The number of divorces fell during the pandemic as couples spent lockdown focused on homeschooling and other Covid concerns. During 2020 there were 103,592 divorces granted in England and Wales, a 5% fall from 108,421 in 2019. The vast majority (99%) were of opposite-sex couples, with divorces falling from 107,599 in 2019 to 102,438. But … Read more
The Government has set out its plans to reduce NHS waiting times in England, but how far are hospitals from targets? Health and Social Care Secretary Sajid Javid announced the NHS Delivery Plan for tackling the Covid-19 backlog on Tuesday. There are plans for extra funding, buying new equipment, and expanding capacity for tests and … Read more
JERUSALEM (AP) — Israeli and Palestinian public figures have drafted a new proposal for a two-state confederation that they hope will provide a way forward after a decade-long stalemate in Middle East peace efforts. The plan includes several controversial proposals, and it’s unclear if it has any support from leaders on both sides. But it … Read more
the New York Times has purchased wordle, the daily word game that has recently taken the internet by storm. The publication announced the acquisition in a press release on Monday, writing: “As The Times looks to entertain more solvers with puzzles every day — especially during these anxious times — we’re thrilled to announce that … Read more