Voting is underway in the United Kingdom where millions are casting their ballots in local elections. UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson has also cast his vote at a polling station.

United Kingdom: PM Boris Johnson casts his vote in the UK local elections

Somewhere between eating clean and working out, the term calorie counting has entered our lives, we track our meals painstakingly logging them into calorie tracking apps. Experts have warned against obsessive calorie counting

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Russian State Television has issued a chilling warning. A news report simulated a nuclear attack against the UK and Ireland. How serious is this threat? Palki Sharma brings you a report.

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The Brits are electing their municipal councils. A survey before the polls claimed that the Conservatives could lose over 500 seats. How will a loss affect the political future of Boris Johnson? Palki Sharma gets you a report.

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People across the UK are getting ready to head to their local polling station to vote in the local elections 2022. According to a latest opinion poll, British Prime Minister Boris Johnson's Conservative party will lose nearly 550 seats this time.

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Here we bring you latest updates from the United Kingdom, voters across the country will head to the polls to choose their local decision makers on Thursday. These elections will be held for all London bar councils.

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According to a latest opinion poll, British Prime Minister Boris Johnson's Conservative party will lose nearly 550 seats in the upcoming local elections. It would be the worst showing since Tony Blair was Labour leader in the 1990s.

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Survey: Tories 'set to lose 550 seats' in UK local elections

Trouble mounts for Boris Johnson government in the UK as opposition Labour party has cornered ruling conservative MPs over the porngate scandal. Resignation of UK parliament member- Neil Parish came as a huge blow to the Tory MPs.

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The United States and the United Kingdom are holding first of its kind high-level talks on Taiwan. The advanced talks focus on the Chinese threat to Taiwan.

US-UK first high-level talks on Taiwan

Trouble mounts for Boris Johnson's government in the United Kingdom as the opposition labour party has cornered ruling conservative members of parliament over the 'Porngate scandal'.

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While working during menopause, around one in 10 women have left job due to symptoms, found a survey. &nbsp;

In it, more than 4,000 UK women, who were between the age group of 45 and 55, participated, said a Sky News report. &nbsp;&nbsp;

The women had either experienced the perimenopause or the menopause earlier or were currently undergoing it. &nbsp;&nbsp;

Around 14% women reduced their working hours, 14% went for part-time and 8% did not apply for promotion, the survey found. &nbsp;

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The Fawcett Society supported the research and has also produced a report called ‘Menopause and the Workplace’.&nbsp;

In a Channel 4 documentary called ‘Davina McCall: Sex, Mind And The Menopause’, the findings of the survey will be featured at 9 pm on Monday. &nbsp;

Around 45% women, who were surveyed, had not talked to someone at their GP practice about menopause. Around 29% had not spoken to their GP or a nurse, the report found. &nbsp;&nbsp;

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Fawcett Society chief executive Jemima Olchawski said, "Menopausal women are experiencing unnecessary misery and it's a national scandal. From waiting too long for the right care, to uniforms that cause unnecessary discomfort - women are being badly let down.” &nbsp;

"The government needs to make urgent changes, from requiring employers to have menopause action plans, to creating a route into menopause healthcare, to ensuring that GPs are adequately trained to spot menopause symptoms,” added Olchawski. &nbsp;

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While working during menopause, around one in 10 women have left job due to symptoms, found a survey. In it, more than 4,000 UK women, who were between the age group of 45 and 55, participated, said a Sky News report.

While working during menopause, around one in 10 women have left job due to symptoms, found a survey. In it, more than 4,000 UK women, who were between the age group of 45 and 55, participated, said a Sky News report. The women had either experienced the perimenopause or the menopause earlier or were currently undergoing it. Around 14% women reduced their working hours, 14% went for part-time and 8% did not apply for promotion, the survey found. Also Read | Baby’s day out: Four-year-old kid goes for a spin in mom’s car in Netherlands The Fawcett Society supported the research and has also produced a report called ‘Menopause and the Workplace’. In a Channel 4 documentary called ‘Davina McCall: Sex, Mind And The Menopause’, the findings of the survey will be featured at 9 pm on Monday. Around 45% women, who were surveyed, had not talked to someone at their GP practice about menopause. Around 29% had not spoken to their GP or a nurse, the report found. Watch | United Kingdom: PM Boris Johnson faces major test in local polls × Fawcett Society chief executive Jemima Olchawski said, "Menopausal women are experiencing unnecessary misery and it's a national scandal. From waiting too long for the right care, to uniforms that cause unnecessary discomfort - women are being badly let down.” "The government needs to make urgent changes, from requiring employers to have menopause action plans, to creating a route into menopause healthcare, to ensuring that GPs are adequately trained to spot menopause symptoms,” added Olchawski. WATCH WION LIVE HERE (With inputs from agencies)

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With immense love for her pet cat India, UK woman Deborah Hodge tied the knot in a civil ceremony. This was the best plan the 49-year-old managed to devise after facing eviction a couple of times.

UK woman marries a cat to stop landlords from separating them

More and more countries have promised aid to Ukraine amid the Russian invasion. World leaders, politicians have been visiting Ukraine to show support. Meanwhile, the US, the UK, World Bank and others have promised financial, military and humanitarian aid to Ukraine. Here’s a look at what’s promised to Ukraine and what’s it getting.

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In an update to the Westminster porn scandal, Tory leader and MP under investigation Neil Parish claims has admitted to watching pornography in the parliament and has resigned.

Tory MP Neil Parish admits watching pornography in the parliament, resigns

A new Westminster "sleaze" row has erupted - after a series of sexual misconduct allegations emerged. Over 50 lawmakers are facing charges of misconduct. Palki Sharma tells you more.

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NATO is looking towards a nordic expansion with Finland and Sweden. On the other side, the UK is sending over 8,000 troops to take part in NATO exercises across Eastern Europe. This is the largest deployment by the UK since cold war.

Russia-Ukraine: NATO & joint forces to conduct military exercises in Eastern Europe

In the United Kingdom, Conservative MP is accused of watching porn in Parliament. While two female conservative members accused 'unnamed' MP, Tories Chief Whip has ordered an investigation into allegations.

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The UK is getting set for local elections next week that will take place across Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland and in towns and metropolitan areas of England. Almost 7,000 seats are up for grabs in total.

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British foreign secretary has called for a doubling down support for Ukraine against Russia. In her speech in London, Liz Truss has urged the West to provide more support and NATO-standard weapons toa rm Ukraine for the ongoing war.

British foreign secretary Liz Truss asks for NATO-standard weapons for Ukraine

In the biggest overhaul of its asylum system in decades, the United Kingdom has made the Nationality and Borders Act into law.

As per the Government of UK website this law will “deter illegal entry into the UK, breaking the business model of people-smuggling networks, and speed up the removal of those with no right to be in the UK.”

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Despite widespread outrage and charges that it violates international law, Britain praised what it called a "world-leading" overhaul of its asylum system.

Home Secretary Priti Patel, who herself comes from a family of asylum seekers and whose parents escaped Idi Amin's Uganda, has dubbed the controversial act's passage a "landmark" that brought about changes suited for the 21st century.

The bill, which was passed late Wednesday by parliament, includes maximum life penalties for human traffickers who are accused of assisting unauthorised migration.

However, it also imposes harsher prison sentences for anyone who enters the country illegally, raising concerns that it could be used against asylum seekers.

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The act gives agencies more authority to expedite the expulsion of failed asylum seekers and "dangerous foreign criminals," as well as brings an end to "meritless" judicial battles to prevent deportation, as described by Patel.

Quite notably one of its provisions, dubs,&nbsp;people who have claimed asylum in another “safe” country “inadmissible’ to the UK asylum system.

Human rights organisations and charities that help refugees and migrants have lambasted the idea, and some have threatened to sue the government.

The new legislation, according to UN Refugee Chief Filippo Grandi, may violate both the letter and the spirit of global refugee accords to which Britain is a signatory.

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He expressed disappointment that the country was considering closing its doors to asylum seekers and giving refugees a lower status, with the possibility of deportation looming.

According to Oxfam's head of government relations, Sam Nadel, it is "heinous" and "a devastating blow for families fleeing conflict and persecution."

"The government should be protecting, not punishing, refugees," he remarked.

Among the key reforms are:

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	<li>Tougher penalties for smugglers.</li>
	<li>Up to four years in prison for illegally entering the country or overstaying a visa.</li>
	<li>Measures to end “the merry-go-round of legal challenges which can be used to frustrate removal of those with no right to be in the UK”.</li>
	<li>A “US-style Electronic Travel Authorisation scheme”.</li>
</ul>

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In the biggest overhaul of its asylum system in decades, the United Kingdom has made the Nationality and Borders Act into law. As per the Government of UK website this law will “deter illegal entry into the UK, breaking the business model of people-smuggling networks, and speed up the removal of those with no right to be in the UK.

In the biggest overhaul of its asylum system in decades, the United Kingdom has made the Nationality and Borders Act into law. As per the Government of UK website this law will “deter illegal entry into the UK, breaking the business model of people-smuggling networks, and speed up the removal of those with no right to be in the UK.” Also read | Boris Johnson's distraction plan: Forget partygate, let's 'take back control' of UK borders Despite widespread outrage and charges that it violates international law, Britain praised what it called a "world-leading" overhaul of its asylum system. Home Secretary Priti Patel, who herself comes from a family of asylum seekers and whose parents escaped Idi Amin's Uganda, has dubbed the controversial act's passage a "landmark" that brought about changes suited for the 21st century. The bill, which was passed late Wednesday by parliament, includes maximum life penalties for human traffickers who are accused of assisting unauthorised migration. However, it also imposes harsher prison sentences for anyone who enters the country illegally, raising concerns that it could be used against asylum seekers. Watch | Gravitas: Outrage over UK-Rwanda migrant deal The act gives agencies more authority to expedite the expulsion of failed asylum seekers and "dangerous foreign criminals," as well as brings an end to "meritless" judicial battles to prevent deportation, as described by Patel. Quite notably one of its provisions, dubs, people who have claimed asylum in another “safe” country “inadmissible’ to the UK asylum system. Human rights organisations and charities that help refugees and migrants have lambasted the idea, and some have threatened to sue the government. The new legislation, according to UN Refugee Chief Filippo Grandi, may violate both the letter and the spirit of global refugee accords to which Britain is a signatory. Also read | Rwanda genocide survivors moved out so Patel could inspect UK asylum facility He expressed disappointment that the country was considering closing its doors to asylum seekers and giving refugees a lower status, with the possibility of deportation looming. According to Oxfam's head of government relations, Sam Nadel, it is "heinous" and "a devastating blow for families fleeing conflict and persecution." "The government should be protecting, not punishing, refugees," he remarked. Among the key reforms are: Tougher penalties for smugglers. Up to four years in prison for illegally entering the country or overstaying a visa. Measures to end “the merry-go-round of legal challenges which can be used to frustrate removal of those with no right to be in the UK”. A “US-style Electronic Travel Authorisation scheme”. Watch WION LIVE HERE: (With inputs from agencies)

Human rights groups concerned as UK brings about biggest overhaul to its asylum law

Crimes against women have been on a rise in the world. From secluded streets to even parliaments, no place seems to be safe nowadays. &nbsp;

Well, yes, you read it right, parliament. Wondering which country’s parliament is it? The answer is the UK. &nbsp;

The revelation has been made by a female cabinet minister, who seemed to have become tired of "wandering hands" in parliament. &nbsp;&nbsp;

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The minister has claimed that all the women in the parliament have been a victim of these "wandering hands". &nbsp;

Not just this, the minister has also told the male MPs "to keep your hands in your pockets", media reports said. &nbsp;

Some men at Westminster think by getting elected they have become "God's gift to women" and that they can "please themselves", International Trade Secretary Anne-Marie Trevelyan told Sky News. &nbsp;

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"I think all of us as women in parliament have been subjected to inappropriate language, to you know, wandering hands as my granny used to call it. It doesn't change," Trevelyan said. &nbsp;

"Fundamentally, if you're a bloke, keep your hands in your pockets and behave as you would if you had your daughter in the room. I'm very comfortable calling out anybody who thinks that their wandering hands are okay. And I have done it a number of times over the years," Trevelyan told the outlet. &nbsp;

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Crimes against women have been on a rise in the world. From secluded streets to even parliaments, no place seems to be safe nowadays. Well, yes, you read it right, parliament.

Crimes against women have been on a rise in the world. From secluded streets to even parliaments, no place seems to be safe nowadays. Well, yes, you read it right, parliament. Wondering which country’s parliament is it? The answer is the UK. The revelation has been made by a female cabinet minister, who seemed to have become tired of "wandering hands" in parliament. Also Read: Fearing separation, UK woman marries pet cat The minister has claimed that all the women in the parliament have been a victim of these "wandering hands". Not just this, the minister has also told the male MPs "to keep your hands in your pockets", media reports said. Some men at Westminster think by getting elected they have become "God's gift to women" and that they can "please themselves", International Trade Secretary Anne-Marie Trevelyan told Sky News. Watch: British foreign secretary Liz Truss asks for NATO-standard weapons for Ukraine × "I think all of us as women in parliament have been subjected to inappropriate language, to you know, wandering hands as my granny used to call it. It doesn't change," Trevelyan said. "Fundamentally, if you're a bloke, keep your hands in your pockets and behave as you would if you had your daughter in the room. I'm very comfortable calling out anybody who thinks that their wandering hands are okay. And I have done it a number of times over the years," Trevelyan told the outlet. (With inputs from agencies)

Tired of 'wandering hands' in parliament, UK’s female minister tells male MPs, 'Keep hands in your pockets'

When in love is it okay to marry your pet?&nbsp;

With immense love for her pet cat India, UK woman Deborah Hodge tied the knot in a civil ceremony. This was the best plan the 49-year-old managed to devise after facing eviction a couple of times. After having had to vacate multiple homes as landlords had objections over pets, the mother of two now considered marrying her 5-year-old pet cat.

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The move also comes after she had to let go off two of her pet dogs and a cat in the past. If a marriage can save you from eviction and ensure the company of your beloved pet, isn't it a good idea?

Hodge and India's wedding took place earlier this month and was ordained by the former's friend, there were guests who witnessed this union as well. At the ceremony, India sported a tuxedo and was draped in gold lamé.

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“I recited vows under the universe that no man will ever tear myself and India apart," Hodge told The Post. 5-year-old India was meowing as the vows were being recited, she added.

“I refuse to be parted with her. I'd rather live on the streets than be without her," Hodge expressed. Conveying the message to her future landlords that they are now inseparable.

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Her kids and India are the most important to Hodge and this union is testimony to the fact.

Now, Hodge fears eviction yet again this time as she unexpectedly lost her job as a life coach.

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When in love is it okay to marry your pet? With immense love for her pet cat India, UK woman Deborah Hodge tied the knot in a civil ceremony. This was the best plan the 49-year-old managed to devise after facing eviction a couple of times.

When in love is it okay to marry your pet? With immense love for her pet cat India, UK woman Deborah Hodge tied the knot in a civil ceremony. This was the best plan the 49-year-old managed to devise after facing eviction a couple of times. After having had to vacate multiple homes as landlords had objections over pets, the mother of two now considered marrying her 5-year-old pet cat. Also read | Kellogg's launches legal challenge against UK's new rules to limit sugary foods The move also comes after she had to let go off two of her pet dogs and a cat in the past. If a marriage can save you from eviction and ensure the company of your beloved pet, isn't it a good idea? Hodge and India's wedding took place earlier this month and was ordained by the former's friend, there were guests who witnessed this union as well. At the ceremony, India sported a tuxedo and was draped in gold lamé. WATCH WION LIVE HERE “I recited vows under the universe that no man will ever tear myself and India apart," Hodge told The Post. 5-year-old India was meowing as the vows were being recited, she added. “I refuse to be parted with her. I'd rather live on the streets than be without her," Hodge expressed. Conveying the message to her future landlords that they are now inseparable. Also read | United Kingdom's defence ministry investigating Russian hack targeting its army recruits Her kids and India are the most important to Hodge and this union is testimony to the fact. Now, Hodge fears eviction yet again this time as she unexpectedly lost her job as a life coach. (With inputs from Agencies)

Fearing separation, UK woman marries pet cat

The cost of living in the UK has gone up owing to the hike in fuel and food prices. According to research conducted by the office for national statistics, nine out of ten citizens have faced an uptick in their cost of living.

United Kingdom: Inflation hits UK economy, energy and food prices rise

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