Stress

Exclusive: Victims’ commissioner makes formal complaint after committee session left one attender ‘shocked, upset and extremely distressed’Victims of rape and sexual violence have told parliamentarians they felt anxious and distressed during a Westminster evidence session, with one stating that witnessing “pugnacious” questioning had resulted in her “breaking down, sobbing and struggling to breathe”.The victims’ commissioner has made a formal complaint to the chair of an influential group of MPs after a highly charged evidence session carried out by the public bill committee for the courts and tribunals bill about controversial changes to jury trials. Continue reading...

From September, trans girls, and trans young women who volunteer, will have to hand in their membershipsAngela has two daughters, aged 13 and 10, who both attend their local Girlguiding group. Like many girls their age, they enthusiastically collect their badges, make new friends and attend the organisation’s large summer jamboree every year.But as of September, Angela’s youngest daughter will have to leave Girlguiding because she is transgender. Continue reading...

Exclusive: Ryan Bridge is co-founder of Raise the Colours, which has been criticised for anti-immigrant rhetoricThe leader of a flag campaign group has been arrested on suspicion of causing religiously and racially aggravated harassment.Ryan Bridge is the co-founder of Raise the Colours, which has put up hundreds of union and Saint George flags across England and attracted criticism for spreading anti-immigrant rhetoric. He was arrested on Tuesday and released on police bail the following day. Continue reading...

More assistance to businesses amid ballooning petrol prices expected to be discussed as prime minister and premiers meet. Follow updates liveGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastGood morning, Krishani Dhanji with you here for the final sitting week of the month, and the final sitting week before the budget.The prime minister will convene the national cabinet again today, the second since the US and Israeli strikes on Iran. And this morning the government will introduce legislation to underwrite fuel supplies into Australia. Continue reading...

• A new analysis identifies Louisiana and Kentucky as among the most stressed US states in 2026, with stress levels significantly influenced by geographic factors. • Rising healthcare costs are forcing residents to skip medical care, contributing to elevated stress levels across affected regions. • The stress disparities highlight how healthcare affordability challenges vary by state, with geographic and economic factors playing key roles in residents' wellbeing and access to care.

Growing stress in the global private credit market contributed to US investors dumping stocks before the March 13, 2026, close, alongside geopolitical risks and hedge fund losses. This pressure, distinct from recession fears, prompted defensive positioning as markets grappled with Persian Gulf uncertainties. Private credit strains, involving non-bank lending to companies, risk amplifying volatility if oil disruptions persist. Watchers note this as a key signal beyond traditional equity drivers.

Growing stress in the global private credit market contributed to institutional risk reduction on March 13, 2026, alongside geopolitical and oil concerns. Hedge funds faced losses, prompting defensive stances before the weekend close. This layered pressure exacerbated the Dow's 7% drop from its February 10 peak. Monitoring includes private credit default rates and fund liquidations next week.