87 m. ago 400 of Britain’s largest shops at risk, industry leaders warn

The BRC said 400 large stores were at risk of closure if they were included in the Government’s new business rates surtax on premises.

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87 m. ago Chilling female genital mutilation warning as MPs say procedures happening in UK

A report by the cross-party Women and Equalities Committee has called for tough action to protect women and girls from female genital mutilation, also known as female circumcision

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1 hour ago Keir Starmer ignored string of warnings before finally sacking Mandelson: Questions grow over PM's judgment as Labour MPs brand his handling of the episode 'a shambles'

The Prime Minister finally acted to remove the disgraced peer as ambassador to the United States amid a growing Labour revolt over his links to paedophile Jeffrey Epstein.

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1 hour ago Charlie Kirk 'told he'd be killed at university' before assassination expert says

Charlie Kirk was warned he would be killed at a university campus event by a security expert who said he had a "100%" chance of being assassinated

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2 h. ago Derek McInnes tells Hearts stars the 5 things they must produce against Rangers as he issues 'too early' warning

Jambos fans are keen to see how far their team have really come when they face Russell Martin's side at Ibrox on Saturday

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3 h. ago Hyundai’s CEO warns that ICE raids that netted 475 arrests will delay construction at Georgia plant

Hyundai Motor Company's president and CEO, José Muñoz, said there were not enough U.S. workers with the knowledge to work in the battery plant to keep its production on track without delay

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3 h. ago Vital resource helping city's most vulnerable sounds dire warning over its future

CETMA Swansea serves hundreds of people in need every month but now that support is at risk

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4 h. ago Warner Bros Discovery stock spikes after reports that Paramount is prepping takeover bid

The potential bid would see Paramount purchase all of the assets of its studio rival, including the global television business that was set to be spun off next year.

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5 h. ago Paramount Skydance reportedly preparing takeover bid for Warner Bros Discovery

Media conglomerate putting together majority cash offer for WBD backed by ultra-rich Ellison family, reports sayParamount Skydance is reportedly preparing a takeover offer for Warner Bros Discovery, in a bid to pull together two of the largest US legacy media conglomerates and Hollywood movie studios.Less than a month after Skydance, a production firm run by David Ellison, son of the billionaire tech mogul Larry Ellison, closed its merger with Paramount, the firm is considering other blockbuster deals. Continue reading...

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6 h. ago Warning to car owners in several communities after string of thefts

There have been around 10 recent incidents of theft and attempted thefts from vehicles

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7 h. ago Concerns Mandelson did not pass MI6 vetting for US ambassador role – but Starmer appointed him anyway

Keir Starmer is facing serious questions after claims he ignored warnings from the security service to appoint Peter Mandelson as US ambassador

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7 h. ago Era of low taxes is over, warns the OECD amid fears Rachel Reeves is set to launch a fresh round of hikes

Governments acted to ease tax burdens during the pandemic but this trend started to reverse two years ago and 'has now solidified', it said.

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7 h. ago ‘Contaminated’ fuel warning as drivers left thousands out of pocket after engines wrecked

Several cars and vans have broken down after filling up with premium diesel at a petrol station

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8 h. ago Is it a migraine? Here are the key characteristics – and when to see your GP

Migraines require specific treatment and management, so it’s important not to just brush them off as ‘a bad headache’

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8 h. ago New alert as 'taboo' cancer that killed Charlie's Angel star Farrah Fawcett soars

If the trend continues, oncologists at the US National Cancer Institute warn numbers could double in less than 20 years.

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8 h. ago Expert names three common pension mistakes that could cost you over £40,000

Ahead of the autumn budget and the potential pension tax changes, there are three things you should be considering to ensure you are not missing out on pension savings

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8 h. ago Four day working week 'could lead to rise in excess boozing' expert warns

Recent trials of a four-day week at Scottish public bodies are welcome but a 'one-size-fits-all approach' may not work in every workplace, psychologists said.

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9 h. ago Gogglebox's Jenny and Lee slammed over 'dangerous' behaviour as fans issue warning

Gogglebox legends Lee and Jenny have been hit with criticism following a recent social media video

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9 h. ago London’s infamous ‘Wet Wipe Island’ finally cleared of 5 million wipes

Some 114 tonnes of material, including towels, scarves, trousers and even a set of false teeth, have now been removed

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9 h. ago Calamity Keir made Mandelson US envoy 'despite warning from security services'

Keir Starmer went ahead with the appointment last year even though concerns were reportedly raised during the vetting process.

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