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Drone network could speed defibrillator delivery for cardiac arrests
Researchers suggest drones could significantly reduce the time needed to deliver defibrillators to people suffering out-of-hospital cardiac arrests. This matters because survival falls by about 10% for every minute without CPR and defibrillation, while fewer than one in 10 UK patients survive such events. The study examined 28,349 cardiac arrests and 1,893 fixed defibrillators in…
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Schoolchildren without smartphones penalised with higher bus fares
Schoolchildren without smartphones are facing significantly higher bus fares as operators digitise discount schemes and make them app-only, creating tension with government guidance to keep mobile phones out of schools. A mother in Derbyshire described how her 11-year-old daughter must pay an extra £546 annually because the discounted b_line bus fare requires app registration, while…
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Manchester City found guilty on most charges in landmark case
An independent commission found Manchester City guilty of almost all of more than 100 charges in a landmark disciplinary case with no clear precedent in English football. The findings concern the period in which City became dominant under Abu Dhabi ownership, winning five Premier League titles and the Champions League while the Premier League was…
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California man arrested after twice confessing to two alleged killings
Marcelino Castro, 28, was arrested in California after allegedly confessing to killing two people on separate days. Prosecutors say he first tried to surrender at a county jail, but deputies did not believe him, prompting him to repeat the confession at San Jose Police Headquarters; the case has drawn attention because investigators say no clear…
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SUFC News: What United could miss if “top player” injury scare is serious – thestar.co.uk
Sheffield United were assessing an injury suffered by leading scorer Iliman Ndiaye, raising concerns that he could miss the Championship match against Hull City. His possible absence mattered because he had become one of the team’s most influential attackers and United were competing near the top of the table. Ndiaye scored his 10th goal of…
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Mississippi deaths probe; HR software scam targets US firms; South Park surges
Toxicology tests awaited after two university deaths; cyber criminals dupe HR staff with fake payroll tools. South Park’s new season draws 4.2m viewers as Beast of War becomes streaming sensation.
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Fentanyl deaths feared; SNP mocked on air; cyberattack spreads
Mississippi police probe two student deaths with potential fentanyl link and major drug charges. An SNP MSP faces ridicule after live TV gaffe, as cybercriminals target American HR and payroll firms.
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New 12-hour bus and tram gate announced in Sheffield – thestar.co.uk
Sheffield City Council has announced plans to extend the operating hours of a bus and tram gate in Hillsborough to 12 hours a day. The change is intended to give public transport greater priority and improve bus reliability, but it may restrict when other vehicles can use the route. The proposal forms part of wider…
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Australian tourist, 74, injured during attempted bag snatch in Bali
An Australian tourist aged 74 was injured during an alleged bag-snatching attempt in Sanur, Bali, a popular tourist destination on the island’s southeast coast. CCTV footage captured the incident as the victim was attacked from behind by a person on a motorbike, who attempted to steal her bag. Although the tourist sustained injuries, she managed…
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Reigning champion Indiana Hoosiers survive major scare from Northwestern in Big Ten opener
Reigning national champions Indiana survived a major scare from Northwestern, winning 29-23 in their Big Ten opener despite being three-touchdown favourites. The result extended Indiana’s unbeaten start but renewed concerns about its tendency to begin games slowly and struggle with discipline. Indiana led 12-0 at half-time after Northwestern quarterback Aidan Chiles lost a snap for…