British Isles

AstraZeneca withdraws Covid-19 vaccine worldwide

10 May 2024
AstraZeneca has announced the global withdrawal of its Covid-19 vaccine, Vaxzevria, citing a surplus of newer vaccines targeting emerging virus variants. The company previously halted its marketing authorization in the European Union in March, with the…

Scotland: Kate Forbes becomes deputy first minister as John Swinney unveils Cabinet

10 May 2024
John Swinney, newly sworn in as First Minister of Scotland, has appointed Kate Forbes as Deputy First Minister, sparking criticism for creating a "continuity Cabinet." Forbes, previously Finance Secretary, replaces Shona Robison and will also oversee…

Tech firms told to hide 'toxic' content from children

10 May 2024
Ofcom has introduced draft codes of practice mandating tech firms to shield children from "toxic" content by enhancing age checks and modifying algorithms. This move comes after parents criticized the slow pace of regulatory changes following…

Church of England - Living in Love and Faith group convening

10 May 2024
Members of the Church of England’s Living in Love and Faith (LLF) initiative are set to convene for discussions in a Leicester hotel, as part of ongoing efforts to address divisions within the church regarding human…