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British MPs have voted in favor of legalizing assisted dying in England and Wales, marking a significant step towards social reform. The decision followed a passionate and thoughtful debate, allowing lawmakers to vote according to their personal beliefs rather than party lines.
Controversial figure George Galloway wins a by-election in the Rochdale constituency, returning to the British Parliament with nearly 40% of the vote. His victory speech criticized the incumbent Labour leader and focused on the ongoing conflict in Gaza. Galloway's history includes expulsion from the Labour Party over opposition to the Iraq war, and he has faced criticism for his anti-Israel stance and ties to state-run media.
The British Parliament was thrown into disarray as MPs from the Scottish National Party and Conservatives walked out in protest, accusing Speaker Lindsay Hoyle of favoring the Labour Party during a symbolic vote on a Gaza cease-fire. Hoyle's decision to allow Labour to put forward its own amendment to the motion, which softened language on Israel's conduct, sparked outrage and criticism. Despite an emotional apology from Hoyle, tensions remain high, with the SNP expressing skepticism about his position.
Elton John addressed British lawmakers in Parliament, urging them to take more action in the fight against HIV/AIDS. He called on them to push beyond their comfort zones and pledged his support. John's AIDS Foundation has raised millions of dollars to prevent HIV infections and reduce stigma. The U.K. government has extended a pilot program to test people visiting hospital emergency rooms for HIV, which has discovered hundreds of undetected cases. The program will be expanded to 46 more emergency departments across England, aiming to reach the estimated 4,500 people living with undiagnosed HIV. The U.K. hopes to achieve zero HIV transmissions in England by 2030.
Elton John addressed British lawmakers in Parliament, urging them to take more action in the fight against HIV/AIDS. He called on them to push beyond their comfort zones and emphasized the importance of their leadership. John's AIDS Foundation has raised millions of dollars to prevent HIV infections and reduce stigma. He welcomed the extension of a pilot program that tests people for HIV in hospital emergency rooms, which has already discovered hundreds of undetected cases. The program will be expanded to more emergency departments across England, aiming to reach the estimated 4,500 people living with undiagnosed HIV. The U.K. aims to achieve zero HIV transmissions in England by 2030.
Two men, including a researcher working in the British Parliament, were arrested in March on suspicion of spying for China. The arrests, revealed over the weekend, have sparked concerns about Chinese espionage and raised questions about the government's response. The researcher, who had access to the Houses of Commons and Lords, denies the allegations. British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak expressed his concerns to China's Premier Li Qiang at the G-20 summit, while China called the charges "fabricated." The investigation is ongoing, and the House of Commons is scheduled to discuss the matter.
Glenda Jackson, a two-time Academy Award-winning actress and former British lawmaker, has died at the age of 87 after a short illness. Jackson was one of the biggest British stars of the 1960s and 70s, winning Oscars for "Women in Love" and "A Touch of Class." In her 50s, she went into politics, serving as a Labour Party lawmaker for 23 years and as a minister for transport in Prime Minister Tony Blair’s first government in 1997. After leaving Parliament in 2015, she returned to acting and won a BAFTA award for her performance in "Elizabeth is Missing."
The British parliament has decided to block TikTok on all devices on its network, following a similar ban on government devices, due to security concerns. TikTok's spokesperson called the action "misguided" and based on misconceptions about the company. The app has already been banned on official devices in the United States, Canada, Belgium, and the European Commission. TikTok has come under scrutiny due to fears that user data could end up in the hands of the Chinese government, undermining Western security interests.