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Robot paramedic used for first time to carry out chest compressions in ambulance

Robot paramedic used for first time to carry out chest compressions in ambulance

The device is described as a ‘third crew member’.

Whistleblowers slam ‘weak’ BBC apology for Panorama ‘smear campaign’

Whistleblowers slam ‘weak’ BBC apology for Panorama ‘smear campaign’

Matt Wiessler and Mark Killick lost their livelihoods when they flagged Martin Bashir’s deceitful tactics to the corporation.

First Minister condemns ‘completely unacceptable’ scenes at Swansea vigil

First Minister condemns ‘completely unacceptable’ scenes at Swansea vigil

Cars were set on fire in the middle of the road and crowds seen cheering as a vehicle was rolled down a hill.

Moving new Covid hotspot to Level 3 now will control outbreak quicker – expert

Moving new Covid hotspot to Level 3 now will control outbreak quicker – expert

East Renfrewshire, outside Glasgow, now has a higher infection rate that the city itself – which is subject to tougher restrictions.

Sir Andy Murray’s sportswear brand signs up Wolves in first Premier kit deal

Sir Andy Murray’s sportswear brand signs up Wolves in first Premier kit deal

Castore, which already supplies kits to Glasgow Rangers, will supply Wolverhampton Wanderers from next season.

Government to consider BBC governance reforms after Panorama interview report

Government to consider BBC governance reforms after Panorama interview report

Culture Secretary Oliver Dowden said the Government will consider whether further changes are needed at the BBC following Lord Dyson’s report.

Record savings deposited at Nationwide after pandemic slows spending

Record savings deposited at Nationwide after pandemic slows spending

The high street lender recorded a pre-tax profit of £823 million and said deposits by savers hit £10.6 billion in the past year – a near doubling.

Police surprise girl who raised money for charity following organ transplant

Police surprise girl who raised money for charity following organ transplant

Tilly Rae Rhodes raised money for children’s charities while spending time in hospital during the pandemic.

Retail sales soar as shoppers welcomed back to stores

Retail sales soar as shoppers welcomed back to stores

The ONS said sales rose 9.2% in April as non-essential retailers opened their doors again, with strong growth in clothes sales.

Australia trade deal negotiations continuing, Number 10 says

Australia trade deal negotiations continuing, Number 10 says

A Cabinet row over the matter was reportedly resolved on Thursday night.

Rich List: Billionaires get wealthier during pandemic as fortunes jump 21%

Rich List: Billionaires get wealthier during pandemic as fortunes jump 21%

Sir Leonard Blavatnik topped the list of the UK’s richest people after his fortune soared to £23 billion.

Marcus Rashford tops Sunday Times Giving List in record-breaking year for donors

Marcus Rashford tops Sunday Times Giving List in record-breaking year for donors

The Manchester United player has become the youngest person to top the list after raising £20 million for child poverty charities.

Harry: I used alcohol and drugs as a ‘mask’ to cope with trauma of Diana’s death

Harry: I used alcohol and drugs as a ‘mask’ to cope with trauma of Diana’s death

The royal said following the loss he suffered anxiety and severe panic attacks from ages 28 to 32.

Harry accuses royal family of ‘total neglect’ and says he will not be bullied

Harry accuses royal family of ‘total neglect’ and says he will not be bullied

The 36-year-old addressed trauma from his childhood as well as harassment on social media.

Harry accuses royal family of ‘total neglect’

Harry accuses royal family of ‘total neglect’

The 36-year-old addressed trauma from his childhood and harassment on social media.

Iraq veterans share touching wartime letters sent to family 10 years ago

Iraq veterans share touching wartime letters sent to family 10 years ago

Four veterans have shared ‘blueys’ they sent and received while deployed in the Iraq war, ahead of the 10-year anniversary of Britain’s withdrawal.

Health Secretary to give evidence before infected blood inquiry

Health Secretary to give evidence before infected blood inquiry

It is hoped other key decision makers including former prime ministers will agree to give evidence to the inquiry.

William: Panorama interview fuelled my mother’s paranoia

William: Panorama interview fuelled my mother’s paranoia

The BBC was sharply criticised for how it obtained its 1995 interview with Diana, Princess of Wales.

Police dealing with ‘disturbing’ scenes of violence in Swansea

Police dealing with ‘disturbing’ scenes of violence in Swansea

Police warned people to stay indoors amid chaotic scenes.

Boris Johnson welcomes Israeli ceasefire in Gaza

Boris Johnson welcomes Israeli ceasefire in Gaza

Israel announced an end to the 11-day military offensive on Thursday.

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