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SkyNews @skynewsrss.bsky.social · Feb 15

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SkyNews @skynewsrss.bsky.social · Mar 26

Assisted dying in doubt as rollout could be delayed until at least 2029

Assisted dying in doubt as rollout could be delayed until at least 2029

A Liberal Democrat MP warns the delay could push assisted dying legislation beyond the next general election - meaning it could be "abandoned altogether".

SkyNews @skynewsrss.bsky.social · Mar 26

'Worst ever' wildfires rage in South Korea, killing at least 18 people

'Worst ever' wildfires rage in South Korea, killing at least 18 people

South Korea's acting president Han Duck-soo says the damage is "snowballing" - with a 1,300-year-old temple among the buildings destroyed.

SkyNews @skynewsrss.bsky.social · Mar 26

The new rules facing European nationals who want to visit UK

Everything you need to know about the UK's new Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA)

Many people travelling to the UK already need to apply for the Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) - but the scheme is being extended.

SkyNews @skynewsrss.bsky.social · Mar 26

Sarah Everard's parents call for tougher sentences for violent criminals

Sarah Everard's parents call for tougher sentences for violent criminals

Jeremy and Susan Everard are part of a new group called Justice for Victims, which says it has formed because of concerns that serious criminals are escaping proper punishment.

SkyNews @skynewsrss.bsky.social · Mar 26

Prince Harry 'in shock' as he quits charity that he set up in honour of Diana

Prince Harry 'in shock' as he quits Sentebale charity set up in honour of Princess Diana

The prince was in Lesotho to see the charity's work a few months ago but now he says he has no choice but to part ways.

SkyNews @skynewsrss.bsky.social · Mar 25

Trump urged to fire defence secretary after leaking of military plans

Donald Trump urged to fire US defence secretary Pete Hegseth after leaking of military plans

The US president has attempted to downplay the leak of US airstrikes on Yemen's Houtis to a journalist via the Signal messaging app, suggesting the chat among high-ranking officials contained "no classified information".

SkyNews @skynewsrss.bsky.social · Mar 25

Reeves expected to announce further welfare cuts in spring statement

Chancellor Rachel Reeves expected to announce further welfare cuts in spring statement

Ministers are scrambling to find further welfare savings after the budget watchdog said last week's package would save £1.6bn less than ministers thought.

SkyNews @skynewsrss.bsky.social · Mar 25

Insufficient evidence to prosecute farmer after cows trampled rambler, inquest hears

Insufficient evidence to prosecute farmer after cows trampled rambler to death in Northumberland, inquest hears

After two walkers were attacked by cows in 2019, farmer Robert Scott erected warning signs. But an inquest has heard that, a year later, Malcolm Flynn suffered fatal injuries when cattle charged and trampled him near Gilsland.

SkyNews @skynewsrss.bsky.social · Mar 25

Peace, but at what price? Actions will matter more than words

Peace, but at what price? Actions will matter more than words

Analysing the substance of the US-brokered agreement between Russia and Ukraine requires a sifting of the spin from all sides.

SkyNews @skynewsrss.bsky.social · Mar 25

Spring statement: Reeves can make decisions on cuts without too much fallout for now - but worse could come

Spring statement: Rachel Reeves can make decisions on spending cuts without too much fallout for now - but worse could be yet to come

The chancellor is expected to announce a raft of cuts six months on from her October budget. And in six months' time, she may well have to come back for more in the form of tax rises or deeper cuts.

SkyNews @skynewsrss.bsky.social · Mar 25

Senedd votes to restrict supermarket meal deals in Wales

Meal deals: Politicians vote to restrict multi-buy promotions in Wales

Free re-fills and top-ups of sugary drinks will also be curtailed under the newly-passed legislation.

SkyNews @skynewsrss.bsky.social · Mar 25

Bird flu has potential to become pandemic, says UK expert

H5N1 strain of bird flu has potential to become pandemic, says UK expert

The infection was detected in a single sheep in Yorkshire on Monday and, while bird flu does not spread easily to people, the UKHSA has ranked the H5N1 strain as an "emerging infection" in England.

SkyNews @skynewsrss.bsky.social · Mar 25

Oasis fans may have been misled, watchdog says as it calls for Ticketmaster changes

Oasis fans may have been misled, watchdog says as it calls for Ticketmaster changes

Ticketmaster labelled some seated tickets as "platinum" and sold them for nearly 2.5 times the price of equivalent standard tickets, and there were two categories of standing tickets at different prices, leaving many fans paying a higher price than they expected.

SkyNews @skynewsrss.bsky.social · Mar 25

Container ship involved in North Sea crash to be towed to Scotland

Solong container ship involved in North Sea crash to be towed to Scotland

The crash ruptured containers on the Solong and thousands of plastic pellets, called nurdles, have been washing up on beaches on the Norfolk coast, where a clean-up operation is ongoing.

SkyNews @skynewsrss.bsky.social · Mar 25

Corbyn brands benefit cuts a 'disgrace' and says many Labour MPs are 'upset'

Jeremy Corbyn brands benefit cuts a 'disgrace' and says many Labour MPs are 'upset'

The former Labour leader said the spring statement is an opportunity for Rachel Reeves to reverse her spending cuts and impose a wealth tax instead - accusing Labour of imposing austerity on the country.

SkyNews @skynewsrss.bsky.social · Mar 25

UK's fiscal position as tight as ever but expect a different focus in spring statement

UK's fiscal position as tight as ever but expect a different focus from Rachel Reeves at the spring statement

Expect a shift away from talking about green tech like wind and solar power to the defence sector from Chancellor Rachel Reeves.

SkyNews @skynewsrss.bsky.social · Mar 25

Families pay tribute to teenagers killed in motorbike crash

Wrexham: Families pay tribute to teenagers killed in motorbike crash

Owen Aaran Jones, 19, and Adam Watkiss-Thomas, 18, died after the crash involving a yellow Honda 125cc motorcycle in the New Broughton area.

SkyNews @skynewsrss.bsky.social · Mar 25

King and Queen's state visit to Vatican postponed as Pope recovers from illness, palace says

King and Queen's state visit to Vatican postponed as Pope recovers from illness, palace says

Tuesday 25 March 2025 17:07, UK

SkyNews @skynewsrss.bsky.social · Mar 25

Newborn baby's body found in bag in Notting Hill

Newborn baby's body found in bag outside church in Notting Hill

Tuesday 25 March 2025 17:05, UK

SkyNews @skynewsrss.bsky.social · Mar 25

Grandparents of toddler whose remains were found in French Alps are arrested on suspicion of murder

Emile Soleil: Grandparents of French toddler whose remains were found in French Alps are arrested on suspicion of murder

The two-year-old's remains were discovered eight months after he was last seen walking near his grandparents' house in July 2023.

SkyNews @skynewsrss.bsky.social · Mar 25

Pizza Hut franchisee accused of 'wage theft' as workers stage protest

Pizza Hut franchisee in Scotland accused of 'wage theft' as workers stage protest

Glenshire Group said it is "absolutely committed to robust employment practices" and is "very much listening" to colleagues to understand where there are concerns and how to swiftly resolve them.

SkyNews @skynewsrss.bsky.social · Mar 25

Five lions rescued from Ukraine are welcomed to new 'forever home' in UK

Five lions rescued from Ukraine are welcomed to new 'forever home' in UK

One of the lions was unable to stand because of severe concussion caused by shell shock during the conflict - while another was rescued from a flat where she was being kept as a family pet.

SkyNews @skynewsrss.bsky.social · Mar 25

RAF engineers who stole Paddington Bear statue 'antithesis' of everything he stands for, judge says

RAF engineers who stole Paddington Bear statue 'antithesis' of everything he stands for, judge says

Daniel Heath and William Lawrence, both 22-year-old engineers at RAF Odiham in Hampshire, had been drinking when they damaged the statue at 2am after a night out in Newbury, Berkshire, on 2 March.

SkyNews @skynewsrss.bsky.social · Mar 25

What is in the Black Sea ceasefire deal?

What is in the Black Sea ceasefire deal between Russia and Ukraine?

The deal is back on, according to the US and Ukraine, after Russia pulled out of the UN-backed agreement in July 2023.

SkyNews @skynewsrss.bsky.social · Mar 25

Former footballer Joey Barton found guilty of assaulting his wife

Former footballer Joey Barton found guilty of assaulting his wife

Tuesday 25 March 2025 15:54, UK