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In the first Commons vote on the issue in nearly a decade, MPs support the assisted dying bill by 330 to 275.

About 300 million people have access to some form of assisted dying - what are the policies of other countries?

MPs are voting in what could be one of the most momentous decisions of their political lives.

The transport secretary says she admitted to a criminal offence relating to a police investigation.

Lord Cameron previously opposed assisted dying but says the current bill "is about shortening death".

The government faces pressure from the industry to make changes to electric vehicle sales quotas.

The previous government left courts in financial limbo by failing to settle their funding, lady chief justice says.

The previous government left courts in financial limbo by failing to settle their funding, lady chief justice says.

The legislation would make it illegal for anyone aged 15 or younger to ever buy cigarettes in the UK.

Navinchandra Ramgoolam, in power for a fortnight, spoke after meeting British envoy Jonathan Powell.

The government plans include overhauling job centres, but reforms to benefits are delayed until next year.

The government plans include overhauling job centres, but reforms to benefits are delayed until next year.

Chancellor Rachel Reeves tells the CBI conference she is "not coming back with more borrowing or more taxes".

Jess Phillips says people should ask women is "everything alright" if they appear unsafe during the Christmas party season.

Downing Street refuses to comment on the case but says the government will fulfil its "legal obligations".

Someone paying by direct debit and using a typical amount of energy will pay £21 more a year from January.

Sir Tony Blair pays tribute to his former deputy prime minister, who has died aged 86.

John Prescott who served under Tony's Blair's Labour government has died aged 86.

Labour's Diane Abbott and Conservative Sir Edward Leigh say they fear the bill will put the vulnerable at risk.

The BBC understands the long-range missiles have been fired into Russian territory by Ukraine.

With low temperatures and snow hitting parts of the UK, energy bills will become the focus of many households.

Thousands of people protested Trump's last visit to Scotland as president in 2018.

President Putin has changed his nuclear doctrine in response to the US allowing its missiles to be used by Ukraine.

Government estimates reveal the impact of cuts to the winter fuel allowance, announced earlier this year.

Estimates of the number of farms affected range from 100 to 70,000.

Sir Keir Starmer met Indian prime minister Narendra Modi at the G20 summit of global economic leaders.

The new measures aim to stop private care home providers benefiting excessively from a stretched system.

Starmer's farmer-alarmer in the Budget could crystalise anger over ministers’ perceived ignorance about agricultural life.

The first in-person meeting since 2018 will come as the PM prioritises shoring up support for Ukraine.

The Labour Peer, who is blind is urging Transport for London to do more for visually impaired people.

Earlier this year, William Wragg admitted sharing other MPs' numbers with someone he met on a dating app.

The chancellor says she is "not satisfied" by the latest growth figures, which were weaker than expected.

World leaders, scientists and activists are attending the UN's annual climate talks in Azerbaijan.

Governor Andrew Bailey will deliver his strongest comments yet on the UK's departure from the EU.

The chancellor wants to merge the UK's pension funds but critics worry about the impact on savers.

The chancellor wants to merge the UK's pension funds, but critics worry about the impact on savers.

The health secretary promised measures to aid a hospice sector facing a shortfall of tens of millions of pounds.

The senior official was initially appointed to the role after departing as the PM's chief of staff.

The government has confirmed Sue Gray will not take up her post as the PM's envoy to the nations and regions.

The proposals will now undergo further scrutiny in the Lords, where they are expected to face tough opposition.

Nicola Sturgeon and Humza Yousaf have also applied to be candidates, but are yet to confirm whether they will stand.

Nicola Sturgeon and Humza Yousaf have also applied to be candidates, but are yet to confirm whether they will stand.

Adults expected to die within six months would be eligible under the proposals for England and Wales.

Adults expected to die within six months would be eligible under the proposals for England and Wales.

Adults expected to die within six months would be eligible under the proposals for England and Wales.

Paul Patterson raises concerns about the system at the heart of sub-postmasters' wrongful convictions.

The pair are likely to discuss Donald Trump's US election win when they meet for Armistice Day events in Paris.

Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge accused the BJP of using divisive language and dividing the country along religious and caste lines. Kharge's comments came in response to Prime Minister Narendra Modi's statements alleging that the Congress party had historically opposed the unity of SC/ST/OBC communities. Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge accused the BJP of using divisive language and dividing the country along religious and caste lines. Kharge's comments came in response to Prime Minister Narendra Modi's statements alleging that the Congress party had historically opposed the unity of SC/ST/OBC communities.

The Rajasthan College Education Commissionerate has ordered 20 government colleges to paint their front facades and entry halls orange under the Kayakalp scheme. The initiative aims to create a positive and optimistic learning environment. However, the opposition Congress criticized the move as a political tactic to distract from the government's failures. The Rajasthan College Education Commissionerate has ordered 20 government colleges to paint their front facades and entry halls orange under the Kayakalp scheme. The initiative aims to create a positive and optimistic learning environment. However, the opposition Congress criticized the move as a political tactic to distract from the government's failures.

The BJP in Maharashtra has pledged to implement an anti-conversion law, conduct a skill census, and provide free rations to low-income families. Their manifesto also includes plans to increase financial aid for women, create jobs, and develop the state into a hub for robotics and AI. The BJP in Maharashtra has pledged to implement an anti-conversion law, conduct a skill census, and provide free rations to low-income families. Their manifesto also includes plans to increase financial aid for women, create jobs, and develop the state into a hub for robotics and AI.

Veteran Congress leader and five-time MLA Mateen Ahmed switched to the AAP, following his son and daughter-in-law who joined earlier. Meanwhile, four-time BJP MLA Harsharan Singh Balli left the AAP to rejoin the BJP with his son, ahead of the Delhi Assembly polls due in February. Veteran Congress leader and five-time MLA Mateen Ahmed switched to the AAP, following his son and daughter-in-law who joined earlier. Meanwhile, four-time BJP MLA Harsharan Singh Balli left the AAP to rejoin the BJP with his son, ahead of the Delhi Assembly polls due in February.

Karnataka Minister Priyank Kharge accused the BJP of playing politics over the Waqf Board land claims issue. The claims, affecting farmers, temples, and historical sites, have sparked controversy. The government has ordered a halt to land mutation processes and the withdrawal of eviction notices. Karnataka Minister Priyank Kharge accused the BJP of playing politics over the Waqf Board land claims issue. The claims, affecting farmers, temples, and historical sites, have sparked controversy. The government has ordered a halt to land mutation processes and the withdrawal of eviction notices.

Over 3000 Indian Sikh pilgrims have been granted visas by the Pakistan High Commission in New Delhi to attend the birthday celebrations of Guru Nanak in Pakistan. The celebrations, scheduled from November 14-23, 2024, will see pilgrims visiting several sacred sites. Saad Ahmad Warraich, Charge d' Affaires, extended his felicitations and wished the pilgrims a fulfilling journey. Over 3000 Indian Sikh pilgrims have been granted visas by the Pakistan High Commission in New Delhi to attend the birthday celebrations of Guru Nanak in Pakistan. The celebrations, scheduled from November 14-23, 2024, will see pilgrims visiting several sacred sites. Saad Ahmad Warraich, Charge d' Affaires, extended his felicitations and wished the pilgrims a fulfilling journey.

Putin's troops suffered on average about 1,500 dead or injured a day in October, Admiral Sir Tony Radakin claims.

India's Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar emphasized the importance of respecting and supporting businesses, highlighting their role as job creators and contributors to social harmony. He advocated for economic nationalism, urging a reduction in unnecessary imports to bolster local industries and conserve foreign exchange. India's Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar emphasized the importance of respecting and supporting businesses, highlighting their role as job creators and contributors to social harmony. He advocated for economic nationalism, urging a reduction in unnecessary imports to bolster local industries and conserve foreign exchange.

India's central government is launching a new mental health program for higher education institutions. The program will include capacity building, model institution visits, and a structured framework for psychosocial support. The goal is to address the urgent need for mental health support in these institutions and create environments that encourage healthy behaviors. India's central government is launching a new mental health program for higher education institutions. The program will include capacity building, model institution visits, and a structured framework for psychosocial support. The goal is to address the urgent need for mental health support in these institutions and create environments that encourage healthy behaviors.

In the villages of Anipur Basti and Patiala Basti near the Bangladesh border, residents have embraced Sanskrit as an everyday language. Around 300 villagers, including school children, now converse fluently in the ancient language. This revival, sparked by workshops and educational programs, has reportedly led to improved academic performance and a renewed appreciation for Indian heritage. In the villages of Anipur Basti and Patiala Basti near the Bangladesh border, residents have embraced Sanskrit as an everyday language. Around 300 villagers, including school children, now converse fluently in the ancient language. This revival, sparked by workshops and educational programs, has reportedly led to improved academic performance and a renewed appreciation for Indian heritage.

Vilas Kolha, a former Maoist commander, is casting his vote in the Maharashtra assembly elections, marking a significant victory for democracy. Kolha, who once led attacks to disrupt polls, surrendered three years ago and now advocates for democratic processes. His transformation highlights the changing landscape in Gadchiroli, where surrendered Maoists are embracing new lives and supporting development initiatives. Vilas Kolha, a former Maoist commander, is casting his vote in the Maharashtra assembly elections, marking a significant victory for democracy. Kolha, who once led attacks to disrupt polls, surrendered three years ago and now advocates for democratic processes. His transformation highlights the changing landscape in Gadchiroli, where surrendered Maoists are embracing new lives and supporting development initiatives.

Defense Minister Rajnath Singh criticized Rahul Gandhi for promising a caste census if Congress wins the election, questioning why it wasn't done during their rule. Singh highlighted the complexity of India's caste system, citing a 2011 census that identified a vast number of castes and sub-castes. He accused Congress of misleading the public and questioned their plan for reservation if they conduct a caste census. Defense Minister Rajnath Singh criticized Rahul Gandhi for promising a caste census if Congress wins the election, questioning why it wasn't done during their rule. Singh highlighted the complexity of India's caste system, citing a 2011 census that identified a vast number of castes and sub-castes. He accused Congress of misleading the public and questioned their plan for reservation if they conduct a caste census.

As Mumbai gears up for elections, candidates are leveraging social media, particularly hashtags, to connect with voters and highlight their campaigns. While some believe these online strategies can influence voters, others view them as mere propaganda, emphasizing that voters prioritize tangible solutions over catchy slogans. As Mumbai gears up for elections, candidates are leveraging social media, particularly hashtags, to connect with voters and highlight their campaigns. While some believe these online strategies can influence voters, others view them as mere propaganda, emphasizing that voters prioritize tangible solutions over catchy slogans.

During his Jharkhand campaign trail, Rahul Gandhi criticized the Modi government for record inflation and unemployment, attributing it to divisive politics. He highlighted the INDIA bloc's initiatives in the state, including direct cash transfers and a health insurance scheme. Gandhi assured tribal communities of their rightful recognition and promised a caste census and removal of the 50% reservation cap if INDIA is voted to power. During his Jharkhand campaign trail, Rahul Gandhi criticized the Modi government for record inflation and unemployment, attributing it to divisive politics. He highlighted the INDIA bloc's initiatives in the state, including direct cash transfers and a health insurance scheme. Gandhi assured tribal communities of their rightful recognition and promised a caste census and removal of the 50% reservation cap if INDIA is voted to power.

Telangana Chief Minister Revanth Reddy defended his government's acceptance of a ₹100 crore donation from the Adani Group for a skills university. Reddy, alongside other Congress leaders, highlighted their states' welfare schemes, countering BJP's criticism of Congress's poll guarantees. They argued that if the BJP could write off large corporate loans, Congress-led states could implement pro-poor initiatives. Telangana Chief Minister Revanth Reddy defended his government's acceptance of a ₹100 crore donation from the Adani Group for a skills university. Reddy, alongside other Congress leaders, highlighted their states' welfare schemes, countering BJP's criticism of Congress's poll guarantees. They argued that if the BJP could write off large corporate loans, Congress-led states could implement pro-poor initiatives.

Two village defense guards, Nazir Ahmed and Kuldeep Kumar, were found dead in a forest in Kishtwar district, Jammu, after being abducted and killed by suspected Jaish-e-Mohammed terrorists. The unarmed men were grazing cattle when they were taken. Their deaths sparked outrage and calls for increased security measures from villagers. Two village defense guards, Nazir Ahmed and Kuldeep Kumar, were found dead in a forest in Kishtwar district, Jammu, after being abducted and killed by suspected Jaish-e-Mohammed terrorists. The unarmed men were grazing cattle when they were taken. Their deaths sparked outrage and calls for increased security measures from villagers.

A terrorist was killed in an ongoing anti-terror operation in Rampora, Sopore, by security forces. This is the second encounter in the area in 24 hours and the fourth in North Kashmir in five days. The operation began based on intelligence inputs about the presence of two to three terrorists. While sources suggest the slain terrorist was Pakistani, official confirmation is awaited. A terrorist was killed in an ongoing anti-terror operation in Rampora, Sopore, by security forces. This is the second encounter in the area in 24 hours and the fourth in North Kashmir in five days. The operation began based on intelligence inputs about the presence of two to three terrorists. While sources suggest the slain terrorist was Pakistani, official confirmation is awaited.

The Indian government is installing 100,000 locally made transponders on fishing boats to improve safety and security. These devices will help fishermen avoid crossing maritime borders, receive weather alerts, and locate potential fishing zones. The transponders will also aid in combating illegal fishing and tracking vessels engaged in suspicious activities. The Indian government is installing 100,000 locally made transponders on fishing boats to improve safety and security. These devices will help fishermen avoid crossing maritime borders, receive weather alerts, and locate potential fishing zones. The transponders will also aid in combating illegal fishing and tracking vessels engaged in suspicious activities.

Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge defended his party's commitment to the Constitution against criticism from Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Kharge accused the BJP of hypocrisy, highlighting their past disregard for Ambedkar and questioning Modi's intentions toward the Constitution. He cited the fulfillment of Congress' pledges in Congress-led states as proof of their commitment to the people. Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge defended his party's commitment to the Constitution against criticism from Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Kharge accused the BJP of hypocrisy, highlighting their past disregard for Ambedkar and questioning Modi's intentions toward the Constitution. He cited the fulfillment of Congress' pledges in Congress-led states as proof of their commitment to the people.

The Punjab and Haryana High Court clarified that only turban-wearing Sikhs are exempt from motorcycle helmet laws. This follows a 2022 amendment to the Motor Vehicles Act and aims to improve road safety. The court also requested data on challans issued to women without helmets, reigniting a debate on helmet exemptions for Sikh women. The Punjab and Haryana High Court clarified that only turban-wearing Sikhs are exempt from motorcycle helmet laws. This follows a 2022 amendment to the Motor Vehicles Act and aims to improve road safety. The court also requested data on challans issued to women without helmets, reigniting a debate on helmet exemptions for Sikh women.

Rajasthan BJP chief Madan Rathore sparked controversy with sexist remarks, suggesting RLP MP Hanuman Beniwal would benefit if his wife, Kanika, lost the Khinvsar bypoll. Rathore implied her loss would allow her to focus on childcare, referencing Beniwal's social media posts expressing concerns about her potential return to her parents' home. Rajasthan BJP chief Madan Rathore sparked controversy with sexist remarks, suggesting RLP MP Hanuman Beniwal would benefit if his wife, Kanika, lost the Khinvsar bypoll. Rathore implied her loss would allow her to focus on childcare, referencing Beniwal's social media posts expressing concerns about her potential return to her parents' home.

This teacher not only explains complex geometry but also uses pizza and basketball to do math. The teacher, called Flexi, is not human but an AI tool developed by US-based CK-12 Foundation This teacher not only explains complex geometry but also uses pizza and basketball to do math. The teacher, called Flexi, is not human but an AI tool developed by US-based CK-12 Foundation