Criminal probe threat after Bristol City Council illegally put kids in care into unregistered homes
Ofsted is considering a ‘full criminal investigation’ after Bristol City Council admitted illegally putting children in care into unregistered homes. Eight vulnerable youngsters looked after by the local authority are…
Stampeders finally hold on to late lead in victory over Lions
Twice in the past couple of weeks, the Calgary Stampeders had fallen agonizingly short in fourth quarters. Those are the types of losses that stick with you. So when the…
Homeland Security names independent panel to review Trump assassination attempt
US Homeland Security secretary Alejandro Mayorkas has appointed a bipartisan, independent panel to review this month’s assassination attempt on former president Donald Trump, officials said. The panel members will have…
The Open: Xander Schauffele lets father Stefan take first drink from Claret Jug
Xander Schauffele gave his father Stefan the honour of choosing what to drink from the Claret Jug following his nerveless victory in the 152nd Open Championship. Schauffele carded a flawless…
What the papers say – July 22
US President Joe Biden’s shock decision to exit the 2024 presidential race dominates Monday’s newspaper headlines. The Daily Telegraph, Financial Times and The Guardian all splash on Mr Biden’s withdrawal,…
Celebrities endorse Kamala Harris for president in droves as Joe Biden drops out
Swathes of A-list actors, singers and other celebrities have come out in force to throw their support behind vice president Kamala Harris after Joe Biden announced his withdrawal from the…
Homeland Security secretary names panel to review Trump assassination attempt
WASHINGTON — U.S. Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas has appointed a bipartisan, independent panel to review this month’s assassination attempt on former president Donald Trump, officials said Sunday. The panel…
Inheritance tax warning: ‘Baby boomers’ at risk of being hit with 40% tax charge as HMRC receipts rise
Baby boomers are being urged to prepare their finances as Britons in their 60s and 70s face becoming more liable to pay inheritance tax (IHT) on their estate. This comes…
World leaders react to Biden dropping out of US election race
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, Israeli President Isaac Herzog among those paying tribute to US president. US President Joe Biden meets with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy in the Oval Office of…
Cancellations continue as Delta tries to restore operations after tech outage
NEW YORK — Airlines, including Delta Air Lines, continued to struggle to restore operations two days after a faulty software update caused technological havoc worldwide and resulted in several carriers…