Sex education in England's primary schools may soon see a ban for children under nine. As per a newly proposed guidance, "explicit" discussions such as those on topics like contraception could also be banned for those under 13 years of age.

<h2>The new sex education guidelines</h2>

The revised guidelines on relationships, sex and health education, as per The Guardian, are expected to be published this week by England's education secretary, Gillian Keegan.

Reports suggest that Keegan would recommend that schools be banned from teaching sex education of any type to children before year 5, when they are aged nine.

"Most schools are doing a great job, however, there have been many concerning reports, and these limits are based on advice from an expert panel," an unnamed Whitehall source told The Guardian.

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However, schools will have the flexibility to discuss certain topics outside the proscribed age groups. This will be true only in certain circumstances, such&nbsp;as if a child shares an inappropriate image with the class, etc.

"It's never an easy balance to make to ensure children are both prepared but also able to remain children, but this guidance achieves that," added the source.

<h2>Parents to have a bigger say</h2>

Furthermore, the guidance will require schools to share all classroom materials with parents.

It might also potentially contain restrictions on teachings about gender and education.

As per the Daily Telegraph, while details were "still being finalised," the guidance will mandate that teachers say that there are two biological sexes.

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It also makes clear that "gender ideology" involving discussions regarding changes in gender is a "contested subject".

These revised guidelines as per reports are far more detailed about what schools can and cannot teach in sex education up to the ages of 13, which would be year 9 in school. Sexual education before that is to be limited to "basic facts" of birth and conception, the importance of families, friendships etc.

(With inputs from agencies)

Sex education in England's primary schools may soon see a ban for children under nine. As per a newly proposed guidance, "explicit" discussions such as those on topics like contraception could also be banned for those under 13 years of age.

Sex education in England's primary schools may soon see a ban for children under nine. As per a newly proposed guidance, "explicit" discussions such as those on topics like contraception could also be banned for those under 13 years of age. The new sex education guidelines The revised guidelines on relationships, sex and health education, as per The Guardian, are expected to be published this week by England's education secretary, Gillian Keegan. Reports suggest that Keegan would recommend that schools be banned from teaching sex education of any type to children before year 5, when they are aged nine. "Most schools are doing a great job, however, there have been many concerning reports, and these limits are based on advice from an expert panel," an unnamed Whitehall source told The Guardian. Also read | Canada wildfires threaten its biggest oil sands hub amid evacuation orders However, schools will have the flexibility to discuss certain topics outside the proscribed age groups. This will be true only in certain circumstances, such as if a child shares an inappropriate image with the class, etc. "It's never an easy balance to make to ensure children are both prepared but also able to remain children, but this guidance achieves that," added the source. Parents to have a bigger say Furthermore, the guidance will require schools to share all classroom materials with parents. It might also potentially contain restrictions on teachings about gender and education. As per the Daily Telegraph, while details were "still being finalised," the guidance will mandate that teachers say that there are two biological sexes. Also read | Biden moves forward to send over $1 billion in new arms for Israel: Reports It also makes clear that "gender ideology" involving discussions regarding changes in gender is a "contested subject". These revised guidelines as per reports are far more detailed about what schools can and cannot teach in sex education up to the ages of 13, which would be year 9 in school. Sexual education before that is to be limited to "basic facts" of birth and conception, the importance of families, friendships etc. (With inputs from agencies)

England to revise sex education guidelines, ban 'explicit' topics like contraception and gender

England's pharmacists have now raised a new alarm - they say medicine shortage in England is beyond critical. Pharmacists have warned that patients are at risk of immediate harm and even death.

UK: Record of shortage of drugs in England, Community Pharmacy England issues report

England's 15-member squad for the T20 World Cup squad has been named with Jofra Archer returning to the side after being sidelined for over a year.&nbsp;The World Cup gets underway in the West Indies and the United States of America in June and England will be hoping to defend their title, having won the previous edition in Australia in 2022.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Archer, who has been struggling with injury issues in recent times last played for England in March 2023 during the Bangladesh tour and has been missing in action since then. Archer's return will provide a massive boost to England's chances, and will be aided by Chris Jordan.

The Surrey bowler had also been pushed to the periphery of the squad after being slogged around for plenty in the 2021 T20 World Cup semifinal against New Zealand.&nbsp;

Jos Buttler will lead the English contingent once again as Will Jacks, Phil Salt and Jonny Bairstow will comprise the top-order alongside him. Harry Brook, Liam Livingstone and Sam Curran have been slotted in the middle and lower middle-order while&nbsp;Adil Rashid will lead the spin attack flanked by Tom Hartley.

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<h2>England vs Pakistan series&nbsp;</h2>

The England men's selection panel said the preliminary WC squad announced will also take on Pakistan in the four-match T20 series that gets underway next month in Leeds.&nbsp;&nbsp;

England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) has confirmed that owing to the Pakistan series, none of the English players, currently plying their trade in the Indian Premier League (IPL), will be available for the playoffs.&nbsp;

The World Cup squad will fly to the Caribbean on May 31 ahead of England’s opening group match against Scotland at the Kensington Oval, Barbados, on June 4.

Notably, according to ICC guidelines, all teams are allowed to make changes to their squad until May 25, after which&nbsp;any alteration will require approval from ICC's Event Technical Committee.

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England squad:

Jos Buttler (c), Moeen Ali, Jofra Archer, Jonathan Bairstow, Harry Brook, Sam Curran, Ben Duckett, Tom Hartley, Will Jacks, Chris Jordan, Liam Livingstone, Adil Rashid, Phil Salt, Reece Topley, Mark Wood

(With inputs from agencies)

England's 15-member squad for the T20 World Cup squad has been named with Jofra Archer returning to the side after being sidelined for over a year. The World Cup gets underway in the West Indies and the United States of America in June and England will be hoping to defend their title, having won the previous edition in Australia in 2022.

England's 15-member squad for the T20 World Cup squad has been named with Jofra Archer returning to the side after being sidelined for over a year. The World Cup gets underway in the West Indies and the United States of America in June and England will be hoping to defend their title, having won the previous edition in Australia in 2022. Archer, who has been struggling with injury issues in recent times last played for England in March 2023 during the Bangladesh tour and has been missing in action since then. Archer's return will provide a massive boost to England's chances, and will be aided by Chris Jordan. The Surrey bowler had also been pushed to the periphery of the squad after being slogged around for plenty in the 2021 T20 World Cup semifinal against New Zealand. Jos Buttler will lead the English contingent once again as Will Jacks, Phil Salt and Jonny Bairstow will comprise the top-order alongside him. Harry Brook, Liam Livingstone and Sam Curran have been slotted in the middle and lower middle-order while Adil Rashid will lead the spin attack flanked by Tom Hartley. Also read | ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2024: Latest updates of all squads named so far England vs Pakistan series The England men's selection panel said the preliminary WC squad announced will also take on Pakistan in the four-match T20 series that gets underway next month in Leeds. England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) has confirmed that owing to the Pakistan series, none of the English players, currently plying their trade in the Indian Premier League (IPL), will be available for the playoffs. The World Cup squad will fly to the Caribbean on May 31 ahead of England’s opening group match against Scotland at the Kensington Oval, Barbados, on June 4. Notably, according to ICC guidelines, all teams are allowed to make changes to their squad until May 25, after which any alteration will require approval from ICC's Event Technical Committee. Also read | T20 World Cup: No international return for Faf du Plessis as Anrich Nortje included in South Africa squad England squad: Jos Buttler (c), Moeen Ali, Jofra Archer, Jonathan Bairstow, Harry Brook, Sam Curran, Ben Duckett, Tom Hartley, Will Jacks, Chris Jordan, Liam Livingstone, Adil Rashid, Phil Salt, Reece Topley, Mark Wood (With inputs from agencies)

England’s T20 World Cup team announced: Jofra Archer returns to 15-member squad

Lucy Letby, the former neonatal nurse in jail for murdering seven newborn babies and attempting to kill another six babies at a hospital in northwest England where she worked, has renewed her attempts to appeal against the conviction.

She is currently serving 14 whole-life prison terms at HMP Bronzefield prison in Surrey for murdering five baby boys and two baby girls between 2015 and 2016 at the Countess of Chester Hospital. Last year, she was found guilty by the Manchester Crown Court after a 10-month-long trial.

At her trial, the jury was told that she carried out the murders by injecting some of them with insulin and others with air or force-fed milk.

<h2>Attempts at appeal</h2>

The 34-year-old "angel of death" initially tried to appeal against the conviction shortly after her trial ended in August 2023. However, she was denied permission to do so by a single judge.

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Further attempting to overturn this decision, she is availing her right to a second-stage appeal, where her application will be renewed before a panel of judges at the Court of Appeals in London.

She appeared&nbsp;before Judges Dame Victoria Sharp, Lord Justice Holroyde and Lady Justice Lambert via a video link from the prison on Monday (Apr 22), and presented her case.

The former nurse, as per The Guardian, is&nbsp;contesting the denial of appeal on four grounds, and the argument that she was wrongly denied applications made by her legal team during the case.&nbsp;

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However, as per the BBC, Letby, who was in her 20s when she murdered the newborns, is due to be re-tried on one charge of attempted murder, which the jury at her trial was unable to decide on. The re-trial is scheduled for June, and to avoid any prejudice among the jury, the media is not permitted to report the full details of the appeal hearing at this stage.

(With inputs from agencies)

Lucy Letby, the former neonatal nurse in jail for murdering seven newborn babies and attempting to kill another six babies at a hospital in northwest England where she worked, has renewed her attempts to appeal against the conviction.

Lucy Letby, the former neonatal nurse in jail for murdering seven newborn babies and attempting to kill another six babies at a hospital in northwest England where she worked, has renewed her attempts to appeal against the conviction. She is currently serving 14 whole-life prison terms at HMP Bronzefield prison in Surrey for murdering five baby boys and two baby girls between 2015 and 2016 at the Countess of Chester Hospital. Last year, she was found guilty by the Manchester Crown Court after a 10-month-long trial. At her trial, the jury was told that she carried out the murders by injecting some of them with insulin and others with air or force-fed milk. Attempts at appeal The 34-year-old "angel of death" initially tried to appeal against the conviction shortly after her trial ended in August 2023. However, she was denied permission to do so by a single judge. Also read | UK nurse Lucy Letby to appeal conviction for killing seven babies Further attempting to overturn this decision, she is availing her right to a second-stage appeal, where her application will be renewed before a panel of judges at the Court of Appeals in London. She appeared before Judges Dame Victoria Sharp, Lord Justice Holroyde and Lady Justice Lambert via a video link from the prison on Monday (Apr 22), and presented her case. The former nurse, as per The Guardian, is contesting the denial of appeal on four grounds, and the argument that she was wrongly denied applications made by her legal team during the case. Also read | Keeping trash safe: Tokyo battles crow nuisance with high-tech ‘crow controller’. Watch how it works However, as per the BBC, Letby, who was in her 20s when she murdered the newborns, is due to be re-tried on one charge of attempted murder, which the jury at her trial was unable to decide on. The re-trial is scheduled for June, and to avoid any prejudice among the jury, the media is not permitted to report the full details of the appeal hearing at this stage. (With inputs from agencies)

'Angel of death' British nurse Lucy Letby tries to appeal murder convictions for second time

Stonehenge, which is a prehistoric megalithic structure in England, might be linked to the Moon and the Sun, archaeologists and astronomers believe. The experts think that it could have been designed to align with the Moon, as well as the Sun.&nbsp;

English Heritage, which is a charity that manages historic monuments, buildings and places, announced that it will investigate if the landmark’s stones align with the Moon during the upcoming "major lunar standstill".&nbsp;

The charity will work with experts at four other leading institutions on the project.&nbsp;

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The major lunar standstill is when moonrise and moonset are furthest apart along Earth's horizon - a phenomenon, which occurs every 18.6 years. The northernmost and southernmost positions of the moon are at their furthest apart along the horizon during a major lunar standstill.&nbsp;

The experts are trying to analyse whether or not Stonehenge’s design and purpose were a result of the lunar movements.&nbsp;

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As quoted by the University of Leicester, Jennifer Wexler, English Heritage historian for Stonehenge said, "We're excited to be working with a brilliant team of archaeoastronomers to explore the fascinating link between Stonehenge and the major lunar standstill."&nbsp;

"Rarer even than once in a blue moon, this opportunity allows us to delve deeper into the monument's ancient mysteries and its relationship with celestial phenomena," Wexler added.&nbsp;

"We'll be inviting the public to join us through a series of events this year as we take one more small step towards unravelling the secrets of Stonehenge," she added.&nbsp;

History tells us that the Stonehenge was built in several stages. The first monument was an early henge monument, built about 5,000 years ago, and the unique stone circle was erected in the late Neolithic period about 2500 BC. And, many burial mounds were built nearby in the early Bronze Age.&nbsp;

There are several mysteries linked to the origin of Stonehenge. But in 2022, some researchers claimed to have solved the mystery of Stonehenge as they concluded that the site was created based on a solar year of 365.25 days to help people keep track of days, weeks and months.

Stonehenge, which is a prehistoric megalithic structure in England, might be linked to the Moon and the Sun, archaeologists and astronomers believe. The experts think that it could have been designed to align with the Moon, as well as the Sun.

Stonehenge, which is a prehistoric megalithic structure in England, might be linked to the Moon and the Sun, archaeologists and astronomers believe. The experts think that it could have been designed to align with the Moon, as well as the Sun. English Heritage, which is a charity that manages historic monuments, buildings and places, announced that it will investigate if the landmark’s stones align with the Moon during the upcoming "major lunar standstill". The charity will work with experts at four other leading institutions on the project. Also read: Chagas disease: What you need to know about the illness from 'kissing bugs' The major lunar standstill is when moonrise and moonset are furthest apart along Earth's horizon - a phenomenon, which occurs every 18.6 years. The northernmost and southernmost positions of the moon are at their furthest apart along the horizon during a major lunar standstill. The experts are trying to analyse whether or not Stonehenge’s design and purpose were a result of the lunar movements. Also read: Sleep triggers built-in garbage disposal system in our brains, startling study shows As quoted by the University of Leicester, Jennifer Wexler, English Heritage historian for Stonehenge said, "We're excited to be working with a brilliant team of archaeoastronomers to explore the fascinating link between Stonehenge and the major lunar standstill." "Rarer even than once in a blue moon, this opportunity allows us to delve deeper into the monument's ancient mysteries and its relationship with celestial phenomena," Wexler added. "We'll be inviting the public to join us through a series of events this year as we take one more small step towards unravelling the secrets of Stonehenge," she added. History tells us that the Stonehenge was built in several stages. The first monument was an early henge monument, built about 5,000 years ago, and the unique stone circle was erected in the late Neolithic period about 2500 BC. And, many burial mounds were built nearby in the early Bronze Age. There are several mysteries linked to the origin of Stonehenge. But in 2022, some researchers claimed to have solved the mystery of Stonehenge as they concluded that the site was created based on a solar year of 365.25 days to help people keep track of days, weeks and months.

Experts believe rare lunar event may be linked to Stonehenge's alignment

Floods have battered southeast England. A combination of high tides and strong winds have led to flooding across the United Kingdom holiday homes. Watch in for more details!

Flooding submerges holiday homes in southeast England

The 111-year-old from England, United Kingdom, John Alfred Tinniswood is now the world’s oldest living man and he says his longevity was “just luck”. Born in 1912, Tinniswood said there is no special secret to his diet, although he eats fish and chips every Friday.

<h2>World’s oldest man</h2>

Guinness World Records (GWR) confirmed that Tinniswood is now the world’s oldest man after the death of Juan Vicente Pérez Mora, 114, earlier this month.&nbsp;

The Guinness also awarded the title to the 111-year-old after 112-year-old Gisaburo Sonobe, from Japan, was confirmed to have died on March 31.&nbsp;

As of April 5, Tinniswood&nbsp;was&nbsp;111 years and 223 days old, according to the GWR.&nbsp;

Born in Liverpool, on August 26, 1912 – the same year that the Titanic sank – Tinniswood is currently living at a care home in Southport, where the staff has reportedly described him as a “big chatterbox”.

Speaking about the secret to his longevity, he said, “You either live long or you live short, and you can’t do much about it.”&nbsp;

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Tinniswood also said that he does not follow any particular diet except for eating a portion of battered fish and chips every Friday.&nbsp;

“I eat what they give me and so does everybody else. I don’t have a special diet,” he told the Guinness World Records official.&nbsp;

The 111-year-old does not smoke and rarely drinks alcohol and his advice for staying healthy is to practice moderation.&nbsp;

“If you drink too much or you eat too much or you walk too much; if you do too much of anything, you’re going to suffer eventually,” said Tinniswood.&nbsp;

Notably, the 111-year-old was not fazed when he became the world’s oldest man, having become the oldest man in the UK in 2020. “Doesn’t make any difference to me,” he said.&nbsp;

<h2>About his life</h2>

The 111-year-old is a great-grandfather, has lived through both world wars and is the world’s oldest surviving male World War II&nbsp;veteran.&nbsp;

Tinniswood was 27 when the Second World War broke out, and despite having eyesight issues served an administrative role for the Army Pay Corps.&nbsp;

After the war, the 111-year-old went on to work in accounts for Shell and BP up until his retirement more than 50 years ago.&nbsp;

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He met his wife, Blodwen, at a dance in Liverpool and one of his fondest memories is of their wedding in 1942. The couple was together for 44 years before Blodwen passed away in 1986.

Tinniswood has four grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. Since he turned 100, in 2012, he has received a birthday card each year from the late Queen Elizabeth.&nbsp;

His advice to the younger generation is, “Always do the best you can, whether you’re learning something or whether you’re teaching someone.”&nbsp;

He added, “Give it all you’ve got. Otherwise it’s not worth bothering with.”

(With inputs from agencies) 
&nbsp;

The 111-year-old from England, United Kingdom, John Alfred Tinniswood is now the world’s oldest living man and he says his longevity was “just luck”. Born in 1912, Tinniswood said there is no special secret to his diet, although he eats fish and chips every Friday.

The 111-year-old from England, United Kingdom, John Alfred Tinniswood is now the world’s oldest living man and he says his longevity was “just luck”. Born in 1912, Tinniswood said there is no special secret to his diet, although he eats fish and chips every Friday. World’s oldest man Guinness World Records (GWR) confirmed that Tinniswood is now the world’s oldest man after the death of Juan Vicente Pérez Mora, 114, earlier this month. The Guinness also awarded the title to the 111-year-old after 112-year-old Gisaburo Sonobe, from Japan, was confirmed to have died on March 31. As of April 5, Tinniswood was 111 years and 223 days old, according to the GWR. Born in Liverpool, on August 26, 1912 – the same year that the Titanic sank – Tinniswood is currently living at a care home in Southport, where the staff has reportedly described him as a “big chatterbox”. Speaking about the secret to his longevity, he said, “You either live long or you live short, and you can’t do much about it.” Also Read | Exclusive | 12-year-old Aaryan Shukla creates Guinness World Record for fastest mental math calculation Tinniswood also said that he does not follow any particular diet except for eating a portion of battered fish and chips every Friday. “I eat what they give me and so does everybody else. I don’t have a special diet,” he told the Guinness World Records official. The 111-year-old does not smoke and rarely drinks alcohol and his advice for staying healthy is to practice moderation. “If you drink too much or you eat too much or you walk too much; if you do too much of anything, you’re going to suffer eventually,” said Tinniswood. Notably, the 111-year-old was not fazed when he became the world’s oldest man, having become the oldest man in the UK in 2020. “Doesn’t make any difference to me,” he said. About his life The 111-year-old is a great-grandfather, has lived through both world wars and is the world’s oldest surviving male World War II veteran. Tinniswood was 27 when the Second World War broke out, and despite having eyesight issues served an administrative role for the Army Pay Corps. After the war, the 111-year-old went on to work in accounts for Shell and BP up until his retirement more than 50 years ago. Also Read | World’s oldest man, Juan Vicente Pérez Mora, dies at the age of 114 He met his wife, Blodwen, at a dance in Liverpool and one of his fondest memories is of their wedding in 1942. The couple was together for 44 years before Blodwen passed away in 1986. Tinniswood has four grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. Since he turned 100, in 2012, he has received a birthday card each year from the late Queen Elizabeth. His advice to the younger generation is, “Always do the best you can, whether you’re learning something or whether you’re teaching someone.” He added, “Give it all you’ve got. Otherwise it’s not worth bothering with.” (With inputs from agencies)

Briton, John Tinniswood, becomes world’s oldest man at 111, calls it ‘pure luck’

Trigger warning: Some readers may find the details of this report disturbing. Discretion is advised.

A former UK teacher who is in jail for raping a child while working as the deputy head at a primary school has now been banned from ever teaching again.

44-year-old Julie Morris was imprisoned for filming the abuse as she and her boyfriend David Morris, 52, raped a schoolgirl aged 13.

As per a Metro UK report, the duo made their "graphic and depraved" plans a "sordid" reality.

<h2>Locked up</h2>

Julie Morris was locked up in December 2021 after admitting to 18 sex offences unrelated to her job as the 'safeguarding lead' at St George’s Central Primary School in Tyldesley, near Wigan.

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Her partner, David Morris, a mechanic, was jailed for 16 years, with an additional four-year extended licence period, for a total of 34 offences. These include seven counts of rape and 13 counts of causing or inciting a child under 13 to engage in sexual activity.

Judge Andrew Menary, while sentencing the pair, had expressed shock, stating: "Every now and again you see cases, the circumstances of which are almost beyond belief."

"This is one of those cases. It demonstrates that human depravity really knows no depths."

Following this, her case was transferred to the Teaching Regulation Agency (TRA), which deals with cases of misconduct.

A three-person panel of the TRA concluded that the former teacher's actions were "fundamentally incompatible with her being a teacher."

"Her conduct ran counter to what should be at the very core of the practice of a teacher with a duty of care towards children," stated a report detailing the panel's findings.

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The panel was of the opinion that Morris' actions in committing the rape and abuse "would undoubtedly affect public confidence in the teaching profession, particularly given the influence that teachers may have on pupils, parents, and others in the community".

It added that the fact she was also the safeguarding lead at the school "makes her offending all the more shocking in that, whilst the designated point of contact for welfare and safety concerns at the School, she herself was engaged in abusing a child, albeit not one at the school."

The panel also found that Morris' offences were "deliberate and sustained" and were not committed "under duress".

Concluding that there was a "real risk" of Morris repeating her offences, they banned her from teaching indefinitely on February 27.

This, as per the report, means that the now 46-year-old is barred from teaching in schools, sixth-form colleges, youth accommodations or children’s homes.

<h2>How was the couple caught?</h2>

The couple's 'sordid secret' came to light when police found a conversation about the sexual abuse of children on David's phone. The phone, which was seized during a search warrant, also had video recordings of rape and sexual abuse.

In one video, Julie Morris&nbsp;even filmed herself laughing as she abused a child she claimed was a willing participant.

(With inputs from agencies)

Trigger warning: Some readers may find the details of this report disturbing. Discretion is advised. A former UK teacher who is in jail for raping a child while working as the deputy head at a primary school has now been banned from ever teaching again.

Trigger warning: Some readers may find the details of this report disturbing. Discretion is advised. A former UK teacher who is in jail for raping a child while working as the deputy head at a primary school has now been banned from ever teaching again. 44-year-old Julie Morris was imprisoned for filming the abuse as she and her boyfriend David Morris, 52, raped a schoolgirl aged 13. As per a Metro UK report, the duo made their "graphic and depraved" plans a "sordid" reality. Locked up Julie Morris was locked up in December 2021 after admitting to 18 sex offences unrelated to her job as the 'safeguarding lead' at St George’s Central Primary School in Tyldesley, near Wigan. Also read | Explained: Israeli military's use of AI 'Lavender' to generate kill lists Her partner, David Morris, a mechanic, was jailed for 16 years, with an additional four-year extended licence period, for a total of 34 offences. These include seven counts of rape and 13 counts of causing or inciting a child under 13 to engage in sexual activity. Judge Andrew Menary, while sentencing the pair, had expressed shock, stating: "Every now and again you see cases, the circumstances of which are almost beyond belief." "This is one of those cases. It demonstrates that human depravity really knows no depths." Following this, her case was transferred to the Teaching Regulation Agency (TRA), which deals with cases of misconduct. A three-person panel of the TRA concluded that the former teacher's actions were "fundamentally incompatible with her being a teacher." "Her conduct ran counter to what should be at the very core of the practice of a teacher with a duty of care towards children," stated a report detailing the panel's findings. Also read | TSMC bounces back after Taiwan’s earthquake, resuming chip manufacturing operations The panel was of the opinion that Morris' actions in committing the rape and abuse "would undoubtedly affect public confidence in the teaching profession, particularly given the influence that teachers may have on pupils, parents, and others in the community". It added that the fact she was also the safeguarding lead at the school "makes her offending all the more shocking in that, whilst the designated point of contact for welfare and safety concerns at the School, she herself was engaged in abusing a child, albeit not one at the school." The panel also found that Morris' offences were "deliberate and sustained" and were not committed "under duress". Concluding that there was a "real risk" of Morris repeating her offences, they banned her from teaching indefinitely on February 27. This, as per the report, means that the now 46-year-old is barred from teaching in schools, sixth-form colleges, youth accommodations or children’s homes. How was the couple caught? The couple's 'sordid secret' came to light when police found a conversation about the sexual abuse of children on David's phone. The phone, which was seized during a search warrant, also had video recordings of rape and sexual abuse. In one video, Julie Morris even filmed herself laughing as she abused a child she claimed was a willing participant. (With inputs from agencies)

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Water corporations' sewage discharges into England's rivers and oceans more than doubled in the previous year. The Environment Agency reports that there were 3.6 million spill hours in 2023 as opposed to 1.75 million hours in 2022.

Water UK, the industry body for sewerage companies, said it was 'unacceptable' but the record levels were due to heavy rain. 
 
These spills are not against the law but environmentalists say they should only happen in exceptional weather.

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The Environment Agency was quoted saying, "It is important to note that heavy rainfall does not affect water companies' responsibility to manage storm overflows in line with legal requirements."

Because the UK has integrated sewage systems, sewage and rainwater share pipes, which increases the risk of overflowing sewage treatment facilities during heavy precipitation. Sewage is spilled into waterways to prevent the system backing up.

On an average last year there were 1,271 spills a day across England, compared to 825 in 2022. 
 
The spills contained human waste, wet wipes and sanitary products, which can pose a serious risk to the local wildlife, swimmers and others who use UK waterways.

Dr. Dania Albini, a research fellow in biosciences at the University of Exeter, stated, "Sewage pollution in the UK severely impacts waterways with not a single river in England rated as healthy according to the latest Rivers Trust Rivers report."

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She explained that sewage in rivers can decrease oxygen levels in the water which harms aquatic life and "causes sickness in humans due to the presence of harmful microorganisms and parasites."

In may be noted here, in when the River Thames was in flood, testing at Fulham Reach by the charity River Action revealed that there was up to 10 times the amount of E.coli bacteria that is allowed for bathing water status.

Water UK said last year that it would invest £10 billion to upgrade sewage infrastructure on behalf of all English sewerage businesses. However, these plans require approval from the regulator, Ofwat.

Water UK urged the government to move quickly on this decision and other initiatives, such as banning wet wipes, which they claimed would stop thousands of spills caused by clogged drains. Six years ago, the administration made a pledge to enact this restriction.

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Water Minister Robbie Moore said, I have been clear that sewage pollution in our waters is unacceptable. Today's data shows water companies must go further and faster to tackle storm overflows and clean up our precious waterways. We will be ensuring the Environment Agency closely scrutinise these findings and take enforcement action where necessary."

"I have been clear that sewage pollution in our waters is unacceptable," stated Robbie Moore, the minister of water resources. According to data from today, water companies need to act more quickly and thoroughly to clean up our valuable rivers and prevent storm overflows. We'll make sure the Environment Agency carefully examines these conclusions and, if required, takes appropriate enforcement action."

The most recent information was gathered from monitoring stations positioned at combined sewer overflows, or CSOs, and was made public by the Environment Agency on March 27. In order to lessen the possibility of sewage backing up in people's homes during periods of severe rainfall due to overburdened sewer systems, CSOs were created as overflow valves.

Because of the heavy rainfall in 2023—which was 20 per cent above average—and the fact that all 14,580 CSOs were equipped with monitors for the first time, it was anticipated that there would be more spills overall. Only half of spills were reported in 2019 since only 57 per cent of vehicles had monitoring installed. 
 
In the small Surrey town of Horley, just outside Gatwick Airport, residents have seen local footpaths flooded ten times in the last year as the treatment works struggled to cope with heavy rainfall.

According to locals, they have repeatedly contacted Thames Water and the Environment Agency about the issue but said all they have done is put sandbags down.

(With inputs from agencies)

Water corporations' sewage discharges into England's rivers and oceans more than doubled in the previous year. The Environment Agency reports that there were 3.6 million spill hours in 2023 as opposed to 1.

Water corporations' sewage discharges into England's rivers and oceans more than doubled in the previous year. The Environment Agency reports that there were 3.6 million spill hours in 2023 as opposed to 1.75 million hours in 2022. Water UK, the industry body for sewerage companies, said it was 'unacceptable' but the record levels were due to heavy rain. These spills are not against the law but environmentalists say they should only happen in exceptional weather. Also read: We are the infectors: Humans pass on viruses to animals twice than the other way around! The Environment Agency was quoted saying, "It is important to note that heavy rainfall does not affect water companies' responsibility to manage storm overflows in line with legal requirements." Because the UK has integrated sewage systems, sewage and rainwater share pipes, which increases the risk of overflowing sewage treatment facilities during heavy precipitation. Sewage is spilled into waterways to prevent the system backing up. On an average last year there were 1,271 spills a day across England, compared to 825 in 2022. The spills contained human waste, wet wipes and sanitary products, which can pose a serious risk to the local wildlife, swimmers and others who use UK waterways. Dr. Dania Albini, a research fellow in biosciences at the University of Exeter, stated, "Sewage pollution in the UK severely impacts waterways with not a single river in England rated as healthy according to the latest Rivers Trust Rivers report." Also read: Asian hornets can be "absolutely catastrophic" for consumers in UK, says bug expert She explained that sewage in rivers can decrease oxygen levels in the water which harms aquatic life and "causes sickness in humans due to the presence of harmful microorganisms and parasites." In may be noted here, in when the River Thames was in flood, testing at Fulham Reach by the charity River Action revealed that there was up to 10 times the amount of E.coli bacteria that is allowed for bathing water status. Water UK said last year that it would invest £10 billion to upgrade sewage infrastructure on behalf of all English sewerage businesses. However, these plans require approval from the regulator, Ofwat. Water UK urged the government to move quickly on this decision and other initiatives, such as banning wet wipes, which they claimed would stop thousands of spills caused by clogged drains. Six years ago, the administration made a pledge to enact this restriction. Also read: Chronic Fatigue Syndrome is 'biological', key study confirms Water Minister Robbie Moore said, I have been clear that sewage pollution in our waters is unacceptable. Today's data shows water companies must go further and faster to tackle storm overflows and clean up our precious waterways. We will be ensuring the Environment Agency closely scrutinise these findings and take enforcement action where necessary." "I have been clear that sewage pollution in our waters is unacceptable," stated Robbie Moore, the minister of water resources. According to data from today, water companies need to act more quickly and thoroughly to clean up our valuable rivers and prevent storm overflows. We'll make sure the Environment Agency carefully examines these conclusions and, if required, takes appropriate enforcement action." The most recent information was gathered from monitoring stations positioned at combined sewer overflows, or CSOs, and was made public by the Environment Agency on March 27. In order to lessen the possibility of sewage backing up in people's homes during periods of severe rainfall due to overburdened sewer systems, CSOs were created as overflow valves. Because of the heavy rainfall in 2023—which was 20 per cent above average—and the fact that all 14,580 CSOs were equipped with monitors for the first time, it was anticipated that there would be more spills overall. Only half of spills were reported in 2019 since only 57 per cent of vehicles had monitoring installed. In the small Surrey town of Horley, just outside Gatwick Airport, residents have seen local footpaths flooded ten times in the last year as the treatment works struggled to cope with heavy rainfall. According to locals, they have repeatedly contacted Thames Water and the Environment Agency about the issue but said all they have done is put sandbags down. (With inputs from agencies)

Spills of raw sewage into England’s rivers and seas doubled in 2023

The first person in England and Wales to be convicted of a cyber-flashing offence has been jailed for 15 months. Nicholas Hawkes was convicted under the Online Safety Act after cyber-flashing became an offence on January 31 this year.

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After the end of the India-England Test series, WION got a chance to interact with former England spinner Graeme Swann. Swann spoke at length on England's Bazball methods, hailed Yashasvi Jaiswal and Kuldeep Yadav while also lashed out at James Anderson's critics, who are calling for his retirement.

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Harry Brook has withdrawn from the upcoming Indian Premier League (IPL) season due to the death of his grandmother. The English batter said he was prioritising his mental health and that he wanted to be around his family when they were grieving.

Harry Brook has withdrawn from the upcoming Indian Premier League (IPL) season due to the death of his grandmother. The English batter said he was prioritising his mental health and that he wanted to be around his family when they were grieving. News of Brook's withdrawal from the tournament came out early on Wednesday (Mar 13) and instantly led to speculations that another English player had walked out after securing the bag. Brook took to social media to post a statement wherein he said he was excited to be part of the Delhi Capitals franchise but had to pull out in the end. "Whilst I don't think I should need to share my personal reasons behind this decision, I know there will be many asking why. So I do want to share this," wrote Brook. "I lost my grandmother last month - she was a rock to me and I spent a huge amount of my childhood in her home; my attitude to life and love for cricket was shaped by her and my late grandfather. When at home, there would hardly be a day go by that didn't include seeing her," he added. Also read | Some England players can’t stomach the IPL fees of Indians: Sunil Gavaskar’s verbal volley makes heads turn Brook missed India tour Notably, Brook had also pulled out from the recently concluded five-match Test series against India. The explosive right-hand batter left the team in the UAE and did not travel to Hyderabad for the first match. "I made the decision to leave the India Test tour the night before we flew from Abu Dhabi to India because I was told for the first time that my grandmother was ill and didn't have long left," he added. "Over the last few years I have learned to prioritise my mental wellbeing and that of my family's, honestly nothing is more important to me than family. So whilst this may come as surprising to some, I know it's the right decision for me." pic.twitter.com/x8VmPcj8cL — Harry Brook (@Harry_Brook_88) March 13, 2024 × Brook has become the fourth England cricketer to have pulled out of IPL 2024. Previously, Mark Wood, Gus Atkinson and Jason Roy withdrew from the season after finding buyers in the mini-auction in December. Brook's withdrawal comes less than 10 days before the start of the tournament. Although there is no official confirmation that Delhi Capitals are looking for a replacement player, sources suggest that the franchise was on the lookout for a similar, explosive batter. Brook made his IPL debut last year for Sunrisers Hyderabad after being bought for $1.6 million. He had a tepid tournament, scoring only 190 runs in 11 matches before being released by the 2016 champions. (With inputs from agencies)

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Legendary England midfielder Paul Gascoigne has revealed that his battle with alcoholism had taken a turn for the worse, four years after having surgery to prevent him from consuming alcohol.&nbsp;

On the&nbsp;High Performance podcast,&nbsp;Gascoigne described himself as a 'sad drunk' who was now homeless and living in his agent's room.&nbsp;

“I called Katie [Gascoigne's ganet] up in November a few years ago crying my eyes out. What I put myself through and other people – jail and rehab, taking cocaine off toilet seats – and then I’m asked to be an ambassador for my country, I didn’t know whether to laugh or cry," said&nbsp;Gascoigne.

<h2>Used to be a happy drunk&nbsp;</h2>

Known as one of the most influential England attacking midfielders of his time,&nbsp;Gascoigne was responsible for the Three Lions reaching the World Cup semifinal in 1990.&nbsp;He also turned out for the likes of Tottenham, Lazio, Newcastle and Rangers in his club career before retiring in 2004.

"I used to be a happy drunk. I ain't anymore. I'm a sad drunk. I don't go out and drink, I drink indoors. People know Paul Gascoigne but Gazza, no one knows. Even me sometimes. I've spent a lot of years being down, when I did my ligaments and then my kneecap, I missed four years of football. I would've got 100 caps [for England]," said&nbsp;Gascoigne speaking to&nbsp;High Performance.

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The former England player has been open about his mental health issues and continued battle to stay sober since bidding the beautiful game adieu.&nbsp;

"I try not to get down because the world's already down enough. And when I'm really down, that's when I pick up a drink to cheer myself up. I don't think I let any managers down, or the players or the fans you know. If there was anyone I let down, it was myself. But more the drinking side of it, when I finished playing."

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The English icon has been arrested several times for drunk and disorderly offences, meaning he still has to call on&nbsp;Alcoholics Anonymous meetings for support.&nbsp;

“It’s not the drinking, it’s the afterwards. Looking at my phone after and seeing 30 messages or missed calls, I know I’m in trouble. But I’ve been all right. Last year wasn’t brilliant, was off and on for a couple of months," said the former England player

Gascoigne was inducted into the&nbsp;English Football Hall of Fame in 2002 but his struggles with alcohol continue to diminish his legendary status.&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)

Legendary England midfielder Paul Gascoigne has revealed that his battle with alcoholism had taken a turn for the worse, four years after having surgery to prevent him from consuming alcohol.

Legendary England midfielder Paul Gascoigne has revealed that his battle with alcoholism had taken a turn for the worse, four years after having surgery to prevent him from consuming alcohol. On the High Performance podcast, Gascoigne described himself as a 'sad drunk' who was now homeless and living in his agent's room. “I called Katie [Gascoigne's ganet] up in November a few years ago crying my eyes out. What I put myself through and other people – jail and rehab, taking cocaine off toilet seats – and then I’m asked to be an ambassador for my country, I didn’t know whether to laugh or cry," said Gascoigne. Used to be a happy drunk Known as one of the most influential England attacking midfielders of his time, Gascoigne was responsible for the Three Lions reaching the World Cup semifinal in 1990. He also turned out for the likes of Tottenham, Lazio, Newcastle and Rangers in his club career before retiring in 2004. "I used to be a happy drunk. I ain't anymore. I'm a sad drunk. I don't go out and drink, I drink indoors. People know Paul Gascoigne but Gazza, no one knows. Even me sometimes. I've spent a lot of years being down, when I did my ligaments and then my kneecap, I missed four years of football. I would've got 100 caps [for England]," said Gascoigne speaking to High Performance. Also read | Champions League: Real Madrid snatch draw against RB Leipzig to qualify for quarters; Man City beat Copenhagen The former England player has been open about his mental health issues and continued battle to stay sober since bidding the beautiful game adieu. "I try not to get down because the world's already down enough. And when I'm really down, that's when I pick up a drink to cheer myself up. I don't think I let any managers down, or the players or the fans you know. If there was anyone I let down, it was myself. But more the drinking side of it, when I finished playing." Also read | 'A bit ridiculous': Real Madrid’s Jude Bellingham hits back at Spanish FA for two-match ban The English icon has been arrested several times for drunk and disorderly offences, meaning he still has to call on Alcoholics Anonymous meetings for support. “It’s not the drinking, it’s the afterwards. Looking at my phone after and seeing 30 messages or missed calls, I know I’m in trouble. But I’ve been all right. Last year wasn’t brilliant, was off and on for a couple of months," said the former England player Gascoigne was inducted into the English Football Hall of Fame in 2002 but his struggles with alcohol continue to diminish his legendary status. (With inputs from agencies)

Legendary England midfielder Paul Gascoigne homeless as he battles alcoholism

England skipper Ben Stokes isn't perturbed by the series loss and wants the team to play for the win in the fifth and final Test of the ongoing series against India. The final Test, of the five-match series which India lead by 3-1, starts from Thursday (March 7) in Dharamsala. England had made a winning start of the series by defeating India in the Hyderabad Test but lost the next three in Vizag, Rajkot and Ranchi, respectively. Stokes, however, says that the result changes nothing for them.

"Well, it's like whenever we play," he replied when asked what is at stake in Dharamsala. "We want to win this week," he added while answering questions at press conference ahead of the Test.

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"It's not a mental or a mentality thing," Stokes further said. "All you can do is work your hardest and try your nuts off in the nets because that's where you get better."

The Test is also going to be England batter Jonny Bairstow's 100th cap and so is for India's Ravi Ashwin as well. Speaking on Bairstow's achievement, Stoke said: "Playing for England means so much to Jonny and means so much to his family as well and to play over 100 ODIs, 100 Tests - a lot of cricket for England - it means a hell of a lot to him. He deserves everything that gets spoken about him in the build-up to the game and throughout the week as well."

For Ashwin, India skipper Rohit Sharma said: "It is a big milestone. He has been a big match winner for us. What he has done for us, no praise is enough. His performances over 5-7 years, every series he has contributed. It is rare to have players like him."

Notably, Ashwin also completed his 500 Test wickets in the series, becoming only the second bowler from India after Anil Kumble to achieve the feat.

England skipper Ben Stokes isn't perturbed by the series loss and wants the team to play for the win in the fifth and final Test of the ongoing series against India.

England skipper Ben Stokes isn't perturbed by the series loss and wants the team to play for the win in the fifth and final Test of the ongoing series against India. The final Test, of the five-match series which India lead by 3-1, starts from Thursday (March 7) in Dharamsala. England had made a winning start of the series by defeating India in the Hyderabad Test but lost the next three in Vizag, Rajkot and Ranchi, respectively. Stokes, however, says that the result changes nothing for them. "Well, it's like whenever we play," he replied when asked what is at stake in Dharamsala. "We want to win this week," he added while answering questions at press conference ahead of the Test. Also Read: What good is entertainment if you sit at No. 8 in WTC points table: Nasser Hussain unimpressed with England "It's not a mental or a mentality thing," Stokes further said. "All you can do is work your hardest and try your nuts off in the nets because that's where you get better." The Test is also going to be England batter Jonny Bairstow's 100th cap and so is for India's Ravi Ashwin as well. Speaking on Bairstow's achievement, Stoke said: "Playing for England means so much to Jonny and means so much to his family as well and to play over 100 ODIs, 100 Tests - a lot of cricket for England - it means a hell of a lot to him. He deserves everything that gets spoken about him in the build-up to the game and throughout the week as well." For Ashwin, India skipper Rohit Sharma said: "It is a big milestone. He has been a big match winner for us. What he has done for us, no praise is enough. His performances over 5-7 years, every series he has contributed. It is rare to have players like him." Notably, Ashwin also completed his 500 Test wickets in the series, becoming only the second bowler from India after Anil Kumble to achieve the feat.

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Former England skipper Michael Vaughan says that the English team currently on tour of India should seek advice from Joe Root on how to bat in the last Test of the five-match series which starts March 7 in Dharamsala. The comments come from Vaughan after Root ditched England's ultra aggressive Bazball approach and went on to score a hundred in the last Test in Ranchi.&nbsp;

"I hope that the rest of the England batters sit with him for advice and ask him 'what is it that you did in Ranchi that you did not do in the last 3 Test matches' because it was a different Joe Root," said Vaughan to sports news outlet Cricbuzz.

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"I hope what England don't do is - that they say, 'we should have gone harder'. I would disagree with that, I would say that England need to play smarter at times. You look at Joe Root's innings, he was knocking it around, playing technically correct, obviously he has got boundary options," he also added.

Root, however, had a horrible start to the series with the scores of 29, 2, 5, 16, 18 and&nbsp;7 in the first six innings before hitting 122 not out in the first innings of the fourth Test. Root, arguably England's best batter, was criticised heavily for throwing his wicket away at crucial moments in the game, especially in the third Test where he got out on reverse ramp shot.

His innings in Ranchi, however, was unlike England's current attacking mindset and he reaped rewards for that. The century although wasn't enough as England are currently trailing 1-3 in the series after losing three Tests back-to-back despite making a winning start in the series.

Despite hitting just one century in the series, Root is still among top four England batters in terms of runs scored which clearly shows how bad England's batting has been in the series.

Former England skipper Michael Vaughan says that the English team currently on tour of India should seek advice from Joe Root on how to bat in the last Test of the five-match series which starts March 7 in Dharamsala.

Former England skipper Michael Vaughan says that the English team currently on tour of India should seek advice from Joe Root on how to bat in the last Test of the five-match series which starts March 7 in Dharamsala. The comments come from Vaughan after Root ditched England's ultra aggressive Bazball approach and went on to score a hundred in the last Test in Ranchi. "I hope that the rest of the England batters sit with him for advice and ask him 'what is it that you did in Ranchi that you did not do in the last 3 Test matches' because it was a different Joe Root," said Vaughan to sports news outlet Cricbuzz. Also Read: IND vs ENG: Yashasvi Jaiswal closes in on THIS record of England coach Brendon McCullum and skipper Ben Stokes "I hope what England don't do is - that they say, 'we should have gone harder'. I would disagree with that, I would say that England need to play smarter at times. You look at Joe Root's innings, he was knocking it around, playing technically correct, obviously he has got boundary options," he also added. Root, however, had a horrible start to the series with the scores of 29, 2, 5, 16, 18 and 7 in the first six innings before hitting 122 not out in the first innings of the fourth Test. Root, arguably England's best batter, was criticised heavily for throwing his wicket away at crucial moments in the game, especially in the third Test where he got out on reverse ramp shot. His innings in Ranchi, however, was unlike England's current attacking mindset and he reaped rewards for that. The century although wasn't enough as England are currently trailing 1-3 in the series after losing three Tests back-to-back despite making a winning start in the series. Despite hitting just one century in the series, Root is still among top four England batters in terms of runs scored which clearly shows how bad England's batting has been in the series.

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A massive 500kg (1,102lb) German World War Two bomb discovered in a garden on St Michael Avenue triggered a major evacuation in Plymouth, causing significant disruption for four days. Authorities closed roads, halted rail and bus services, and implemented safety measures as the bomb was transported 1.4 miles (2.3km) through the city. After days of&nbsp;planning and disruption, the unexploded bomb was safely detonated at sea beyond the breakwater on Friday (Feb 23), marking the end of a period of upheaval for thousands of Plymouth residents.

The disposal operation involved a temporary 300m (984ft) cordon and a military convoy transporting the bomb to the Torpoint Ferry slipway.

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Residents within the cordon area, comprising 10,320 people and 4,300 properties, faced anxious moments as they were asked to leave their homes as a precautionary measure.

Vicky Brotherton, who spoke to the BBC, expressed relief upon returning home after spending four days in Cornwall, thanking all involved in ensuring a safe resolution.&nbsp;

The evacuation and disposal efforts left a lasting impact on the local community, with residents describing the experience as "very stressful." Despite the challenges, Plymouth City Council leader Tudor Evans commended the city's resilient spirit, drawing parallels to wartime camaraderie and unity.

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Defence Secretary Grant Shapps lauded the bravery and dedication of personnel involved in the operation, shedding light on&nbsp;their tireless efforts to safeguard public safety.

In a statement on Friday, he said: "I would like to express my thanks to all our personnel... who worked both night and day this week to keep the public safe and minimise the risk of damage."

"The success of this operation is testament to the level of skill and expertise across our Armed Forces, as well as the bravery and fortitude of our personnel when faced with high-risk situations and working under extreme pressure,"&nbsp;Shapps added.

The bomb's discovery evoked memories of Plymouth's wartime history, with staff at The Box museum tracing its origins to one of the heaviest bombing nights during World War II&nbsp;in April 1941. According to historical records, the city endured 1,362 bomb explosions during the war.

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A massive 500kg (1,102lb) German World War Two bomb discovered in a garden on St Michael Avenue triggered a major evacuation in Plymouth, causing significant disruption for four days.

A massive 500kg (1,102lb) German World War Two bomb discovered in a garden on St Michael Avenue triggered a major evacuation in Plymouth, causing significant disruption for four days. Authorities closed roads, halted rail and bus services, and implemented safety measures as the bomb was transported 1.4 miles (2.3km) through the city. After days of planning and disruption, the unexploded bomb was safely detonated at sea beyond the breakwater on Friday (Feb 23), marking the end of a period of upheaval for thousands of Plymouth residents. The disposal operation involved a temporary 300m (984ft) cordon and a military convoy transporting the bomb to the Torpoint Ferry slipway. So small and slow, am utterly impressed by the bravery of those onboard right now… ⁦@Plymouth_Live⁩ #plymouthbomb pic.twitter.com/htfaXMupw8 — MCreek (@CmaCreek) February 23, 2024 × A big relief for residents Residents within the cordon area, comprising 10,320 people and 4,300 properties, faced anxious moments as they were asked to leave their homes as a precautionary measure. Vicky Brotherton, who spoke to the BBC, expressed relief upon returning home after spending four days in Cornwall, thanking all involved in ensuring a safe resolution. The evacuation and disposal efforts left a lasting impact on the local community, with residents describing the experience as "very stressful." Despite the challenges, Plymouth City Council leader Tudor Evans commended the city's resilient spirit, drawing parallels to wartime camaraderie and unity. Also read | US plans to reclaim Pacific airfield from where atom bombings were launched Defence Secretary Grant Shapps lauded the bravery and dedication of personnel involved in the operation, shedding light on their tireless efforts to safeguard public safety. In a statement on Friday, he said: "I would like to express my thanks to all our personnel... who worked both night and day this week to keep the public safe and minimise the risk of damage." "The success of this operation is testament to the level of skill and expertise across our Armed Forces, as well as the bravery and fortitude of our personnel when faced with high-risk situations and working under extreme pressure," Shapps added. The bomb's discovery evoked memories of Plymouth's wartime history, with staff at The Box museum tracing its origins to one of the heaviest bombing nights during World War II in April 1941. According to historical records, the city endured 1,362 bomb explosions during the war. Also watch | Italy's military police unveil robot dog (With inputs from agencies)

UK: Plymouth WWII bomb discovered in garden safely detonated at sea

India beat England by 106 runs on day 4 (Feb 5) of the second Test in Vizag to equal the five-match series 1-1. Chasing 399, England were bowled out for 292 runs in their second innings after the hosts took five of the nine remaining wickets in the first session only.

India beat England in Vizag

England lost the second Test match against India on day 4 (Feb 4) in Vizag but the bazballing team still managed to make a record. The visitors managed 292 runs in their second and fourth innings of the match which is now the second highest total for a visiting team in fourth innings in India. They were seven short of Sri Lanka's record fourth innings total of 299 in India. The Three Lions have bettered their previous highest fourth innings total of 241/5 which they had scored in 1964.

England are also only the third team since Sri Lanka (299/5) in 2017 and New Zealand (272/6) in 2003 to go past 250 in the fourth innings in India.&nbsp;

Chasing 399, England lost five of the nine remaining wickets in the first session only and it effectively turned the tide into India's favour. In the second session, skipper Ben Stokes was found short by Shreyas Iyer while trying to sneak a quick single as all England's hopes of winning the match turned&nbsp;futile.&nbsp;

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Ben Foakes and Tom Hartley did put up a bit of resistance with a 55-run partnership for the eighth wicket before Bumrah sent back Foakes with a return catch off his own bowling. England's last two wickets fell cheaply as India completed a much-needed turnaround after losing the first Test by 28 runs in Hyderabad.

Stokes noted after the match that while it was great to put India under pressure, it was unfortunate to end up on the wrong side of result.

"We had full belief in ourselves that we could chase that down. The way we have gone about taking on challenges like that is what we are about. In moments like that, when you have scoreboard pressure, that is when we get the best out of ourselves as individuals. The way we applied ourselves and put India under pressure was great, unfortunately we didn't end up on the right side of the result," said Stokes at the post-match presentation.

The third Test of the five-match series will be played from February 15-19 in Rajkot.

England lost the second Test match against India on day 4 (Feb 4) in Vizag but the bazballing team still managed to make a record. The visitors managed 292 runs in their second and fourth innings of the match which is now the second highest total for a visiting team in fourth innings in India.

England lost the second Test match against India on day 4 (Feb 4) in Vizag but the bazballing team still managed to make a record. The visitors managed 292 runs in their second and fourth innings of the match which is now the second highest total for a visiting team in fourth innings in India. They were seven short of Sri Lanka's record fourth innings total of 299 in India. The Three Lions have bettered their previous highest fourth innings total of 241/5 which they had scored in 1964. England are also only the third team since Sri Lanka (299/5) in 2017 and New Zealand (272/6) in 2003 to go past 250 in the fourth innings in India. Chasing 399, England lost five of the nine remaining wickets in the first session only and it effectively turned the tide into India's favour. In the second session, skipper Ben Stokes was found short by Shreyas Iyer while trying to sneak a quick single as all England's hopes of winning the match turned futile. Also Read: IND vs ENG, 2nd Test: India beat England by 106 runs in Vizag, level series 1-1 Ben Foakes and Tom Hartley did put up a bit of resistance with a 55-run partnership for the eighth wicket before Bumrah sent back Foakes with a return catch off his own bowling. England's last two wickets fell cheaply as India completed a much-needed turnaround after losing the first Test by 28 runs in Hyderabad. Stokes noted after the match that while it was great to put India under pressure, it was unfortunate to end up on the wrong side of result. "We had full belief in ourselves that we could chase that down. The way we have gone about taking on challenges like that is what we are about. In moments like that, when you have scoreboard pressure, that is when we get the best out of ourselves as individuals. The way we applied ourselves and put India under pressure was great, unfortunately we didn't end up on the right side of the result," said Stokes at the post-match presentation. The third Test of the five-match series will be played from February 15-19 in Rajkot.

Bazballing England manage record fourth innings total in India despite loss in second Test

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England women’s team captain Heather Knight was left furious with the pitch condition after her side lost to India in the one-off match&nbsp;on Saturday (Dec 16) at the DY&nbsp;Patil Stadium in Navi Mumbai. England were beaten by a record margin of 347 runs on a pitch that was described by Knight as “extreme”. Deepti Sharma was the pick of the bowlers for India having scalped nine wickets in the match including a five-for in the first innings.

<h2>Knight concerned about nature of pitch</h2>

"These conditions were really extreme; we have never seen that sort of spin before, that sort of dryness in the pitch," Knight said after England's record 347-run loss at the DY&nbsp;Patil Stadium.

"In the main formats we play - T20 and 50 overs - we are not going to get as much [turn] as that."

"Previously our issues against spin have been more [around] the ball not spinning. You'd look at the wickets Ash Gardner took in the Ashes, there weren't many that spun. My dismissal that spun but a lot was outside edge and balls that didn't spin," added Knight.&nbsp;

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England were bowled out for 136 and 131 runs in both innings and had a poor outing in the red-ball format despite being the dominant force in the limited-overs format. Knight, however, pointed out the plans where England will be in the sub-continent for the T20 World Cup in 2024 and the ODI World Cup in 2025.

"These conditions were extreme, and I'd be surprised if we face those again unless we play another Test in India shortly, which I am not sure is in the plan. We want to get better in the conditions we might face in Bangladesh. Spin does dominate in the women's game, and if we can improve that it will give us a big advantage," said Knight.&nbsp;

England's poor show in the contest was masterminded by the excellent Deepti Sharma as she ended with nine wickets&nbsp;for which she&nbsp;was declared Player of the Match.&nbsp;England had earlier beaten India 2-1 in the three-match T20I series as they now turn their attention to the T20 World Cup in Bangladesh.

England women’s team captain Heather Knight was left furious with the pitch condition after her side lost to India in the one-off match on Saturday (Dec 16) at the DY Patil Stadium in Navi Mumbai.

England women’s team captain Heather Knight was left furious with the pitch condition after her side lost to India in the one-off match on Saturday (Dec 16) at the DY Patil Stadium in Navi Mumbai. England were beaten by a record margin of 347 runs on a pitch that was described by Knight as “extreme”. Deepti Sharma was the pick of the bowlers for India having scalped nine wickets in the match including a five-for in the first innings. Knight concerned about nature of pitch "These conditions were really extreme; we have never seen that sort of spin before, that sort of dryness in the pitch," Knight said after England's record 347-run loss at the DY Patil Stadium. "In the main formats we play - T20 and 50 overs - we are not going to get as much [turn] as that." "Previously our issues against spin have been more [around] the ball not spinning. You'd look at the wickets Ash Gardner took in the Ashes, there weren't many that spun. My dismissal that spun but a lot was outside edge and balls that didn't spin," added Knight. ALSO READ | India pacer Mohammed Shami out of South Africa Tests with injury; Akash Deep replaces Deepak Chahar for ODIs England were bowled out for 136 and 131 runs in both innings and had a poor outing in the red-ball format despite being the dominant force in the limited-overs format. Knight, however, pointed out the plans where England will be in the sub-continent for the T20 World Cup in 2024 and the ODI World Cup in 2025. "These conditions were extreme, and I'd be surprised if we face those again unless we play another Test in India shortly, which I am not sure is in the plan. We want to get better in the conditions we might face in Bangladesh. Spin does dominate in the women's game, and if we can improve that it will give us a big advantage," said Knight. England's poor show in the contest was masterminded by the excellent Deepti Sharma as she ended with nine wickets for which she was declared Player of the Match. England had earlier beaten India 2-1 in the three-match T20I series as they now turn their attention to the T20 World Cup in Bangladesh.

'Pitch conditions were really extreme', says England captain Knight left furious after India's dominating win

Veteran all-rounder Andre Russell made a dazzling return to international cricket to help West Indies cruise to a four-wicket victory over England in the opening Twenty20 international in Barbados on Tuesday.

Handed a shock recall after a two-year absence, Russell shone with bat and ball at Kensington Oval as the home side reached the victory target with ease to finish on 172-6 from 18.1 overs.

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The 35-year-old Russell was the pick of the West Indies bowlers with three wickets for 19 runs off four overs as world champions England were all out for 171.

Russell, alongside skipper Rovman Powell, who was unbeaten on 31, then produced a quick-fire 29 not out to see West Indies home after a mid-innings wobble threatened to allow England back into the contest.

Russell's innings off just 14 balls included two fours and two sixes, including a monstrous six out of the ground over midwicket off Adil Rashid.&nbsp;

West Indies blasted 14 sixes throughout the innings, including two huge swipes from opener Kyle Mayers early on which also flew out of the ground.

Russell later slashed a sublime shot over backward point off Sam Curran for four runs to seal victory and a superb individual performance.

"Life is so funny," man-of-the-match Russell said.&nbsp;

"Since when I got selected for the West Indies team I've been dreaming for two weeks now -- and I was dreaming of being man of the match."

England skipper Jos Buttler was left to rue the tourists' inability to cash in on a strong start to their innings which included a 77-run opening partnership.

"From the position we were in, we were looking for a score of 200," said Buttler, who scored 39 while fellow opener Phil Salt put on a stylish 40 off 20 balls.

"We want to keep pushing the boundaries and trying to be as positive as we can.&nbsp;

"But it's about finding ways to keep scoring in that manner, getting those extra 20, 25 runs in an unfashionable way."

The second game of the series takes place in Grenada on Thursday.

Brief scores:

England: 171 all out in 19.3 overs (P. Salt 40, J. Buttler 39, L. Livingstone 27; A. Russell 3-19, A. Joseph 3-54)

West Indies 172-6: (K. Mayers 35, S. Hope 36, R. Powell 31 not out, A. Russell 29 not out; R. Ahmed 3-39, A. Rashid 2-25) &nbsp;

Result: West Indies win by four wickets

Series: West Indies lead five-match series 1-0

Veteran all-rounder Andre Russell made a dazzling return to international cricket to help West Indies cruise to a four-wicket victory over England in the opening Twenty20 international in Barbados on Tuesday.

Veteran all-rounder Andre Russell made a dazzling return to international cricket to help West Indies cruise to a four-wicket victory over England in the opening Twenty20 international in Barbados on Tuesday. Handed a shock recall after a two-year absence, Russell shone with bat and ball at Kensington Oval as the home side reached the victory target with ease to finish on 172-6 from 18.1 overs. Also Read: South Africa reach rain-reduced target to beat India The 35-year-old Russell was the pick of the West Indies bowlers with three wickets for 19 runs off four overs as world champions England were all out for 171. Russell, alongside skipper Rovman Powell, who was unbeaten on 31, then produced a quick-fire 29 not out to see West Indies home after a mid-innings wobble threatened to allow England back into the contest. Russell's innings off just 14 balls included two fours and two sixes, including a monstrous six out of the ground over midwicket off Adil Rashid. West Indies blasted 14 sixes throughout the innings, including two huge swipes from opener Kyle Mayers early on which also flew out of the ground. Russell later slashed a sublime shot over backward point off Sam Curran for four runs to seal victory and a superb individual performance. "Life is so funny," man-of-the-match Russell said. "Since when I got selected for the West Indies team I've been dreaming for two weeks now -- and I was dreaming of being man of the match." England skipper Jos Buttler was left to rue the tourists' inability to cash in on a strong start to their innings which included a 77-run opening partnership. "From the position we were in, we were looking for a score of 200," said Buttler, who scored 39 while fellow opener Phil Salt put on a stylish 40 off 20 balls. "We want to keep pushing the boundaries and trying to be as positive as we can. "But it's about finding ways to keep scoring in that manner, getting those extra 20, 25 runs in an unfashionable way." The second game of the series takes place in Grenada on Thursday. Brief scores: England: 171 all out in 19.3 overs (P. Salt 40, J. Buttler 39, L. Livingstone 27; A. Russell 3-19, A. Joseph 3-54) West Indies 172-6: (K. Mayers 35, S. Hope 36, R. Powell 31 not out, A. Russell 29 not out; R. Ahmed 3-39, A. Rashid 2-25) Result: West Indies win by four wickets Series: West Indies lead five-match series 1-0

Player of the Match Andre Russell makes dazzling return to T20Is as West Indies beat England in first match

WI vs ENG 2nd ODI&nbsp;Live Streaming:&nbsp;West Indies will face England in the second game of the three-match ODI series at the Sir Vivian Richards Stadium in Antigua on Wednesday, December 6. The West Indies had a great start to the series, securing a resounding victory over England in the first match. Having missed out on the World Cup earlier, the West Indies will aim to revive their ODI cricket standing in forthcoming matches and tournaments.

<h2>WI vs ENG 2nd ODI: Sir Vivian Richards Stadium Pitch Report</h2>

The Sir Vivian Richards Stadium pitch is well known for offering something for both batters and bowlers. Fans can anticipate a balanced contest between bat and ball on this surface. After winning the toss, the winning team may decide to bowl first and then chase down the target.

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Here's everything you need to know about the live-streaming details of the West Indies vs England 2nd ODI Match.

<h2>WI vs ENG 2nd ODI: When is the West Indies vs England 2nd ODI Match? Date</h2>

The 2nd match between West Indies &amp; England will commence on Wednesday, Dec 6

<h2>When will the 2nd ODI Match between West Indies vs England start? Time</h2>

The 2nd match between West Indies &amp; &nbsp;England will begin at&nbsp; 11:00&nbsp;PM IST on Wednesday, Dec 6

<h2>Where will the 2nd ODI Match between West Indies vs England start be played? venue</h2>

The 2nd ODI Match between West Indies and England will be played at the Sir Vivian Richards Stadium in Antigua

<h2>Where can you watch the West Indies vs England 2nd ODI Match LIVE in India?</h2>

India will not televise the second ODI match between &nbsp;West Indies &amp; England

<h2>WI vs ENG 2nd ODI:&nbsp; How to watch the West Indies vs England 2nd ODI Match LIVE Streaming in India?</h2>

Live streaming of the West Indies vs England ODI matches will be available on the FanCode app and website in India.

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<h2>WI vs ENG, Probable Playing XI</h2>

West Indies&nbsp;Probable Playing XI&nbsp;:

Brandon King, Alick Athanaze, Keacy Carty, Shai Hope (c), Shimron Hetmye, Romario Shepherd, Yannic Cariah, Alzarri Joseph, Oshane Thomas, Gudakesh Motie

England&nbsp;Probable Playing XI&nbsp;:&nbsp;

Jos Buttler (c), Zak Crawley, Harry Brook, Phil Salt, Ollie Pope, Liam Livingstone, Matthew Potts, Brydon Carse, Tom Hartley, John Turner, Gus Atkinson

(With inputs from agencies)

 
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WI vs ENG 2nd ODI Live Streaming: West Indies will face England in the second game of the three-match ODI series at the Sir Vivian Richards Stadium in Antigua on Wednesday, December 6.

WI vs ENG 2nd ODI Live Streaming: West Indies will face England in the second game of the three-match ODI series at the Sir Vivian Richards Stadium in Antigua on Wednesday, December 6. The West Indies had a great start to the series, securing a resounding victory over England in the first match. Having missed out on the World Cup earlier, the West Indies will aim to revive their ODI cricket standing in forthcoming matches and tournaments. WI vs ENG 2nd ODI: Sir Vivian Richards Stadium Pitch Report The Sir Vivian Richards Stadium pitch is well known for offering something for both batters and bowlers. Fans can anticipate a balanced contest between bat and ball on this surface. After winning the toss, the winning team may decide to bowl first and then chase down the target. Also read | Crime against women surges in India’s capital Delhi; 14,000 cases reported in 2022 Here's everything you need to know about the live-streaming details of the West Indies vs England 2nd ODI Match. WI vs ENG 2nd ODI: When is the West Indies vs England 2nd ODI Match? Date The 2nd match between West Indies & England will commence on Wednesday, Dec 6 When will the 2nd ODI Match between West Indies vs England start? Time The 2nd match between West Indies & England will begin at 11:00 PM IST on Wednesday, Dec 6 Where will the 2nd ODI Match between West Indies vs England start be played? venue The 2nd ODI Match between West Indies and England will be played at the Sir Vivian Richards Stadium in Antigua Where can you watch the West Indies vs England 2nd ODI Match LIVE in India? India will not televise the second ODI match between West Indies & England WI vs ENG 2nd ODI: How to watch the West Indies vs England 2nd ODI Match LIVE Streaming in India? Live streaming of the West Indies vs England ODI matches will be available on the FanCode app and website in India. Also read | IPL 2024: Might see Mitchell Starc playing at RCB - Former India pacer Irfan Pathan's BOLD claim WI vs ENG, Probable Playing XI West Indies Probable Playing XI : Brandon King, Alick Athanaze, Keacy Carty, Shai Hope (c), Shimron Hetmye, Romario Shepherd, Yannic Cariah, Alzarri Joseph, Oshane Thomas, Gudakesh Motie England Probable Playing XI : Jos Buttler (c), Zak Crawley, Harry Brook, Phil Salt, Ollie Pope, Liam Livingstone, Matthew Potts, Brydon Carse, Tom Hartley, John Turner, Gus Atkinson (With inputs from agencies)

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The British government issued a rare rebuke on Thursday to the&nbsp;Football&nbsp;Association (FA) for its decision not to light up Wembley Stadium's arch in blue and white in solidarity with Israel following last week's attacks by Palestinian militant group Hamas. Wembley, the home of England's national&nbsp;football&nbsp;team, has previously lit up its iconic arch with the colours of Ukraine, Turkey and other countries in solidarity. However, it will not do the same for Israel, media reports said.

"I am extremely disappointed ... and have made my views clear to the FA," Britain's Secretary for Culture, Media and Sport Lucy Frazer said in a post on X, formerly Twitter.

"It is especially disappointing in light of the FA's bold stance on other terrorist attacks in the recent past. Words and actions matter. The Government is clear: we stand with Israel," she added.

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The government this week projected the Israeli flag onto Prime Minister Rishi Sunak's Downing Street residence, while parliament lit itself up in blue and white, echoing similar displays of solidarity in other parts of the Western world.

The FA released a statement earlier on Thursday, saying flags and shirts showing support for victims of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict will not be allowed for England's upcoming games against Australia and Italy at Wembley. England and Australia players will wear black armbands for their friendly on Friday, the FA said, and there will be a period of silence before kick off.

"On Friday evening, we will remember the innocent victims of the devastating events in Israel and Palestine," the FA said in the statement, without mentioning Wembley's arch.

"We will only permit flags, replica kits and other representations of nationality for the competing nations inside Wembley Stadium."

England then host Italy in a European Championship qualifier on Tuesday.

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The British government issued a rare rebuke on Thursday to the Football Association (FA) for its decision not to light up Wembley Stadium's arch in blue and white in solidarity with Israel following last week's attacks by Palestinian militant group Hamas.

The British government issued a rare rebuke on Thursday to the Football Association (FA) for its decision not to light up Wembley Stadium's arch in blue and white in solidarity with Israel following last week's attacks by Palestinian militant group Hamas. Wembley, the home of England's national football team, has previously lit up its iconic arch with the colours of Ukraine, Turkey and other countries in solidarity. However, it will not do the same for Israel, media reports said. "I am extremely disappointed ... and have made my views clear to the FA," Britain's Secretary for Culture, Media and Sport Lucy Frazer said in a post on X, formerly Twitter. "It is especially disappointing in light of the FA's bold stance on other terrorist attacks in the recent past. Words and actions matter. The Government is clear: we stand with Israel," she added. Also Read: Taylor Swift, Simone Biles bring star-power to stand during Packers vs Chiefs The government this week projected the Israeli flag onto Prime Minister Rishi Sunak's Downing Street residence, while parliament lit itself up in blue and white, echoing similar displays of solidarity in other parts of the Western world. The FA released a statement earlier on Thursday, saying flags and shirts showing support for victims of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict will not be allowed for England's upcoming games against Australia and Italy at Wembley. England and Australia players will wear black armbands for their friendly on Friday, the FA said, and there will be a period of silence before kick off. "On Friday evening, we will remember the innocent victims of the devastating events in Israel and Palestine," the FA said in the statement, without mentioning Wembley's arch. "We will only permit flags, replica kits and other representations of nationality for the competing nations inside Wembley Stadium." England then host Italy in a European Championship qualifier on Tuesday. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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A learner driver in England’s Worcestershire county failed his theory test 59 times before finally passing it, reported the British media citing the AA Driving School. The person, who was not named, reportedly spent around $1,748 (£1,380) and 60 hours on the hour-long test.&nbsp;

The person who took the tests at a centre in Redditch, Worcestershire reportedly passed after taking the test 59 times and set the record for the most attempts ever made in the United Kingdom.&nbsp;

<h2>‘It’s a tough test’</h2>

Speaking about the difficulty of the theory test Camilla Benitz, managing director of AA Driving School said, “There’s no doubt it’s a tough test and these learners’ commitment to passing is amazing. But with the right tools, it really shouldn’t need to cost this much to be successful.”

“Nerves can undoubtedly play a part, as well as making sure you understand what the test will involve before you get there,” said Benitz, as quoted by the Guardian.&nbsp;

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The driving school has also launched an app helping learners prepare for the test.&nbsp;

“It’s quite easy to underestimate the theory test and assume that you’ll be able to pass without any effort at all but that’s not the case. Revision is the key to success. Apps like ours can really help,” the AA Driving chief said.&nbsp;

The record-setting 59 times was close to the someone who failed 57 times before passing in Hull, East Yorkshire, reported news agency PA. While another person in Guildford, Surrey clocked up 55 unsuccessful attempts.&nbsp;

Data by the UK’s Department for Transport shows that the passing rate for theory tests has dropped from 65 per cent in the financial year 2007-08 to 44 per cent in 2022-23.

<h2>Process for receiving license&nbsp;</h2>

In the UK, learner drivers have to pass the theory test before they can appear for the practical driving test.&nbsp;

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The hour-long theory test costs around $29 (£23) and is made up of 50 multiple-choice questions which include highway code and guidance on driving skills.&nbsp;

The candidates have to answer at least 43 questions correctly in order to pass. People who fail the theory test have to wait at least three days before taking it again.&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)

A learner driver in England’s Worcestershire county failed his theory test 59 times before finally passing it, reported the British media citing the AA Driving School.

A learner driver in England’s Worcestershire county failed his theory test 59 times before finally passing it, reported the British media citing the AA Driving School. The person, who was not named, reportedly spent around $1,748 (£1,380) and 60 hours on the hour-long test. The person who took the tests at a centre in Redditch, Worcestershire reportedly passed after taking the test 59 times and set the record for the most attempts ever made in the United Kingdom. ‘It’s a tough test’ Speaking about the difficulty of the theory test Camilla Benitz, managing director of AA Driving School said, “There’s no doubt it’s a tough test and these learners’ commitment to passing is amazing. But with the right tools, it really shouldn’t need to cost this much to be successful.” “Nerves can undoubtedly play a part, as well as making sure you understand what the test will involve before you get there,” said Benitz, as quoted by the Guardian. ALSO READ | Moo-d boosting therapy: This farm offers relaxation through unique cow cuddling sessions The driving school has also launched an app helping learners prepare for the test. “It’s quite easy to underestimate the theory test and assume that you’ll be able to pass without any effort at all but that’s not the case. Revision is the key to success. Apps like ours can really help,” the AA Driving chief said. The record-setting 59 times was close to the someone who failed 57 times before passing in Hull, East Yorkshire, reported news agency PA. While another person in Guildford, Surrey clocked up 55 unsuccessful attempts. Data by the UK’s Department for Transport shows that the passing rate for theory tests has dropped from 65 per cent in the financial year 2007-08 to 44 per cent in 2022-23. Process for receiving license In the UK, learner drivers have to pass the theory test before they can appear for the practical driving test. ALSO READ | This groundbreaking new drug is all set to increase life span of large dogs The hour-long theory test costs around $29 (£23) and is made up of 50 multiple-choice questions which include highway code and guidance on driving skills. The candidates have to answer at least 43 questions correctly in order to pass. People who fail the theory test have to wait at least three days before taking it again. (With inputs from agencies)

60th time’s the charm: Learner driver in UK takes record-breaking number of attempts to pass theory test

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