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Court proceedings were issued against the MoD in February 2024 by the group, from Plymouth and Scotland, claiming their employer had breached the Human Rights Act. The potential exposure was said to have taken place in…
Read moreHarley says that putting on the gloves for six one-minute rounds is "a bucket list tick", adding "this has never been done before, a council leader boxing for charity at the age of 60". His opponent Shaz Saleem, a former…
Read moreThen, in 2016, came the devastating news that her older sister Becca's breast cancer had not only returned but was incurable. It proved to be life-changing for both siblings, motivating Mel to start a journey in health…
Read more"It was like a lottery of whether your house was going to survive or not." Nineteen homes across five streets in the town were completely destroyed by the fire last week, with eight households left able to view the…
Read moreFocus on what gives return, not on what drains you. Someone close has been challenging your choices, but clear boundaries today bring respect rather than conflict. Set boundaries that suit you from today. Taurus (April…
Read moreThere were some lovely efforts at the World Cup (not least by the co-hosts the USA ), and others more tedious than a 0-0 draw. It's a mixed bag once again. Manchester City have gone with an ombre design , which feels –…
Read moreFor people growing their own fruit and vegetables, it has been a challenging and sometimes surprising season. The Guardian spoke to growers across England about how they are adapting to a hotter, drier climate. 'It's…
Read moreJules and Bob Rogers had both represented Labour as councillors for the Abersychan and Cwmavon ward on Pontypool Community Council. But the local authority has had to declare two vacancies as the couple had not been…
Read moreBut real families are rarely that simple. Over the years, people have told me stories about inheritances , financial help and family decisions that have left siblings feeling grateful, guilty, overlooked or resentful.…
Read moreThe penalty charge notice (PCN) revealed the warden had only observed the car unattended for one minute before handing out the punishment. Despite explaining the situation in person, Zhangyu was told he had to appeal the…
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