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Tom Brook, the journalist who first reported on John Lennon’s death in 1980, has revisited the Lennon family story by speaking with Sean Ono Lennon, now an accomplished musician and activist in his own right. On 8 December 1980, Brook received reports of gunshots outside The Dakota apartment building in New York. By the time he arrived at the scene, John Lennon had been taken to Roosevelt Hospital, where he was pronounced dead at 23:15. At the time, Brook was in his mid‑20s, newly arrived in New York, and unexpectedly found himself reporting the tragic news. In the aftermath, he…

Many people are currently experiencing coughs, colds and flu-like symptoms, with viruses spreading rapidly as temperatures drop. But how can you tell whether it’s a common cold, Covid‑19, or the so-called “super flu” — a term used to describe a particularly severe or long-lasting influenza, rather than an official virus? Medical doctor Dr Oscar Duke, a regular TV presenter including on BBC’s Morning Live, explains how to recognise the differences and reduce the risk of severe illness. Why Are Viruses More Common in Winter? The link between cold weather and immune function remains unclear. However, darker, colder days tend to…

UK health authorities have identified a previously unknown strain of mpox — formerly called monkeypox — in a person returning from Asia. The virus appears to be a combination of two major mpox lineages, known as clade Ib and clade IIb, though the new strain has not yet been formally named. The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) said that viral evolution is normal and that vaccination remains the most effective protection against severe disease. While many mpox infections are mild, vaccination is strongly recommended for those at higher risk, particularly gay, bisexual and other men who have sex with men.…

As work and urban life evolve around the world, mounting evidence suggests that the future may bring not faster — but slower, more balanced, and more sustainable living. Several emerging trends hint at how daily routines, city planning and social priorities might shift dramatically by 2030. 🏙 Compact Cities and the Rise of the “15‑Minute Life” Urban planners and local governments are increasingly embracing the idea that residents should be able to meet most of their everyday needs — work, groceries, recreation, health and education — within a short walk or bike ride from home. Reuters+1 This model — often…

What if the future isn’t about ever-faster growth, nonstop hustle and tech-driven acceleration? Around the world, evidence is mounting that many people, companies and cities are quietly embracing a different vision of the future — one defined by shorter work weeks, greater local connection, and lifestyles built around health, time and community. 🌿 A Four-Day Workweek Gains Ground Across Europe and beyond, an increasing number of employers are shifting to a four-day working week — and the results are encouraging. A global study spanning 141 organisations in countries such as the UK, US, Canada, Australia and New Zealand found that…

X Blocks European Commission Ads Following €120m Fine Social media platform X, owned by Elon Musk, has blocked the European Commission from running adverts on the site, just days after the EU regulator imposed a €120 million (£105 million) fine over the platform’s blue tick verification system. Nikita Bier, a senior executive at X, accused the European Commission of attempting to exploit a flaw in the platform’s advertising system to promote its post about the fine. “It seems you believe that the rules should not apply to your account,” Bier said. “Your ad account has been terminated.” A spokesperson for the European…

Trump Flags Potential Issues With $72bn Netflix–Warner Bros Deal Former US President Donald Trump has raised concerns over Netflix’s planned $72 billion acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery, which would bring the movie studio and popular HBO streaming networks under the streaming giant’s control. Speaking at an event in Washington DC on Sunday, Trump highlighted Netflix’s “very big market share,” warning that the combined size of the two companies “could be a problem.” The deal, announced on Friday, aims to bring Warner Bros. franchises including Harry Potter and Game of Thrones to Netflix, creating one of the largest media companies in…

Katy Perry and Former Canadian PM Justin Trudeau Go Instagram Official After Tokyo Trip Katy Perry and former Canadian prime minister Justin Trudeau appear to have taken their rumored relationship public, after the pop star shared a series of photos and videos from their recent visit to Japan. One of the images posted on Instagram shows the pair posing closely together for a smiling selfie, while another clip captures them sampling sushi. Neither Perry nor Trudeau has offered any direct comment on the nature of their relationship, though the posts have intensified speculation that has been building for months. Trudeau…

Spoiler alert: This report includes the latest results from Sunday night’s show Strictly Come Dancing is down to its final four couples, after another celebrity was voted out during Musicals Week. Actor Lewis Cope, known for his role in Emmerdale, and professional dancer Katya Jones found themselves in the dance-off alongside reality star Amber Davies and partner Nikita Kuzmin. Cope’s salsa to “Dance at the Gym” from West Side Story was not enough to win over the judging panel, who elected to save Davies following her Charleston to “Sit Down You’re Rockin’ the Boat” from Guys and Dolls. Davies now…

Death Toll from Indonesia’s Flood Disaster Surges Past 900 as Search Efforts Intensify The death toll from catastrophic flooding in Indonesia has risen to more than 900, with hundreds still unaccounted for, officials say. The devastation follows the formation of a rare and powerful cyclone over the Malaca Strait last week, which unleashed torrential rain and triggered landslides across parts of the country. More than 100,000 homes have been destroyed. Rescue teams are continuing efforts to reach isolated communities, with aid supplies being airdropped into areas still cut off by washed-out roads and deep mud. The Indonesian floods are among…