UK Airports to Miss Deadline to Eliminate 100ml Liquid Rule
Major UK airports are set to miss the deadline to eliminate the 100ml liquid rule this summer, resulting in holidaymakers having to adhere to the old security regulations during the peak holiday season. Airports such as Heathrow, Gatwick, and Manchester are now expected to have until June of the following year to implement new scanners that would allow passengers to carry up to two litres through security. Learn more about the current restrictions on liquids and the history behind the 100ml rule.
Oxfordshire Weekly Round-up: 23 March – 29 March 2024
Read about the top stories in Oxfordshire this week, including the rescue of cement-covered hedgehogs, the expansion of the UK Space Agency, a star-studded concert lineup at Blenheim Palace, and more.
Fitch Upgrades UK Sovereign Credit Outlook to ‘Stable’
Fitch upgrades UK’s sovereign credit outlook to ‘stable’ from ‘negative’ as economy rebounds, with cautious optimism about inflation and public finances. S&P and Moody’s also maintain stable outlook.
Week of Positive News: Progress in Cancer, Eagles in Cities, and Happiest Countries
This week’s positive news includes a 37% drop in cancer mortality rates in the UK, a remarkable story of triumph over brain cancer, improving air quality in Europe, eagles embracing city life, and the revelation of the ‘happiest’ countries.
UK Flags Not At Half-Mast, X Fact Checks Users Making Kate Middleton Connections
Several social media users posted images of Union Flag flying at half-mast, sparking conspiracy theories connecting it to Kate Middleton. X fact checked the claims, revealing the images are from Queen Elizabeth II’s death in 2022. The Princess of Wales’ absence has fueled theories about her health and marriage, with ‘Kate Middleton Dead’ trending on social media. However, there is no evidence to support such claims, and the Union Jack flies at half-mast only for specific events, none of which occurred on Sunday.
Mission Zero Technologies Secures €25.4 Million in Series A Funding for Carbon Removal Mission
London-based Mission Zero Technologies secures €25.4 million in Series A funding to develop mass deployable direct air capture (DAC) product, aiming to recover 1,000 tonnes of atmospheric CO₂ annually. The urgent need to mitigate climate change has propelled the demand for large-scale CO₂ removal, and Mission Zero is committed to democratizing access to sustainable carbon sources. Their technology is cost-effective, energy efficient, and compatible with renewable energy sources, setting them apart in the direct air capture sector.
Solar Farms Providing Unexpected Benefits for Insects and Biodiversity in the UK
Discover how solar farms in the British landscape are benefiting pollinating insects and helping tackle climate change and loss of biodiversity. Despite controversy over potential food production loss and impact on countryside character, solar parks are proving to be beneficial for bees, butterflies, moths, and hoverflies, providing an oasis of food and nectar unobtainable elsewhere.
UK News Digest: Recession, a Shabby State of Affairs – and a Wait After a Fall
UK Chancellor Rishi Sunak’s promises have largely failed to materialize, with the UK falling into a recession. Labour MP Rachel Reeves demands an explanation, but Sunak and his deputy are absent. Journalist John Crace shares a personal anecdote, and SNP and Conservative MPs walk out during a debate on Gaza, highlighting the challenges in UK politics.
Britain Enters Recession with Worst GDP Performance in Years
Britain has entered a recession with its worst GDP performance in years, as the economy contracted by 0.3% in the final three months of 2023. This news is a setback for Prime Minister Rishi Sunak and could impact the upcoming general election. Despite the recession, finance minister Jeremy Hunt remains optimistic about the economy’s future prospects.
Millions of UK Households Face Energy Bill Increases Due to Heat Network Expansion
Over five million households in the UK are facing the prospect of significant increases in their energy bills as a result of a major network roll-out. The government is aiming to expand the number of heat networks across the country,…