Summary: US soldier Travis King crossed into North Korea last month, seeking refuge from alleged racism and mistreatment in the US Army . North Korea publicly acknowledges the incident, sharing their interpretation of Travis King 's motivations. The Pentagon cannot verify the claims made by North Korea regarding King's allegations. Travis King was facing legal issues in South Korea and expressed concerns about racism and mental well-being prior to his border-crossing . The case highlights complexities surrounding military personnel and cross-border situations. ...

Summary: Angus Cloud, known for his role in Euphoria, has passed away at the age of 25. His family revealed that he had been battling with his mental health, compounded by the recent loss of his father. The tragedy serves as a poignant reminder to support those struggling with mental health issues and not suffer in silence. Angus Cloud, known for his role in Euphoria, has passed away at the young age of 25, sparking an outpouring of grief and tributes. His family revealed that ...

This is Eurovision 2023 calling... | The Leader Podcast ES Audio From the Evening Standard in London, I'm Rachelle Travers and this is The Leader. Eurovision 2023. Are you ready? For the first time in 25 years, the competition is back on UK soil, as we play hosts for last year's winner, Ukraine. The party atmosphere is already well underway in Liverpool, who beat out a number of other cities hoping to be the stage for the big event. Last time, Sam Ryder did the UK proud with his song, Spaceman. But this year is the turn of Mae Muller. We'll be hoping to win the competition, or at least a respectable finish, with her entry, I wrote a song. Here with me to discuss all things Eurovision and everything you need to know about the competition this year are… I'm Professor Helen Julie Miners, Head of School of Arts at York St John University. I do various things. I'm a t...

Summary: An independent review in England has led to government commitments to improve miscarriage care, including better ways to handle remains with dignity, a voluntary certificate for parents who suffer a miscarriage before 24 weeks, and access to 24-7 care. The review aims to put dignity back into the process of handling early pregnancy losses, addressing the prevailing clinical approach by healthcare staff. Campaigners, including musician Mylene Klass, have played a significant role in advocating for change to miscarriage laws and promoting awareness of the emotional toll of such losses. ...

Martin Lewis: Energy Price Guarantee rise would be 'act of national harm' If the price rises in April, it's not firms, it's not regulators, it is the government putting people's prices up. Well, I wrote to the Chancellor three weeks ago, asking him to not increase the rise, the energy price guarantee in April by 20% as planned, for all the reasons that have just been outlined there. And most importantly, what you have to understand is if we do increase it, it would result in an act of national mental health harm. People have been battered by successive rises in energy bills, 14% rises in broadband, 7% in water, 5% in council tax. And for the sake of just three months, and you heard the explanation of why it's just three months there, to send millions of people another letter is bad for people's finances. It's bad for people's state of mental health....

Summary: The BBC faces questions about its handling of the scandal and the complaints process. Concerns raised about why the accused presenter remained on air despite serious allegations. Updates on the progress of the investigation and cooperation from external entities may be provided. The BBC's duty of care as an employer and its responsibility towards staff will be discussed. A potential review of the BBC's funding model, including advertising options, may be explored. ...

Summary: Former paratrooper Chris completes a six-year-long charity walk along the UK coastline to raise funds for a cause close to his heart. Facing anxiety and depression, Chris found solace in outdoor activities, leading him to choose the UK coastline for his journey. His determination and unwavering spirit helped him overcome challenges and surpass the fundraising target, raising over half a million. Chris's journey symbolizes hope, transformation, and individual action for a collective cause, inspiring others to support mental health initiatives. The funds raised will be directed towards helping those in need, making a t...