Newsletter Sep 21, 2023

'Big Shoes To Fill': Paris Crowd Greets Charles III

As thousands lined the famed Champs-Elysees to catch a glimpse of Charles III on Wednesday, many said they wondered how the king would follow in the footsteps of his mother, Queen Elizabeth, who was much loved in France.

UK Inflation In Surprise Drop To 18-month Low

British inflation unexpectedly slowed in August, data showed Wednesday, hitting an 18-month low and sparking hope this week's widely-forecast interest rate hike by the Bank of England could be its last for now.

Rishi Sunak Receives Backlash Over Delays In Net Zero Plans

Rishi Sunak has revealed plans for a policy change that could potentially delay significant government pledges towards achieving net-zero emissions, a move that has sparked strong criticism from both Labour and Conservative members of parliament, as well as environmental organisations.

Government Proposes Strike Laws As NHS Staff Continue Demands For Fair Pay And Working Conditions

The ongoing dispute between NHS staff in England and the government has taken a new turn as the health secretary, Steve Barclay, accused healthcare professionals of planning "politically timed" industrial action.

Doctors In England Step Up Strike Action Over Pay

Hospital chiefs on Wednesday warned of danger to patient safety from the latest doctors strike, the first time consultants and junior doctors in England have walked out at the same time.

Italian PM Urges UN To Wage 'War Without Mercy' On Migrant Trafficking

Italy's prime minister on Wednesday urged the United Nations to launch a "global war without mercy" against migrant smugglers, after a surge of arrivals on the island of Lampedusa.

Elon Musk's Neuralink Gets US FDA Nod To Test Brain Chip In Humans

Neuralink will soon begin recruiting patients to test the safety and efficacy of its implantable brain chip.

Indian YouTuber Travels To Afghanistan To Meet Taliban, Praises Their 'Hospitality'

An Indian vlogger, identified as Muhammed Yaseen, has dared to interview the Taliban for his vlog.

Over 1,000 Met Police Officers Have Been Suspended For Alleged Misconduct

Met Police keep their complete reform promise after at least five Met Police officers have been charged with rape in 2023 alone.

Met Police Officer Charged With Murder of Chris Kaba

The Met Police officer, who cannot be named for legal reasons, will appear at Westminster Magistrates' Court on Thursday where he will be charged.

Italy Opens Probe Over Ryanair Market Dominance

Italy's antitrust watchdog said Wednesday it has opened an investigation into Ryanair over allegations the Irish low-cost airline is abusing its dominant market position.

Human-Induced Climate Change Blamed For Fatal Libya Floods

A World Weather Attribution report declares that human-induced climate change caused Libya to be 50 times more likely to experience an extreme weather event.

Ski Resort In French Alps Shuts Down Permanently Due To Climate Change

This resort was 22 kms away from the famous Annecy campsites.

Record-Breaking Petition Opposes New 20mph Speed Limit in Wales

On September 17, 2023, Wales became the first UK nation to implement a default 20mph speed limit on most residential roads across the country.

After Sexual Assault Scandal, Spain Players 'Forced' To Show Up For National Team Duty

Spain's women's national team players are facing sanctions if they don't show up after being called up despite stating numerous times that they are on strike.

Bayern Beat Man Utd As Real Madrid, Arsenal Win In Champions League

Harry Kane was among the scorers as Bayern Munich beat Manchester United 4-3 in their heavyweight Champions League clash on Wednesday, while Jude Bellingham snatched a dramatic late winner for Real Madrid and Arsenal began their campaign with a big victory.