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Food prices, empty shelves due to post-Brexit border fees
Trade associations have warned of increased food costs and bare supermarket shelves because new post-Brexit border fees were introduced this month. Beginning on April 30, imports of plant and animal products, including salmon and cheese, that pass through the Port of Dover and Eurotunnel and enter the United Kingdom will be subject to a maximum charge of £145.
Brother of Gaza aid worker criticises Israel armed
Protesting the transfer of arms to Israel, the family of a British aid worker killed in an airstrike in Gaza has spoken out. James Henderson, along with seven other aid workers, perished in the "inexcusable" Israeli assault, as described by his sibling. After the attack, which claimed the lives of Australian, Palestinian, American-Canadian, and Polish nationals in addition to British citizens John Chapman and James Kirby, Rishi Sunak is under increasing pressure.
Latest US sanctions target Zimbabwe’s President Mnangagwa
In March, in response to allegations of human rights violations and corruption, the United States imposed additional sanctions on eight Zimbabwean individuals, including President Emmerson Mnangagwa and his spouse and other officials. Additionally, sanctions were imposed on three companies, citing purported instances of election manipulation, human rights violations, and corruption.
Lord Cameron ruled out Western troops in Ukraine
Lord Cameron has ruled out the deployment of Western troops into Ukraine so as not to provide "a target" for Russian President Vladimir Putin. Foreign Secretary Tillmann acknowledged that "should the allies fail to step up, the war will be lost." However, Lord Cameron responded "no" when asked whether Western nations should deploy troops into Ukraine.
Will massive Israeli protests force Netanyahu out?
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is facing allegations that he prolonged the catastrophic war on Gaza by six months to maintain power, as well as impeding an agreement with Hamas to repatriate Israeli captives from Gaza. Tens of thousands of demonstrators are demanding early elections as they and some Israeli officials grow weary of the prime minister's performance. Wednesday witnessed an increase in the use of force by Israeli security forces to disperse demonstrators in the vicinity of the prime minister's residence.
Mercer’s deadline extended for naming Afghan whistleblowers
The order in question is under review by the chair of the inquiry, who previously deemed the minister's position of "refusing to answer legitimate questions" as "completely unacceptable" and thus filed a challenge against it. Johnny Mercer is exempt from the requirement to submit the identities of individuals who provided him with information regarding purported murders carried out by British special forces in Afghanistan by this coming Friday.
Tayla Vlaeminck shines in Australia’s Bangladesh tour sweep
In the third Twenty20 international, Australia's women's cricket team concluded a successful tour of Bangladesh with a 77-run victory, bolstering Tayla Vlaeminck's return from injury. On Thursday at Sher-e-Bangla Stadium, pace bowler Vlaeminck claimed 3-12 from four overs as Bangladesh were dismissed for 78 after Australia posted 6-155 from 20 overs.
‘I’d love it if he came back’: Hamilton supports Vettel at Mercedes
Lewis Hamilton has expressed confidence in Sebastian Vettel's ability to return to Formula One by assuming his responsibilities at Mercedes following his departure to Ferrari after the current season. Four-time world champion Sebastian Vettel, who retired in 2022, has previously disclosed that he has been in discussions with several teams, including Toto Wolff, the principal of the Mercedes team. Before this weekend's Japanese Grand Prix, Hamilton believed Sebastian Vettel should return to Mercedes for a revival.
NHS doctors lose 13.5M hours annually on computer issues
NHS physicians waste 13.5 million hours annually rebooting computers and staring at loading displays. This is equivalent to employing 8,000 full-time medics for £1 billion. Physicians are concerned that deteriorating IT systems in hospitals and GP offices endanger lives, making access to medication and treatment records difficult or unattainable.
How will Baltimore Key Bridge debris be removed?
A temporary auxiliary channel was established around the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore, where a cargo vessel collided last week, and the initial vessel has now passed through it. Early in the morning of March 26, the Dali container ship collided with the 1.6-mile-long (2.5-kilometer) bridge, resulting in the deaths of six individuals.
Drug developer BenevolentAI faces founder-led board mutiny
After witnessing its shares fall by more than 90%, Ken Mulvany, who established BenevolentAI in 2013, desires to return as executive chairman and remove most of the current board. BenevolentAI, a pharmaceutical developer headquartered in the United Kingdom, is grappling with a boardroom revolt spearheaded by its founder after a decline in its shares since its initial public offering approximately two years ago.
Ultravox’s Chris Cross, who co-wrote Vienna, died
In remembrance of the late Ultravox musician Chris Cross, stage name Chris Allen, Midge Ure and Billy Currie have presided over the tributes. Chris Cross, a member of the Ultravox, has passed away, according to a statement released by his bandmate Midge Ure, who described Cross as "the glue that held the band together." Under the stage name Chris Allen, the musician served as the bass guitarist for the renowned new wave band Vienna, which debuted in 1981.
