17 h. ago UK experts urge prioritising research into 24 types of deadly pathogen families

UK Health Security Agency’s tool highlights viruses and bacteria, many not yet seen in the country, that could pose biosecurity riskDeadly disease-causing organisms from pathogen families that include bird flu, plague and Ebola pose a threat to health in the UK and should be prioritised for research, government experts have said.The first tool of its kind from the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) lists 24 types of viruses and bacteria where a lack of vaccines, tests and treatment, changes due to the climate crisis or growing drug resistance pose a biosecurity risk. Continue reading...

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69 h. ago Israel strikes southern Lebanon and Gaza amid calls for halt to ‘endless war’

One killed and seven wounded in attack as freed hostages and families of those still held in Gaza urge end to fightingIsrael carried out a strike in Tyre, south Lebanon, on Saturday, killing one and wounding seven people and endangering the shaky truce that ended a year-long conflict against Hezbollah, as 40 survivors of Hamas captivity called on the Israeli government to halt the “endless war”.The strike on a building came after Israel carried out dozens of airstrikes in Lebanon on Saturday, its most intense aerial assault on the country in four months. In total, six people were killed, including a child, and 28 injured, according to Lebanon’s health ministry. Continue reading...

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3 d. ago Families urged to check this one passport detail to avoid travel disaster

There's plenty to be thinking about when getting ready for your next family trip away including shopping, packing and planning so don't let passport drama and mistakes take up any precious room

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4 d. ago Holidaymakers with burgundy passports warned to check one detail before flying

If you still have a red passport, travel experts are warning you to check a crucial date

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4 d. ago Burgundy passport warning as Brits urged to make major check before summer

Travel experts are warning the millions of Brits still carrying burgundy passports to check for one thing ahead of any upcoming flights

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4 d. ago Travellers warned to avoid common mistake that causes 'big delays' at airports

Overhead compartments can cause chaos if not used correctly, and it's one of the most avoidable causes of frustration and delay in the airport, according to travel experts

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6 d. ago Storm Laurence batters Canary Islands as holidaymakers warned 'do not travel'

The Government has advised people to avoid unnecessary travel and to monitor traffic conditions during the storm.

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6 d. ago Families urged to use product in hotel bed for better night's sleep on holiday

It's great news for tired travellers with news of a new hack that you can add to your hotel bed, or use when travelling, to create your best sleep away from home yet

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8 d. ago The popular tourist destination where you're most likely to get scammed revealed

A popular European destination has been named by Go.compare as the top hotspot for tourist scams, with more than one million visitors reported to have fallen victim to fraudulent activity. 

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8 d. ago Families urged to come up with codeword to protect from criminals

The simple system can prevent criminals from targeting you and your children

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1 week ago Nancy Pelosi calls Republican funding bill ‘a devastating assault’ on working families as Schumer urges Democratic backing – live

At least eight Senate Democrats need to vote with Republicans to advance bill ahead of midnight deadline to fund governmentDemocrats at odds over Republican bill to fund government operationsDanish foreign minister Lars Løkke Rasmussen rejected on Friday president Donald Trump’s latest remarks about annexing Greenland, saying the Danish autonomous island could not be taken over by another country.“If you look at the Nato treaty, the UN charter or international law, Greenland is not open to annexation,” he told reporters, according to Agence France-Presse (AFP). Continue reading...

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1 week ago Council leader urges South Lanarkshire families to check if they qualify for School Clothing Grant

The Early Years Clothing Grant was introduced by the Labour-led administration, but this year it will rise to £150 in line with the School Clothing Grant for primary school-aged children.

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1 week ago Rethinking overtourism: Expert panel discuss how to travel more responsibly – and avoid the crowds

The Independent’s latest virtual event focused on overtourism, exploring how to make your holiday more sustainable.

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1 week ago Cruise expert warns holidaymakers to avoid one thing in first few hours of trip

Cruises can be incredibly convenient, with everything you need being on board. But it's still easy for passengers to miss out on some of the best features of a ship

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3 w. ago Families urged to take care in these holiday hotspots for crime

Holiday scammers have stolen more than £11 million from Brits last year alone so experts are warning families where to best avoid if you're looking to stay safe and away from travel scam areas

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3 w. ago Rethinking overtourism: Join our free travel event for holiday tips to help you dodge the crowds

Join Justin Francis OBE, co-founder of Responsible Travel, with The Independent’s Ben Parker and Annabel Grossman for a discussion on making tourism more sustainable

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3 w. ago Charity Children First urging families to call support line for free expert advice if they have money worries

With one-in-four children living in poverty across Scotland, the national children’s charity is recommending struggling families seek support - and not to suffer in silence.

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3 w. ago Charity urging families in West Lothian to call for free expert advice if they have money worries

With one in four children living in poverty across Scotland, Scotland’s national children’s charity is recommending struggling families seek support and do not suffer in silence.

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3 w. ago Moroccan King urges people against sacrificing sheep for Eid

King Mohammed VI made a rare break with tradition by urging families to forego buying sheep

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4 w. ago Parents warned as deadline confirmed for new free childcare hours

Eligible families are urged to “take advantage of the scheme”

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