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A Black Lives Matters protest in London regarding Chris Kaba.
Looks like the white, middle class organisers forget to invite any black people.
In the wake of death of UK political prisoner, Peter Lynch, who was fast tracked into prison for essentially shouting in the street.
The grandfather was ultimately sentenced to death.
Pakistani family who attacked police at Manchester Airport, STILL haven't even been charged.
Tiny ‘Black Lives Matter’ crowd gathers outside the Old Bailey courtrooms to protest the not guilty verdict of the police officer who shot violent criminal Chris Kaba.
Kaba rammed his car repeatedly into armed police officers’ cars.
BLM is finished in the UK.
UK public borrowing exceeds official forecast in September
Government borrowing overshot official projections in September, which is a sign of the difficult fiscal position that the Chancellor faces as she puts the finishing touches on her first tax and spending budget.
November 6, 2026
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What’s the Latest: Health Canada approves Moderna’s combined COVID, flu shot for some
Health Canada approved Moderna’s combined influenza and COVID-19 vaccine, as well as its mRNA flu vaccine, for use among adults aged 50 and older. This makes Canada the first country to approve both vaccines, which were confirmed for use following recent authorisations in the United States and Europe.
Health Canada will engage with Canadian health authorities and immunisation partners to determine the future availability of mFLUSIVA and mCOFLU for adults aged 50 and over. Canada is the first country to approve both the mRNA flu vaccine and the combined influenza and COVID-19 vaccine.
Health Canada has approved Moderna’s combined influenza and COVID-19 vaccine, mCOFLU, and its standalone flu shot, mFLUSIVA, for adults aged 50 and over. Moderna will collaborate with Canadian health authorities to determine the future availability of these vaccines in the market.
What remains unclear — It is uncertain when the combined influenza and COVID-19 vaccines will be available to Canadians aged 50 and older.
Health Canada approves Moderna’s combined flu and COVID-19 vaccine for adults over 50
Health Canada has approved two vaccines from Moderna: the combined influenza and COVID-19 vaccine, mCOFLU, and the mRNA flu vaccine, mFLUSIVA. These shots are authorised for use among adults aged 50 and older, expanding options for seasonal respiratory protection.
Moderna stated that the approval marks a significant milestone, with CEO Stéphane Bancel commenting, “Health Canada’s authorisations of mFLUSIVA and mCOFLU today mark another important step in bringing the benefits of mRNA technology to seasonal respiratory vaccination.” Canada is the first country to approve both vaccines, following their earlier approvals in the United States and Europe.
The timeline for when Canadians over 50 can receive these vaccines remains unspecified. Moderna indicated it would collaborate with Canadian health authorities to facilitate future availability. WTX News has sought additional information from the company concerning market rollout.
Experts highlight the advantages of mRNA vaccines over traditional flu vaccines, noting their capacity for rapid response. According to the Vanderbilt University Medical Center, “After injection, the cells in your arm muscles pick up the mRNA, make the protein, and display it on the cell’s surface,” enhancing immunity.
Furthermore, the National Advisory Committee on Immunization has recommended that everyone from six months of age should receive this year’s non-mRNA flu shot. A higher-dose flu vaccine is advised for adults over 65, who often need a stronger immune response due to natural age-related decline. The committee also advocates COVID-19 vaccination for individuals aged 65 and older and residents in care facilities.
November 6, 2026
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November 6, 2026
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Get you up to speed: Iran War Updates: Trump touts imminent decision on new U.S. strikes, keeping up threats, but also diplomacy
Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps reported that two oil tankers struck mines and caught fire in or near the Strait of Hormuz, following claims of similar incidents involving five other tankers. The IRGC stated that the tankers had deactivated their navigation systems and attempted to use unauthorized routes before being immobilised by the mines.
No confirmation of the tanker incidents has been provided by maritime officials. The U.K. naval agency reported at least 30 attacks on commercial vessels in the region in October, marking a record high for that month.
Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps claimed that two oil tankers struck mines near the Strait of Hormuz, alleging their navigation systems had been deactivated and linking the incident to U.S. military support. Meanwhile, a U.K. naval agency has highlighted an alarming trend, reporting a record high of at least 30 attacks on commercial vessels in October alone, prompting ongoing U.S. military escort operations to enhance shipping safety in the region.
What remains unclear — The official number of incidents involving oil tankers in or near the Strait of Hormuz has not been confirmed by maritime officials.
Trump announces decision on new U.S. strikes amid Iran’s tanker incidents
Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps said in a statement carried by state media Friday that two oil tankers hit mines and caught fire in or near the Strait of Hormuz, a day after Tehran claimed five other tankers had met similar fates.
“Two violating oil tankers — one east of the Strait of Hormuz and the other within the Strait itself — that attempted to transit via an unauthorized route struck mines,” the IRGC said in a statement, according to state news outlets.
“These two tankers had deactivated all their navigation and identification systems. Supported by the aggressive and terrorist U.S. military, they attempted to exit the Strait of Hormuz via an unauthorized path; however, upon striking mines, they caught fire and were immobilized,” the statement said.
On Thursday, Iranian media reported that five oil tankers and a tugboat caught fire in the Strait of Hormuz in similar incidents.
There has been no confirmation of any of the incidents from maritime officials, and President Trump has accused Iran of making up such attacks to drive up global energy prices.
A U.K. naval agency said earlier this week, however, that despite repeated assurances from the U.S. that shipping lanes through the strait are open and safe, there were at least 30 attacks on commercial vessels in the region during October alone, a record high.
Since the war began with joint U.S.-Israeli strikes on Iran on Feb. 28, Tehran has sought to control traffic through the strait, a key passage through which, before the war, about a fifth of global crude oil supplies would typically pass. In response, the U.S. imposed a blockade on Iranian ports.
The U.S. military has escorted tankers through the strait, which, along with other routes has helped bring shipments from the Gulf back up to or at least near to pre-war levels, but ships continue coming under attack.
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