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UK euthanasia, assisted suicide laws explained, legalisation debated
Medically assisted death, or euthanasia, is currently prohibited in the United Kingdom and the British Isles as a whole. However, this could soon change. At present, individuals who administer euthanasia or provide medical care may be prosecuted for manslaughter or homicide.
Increasing hunger: Argentine soup kitchens fight Milei’s cuts
Despite the unusually high temperature on a Friday morning, the queue in front of the communal soup kitchen in Merlo, an Argentine municipality on the outskirts of Buenos Aires, is exceptionally long, stretching one block. Some individuals in the queue are first-timers, nervously holding empty plastic containers. Many are employed, but for some, the rice stew provided by the soup kitchen may be their only meal of the day.
Leeds fan hospitalized after falling celebrating goal
Chelsea and Leeds United have both confirmed that an "incident" occurred. Content on social media suggests a Leeds supporter fell from the upper tier of a corner seat in the Shed End to the vacant seats below. A Leeds United supporter was taken to hospital after falling from the upper tier while celebrating a goal against Chelsea at Stamford Bridge.
Canada’s assisted dying laws criticized as ‘slippery slope’
Canada, out of all the countries that have legalised assisted dying, has adopted the most radical approach. Those opposed to the legislation have referred to it as an example of how the anticipated addition of further eligibility criteria could lead to a "slippery slope." In 2016, Canada decriminalised assisted suicide following a Supreme Court decision.
Tories consider eliminating non-dom tax status
The Chancellor is considering the possibility of eliminating the tax status enjoyed by British citizens whose fiscal domicile is outside the country. Often referred to as "non-doms," non-domiciled individuals pay UK tax only on income earned in the country. They are exempt from paying tax to the United Kingdom on income earned abroad.
Hairy Bikers actor Dave Myers, 66, passes away
Myers disclosed his cancer diagnosis for the first time in May 2022, and he subsequently completed chemotherapy. Si King, his co-star, remarked that he would "miss him daily." Dave Myers, who appeared on Hairy Bikers, passed away at the age of 66, less than two years after disclosing his cancer prognosis. Si King, a fellow chef and co-host, stated that he was present when Myers passed away "peacefully at home" on 28 February.
US investor to save Rochdale from liquidation
An American investor is anticipated to avert the prospect of liquidation for Rochdale. Following their announcement that they may cease operations, the National League club has been inundated with numerous approaches and has decided to enter a period of exclusivity with a single bidder.
Overhaul police vetting, Everard’s killer unfit
Police vetting "repeatedly disregarded" red flags, according to the investigation. Additionally, it uncovered evidence that Couzens had committed a "very serious sexual assault against a child" prior to beginning his career as a police officer. Wayne Couzens should never have been a police officer, according to an investigation into the rape and murder of Sarah Everard. To prevent "another Couzens operating in plain sight," police recruitment must undergo a "radical overhaul."
Bitcoin nears $60k, 2024 surge reasons, future high?
Tuesday's price of bitcoin surpassed $57,000 due to a record number of transactions involving spot exchange-traded funds that were recently introduced. Bitcoin is currently trading at its highest dollar price since November 2021, assisting in the rally of other major cryptocurrencies, including Ethereum, whose price surpassed $3,000 on Tuesday, the highest since April 2022.
Virgin Radio weekend host Graham Norton to quit
Prior to joining Virgin Radio, the presenter had spent ten years on the airwaves during her thirteen-year tenure with Radio 2. Graham Norton has decided to resign from his position as the weekend presenter of Virgin Radio. Norton delivered the unexpected announcement on Saturday morning, informing his audience of his desire to reclaim his "weekends" after thirteen years of radio hosting.
NASA’s Odysseus lunar craft tips over after moon landing fail
The first privately-owned spacecraft to land on the moon has “tipped over on its side,” but NASA confirms that the ...
Belgian boy, 13, cured of deadly brain cancer
A 13-year-old Belgian boy has been cured of a fatal form of brain cancer, becoming the first in the world to do so. Lucas Jemeljanova was six years old when he was diagnosed with diffuse intrinsic pontine glioma (DIPG), an exceptionally rare and mercilessly aggressive brain tumour that claims the lives of 98% of its victims within five years.