Policy at Heidesee lake in Halle introduced after cases in which visitors ignored rules and lifeguards’ instructions An open air swimming lake in the eastern German city of Halle which has refused entry to bathers who don’t speak German has been told it must lift the ban or face possible legal action. The Heidesee lake, a natural lake in a flooded former open-cast mine, recently introduced a check at the entrance to filter out visitors whose German was deemed not good enough to follow safety ins
Readers remember the Sherwood Forest tree that has failed to produce leaves for the first time in 1,000 years After hundreds of years inspiring wonder in Sherwood Forest, the Major oak has died . We asked readers to share their memories of one of the UK’s most recognisable natural landmarks, said to have offered a sanctuary for Robin Hood, and the response was overwhelming, with many sharing heartfelt stories of childhood adventures. Joanna de Graaf from Leicestershire wrote: “I grew up in Notti
President Donald Trump in the Oval Office of the White House on Tuesday in Washington, D.C.
Spokesperson says departing PM will serve out remainder of his term representing Holborn and St Pancras UK politics live – latest updates Keir Starmer will remain the MP for Holborn and St Pancras after standing down as prime minister, Downing Street has confirmed. Starmer’s spokesperson said he was not expecting to take a role in Andy Burnham’s cabinet if offered one, though some MPs have suggested Burnham could make Starmer foreign secretary. Continue reading...
The investigation is targeting current and former police executives, sources familiar with it told ABC News.
BBC World News · Oct 8
Sixteen pupils, aged between 15 and 18, died when a fire broke out in a dormitory at Utumishi Girls' School last month.
Guardian - World · Oct 8
In this week’s newsletter: As the EU consolidates, the UK faces renewed debate over the long‑term shape of its relationship with the continent • Don’t get This Is Europe delivered to your inbox? Sign up here The morning of 24 June 2016, the day after Britain voted to leave the EU, dawned grey and overcast in Brussels, after a stormy night. As the Guardian’s correspondent in the city, after a few hours’ sleep, I hurried to a breakfast briefing with Conservative MEPs at a smart hotel in the EU
Fox News · Oct 8
Comedian Larry David is blasting President Donald Trump ’s celebration of the nation’s 250th anniversary with a White House UFC fight, adding that the event made him feel "embarrassed to be an American." In an interview with Variety , David had harsh words for the president. "It was a travesty," David told the outlet, referring to Trump’s UFC fight. "What else can you say about it?" The 78-year-old comic went on to express how he is feeling unpatriotic in light of the event. TRUMP MARKS 80TH BIR
Guardian - World · Oct 8
Jonathan Anderson’s golden touch is on display in Paris with mix of metallics, brooches and ripped jeans Fashion brands were tuned to the weather forecast in Paris in the run-up to the menswear shows this week – and aware temperatures would reach 40C on Wednesday. This weekend a decision was made – the Christian Dior show, originally scheduled for the afternoon, would be moved to 9am, to avoid the heat of the day. The change in time certainly made the experience more palatable – as did (in possi
