UN experts raise concerns over homes rented out by English social landlord

A recent report by Dame Elish Angiolini reveals that a quarter of police forces in England and Wales have not implemented basic policies for investigating sexual offences, highlighting ongoing failures in protecting women since the murder of Sarah Everard in 2021.

A recent UN report indicates that the rise of artificial intelligence (AI) could exacerbate global inequality, leading to a 'great divergence' where developed nations benefit significantly while others lag behind. This warning highlights the potential economic disparities that AI technology may create among states.

The United Nations has announced plans to reduce its 2026 budget by $577 million, which will involve cutting nearly 20% of its workforce. This decision comes amid rising unpaid member dues, which have reached a staggering $1.59 trillion.

The Philharmonia Orchestra's recent performance at the Royal Festival Hall in London featured the UK premiere of Fazil Say's piano concerto, Mother Earth, alongside works by Sibelius and Dvorak. The concert highlighted themes of nature and showcased the orchestra's versatility under the direction of conductor Santtu-Matias Rouvali.

The UK Labour government has announced a comprehensive action plan to eliminate new HIV cases in England by 2030, which includes routine testing for HIV at Accident and Emergency (A&E) departments. This initiative, set to be detailed on World Aids Day, aims to re-engage individuals who have disengaged from HIV care and includes a £170 million funding package for opt-out testing in high-prevalence areas such as London and Manchester.

Retired UK detective Hugh Hughes believes that Ivan Milat, convicted of murdering seven people, may have had additional victims, including a family member of his wife, Keren Rowland. This assertion comes as a New South Wales inquiry into unsolved murders invites public submissions, potentially reopening discussions on Milat's criminal history.

A Green-party globalist and a right-of-centre Tory engage in a discussion over immigration and reparations, highlighting their differing perspectives during a dinner conversation. Peter, a 34-year-old former civil servant and current public health student from London, expresses his initial nervousness about the encounter, fearing potential confrontation over his views.