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Britain does not have herd immunity from coronavirus and must work to keep the R rate below one, top Government scientists warn in newly released meeting minutes. Blood tests revealed immunity was as low as six per cent in the UK by September 3, with research suggesting this may fall as those that have suffered … Read more
North Korea ‘executes five Economic Ministry workers after they criticised Kim’s policies at a dinner party’ It is thought the communist party officials were shot by firing squad on July 30 The five men had openly discussed stagnant economy in militarised nation state Their families are said to have also been transferred to a political … Read more
An insurance company is today launching the ‘T-plate’, a new concept designed to help young drivers with telematics feel safer on the roads. The plate, which will look similar to a learner’s ‘L’ plate or the ‘P’ plate that can be displayed by recently-qualified motorists, will indicate to other road users that the vehicle is … Read more
Holidaymakers are being ripped off by car rental insurance policies up to 14 TIMES more expensive than better cover bought online, watchdogs warn Policies can be up to 14 times more expensive than better cover available online A week’s cover in Malaga cost £203 with Europcar, the most expensive provider Six biggest firms charge average … Read more
Facebook is accused of trying to influence Government policies by poaching Whitehall officials who have worked in online regulation with big money jobs The social media giant has reportedly poached 10 former officials recently It is facing questions over issues including online hate and the tax it pays MP Damian Collins: ‘They are doing this … Read more
Scottish voters give Nicola Sturgeon credit for Westminster policies on propping up the economy during coronavirus crisis, poll finds YouGov survey finds Nicola Sturgeon is getting credit for Westminster policies Scottish voters praise Ms Sturgeon for supporting jobs during the Covid crisis Meanwhile, backing for Scottish independence has increased to 53 per cent The SNP … Read more
NASA updates policies to protect the moon and Mars from human germs that may hitchhike on astronauts in a bid to not contaminate samples returning to Earth NASA is set to send crewed missions to the moon in 2024 and Mars in the 2030s The agency is updating its policies that protect outer space from human … Read more
Reddit BANS 2,000 communities including r/The_Donald after major change to content policies Reddit has banned 2,000 subreddits after changes to its hate speech policy Banned communities include r/The_Donald and a popular left-wing subreddit The bans represent a significant sea change at Reddit By James Pero For Dailymail.com Published: 21:07 BST, 29 June 2020 | Updated: 21:08 … Read more
Instagram says it will reassess how harassment policies, verification, and algorithms impact black users The platform will take a look at how many of its policies affect black users Specifically it will look at harassment, verification process, and content Instagram says it will have news on the reassessment in the coming months By James Pero For … Read more
The country has been left in no doubt about the economic mantra of Covid-19. It is Rishi Sunak’s much repeated ‘whatever it takes’. The new Chancellor – the brightest political star for many a year – has followed through decisively. There was an extra £30billion of spending in the Budget, followed by £350billion of bailout … Read more