billion pound restoration project to shore up the crumbling Palace of Westminster could finally be agreed today.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/decanters-vs-stayers-to-vote-on-plan-for-up-to-1635bn-fire-risk-parliament-repairs-11229923

Theresa May: 'I'm not quitter'

The Prime Minister has defended her leadership after questions from a raft of her own MPs, declaring "I am not a quitter and there's a long term job to be done" to reporters on the flight taking her on a trade mission in China.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/theresa-may-says-she-is-not-a-quitter-11230067

Welsh Assembly announces e-voting plans

The Welsh Government has proposed pilots exploring the use of electronic voting in local elections and by-elections.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/welsh-assembly-announces-plans-to-introduce-e-voting-11229714

Labour to force publication of secret Brexit paper

Ministers could be forced to publish a top secret study on the impact of Brexit - after the details of what it contains were leaked.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/labour-bids-to-force-full-publication-of-leaked-brexit-impact-paper-11229394

London's annual pollution limit breached in a month

January may not be quite over but London has already breached its legal air pollution limit for the whole year.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/londons-annual-pollution-limit-breached-within-a-month-11229375

Finsbury Park suspect 'planned to kill Corbyn'

A man accused of deliberately driving a van into worshippers outside two mosques told jurors he hoped to kill Jeremy Corbyn as he gave evidence in court.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/finsbury-park-suspect-darren-osborne-planned-to-kill-jeremy-corbyn-at-pro-palestine-march-11229380

Rugby stars accused of rape 'boasted about sex'

Ulster and Ireland rugby players Paddy Jackson and Stuart Olding have gone on trial in Belfast accused of raping a young woman.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/rugby-stars-accused-of-rape-boasted-about-sex-on-whatsapp-court-hears-11229257

Libertines unveil Margate seafront hotel plan

The Libertines have revealed details of their new hotel and studio in the seaside town of Margate.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/the-albion-rooms-the-libertines-unveil-hotel-plan-for-seaside-town-of-margate-11229316

EHV Confirmed at Portland Meadows Race Track

A Thoroughbred mare tested positive for wild-type EHV-1 after developing mild ataxia.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/40233

Pay £27.5m or serve more time, raid plotters told

The four ringleaders of the Hatton Garden raid must pay £27.5m or serve another seven years in jail each, a judge has ruled.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/hatton-garden-ringleaders-must-pay-163275m-or-serve-seven-more-years-in-prison-11229359

RBS boss admits turnaround claim was not true

Royal Bank of Scotland boss Ross McEwan has admitted that a past claim its controversial restructuring unit turned around the vast majority of small businesses it worked with was not true.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/rbs-boss-admits-turnaround-unit-claim-was-not-true-11229227

Electric car charger 'can return power to the grid'

Electric car chargers that are able to return power back to the grid network are being trialled by Newcastle University.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/game-changing-electric-car-chargers-return-power-to-grid-11229092

Super blue blood moon: Three lunar events at once

Lovers of all things astronomical can look forward to a rare celestial event on Wednesday when three lunar phenomena collide.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/super-blue-blood-moon-three-lunar-events-for-the-price-of-one-11228977

Poll Recap: Checking for Gastric Ulcers

Of the 323 respondents, only 81 (25%) have had a gastroscopy performed on their horse to check for ulcers.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/40230

What Conformation Features Should I Look for in an OTTB?

Dr. Gasiorowski and Steuart Pittman share what they look for when evaluating conformation of an OTTB prospect.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/40205

Quick Response Key in Equine Antimicrobial Resistance Cases

Resistant bacteria do not necessarily have the ability to cause more severe disease as long as veterinarians identify them promptly and begin appropriate treatment.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/40210

What's Your Equine Colic Contingency Plan?

Being well-prepared for colic could mean the difference between life and death for your horse.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/40212

Six Must-Discuss Horse Health Topics

Discuss topics from travel plans to your horse's age with your veterinarian to help ensure yearlong equine wellness.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/40231

£50m cocaine haul found on jet at UK airport

Five men have been arrested after half a tonne of cocaine worth more than £50m was found at Farnborough Airport.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/five-men-arrested-after-16350m-cocaine-haul-found-on-private-jet-at-farnborough-airport-11229114

Brexit paper 'leaked to undermine EU exit'

An assessment of the likely impact of various Brexit scenarios was leaked to undermine the exit talks, a Government minister has claimed.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/brexit-paper-leaked-to-undermine-eu-exit-minister-claims-11229067

Work your magic on Adam Boulton's Potter quiz

Expelliarmus! The BBC has banned contestants on Mastermind from choosing Harry Potter as a specialist subject.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/as-mastermind-bans-harry-potter-work-your-magic-on-adam-boultons-quiz-11228857

Emotional tributes at Cyrille Regis service

Footballers past and present have paid their respects to former England forward Cyrille Regis at the club where he made his name.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/cyrille-regis-funeral-emotional-tributes-to-footballing-trailblazer-11228931

Man Uni: Class of 92 stars to build a university

Ambitious plans by former Manchester United stars to build a university and student village in the city have been approved.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/man-uni-class-of-92-stars-have-plans-to-build-a-university-approved-11228942

Homeless 'hero' of Manchester attack jailed

The homeless "hero" of the Manchester terror attack has been sentenced to more than four years in prison for stealing from victims.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/manchester-hero-chris-parker-jailed-for-stealing-from-terror-victims-11228990

Top Equine Medical Studies of 2017

During AAEP's Kester News Hour, Dr. Rob MacKay reviewed his favorite studies of 2017, covering EPM, EHV, SAA, and more.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/40206

Court finds government spying law unlawful

The Court of Appeal has ruled that a spying law rushed through Parliament in 2014 was unlawful.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/court-finds-government-spying-law-unlawful-11228868

Aston Martin boosts May with £600m China investment

Aston Martin is to announce investment deals in China this week that it will claim are worth more than £600m, boosting Theresa May's hopes that her first trade visit to the country will project her vision of a "global Britain".

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/aston-martin-to-drive-163600m-china-investment-in-boost-to-may-vision-11228847

Do you know what new words in dictionary mean?

Hundreds of new words, terms and phrases have been added to the Oxford English Dictionary (OED).

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/test-yourself-do-you-know-what-new-words-in-oxford-english-dictionary-mean-11228737

David Tennant accepts phone hacking damages

Actor David Tennant has accepted substantial damages to settle a High Court claim over phone hacking at the News of the World.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/david-tennant-accepts-substantial-damages-over-news-of-the-world-phone-hacking-11228801

Police sorry for student rape trial collapse

Police and prosecutors have apologised after a rape trial collapsed because an officer failed to disclose evidence to defence lawyers.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/liam-allan-police-apologise-for-students-rape-trial-collapse-11228722

BBC: 'No evidence of gender bias in pay'

The BBC has published a review of on-air pay which finds "no evidence of gender bias in pay decision making".

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/bbc-finds-no-evidence-of-gender-bias-in-pay-11228755

Ryanair makes 'historic' deal with UK pilots union

The UK's pilots union has been given official recognition status by Ryanair for the first time in the airline's 32-year history.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/ryanair-does-historic-deal-with-uk-pilots-union-11228647

Domino's expects bigger slice of annual profits

Domino's Pizza has raised its annual profit forecast following a stronger rise in sales than it had expected during its fourth quarter.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/dominos-pizza-raises-profit-guidance-as-sales-grow-11228616

'Veiled threats' against women over BBC pay

Some BBC managers have issued "veiled threats" against women at the BBC who have raised the subject of equal pay.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/veiled-threats-against-women-when-discussing-equal-pay-at-the-bbc-11228540

Victim of violent serial burglar feared death

The terrified victim of a violent burglar being hunted by police has described how she feared she was going to be raped and killed.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/victim-of-violent-serial-burglar-feared-she-would-be-raped-and-killed-11228526

Secret Brexit report piles pressure on the PM

Theresa May is facing fresh turmoil among her own MPs and Cabinet ministers as divisions deepen in the Government over Brexit.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/mps-party-donors-and-brexit-report-pile-the-pressure-on-the-pm-11228524

May looking for trade deals during China trip

The Prime Minister jets out to China promising "frank discussions on all issues" with her hosts, as she is accompanied by the biggest ever business delegation of executives seeking to strike new deals with the fast-growing Asian giant.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/theresa-may-looking-for-trade-deals-during-china-trip-11228461

Passport costs set to rise by up to 27%

Parents will be hit with more than just a new colour on their children's passports, as the price of some is set to jump by 27%.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/british-passport-costs-set-to-rise-by-up-to-27-11228288

AAEP Updates Infectious Disease Guidelines

The updated publication includes newly created guidelines for Rhodoccocus equi.

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'Evidence destroyed' in Benidorm fall death

The family of a woman who fell to her death from a holiday apartment in Benidorm have condemned Spanish authorities for "serious shortcomings" in the investigation.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/kirsty-maxwell-family-claim-evidence-in-benidorm-fall-case-was-destroyed-by-police-11228202

UVF 'supergrass' jailed for terror offences

A former loyalist paramilitary chief turned "supergrass" has been jailed for six and a half years before he can be considered for release for 202 terror offences.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/northern-ireland-uvf-supergrass-gary-haggarty-jailed-for-six-and-a-half-years-11227979

Are Previous Injuries a Deal-Breaker for OTTB's?

Dr. Janik Gasiorowski explains what types of injuries can have an impact on a retired racehorse's career.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/40204

What's the Best Way to Estimate a Horse's Weight?

While scales are most accurate, they're not always accessible. Here are some other weight estimation techniques to try.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/40223

Plastic sector 'influenced' official fire safety tests

Government assurances about the safety of combustible cladding on high-rise buildings have been called into question.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/plastics-industry-influenced-fire-safety-tests-in-wake-of-grenfell-tower-fire-11227957

Food for Thought: Are Feeding Practices Hurting Your Horse?

Are your feeding practices doing more harm than good? Experts share four ways to improve your horse's digestive health.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/40214

Neville: 'Battered wife' tweet of sporting nature

Under-fire England women's head coach Phil Neville has revealed a historical tweet where he wrote "just battered the wife" was of a sporting nature and he regrets writing it.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/phil-neville-battered-wife-tweet-was-of-a-sporting-nature-11227856

Cherie Blair's sister stripped of trustee status

Lauren Booth, sister of Cherie Blair, has been removed as a trustee of Islamic charity Peacetrail.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/cherie-blairs-sister-lauren-booth-stripped-of-peacetrail-trustee-status-11227702

New York Horse Deaths Blamed on Tainted Feed

The operators of TMC Performance Horses blame feed allegedly contaminated with monensin for the six horses' deaths.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/40222

'Window closing' for May to improve fortunes

A prominent backbencher has said the "window is closing" for Theresa May to reinvigorate the Conservatives' fortunes.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/window-is-closing-for-may-to-improve-tories-fortunes-backbencher-says-11227743

Life support for baby can stop, judge rules

The High Court says doctors can stop life support treatment for brain-damaged baby Isaiah Haastrup, against his parents' wishes.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/life-support-for-baby-can-stop-judge-rules-11227831

New easyJet boss cuts salary in equal pay stand

The new boss of easyJet has volunteered to have his salary cut to the same level of his female predecessor to show his "personal commitment" to equal pay.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/easyjet-boss-takes-salary-cut-to-show-personal-commitment-to-equal-pay-11227786

Teen acid attacker free after serving five months

A teenager who launched an acid attack on a girl for dating her ex-boyfriend has been released from jail after serving a quarter of her sentence.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/teenage-acid-attacker-emily-bowen-free-after-serving-quarter-of-sentence-11227705

Guess who's back (and headed for Twickenham)?

Eminem has announced he will perform at Twickenham as part of his world tour this year.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/eminem-world-tour-the-rapper-is-back-and-heading-for-twickenham-11227485

Potential Equine Insulin Dysregulation Therapeutic Studied

A "GIP" antagonist could provide an alternative way to combat metabolic disease in equids, researchers found.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/40219

Man in court over crash that killed three teens

A man has been remanded in custody after appearing in court charged over a car crash that killed three teenage boys.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/man-in-court-over-west-london-car-crash-that-killed-three-teenagers-11227676

Rotherham children's services now rated 'good'

Children’s services in Rotherham have been "transformed" since the town was rocked by a child sexual exploitation scandal, Ofsted has said.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/rotherham-childrens-services-transformed-since-sex-abuse-scandal-11227517

Child cannot leave UK over mutilation fears

A father has been stopped from taking his young daughter out of the UK over her mother's fears she may be subjected to female genital mutilation (FGM) in Guinea, West Africa.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/child-cannot-leave-uk-with-her-father-over-fgm-fears-judge-rules-11227483

Minister sacked by May calls on critics to back PM

A former minister who recently left Theresa May's government has called on critics of the Prime Minister to get behind her as she attempts the "almost impossible" task of negotiating Brexit.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/former-minister-greening-calls-on-critics-to-back-prime-minister-11227499

Race to get sunbeds may become thing of the past

Holidaymakers keen to avoid a morning sunbed dash are being offered the chance to pre-book a place by the pool - even before they leave home.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/early-morning-race-to-get-sunbeds-on-holiday-may-become-thing-of-the-past-11227397

Amazon wants 400 staff for new fulfilment centre

The latest phase of Amazon's expansion in the UK will see the online retailer open a new distribution centre in the Midlands, creating 400 jobs.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/amazon-to-create-400-jobs-at-new-uk-fulfilment-centre-11227459

Fishermen and canoeists clash over access rights

There is a storm brewing on Britain's waterways, with anglers and canoeists clashing over access rights.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/fishermen-and-canoeists-clash-over-access-rights-to-uk-waterways-11225948

Sex offender arrested after prison escape

A sex offender who escaped from prison has been arrested after a two-day search.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/sex-offender-who-escaped-prison-arrested-in-peterborough-11227321

Carillion avoided pension demands, MPs say

Carillion has been accused of attempting to "wriggle out" of pensions obligations while paying out tens of millions in shareholder dividends and pay for bosses.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/carillion-accused-of-attempting-to-wriggle-out-of-pensions-obligations-11227300

Two British skiers die in fall in French Alps

Two British men have fallen to their deaths while skiing off-piste in the French Alps, police have said.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/two-british-skiers-fall-several-100-metres-to-their-deaths-while-skiing-in-alps-11227257

PM under pressure as Brexit bill branded 'flawed'

An influential group of peers have demanded changes to Theresa May's flagship Brexit legislation a day before the House of Lords is due to begin debating it.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/peers-brand-brexit-bill-fundamentally-flawed-11227245

Man arrested over crash which killed teenagers

A man sought by police in connection with the death of three teenagers in London has been arrested after handing himself in.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/man-arrested-over-crash-which-killed-teenagers-11227072

Critical industries warned over cyberattacks

Organisations involved in critical industry and essential services have been warned by the Government that they face £17m fines if their cybersecurity preparations are not up to standard.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/government-warns-critical-industry-firms-to-prepare-for-cyberattacks-11226555

Manhunt as sex offender escapes from prison

Police are hunting for a sex offender who has escaped from prison.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/manhunt-as-sex-offender-escapes-from-prison-11226989

Survivors form anti-terror campaign group

More than a dozen survivors and family members of those killed in terror attacks have joined forces to form a new anti-terrorism campaign group.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/survivors-form-anti-terror-campaign-group-11226919

BHS demise triggered £1bn in creditor claims

Unsecured creditors of BHS, the retailer once owned by Sir Philip Green‎, lodged claims worth almost £1bn in the aftermath of its collapse, according to a report compiled by the chain's liquidators.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/bhs-creditors-get-16336m-8206payout-two-years-after-chains-collapse-11226790

UKVDL Map of the Month: 2018 Foal Crop Leptospiral Abortions

Leptospirosis is a costly disease that can cause problems such as abortion, premature birth, and more in horses.

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Trader 'forced at gunpoint to transfer Bitcoin'

Police are appealing for help in tracking down a gang of armed men who reportedly forced a cryptocurrency trader to transfer them a fortune using his computer.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/police-appeal-for-witnesses-after-trader-forced-at-gunpoint-to-transfer-bitcoin-11226468

Corbyn pledges 8,000 homes for rough sleepers

Jeremy Corbyn has doubled the number of new homes Labour would make available to rough sleepers on his first day as Prime Minister.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/corbyn-doubles-pledge-to-help-homeless-on-first-day-as-prime-minister-11226449

Japanese Vets Likely Transferred MRSA to Racehorses

This confirms the need for good hygiene within vet hospitals to prevent MRSA spread between veterinarians and horses.

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When Endurance Horses Colic: What Vets Need to Know

Dehydration, fitness, and breeding can lead to specific challenges when treating colicky horses during endurance rides.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/40183

Suspect caught on CCTV after teens die in crash

Police have released an image of a man they wish to speak to after three teenagers were killed when a car crashed into them in west London.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/suspect-caught-on-cctv-after-three-teens-die-in-hayes-crash-11226296

Ramsay dodges speed cameras with clingfilm 'trick'

Gordon Ramsay has admitted he tricks speed cameras on US freeways by wrapping clingfilm around the licence plate of his Ferrari.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/gordon-ramsay-admits-using-clingfilm-to-avoid-speeding-tickets-while-driving-ferrari-in-la-11226116

Five Britons arrested for 'pornographic dancing'

Five British men are being held in Cambodia for what officials have called "pornographic dancing".

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/five-british-men-arrested-for-pornographic-dancing-in-cambodia-11225960

Clampdown on 'dodgy' parking operators

A crackdown on "dodgy" parking operators will prevent them from fining drivers and potentially push them out of the industry unless they follow stringent rules.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/government-to-back-clampdown-on-dodgy-parking-operators-11225967

60 years of Lego: UK shop' gets special makeover

It's a toy box staple, one of the world's most powerful brands and a product that has inspired television and movie franchises.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/first-uk-shop-to-sell-lego-gets-special-makeover-to-mark-60-years-of-the-toy-11225936

Lego superfan: 'The thing I love is creativity'

Sheffield schoolteacher Michael LeCount believes he has up to 4,000 Lego sets - totalling what could be 10 million bricks.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/the-thing-i-love-is-creativity-the-feeling-that-i-can-build-whatever-i-want-11223529

Teenagers to get right to vote at 16 in Wales

Sixteen and 17-year-olds in Wales are to be given the right to vote in local council elections.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/sixteen-and-17-year-olds-to-vote-in-wales-local-elections-11225459

Trump 'not aware' of invite to Royal wedding

Donald Trump says he is not aware of an invitation for him to attend the wedding of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/donald-trump-not-aware-of-invite-to-harry-and-meghan-markle-wedding-11225733

Bus stop crash victim was promising footballer

One of the three teenagers killed after they were hit by a car while standing near a bus stop has been named as Harry Rice.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/victim-of-hayes-bus-stop-car-crash-named-as-harry-rice-11225286

Fundraiser 'could recover lost fishermen'

A coastal community at Argyll in Scotland has appealed for government help in recovering the bodies of two missing fishermen.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/nancy-glen-fundraiser-could-recover-lost-fishermen-duncan-mcdougall-and-przemek-krawczyk-11224512

How Phenylbutazone, Firocoxib Affect Horses' Gut Microbiota

Both anti-inflammatory drugs reduced fecal microbial diversity, which could negatively impact horse health.

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Competition seeks the UK's 10 best inventions

Ben Ryan's son lost his arm when he was just 10 days old, and the prosthetic developed by his father has been shortlisted for the National Inventor Prize.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/competition-seeks-the-uks-10-best-inventions-11224982

Darts star backs calls to reinstate walk-on girls

Thousands of darts fans have signed a petition calling on PDC bosses to reverse their decision to stop using walk-on girls.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/darts-star-raymond-van-barneveld-backs-calls-to-reinstate-pdc-walk-on-girls-11224328

Kentucky Alfalfa, Stored Forage Conference Scheduled

The conference focuses on teaching ways to maximize alfalfa production and utilization.

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Surface Testing: Keeping Horse and Rider Safety in Mind

In this first part in a series on the testing and maintenance of equine competition surfaces, we focus on racetracks.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/40186

Chris Rock fans face phone ban at UK gigs

Thousands of fans going to Chris Rock's shows at London's O2 Arena this weekend face having their phones locked in a special pouch.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/chris-rock-fans-face-phone-ban-to-stop-major-intrusion-on-quality-of-performance-11224251

Gates invests in project to create 'supercow'

The UK has joined forces with billionaire businessman Bill Gates to help bring farmers closer to producing "supercrops", higher-yielding dairy cows and chickens which lay better quality eggs.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/bill-gates-invests-in-government-project-to-create-supercrops-and-higher-yielding-dairy-cows-11224071

Tesco to stop selling energy drinks to children

Tesco has become the latest supermarket chain to ban the sale of energy drinks to children.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/tesco-to-stop-selling-energy-drinks-to-children-under-16-11224198

Homes evacuated as flood 'traps drivers in cars'

Dozens of people had to be led to safety by firefighters after a burst water main flooded a high street in west London.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/motorists-trapped-in-cars-after-burst-water-main-floods-street-11224117

Weatherspoons drops supplier over meat fears

The Weatherspoon pub chain has cancelled its contract with meat supplier Russell Hume after being forced to pull dishes from their menus.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/weatherspoons-drops-supplier-russell-hume-over-meat-hygiene-fears-11223464

Evaluating Horse Airways: At Rest, During Exercise, or Both?

Both endoscopic techniques provide invaluable information and, in most cases, should be used together, one practitioner says.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/40199

Worboys' release on hold amid legal challenge

The release of black cab rapist John Worboys has been put on hold after victims won the first step in a legal challenge.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/black-cab-rapist-john-worboys-release-put-on-hold-amid-legal-challenege-11223709

Belmont Park EHV-1 Quarantine Lifted

The affected horse was tested for a third time on Jan. 24 and officials received the negative results Thursday evening.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/40216

Gang jailed for forging immigration documents

Members of an organised crime gang who conspired to manufacture and supply fake ID documents for illegal immigrants have been jailed for a total of more than 16 years.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/criminal-gang-jailed-for-forging-immigration-documents-11222464

Tarbuck: Club critics 'should look at hen parties'

Jimmy Tarbuck has defended his presence at the controversial Presidents Club dinner, saying critics should look at the behaviour of women at hen parties for "bad behaviour".

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/presidents-club-critics-should-look-at-hen-parties-says-jimmy-tarbuck-11223149

Crew thought drone had collided with jet

A drone came so close to a London-bound passenger jet that the crew believed it must have collided with the tail.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/drone-flew-so-close-to-passenger-jet-over-kew-that-crew-thought-it-had-hit-plane-11223248

Davis reveals Cabinet 'arguments' on Brexit

David Davis has conceded there are "arguments" between Cabinet ministers about Brexit in a speech meant to downplay divisions.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/david-davis-reveals-cabinet-arguments-on-brexit-in-speech-on-transition-deal-hopes-11223479

How Do You Help a Horse Transition From the Track?

Steuart Pittman explains how to "let horses down" from race training and move them into new careers.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/40203

NHS to lift suspension of elective surgery

NHS England is to lift the suspension of elective surgery imposed to help cope with winter pressure.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/nhs-to-lift-suspension-of-elective-surgery-11223541

BHA Board Confirms Equine Anti-Doping Rules Review

The British Horseracing Authority will conduct a full review of the sport's equine anti-doping rules, it announced this week.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/40213

Deconstructing the Saddle Pad

Saddle pads are made in a variety of materials for many functions. Find out how they impact your horse.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/40179

UK Graduate Student Spotlight: Erica Macon

She is studying how diet, exercise, and season impact metabolic and inflammatory responses in horses with endocrinopathies.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/40188

Get Ready for Your Foal!

Do you have a foal due this spring? Learn how to prepare your mare for foaling, care for your newborn, and spot mare or foal issues early.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/40207

Quiz of the Week

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/quiz-of-the-week-11223067

Feeding the Healthy Senior Horse

Your old horse's rations might not need to change just because he's got a few more gray hairs around his eyes. Still, owners should consider some key points when feeding their seniors.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/40178

Race to clinch trade deals as May heads to China

Downing Street is racing to finalise dozens of corporate deals between British and Chinese companies as Theresa May prepares for her first visit as Prime Minister to the world's second-largest economy.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/downing-street-races-to-clinch-deals-ahead-of-mays-china-visit-11222951

Crocodile found in bedroom of Essex house

Police found a four foot crocodile when they carried out a drugs raid on a house in Essex.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/crocodile-and-snakes-found-in-essex-house-by-drugs-raid-police-11222991

Russia 'could kill thousands in UK attack'

Russia wants to cause "so much pain to Britain" that it could launch an attack killing "thousands and thousands and thousands", the Defence Secretary has warned.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/russia-could-kill-thousands-in-uk-power-station-attack-warns-defence-secretary-11222844

Teen sentenced to detention after crash deaths

A teenager has been sentenced to detention after causing the deaths of five people in a car crash in Leeds late last year.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/teenager-sentenced-to-detention-after-leeds-crash-deaths-11222861

Briton jailed in Egypt could be freed in 48 hours

A British holidaymaker jailed in Egypt could be freed to return home in the next 48 hours. 

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/british-holidaymaker-laura-plummer-could-be-freed-from-egypt-jail-in-48-hours-11222840

Male BBC presenters agree pay cut amid gender row

Four male BBC presenters have agreed to reduce their salaries as the corporation deals with a gender pay gap row.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/four-male-bbc-presenters-agree-salary-cut-amid-gender-pay-row-11222837

UK economy grew 0.5% in fourth quarter

The UK economy grew by a better than expected 0.5% in the fourth quarter of 2017, official figures show.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/uk-growth-better-than-expected-in-fourth-quarter-11222856

Presidents Club: 'The easy moral outrage of the online mob'

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/the-destruction-of-a-charity-event-by-online-mob-tells-a-depressing-story-11222713

Trump willing to apologise for Britain First tweets

Donald Trump has said he is willing to apologise for retweeting inflammatory videos by the far-right Britain First group.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/donald-trump-willing-to-apologise-over-britain-first-retweets-11222780

Mark Carney 'utterly dismayed' by sexist dinner

Mark Carney has said he was "utterly dismayed" by sleaze claims surrounding an all-male charity fundraiser, in his first public comments on the event.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/mark-carney-utterly-dismayed-over-sexist-dinner-11222792

Davis to quell fears after 'soft Brexit' hint

David Davis will attempt to calm Euro-sceptic Tory MPs' fears of a "soft Brexit" after Chancellor Philip Hammond said leaving the EU would mean only "very modest" changes.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/david-davis-to-calm-euro-sceptic-fears-after-philip-hammond-hints-at-soft-brexit-11222731

NHS doctors blocked by 'arbitrary' visa rules

Fully-qualified foreign doctors are being prevented from taking up NHS jobs because of "arbitrary" visa rules which critics say are exacerbating the crisis in the health service.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/doctors-blocked-by-arbitrary-visa-rules-from-taking-up-nhs-jobs-11222690

Labour peer sacked over Presidents Club event

Labour says Lord Mendelsohn has been asked to "step back from the front bench" after it emerged he attended the Presidents Club dinner.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/labour-peer-sacked-from-front-bench-over-presidents-club-event-attendance-11222620

Ovation for Dame Tessa's moving cancer plea

A packed House of Lords stood and applauded after former cabinet minister Tessa Jowell made one of the most emotional speeches heard in parliament for many years about her battle against brain cancer.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/tessa-jowell-receives-standing-ovation-in-lords-after-emotional-cancer-plea-11222524

University workers strike to end outsourcing

Outsourced workers at the University of London are campaigning to be brought in house, holding a strike on Thursday to support their demands.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/workers-at-university-of-london-strike-to-end-outsourcing-11222496

What Should be Included in an OTTB Prepurchase Exam?

Dr. Janik Gasiorowski shares what prepurchase exam components are important when evaluating an off-track prospect.

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MPs turn ‎guns on auditors over Carillion demise

Two powerful panels of MPs are piling pressure on the world's biggest audit firms to disclose their links to Carillion as they prepare to quiz the collapsed construction group's former bosses.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/mps-pile-pressure-on-big-four-audit-firms-over-carillion-collapse-11222493

Twitter dispels Russian links to Brexit vote

Twitter has told a parliamentary inquiry that it has found little evidence of Russian involvement in the 2016 EU referendum campaign.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/twitter-fails-to-find-strong-enough-evidence-to-link-russia-with-brexit-vote-11222466

TWH Group, USDA Partner for Shoeing Clinic

USDA inspectors and others will review shoeing measurements, perform hands-on demonstrations, and more.

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Horse Dies After Jousting Competition

A horse participating in a jousting exhibition has died after accidentally being stabbed in the groin by a broken lance.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/40200

Veterinary Pathologist Recognized on Kentucky Senate Floor

Uneeda Bryant, DVM, was recognized for her continued efforts encourage young people to enter science-related fields.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/40190

Preparing Horses for A Companion's Departure

A reader seeks advice for introducing a new companion to her horse after an older horse's departure.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/40191

Headshaking: A Sensitive Equine Matter

There's a nerve-tingling explanation behind many equine headshaking cases. Here's what you need to know.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/40181

'No Roman orgy': Guest defends sleaze dinner

A businessman who attended the controversial Presidents Club fundraiser at the centre of sexual harassment allegations has denied it was a "Roman orgy".

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/presidents-club-guest-defends-sleaze-dinner-saying-it-was-no-roman-orgy-11222377

MPs may not have 'full Brexit details' before vote

Philip Hammond has sparked anger by claiming MPs will not have "full details" of the future UK-EU relationship when Parliament votes on a Brexit deal.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/philip-hammond-mps-may-not-have-full-brexit-details-before-key-vote-on-deal-11222308

Mayor seeks court review of Worboys decision

The Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan, has lodged an application for a judicial review of the decision to free rapist John Worboys.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/london-mayor-sadiq-khan-asks-court-to-review-decision-to-free-rapist-john-worboys-11222327

Trump promises May 'tremendous' trade increase

Donald Trump has promised trade with the UK will increase "many times" at a short meeting with Theresa May in Davos.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/donald-trump-promises-theresa-may-tremendous-trade-increase-with-uk-11222217

Fashion retailer Asos posts 23% UK sales rise

Online fashion retailer Asos has emerged as a Christmas retail winner as UK sales grew by nearly a quarter despite a "challenging market".

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/fashion-retailer-asos-posts-23-sales-rise-in-challenging-uk-market-11222107

Extended Cold Spells Pose Risks to Livestock

Ensure horses and livestock have adequate shelter, water, dry bedding, and feed to make it through the cold spell.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/40187

Welfare Implications of Genetically Engineered Horse

Genetically engineered horses could be arriving as soon as next year, but how that engineering might affect their health and welfare remains unclear.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/40198

Mortgage approvals in UK 'falling off a cliff'

Mortgage approvals by British banks fell to their lowest level for almost five years last month, industry figures show.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/mortgage-approvals-by-uk-banks-falling-off-a-cliff-11221982

Kyle Edmund's fairytale run at Aussie Open ends

Kyle Edmund's superb run at the Australian Open came to an end with a heartbreaking semi-final defeat to Marin Cilic.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/kyle-edmunds-fairytale-run-at-aussie-open-ends-11222016

Sky casts Helen Mirren as Catherine the Great

Oscar-winner Dame Helen Mirren has been cast as Catherine the Great in a new Sky Atlantic show.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/catherine-the-great-dame-helen-mirren-cast-in-new-sky-atlantic-show-11221884

May 'frankly appalled' at sleaze club revelations

Theresa May has said she was "appalled" to hear of sexual harassment allegations at a men-only dinner held by the Presidents Club.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/theresa-may-i-thought-presidents-club-approach-to-women-had-been-left-behind-11221986

Brexiteers may rebel over Brexit for first time

Leave-supporting Tory MPs have privately indicated to the Government they are willing to mount their first rebellion over a new post-Brexit customs union, Sky News understands.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/brexiteers-could-rebel-over-brexit-legislation-for-first-time-11221787

Cheering MPs compared to 'sleaze dinner' guests

The journalist who accused Damian Green of sexual harassment has compared MPs who cheered the disgraced ex-minister's return to the House of Commons to the guests of a London dinner hit by sleaze claims.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/mps-who-cheered-damian-green-the-same-as-presidents-club-guests-says-journalist-11221845

Gun and knife offences fuel 14% rise in crime

A surge in gun and knife offences has helped fuel a 14% increase in crime in England and Wales.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/gun-and-knife-offences-fuel-14-rise-in-crime-11221887

UK 'front of the line' for US trade deal

The UK will be "at the front of the line" when it comes to negotiating to a free-trade agreement with the United States.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/uk-front-of-the-line-for-free-trade-deal-says-us-treasury-secretary-11221781

Norovirus increase piles pressure on NHS

The NHS continues to face winter pressure with a sharp increase in norovirus in the last week.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/norovirus-increase-piles-pressure-on-nhs-11221822

LIVE: Can Kyle Edmund make Australian Open final?

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/live-can-kyle-edmund-make-australian-open-final-11221779

Presidents Club: Minister given 'dressing down'

Pressure is mounting on Government minister Nadhim Zahawi and other senior Tories over the charity dinner at the centre of a groping and sexual harassment scandal.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/minister-given-dressing-down-over-presidents-club-dinner-scandal-11221621

Spacey's former theatre launches guardian scheme

London's Old Vic Theatre has launched a new way to support employees following claims of inappropriate conduct by former artistic director Kevin Spacey.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/the-old-vic-spaceys-former-theatre-launches-guardian-scheme-11221088

Flu outbreak in England 'may have slowed'

Public Health England will today provide an update on the progress of an influenza outbreak that is already the most serious since 2010-11, and may be officially rated an epidemic if it continues on its current trajectory.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/flu-outbreak-in-england-may-have-slowed-11221620

Facebook and Google should set up independent regulator to avoid internet laws, IEA says

from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2018/01/25/facebook-google-should-set-independent-regulator-avoid-internet/

PM to target tech firms at World Economic Forum

The Prime Minister will use her speech at the World Economic Forum to demand social media giants crack down on illegal and harmful content or face a backlash from government and investors.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/davos-theresa-may-to-urge-tech-firms-to-go-further-over-illegal-content-11221511

Mosque attack suspect 'blew kiss' at witnesses

A man alleged to have driven a van into worshippers at a mosque in north London smiled and blew a kiss at witnesses, a court has heard.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/mosque-attack-suspect-darren-osborne-blew-kiss-at-witnesses-11221251

The Fall's Mark E Smith dies aged 60

Singer-songwriter Mark E Smith - a founding member of The Fall - has died at the age of 60, the band's manager has said.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/mark-e-smith-of-the-fall-dies-at-the-age-of-60-11221341

Mineral of the Month: Zinc

Zinc-deficient horses can exhibit reduced growth rates, inappetence, and skin abnormalities, among other issues.

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YouTuber Logan Paul posts video about suicide following dead body controversy

from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2018/01/24/youtuber-logan-paul-posts-video-suicide-following-dead-body/

iPhone users will be able to download medical records from hospitals after Apple software update

from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2018/01/24/iphone-users-will-able-download-medical-records-hospitals-apple/

EHV-1 Confirmed at Pennsylvania Harness Racing Track

One horse at The Meadows Racetrack has tested positive and is being treated. Two barns are currently quarantined.

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Davis and Rees-Mogg spar over extending Article 50

Britain might as well extend Article 50 for another two years because its transition terms are so close to membership, David Davis has been told.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/brexit-david-davis-and-jacob-rees-mogg-spar-over-extending-article-50-11221033

Equine Herpesvirus-1 Transmission Risk After Quarantine

A barn was released from an EHV-1 quarantine, but is the risk for disease transmission gone? A veterinarian weighs in.

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Sir Elton announces final tour in live video

Sir Elton John will perform one final world tour before hanging up his microphone for good, he has announced.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/sir-elton-announces-final-tour-in-live-video-after-50-years-of-performing-11220768

FA: No charge for Neville over sexist tweets

New head coach of the England women's football team, Phil Neville, will not be charged over sexist tweets, the FA has said.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/phil-neville-will-not-be-charged-over-sexist-tweets-fa-says-11221060

Presidents Club scraps events after scandal

The Presidents Club will not host any further fundraising events following allegations of sexual harassment at a London dinner.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/presidents-club-scrap-further-events-after-london-dinner-scandal-11221068

Horse Hoof Care Essentials At Hand

What's in your horse's hoof-care box? Here are the items that hoof care professionals recommend you keep on hand.

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25 Years of Lloyd's Equine Disease Quarterly

The EDQ still aims to provide accurate information on equine diseases at three levels: in Kentucky, in the United States, and internationally.

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Welsh NHS data centres hit by technical fault

Doctors are reportedly struggling to access patient records following a technical issue affecting NHS data centres in Wales.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/welsh-nhs-data-centres-hit-by-technical-fault-11220983

Man killed by his 8ft pet python, coroner rules

A man who owned 10 snakes and 12 tarantulas was killed by his 2.4m (8ft) pet python called Tiny, an inquest has heard.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/animal-lover-dan-brandon-was-killed-by-his-8ft-pet-python-coroner-rules-11220936

Girl, 8, died of single stab wound to the chest

An eight-year-old girl attacked at a house near Walsall died from a single stab wound to the chest, a post-mortem examination has found.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/post-mortem-finds-mylee-billingham-8-died-of-single-stab-wound-to-chest-11220931

Worried student texted mum before ex killed her

A university student was stabbed to death by her ex-boyfriend just moments after she texted her mother she was concerned he was following her, a court heard.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/molly-mclaren-trial-worried-student-texted-mother-before-she-was-killed-by-ex-boyfriend-11220849

School head threatens to expel pupils in relationships

The headmaster of a leading British boarding school has threatened to expel pupils if they have romantic relationships.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/head-of-top-boarding-school-threatens-to-expel-pupils-in-relationships-11220720

New Bolton Center Begins Admitting Some Elective Patients

The hospital was quarantined after a horse there tested positive for equine herpes myeloencephalitis last week.

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Qualcomm fined €1bn for illegal Apple payments

from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2018/01/24/qualcomm-fined-1bn-illegal-apple-payments/

'Fake news': Sturgeon attacks Union flag stories

Scottish First Minister Nicola Sturgeon has hit back at reports that she ordered the Union flag not to be flown from government buildings during royal events.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/nicola-sturgeon-attacks-union-flag-stories-as-fake-news-11220753

Hot Topics in Saddle Fit

Vets discussed kissing spines, memory foam, English and Western saddle fit, rider weight, rein lameness, and more.

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Facebook defends two-question fake news survey

from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2018/01/24/facebook-defends-two-question-fake-news-survey/

Phil Neville 'sorry' over sexist tweets

This is a breaking news story.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/england-womens-coach-phil-neville-sorry-over-sexist-tweets-11220729

GOSH to return all Presidents Club donations

Great Ormond Street Hospital (GOSH) has said it will return all previous donations from the Presidents Club after allegations of sexual harassment at a fundraiser.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/great-ormond-street-hospital-to-return-all-presidents-club-donations-11220643

Legal action threatened over Worboys' parole

The UK's two biggest selling newspapers have threatened legal action unless the reasons for the decision to free sex attacker John Worboys are released.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/legal-action-threatened-over-rapist-worboys-parole-report-11220400

Deepcut: New inquest into soldier's death

An inquest into the death of Sean Benton, who was found dead at the Deepcut army barracks in 1995, will begin on Wednesday.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/deepcut-private-sean-bentons-sister-wants-the-truth-at-new-inquest-11219837

Prescription drug addiction investigation

A review is to be carried out into the growing problem of prescription drug addiction.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/prescription-drug-addiction-study-to-avoid-us-style-problem-11220391

'No handbag?' Thatcher statue rejected

Plans for a statue of Margaret Thatcher near the Houses of Parliament have been rejected over its design and a lack of approval from her family.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/no-handbag-margaret-thatcher-statue-plans-rejected-by-westminster-council-11220384

Labour: Hand over Carillion documents

Labour is preparing to force a binding vote in the Commons requiring ministers to hand over their risk assessments for Carillion before the company went bust.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/labour-government-risk-assessments-of-carillion-should-be-revealed-11220377

England women's coach Phil Neville in sexism row

Phil Neville's appointment as head coach of the England women's football team has been overshadowed by allegations of sexism.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/new-england-womens-football-boss-phil-neville-removes-twitter-account-after-sexist-tweets-11220327

Horse Stabled at Laurel Park Tests Positive for EHV

The horse was removed from Barn 20 at Laurel Park and placed in isolation off the premises.

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Momentum denies Labour MP 'deselection hit list'

The leader of Momentum, the left-wing Labour activist group, has denied claims that it is planning a nationwide deselection purge of MPs opposed to Jeremy Corbyn.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/momentum-denies-labour-mp-deselection-hit-list-11220176

Train stuck after landslip in Scotland seen from air

Drone imagery has been released showing the extent of a landslip that derailed a train in the Scottish Highlands.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/train-stuck-after-landslip-in-scottish-highlands-seen-from-the-air-11220103

What is it like to fly an F-35 fighter jet?

It is no surprise that Squadron Leader Andy Edgell, the test pilot for the new F-35 fighter jets being bought by the RAF and Royal Navy, says the computer game generation take to the £92m aircraft so easily.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/flying-the-f-35-fighter-jet-is-childs-play-to-gamers-11220102

Fund boss: Brexit won't be as bad as feared

One of Britain's most important investors has told Sky News that "Brexit won't be as bad" as predicted,  but says the global economic system "needs to change" because people are losing faith in capitalism.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/fund-boss-gilbert-brexit-wont-be-as-bad-as-feared-11219872

Drivers warned after shed pictured on top of car

Drivers have been warned about placing overhanging loads on their vehicles after a car was pictured with a shed on top.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/driver-caught-with-shed-on-top-of-car-as-motorists-warned-of-overhanging-loads-11219659

Twitter's number two Anthony Noto takes flight

from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2018/01/23/twitters-number-two-anthony-noto-takes-flight/

Fresh 'assault claim' against black cab rapist

A fresh allegation of historical sexual assault has been made against black cab rapist John Worboys, it is understood.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/fresh-sex-assault-claim-against-black-cab-rapist-john-worboys-11219752

William: Diana taught me that all people matter

The Duke of Cambridge has spoken of his memories of visiting homeless shelters with his mother, Princess Diana, as a child.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/prince-william-my-earliest-memory-is-my-mother-taking-me-to-a-homeless-shelter-11219455

The 411 on Equine Shipping Fever

Find out how your veterinarian might diagnose and treat this pulmonary disorder, and how you can prevent it.

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Finsbury Park suspect 'warned of his intentions'

The man accused of a deadly van attack near Finsbury Park Mosque is said to have warned drinkers of his intentions two days before.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/finsbury-park-mosque-attack-suspect-darren-osborne-warned-drinkers-of-his-intentions-11219666

Apple to release £319 HomePod speaker in February

from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2018/01/23/apple-release-319-homepod-speaker-february/

Deadline to Apply for Free Vaccines Through UHVRC is Feb. 1

Qualifying facilities can receive EEE/WEE, EHV, WNV, influenza, tetanus, and rabies vaccines for horses.

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Eighth Racehorse Welfare and Safety Summit Scheduled

The summit will be held June 27, 2018, at the Keeneland sales pavilion, in Lexington, Kentucky.

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Pound tops $1.40 for first time since Brexit vote

The pound has climbed to $1.40 against the US dollar as it reached a fresh post-Brexit vote high.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/pound-tops-140-for-the-first-time-since-brexit-vote-11219475

Baby on life support 'deserves a chance' - mum

A mother who is fighting against doctors' advice to switch off her 11-month-old baby's life support has told a court it is "not their decision to make".

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/isaiah-haastrup-mum-of-baby-on-life-support-tells-high-court-judge-he-deserves-a-chance-11219556

Councillors quit over Royal wedding homeless row

Two councillors have quit their local Conservative group in protest at their leader's call for rough sleepers to be cleared from Windsor ahead of Prince Harry's wedding in May.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/conservative-councillors-quit-over-royal-wedding-homeless-row-11219499

Thousands of Sainsbury's staff hit by shake-up

Thousands of Sainsbury's store staff are facing an uncertain future as the company looks to restructure senior roles in an "efficiency" drive.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/thousands-of-sainsburys-staff-hit-by-shake-up-11219460

Tinky Winky actor Simon Shelton dies

The actor Simon Shelton, who played Tinky Winky in the popular Teletubbies TV show, has died aged 52.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/teletubbies-tinky-winky-actor-simon-shelton-dies-11219565

How Veterinarians Evaluate Horses With Laminitis

Vets must look comprehensively at the clinical picture to not only diagnose the disease but also come up with a treatment plan and prognosis.

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How easy is it to become a YouTube star? The career of choice for today’s school children

from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2018/01/23/easy-become-youtube-star-career-choice-todays-school-children/

EasyJet shares rise as rivals struggle

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/easyjet-shares-rise-as-rivals-struggle-11219441

Digital versions of Fire and Fury riddled with malware

from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2018/01/23/digital-versions-fire-fury-riddled-malware/

UKIP leader leaves fate to party members' vote

UKIP's Henry Bolton is leaving the fate of his leadership to a vote of party members, telling Sky News: "If that goes against me, then I will stand down".

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/ukip-leader-henry-bolton-leaves-fate-to-party-members-vote-11219265

Hammond dismisses Johnson call for more NHS cash

Philip Hammond has dismissed an expected demand from Boris Johnson for a post-Brexit cash boost for the NHS.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/philip-hammond-dismisses-boris-johnsons-call-for-more-nhs-cash-11219178

Kevin Spacey sexual harassment scandal costs Netflix $39m

from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2018/01/23/kevin-spacey-sexual-harassment-scandal-costs-netflix-39m/

Samsung Galaxy S9: Release date, price and rumours

from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/0/samsung-galaxy-s9-release-date-price-rumours/

Bitcoin drops as South Korea bans anonymous crypocurrency trading

from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2018/01/23/bitcoin-drops-south-korea-bans-anonymous-crypocurrency-trading/

Boris's NHS demands are unlikely to be acted on

Boris Johnson has form for making headlines about NHS funding.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/boris-johnsons-nhs-demands-are-unlikely-to-be-acted-on-11219129

Major cyberattack on UK is 'when, not if'

A crippling cyberattack targeting UK infrastructure such as energy or financial services is only a matter of time, according to the head of the National Cyber Security Centre.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/major-cyberattack-on-uk-infrastructure-is-when-not-if-11219026

Courts must 'follow through' over knife crime

A top Scotland Yard officer has accused courts and prison authorities of not doing enough to help police tackle London's knife crime epidemic.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/london-knife-crime-surge-needs-multi-agency-approach-11218973

Manchester United top world club cash league

Manchester United have retained their crown as the word's leading football club for revenue generation, according to an annual league table.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/manchester-united-top-world-club-cash-league-deloitte-11218426

Johnson to demand more NHS cash

Boris Johnson is expected to use today's Cabinet meeting to demand an extra £100m a week for the NHS, before the UK has stopped contributing to the European Union.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/boris-johnson-to-demand-163100m-extra-a-week-for-the-nhs-11219004

Kate backs primary school mental health website

The Duchess of Cambridge will launch a new website later to allow primary school children get better mental health support in school.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/kate-launches-mental-health-website-for-primary-schools-11218985

Body found in search for missing girl

Police searching for a missing schoolgirl have found a body in a river.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/body-found-in-search-for-missing-girl-11219012

Skiing and tequila: Who is Jack Brooksbank?

As Jack Brooksbank looks forward to his wedding with Princess Eugenie, this is what we know about him:

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/skiing-tequila-and-sunday-roasts-who-is-jack-brooksbank-11218826

Deepcut: New inquest due into soldier's death

A new inquest will look into the death of a young soldier who died from gunshot wounds at the Deepcut army barracks in 1995.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/deepcut-private-sean-bentons-sister-wants-the-truth-at-new-inquest-11218817

Princess Eugenie: Proposal a 'perfect moment'

Princess Eugenie has revealed she cried when boyfriend Jack Brooksbank went down on one knee to ask her if she would marry him.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/princess-eugenies-perfect-moment-when-jack-brooksbank-proposed-11218796

Mum pleads for disabled baby's life support to stay on

A woman has pleaded for doctors to continue treating her son, as a court hears arguments over whether his life support should end.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/mum-pleads-for-disabled-baby-isaiahs-life-support-to-stay-on-11218743

UKIP leader channels Trump as he refuses to go

Henry Bolton has refused to stand down as UKIP leader, despite a wave of senior party officials quitting in a bid to force him out.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/ukip-leader-henry-bolton-channels-trump-as-he-refuses-to-go-11218686

AHP Launches Fourth Equine Industry Survey

Horse owners who live in the United States, are 18 years of age and older, and who currently own or manage at least one horse are invited to complete the survey by April 1.

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Copra Meal or Rice Bran to Help Horses Gain Weight?

Is rice bran or coconut (copra) meal a better option to help a horse gain weight? Our nutritionist shares her thoughts.

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Facebook admits social media can harm democracy

from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2018/01/22/facebook-admits-social-media-can-harm-democracy/

'Uncle murdered niece to fulfil sexual fantasies'

A man kidnapped his niece and her friend while wearing a balaclava and pyjamas before raping them and slashing their throats to satisfy his sexual fantasies, a court heard.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/celine-dookhran-case-uncle-was-fulfilling-sexual-fantasies-with-murder-11218547

Uber boss says driverless cars are at least a decade away

from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2018/01/22/uber-boss-says-driverless-cars-least-decade-away/

Update on New Bolton Center EHM Quarantine

An additional febrile horse tested positive for EHV-1 and was moved into the on-site state-of-the-art isolation facility.

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Help Your Horse Weather Winter

Remember these three simple things to help your horse maintain his weight and health this season.

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The Smiths reform (sort of) for new gigs

The Smiths have announced a series of concerts for the first time in 30 years, but the anticipated comeback is two players short.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/the-smiths-to-reform-sort-of-for-series-of-gigs-11218248

'Disgrace': Fury as police shoot dog dead

The police shooting of an abandoned dog found tied to a telegraph pole in freezing weather has sparked outrage online.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/fury-as-police-shoot-dead-abandoned-dog-left-alone-in-freezing-cold-11218436

Soil Selenium Levels and Equine White Muscle Disease

Foals with a selenium deficiency are at risk of developing white muscle disease, which leads to skeletal and cardiac muscle abnormalities.

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Women avoiding smear tests due to body shame

A third of women avoid life-saving smear test appointments because they are embarrassed about their bodies, a charity has warned.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/women-avoiding-smear-tests-due-to-body-shame-charity-warns-11218088

EHV-1 Quarantine Remains in Place at Belmont Park

Since being released from Cornell Ruffian Equine Hospital, the affected horse has been quarantined at Belmont.

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Finsbury Park accused was 'angry about terrorism'

A man accused of carrying out the Finsbury Park attack had "decided to take matters into his own hands" after growing angry at the rise in terrorism, a court has heard.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/man-accused-of-finsbury-park-attack-was-angry-about-terrorism-11218486

Pair found guilty of businessman's murder

Two men have been found guilty of the murder of businessman Guy Hedger who was shot dead during a botched burglary at his £1m.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/kevin-downton-and-jason-baccus-guilty-of-murdering-businessman-in-botched-burglary-11218468

Tesco puts 1,700 jobs at risk in shake-up

Tesco has announced plans to "simplify" its operational structures - placing 1,700 roles at risk in the process.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/tesco-puts-1700-jobs-at-risk-in-shake-up-to-simplify-operations-11218446

Milkmen see boost amid war on plastic waste

The war on plastic waste could spark the return of the neighbourhood milkman as figures show demand for milk in glass bottles is on the rise.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/milkman-resurgence-as-drinkers-ditch-plastic-for-nostalgic-glass-bottles-11218272

Treating Gastric Glandular Disease in Horses

Equine glandular gastric disease has a distinct pathology, risk factors, diagnostics, and treatment approaches.

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The best smartwatch to buy for 2018

from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/0/best-smartwatch-buy/

Dad arrested over death of 'superstar dancer'

An eight-year-old girl knifed to death has been called a "superstar dancer" as police revealed her father has been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/mylee-billingham-father-arrested-after-girl-8-stabbed-to-death-in-brownhills-11218271

University strike action over pensions row

Universities across the UK are to face major disruption after workers voted to go on strike in a row over pensions.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/university-strike-action-over-pensions-row-11218320

Telecoms minnow's shares rise 130pc after adding 'blockchain' to its name

from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2018/01/22/telecoms-minnows-shares-rise-130pc-adding-blockchain-name/

Seventh 'suicide' at same uni in 15 months

A prospective lawyer has become the seventh student from the same university to apparently take their own life in little over a year.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/seventh-suicide-at-university-of-bristol-since-october-2016-11218137

Ejector seat maker pleads guilty in pilot death

Ejector seat maker Martin-Baker Aircraft Ltd has admitted breaching health and safety law over the death of a Red Arrows pilot.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/ejector-seat-maker-pleads-guilty-over-red-arrows-pilots-death-11218231

Judge to rule on row over baby's life support

Doctors are waiting to hear whether a High Court judge will allow them to stop providing life-support treatment to an 11-month-old boy.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/judge-to-rule-on-life-support-row-over-brain-damaged-baby-isaiah-haastrup-11218095

Ex-England captain Jimmy Armfield dies aged 82

Former England captain Jimmy Armfield has died after a long battle with cancer.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/ex-england-captain-jimmy-armfield-dies-aged-82-11218162

Carillion: Govt blamed for 'desperate' market

The boss of outsourcing giant Serco has taken aim at the Government after the collapse of rival Carillion, saying it had created a market where only the "dumb and the desperate" would bid for public sector contracts.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/carillion-government-blamed-for-creating-dysfunctional-market-11218076

PM to launch 'fake news' rapid response team

The Prime Minister is to launch a "fake news" rapid response unit to monitor social media and challenge false stories.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/theresa-may-to-launch-fake-news-rapid-response-team-11217982

Princess Eugenie is engaged, Royal Family says

Princess Eugenie is engaged to boyfriend Jack Brooksbank, the Royal Family has announced.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/princess-eugenie-is-engaged-royal-family-says-11218118

Christmas sales hangover for Dixons Carphone

Dixons Carphone has become the latest retailer to reveal a festive sales hangover after it said Boxing Day demand for electrical goods failed to live up to the promise of Black Friday.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/christmas-hangover-for-dixons-carphone-amid-consumer-caution-11217999

Mum told of how her 'little girl' was 'stabbed'

The mother of an eight-year-old girl knifed to death told of how her "little girl" had been "stabbed", neighbours say.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/mylee-billingham-mum-told-of-how-her-little-girl-was-stabbed-11217963

UK Army 'would struggle in battle with Russia'

Britain risks falling behind her enemies if the Government doesn't sufficiently invest in modern capabilities, the head of the Army will warn.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/british-army-chief-warns-uk-must-keep-up-with-its-enemies-11217869

'Pivotal' volunteers helping free-up NHS beds

A growing army of volunteers is being relied upon in hospitals and the community to take the pressure off the NHS.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/volunteers-pivotal-in-helping-free-up-precious-nhs-beds-11217839

Maisie Williams to swap sword for stage

Games Of Thrones star Maisie Williams wants to test herself as a performer and take to the stage when the show is finished.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/game-of-thrones-star-maisie-williams-wants-to-take-to-the-stage-11216912

Carillion short seller targets Welsh Apple supplier IQE

from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2018/01/21/carillion-short-seller-targets-welsh-apple-supplier-iqe/

Zip wire attraction a 'significant hazard'

Controversial plans for a zip wire attraction in a Lake District valley could be scuppered by claims it would be a "significant hazard".

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/lake-district-zip-wire-attraction-a-significant-hazard-11217516

UKIP leader Henry Bolton loses no confidence vote

UKIP's ruling body has passed a unanimous vote of no confidence in party leader Henry Bolton following a row over his 25-year-old girlfriend.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/ukip-leader-henry-bolton-loses-no-confidence-vote-11217393

Iowa State Seeking Horses for Sarcoid, SCC Treatment Study

The study is focused on standardizing treatment protocols and assessing the Immunocidin's efficacy and safety in treating sarcoids and SCC.

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Does Owner Laminitis Knowledge Affects Horse Care Decisions?

Researchers hope to find out as they conduct a study of U.K. horse owners' understanding of laminitis.

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UKIP leader won't quit over race row girlfriend

UKIP boss Henry Bolton has defiantly refused to resign and insisted the party "cannot afford" a third leadership contest in the space of two years.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/ukip-leader-henry-bolton-refuses-to-quit-as-party-cannot-afford-it-11216981

More snow for UK after coldest night in two years

More snow is on the way across large parts of Britain after the coldest night in almost two years.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/uk-braced-for-more-snow-after-coldest-night-in-two-years-11216859

When Will My Mare Foal?

Researchers compared foaling prediction methods and recommend using a combination of available techniques.

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Girl, aged 8, stabbed to death in West Midlands

A 54-year-old man has been arrested after an eight-year-old girl was stabbed to death near Walsall, police have said.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/girl-aged-8-stabbed-to-death-in-walsall-west-midlands-11216699

BA pilot suspected of being drunk arrested

A British Airways pilot suspected of being drunk was arrested at Gatwick airport on Thursday evening, it has emerged.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/british-airways-pilot-suspected-of-being-drunk-arrested-at-gatwick-airport-11216512

Zombies and Kinks bassist Jim Rodford dies

The Zombies bassist Jim Rodford has died aged 76 after a fall, just six days after his final performance.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/zombies-and-kinks-bassist-jim-rodford-dies-11216538

'Glad it's over!' Ice Maidens tackle Antarctica

Six British soldiers have become the first all-female group to cross the Antarctic using nothing but muscle power.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/ice-maidens-become-first-all-female-group-to-cross-antarctica-11215259

Tracing Equine Microchips

While microchipping is safe and practical, chips can be hard to trace if owner and database information isn't kept current.

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'A hard step done': Tory MP has lung surgery

Former Northern Ireland Secretary James Brokenshire is recovering after having lung surgery.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/james-brokenshire-former-northern-ireland-secretary-recovering-from-lung-surgery-11214842

'Got myself a fiancee': Ed Sheeran is engaged

Singer Ed Sheeran has announced he is engaged to girlfriend Cherry Seaborn.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/ed-sheeran-is-engaged-to-long-term-girlfriend-cherry-seaborn-11215187

BLM to Begin Bible Springs Complex Wild Horse Gather

The BLM plans to gather and remove 350 wild horses from state, private, and agency-managed lands.

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Urine Trouble: Freezing Contaminated Stallion Semen

Ejaculate with less than 20% urine contamination might be suitable for freezing without centrifugation.

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Sky sources: Mary Lou McDonald to lead Sinn Fein

Mary Lou McDonald will be the new leader of Sinn Fein, according to Sky sources.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/sky-sources-mary-lou-mcdonald-to-lead-sinn-fein-11214596

Life, death and pies: Fight to save football club

Players at a 110-year-old football club are taking to the pitch this weekend worried that they might not be paid.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/more-than-life-death-and-pies-fight-to-save-hartlepool-united-11214398

Jeremy Hunt urged to 'delay' NHS shake-up

An influential Conservative MP has asked Jeremy Hunt to delay controversial reforms designed to change the way NHS funds are overseen.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/jeremy-hunt-urged-to-delay-nhs-shake-up-to-integrate-health-and-social-care-11214052

Hagyard Equine Medical Institute Merges With MAVANA

Mixed Animal Veterinary Associates of North America is comprised of 22 equine, mixed animal, and companion animal veterinary practices across 11 states.

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'Psycho' uncle 'inspired by serial killer'

A builder accused of raping and murdering his niece before hiding her body in a freezer was inspired by a serial killer who dissolved his victims in acid baths, a court has heard.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/celine-dookhran-murder-psycho-uncle-inspired-by-acid-bath-serial-killer-11213899

Student rape case dropped as police admit mistakes

A judge has criticised police and prosecutors after a rape case against a student was dropped days before his trial.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/student-rape-case-dropped-as-police-admit-mistakes-11213723

Zombie cover to support Cranberries singer's children

Hard rock band Bad Wolves have released their cover of The Cranberries' hit Zombie, in memory of frontwoman Dolores O'Riordan.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/the-cranberries-zombie-cover-to-raise-money-for-singer-dolores-oriordans-children-11213809

Farage 'slipped Assange a data stick in secret'

Brexiteer Nigel Farage is alleged to have slipped a USB stick containing data to WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange during a secret trip to the Ecuadorian embassy.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/nigel-farage-slipped-julian-assange-a-data-stick-in-secret-says-investigator-11213708

British F-35 jet simulator put through its paces ahead of jets arrival in Britain

from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2018/01/19/british-f-35-jet-simulator-put-paces-ahead-jets-arrival-britain/

1889 newspaper discovered at Buckingham Palace

Building work at Buckingham Palace has unearthed historical fragments including pieces of a newspaper published in 1889.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/1889-evening-standard-newspaper-found-during-buckingham-palace-building-work-11213682

'Squalid' prison worst inspectors have ever seen

"Squalid" Liverpool prison is the worst inspectors have ever seen, with inmates living among rats and cockroaches and drugs and other illicit items rife.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/squalid-liverpool-prison-worst-inspectors-have-ever-seen-11213516

Instagram joins crackdown on hate speech

from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2018/01/19/instagram-joins-crackdown-hate-speech/

Albemarle County, Virginia, Horse Tests Positive for EHV-1

The horse had been a patient at the New Bolton Center, where it was exposed to a horse subsequently diagnosed with EHM.

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BLM Holding Hearings on Vehicle Use in Horse Management

The hearings regarding motor vehicle and helicopter use in wild horse management will take place in Idaho and Montana.

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Equine Melanoma Vaccines

A closer look at two melanoma "vaccines" under investigation and being considered for USDA approval.

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Reducing Horse Racing Fatalities: Where Do We Go from Here?

Fatal injuries in North American flat racing horses has decreased by 23%, but there's still work to be done.

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10 Insights Into Learning Theory and Horses

Want to learn how to better communicate with your horse? Here are 10 research-based learning theory insights to get you started.

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'Seven fewer' digestives in packs due to Brexit

McVitie's is shrinking the size of a packet of Digestives because of price increases caused by the Brexit drop in the pound, it claims.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/seven-fewer-mcvities-digestives-in-packs-because-of-brexit-11213339

Holy grail of blood test for cancer 'a step closer'

The medical holy grail of a blood test for cancer has moved a step closer after a US trial of a new technique detected eight different kinds of tumour.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/blood-test-for-cancer-detects-eight-different-types-of-tumour-11212982

Stallion Collection Schedules Affect Mare Pregnancy Rates

This can pose a problem for mare owners working with a limited breeding window due to the short lifespan of the mare's oocyte and the stallion's sperm.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/40154

God shave the king: How much did royal cut cost?

The Duke of Cambridge's new closely cropped haircut has raised a few eyebrows after reports it cost as much as £180.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/god-shave-the-king-disbelief-at-reported-cost-of-prince-williams-new-haircut-11213131

Indian call centre closure sees TalkTalk top broadband complaints league

from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2018/01/19/indian-call-centre-scam-sees-talktalk-top-broadband-complaints/

'Le selfie!' Macron snaps grinning May

It's not quite in the same league as the famous Oscars selfie tweeted by Ellen DeGeneres, but the wide smile on Theresa May's face shows she didn't seem too concerned.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/theresa-may-and-emmanuel-macron-grin-for-le-selfie-11213219

Carillion collapsed with £2.6bn pension hole

Carillion, the bankrupt construction group, had financial liabilities worth about £5bn when it went bust this week, according to the most extreme calculation of its obligations to tens of thousands of pension scheme members.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/revealed-carillion-collapsed-with-1635bn-of-financial-liabilities-11213303

No review of black cab rapist's prison release

The Parole Board’s decision to release black cab rapist John Worboys from prison will not be appealed, the Government says.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/john-worboys-government-wont-seek-review-of-black-cab-rapist-release-11213273

Embarrassing Instagram update broadcasts when you have been online

from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2018/01/19/embarrassing-instagram-update-broadcasts-have-online/

Parsons Green bombing: Accused pleads not guilty

A teenager accused of a bomb attack which injured 30 commuters at Parsons Green tube station has denied responsibility.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/parsons-green-bombing-accused-pleads-not-guilty-11213207

'Robocop' software no better at predicting crime than humans, study finds

from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2018/01/19/robocop-software-no-better-predicting-crime-humans-study-finds/

Retailers suffer worst December since 2010

Retail sales fell more sharply than expected in the core Christmas month, capping the worst December performance for volumes since 2010.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/retailers-suffer-worst-december-since-2010-11213126

Boris Johnson floats idea of UK-France 'bridge'

Boris Johnson floated the idea of building another transport link across the Channel during a UK-France summit, it has emerged.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/boris-johnson-floats-idea-of-channel-bridge-at-uk-france-summit-11212918

NHS simply 'firefighting' and not being fixed

The NHS faces unsustainable, endemic financial problems despite a series of one-off payments intended to stabilise services.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/nhs-faces-endemic-unsustainable-financial-problems-says-national-audit-office-11212857

UK and France agree artificial intelligence tie-up

from Technology http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2018/01/19/uk-france-agree-artificial-intelligence-tie-up/

Major search operation for missing fishermen

A major search and rescue operation has been launched for two fishermen in Scotland after their vessel capsized.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/major-search-under-way-for-two-fishermen-after-boat-capsizes-in-loch-fyne-11212917

Mystery celebrity spends £25,000 over blackmail

An unnamed celebrity has spent £25,000 on legal costs after receiving a mystery blackmail attempt.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/mystery-celebrity-spends-16325000-on-legal-costs-after-unknown-blackmailer-claims-to-have-information-about-a-very-serious-criminal-offence-11212805

Macron: UK must pay for City deal after Brexit

Emmanuel Macron has warned Theresa May the UK will have to pay into the EU's coffers in order to secure a Brexit trade deal on financial services.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/uk-france-summit-emmanuel-macron-says-uk-must-pay-for-post-brexit-city-deal-11212766

Murder suspects planned TV show about victim

A church warden and a magician planned to make a TV documentary about a retired university lecturer they are suspected of murdering.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/murder-suspects-planned-tv-show-about-victim-peter-farquhar-11212723

UK flu outbreak 'worst in seven years'

The UK is experiencing its worst outbreak of flu in seven years, the Department of Health and Social Care has revealed.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/uk-flu-outbreak-worst-in-seven-years-11212752

Humanist denied asylum over lack of Plato knowledge

A Pakistani humanist has had his asylum claim rejected by the Home Office after failing to name Plato and Aristotle as humanist philosophers.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/pakistani-humanist-denied-asylum-after-showing-insufficient-knowledge-of-plato-11212651

Horse Left on Louisiana Roadside After Trailer Crash

Authorities found the seriously injured and apparently malnourished filly next to an overturned trailer in St. Landry Parish.

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Niece 'hidden in freezer after rape and murder'

A builder who kidnapped, raped and murdered his niece appeared to admit he knew she was dead during a furious WhatsApp row with his wife while on the run from police, a court heard.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/celine-dookhran-hidden-in-freezer-after-being-raped-and-murdered-by-uncle-11212557

Meghan 'sparkles' in visit with Harry to Cardiff

Hundreds of people braved the bitter cold in Cardiff to get a glimpse of Meghan Markle and Prince Harry on their third official engagement.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/harry-and-meghan-delight-crowds-in-cardiff-11212598

Urgent alert over 'fundamentally unsafe' prison

The Chief Inspector of Prisons has demanded Government action after finding Nottingham prison to be "fundamentally unsafe".

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/urgent-alert-over-fundamentally-unsafe-nottingham-prison-11212543

Michael Barrymore pool death inquest blocked

A bid for a new inquest into the death of a man found unconscious in the home of entertainer Michael Barrymore has been blocked.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/michael-barrymore-new-inquest-into-death-of-stuart-lubbock-blocked-11212298

What should we make of Macron's Bayeux offer?

As a nation we have long had a peculiar weakness for revelling in other countries getting the better of us.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/what-should-we-make-of-emmanuel-macrons-bayeux-tapestry-offer-11212413

Watching the Herd

I've read several articles that suggest watching your horse in the pasture to learn more about the herd's social structure and horse behavior in general. What are some specific things I should watch for?

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What Makes Some Stallion Semen Subpar?

Learn about 14 factors that can affect your stallion's fertility.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/40150

Promoted Tory MP 'encouraged police brutality'

A newly promoted Tory MP under fire for a string of offensive online comments is facing fresh questions over a blog post on the 2011 riots.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/promoted-tory-mp-encouraged-police-brutality-during-2011-riots-11212240

Penn Vet's New Bolton Center Under EHV Quarantine

On Jan. 16 a horse recently admitted to the hospital for non-neurologic signs tested positive for EHV-1 and ultimately displayed signs compatible with EHM.

from News http://www.thehorse.com/media/40153

Wolf captured after escaping wildlife sanctuary

A wolf which sparked a police search after escaping from a wildlife sanctuary in Berkshire has been captured.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/wolf-captured-after-escaping-from-berkshire-wildlife-sanctuary-11212309

Spending on housing costs doubles in 60 years

Official figures show housing costs, including council tax, now account for an average 18% of expenditure for UK households - double the rate of 60 years ago.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/spending-on-housing-costs-doubles-in-60-years-ons-11212130

Horses' Eye Blink Rate Could Reveal Stress Levels

Full and half blinks decreased significantly during stressful situations, researchers found.

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UKIP leader 'could get back' with race row ex

UKIP's embattled leader has hinted he could get back with the girlfriend he left for sending "racist" texts about Prince Harry's fiancée Meghan Markle.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/ukips-bolton-could-get-back-with-ex-who-sent-racist-texts-about-meghan-markle-11212038

Bird flu prevention zone declared in England

A bird flu prevention zone has been declared across England in a bid to stop the virus spreading to poultry and other domestic birds.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/bird-flu-prevention-zone-declared-in-england-in-bid-to-stop-virus-spreading-11212177

Tarrant fined £6,000 after admitting drink-driving

Chris Tarrant has been fined £6,000 and given a 12-month ban after pleading guilty to drink-driving.

from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/chris-tarrant-fined-1636000-after-admitting-drink-driving-11212167