1. Jamie Oliver Pulls Children’s Book Amid Criticism of Insensitivity

   New York Times » 2 weeks ago

   The celebrity chef’s second children’s book, “Billy and the Epic Escape,” faced accusations that it stereotyped First Nations people in Australia....

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1. Throngs of Cyclists Ride for Hours Between Two Chinese Cities

   New York Times » 2 weeks ago

   They were making the 40-mile journey from Zhengzhou, the capital of Henan Province, to the neighboring city of Kaifeng, a cycling trip that can take up to five hours one-way....

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1. Why Is COP29 Being Held in Baku, Azerbaijan?

   New York Times » 2 weeks ago

   The economy of Azerbaijan, host of COP29, relies almost entirely on the fossil fuels that are the main driver of global warming....

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1. John Smyth QC abuse survivor calls for ‘clean sweep’ of Church of England

   Standard » 2 weeks ago

   Mark Stibbe, who was abused by John Smyth QC in the 1980s, called for all senior clergy ‘that did nothing but knew what was going on’ to stand down....

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1. Plan to end fixed ‘season’ for water quality tests to protect winter swimmers

   Standard » 2 weeks ago

   Government overhaul of system for official bathing sites could also widen the definition of bathers and bring in multiple testing spots at sites....

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1. TSB highlights common purchase scams as shoppers gear up for Christmas

   Standard » 2 weeks ago

   The bank is urging people to stick to reputable websites and view items advertised on social media in person before handing over their cash....

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1. Rock star calls for new stem cell donors after missing out on treatment

   Standard » 2 weeks ago

   Mike Peters has a rare and aggressive form of lymphoma, which returned last month....

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1. Parents face higher nursery fees due to national insurance hike, charity warns

   Standard » 2 weeks ago

   Two in five senior staff in childcare settings have said changes in the Budget could lead to permanent closures unless the Government takes action....

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1. Study finds a third of vulnerable children placed in settings far from home

   Standard » 2 weeks ago

   Research highlighting the growing costs and impact on children of many social care placements should be a ‘turning point’, councils say....

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1. Landowners warn of huge tax on profits due to farm inheritance changes

   Standard » 2 weeks ago

   The Country Land and Business Association claims farmers will have to pay more than their profits are worth in tax, and may need to sell their land....

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