More protection for victims as Government vows crackdown on stalking
Victims of the “horrendous” crime of stalking are to be given better protection including the right to know the identity of their online stalkers, the Government has said. Home Secretary…
Story showcasing ‘voices’ of Ireland among novels nominated in Nero Book Awards
A story showcasing the “voices” of rural Ireland is among the novels that have been shortlisted for a book awards established by coffee chain Caffe Nero. Three Irish authors have…
Most people happy to share health data to develop artificial intelligence – poll
Most people are willing to share health data to develop artificial intelligence (AI) in the NHS – though they do not want to lose the human touch, a poll suggests.…
Junk food ad ban ‘will prevent an estimated 20,000 cases of childhood obesity’
A pre-watershed ban on ads for junk food will prevent an estimated 20,000 cases of childhood obesity, the Government has said.
Supermarkets off track to meet goal to halt deforestation from food, WWF warns
Supermarkets are well off track to meet a goal to secure deforestation-free food by next year, environmental charity WWF has warned. The latest annual report from WWF on progress towards…
Alberta to end use of photo radar on provincial highways, at speed-on-green cameras
Come April 1, 2025, Alberta is ending photo radar ticketing on all numbered provincial highways. The province also plans over the coming months to review “cash cows” – photo radar…
Cyber risk facing UK being ‘widely underestimated’, security chief warns
The UK needs to wake up to Russia’s online “aggression and recklessness” and the risks posed by “highly sophisticated” Chinese hackers, the cyber security chief will warn. In his first…
AGAR: A tale of two cyclists: Good Rider and Bad Rider
Ontario Premier Doug Ford sided with people who claimed some bike lanes in the city hold up traffic and endanger emergency vehicle response times. Recommended Videos Using provincial power, he…
Christmas ‘unlikely to be bumper one for all’ as consumers focus on budgeting
Spending on cough and cold remedies was a bright spot in November as weak consumer confidence and rising energy bills caused anxiety for retailers in the all-important run-up to Christmas.
EDITORIAL: Biden’s hypocrisy undermines his legacy
U.S. President Joe Biden has irreparably damaged his political legacy by pardoning his son, Hunter Biden, from convictions for illegal gun possession and tax fraud. Recommended Videos To be sure,…