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LONDON, UK — British lawmakers gave initial approval Friday to a bill to help terminally ill adults end their lives in England and Wales. After an impassioned debate, members of Parliament approved the so-called assisted dying bill by a vote of 330 to 275. The vote signals lawmakers’ approval in principle for the bill and sends it on to further scrutiny in Parliament. Similar legislation failed to pass that important first test in 2015. The vote came after hours of debate — emotional at times — that touched on issues of ethics, grief, the law, faith, crime and money. Hundreds of people on both sides of the issue gathered outside Parliament. Supporters said the law would provide dignity to the dying and prevent unnecessary suffering, while ensuring there are enough safeguards to prevent those near the end of their lives from being coerced into taking their own life. Opponents said it would put vulnerable people at risk, potentially coerced, directly or indirectly, to end their lives so they don’t become a burden. Backers of the bill told heart-wrenching stories about constituents and family members who suffered in the final months of their lives and dying people who committed suicide in secret because it is currently a crime for anyone to provide assistance. “Let’s be clear, we’re not talking about a choice between life or death, we are talking about giving dying people a choice about how to die,” the bill’s main sponsor, Kim Leadbeater, said in the opening speech in a packed chamber. She conceded that it’s not an easy decision for lawmakers but that “if any of us wanted an easy life, they’re in the wrong place.” Those opposed spoke of the danger that vulnerable, elderly and disabled people could be coerced into opting for assisted dying to save money or relieve the burden on family members. Others called for the improvement of palliative care to ease suffering as an alternative. Danny Kruger, who led the argument against the bill, said he believes Parliament can do “better” for terminally ill people than a “state suicide service" and that the role of legislatures is to offer safeguards for the most vulnerable. “We are the safeguard, this place, this Parliament, you and me," he said. “We are the people who protect the most vulnerable in society from harm and yet we stand on the brink of abandoning that role.” Although the bill was proposed by a member of the ruling center-left Labour Party, it was an open vote with alliances formed that bring together those who are usually political foes. At its heart, the bill would allow adults over the age of 18 who are expected to have fewer than six months to live to request and be provided with help to end their life, subject to safeguards and protections. They would have to be capable of taking the fatal drugs themselves. Prime Minister Keir Starmer, who has previously supported assisted dying, said the government will remain neutral and he wouldn't reveal how he would vote. Some members of his cabinet had said they would support the bill, while others were against it. Kemi Badenoch, the leader of the main opposition Conservative Party, said she would vote against. Other countries that have legalized assisted suicide include Australia, Belgium, Canada and parts of the United States, with regulations on who is eligible varying by jurisdiction. More than 500 British people have ended their lives in Switzerland, where the law allows assisted dying for nonresidents. Assisted suicide is different from euthanasia, allowed in the Netherlands and Canada , which involves health care practitioners administering a lethal injection at the patient's request in specific circumstances.MG won't cede the titles of Australia's favourite small SUV, light carSoccer-Man United’s Amorim says he can be ruthless when required

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It was a special evening at , when the acclaimed Off-Broadway show — which reunites original stars , and — saw the appearance of yet another cast member from the Tony-Award winning Broadway musical's original cast: . The actor joined his former costars two decades later at the New World Stages in New York City on Sunday, Dec. 8. He reprised the role he created, Link Larkin, for "I Can Hear The Bells," which Winokur's Tracy Turnblad sings after they first meet. Butler and Bundy were part of the fun too, recreating the moves of their characteres, Penny Pingleton and Amber Von Tussle, respectively. The whole moment was captured on video and shared on social media. "When Matthew Morrison comes to , everyone hears the bells!" , before sharing full video of the moment. Morrison is one of a few stars who have guested at , which Winokur, Butler and Bundy wrote together. finds the trio revisiting the show that helped launch their careers and lifelong friendships they made along the way, while also reflecting on the journeys they've been on since in both their careers and their personal lives. It's a touching walk down memory lane filled with laughter and, as expected, powerhouse vocal performances from this trio of theatrical talents. In addition to songs from , the ladies sing hits from their numerous on stage roles, including , , and more. Since performances began in November, celebs like Jonathan Groff, Frankie Grande, Ross Matthews, and JJ Niemann have all made guest appearances at the show, stepping into the Link Larkin role for "I Can Hear the Bells." Andrew Rannells, a former Link Larkin himself, even did the gig on opening night. Related: Bruce Glikas/WireImage Related: But Morrison, 46, took his cameo to the next level, returning to the stage for the evening's closing number "You Can't Stop the Beat." And, like in "I Can Hear the Bells,' he didn't just hit the notes for Marc Shaiman and Scott Wittman's beloved tune; he also recreated Jerry Mitchell's iconic choreography. It was also revealed that Morrison, who was the understudy for Link in workshops before being moved up to the role, had locked lips with Winokur, 51, Butler, 53, and Bundy, 43. "I made out with all three of you!" he told them; they all agreed he was "the greatest kisser!" Bruce Glikas/WireImage opened up to rave reviews on Aug. 15, 2002, and would go on to win eight Tony Awards including best musical, best book (Mark O'Donnell and Thomas Meehan), best director (Jack O'Brien), best actor (Harvey Fierstein) and a best actress trophy for Winokur. The musical — about a teen who, in 1960s Baltimore, becomes an overnight sensation when she earns a spot on a popular dance show, which she later helps integrate played 2,642 regular performances and 31 previews before closing on Jan. 4, 2009. Other stage versions in London and on tour followed. In 2007, a movie musical adaptation was released directed and choreographed by Adam Shankman. It starred , , , , , , , , Elijah Kelley, and Nikki Blonsky as Tracy. NBC's , directed by Kenny Leon and Alex Rudzinski, aired in December 2016 with another superstar cast including Harvey Fierstein (reprising his Tony-nominated role as Edna Turnblad), , , , , , Ephraim Sykes, Andrea Martin and Maddie Baillio as Tracy. is are now on sale. The show wraps on Saturday, Dec. 21. Bruce Glikas/WireImage Read the original article on