Britain's former RAF engineer and his wife have become the first couple in the country to have signed up using a double suicide pod to die together.

The couple, Peter and Christine Scott, have been married for 46 years and took the decision to die in a suicide pod after 80-year-old Christine, who was earlier a nurse, was diagnosed with early-stage vascular dementia weeks ago.

The British couple has decided they will travel to Switzerland where they will end their lives in each other's arms by using the death capsule Sarco.

The couple informed their family members about their tragic decision after suffering in a failing&nbsp;NHS and losing their life savings and home in the process to pay burdening care costs. The couple's son and daughter have reluctantly agreed to their decision.&nbsp;

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The couple have six grandchildren and they are now making their registrations with Swiss-based organisation The Last Resort which offers the service of assisted dying in Sarco. This novel death capsule was unveiled in July.

Inside the pod, once the process of dying is activated, air - which is filled with 21 per cent oxygen and 79 per cent nitrogen - gets replaced with 100 per cent nitrogen.&nbsp;

In the process, the occupant slowly becomes unconscious and eventually dies in less than 10 minutes.

It was created by Australian-born Philip Nitschke, who has been nicknamed Doctor Death. He&nbsp;said that the first suicide will happen soon.&nbsp;

<h2>Here's why the couple chose assisted dying</h2>

The Scotts have decided to wait till the machine's new twin model gets launched later this year.

In an interview from their home in the Suffolk village of Mellis, the couple spoke about their plans and hoped that it would build more pressure on campaigns calling for allowance of assisted dying in the United Kingdom.

"We have had long, happy, healthy, fulfilled lives but here we are in old age and it does not do nice things to you," Peter said.

"The idea of watching the slow degradation of Chris's mental abilities in parallel to my own physical decline is horrific to me. Obviously, I would care for her to the point I could not, but she has nursed enough people with dementia during her career to be adamant she wants to remain in control of herself and her life. Assisted dying gives her that opportunity and I would not want to go on living without her," he added.

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"We understand other people may not share our feelings and we respect their position. What we want is the right to choose. I find it deeply depressing we can't do that here in the UK," the former RAF engineer said.

"Yet look at the alternative. The chances of getting prompt NHS treatment for the ailments of old age seem pretty remote so you end up trapped by infirmity and pain. I don't want to go into care, to be lying in bed dribbling and incontinent – I don't call that a life. Finally, the Government swoops in to take your savings and your house to pay for it all," he added.

Peter said that he is going through all the paperwork currently which is required for the application. However, he is worried about Christine's application because it is difficult to get permission for assisted suicide for dementia.

While speaking to The Daily Mail, Dr Nitschke said that the couple's suicide pod is ready for launch. "The capsule for two people works exactly the same as the single Sarco but there is only one button so they will decide between them who will push it. Then they'll be able to hold each other and one of them will push the button," he said.

Inside the pod, a camera has been installed which will record their final moments before death.

(With inputs from agencies)&nbsp;

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Britain's former RAF engineer and his wife have become the first couple in the country to have signed up using a double suicide pod to die together. The couple, Peter and Christine Scott, have been married for 46 years and took the decision to die in a suicide pod after 80-year-old Christine, who was earlier a nurse, was diagnosed with early-stage vascular dementia weeks ago.

Britain's former RAF engineer and his wife have become the first couple in the country to have signed up using a double suicide pod to die together. The couple, Peter and Christine Scott, have been married for 46 years and took the decision to die in a suicide pod after 80-year-old Christine, who was earlier a nurse, was diagnosed with early-stage vascular dementia weeks ago. The British couple has decided they will travel to Switzerland where they will end their lives in each other's arms by using the death capsule Sarco. The couple informed their family members about their tragic decision after suffering in a failing NHS and losing their life savings and home in the process to pay burdening care costs. The couple's son and daughter have reluctantly agreed to their decision. Also Read: More students are committing suicides in India than population growth rate: Report The couple have six grandchildren and they are now making their registrations with Swiss-based organisation The Last Resort which offers the service of assisted dying in Sarco. This novel death capsule was unveiled in July. Inside the pod, once the process of dying is activated, air - which is filled with 21 per cent oxygen and 79 per cent nitrogen - gets replaced with 100 per cent nitrogen. In the process, the occupant slowly becomes unconscious and eventually dies in less than 10 minutes. It was created by Australian-born Philip Nitschke, who has been nicknamed Doctor Death. He said that the first suicide will happen soon. Here's why the couple chose assisted dying The Scotts have decided to wait till the machine's new twin model gets launched later this year. In an interview from their home in the Suffolk village of Mellis, the couple spoke about their plans and hoped that it would build more pressure on campaigns calling for allowance of assisted dying in the United Kingdom. "We have had long, happy, healthy, fulfilled lives but here we are in old age and it does not do nice things to you," Peter said. "The idea of watching the slow degradation of Chris's mental abilities in parallel to my own physical decline is horrific to me. Obviously, I would care for her to the point I could not, but she has nursed enough people with dementia during her career to be adamant she wants to remain in control of herself and her life. Assisted dying gives her that opportunity and I would not want to go on living without her," he added. Watch: India's Student Suicide Crisis: New Data Exposes Alarming Trends "We understand other people may not share our feelings and we respect their position. What we want is the right to choose. I find it deeply depressing we can't do that here in the UK," the former RAF engineer said. "Yet look at the alternative. The chances of getting prompt NHS treatment for the ailments of old age seem pretty remote so you end up trapped by infirmity and pain. I don't want to go into care, to be lying in bed dribbling and incontinent – I don't call that a life. Finally, the Government swoops in to take your savings and your house to pay for it all," he added. Peter said that he is going through all the paperwork currently which is required for the application. However, he is worried about Christine's application because it is difficult to get permission for assisted suicide for dementia. While speaking to The Daily Mail, Dr Nitschke said that the couple's suicide pod is ready for launch. "The capsule for two people works exactly the same as the single Sarco but there is only one button so they will decide between them who will push it. Then they'll be able to hold each other and one of them will push the button," he said. Inside the pod, a camera has been installed which will record their final moments before death. (With inputs from agencies) Get help & support for suicide If you or someone you know wants help for mental well-being, don't hesitate to talk to a professional. You can contact local authorities and also encourage the person to contact a suicide prevention hotline. WION is not associated with any of these organisations and does not make any recommendations.

Britain's old couple sign up for death in double suicide pod after wife’s dementia diagnosis

The United States, Britain,&nbsp;European Union members, and other countries, including Andorra, Georgia, Iceland, Norway, the Republic of Moldova, San Marino, and Israel,&nbsp; signed the first legally binding international AI treaty on Thursday, the Council of Europe human rights organisation said.

The AI Convention, which has been in the works for years and was adopted in May after discussions between 57 countries, addresses the risks AI may pose while promoting responsible innovation.

"This Convention is a major step to ensuring that these new technologies can be harnessed without eroding our oldest values, like human rights and the rule of law," Britain's justice minister, Shabana Mahmood, said in a statement.

The AI Convention mainly focuses on the protection of the human rights of people affected by AI systems and is separate from the EU AI Act, which entered into force last month.

Council of Europe Secretary General&nbsp;Marija Pejčinović Burić said: “We must ensure that the rise of AI upholds our standards, rather than undermining them. The Framework Convention is designed to ensure just that. It is a strong and balanced text - the result of the open and inclusive approach by which it was drafted and which ensured that it benefits from multiple and expert perspectives. The Framework Convention is an open treaty with a potentially global reach. I hope that these will be the first of many signatures and that they will be followed quickly by ratifications, so that the treaty can enter into force as soon as possible.”

The treaty provides a legal framework covering the entire lifecycle of AI systems. It aims to&nbsp; promote&nbsp;AI progress and innovation, while managing the risks it may pose to human rights, democracy,&nbsp;and the rule of law.&nbsp;

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The EU's AI Act entails comprehensive regulations on the development, deployment, and use of AI systems within the EU internal market.

The Council of Europe, founded in 1949, is an international organization distinct from the EU with a mandate to safeguard human rights; 46 countries are members, including all the 27 EU member states.

An ad hoc committee in 2019 started examining the feasibility of an AI framework convention and a Committee on Artificial Intelligence was formed in 2022, which drafted and negotiated the text.

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The signatories can choose to adopt or maintain legislative, administrative or other measures to give effect to the provisions.

Francesca Fanucci, a legal expert at ECNL (European Center for Not-for-Profit Law Stichting) who contributed to the treaty's drafting process alongside other civil society groups, told Reuters the agreement had been "watered down" into a broad set of principles.

"The formulation of principles and obligations in this convention is so overbroad and fraught with caveats that it raises serious questions about their legal certainty and effective enforceability," she said.

Fanucci highlighted exemptions on AI systems used for national security purposes, and limited scrutiny of private companies versus the public sector, as flaws. "This double standard is disappointing," she added.

The UK government said it would work with regulators, the devolved administrations, and local authorities to ensure it can appropriately implement its new requirements.

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The United States, Britain, European Union members, and other countries, including Andorra, Georgia, Iceland, Norway, the Republic of Moldova, San Marino, and Israel, signed the first legally binding international AI treaty on Thursday, the Council of Europe human rights organisation said.

The United States, Britain, European Union members, and other countries, including Andorra, Georgia, Iceland, Norway, the Republic of Moldova, San Marino, and Israel, signed the first legally binding international AI treaty on Thursday, the Council of Europe human rights organisation said. The AI Convention, which has been in the works for years and was adopted in May after discussions between 57 countries, addresses the risks AI may pose while promoting responsible innovation. "This Convention is a major step to ensuring that these new technologies can be harnessed without eroding our oldest values, like human rights and the rule of law," Britain's justice minister, Shabana Mahmood, said in a statement. The AI Convention mainly focuses on the protection of the human rights of people affected by AI systems and is separate from the EU AI Act, which entered into force last month. Council of Europe Secretary General Marija Pejčinović Burić said: “We must ensure that the rise of AI upholds our standards, rather than undermining them. The Framework Convention is designed to ensure just that. It is a strong and balanced text - the result of the open and inclusive approach by which it was drafted and which ensured that it benefits from multiple and expert perspectives. The Framework Convention is an open treaty with a potentially global reach. I hope that these will be the first of many signatures and that they will be followed quickly by ratifications, so that the treaty can enter into force as soon as possible.” The treaty provides a legal framework covering the entire lifecycle of AI systems. It aims to promote AI progress and innovation, while managing the risks it may pose to human rights, democracy, and the rule of law. Also read: European Parliament passes first-of-its-kind artificial intelligence law The EU's AI Act entails comprehensive regulations on the development, deployment, and use of AI systems within the EU internal market. The Council of Europe, founded in 1949, is an international organization distinct from the EU with a mandate to safeguard human rights; 46 countries are members, including all the 27 EU member states. An ad hoc committee in 2019 started examining the feasibility of an AI framework convention and a Committee on Artificial Intelligence was formed in 2022, which drafted and negotiated the text. Watch | EU achieves agreement on landmark AI rules, becomes first major power to enact AI laws × The signatories can choose to adopt or maintain legislative, administrative or other measures to give effect to the provisions. Francesca Fanucci, a legal expert at ECNL (European Center for Not-for-Profit Law Stichting) who contributed to the treaty's drafting process alongside other civil society groups, told Reuters the agreement had been "watered down" into a broad set of principles. "The formulation of principles and obligations in this convention is so overbroad and fraught with caveats that it raises serious questions about their legal certainty and effective enforceability," she said. Fanucci highlighted exemptions on AI systems used for national security purposes, and limited scrutiny of private companies versus the public sector, as flaws. "This double standard is disappointing," she added. The UK government said it would work with regulators, the devolved administrations, and local authorities to ensure it can appropriately implement its new requirements. Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

US, Britain, EU, other nations sign first legally binding international treaty on AI

The Grenfell Tower fire resulted in the loss of 72 lives, a tragedy attributed to failures by the government and the construction industry, as revealed in a damning final report.

Eighteen children were found dead among the 72 people killed in 2017 in the 24-storey block.

The tower block was coated with flammable material due to systematic corruption of the firms&nbsp;responsible for the cladding and insulation, inquiry chairman Sir Martin Moore-Bick asserted on Sunday.

The report confirmed that the 72 deaths were the result of the condemned companies’ deliberate and sustained manipulation in the fire safety testing of the tower.

The owner of the Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea (RBKC) was also slammed, as was the tenant management organisation that was accountable for Grenfell.

The Crown Prosecution Service made citizens aware that potential criminal charges will not likely be brought until the end of 2026.

Prime Minister&nbsp;Keir Starmer&nbsp;swore that the government would take action against all the companies who were blameworthy for this devastating incident.

<h2>Key points from the 1700-page report:</h2>

&gt; The residents of Grenfell Tower were wronged by the authorities and the construction industry.

&gt; The governments of David Cameron and Theresa May were warned about the dangers several times between 2012 and 2017, but no solid action was taken.

&gt; The government and RBKC response was “muddled, slow, indecisive, and piecemeal,” doing the bare minimum for the diverse cultural background, for instance, giving halal food to Muslims over Ramadan.&nbsp;Grenfell Tower had no finalised evacuation system.

&gt; The fire started from a damaged fridge and turned into the worst structural fire Britain has ever witnessed since the Blitz.

&gt; A survivor said, “Those involved have blood on their hands.”

&gt; PM Starmer&nbsp;said the seven-volume report has found the reasons for the failings in the tower, and the government will ensure this negligence will not occur again.

&gt; The inquiry revealed that the government was aware of the risk of using combustible cladding panels and insulation, particularly in high-rise buildings, but “failed to act on what it knew.”

&gt; Up to 800 people became homeless as a consequence, and the RBKC’s response did very little to deal with the intensity of the tragedy.

&gt; Families who lost everything in the fire were made to wait days before being allocated emergency accommodation in hotels. One pregnant woman was forced to sleep on the floor.

Inquiry chairman Sir Martin Moore-Bick, along with two other panel members, found that “unscrupulous manufacturers” are to blame, as they intentionally engaged in sustained strategies to manipulate testing processes, misrepresent data, and mislead the market.

He advised that as the construction industry has become “too complex and fragmented,” a single person should be appointed for the supervision of construction products.

In response, the group Grenfell United said: “The inquiry report reveals that whenever there’s a clash between corporate interest and public safety, governments have done everything they can to avoid their responsibilities to keep people safe. The system isn’t broken, it was built this way.” 
 
(With inputs from agencies)

The Grenfell Tower fire resulted in the loss of 72 lives, a tragedy attributed to failures by the government and the construction industry, as revealed in a damning final report.

The Grenfell Tower fire resulted in the loss of 72 lives, a tragedy attributed to failures by the government and the construction industry, as revealed in a damning final report. Eighteen children were found dead among the 72 people killed in 2017 in the 24-storey block. The tower block was coated with flammable material due to systematic corruption of the firms responsible for the cladding and insulation, inquiry chairman Sir Martin Moore-Bick asserted on Sunday. The report confirmed that the 72 deaths were the result of the condemned companies’ deliberate and sustained manipulation in the fire safety testing of the tower. The owner of the Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea (RBKC) was also slammed, as was the tenant management organisation that was accountable for Grenfell. The Crown Prosecution Service made citizens aware that potential criminal charges will not likely be brought until the end of 2026. Prime Minister Keir Starmer swore that the government would take action against all the companies who were blameworthy for this devastating incident. Key points from the 1700-page report: > The residents of Grenfell Tower were wronged by the authorities and the construction industry. > The governments of David Cameron and Theresa May were warned about the dangers several times between 2012 and 2017, but no solid action was taken. > The government and RBKC response was “muddled, slow, indecisive, and piecemeal,” doing the bare minimum for the diverse cultural background, for instance, giving halal food to Muslims over Ramadan. Grenfell Tower had no finalised evacuation system. > The fire started from a damaged fridge and turned into the worst structural fire Britain has ever witnessed since the Blitz. > A survivor said, “Those involved have blood on their hands.” > PM Starmer said the seven-volume report has found the reasons for the failings in the tower, and the government will ensure this negligence will not occur again. > The inquiry revealed that the government was aware of the risk of using combustible cladding panels and insulation, particularly in high-rise buildings, but “failed to act on what it knew.” > Up to 800 people became homeless as a consequence, and the RBKC’s response did very little to deal with the intensity of the tragedy. > Families who lost everything in the fire were made to wait days before being allocated emergency accommodation in hotels. One pregnant woman was forced to sleep on the floor. Inquiry chairman Sir Martin Moore-Bick, along with two other panel members, found that “unscrupulous manufacturers” are to blame, as they intentionally engaged in sustained strategies to manipulate testing processes, misrepresent data, and mislead the market. He advised that as the construction industry has become “too complex and fragmented,” a single person should be appointed for the supervision of construction products. In response, the group Grenfell United said: “The inquiry report reveals that whenever there’s a clash between corporate interest and public safety, governments have done everything they can to avoid their responsibilities to keep people safe. The system isn’t broken, it was built this way.” (With inputs from agencies)

Grenfell Tower tragedy final report lays blame on companies, authorities; key takeaways

Britain will set out new legislation to stop water companies leaking sewage into rivers and seas by bringing in tougher penalties including imprisonment for bosses, and giving the regulator new powers.

UK aims to stop water pollution with tougher penalties, stronger regulation

British Foreign Minister David Lammy said 30 of around 350 UK licenses to export arms to Israel will be suspended. This because there is a risk the equipment might be used to commit serious violations of international humanitarian law.

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The people in Britain were, on Saturday&nbsp;(August 24), asked to stay inside amid a health alert as corrosive and acidic gas clouds engulfed the skies of the United Kingdom early in the morning.

In the country's weather maps, a huge cloud of sulphur dioxide (SO2) was seen covering the skies at 4 am local time after getting released in recent volcanic eruptions in Iceland.

SO2 is produced from crude oil or coal combustion, but volcanoes also produce it in huge quantities when they erupt.&nbsp;

People who inhale this gas can suffer from symptoms like a sore throat, coughing, a runny nose, burning eyes, tight lungs, and difficult&nbsp;breathing.

Some people can also suffer from asthma and chronic bronchitis due to&nbsp;direct exposure to SO2.

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This gas, which was emitted from coal, led to the famous London&nbsp;smog in 1952, when thousands of respiratory-related deaths were recorded.

SO2, when combined with water vapour present in the earth's atmosphere, leads to the formation of acid rain.

Young children and elderly people, who are especially vulnerable to SO2 inhalation, were advised to avoid exposure to the gas and stay inside.

<h2>People in Grindavik and the Blue Lagoon evacuated after volcanic eruption</h2>

The dangerous smog travelled from Iceland to London after it was released in a volcanic eruption in the Reykjanes Peninsula near Grindavik on Thursday (Aug 22).

The eruption was expected to take place because of the ongoing seismic activity in the area as well as the pressure changes in boreholes.

According to the reports, rescue teams were called up in Reykjanes and Olfus and thousands of residents in Grindavik and the Blue Lagoon were evacuated.

Watch:&nbsp;EU sends planes to battle fire in Madeira

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The residents were asked by local authorities to stay at a distance from the area to ensure their own safety.

The lava samples and seismic data recorded in the last three years amid eruptions were analysed by an international team of scientists.

It was found that the peninsula is present on an interconnected magma plumbing system which can keep volcanoes fed with molten rock.

Professor of petrology at Uppsala University and lead author Valentin Troll said, "A comparison of these eruptions with historical events provides strong evidence that Iceland will have to prepare and be ready for this volcanic episode to continue for some time, possibly even years&nbsp;to decades."&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)

The people in Britain were, on Saturday (August 24), asked to stay inside amid a health alert as corrosive and acidic gas clouds engulfed the skies of the United Kingdom early in the morning.

The people in Britain were, on Saturday (August 24), asked to stay inside amid a health alert as corrosive and acidic gas clouds engulfed the skies of the United Kingdom early in the morning. In the country's weather maps, a huge cloud of sulphur dioxide (SO2) was seen covering the skies at 4 am local time after getting released in recent volcanic eruptions in Iceland. SO2 is produced from crude oil or coal combustion, but volcanoes also produce it in huge quantities when they erupt. People who inhale this gas can suffer from symptoms like a sore throat, coughing, a runny nose, burning eyes, tight lungs, and difficult breathing. Some people can also suffer from asthma and chronic bronchitis due to direct exposure to SO2. Also Read: Brazil deploys 1,500 firefighters to tackle Amazon wildfires amidst severe drought This gas, which was emitted from coal, led to the famous London smog in 1952, when thousands of respiratory-related deaths were recorded. SO2, when combined with water vapour present in the earth's atmosphere, leads to the formation of acid rain. Young children and elderly people, who are especially vulnerable to SO2 inhalation, were advised to avoid exposure to the gas and stay inside. People in Grindavik and the Blue Lagoon evacuated after volcanic eruption The dangerous smog travelled from Iceland to London after it was released in a volcanic eruption in the Reykjanes Peninsula near Grindavik on Thursday (Aug 22). The eruption was expected to take place because of the ongoing seismic activity in the area as well as the pressure changes in boreholes. According to the reports, rescue teams were called up in Reykjanes and Olfus and thousands of residents in Grindavik and the Blue Lagoon were evacuated. Watch: EU sends planes to battle fire in Madeira The residents were asked by local authorities to stay at a distance from the area to ensure their own safety. The lava samples and seismic data recorded in the last three years amid eruptions were analysed by an international team of scientists. It was found that the peninsula is present on an interconnected magma plumbing system which can keep volcanoes fed with molten rock. Professor of petrology at Uppsala University and lead author Valentin Troll said, "A comparison of these eruptions with historical events provides strong evidence that Iceland will have to prepare and be ready for this volcanic episode to continue for some time, possibly even years to decades." (With inputs from agencies)

Britain on health alert, asks people to stay inside as corrosive gas fills skies in UK

The public speculation continues to mount on the sinking of the luxury yacht owned by late British Tech Tycoon Mike Lynch. The sinking of the yacht killed seven people including Lynch and his 18-year-old daughter. Watch the full video for all the details.

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Britain's&nbsp;102-year-old daredevil woman - Manette Baillie - marked her birthday by jumping from the plane at 7,000 feet above Beccles Airfield in East Anglia.

The oldest skydiver in the country took the daunting task of raising funds for three charities - the East Anglian Air Ambulance, Motor Neurone Disease Association and Benhall Village Hall.

Baillie had an adventurous life. She was appointed to the Woman’s Royal Naval Service (WRENS) in&nbsp;Egypt&nbsp;during the&nbsp;Second World War&nbsp;and had married a paratrooper.&nbsp;

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Bailee, who has still been driving regularly, marked her 100th birthday by driving a Ferrari racing car at the speed of 130 mph at Silverstone race course.

While speaking to Radio 4, Manette Baillie said, "I really don't do fear it's no good. It's 130 miles per hour to begin with before they pull the rip cords for the parachute and then it's gently floating down."

"I play an active part in the community and people often ask me what is the secret of old age. Of course, it is luck but I would say keep both physically and mentally active and socialise!" Baillie had earlier said.

<h2>Britain's&nbsp;oldest skydiver receives wishes from across the world</h2>

Baillie received birthday wishes from many people, including the Prince of Wales who wrote a personal letter to her and gave tips from avid parachutists.&nbsp;

According to her, the secret of her long and fulfilling life is spending time with "community, friends and being among people."

Watch:&nbsp;World's oldest woman dies at 117 in Spain

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"Keep busy, be interested in everything, be kind to those around you and let them be kind to you. And don’t forget to party," she said.

Reacting to Baillie's skydiving, the East Anglian Air Ambulance in a statement said, "We love hearing about the inspirational stories from EAAA supporters, so we were completely overwhelmed when we heard about Manette’s kindness and her exciting plans to celebrate her 102nd birthday."&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)

Britain's 102-year-old daredevil woman - Manette Baillie - marked her birthday by jumping from the plane at 7,000 feet above Beccles Airfield in East Anglia. The oldest skydiver in the country took the daunting task of raising funds for three charities - the East Anglian Air Ambulance, Motor Neurone Disease Association and Benhall Village Hall.

Britain's 102-year-old daredevil woman - Manette Baillie - marked her birthday by jumping from the plane at 7,000 feet above Beccles Airfield in East Anglia. The oldest skydiver in the country took the daunting task of raising funds for three charities - the East Anglian Air Ambulance, Motor Neurone Disease Association and Benhall Village Hall. Baillie had an adventurous life. She was appointed to the Woman’s Royal Naval Service (WRENS) in Egypt during the Second World War and had married a paratrooper. Also Read: World’s oldest person US-born Spanish Maria Branyas dies at 117 Bailee, who has still been driving regularly, marked her 100th birthday by driving a Ferrari racing car at the speed of 130 mph at Silverstone race course. While speaking to Radio 4, Manette Baillie said, "I really don't do fear it's no good. It's 130 miles per hour to begin with before they pull the rip cords for the parachute and then it's gently floating down." "I play an active part in the community and people often ask me what is the secret of old age. Of course, it is luck but I would say keep both physically and mentally active and socialise!" Baillie had earlier said. Britain's oldest skydiver receives wishes from across the world Baillie received birthday wishes from many people, including the Prince of Wales who wrote a personal letter to her and gave tips from avid parachutists. According to her, the secret of her long and fulfilling life is spending time with "community, friends and being among people." Watch: World's oldest woman dies at 117 in Spain "Keep busy, be interested in everything, be kind to those around you and let them be kind to you. And don’t forget to party," she said. Reacting to Baillie's skydiving, the East Anglian Air Ambulance in a statement said, "We love hearing about the inspirational stories from EAAA supporters, so we were completely overwhelmed when we heard about Manette’s kindness and her exciting plans to celebrate her 102nd birthday." (With inputs from agencies)

Britain's 102-year-old woman makes birthday jump from plane, becomes country's oldest skydiver

One man died and six people were missing after Bayesian, a 56-metre-long (184-ft) sailboat, was suddenly hit by ferocious weather and now an Italian climatologist has said that, Global warming may have contributed to the freak storm that sank the luxury British-flagged yacht...

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Riots involving anti-immigration protesters erupted in towns and cities across the UK after false information spread on social media claiming that the suspect in last week's murder of three young girls in Southport was a radical Muslim migrant.

UK's Starmer condemns widespread violent protests in wake of Southport murders

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer warned social media companies that they must uphold laws that prohibit the incitement of violence online after misinformation around a fatal mass stabbing earlier in the week sparked violent scenes.

UK PM Keir Starmer warns social media firms after Southport misinformation fuels riots

The UK's new government will drop its challenge to arrest warrants sought by an international court's prosecutor for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, Downing Street confirmed on Friday.

Former prime minister Rishi Sunak's government had told the&nbsp;International Criminal Court&nbsp;(ICC) it intended to submit a challenge to prosecutor Karim Khan's request in May for arrest warrants for Netanyahu and his defence minister Yoav Gallant over alleged war crimes in Gaza.&nbsp;

The UK had until Friday (Jul 26) to submit its questions to the court in The Hague, but the recently elected Labour government has confirmed it will not follow through with Sunak's plan.

"This was a proposal by the previous government which was not submitted before the election, and which I can confirm the government will not be pursuing in line with our long-standing position that this is a matter for the court to decide on", a Downing Street spokeswoman said.

"I think you would note that the courts have already received a number of submissions on either side, so they are well seized of the arguments to make their independent determinations," she added.

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Labour under former human rights lawyer Keir Starmer swept to power on July 4, defeating the Tories in a landslide general election win.

It has since announced the resumption of funding for the main UN agency for Palestinian refugees that had been paused under Sunak after Israeli claims that UNRWA members took part in the October 7 attacks against Israel.

Labour wants an immediate ceasefire in Israel's war with Hamas militants in Gaza and the release of hostages.

Israel's top ally the United States is still set to challenge the court's authority to issue arrest warrants against Netanyahu.

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As well as Netanyahu and Gallant, Khan is also seeking warrants against top Hamas leaders Yahya Sinwar, Ismail Haniyeh and Mohammed Deif, on suspicion of war crimes and crimes against humanity.

If granted by&nbsp;ICC&nbsp;judges, any of the 124&nbsp;ICC&nbsp;member states would technically be obliged to arrest Netanyahu and others if they travelled there.

However, the court has no mechanism to enforce its orders.

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The UK's new government will drop its challenge to arrest warrants sought by an international court's prosecutor for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, Downing Street confirmed on Friday.

The UK's new government will drop its challenge to arrest warrants sought by an international court's prosecutor for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, Downing Street confirmed on Friday. Former prime minister Rishi Sunak's government had told the International Criminal Court (ICC) it intended to submit a challenge to prosecutor Karim Khan's request in May for arrest warrants for Netanyahu and his defence minister Yoav Gallant over alleged war crimes in Gaza. The UK had until Friday (Jul 26) to submit its questions to the court in The Hague, but the recently elected Labour government has confirmed it will not follow through with Sunak's plan. "This was a proposal by the previous government which was not submitted before the election, and which I can confirm the government will not be pursuing in line with our long-standing position that this is a matter for the court to decide on", a Downing Street spokeswoman said. "I think you would note that the courts have already received a number of submissions on either side, so they are well seized of the arguments to make their independent determinations," she added. Watch | ICC arrest warrant against Netanyahu: 'ICC allegations a pack of lies,' says Netanyahu × Labour under former human rights lawyer Keir Starmer swept to power on July 4, defeating the Tories in a landslide general election win. It has since announced the resumption of funding for the main UN agency for Palestinian refugees that had been paused under Sunak after Israeli claims that UNRWA members took part in the October 7 attacks against Israel. Labour wants an immediate ceasefire in Israel's war with Hamas militants in Gaza and the release of hostages. Israel's top ally the United States is still set to challenge the court's authority to issue arrest warrants against Netanyahu. Also read | Biden, Netanyahu slam ICC after chief prosecutor seeks arrest warrants for Israeli PM, defence minister As well as Netanyahu and Gallant, Khan is also seeking warrants against top Hamas leaders Yahya Sinwar, Ismail Haniyeh and Mohammed Deif, on suspicion of war crimes and crimes against humanity. If granted by ICC judges, any of the 124 ICC member states would technically be obliged to arrest Netanyahu and others if they travelled there. However, the court has no mechanism to enforce its orders. Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

Change in policy towards Israel? UK drops its plan to challenge Netanyahu's arrest warrant

A police officer in the United Kingdom&nbsp;has been suspended after a video showing a man being kicked and stamped on the head at Manchester Airport went viral. Greater Manchester Police (GMP) confirmed that the officer was removed from all duties after a "thorough review of further information" regarding the incident which took place on Tuesday (July 23).

The video, which later&nbsp;went viral, showed the&nbsp;uniformed officer holding a taser over a man lying on the ground in Terminal 2 and striking him twice.&nbsp;The incident sparked an uproar after the clip went viral.&nbsp;

Meanwhile, Mayor of Greater Manchester Andy Burnham, who is set to meet the Home Secretary Yvette Cooper about the incident, called for calm.

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The Greater Manchester Police said there were "deep concerns" raised by the public after the video went viral.&nbsp;

The footage triggered a protest outside Rochdale police station on Wednesday night (July 24), where hundreds of demonstrators gathered and&nbsp;chanted&nbsp;"shame on you."

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Prior to the incident captured on&nbsp;the video, a police spokesperson reported that firearms officers were punched to the ground while attempting to make an arrest following a fight at the airport.&nbsp;

The spokesperson noted a “clear risk” that the officers' weapons could be seized. All three officers involved were hospitalised, with one suffering a broken nose.

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Following the incident, four men were arrested on suspicion of assault and affray; they have since been released on&nbsp;bail. The exact cause of the incident remains unclear, but Mayor Burnham suggested it was due to an issue on a flight arriving in Manchester.

"When the flight landed, two individuals were waiting for their mum, who indicated there had been an issue," Burnham explained. "She pointed somebody out, leading to an altercation in the arrivals hall."&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)

A police officer in the United Kingdom has been suspended after a video showing a man being kicked and stamped on the head at Manchester Airport went viral. Greater Manchester Police (GMP) confirmed that the officer was removed from all duties after a "thorough review of further information" regarding the incident which took place on Tuesday (July 23).

A police officer in the United Kingdom has been suspended after a video showing a man being kicked and stamped on the head at Manchester Airport went viral. Greater Manchester Police (GMP) confirmed that the officer was removed from all duties after a "thorough review of further information" regarding the incident which took place on Tuesday (July 23). The video, which later went viral, showed the uniformed officer holding a taser over a man lying on the ground in Terminal 2 and striking him twice. The incident sparked an uproar after the clip went viral. Meanwhile, Mayor of Greater Manchester Andy Burnham, who is set to meet the Home Secretary Yvette Cooper about the incident, called for calm. Following a thorough review of further information that has become available in relation to an incident at Manchester Airport on Tuesday evening, Greater Manchester Police has suspended a police officer from all duties. pic.twitter.com/nDPp9XZayD — Greater Manchester Police (@gmpolice) July 25, 2024 × The Greater Manchester Police said there were "deep concerns" raised by the public after the video went viral. The footage triggered a protest outside Rochdale police station on Wednesday night (July 24), where hundreds of demonstrators gathered and chanted "shame on you." Also read | 'Vile' abuse and hate forces UK's first 'anti-Muslim hatred tsar' to quit before taking office Prior to the incident captured on the video, a police spokesperson reported that firearms officers were punched to the ground while attempting to make an arrest following a fight at the airport. The spokesperson noted a “clear risk” that the officers' weapons could be seized. All three officers involved were hospitalised, with one suffering a broken nose. Also watch | Gravitas: Booze culture pushing away Muslim cricketers in UK? × Following the incident, four men were arrested on suspicion of assault and affray; they have since been released on bail. The exact cause of the incident remains unclear, but Mayor Burnham suggested it was due to an issue on a flight arriving in Manchester. "When the flight landed, two individuals were waiting for their mum, who indicated there had been an issue," Burnham explained. "She pointed somebody out, leading to an altercation in the arrivals hall." (With inputs from agencies)

British police officer seen kicking Muslim man at Manchester airport suspended

#Graviats | New British Army Chief warns Army to be ready in three years to fight a war against an "axis of upheaval"— Russia, China, Iran, and North Korea. The General aims to double the ability of the army to fight and kill by 2027 and destroy an enemy force of at least three times their size.

China will start world war in three years: British Army chief tells all to get ready

A British army officer was seriously injured in a stabbing attack near&nbsp;barracks in southeast England, according to witnesses and police reports on Wednesday (July 24).

Kent Police confirmed the arrest of a 24-year-old man on suspicion of attempted murder shortly after the incident. Authorities said that the attacker acted alone and that the stabbing is not believed to be related to terrorism.&nbsp;

Investigators are exploring whether the suspect's mental health played a role in the attack.

The officer, in his 40s, sustained severe injuries and was airlifted to a hospital. He is reported to be in serious but stable condition.

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United Kingdom Prime Minister Keir Starmer reacted to the incident and said, "All our thoughts are with the soldier, his family, and our Armed Forces community, who serve to keep all of us safe. I wish him a swift recovery."&nbsp;

Defence Secretary John Healey also condemned the attack and described it as "shocking."

The incident occurred Tuesday (July 23) evening in Gillingham, approximately 30 miles (48.28 kilometres)&nbsp;southeast of London. Witnesses reported that a masked attacker on a motorcycle stabbed the officer before fleeing the scene.

Within half an hour, police arrested a suspect and seized several knives. British police typically do not release the names of suspects until they are formally charged.

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The location of the attack is near Brompton Barracks, the headquarters of the British Army's 1 Royal School of Military Engineering Regiment.&nbsp;

"Our thoughts are with the soldier and their family, and we request that their privacy is respected at this difficult time," the army said in a statement. "We will continue to work closely with Kent Police to understand what happened and support the investigation."

Attacks on soldiers in Britain are rare. In 2013, two men inspired by&nbsp;al-Qaeda murdered 25-year-old soldier Lee Rigby in London by stabbing him to death. The attackers were sentenced to life in prison.

(With inputs from agencies)

A British army officer was seriously injured in a stabbing attack near barracks in southeast England, according to witnesses and police reports on Wednesday (July 24).

A British army officer was seriously injured in a stabbing attack near barracks in southeast England, according to witnesses and police reports on Wednesday (July 24). Kent Police confirmed the arrest of a 24-year-old man on suspicion of attempted murder shortly after the incident. Authorities said that the attacker acted alone and that the stabbing is not believed to be related to terrorism. Investigators are exploring whether the suspect's mental health played a role in the attack. The officer, in his 40s, sustained severe injuries and was airlifted to a hospital. He is reported to be in serious but stable condition. Also read | British Army used solar panels manufactured by forced labour in China: Report United Kingdom Prime Minister Keir Starmer reacted to the incident and said, "All our thoughts are with the soldier, his family, and our Armed Forces community, who serve to keep all of us safe. I wish him a swift recovery." Defence Secretary John Healey also condemned the attack and described it as "shocking." The incident occurred Tuesday (July 23) evening in Gillingham, approximately 30 miles (48.28 kilometres) southeast of London. Witnesses reported that a masked attacker on a motorcycle stabbed the officer before fleeing the scene. Within half an hour, police arrested a suspect and seized several knives. British police typically do not release the names of suspects until they are formally charged. Also watch | British Military Might 'Shrinking' × The location of the attack is near Brompton Barracks, the headquarters of the British Army's 1 Royal School of Military Engineering Regiment. "Our thoughts are with the soldier and their family, and we request that their privacy is respected at this difficult time," the army said in a statement. "We will continue to work closely with Kent Police to understand what happened and support the investigation." Attacks on soldiers in Britain are rare. In 2013, two men inspired by al-Qaeda murdered 25-year-old soldier Lee Rigby in London by stabbing him to death. The attackers were sentenced to life in prison. (With inputs from agencies)

British army officer stabbed in Kent; UK PM Starmer reacts

India and UK have been negotiating a proposed free trade agreement (FTA) for more than two years to boost trade between the two nations. However, a landslide victory for the Labour Party in the UK elections could lead to a change in the dynamic of the FTA negotiations. Watch in for more details!

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Workers in the United Kingdom&nbsp;under the new Labour government&nbsp;would be able to ignore emails outside office hours under&nbsp;sweeping rights reforms. The new guidance for employers is being led by Deputy Prime Minister Angela Rayner under which employees would get the "right to switch off".&nbsp;

They would be spared from any obligation to check emails or WhatsApp messages or answer calls from the upper hierarchy, beyond work hours, weekends and while on holiday.&nbsp;

The Labour administration wants to change the culture of the workplace and help boost economic growth - one of the biggest poll planks of Prime Minister Keir Starmer.&nbsp;

The move has been welcomed by the union bosses who believe that it will help employees decompress better.&nbsp;

“No one should be pushed to the brink because of their job. Ever increasing hours, pace and expectations at work are causing problems up and down the country. This is a recipe for burnt-out Britain," Trades Union Congress (TUC) General Secretary Paul Nowak was quoted as saying by i&nbsp;newspaper.&nbsp;

“So we welcome these measures to tackle work intensity. Introducing a right to switch off will let workers properly disconnect outside of working hours.”

Based on the controversial 'French style' reforms, the measure, however, would not be mandatory for firms and not enshrined in the new&nbsp;Employment Rights Bill, according to UK media reports.&nbsp;

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<h2>Australia passes similar law</h2>

Earlier this year, Australian lawmakers passed legislation that gives employees the 'right to disconnect' by ignoring unreasonable calls and messages from their bosses outside of work hours.&nbsp;

Tony Burke, the minister for employment and workplace relations emphasises that the law was brought in to give employees certain rights.&nbsp;

"The world is connected, but that has created a problem," said Burke.

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"If you're in a job where you're only paid for the exact hours that you're working, some people are now constantly in a situation of getting in trouble if they're not checking their emails, it is being expected to be working for a whole lot of time that they're not being paid. That's just unreasonable," he added.&nbsp;

Australia joined the likes of France, Belgium and Kenya&nbsp;who&nbsp;have introduced similar legislation.&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)

Workers in the United Kingdom under the new Labour government would be able to ignore emails outside office hours under sweeping rights reforms. The new guidance for employers is being led by Deputy Prime Minister Angela Rayner under which employees would get the "right to switch off".

Workers in the United Kingdom under the new Labour government would be able to ignore emails outside office hours under sweeping rights reforms. The new guidance for employers is being led by Deputy Prime Minister Angela Rayner under which employees would get the "right to switch off". They would be spared from any obligation to check emails or WhatsApp messages or answer calls from the upper hierarchy, beyond work hours, weekends and while on holiday. The Labour administration wants to change the culture of the workplace and help boost economic growth - one of the biggest poll planks of Prime Minister Keir Starmer. The move has been welcomed by the union bosses who believe that it will help employees decompress better. “No one should be pushed to the brink because of their job. Ever increasing hours, pace and expectations at work are causing problems up and down the country. This is a recipe for burnt-out Britain," Trades Union Congress (TUC) General Secretary Paul Nowak was quoted as saying by i newspaper. “So we welcome these measures to tackle work intensity. Introducing a right to switch off will let workers properly disconnect outside of working hours.” Based on the controversial 'French style' reforms, the measure, however, would not be mandatory for firms and not enshrined in the new Employment Rights Bill, according to UK media reports. Watch | Gravitas: Why bosses should tell employees to slow down sometimes Australia passes similar law Earlier this year, Australian lawmakers passed legislation that gives employees the 'right to disconnect' by ignoring unreasonable calls and messages from their bosses outside of work hours. Tony Burke, the minister for employment and workplace relations emphasises that the law was brought in to give employees certain rights. "The world is connected, but that has created a problem," said Burke. Also read | 'Right to ignore': Australia to allow workers to shun their employers "If you're in a job where you're only paid for the exact hours that you're working, some people are now constantly in a situation of getting in trouble if they're not checking their emails, it is being expected to be working for a whole lot of time that they're not being paid. That's just unreasonable," he added. Australia joined the likes of France, Belgium and Kenya who have introduced similar legislation. (With inputs from agencies)

UK to allow employees to ignore calls, texts from bosses after work hours

In one of the largest Beach strandings, at least 65 pilot whales have died on an island off the North Coast of Scotland in Britain. The British Drivers Marine Life Rescue said that it had altered alerted about the stranding.

Britain's largest whale stranding: 65 long-finned pilot whales die on Scottish Island

Rachel Reeves becomes Britain's first female finance minister after the Labour Party's landslide election victory on Friday.

Reeves, born on February 13, 1979, is a former chess champion and an ex-Bank of England economist who joined the party at the age of 16. She became the Labour's finance policy chief in 2021 and then served as the shadow Chancellor of the Exchequer. She has been a member of Parliament for Leeds West from 2010 to 2024. Now, the main question is: what will be her opening 'gambit' in this tricky fiscal situation?

The party has promised investments in health and education and also stressed the need to balance the books. Reeves has emphasised the need for fiscal stability amid public debt nearing 100 per cent of GDP, a level not seen since the 1960s. Reeves said in her opening remarks post-victory, 'And as Chancellor, I will put forward a new charter for budget responsibility, a new fiscal lock guaranteeing in law that any government making permanent and significant tax and spending changes will be subject to an independent forecast from the Office for Budget Responsibility.'

Reeves also criticised previous financial reforms. 'Never again. Never again will we allow a repeat of the devastation that Liz Truss and the Tory party have inflicted upon family finances. Never again will a prime minister or chancellor be allowed to rush through plans that are uncosted, unscrutinised and wholly detached from economic reality,' she said.

Labour Party leader Keir Starmer has been vocal about boosting economic growth and the need for private capital investments. The party has announced reforms in the pensions and savings industry, which could potentially help Britain's businesses. Speculations surround tax reforms. However, analysts at JP Morgan expect the party's policies to be 'neutral' for the sector.

British Pound and Stocks surged on Friday following Labour's victory. But can this growth be sustained as economic realities kick in? Reeves seems confident about the future when she says, 'What people will be asking themselves at the next election is this - are me and my family better off with a Conservative government? And the answer is no.'

Rachel Reeves becomes Britain's first female finance minister after the Labour Party's landslide election victory on Friday. Reeves, born on February 13, 1979, is a former chess champion and an ex-Bank of England economist who joined the party at the age of 16.

Rachel Reeves becomes Britain's first female finance minister after the Labour Party's landslide election victory on Friday. Reeves, born on February 13, 1979, is a former chess champion and an ex-Bank of England economist who joined the party at the age of 16. She became the Labour's finance policy chief in 2021 and then served as the shadow Chancellor of the Exchequer. She has been a member of Parliament for Leeds West from 2010 to 2024. Now, the main question is: what will be her opening 'gambit' in this tricky fiscal situation? The party has promised investments in health and education and also stressed the need to balance the books. Reeves has emphasised the need for fiscal stability amid public debt nearing 100 per cent of GDP, a level not seen since the 1960s. Reeves said in her opening remarks post-victory, 'And as Chancellor, I will put forward a new charter for budget responsibility, a new fiscal lock guaranteeing in law that any government making permanent and significant tax and spending changes will be subject to an independent forecast from the Office for Budget Responsibility.' Reeves also criticised previous financial reforms. 'Never again. Never again will we allow a repeat of the devastation that Liz Truss and the Tory party have inflicted upon family finances. Never again will a prime minister or chancellor be allowed to rush through plans that are uncosted, unscrutinised and wholly detached from economic reality,' she said. Labour Party leader Keir Starmer has been vocal about boosting economic growth and the need for private capital investments. The party has announced reforms in the pensions and savings industry, which could potentially help Britain's businesses. Speculations surround tax reforms. However, analysts at JP Morgan expect the party's policies to be 'neutral' for the sector. British Pound and Stocks surged on Friday following Labour's victory. But can this growth be sustained as economic realities kick in? Reeves seems confident about the future when she says, 'What people will be asking themselves at the next election is this - are me and my family better off with a Conservative government? And the answer is no.'

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Keir Starmer on Friday officially became Britain’s new prime minister after an audience with King Charles III at Buckingham Palace, hours after his Labour Party won the general elections. Watch in for more details!

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