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Cross erected in memory of Shackleton to travel to Scotland There is no bias in the title provided. Shackleton was born in Kilkea, Ireland, in 1874 and died in January 1922, aged 47, after suffering a heart attack on board his expedition ship, the Quest, in South Georgia, a UK overseas territory in the southern Atlantic Ocean. Crew members of the Shackleton-Rowett expedition erected a memorial at Hope Point, near to his final resting place in Grytviken Cemetery. The Hope Cross was constructed at nearby Grytviken whaling station by crew members unable to attend the funeral of their expedition leader,…

US soldiers travel to Scotland to help train battalion on new tech There is no bias in the original title provided. Its soldiers are now getting to grips with smartphone devices which flip down from the front of their body armour, offering new capabilities and enhanced security. An American team flew into Fort George, where 3 Scots are based, to pass on their knowledge of the system after using it in their own operations. The lightweight smartphones aid situational awareness as they display live maps – enabling the soldiers to track where their own team, and allied teams, are. They…

Julian Assange wins High Court bid to appeal against extradition to US over spying charges There is no bias in the title provided. For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emailsSign up to our free breaking news emailsWikiLeaks founder Julian Assange’s has won a last ditch bid to appeal his extradition to the United States to face espionage charges.High Court judges on Monday granted him permission to appeal his removal to the US where he is being prosecuted over an alleged conspiracy to obtain and disclose national defence information over the…

Ministers do not rule out more public money millions over ferry crisis There is no bias in the title provided. Ministers sanctioned a cash injection of a further £61m in the last financial year alone as Ferguson Marine tries to deliver two long-delayed ferries. Ministers were accused of presiding over an “outrageous mismanagement of public funds” after pressing ahead with the second ferry at the Ferguson shipyard, known only as Hull 802, despite learning it would be cheaper to scrap the vessel and tender for a new one. It comes as the Scottish Government-owned ferry procurers and owners CMAL indicated two…

Microsoft device recalled due to serious safety concerns There is no bias in the title provided. The product presents a serious risk of electric shock as it has insufficient external build quality, which can allow access to live parts. If you own a replacement laptop charger for a Microsoft Surface, specifically a black transformer and black power supply lead with a red fuse cover, then you are strongly advised to not use it and instead follow certain procedures. The Microsoft product presents a serious risk of electric shock as it has insufficient external build quality, which can allow access to…

Scotland weather: Tree stuck under train during Storm Babet There is no bias in the title provided The tree became wedged under a train between Glasgow and Orban, ScotRail said, which delayed the service near Taynuilt.  “This is what we’re up against today,” ScotRail said, sharing photos of the incident on social media.  Read more: Scotland red weather warning: Live Storm Babet updates The tree was eventually cleared by Network Rail staff, the train company said.  It comes as a red weather warning is in place for parts of Scotland on Thursday and Friday as Storm Babet strikes.  Areas of…

Small businesses call for help to improve security measures There is no bias in the original title provided. The Federation of Independent Retailers (The Fed) has launched a campaign to lobby the government for security grants of up to £1500.  The money would allow small businesses and retailers to make changes such as improved store lighting, installing panic buttons and upgrading CCTV equipment.  READ NEXT: Greyhound racing track could be demolished for hotel and homes It is hoped these measures would help to deter crime while also helping retailers provide information to police if they have to report a crime.  It…

The Christmas films showing in Glasgow you need to see There is no bias in the title provided. We have drawn up the ultimate list of where to watch everything from Home Alone to Elf.  *Details were correct at the time of this article running.  READ NEXT: Twin Atlantic announce Glasgow O2 Academy homecoming show  Saint Luke’s Music and arts venue Saint Luke’s will be bringing Jim Carrey and Macaulay Culkin to Glasgow’s East End by showing two festive classics on Saturday, December 23.  First up will be the Grinch Who Stole Christmas which will be shown at 11am and will…

Sir Chris Hoy announces he is being treated for cancer There is no bias in the title provided. The six-time Olympic gold medallist said the news came as a “huge shock” last year and he is undergoing chemotherapy.  The 47-year-old from Edinburgh posted a statement on social media saying he had wanted to keep his diagnosis private but his “hand has been forced”.  He said: “I have a bit of news. Last year I was diagnosed with cancer, which came as a huge shock, having had no symptoms up to that point. “I’m currently receiving treatment including chemotherapy, which thankfully…

Infected blood scandal inquiry latest: ‘Chilling’ cover up over decades led to thousands of deaths There is no bias in the title provided. Infected blood scandal greatest injustice country has seen, claims Andy BurnhamSign up for our free Health Check email to receive exclusive analysis on the week in healthGet our free Health Check emailPoliticians, doctors and civil servants carried out a “chilling” and “pervasive” cover up, which led to the deaths of around 3,000 people through contaminated blood, a damning inquiry has found.Tens of thousands of people were avoidably infected with HIV and Hepatitis in the “worst treatment disaster…

Rhymney HMO ‘makes mockery’ of town’s conservation area There is no bias in the title provided. The proposal to transform 16 High Street from a four-bedroom house into a five-bed HMO (house in multiple occupation) was approved on Wednesday May 15, after several committee members said they felt unable to properly consider the impact on the local community. The application had drawn opposition from some neighbours, and ward councillor Carl Cuss summed up their concerns, telling the committee the plan “makes a mockery” of the area’s conservation status. HMOs are typically properties where unrelated, individual adults live in private bedrooms…

Prison recall search launched for wanted Caerphilly man There is no bias in the original title provided. The force area appealing for information to locate 39-year-old Paul Williams from the Rhymney area. Williams received a prison sentence of two years and three months for attempted burglary at Merthyr Tydfil Crown Court in November 2022.Williams has breached his licence conditions and now been recalled to prison. A spokesperson for Gwent Police said: “We’re appealing for information to locate 39-year-old Paul Williams from the Rhymney area. “Paul Williams, 39, has breached his licence conditions.”Anyone with information on Williams’ whereabouts can call 101…

Caerphilly: Paedophile caught after girl saw NSPCC talk There is no bias in the title provided. Andrew Flecknell’s victim told her mother of his “hideous” abuse following the showing of the children’s charity PANTS programme. The 38-year-old defendant from the Bedwas area of Caerphilly was condemned by Judge Lucy Crowther who told him: “This was a campaign of rape.” Flecknell sexually assaulted the girl “more times than she can remember”. Clare Wilkes, prosecuting, said that the child’s mother made a victim impact statement on her behalf which she read at Cardiff Crown Court. It stated: “This has had a massive…

Large emergency presence in Newport as road taped off There is no bias in the title provided. Cormorant way in Duffryn, Newport has been taped by the police following an incident. There is currently a large emergency presence at the scene and a police helicopter is also believed to have been in attendance. The article discusses the impact of climate change on global food security. It highlights how rising temperatures and extreme weather events are affecting crop yields and food production worldwide. Experts warn that without immediate action to mitigate climate change, food shortages and price spikes could become more…

It has been an honour and a privilege to serve the City of Newport There is no bias in the title provided. In 2019 when I took office, no one could have foreseen the challenges that lay ahead – a global pandemic followed by an energy and cost of living crisis. During this time I have worked together with officers, partners and colleagues to keep people safe, maintain the delivery of essential services and protect our communities. In some of the darkest times that we have ever known it has been an honour to serve the people of Newport. Our…

Londoners could be given £5,000 grants for electric cars – here’s how | UK News By the end of 2025, they’re aiming to have all electric vehicles (Picture: Getty) Uber is offering £5,000 to Uber drivers in london who are willing to switch to using electric vehicles. The company announced the measure to help it meet its previous commitment that all Uber vehicles in the capital will be fully electric by the end of 2025. Drivers can spend their grant cash as a lump sum on an EV purchase, or on weekly payments for rental or rent-to-buy agreements. Fully electric…

Brexit live updates: David Cameron to be grilled over Gibraltar deal amid anger over border plan There is no bias in the original title provided. Brexit betrayal: David Cameron set to sell Gibraltar out in EU ‘capitulation’Sign up to our free Brexit and beyond email for the latest headlines on what Brexit is meaning for the UKSign up to our Brexit email for the latest insightForeign secretary David Cameron is set to give evidence to MPs and members of the Commons European scrutiny over the planned treaty for Gibraltar.Both governments are currently in the process of agreeing a post-Brexit treaty…

David Cameron to be grilled over Gibraltar deal amid anger over post-Brexit border plan – UK politics live There is no bias in the original title provided. Brexit betrayal: David Cameron set to sell Gibraltar out in EU ‘capitulation’Sign up to our free Brexit and beyond email for the latest headlines on what Brexit is meaning for the UKSign up to our Brexit email for the latest insightForeign secretary David Cameron is set to give evidence to MPs and members of the Commons European scrutiny over the planned treaty for Gibraltar.Both governments are currently in the process of agreeing a…

What is the infected blood scandal? Everything you need to know from inquiry to compensation There is no bias in the title provided. Get the free Morning Headlines email for news from our reporters across the worldSign up to our free Morning Headlines emailA public inquiry into the long-running infected blood scandal is due to publish its findings today, with a compensation scheme running into the billions thought to be amongst recommendations.The scandal concerns over 30,000 people in the UK who were infected with deadly viruses during the 1970s and 1980s due to contaminated blood products.The latest evidence submitted to…

How to watch the 2024 RHS Chelsea Flower Show on TV There is no bias in the title provided. The annual event sees hundreds of keen gardens gather, bringing their plants and garden designs all hoping to catch the judge’s keen eyes. Every year, the RHS Chelsea Flower Show has a new theme and this year’s themes are: using water wisely, the joy of gardens, how to attract a younger and more diverse audience to gardening and the greenest Chelsea ever. If you’re not able to make it to the show yourself, you can still watch all the highlights and…

Average house price hits record high as mortgage rates cut There is no original title provided to identify any biased words or phrases. Get the free Morning Headlines email for news from our reporters across the worldSign up to our free Morning Headlines emailThe average price tag on a home reached a record high in May, according to Rightmove.Across Britain, the price of a property coming to market rose 0.8%, or £2,807, month-on-month. The average is now of £375,131.Pent-up demand from would-be buyers who paused their plans last year is a key driver behind increased home mover activity despite mortgage…

Water investors have withdrawn billions from private companies, analyst claims There is no bias in the title provided. Get the free Morning Headlines email for news from our reporters across the worldSign up to our free Morning Headlines emailShareholders in some of the UK’s largest water companies have withdrawn £85.2bn since privatisation while failing to invest sufficiently in infrastructure, according to analysis from the University of Greenwich.The analysis claims that, adjusted for inflation, shareholder investment in the top 10 water and sewage firms has decreased by £5.5bn since 1989. Their retained earnings have dropped by £6.7bn, while dividend payments have…

When will the Northern Lights be visible again? Space forecasters have their say There is no bias in the original title provided. The pink and green strobes of the northern lights could return to UK skies soon, space weather forecasters have said. Also known as aurora borealis, the bands of pink and green light were seen across the UK and in parts of Europe last week after an extreme geomagnetic storm caused them to be more visible, according to the US National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. The latest sun storm activity follows a period of flares and mass ejections of…

Labour plans to ‘simplify’ process to change gender There is no original title provided to identify any biased words or phrases. Labour is set to make it easier to change gender by allowing a single family doctor to sign off on the decision under plans to “simplify” the process. The policy would include scrapping a panel of doctors and lawyers that approve gender recognition certificates to stop the “futile and dehumanising parts” of changing gender. A source said the party wanted to make the process “less medicalised” but added that the plans would retain the involvement of a doctor, as…

Northern Lights: Will you be able to see Aurora Borealis tonight in the UK? Last weekend people across the UK could look up at the sky and see the colourful strobes of the Northern Lights. The rare phenomenon, known as the Aurora Borealis, was captured in photographs taken from across the country including Essex, Suffolk, Whitley Bay and Liverpool. Large swathes of the sky lit up purple and green after a huge geomagnetic storm that sparked the display. However, for those who unfortunately missed the lights, there is still a chance they could see the lights from the comfort of…