Landmark smoking ban that would phase out sales passes U.K. parliament – National

The British government’s plan for a landmark smoking ban that aims to stop young people from ever smoking cleared its first hurdle in Parliament on Tuesday despite vocal opposition from within Prime Minister Rishi Sunak’s Conservative Party. The bill, a key policy announced by Sunak last year, would make it illegal to sell tobacco products … Read more

Opinion | Israel-Iran showdown puts the whole world in uncharted territory

The consequences of the Israel-Iran showdown will be global, representing one of the most significant geopolitical moments in the 21st century. It adds another dimension to the geopolitical landscape at a time when the world is already facing a myriad of crises. One of the biggest consequences is for the United States. Iran’s actions show … Read more

Jimmy White’s World Championship hopes ended by Liu Hongyu in qualifying | Snooker News

Jimmy White has not made it through qualifying for the 2024 World Championships; White has been a runner up at the Crucible six times; He lost 10-3 to 19-year-old Liu Hongyu Last Updated: 11/04/24 8:33pm Jimmy White will not be a part of the 2024 World Championships after losing out in qualifying Jimmy White’s hopes … Read more

Lindy Cameron to be new British envoy to India

The UK has appointed Lindy Cameron as its new high commissioner to India. Cameron will succeed incumbent Alex Ellis. “Lindy Cameron CB OBE has been appointed British High Commissioner to the Republic of India in succession to Alex Ellis CMG who will be transferring to another diplomatic service appointment,” a British readout said on Thursday. … Read more

Mark Williams beats Ronnie O’Sullivan in Tour Championship final after winning seven frames in a row | Snooker News

Mark Williams wins seven frames in a row to beat Ronnie O’Sullivan in Tour Championship final; Williams claims 26th rankings title, denies O’Sullivan a 42nd; World Snooker Championship runs from April 20 to May 6 at The Crucible in Sheffield with O’Sullivan looking for record eighth title Last Updated: 07/04/24 9:50pm Mark Williams won seven … Read more

UK authority suspends Nigerian nurse over dishonesty, may strike name off register

A Nigerian nurse, identified as Elizabeth Offier, who was suspended over misconduct by the UK Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) now risks being struck off from the agency’s register. A panel of the Fitness to Practice Committee of the NMC had earlier suspended Ms Offier for six months for “impairment of her fitness to practice … Read more

Migrant Crossings To UK Hit New Record, Heaping Pressure On PM Sunak

Home News Migrant Crossings To UK Hit New Record, Heaping Pressure On PM Sunak Rishi Sunak is hoping his flagship scheme to deport those arriving in Britain without permission to Rwanda will deter people from making the dangerous cross-channel crossings. Published: March 27, 2024 9:04 PM IST By Reuters Prime Minister Of UK Rishi Sunak London: … Read more

US strongly condemns Moscow terror attack, says ISIS needs to be defeated ‘everywhere’

Washington DC: United States has strongly condemned the “heinous” terrorist attack carried out by the ISIS at Crocus City Hall music venue near Moscow and expressed condolences to the bereaved families. White House Press Secretary, Karine Jeane-Pierre, in a statement, termed ISIS as a “common terrorist enemy” and said that it needs to be defeated … Read more

King Charles tells Catherine, Princess of Wales he is ‘so proud’ of her as both royals fight cancer

King Charles says he is “so proud” of his daughter-in-law Catherine, Princess of Wales, after she revealed she is receiving treatment for cancer. Kate, 42, announced her diagnosis about 6pm Friday local time, confirming she was diagnosed with the disease after a planned abdominal surgery in January. The news comes after the King revealed he … Read more

Catherine, Princess of Wales not expected to return to royal duties as planned after cancer diagnosis

It is believed Catherine, Princess of Wales will not return to royal duties at Easter as was previously expected after the royal announced her shock cancer diagnosis on Friday night local time. Kate has remained absent from official royal duties since undergoing abdominal surgery in January, where she spent 13 days recovering at the London … Read more