Life expectancy gap between rich and poor widens
Craig TaylorBoys born in the richest areas are likely to outlive those born in the poorest by 8.4 years, a study says. BBC News – UK
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Ex-football coach Barry Bennell guilty of sex abuse
Barry Bennell is convicted of dozens of offences against boys playing for youth teams in the 1980s. BBC News – UK
Britons killed in Grand Canyon helicopter crash named
Three British tourists died and four others, including the pilot, were injured in the helicopter crash. BBC News – UK
Oxfam Haiti prostitute claims: Charity did not give watchdog ‘full details’
The Charity Commission now wants more information about aid workers who used prostitutes in 2011. BBC News – UK
Islamic State ‘Beatles’ pair from UK ‘should face trial’
The two were among the four “Beatles”, a group of Britons who took part in Islamic State beheadings. BBC News – UK
Council tax hikes planned ‘across England’
Most English councils are planning to raise taxes and charges amid fears for their stability, a survey suggests. BBC News – UK