Louise Casey: England’s social care system faces ‘moment of reckoning’ Head of government-commissioned review says adult social care is held together by ‘sticking plasters and glue’

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‘We almost lost you in the night’ - the life-threatening rise of measles in the UK It is one of the most infectious diseases around, and can cause blindness and hearing loss – and can also be fatal. Why are cases now soaring and what can be done about it?

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The UK government didn't want you to see this report on ecosystem collapse. I'm not surprised | George Monbiot It took an FOI request to bring this national security assessment to light. For ‘doomsayers’ like us, it is the ultimate vindication, says Guardian columnist George Monbiot

The UK government didn't want you to see this report on ecosystem collapse. I'm not surprised | George Monbiot

The Trump administration has removed an exhibit on slavery at Independence National Historical Park in Philadelphia, calling it “corrosive ideology.”

🍲 Roots & Recipes
Drop-in sessions for refugees & asylum seekers in Leeds to share traditional recipes and the stories behind them.

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Troops and warplanes deployed in Benin after ‘failed coup attempt’ West African Ecowas forces sent to country after group of soldiers announced dissolution of government on state TV West African troops were deployed to Benin on Sunday following what the country’s president described as an unsuccessful coup attempt. Benin’s president, Patrice Talon, said on Sunday that the situation was “totally under control” after security forces acted to end a coup attempt by a group of soldiers who attacked state institutions. Continue reading...

Troops and warplanes deployed in Benin after ‘failed coup attempt’

Nepal has eliminated rubella as a public health problem.

Congratulations! #Nepal has eliminated #rubella as a public health problem.

This success reflects the commitment & efforts of leaders, health workers, volunteers & community members to ensure a healthy start for babies & a future free of rubella. 🔗 bit.ly/3JEMlOc

Trying to refind my kin / clan on this platform !