Tipping In The USA
As the US presidential candidates fight for votes, the American culture of tipping has become an election issue. But will the proposals favour service workers, as intended, or create loopholes…
Priceless artwork on display in gallery DESTROYED after being targeted by vandal
A piece of priceless artwork was smashed at an exhibition’s opening, in an act of vandalism that the show’s curator described as a “reckless and senseless act”. The sculpture by…
Almost 1,000 spare places in reception means closing primary schools ‘unavoidable’
Closing primary schools in Bristol could be “unavoidable” as almost 1,000 spare places in reception this September were left empty. Over the past decade the number of babies born in…
Cutting speed limit to 20mph in residential areas should be considered – O’Dowd
Reducing the speed limit to 20 miles per hour in residential areas in Northern Ireland should be considered, a Stormont minister has said. Infrastructure minister John O’Dowd said while an…
Three flowers to deadhead now to ‘prolong their display and give colour well into the month’
With summer transitioning into autumn, September marks a good month for gardeners to focus on pruning. To prolong your colourful hues, the Royal Horticultural Society recommended trimming three flowers before…
Sir Keir Starmer gives update on DWP plan for people on benefits
People who claim long-term sickness benefits should be made to look for work if they are able to, the Prime Minister has said. Sir Keir Starmer said support will be…
Asian Development Bank raises growth forecast but warns over trade sanctions
Developing economies in Asia are forecast to grow at a 5.0% annual pace this year, helped by a strong US economy and surging demand for computer chips that power artificial…
20mph speed limits should be ‘scrapped’ as Welsh Tories call for ‘common sense’ after driver backlash
The Welsh Conservatives are set to call on the Government to repeal the controversial 20mph speed limit legislation which has been criticised heavily by Welsh drivers. They have targeted the…
Labour Party votes to reverse Winter Fuel Payments cut
The Government has been urged to reverse its controversial decision to cut winter fuel allowance for many pensioners after a strong message was sent from Labour ’s annual conference. Delegates…
Indian Kashmir votes in regional polls with return of autonomy at forefront
Contest pits parties seeking to restore region’s special status against India’s main governing party BJP. Women wait in line to vote outside a polling station during the second phase of…