UK did 'too little, too late', leading to thousands more Covid deaths, says inquiry

Record numbers of overseas-trained doctors are leaving the UK, with a 26% increase in departures in 2024 compared to the previous year. A total of 4,880 doctors who qualified abroad left the UK, raising concerns about potential workforce gaps in the NHS. Medical bodies attribute this exodus to rising hostility towards migrants.

The first Test of the Ashes series between Australia and England commenced in Perth, marking the return of this historic cricket rivalry after a hiatus of 842 days. The match began at 10:20 AM local time, with various predictions and analyses from cricket writers highlighting the significance of this event. The anticipation surrounding the series has been palpable, with both teams eager to assert their dominance.

The former leader of Reform UK in Wales has admitted to accepting bribes linked to pro-Russian activities. The politician is set to be sentenced on Friday, following revelations from WhatsApp messages that exposed the bribery scheme.

Experts recommend changing clinical guidelines to stop prescribing Prozac for children, as research indicates it offers no clinical benefit for treating depression in young people. The World Health Organization reports that one in seven adolescents globally suffers from a mental health condition, with significant rates of anxiety and depression observed in the UK among teenagers and younger children.

A fire broke out during the COP30 climate talks in Brazil, prompting an evacuation of the event. BBC Climate Editor Justin Rowlatt reported from the scene, where huge columns of smoke were visible. The incident affected thousands of attendees at the UN-organized summit, which aims to address global climate issues.

New ice warnings have been issued across Scotland, England, and Wales for Friday, with the coldest night of the week anticipated on Thursday. Authorities are urging residents to exercise caution due to the expected hazardous conditions.

The UK is undergoing significant changes to its immigration system, described as the most extensive asylum reforms in modern history. These changes aim to reshape the legal migration framework, impacting how asylum seekers are processed and the benefits available to migrants. The reforms are part of a broader strategy to manage immigration more effectively.

An inquiry into the UK government's handling of the Covid pandemic has revealed significant delays and inaction under Boris Johnson's leadership. Bereaved families expressed devastation over the lives that could have been saved with different leadership. Keir Starmer defended the government's decision to delay a review of educational provisions for students with special needs, emphasizing the need for thorough consultation.