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During my lifetime, it has always felt like governments have served the elderly at the expense of the young. The most notable example during the Conservative government was the massive increase in university tuition fees to £9,000. Meanwhile, older voters had the security of the triple lock on pensions and no shortage of policies that worked in their favour. To make matters worse, Rishi Sunak suggested during the last election campaign that national service should be compulsory for all 18-year-olds. We always seem to be either forgotten or punished.This Government needs to turn things around. They must start by restoring…

Pope Francis condemned efforts to stop and turn away migrants as a “grave sin” and highlighted the humanitarian crisis in the Mediterranean and in the desert, where many migrants are losing their lives. He called for safe and legal migration routes, rejected restrictive laws and the militarization of borders, and called for international cooperation to prevent human trafficking and improve the safety of migrants. Read morePope Francis on Wednesday remembered those who lost their lives, including those who were “left behind” in the desert, and condemned efforts to turn away migrants and cut off their routes as a “grave sin.”The…

This article is included in the following additional categories:As climate change accelerates, the frequency and intensity of extreme heat events are of increasing concern to public health officials. Europe, with its ageing population and varying levels of climate adaptation, is particularly vulnerable to the adverse effects of rising temperatures. Recent studies predict that under worst-case climate scenarios, heatstroke deaths in Europe could increase more than 30-fold by the end of the century. Without urgent action, this looming crisis could result in tens of thousands of additional deaths each year across the continent.Heat Wave: The Silent KillerThe study highlights the growing…

The purple martin is the largest extant North American swallow species.Getty In 1776, the seaside city of Charleston became South Carolina's capital, but the Palmetto State drew up plans for a centralized capital soon after American independence, with the city of Columbia officially coming into being in 1786. Nearly a century later, the city was razed to the ground during the Civil War, but today it's home to a variety of attractions, from the South Carolina State Museum to the Riverbanks Zoo & Gardens, as well as a number of fascinating ecotourism destinations easily accessible from the city limits. For…

Aug. 28, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — FranchiseSEE, a software technology company specializing in franchise insights, rankings and overall health scores across various industries, has announced a strategic partnership with ParTech, Inc. (PAR). The collaboration will enable the two companies to provide mutual customers with unprecedented insights into the franchise system through an intuitive and powerful interface. FranchiseSEE and Par Technology (NYSE:PAR) Announce Strategic PartnershipFranchiseSEE is a low-cost, simple yet powerful software that gives restaurant franchise operators a clear view of their location's overall health and where they stand within the franchise system. The software uses multiple metrics from in-store POS, store…

Join us for NY Cannabis Insider's next all-day conference in Albany on September 25th, 2024. Tickets are on sale now.Dr. Torian Easterling is senior vice president of population and community health and chief strategy and innovation officer at One Brooklyn Health and former first deputy commissioner and chief equity officer for the city’s Department of Health and Mental Hygiene.In 2023, New York's legal cannabis industry brought in nearly $16.3 million in revenue, a figure that is expected to grow significantly as more dispensaries open across the state and the market matures.This revenue will help support needed infrastructure, especially in towns…

Singapore — Pope Francis departs next week on his longest international trip since becoming papacy, a gruelling 11-day journey that will take him to four countries in Asia and Oceania. The 87-year-old pontiff is due to visit Indonesia, Papua New Guinea, East Timor and Singapore on a trip that will highlight economic and religious diversity. This will be the Pope's first international trip of 2024, as he has faced recent health challenges and concerns. Pope Francis was forced to cancel a visit to Dubai in November last year while recovering from flu and pneumonia, and has cancelled several engagements this…

Five people have died in Spain this year from the deadly West Nile virus. advertisementTwo more people have died from West Nile virus in Seville, Spain, bringing the total number of deaths in the country this year to five, raising concerns about the spread of the disease.Tourists and locals alike are advised to spray with insect repellent, cover up and avoid breeding sites such as stagnant water, especially between dusk and dawn.Cases have also been reported in Europe this year in Austria, Croatia, France, Greece, Hungary, Italy, Romania and Serbia, which the European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control (ECDC)…

Rutgers opens the 2024 season at home against Howard University on Thursday. There are high expectations for the Scarlet Knights after they went 7-6 last season and finished 2023 with a 31-24 win over Miami University in the Pinstripe Bowl. Meanwhile, the Bisons are 6-6 in FCS play and have big plans with two big offensive weapons returning next season.Kickoff is scheduled for 6 PM ET from SHI Stadium in Piscataway, N.J. The latest Rutgers vs. Howard odds have the Scarlet Knights as favorites by 36.5 points. The over/under for total points is 49.5. Be sure to check out SportsLine…

The Minnesota Golden Gophers host the North Carolina Tar Heels at Huntington Bank Stadium on Thursday in the season opener for both teams. Kickoff is at 8pm ET (FOX). Below, we break down FanDuel Sportsbook's North Carolina vs. Minnesota odds and give our college football expert predictions and forecasts. The Golden Gophers finished last season 6-7 overall and 3-6 in the Big Ten Conference. Minnesota returns 10 of the 11 starters for the program from last season on the offensive line. QB Max Brosmer is new, having spent the past few seasons with the New Hampshire Wildcats. The Tar Heels…