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The overwhelming majority (80%) of respondents use social media, with 78% using it at least once a day, according to new research undertaken by the Medical Defence Union (MDU). The survey of 1,797 MDU members also revealed that the most popular channels were Facebook which is used by 75% followed by Instagram and YouTube which are… Read more »
The UK is conspicuously absent from the list of signatories to a statement published by the International Religious Freedom or Belief Alliance (IRFBA) that highlights the persecution of the non-religious and calls for their protection. IRFBA is a network of 38 countries committed to advancing freedom of religion or belief around the world with the Prime… Read more »
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Israel does not intend to assassinate Palestinian leader Yasser Arafat, deputy prime minister Ehud Olmert said yesterday, despite pressure from right wing politicians. Ariel Sharon made clear last week he was prepared to renege on a pledge made three years ago with the US Bush not to harm the veteran Palestinian leader. But Mr Olmert… Read more »
Defence secretary Geoff Hoon has admitted he made mistakes in his treatment of MoD scientist Dr David Kelly. Mr Hoon told The Daily Telegraph in an interview that he had realised he might have to resign over Dr Kelly’s death and added, “It has toughened me up”. Dr Kelly committed suicide after he was outed… Read more »