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No10 blocks UK access to European pandemic early warning system ‘over Brexit trade fears’

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No10 blocks UK medics fighting Coronavirus from continued access to EU-wide pandemic warning system ‘over fears it could harm Britain in post-Brexit trade talks’ Health officials wanted to stay in the EU Early Warning and Response System But Downing Street accused of vetoing access to the online hub of medics Claim came as Boris Johnson … Read more

Superyacht aimed at Silicon Valley tycoons comes with a 360-degree imaging system and glass atrium

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Calling all Silicon Valley tycoons – this could be the superyacht for you. Because it’s brimming with tech. The concept, called Stormbreaker, is aimed at ‘tech-focused explorers’ and comes with a 360-degree imaging system as well as state-of-the-art communications. And the ‘razor-sharp’ design also features stunning interiors including a jaw-dropping glass atrium at the heart … Read more

Social care system faces collapse in 2029, the Government is warned

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The social care system could collapse by 2029 unless the Government intervenes to prevent a funding crisis and a shortage of beds, says a new study. Action is needed or a ‘tipping point’ will be reached where older people are unable to afford care, councils lack funding to look after them, and care homes don’t … Read more

Car warning system will stop drivers opening a car door into the path of a passing cyclist 

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Car wing mirror that flashes red when a cyclist is approaching could stop drivers opening the door into their path Sensors and cameras will automatically detect nearby road users   Red lights around the wing mirror and the  door will flash when triggered  An alert will also sound to make both driver and cyclist aware of danger  … Read more

MIT researchers create new self-driving system that can steer in low visibility settings

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MIT researchers create new self-driving system that can steer in low visibility settings, including fog and snow Researchers from MIT are testing a new self-driving car system for bad weather Instead of lidar and cameras, it uses a sensor system that reads the ground directly below and around the car instead of in front of … Read more

Max and Keira’s law: New ‘opt-out’ organ donor system will be introduced in May

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Max and Keira’s law: New ‘opt-out’ organ donor system that presumes all adults agree to donate when they die will be introduced in May Draft bill presented in Parliament today show it’ll come into force on May 20  Named ‘Max and Keira’s law’ in honour of boy who got heart from car crash girl System … Read more

University bosses fear grade inflation and ‘sneering’ patriotism attitude makes system out of touch

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Nation is losing faith in universities due to their ‘sneering’ attitude to patriotism, grade inflation and fat cat pay, report warns Universities urged to ‘restore confidence in the value of the honours degree’  New report encourages them to ensure students feel able to express Tory views Universities’ sneering attitudes on patriotism ‘has broken down public trust’  … Read more

Mike Ashley urges Government to reform business rates system

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Mike Ashley urges Government to reform business rates system and ease turmoil on the High Street By Daily Mail City & Finance Reporter Published: 22:37 GMT, 14 January 2020 | Updated: 22:37 GMT, 14 January 2020 Mike Ashley’s retail group has urged the Government to reform the business rates system Mike Ashley’s retail group has … Read more