Danny Boyle and Alex Garland have created a new film titled "28 Years Later," which is part of the series that began with "28 Days Later." The movie explores a world still affected by a fictional virus, reflecting the real-life experience many had during the Covid pandemic. The story focuses on a boy named Spike, who lives on a sanctuary island off England, as he learns to survive in a changed world.
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"28 Years Later" is a new film directed by Danny Boyle and written by Alex Garland.
The film is part of a series that started with "28 Days Later" in 2002.
It explores themes similar to those experienced during the Covid pandemic.
The story is set on an island sanctuary connected to Britain's quarantined mainland.
The main character is a 12-year-old boy named Spike.
Spike and his family live in a small community on Holy Island off the north-east coast of England.
The virus in the film causes people to become "infected," and they continue to be a threat.
The film shows a divide between generations who remember life before and after the virus outbreak.
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Scientists warn that the Earth may exceed the 1.5°C global warming limit in about three years if current carbon dioxide emission levels continue. Nearly 200 countries agreed in 2015 to keep global temperature rise below this level to avoid severe climate impacts, but continued high emissions of CO2 and other gases threaten this goal.
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Scientists say the Earth could pass the 1.5°C warming limit in three years if emissions stay high.
In 2015, nearly 200 countries aimed to limit warming to 1.5°C above the late 1800s temperatures.
Current global CO2 emissions are about 40 billion tonnes per year.
The "carbon budget," the amount of CO2 humans can emit to stay within the 1.5°C limit, has decreased to 130 billion tonnes.
Last year saw record high temperatures, partly due to natural weather patterns, but mainly because of human activity.
The Earth’s warming rate is about 0.27°C per decade.
Atmospheric CO2 removal technologies exist, but scientists warn they may not fully reverse warming.
"Earth's energy imbalance" shows heat accumulation has doubled compared to past decades, driven by CO2 emissions.
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The Office for Students (OfS) in England has provided new guidelines for universities to protect free speech, which will be enforced from August. The guidelines aim to ensure students can encounter all kinds of views as a part of their education, while universities face potential fines for not adhering to these rules.
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Arif Ahmed from the OfS emphasized the importance of exposing students to opinions they might find shocking or offensive.
The OfS has released guidance on a new law focusing on protecting free speech at universities starting this summer.
Universities may face fines potentially amounting to millions of pounds if they fail to support free speech.
Earlier, the University of Sussex was fined £585,000 for not upholding free speech due to its policies on trans and non-binary equality.
The new guidelines cover many aspects of university life, including protests, debates, and teaching.
The guidelines include 54 scenarios to help interpret the new law, addressing situations like student protests.
Students Paris and Marie-Louise stressed the importance of respecting others' opinions while exercising free speech.
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Two new Alzheimer's drugs, donanemab and lecanemab, are too expensive to be funded by the NHS in England. These drugs could slow the disease but are not seen as a good use of public money because of their high cost and limited benefits.
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The new drugs are called donanemab and lecanemab.
These drugs help slow down Alzheimer's but do not stop or reverse it.
NICE (National Institute for Health and Care Excellence) says they are too expensive for the NHS.
Treatment costs in the US are £20,000-£25,000 per patient per year.
About 70,000 people in England with mild dementia could have used these drugs.
The drugs can delay the disease’s progression by four-to-six months.
Funding the drugs could cost the NHS around £1.5 billion annually just for the medications.
To use these drugs, extra NHS resources like spinal fluid infusions and frequent brain scans are needed.
The pharmaceutical companies plan to appeal against NICE's decision.
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Hurricane Erick, currently a Category 2 storm, is strengthening and is expected to become a Category 3 hurricane. It is set to hit Mexico’s Pacific coast on Thursday, bringing strong winds and heavy rain. Preparations are being made with shelters established and emergency responders ready.
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Hurricane Erick is a Category 2 storm, expected to strengthen to Category 3 before landfall.
It will likely hit the coast between Oaxaca and Guerrero.
Winds have reached 175 km/h (110 mph) and could increase.
The hurricane might cause dangerous winds and flash floods.
At least 50 cm (20 inches) of rain is expected.
Approximately 2,000 shelters are in place in Chiapas, Guerrero, and Oaxaca.
Over 18,000 first responders are ready to help.
The impact is expected between Puerto Ángel and Punta Maldonado, areas known for steep terrain where mudslides are a concern.
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Speculation is rising about whether former US President Donald Trump will approve military strikes on Iran's nuclear sites. The decision has significant implications, with potential support or involvement from the UK being discussed. The US is also involved in other international issues, including concerns about a Chinese firm's involvement in a UK wind turbine project.
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Donald Trump is considering whether to launch military strikes against Iran's nuclear facilities.
Iran has warned the US of "irreparable harm" if such attacks occur.
The US possesses large missiles capable of targeting Iran's underground nuclear sites.
The UK is contemplating military support for the US if Trump decides to act.
There are legal concerns in the UK about participating in a US strike on Iran.
The US has cautioned the UK regarding a Chinese company's role in a wind turbine project.
The UK seeks to push back a NATO spending target to 2035 from the proposed 2032.
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England's Under-21 football team, coached by Lee Carsley, lost 2-1 to Germany in the European Under-21 Championship, falling behind 2-0 early in the game. Carsley made changes at half-time to improve the team's performance, which helped them play better in the second half. Despite the loss, England will face Spain in the quarter-finals.
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England Under-21 team lost 2-1 to Germany in the European Championship.
Germany scored two goals in the first 33 minutes of the game.
Lee Carsley is the coach of the England Under-21 team.
Carsley made three substitutions at half-time to strengthen the team.
England performed better in the second half with Alex Scott scoring a goal.
Slovenia's loss to the Czech Republic ensured England advanced to the quarter-finals.
Carsley had limited preparation time due to his previous role with the senior team.
England will play against Spain in their next match.
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The Los Angeles Lakers, a famous basketball team, are being sold mostly to billionaire Mark Walter for about $10 billion. Walter already owns part of the team and also has major shares in the Los Angeles Dodgers baseball team. The deal will make it the most expensive sale of any sports team in the US.
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The Los Angeles Lakers' majority ownership is being sold in a record-breaking deal.
The sale is estimated at $10 billion, making it the highest-priced sports franchise sale in US history.
Mark Walter, who has been a stakeholder since 2021, is buying the majority stake.
Walter already controls the Los Angeles Dodgers baseball team.
The Buss family has owned the Lakers since 1979, and Jeanie Buss will remain the team's governor.
The Lakers have won 11 championships under the Buss family's ownership.
A recent similar high-value sale was the Boston Celtics in March for $6.1 billion.
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Two people have been charged after a 15-year-old boy was shot at a home in Cardiff on 7 June. The boy's injuries were not life-threatening. The suspects, aged 20 and 17, are from Bristol and face charges related to owning a firearm and causing serious harm.
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The shooting happened in Clos y Ffynnon, Pontprennau, Cardiff around 20:00 BST on 7 June.
The boy who was shot had injuries that were not life-threatening.
Ashley Corbin, 20, and a 17-year-old boy, both from Bristol, are charged with firearm offenses and causing serious harm.
They are set to appear in Cardiff Magistrates' Court.
Four other people have been arrested in connection to the shooting, including an 18-year-old woman and a 22-year-old man.
South Wales Police are investigating with the help of Avon and Somerset Police.
Detectives seek dashcam video from the Pontprennau or Pentwyn areas around the time of the incident.
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Trent Alexander-Arnold made his debut for Real Madrid in a Club World Cup match against Al-Hilal, which ended in a 1-1 draw. The 26-year-old former Liverpool player was involved in both attacking and defensive plays during the match and was substituted in the 65th minute.
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Trent Alexander-Arnold is now playing for Real Madrid after leaving Liverpool, where he played 354 games.
He wore a white kit with his first name, Trent, and the number 12 on the back.
He participated in a match that ended 1-1 against Al-Hilal in the Club World Cup.
During the game, his performance included assisting in Real Madrid's goal and making several successful passes.
He faced challenges, such as being caught out of position and losing the ball 12 times.
At half-time, his passing accuracy was 84%, which was the second-best among his team.
Trent played in a more forward, attacking role at times and had a total of 57 touches before being substituted.
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Israel's Prime Minister, Benjamin Netanyahu, has stated that Iran might be able to make a nuclear bomb within months. Recent attacks by Israel on Iran have brought more attention to Iran's nuclear program. BBC's Ros Atkins provides details on the current status of Iran's nuclear developments.
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Israel's Prime Minister Netanyahu claims Iran could soon develop a nuclear bomb.
Recent Israeli attacks targeted Iran, focusing attention on its nuclear activities.
BBC's Ros Atkins is providing information about Iran's nuclear program.
Iran's nuclear program has been a long-standing concern for Israel.
The article includes a production team with additional reporting by multiple journalists and graphics support.
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The Notting Hill Carnival organizers have requested urgent funding from the government to ensure safety and continuation of the event. A safety review highlighted public safety concerns, and more resources are needed to manage large crowds effectively.
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Notting Hill Carnival is Europe’s largest street festival, attracting around two million people each August.
Organizers asked for government funding to address safety concerns, as outlined in a letter to Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy.
An independent safety review identified critical public safety issues needing more funds to resolve.
The Met Police raised concerns about possible mass casualty incidents due to high crowd density.
The safety review was funded by the Greater London Authority and local councils.
The review's detailed findings have not yet been publicly released.
Past support came from local councils and Arts Council England, but direct government funding has never been granted.
Approximately 7,000 police officers were deployed for the 2024 carnival, highlighting the event's large operational scale.
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Israel and Iran are in ongoing conflict, with both countries launching attacks on each other. Israel claims it is acting to prevent Iran from building a nuclear weapon, while Iran disputes this claim. The situation is complex as Iran's internal politics and the potential involvement of the United States add to the tension.
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Israel attacked an oil depot in Tehran on June 15.
Israel believes Iran is trying to build a nuclear weapon, which Iran denies.
The US has not decided whether to join the conflict.
Iran's Supreme Leader is Ali Khamenei, who holds significant power.
Iran's government faces internal divisions and protests.
There are large evacuations in Tehran due to safety concerns.
The US has military personnel in the Middle East that could be at risk if the conflict escalates.
Iran's former allies in the region, like Syria, are no longer supportive due to recent changes.
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Jack Draper, a top British tennis player, is improving his strength and fitness to perform better in matches. He recently won a tough match at the Queen's Club tournament and aims to perform well at Wimbledon. Draper believes his fitness work is paying off and hopes to advance further in future competitions.
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Jack Draper is 23 years old and ranks sixth in the world in men's tennis.
He won a match against Alexei Popyrin at Queen's Club, coming back after losing the first set.
Draper has not moved beyond the second round at Wimbledon in the past.
He focused on improving his strength and fitness to last longer in matches.
A major turning point for Draper's endurance was during the Australian Open, despite retiring in a match due to injury.
Draper aims to peak at Wimbledon and seeks to advance further than in previous years.
Winning his next match at Queen's will secure a higher seed at Wimbledon, helping him avoid top-ranked players early.
Draper has expressed confidence in his ability to improve further.
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Manchester City won their opening match in the new Fifa Club World Cup against Moroccan club Wydad AC, with a 2-0 victory. Phil Foden played a crucial role by scoring an early goal and assisting another, showcasing a return to form after a challenging previous season.
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Manchester City defeated Wydad AC 2-0 in the Fifa Club World Cup.
Phil Foden scored in the second minute and assisted Jeremy Doku's goal.
Foden struggled with form and fitness last season, scoring only seven Premier League goals.
He was pleased with the performance and spoke about returning to his best.
City's manager, Pep Guardiola, praised Foden's performance in a new midfield role.
Foden touched the ball 54 times before being substituted in the 60th minute.
The team featured debutants Tijjani Reijnders and Rayan Cherki, who played positively.
Reijnders described himself as a "box-to-box" midfielder, highlighting his athleticism.
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Tennis player Katie Boulter revealed that she receives a lot of abusive messages on social media, many linked to gambling. A report by Signify found that 40% of the abuse directed at tennis players comes from gamblers, often after losing bets. Both players and tennis authorities are increasingly dealing with the complex relationship between the sport and gambling sponsorships.
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Katie Boulter says she faces abuse on social media related to gambling.
A company called Signify found that 40% of abuse messages towards tennis players are from people upset about gambling losses.
In the UK, 13% of people who bet on sports included tennis in their betting activities in 2023.
Some tennis gamblers in the UK spend over £200 monthly, with 34% using loyalty schemes from betting websites.
'Angry gamblers' account for 77% of the abuse messages received by players monitored by Signify.
There is controversy around tennis and gambling sponsorships due to concerns like potential match-fixing.
Betting sponsorships are becoming more common because they bring in a lot of money, despite ethical concerns.
Novak Djokovic expressed that players should receive a larger share of the money from gambling sponsorships.
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An NHS mental health trust called the North East London NHS Foundation Trust (NELFT) is facing criticism over the deaths of 20 patients in the past 10 years. Coroners have found issues with how the trust assessed patient risks and kept records, including one instance where records showed a patient ate breakfast three days after his death. The trust was recently found guilty of failing to ensure the safety of a patient who took her own life, but was cleared of corporate manslaughter charges.
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The North East London NHS Foundation Trust (NELFT) is under scrutiny regarding 20 patient deaths over the last decade.
Coroners have reported concerns about poor risk assessment for patients and inaccuracies in patient records.
In one case, hospital records falsely showed a deceased patient had eaten breakfast days after his death.
The trust was found guilty of breaking health and safety laws in the care of 22-year-old Alice Figueiredo, who died by suicide.
A jury cleared the trust of corporate manslaughter charges in relation to Alice's case.
Since Alice's death, nearly 30 reports have raised issues about patient care at NELFT.
The trust claims it is working on improving patient safety, record-keeping, and staff training.
Problems highlighted include poor communication, staff shortages, and long-standing issues with patient medication reviews.
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A suggestion to use cats to control mice in the UK Parliament has been declined. The decision was based on advice that the environment is unsafe for cats due to construction work and other hazards.
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A Labour peer suggested using cats to handle the mouse problem in the UK Parliament.
Larry the cat has been the chief mouser at 10 Downing Street since 2011.
Lord Gardiner of Kimble stated there are no plans to introduce cats to the Palace of Westminster.
Concerns were raised about construction work making the area unsafe for cats.
Self-closing doors could trap cats without food or water.
There is no reliable system in place for daily cat care at the Parliament estate.
The UK Parliament spends thousands of pounds annually on pest control.
Palmerston, another cat, previously served at the Foreign Office and now works overseas in Bermuda.
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The British and Irish Lions are set to play against Argentina on Friday at the Aviva Stadium in Dublin. Coach Andy Farrell is optimistic about the team's fitness, despite some players being unavailable due to injuries. Jack van Poortvliet has joined the team as cover, with Alex Mitchell starting as scrum-half.
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The match between British and Irish Lions and Argentina is scheduled for Friday at Aviva Stadium in Dublin.
Jamison Gibson-Park will not play due to injury, but coach Andy Farrell is hopeful he will be ready for future matches.
Jack van Poortvliet is brought in as cover for the match, with Alex Mitchell starting as scrum-half.
Tadhg Furlong will participate from the bench; this follows a recent injury-plagued season.
Farrell reports positive injury updates, noting that most unavailable players are close to being fit.
The training camp initially involved a smaller group due to domestic finals, but the team has since come together.
Farrell highlights the depth and competition within the team, providing opportunities for players to impress each other.
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