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With the historic UK elections concluding yesterday, as all parties claimed to be “fighting for every vote”, Labour is expected to gain a 20-point lead over Conservatives. Their victory shall not only break a 14-year long conservative rule, but will also have ripples over the country’s relations with India and the EU.

Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has launched the Conservative Party’s manifesto for the upcoming general election, with a strong emphasis on significant tax cuts aimed at stimulating economic growth. The manifesto promises reductions in income and corporate taxes, support for small businesses, increased funding for the NHS and education, and a commitment to environmental sustainability. While the proposals have been welcomed by party supporters, they have faced criticism from opposition parties and economic analysts, who warn of potential impacts on public service funding and income inequality.

Dr. Michael Mosley, the influential British doctor and health journalist renowned for popularizing intermittent fasting, was found dead at 67 in his hotel room in Athens, Greece. Known for his groundbreaking BBC documentary “Eat, Fast and Live Longer” and the best-selling book “The Fast Diet,” Dr. Mosley transformed global dietary habits with his 5:2 fasting regimen. As tributes pour in from around the world, his extensive contributions to health education, nutrition, and wellness continue to inspire and educate. An investigation into his death is ongoing, but foul play is not suspected.