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Neil Travis is looking sheepish as he stands in the entrance lobby of Amazon’s vast logistics centre in Kegworth near Derby. The regional director has just set off the “social distancing” siren for the third time in as many minutes. “Stay safe,” bellows a voice around the lobby. “Please adhere to the two metre distancing.” “That was young Wayne’s voice there," shouts Travis apologetically, as he nods at one of the security team sitting behind a perspex screen. The announcements, he explains, are triggered by cameras fitted with artificial intelligence technology to monitor when workers are within two metres of each other for more than three seconds. It is just one of many safety measures put in place at Jeff Bezos's sprawling empire to protect itself from a Covid outbreak. After all, Amazon has no time for a shutdown. Even before the pandemic, Amazon was already a huge force in ecommerce - responsible for one third of all online sales in the UK. Since March, it has ballooned … [Read more...] about Inside Amazon’s new UK warehouse as the e-commerce giant gears up for a blow-out Christmas

Ukraine: Host warns of bread shortages following wheat blockade Sign up for our news briefing, including a daily special Russia-Ukraine edition SUBSCRIBE Invalid email We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info According to the UK's MoD, "no significant merchant shipping activity in or out of Odesa" has been recorded since Russia 's war on Ukraine began on February 24. The ministry's report echoes the assessments of Ukrainian and Western officials who in recent weeks have warned the pressure on prices triggered by disrupted grain supplies is forcing people in poorer nations, particularly in the Middle East and North Africa, into a tricky situation. Related articles Russian General killed after missile attack on aircraft Moscow in … [Read more...] about Putin’s Black Sea blockade wreaks havoc on world with millions facing hunger – MoD update

The suspected Uvalde, Texas school shooter, Salvador Ramos, had been bullied for wearing black eyeliner and having a stutter, according to friends. Ramos was identified by officials as the suspect who fatally shot 19 children and two teachers at Robb Elementary School in Uvalde on Tuesday. Texas Governor Greg Abbott said on Tuesday that Ramos was fatally shot by responding police officers. Stephen Garcia, who identified himself as one of Ramos' best friends, told the Washington Post that after the 18-year-old suspected shooter posted a picture of himself on social media wearing eyeliner, he faced an array of harsh comments. The Washington Post also spoke to other friends and family members who said that Ramos faced more bullying in middle school for speaking with a stutter. "He would get bullied hard, like bullied by a lot of people," Garcia told the Washington Post . "Over social media, over gaming, over everything." It was reported Tuesday that 14 students were … [Read more...] about Salvador Ramos was bullied for stutter, wearing black eyeliner: Friend

A dad who has inked his entire body black has shared what he looked like before his extreme body modification transformation . As well as tattooing his entire body with black ink, dad-of-one Remy, from Canada, also has other tattoo designs, including a huge mouth with teeth on his stomach. In addition to this, he has stretched his bottom lip and his ears, with the latter now 'in the shape of Swiss cheese'. However, the tattoo fanatic, who has spent £87,000 on tattoos and piercings to date, didn't always look this way. Alongside his black body ink and modifications, Remy is known these days for his shaven or cropped dark hair, black framed glasses and ripped physique. However, he looks totally different in a snap before the transformation. The picture saw Remy almost tattoo-free, as he rocked only one inking on his chin and a few piercings. He also sported beach blonde hair as he smiled sweetly for the camera. Remy has admitted that although he loves his tattooed … [Read more...] about Dad who inked entire body black shares what he looked like before transformation

Ukraine: MoD has given 'optimistic' account of conflict says expert Get our free Ukrainians in the UK email for updates, changes and news SUBSCRIBE Invalid email We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info The EU 27 approved the suspension of customs duties on Ukrainian products on Tuesday. The move, aimed at facilitating Kyiv's export of goods into Europe was lambasted in France . Related articles Ukraine: 'President messed up' Russian elite turning on Putin Russian General killed after missile attack on aircraft Generation Frexit campaigners blasted the temporary plan claiming it would cause a disadvantage to EU producers. They wrote: "Without consulting anyone, the 27 decide to suspend the customs duties of Ukraine … [Read more...] about ‘No citizen elected her!’ VDL under fire as calls for France to leave the EU explode

By Hayley Mortimer and Jane Deith Published 22 hours ago Share close Share page Copy link About sharing A 15-year-old girl who was strip-searched by police was left traumatised by the incident and later tried to kill herself, her mother says. Olivia* was handcuffed and had her underwear cut off in the presence of male officers, she added. London's Metropolitan Police has referred itself to the police watchdog. This case follows that of Child Q - a 15-year-old black pupil who was strip-searched at school after she was wrongly accused of possessing drugs. Olivia - who is mixed race and autistic - was strip-searched in December 2020, the same month as Child Q. School apologises for strip-search of schoolgirl Anger and grief as crowds rally to support Child Q Strip-search schoolgirl head teacher steps down All police officers to get anti-racism training … [Read more...] about Teenage girl traumatised after police strip-search, says mum

By Adina Campbell Published 1 day ago Share close Share page Copy link About sharing Police officers in England and Wales will be given mandatory anti-racism training under a new plan to tackle racism, discrimination and bias. The National Police Chiefs Council (NPCC) wants to recruit more black officers and staff, and improve black people's confidence in the police. Confidence levels are about 64% among black communities, compared with an average of 74%. The NPCC says its Race Action Plan is not about "being woke". Police in the UK have been under pressure to address racism since widescale protests sparked by the death of George Floyd, an unarmed African-American man who was murdered by a police officer in Minneapolis two years ago. Black people in the UK are seven times more likely to be stopped and searched compared with white people, and five times more likely to be … [Read more...] about Police in England and Wales to get anti-racism training

Evening briefing: Today's essential headlines Price cap pain | Ofgem has warned that the energy price cap will surge to £2,800 in October , piling even more pressure on already-strained household budgets. Ofgem said it will write to the Chancellor to warn him of the rise. It comes after the regulator proposed to review the price cap every three months, instead of twice a year, in a move it said will help bring down prices sooner. But industry analysts have cast doubts on these claims. Here is everything you need to know about the price cap. Ava White | 14-year-old boy found guilty of murdering schoolgirl Alexei Navalny | 'Judge said sorry for jailing me... and now she's dead' 'Incapable' revellers | Canal boat stag party ends in disaster Crossrail ticket hack | Passengers can save by getting off and on again Sussexes | Hollywood executives hired to give TV projects a boost The big story: Khan demands explanation from police The Mayor of … [Read more...] about Tuesday evening UK news briefing: Sadiq Khan invokes powers over partygate

Severn Trent has launched a support package to cut water bills by up to 90% for a further 100,000 cash-strapped customers as households struggle amid the cost-of-living crisis. The Coventry-headquartered water firm unveiled a £30 million fund to help those on low incomes, adding to its existing scheme that supports 215,000 customers in need. Severn Trent said research suggests another 100,000 customers in its area are set to fall into so-called water poverty as finances are stretched by soaring energy bills and living costs. A study carried out by management consultants CEPA suggests 6.5% of households – around 1.5 million – are already in water poverty, meaning they spend more than 5% of their total income after housing costs on water bills. Recommended Boris Johnson ‘suggested Partygate findings be kept secret’ - live Monkeypox: British tourist tested for virus The cost crunch is expected to see more people struggle to pay their bills, … [Read more...] about Severn Trent launches £30m fund to help extra 100,000 households with bills

It's official. After almost a decade on screen, Peaky Blinders has ended with a bang, quite literally. The Birmingham-based historical-series-meets-gangster-drama has come to an end with an epic Season 6 finale. From surprise character deaths, Tommy's ( played by Cillian Murphy ) fate and revenge for Polly Gray (Helen McCrory), there is so much to unpack from the final ever episode . Newsweek has everything you need to know about the ending of Peaky Blinders. What Happened in The Season 6 Finale of Peaky Blinders ? Goodbye Lizzie The final ever episode of Peaky Blinders picked up from the events of the end of Episode 5, when Diana Mitford (Amber Anderson) revealed at the dinner table to Lizzie (Natasha O'Keefe) that she had slept with her husband. Quite rightly, this was the last straw for Lizzie who had been holding onto her marriage by a thread throughout the final season. Despite Tommy's hopes Lizzie would understand his actions because he just "had to … [Read more...] about “Peaky Blinders” ending explained: What happened in the season 6 finale?