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Hospital flu cases rising at 'very concerning' rate, NHS England warns

The number of people with flu in hospital in England has gone up sharply over Christmas and is rising "at a very concerning rate", NHS chiefs warn. The latest data shows there were 5,000 patients with the virus being treated in hospital at the …

Chancellor warned businesses face a ‘very tough’ time of ‘no growth’ amid a ‘very large tax burden’

The former chairman of Marks & Spencer and Asda has warned the Chancellor Rachel Reeves that businesses are facing “poor productivity” as the Budget will leave a “very large tax burden.” Stuart Rose warned there is a Very bloated public sector” and the …

Former Asda and M&S chief warns of more economic gloom amid Labour's tax hikes

A top businessman has revealed he is “despondent” about the state of the UK economy. Stuart Rose, the former chairman of Asda and Marks and Spencer, revealed firms are facing a “very tough” time amid “no growth”, “poor productivity” and “a very, very large …

Working from home risks women's career progress, says Nationwide leader

Women who work from home could be at risk of missing out on opportunities at work, according to Debbie Crosbie, chief executive of Nationwide bank. Speaking to BBC Radio 4’s Today programme on 31 December, Crosbie said that she noticed women were less …

Emma Barnett interview tops BBC Radio 4’s Feedback listener’s poll

An interview conducted by Emma Barnett on the Today programme has been judged the overall winner of “Interview of the Year” by listeners to BBC Radio 4’s Feedback. The interview, with terminally ill aid worker Simon Boas, was broadcast on July 4th 2024 and …

Hannah Platt brings her show Defence Mechanism to Soho Theatre

Hannah Platt debuted at the 2024 Edinburgh Fringe at the Pleasance Courtyard to huge critical acclaim with her show ‘Defence Mechanism’ that was also nominated for four awards including NextUp’s Biggest Award in Comedy and the Comedian’s Choice Awards Best …

Pope Francis discusses ‘world full of hope and kindness’ in BBC Radio 4 message

Nationwide boss says women working at home could be missing out on job opportunities

Nationwide CEO says leaders need to have a “physical presence” in the office The company’s RTO mandate has been in force for 12 months Extra childcare support should be offered to support this The debate surrounding hybrid working continues to rumble on, …

Nationwide chief: women miss out when they work from home

Women could be missing out on career opportunities if they only work from home, the chief executive of Nationwide has claimed. Debbie Crosbie told the BBC Radio 4 Today programme that “physical presence” was important for career growth, and said that the …

Man found someone living in and redecorating house he'd owned for 30 years

It's a scenario you can't quite imagine; but for this man, it was all too real. Reverend Mike Hall had bought a house in Luton back in 1990, and had spent most of the years since working in North Wales. But while working there, he'd received a …

In 2025, Casting All Our Cares on Him Is the Only Way to Go

No matter what measure they used, most pundits and analysts agreed that 2024 was a challenging year. Moreover, as the 24/7 news cycles of major media outlets and other experts point out repeatedly, 2025 doesn’t promise to be any better. Challenges …

Religion news 2 January 2025

Pope’s New Year’s message: respect dignity of life In a New Year’s message, Pope Francis called on people to “respect the dignity of human life from conception to natural death”, seen as a comment on the vote in support of assisted dying in the UK …

Pete Doherty recalls sitting outside gig as fans ‘toreplace apart’

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Where are The Traitors series 2 cast now? From reality careers to MasterChef

The Traitors has kept BBC viewers hooked for two series, with high-stakes manipulation and suspense set against the backdrop of the iconic Scottish Highlands castle. The show's success has led to international adaptations in countries including America …

Inside The Traitors series 2 cast lives from MasterChef stint to Dancing on Ice

The Traitors has kept BBC audiences on tenterhooks over the past two series, with high-stakes manipulation playing out within the iconic Scottish Highlands castle. The show's success has led to numerous international adaptations in countries including …

AI Pioneer Warns New Technology Could Wipe Out Humans

Credit: UN Geneva, Flickr, CC BY-NC-ND 2.0 British-Canadian computer scientist Geoffrey Hinton, often referred to as the “Godfather of AI,” has raised concerns about the potential for artificial intelligence (AI) to pose an existential threat to humanity …

How Audrey Hepburn became a spy during WW2

As a teenager growing up in the Netherlands, the Oscar-winning actress bravely carried messages for the Dutch resistance during the Nazi occupation. On the BBC Radio 4 podcast History's Youngest Heroes, Nicola Coughlan shines a light on extraordinary …

Olympic hero Laura Kenny reveals pregnancy after 'heartbreaking' fertility journey

British Olympic cycling star Laura Kenny has happily revealed that she is expecting her third child after enduring a difficult time trying to conceive. Laura, who has been awarded a damehood and shares two sons, Albie and Monty, with husband and fellow …

Ukraine stops transit of Russian gas to EU in end of era

Russian company Gazprom confirmed that gas exports via Ukraine to Europe stopped from 08:00 local time (05:00 GMT) on Wednesday. Moscow has transported gas to Europe through Ukraine since 1991. While immediate effects are light, the strategic and symbolic …

MikelParis of O.A.R. Fame Transforms Long Island Music Scene with 'Bring on the Night' Residency at Nostalgia, Bethpage

Live Streamed Variety Show, Solo Performances, Musical Guests and Audience Participation Provides Three Hours of Uninterrupted Music and Fun Starting January 9 BETHPAGE, NY, UNITED STATES, January 3, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- O.A.R. keyboardist …

Empowerment Navigator Kerin M. Cagle Joins Abundance Studios® as a Producer

GREENVILLE, SC, UNITED STATES, January 3, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Abundance Studios® is thrilled to announce that Kerin M. Cagle, co-owner of ASE Private Wealth™ and founder of sYmply The Best™: Empowering Women to Live an Exceptional Life™, …

Skicka Buketter Expands Reach to Major US Cities and the Midwest

Skicka Buketter, a premier online flower delivery service, is excited to announce its expansion to all major cities across the United States, including key regions in the Midwest. This strategic growth enables the company to provide faster, more …

Accurate Backflow & Plumbing Elevates Online User Experience with Fresh Website Update

Accurate Backflow & Plumbing revamps website to focus on advanced technological integration, optimizing client satisfaction in Bradenton, F. BRADENTON, FL, UNITED STATES, January 3, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Accurate Backflow & Plumbing …

Mindlink at 24: Celebrating Leadership, Innovation, and a Vision for the Future

Unveiling the New Management Committee 2025 SINGAPORE, January 3, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Mindlink is proud to celebrate its 24th anniversary, marking a significant milestone in the company’s journey. Since its founding in 2001, Mindlink has …

FREESTYLE DIGITAL MEDIA RELEASES DOCUMENTARY “LADY LIKE”

Documentary Spotlighting ‘RuPaul’s Drag Race’ Season 14 Runner-Up Lady Camden Now Available on North American VOD Platforms on January 3, 2025 LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, January 3, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Freestyle Digital Media, the …

FREESTYLE DIGITAL MEDIA RELEASES BAFTA-NOMINATED BRITISH MOVIE “BOLAN’S SHOES”

Tribute to British Glam Rock Singer Marc Bolan and His Band T. Rex Now Available on North American VOD Platforms and DVD starting on January 3, 2025 LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, January 3, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Freestyle Digital Media, …

Girls with Chess by Mengyao Guo Wins Iron in A' Graphics, Illustration and Visual Communication Design Award

Thought-Provoking Illustration Exploring Gender Equality and Societal Norms Recognized in Prestigious International Design Competition COMO, CO, ITALY, January 3, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The A' Design Award, one of the world's most …

Psychiatric Times® celebrates 40 years at the forefront of psychiatry

CRANBURY, N.J., Jan. 03, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Psychiatric Times® has been the voice of psychiatry for 40 years. John L. Schwartz, M.D., introduced this innovative platform in 1985 to foster honest and unbiased exchanges between colleagues and give …

The 4th Guangdong South China Medicine Industry Conference Will Be Held in Yunfu, Guangdong -- The Fragrance-Overflowing ...

YUNFU, China, Jan. 03, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- South China Medicine plays an important part in the traditional Chinese medicine industry. To continuously promote South China Medicine to the whole country and the world, the 4th Guangdong South China …

Canon U.S.A. Announces New Executive Appointments for 2025

MELVILLE, N.Y., Jan. 03, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Canon U.S.A., Inc. is proud to announce new executive promotions, effective January 1, 2025. Kiyoshi Oka has been promoted to executive vice president and general manager, Marketing Strategy Unit, while …

CR Garage Door Repair Of Naples Celebrates 30 Years of Delivering High-Quality Garage Door Services in Naples, Florida

Naples, Florida, Jan. 03, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- CR Garage Door Repair Of Naples, a leading Garage Door Repair Naples FL company offering a selection of a swift, reliable, and affordable range of solutions, is proud to announce its celebration of …

Northwestern University Student Shares Educational and Career Updates After Receiving SBB Research Group Foundation STEM ...

CHICAGO, Jan. 03, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The SBB Research Group Foundation is proud to announce the continued success of Vivian Chen after receiving the STEM Scholarship in 2024. The $2,500 award empowers students to create value for society by pursuing …

L’exposition « The Age of Human Wisdom: the 3rd Jinan International Biennale » (« L’âge de la sagesse humaine : 3e ...

JINAN, Chine, 03 janv. 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- L’exposition « The Age of Human Wisdom: the 3rd Jinan International Biennale » (« L’âge de la sagesse humaine : 3e biennale internationale de Jinan ») a officiellement ouvert ses portes le 16 décembre 2024. L …

BexBack: Redefining Crypto Trading with 100x Leverage, Zero Spread and Exclusive Rewards

HONG KONG, Jan. 03, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- BexBack, a global leader in cryptocurrency trading, is reshaping the market with its innovative features and trader-focused offerings. With 100x leverage, zero spread trading, and attractive bonuses, BexBack …

YY Group Holding Limited Projects $20 Million Growth with Acquisition of MediaPlus Venture Group Pte. Ltd.

Singapore , Jan. 03, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- YY Group Holding Limited (NASDAQ: YYGH) (“YY Group,” “YYGH,” or the “Company”) is proud to announce the acquisition of MediaPlus Venture Group Pte. Ltd. (“MediaPlus”), a leading digital marketing and web …

Verizon announces first-ever “Super Bowl FanFest” bringing a Super Bowl LIX experience to 30 NFL cities across the ...

NEW YORK, Jan. 03, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- In a first-of-its-kind event, Verizon is transforming stadiums and venues across all 30 NFL markets into a nationwide FanFest unlike any other. Fans will enjoy free celebrations on Super Bowl LIX Sunday with food …

Partner Real Estate Welcomes Gregg Millett: A Passionate Advocate for Collaboration, Trust, and Empowerment

CA, UNITED STATES, January 2, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Partner Real Estate proudly announces Gregg Millett as one of its newest agents. Gregg’s unique background in broadcasting and his lifelong passion for homes make him a perfect fit for the …

Gray Media Promotes Alison Davis to General Manager of WTOK-TV in Meridian, Mississippi

ATLANTA, Jan. 03, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Gray Media, Inc. (NYSE: GTN) today announced the promotion of Alison Davis to the position of General Manager of WTOK, the ABC/CW/Telemundo affiliate in Meridian, Mississippi, effective January 6, 2025. …

Venezuelan Activist Jesús Armas Illegally Detained Amidst Human Rights Violations

CARACAS, Venezuela, Jan. 03, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The "FreeJesusArmas.com" campaign brings attention to the arbitrary detention of Jesús Armas, a respected Venezuelan activist, human rights advocate, and former Caracas City Council member, …