Today: Andy Burnham faces criticism for changes to the prison early-release scheme after PC Andrew Harper's killers remain jailed but hundreds of dangerous offenders may walk free, a ferry carrying over 260 people capsizes off northern Cyprus leaving eight dead and 17 missing, Iceland votes against reopening talks to join the European Union, Bill Maher admits he was wrong about Donald Trump's endorsement record live on air, plus University of East Anglia research finds taking the stairs daily cuts heart disease risk by 39 percent. Your briefing for Monday 31 August, from the Daily Mail, with the best of your comments.
(00:00) Today's headlines
(00:29) Andy Burnham prison early-release row
(01:56) Cyprus ferry capsizes, eight dead
(02:42) Iceland votes against EU membership
(04:02) Bill Maher admits Trump endorsement error
(04:59) Stair climbing lowers heart disease risk
Andy Burnham accused over prison early-release scheme
Andy Burnham was accused of endangering the public after changing the prison early-release scheme, keeping PC Andrew Harper's killers behind bars but opening the door for hundreds of dangerous offenders. The Prime Minister met Georgia Harrison, the revenge-porn campaigner and former Love Island star, to discuss her push for 'Georgia's Law'.
Ferry carrying 260 people sinks off Cyprus coast
A ferry with more than 260 passengers capsized off northern Cyprus, leaving at least eight dead and 17 missing. The ship departed Kyrenia for Turkey shortly before midday, sinking just fifteen minutes into the journey. Survivors described the vessel shaking violently before it sank. Coastguard boats and helicopters launched a major rescue operation at the scene, searching for the missing and assisting survivors.
Iceland referendum rejects European Union membership talks
Iceland voted against reopening talks to join the European Union, with just under fifty-three percent saying no in the national referendum. The government in Reykjavik framed the vote as crucial for protecting the country from trade disputes and rising Arctic tensions. Brussels offered potential compromises on fishing rights, but Icelanders prioritised sovereignty and control over their rich fishing waters.
Bill Maher corrects Trump endorsement claim live
Bill Maher, the late-night TV host and comedian, admitted live on air that he was wrong about Donald Trump's endorsement record in the election cycle. Maher had claimed Trump was losing most endorsements, but after a fact-checking text from the former president, he corrected his statement. The incident broke with the partisan tradition of American media and highlighted Maher's willingness to acknowledge mistakes publicly.
University of East Anglia study links stairs to heart health
Research from the University of East Anglia found that taking the stairs daily can cut the risk of dying from heart disease by 39 percent. Over fourteen years, people who regularly climbed stairs were about a quarter less likely to die from any cause compared to those who used elevators. The study suggests that a simple daily habit can have a significant impact on long-term health outcomes.
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