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Soho’s secret food hall next to a London Underground station

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Right next to Tottenham Court Road station is one of London’s best kept secrets, hidden in plain sight.

Assisted Dying Bill formally introduced to House of Commons: An interview with Marie Curie

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A bill to legalise assisted dying for terminally ill adults in England and Wales has been formally introduced in the House of Commons. MP’s are set to hold their first debate on the bill on November 29th, where they will be given a free vote on the bill, meaning they can vote individually. <br />Whilst the full text of the End-of-Life bill has not yet been published, the title states that, should the bill be passed, it will, quote, ‘allow adults who are terminally ill, subject to safeguards and protections, to request and be provided with assistance to end their own life.’ More details on the bill are set to be published in the coming weeks before the Commons debate.

Light Night Leeds 2024 HighLIGHTS

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Take a look at some of the brilliant lights and sights of Light Night Leeds 2024.

The celebrities and famous faces we’ve lost in 2024

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From music, to politics, stage and screen to broadcasting, deaths of those in the public eye can have a huge impact on us as those we've idolised pass before their time or come to the end of their life.

Liam Payne: More information from officials and funeral details

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Now, information from Argentinian emergency services has been revealed giving us a clearer picture of what happened regarding Liam Payne’s death.

‘It felt like a real gut-punch’: People of London remember celebrities passing after Liam Payne’s fatal fall

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We ask Londoners if they remember celebrities passing away, and the mark the news left.

One Direction’s Liam Payne dies aged 31

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Liam Payne fell from a third floor hotel balcony to his death in Buenos Aires, Argentina, local police report.

Best and worst motorways according to driver satisfaction revealed

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Motorists rated the M42 as the worst motorway in the UK, while drivers have a much better time travelling on the M40, scoring that as the best.

London Underground workers set to strike

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Aslef has announced Underground workers are set to strike in November.

How does the current state of the criminal justice system make you feel?

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How does the current state of the criminal justice system make you feel about safety and justice in our community? Do you think it's doing as intended to protect those who need it most?

Stephen Graham joins cast of Peaky Blinders movie

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A major casting announcement for the highly anticipated Peaky Blinders movie. Line of Duty's Stephen Graham is set to join a star-studded ensemble. We'll have the latest on the production. Plus, an exciting new mural in Digbeth paying homage to the Peaky Blinders legacy.

Labour 100 Days in office: “Things have not gone according to plan”

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Politics expert Dr Steve McCabe gives his analysis on Labour’s first one hundred days in office.

Explainer: What have Labour achieved in their first 100 days?

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Environmental recovery, social justice and environmental action have been the major pledges of the new administration.

The impact of rising crime rates against the night time industries

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Rising rates of drug offences, spiking, violence, and arrests for being drunk and disorderly mean workers in the nighttime economy, and the businesses they work for, are affected.

Theft, abuse and violence: The scourge of nuisance behaviour and crimes against taxi drivers

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Taxi drivers are reporting an increase in attacks, theft, passengers not paying fares, and damage to their vehicles.

Dine and dash: Almost a third say incidents of customers leaving restaurants without paying has gone up

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UKHospitality has found a third of operators have recently experienced an incident of ‘dine and dash’, with those affected reporting an increase in incidents since last year.

‘Shame on Labour!’: Pensioners protest at Parliament over cuts to winter fuel allowance

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Pensioners are telling Keir Starmer to “let it go” and get rid of plans to cut winter fuel allowance.

Only 12% of children get their five a day

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Only 12% of children get their five a day - How do you feel knowing that so few children are eating enough fruits and vegetables, and what impact do you think that has on their health and future?

Winter fuel payments: Who is still eligible to claim the government support?

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Around 11.5 million people currently claim winter fuel payments - even after the cut, more than 1.5m people will be entitled to them.

Oasis’ 10 Years of Noise and Confusion Tour in 2001 at Glasgow’s Barrowlands

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We spoke to John Paul Mason, rep for King Tut’s the venue in Glasgow where Oasis were discovered in 1993. JP attended their 2001 gig at the Barrowlands Ballroom where he queued over night for tickets.

The story of Oasis being discovered at Glasgow’s King Tut’s Wah Wah Hut

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We sat down with John Paul Mason, music lover and rep for King Tut’s Wah Wah Hut in Glasgow City Centre, the very place Alan McGee discovered Oasis in 1993 and offered them a record deal.

TGI Friday’s: Which branches will be closing after rescue deal reached?

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2,400 staff members at the American chain will be kept on, but more than a thousand will be made redundant.

Nuisance Behaviour and ASBO Issues: Erdington Locals Speak Out

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We visit Erdington - impacted by low-level nuisance behaviour and ASBO issues, capturing the reality of the problem through visuals of litter, graffiti, and vandalism. Speaking with locals, we explore how these issues have affected their daily lives and what more could be done by authorities to resolve them. Has their area seen improvement, or does more need to be done?

Energy price cap rise: How much will the average household bill now be?

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The energy price cap has gone up once more but how is it due to impact you, and just how much will bills rise by?

London’s spookiest spots for Halloween: Parkland walk

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We head down to London’s abandoned railway, as one of the spookiest places in the capital this Halloween

London Cocktail Week: Everything you need to know

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Londoners will be able to try some of the city’s finest cocktails for under a tenner this week.

Winter health: Who is most at-risk and eligible for a flu vaccine on the NHS?

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Pharmacists are urging patients of all ages and ethnicities to get jabbed amid ‘triple-demic’ virus fears.

The author of The Sunday Times Good University Guide talks challenges faced by students.

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The new guide is out now.

Oasis reflections at The Vinyl Whistle Record Store Leeds

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Neil Westwater and Adam White from The Vinyl Whistle Record Store in Headingley reflect on the impact of Oasis ahead of the band's reunion.

“Knife crime is just fashion”: Anti-knife crime campaigner as zombie knife ban looms

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The prime minister has pledged to double down on knife crime. They're now considering a further ban on ninja swords as well as legislation designed to make it harder for potential offenders to buy dangerous weapons online.

Over 1,000 knives and guns destroyed in recent weapon bin initiative

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The police continue their battle against knife crime in the West Midlands. The Police and Crime Commissioner, Simon Foster, is set to join local officers as they empty a weapon surrender bin, highlighting the region's efforts to reduce dangerous weapons on the streets.

Airfryers: Top tips and tricks with an Instagram Chef

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According to research, more than half of UK households now own an Airfryer. Ownership of the money-saving and time-saving devices has increased by 70% since 2022. And with it being heralded as the most popular kitchen gadget of 2023, it seems households are continuing their efforts to save energy and bypass the use of their oven. In light of a cost of living crisis, it’s reported that the money-saving elements of the device is appealing to Brits. In fact, according to research by Utilita Energy, airfryers run at an average cost of £55 a year, whilst a standard electric cooker runs at around £335 a year. Rebecca of @HealthyAirfryerRecipess told me a bit more about this topic.

Coldplay announce 2025 Wembley dates

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Coldplay have confirmed they will take over Wembley Stadium for a summer residency next year - here’s everything you need to know about bagging tickets.

People on the street: How to reform the NHS

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With Labour promising to reform the NHS over the coming years, we went out onto the streets of Manchester to ask people what changes they thought needed to be made, and what their view of the NHS was.

NHS News: Junior doctors accept new pay deal and 230,000 clinical negligence cases reported in NHS in 2023

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Junior doctors in England have voted to accept a new pay deal from the government. This means that a doctor starting NHS foundation training will now be on a wage of £36,600 a year. As the National Health Service is set to face upcoming winter pressure, earlier this month, PM Sir Keir Starmer promised to draw up a new 10-year plan for the health service, as he said there will be no extra NHS funding without reform.

People of London: ‘I’m so grateful for the NHS’

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With NHS reform promised, we ask Londoners how they feel about the UK’s public health service.

Leeds food recycling and brown bin expansion plans

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Thousands more households in Leeds could get a brown bin under possible changes to food waste recycling.

James Cleverly now clear favourite to be Conservative Party leader

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Analysis by Dr Steve McCabe.

University: Are some universities predicting a deficit?

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Why are Universities asking for funding help from the Government?

Many of our high streets are struggling. Some suggest filling empty units in town centres with NHS services?

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Many of our high streets are struggling. Some suggest filling empty units in town centres with NHS services. We ask members of the public how they feel about this. <br />

Take a look inside an easyJet cockpit

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On an easyJet flight from Luton Airport to Amsterdam, the plane was stuck on the tarmac for an hour - and so the pilot allowed passengers to see inside the cockpit.

University News: Some students see class and staff cuts

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Why are some UK Universities asking for funding aid from the Government?

Half of Britain’s fish and chip shops could close in 2024

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Many take-away businesses are struggling with rising prices.

Manor House Hotel Otley to be converted into homes

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Plans to convert a derelict former pub in Otley into two homes have been approved.

Food nostalgia in Leeds City Centre

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Which foods do you miss most from your childhood and what sort of meals did you grow up eating that you don’t often have anymore?

The best ways to get into Manchester from Rochdale

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With the rebuilding of a railway bridge over the M62 leading to the cancellation of all trains between Rochdale and Manchester until the end of this month, here is a quick video on the best ways to get into the city using alternative transport.<br />

Survey finds Britain may be more inclusive in attitudes towards what it means to be British

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Alex Scholes is one of NatCen's senior social researchers, to find out more about the report's findings and what they mean.

The origins of Manchester’s Northern Quarter

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The Northern Quarter has long been at the centre of Manchester’s social scene, but what are the origins of the city’s cultural capital?

Are we proud to be British?

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Following a survey that found Britain’s national pride is at an all time low, we asked members of the public what national pride means to them, and if they’re proud to be British.

Actor Idris Elba teams up with Keir Starmer to tackle knife crime

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The Luther star is part of a coalition including experts and families of knife crime victims, to help tackle the issue.