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Raac crisis in schools needs permanent fixes despite progress MPs

The Raac (reinforced autoclaved aerated concrete) crisis in school buildings has affected pupils’ learning and wellbeing, MPs have said, despite Government progress towards fixing it.

Thomas Frank sacked by Tottenham following home defeat to Newcastle

Thomas Frank has been sacked by Tottenham after Tuesday’s 2-1 home defeat to Newcastle.

Social media ads for prescription only weight loss medicines banned

The first Instagram, TikTok and Facebook posts by members of the public promoting weight-loss jabs have been banned by the advertising regulator.

Spike in antisemitic incidents in aftermath of Manchester synagogue attack

Dozens of antisemitic incidents were reported in the aftermath of the deadly Manchester synagogue attack, some celebrating what had happened, according to a report.

Ten dead including suspect after shootings at Canadian home and school

A shooting at a school in British Columbia left eight dead including a woman police believe to be the suspect, with two more people found dead at a nearby home, Canadian authorities said on Tuesday.

Roman altars acquired for nation to go on show for first time

Two “stunning” stone altars discovered at a Roman fort near Edinburgh and acquired for the nation are to go on show for the first time in a new exhibition.

Kings profound concern at Andrew claims as Palace pledges to support police

The King has made clear his “profound concern” at allegations about Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor’s conduct, with Buckingham Palace saying it will “stand ready to support” the police if approached over the claims.

Curator hopes London Aardman exhibition can inspire future animators

The curator of a London exhibition of Aardman characters including Wallace and Gromit has said he hopes it will inspire new generation of animators.

Celebrities step up to model new Red Nose Day T shirts

Reality TV star Olivia Attwood, presenter Dermot O’Leary and former Strictly Come Dancing professional dancer Oti Mabuse are among the celebrities modelling a new Red Nose Day T-shirt collection.

British Museum raises 35m in four months to save pendant linked to Henry VIII

The British Museum has successfully raised £3.5 million to save a gold pendant linked to Henry VIII’s marriage to his first wife, Katherine of Aragon, following a four-month fundraising campaign.

Major upgrade to Met Office system could help avoid flight delays

A “major” upgrade to the Met Office’s forecasting system could help avoid flight delays, the forecaster has said.

Glasgow man sets up male centred breast cancer group after diagnosis

A former joiner has set up a support service for men diagnosed with breast cancer after his own diagnosis.