Brighter headlights more likely to cause glare for drivers That’s according to new research from consultancy, TRL Brighter vehicle headlights are more likely to cause glare for drivers of oncoming cars, a Government-commissioned study has found. Consultancy TRL, which conducted the research, said it shows vehicle lighting is a “genuine issue”. The study involved more
Firefighters call for funding boost as they prepare for Bonfire Night The Fire Brigades Union is urging Rachel Reeves to introduce measures in the Budget Firefighters are calling for urgent government funding for the fire and rescue service as it prepares to tackle Bonfire Night incidents. The Fire Brigades Union said there had been a
Covid-19 jab causes fewer problems than the virus itself in youngsters That’s according to a study, led by experts at UCL and the universities of Cambridge and Edinburgh The largest study of its kind has shown the Pfizer-BioNTech Covid-19 vaccine causes far fewer problems than the virus itself in children and young people, after concerns
Counter-terrorism officers take over mosque arson investigation Counter-terrorism officers have taken over the investigation into an arson attack at a mosque in Sussex. Two people were inside the mosque in Peacehaven, East Sussex, when the fire, which damaged the front entrance of the mosque and two cars, was started on October 4. Sussex Police had released
Tommy Robinson cleared of terror offence after being stopped driving Bentley Tommy Robinson has been cleared of a terror offence after refusing to give police his phone Pin when he was stopped at the border in a Bentley with thousands of pounds in cash. Robinson, 42, whose real name is Stephen Yaxley-Lennon, was driving a
William to announce new project to help people defending the Amazon The Prince of Wales will announce a new initiative for those defending the Amazon in a speech at his United for Wildlife’s annual summit in Brazil. William is visiting the South American country for the first time to stage his Earthshot Prize in Rio
Royal Mail reveals Christmas stamp designs for this year Royal Mail has revealed its Christmas stamps for this year, featuring scenes of the Nativity. The five stamps have been designed by award-winning illustrator Paula Doherty. The stamps depict: – Angel – 2nd Class – Mary and Joseph – 2nd Large Letter – Mary and the
Will Ferrell’s Elf costume could fetch up to £200,000 at auction Will Ferrell’s festive costume from the Christmas film Elf could fetch between £100,000 and £200,000 when it goes under the hammer as part of a movie memorabilia auction. The green, white, yellow and black elf outfit, which originates from the film’s producer Jon Berg,
Paul McCartney ‘didn’t really know how to be in a band’ after The Beatles split Sir Paul McCartney has said he “didn’t really know how to be in a band” after The Beatles split up in 1970. The 83-year-old eventually started Wings in 1971 with his late wife Linda McCartney and former Moody Blues guitarist
Leona Lewis and Suranne Jones among stars to support Christmas Jumper Day Singer Leona Lewis, comedian Josh Widdicombe and actress Suranne Jones are among the stars who will wear their pre-loved festive knitwear for Save the Children’s Christmas Jumper Day. They are joined by podcasters Sam Thompson and Pete Wicks, actors Zawe Aston and Angela