UK health outcomes a 'serious concern': report

Newsletter Jun 27, 2023 [ International Business Times]( [UK health outcomes a 'serious concern': report]( The UK's performance on key health metrics is a "serious concern" and lags comparable countries, according to a report released to mark the 75th anniversary of the National Health Service (NHS). [Ruble drops, stocks mostly retreat after aborted uprising in Russia]( The ruble reached a 14-month low against the dollar on Monday while US and European markets mostly retreated after a short-lived mutiny in Russia stoked concerns about the nuclear-armed country's stability.  [Learn more about Jeeng]( [Wagner chief defends 'protest' as Russia claims return to normal]( Wagner boss Yevgeny Prigozhin defended his aborted mutiny Monday as a bid to save his mercenary outfit and expose the failures of Russia's military leadership, not to challenge the Kremlin. [Putin accuses West of wanting Russians 'to kill each other' in mutiny]( Russian President Vladimir Putin on Monday accused Ukraine and its Western allies of wanting Russians to "kill each other" during a revolt by mercenaries of the Wagner group, which stunned the country with an aborted march on Moscow over the weekend. [Retail sales in the UK surpass expectations with 0.3% growth in May]( UK retail sales experienced an unexpected increase of 0.3% in May, as experts identify King's coronation and warmer weather as possible reasons. [dianomi]( [Community Payback scheme faces backlash from the public]( The 20,000 hours of work over six months will be split amongst the people who have committed offences across four regions. [Three-quarters of UK businesses are lacking experienced workers]( According to a recent report, the majority of businesses lack initiatives to attract older workers back into the workforce, despite government efforts. [Energy sector CO2 emissions hit record in 2022: study]( Global energy sector carbon dioxide emissions hit a record peak last year counter to Paris commitments, a key study warned Monday, and highlighted the "worst ever" impacts of climate change. [iPhone 15 Pro Max could dethrone the Galaxy S23 Ultra as the best camera phone]( The long-rumoured iPhone 15 Pro Max and the Galaxy S23 Ultra are neck and neck in most aspects, but Samsung's S-series phone has one extra zoom camera. [YouTube TV expands multiview feature while Google tests online-game offering]( YouTube TV multiview feature is set to expand beyond sports, while Google continues to test its rumoured Playables project. [Indonesia suspends visa-free policy, travellers to Bali now have to pay]( Indonesia has suspended visa-free services for 159 countries. [Airport worker dies after being 'sucked into aircraft engine']( In a tragic incident reported at a US airport, a worker died after getting sucked into a jet's engine on Friday. [Social media users slam OceanGate for listing job for 'submersible pilot']( OceanGate Expeditions has come under fire for posting a job for a submersible pilot on its website. [Recent study suggests UK universities aren't doing enough to tackle their carbon footprint]( UK universities must swiftly reduce their carbon footprints and priorities sustainability through methods that aim for long-term solutions. [Excess flu deaths in England highlight the importance of vaccination, according to UKHSA]( The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) reports a significant increase in excess flu deaths in England, emphasising the importance of vaccination. ['Heat of hell': Saudi sun challenges hajj pilgrims]( Mobile phones are overheating and the pavement feels like a frying pan but for Abdul al-Assad, intense desert heat is all part of the hajj pilgrimage in summertime Saudi Arabia. You Might Like    [Learn more about Jeeng]( [IBTimes]( IBTimes will always protect your security and privacy. Please read our detailed [Privacy Policy.]( Please do not reply to this email. [Click here]( to adjust your notification preferences or unsubscribe. © Copyright 2023 IBTimes LLC. All Rights Reserved. IBTimes LLC, 33 Whitehall ST FL 7, New York, NY 10004 U.S.A, New York, New York 10004, United States You may [unsubscribe]( or [change your contact details]( at any time.