Sky News’ deputy political editor Sam Coates and Politico’s Jack Blanchard share their daily guide to the day ahead in politics in under 20 minutes. Two important summits this week – one the prime minister is at, one he isn’t. Sir Keir Starmer is in Samoa for a Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM), but … Read more
US actor Ron Ely, known for his role as Tarzan in the 1960s TV show of the same name, has passed away at the age of 86. “My dad, one of the greatest men the world has ever known, has left us,” shared the actor’s daughter Kirsten Casale Ely on Instagram. Tarzan aired on NBC … Read more
Trafford’s planning committee approved the change of use of the vacant Curzon Cinema in Urmston by the Christian Revival Church (CRC). CRC will now create a mixed-use auditorium and events space for community, educational purposes, and a place of worship along with offices and a coffee shop. There will be various external alterations to the … Read more
Democratic Senate candidates in key “blue wall” states crucial to the 2024 election are distancing themselves from Vice President Harris in an effort to appeal to former President Trump’s supporters and secure their seats. During high-stakes debates, these candidates have avoided direct criticism of Trump, instead focusing on policy issues and their own accomplishments. Pennsylvania … Read more
For the eleventh year, October 23rd marks International Snow Leopard Day. Only 3,500 to 7,000 of the beautiful speckled cats, listed as vulnerabel by the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN), remain. The snow leopard lives in 12 of the most mountainous countries in the world — Afghanistan, Bhutan, China, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, India, Mongolia, … Read more
Boeing workers who are on strike have turned down a new offer from the company, which included a 35% pay increase over four years. The International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers (IAM) union stated that 64% of its striking members voted against the proposed deal. Over 30,000 of Boeing’s employees have joined the strike, … Read more
Andrew Western relaunched the annual competition on a trip to Barton Clough Primary School on Audley Avenue on Friday. Mr Western is running the contest for the second time since he became the MP for Stretford and Urmston in a by-election around two years ago. His predecessor Kate Green, now the Deputy Mayor of Greater … Read more
Popular activities for the fall include apple and pumpkin picking, as well as conquering a challenging corn maze with friends and family. Many places in the U.S. take pride in their corn mazes, offering intricate designs and multi-level challenges suitable for all ages. Below, you can find a list of popular corn mazes in the … Read more
Germany has pledged an additional €60 million ($64.7 million) in humanitarian aid to Lebanon, with Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock warning that the conflict between Israel and Hezbollah could result in the “complete destabilization” of the country. German Chancellor Olaf Scholz announced the support on Wednesday during a phone call with Lebanese caretaker Prime Minister Najib … Read more
A twelfth monkey has died at a Hong Kong zoo, with tests currently being conducted to determine if it succumbed to the same bacterial infection that killed 11 other monkeys in the past 10 days. The De Brazza’s monkey had been in isolation since 13 October when the first eight deaths were reported. Autopsies revealed … Read more