Watch: Conan O'Brien honoured at Trump-run Kennedy Center
[ad_1] The comedian received the Mark Twain Prize for American Humor at one of the more prominent events since US President Donald Trump took over the Kennedy Center. [ad_2] Source link
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Moment BBC programme sparks memory of man with dementia
[ad_1] Can classic TV comedies can help revive long-held memories for people living with dementia?It's an idea that's being tested out with the launch of specifically curated channels on BBC iPlayer aimed at stimulating memories and reminiscence for people living with the condition.The use of pictures or music to evoke a response in people living with dementia can help start a conversation with loved ones and carers.The BBC visited Philip
Heathrow airport closure deeply concerning, says PM
[ad_1] The prime minister has said he is "deeply concerned" about the closure of Heathrow Airport as a result of a power cut caused by a fire at a nearby electrical substation.Sir Keir Starmer told the BBC "there are questions" for bosses of the UK's largest airport to answer over the 18-hour long closure on Friday, which disrupted the journeys of some 200,000 passengers.On Monday, Heathrow defended its decision to
Meta considers charging for Facebook and Instagram in the UK
[ad_1] Liv McMahonTechnology reporterGetty ImagesFacebook and Instagram owner Meta is considering a paid subscription in the UK which would remove adverts from its platforms.Under the plans, people using the social media sites could be asked to pay for an ad-free experience if they do not want their data to be tracked.It comes as the company agreed to stop targeting ads at a British woman last week following a protracted legal
Morrisons to close 52 cafes and 17 convenience stores
[ad_1] Supermarket chain Morrisons is to shut 52 cafes and 17 convenience stores, putting hundreds of jobs at risk.The retailer will also close a number of in-store services, including some meat and fish counters, pharmacies and all its market kitchens in an attempt to redirect cash to other parts of the business.It is expected the cuts will be rolled out over the next few months.The retailer has come under significant
Turkey protests are about far more than fate of Istanbul’s mayor
[ad_1] Beneath the acrid smell of tear gas on the night air in Istanbul, there is a hint of something else - a whiff of panic on the part of Turkey's long-time leader, Recep Tayyip Erdogan.One of his rivals has been put behind bars - so far, so familiar.But the jailing of Ekrem Imamoglu, the popular mayor of Istanbul, suggests President Erdogan is rattled – and he may have gone
Government can be more efficient, says Keir Starmer
[ad_1] Sir Keir Starmer has said that the government can be more efficient by using AI and technology, ahead of the Spring Statement.Questioned on BBC Radio 5 Live on whether unprotected departments would face cuts, the PM said ministers were "looking across the board", but he wanted to challenge government to be more efficient.Rachel Reeves has confirmed civil service departments will be asked to cut 15% from their budgets, but
World’s first case of bird flu in sheep found on Yorkshire farm
[ad_1] Steve JonesBBC News, YorkshireGetty ImagesThe case was found in a single sheep on a farm in Yorkshire (stock image)The world's first case of bird flu in sheep has been found in the UK, the nation's chief veterinary officer has confirmed.The exact location of the farm has not been revealed, but a government spokesperson said the case was identified on a site in Yorkshire where bird flu had been confirmed
Reform’s Sarah Pochin named as by-election candidate
[ad_1] Reform UK have chosen their candidate for the upcoming Runcorn and Helsby by-election.Sarah Pochin, a former Cheshire East councillor, will stand for the party at the election, which is expected to take place on 1 May.She said the party stood for "family, community and country," and she had "dedicated her life" to upholding those values.The by-election has been triggered by the resignation of Mike Amesbury, following him receiving a
Watch: Prince William's surprise birthday wishes for Mary Berry
[ad_1] The message is part of a special pre-recorded episode of BBC One's The One Show. [ad_2] Source link