The Know Daily - Tuesday 4 November 2025

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One of the world’s rarest whales is making a hopeful comeback 🐋 After years of decline, the North Atlantic right whale population has risen to around 384 individuals – a small but significant step for the endangered species. Thanks to ongoing conservation efforts and protected habitats, these gentle giants are finally getting a chance to thrive again in Atlantic waters.

🗝️ The Renters’ Rights Act

The Renters’ Rights Act officially became law after receiving royal assent in England last week – marking one of the biggest shake-ups to tenant protections in decades.

What is the Renters’ Rights Act?
The new law replaces the former Renters (Reform) Bill and introduces a range of measures aimed at improving conditions for England’s 11 million private tenants. According to the government, the goal is to create a system that is fairer, safer and more transparent for both tenants and landlords.

Among the headline changes is the end of “no-fault” Section 21 evictions, meaning landlords will no longer be able to ask tenants to leave without a specific reason. The Act also introduces a national Private Rented Sector Database, giving renters access to information about their landlords’ compliance record. Tenants will gain the right to request pets – but landlords can still refuse under reasonable grounds – and landlords will be limited to raising rent no more than once per year.

How have different groups responded?
Tenant organisations and housing charities have welcomed the reforms, describing them as an overdue step towards security for tenants. They argue that ending no-fault evictions will reduce the risk of sudden displacement and help families feel more stable in their homes.

Landlord associations, however, have a few concerns when it comes to the practicalities. The National Residential Landlords Association (NRLA) has warned that confidence among landlords is at a low point and that the government should provide a six month transition period at least. Some groups are concerned the reforms could drive smaller landlords out of the market, potentially reducing rental supply.

What happens next?
The new measures will be introduced in stages throughout 2026, allowing time for landlords, agents and local authorities to adapt. Both tenants and landlords are being encouraged to get up to speed now, including changes to notice periods, rent review procedures and the new database system.

Did you know that more than half of UK women have never held an investment product? 💰

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🚶🏼‍♀️ Medicinal movement: A new study suggests walking as few as 3k steps a day may slow cognitive decline in adults at risk of Alzheimer’s disease.

• The bigger story: Over the course of the 14-year study, participants who walked 3k–5k steps daily saw cognitive decline delayed by an average of three years, and those hitting 5k–7k steps delayed it by up to seven years. Experts say even modest regular movement may protect the brain by reducing protein‑linked damage and supporting overall health.

🤖 Billion dollar deal: OpenAI has signed a $38 billion deal with Amazon, meaning its making its first major move away from Microsoft as an exclusive cloud provider.

𓀿 Mind the mummies: Cairo’s Grand Egyptian Museum has opened, displaying the full Tutankhamun collection for the first time.

💸 Sustainable spending: London Mayor Sadiq Khan has urged the Chancellor to back green investment, despite claims that net zero policies are too expensive amid rising living costs.

🚽 Toilet (but make it fancy): It has been revealed that this infamous gold toilet will be auctioned later this month by Sotheby’s. 

🛌 Sleepy science: A team of neuroscientists are trying to find out what happens to our brains when we dream.

🎄 Cue Mariah Carey!: ‘Tis officially the season – here’s where and when the Christmas lights are being switched on across London.

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Trivia answer: A) Paddington Bear made his stage musical debut Saturday night at the Savoy Theatre.

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