81 m. ago Nail polish product used by millions every week has been BANNED over health concerns

Health officials have banned a key ingredient used in gel nail polish across Europe over fears it could be toxic to humans-but it will remain on sale in the US.

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87 m. ago BBC Radio fans fume 'this is rubbish' after beloved host bids heartbreaking farewell

Simon Logan has said an emotional goodbye to fans as his show came to an end

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92 m. ago American tries Robinson's fruit squash for the first time and shares honest verdict

A woman has noticed some big differences since moving to the UK from America – and some of them are as simple as the products you can find in supermarkets

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17 h. ago Dumbbells, bulldozers and flatware: Some US companies are begging Trump to add their products to his tariff lists

Companies that manufacture American-made goods see opportunity in new taxes on competitors’ imports

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18 h. ago ‘They're scones though, right?’: American fried chicken spot in Manchester divides customer’s opinion with viral post

Some locals have had trouble comprehending the use of a different product

Economics

20 h. ago Mezcal is having a moment. But Mexican farmers aren’t reaping the benefits

Demand for mezcal has upped production from 1 million litres in 2012 to 14 million in 2022

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22 h. ago Harry Potter series casts original star in iconic role for first time

Warwick Davis is set to reprise his role as Charms Professor Filius Flitwick in the upcoming Harry Potter series, which is currently in production at Warner Bros Studios

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23 h. ago 'LookFantastic’s 2025 beauty advent calendar got me £550 worth of free luxury beauty products'

LookFantastic has finally launched its 2025 beauty advent calendar, and it’s full of luxury brands like Medik8, Elemis and Rodial with £550 worth of free goodies inside

Economics

24 h. ago “No more tea and coffee stains”: Shoppers are raving about this best

Tea and coffee lovers no longer have to hide their smiles - as online shoppers enjoy a growing trend for off-the-shelf teeth whitening products.

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24 h. ago Major supermarket trials AI trolley change to help track prices in 'UK first'

The tech consists of a handlebar-like device that tallies up the prices of products in real time.

Economics

25 h. ago UK manufacturing downturn continues as new orders slide; Trump’s attack on Fed is ‘a serious danger’ – business live

Weak market conditions, US tariffs and downbeat client confidence blamed for drop in factory ordersOuch! The UK manufacturing sector shrank again last month, as factories were hit by weaker demand at home and abroad.The latest monthly poll of purchasing managers across Britain’s manufacturing sector found that new orders and new export business both fell at quicker rates in August, leading to another drop in production volumes.“Production volumes are still showing resilience in the face of global geopolitical uncertainty and US tariff policies, with both July and August having seen only slight contractions that were milder than those suffered earlier in the year. Business confidence has also lifted to a sixmonth high, reflecting hopes that the trading environment is starting to settle down.However, August also saw a steep drop in UK manufacturers’ new orders, with total order books and overseas demand both falling at some of the fastest rates seen over the past two years. Weak marke...

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26 h. ago New BBC Gareth Southgate football drama struck by raid as thieves steal £100k of kit

Up-coming four-part series Dear England, an adaptation of James Graham’s stage show, is all about Gareth Southgate’s tenure as the England manager - but production has been hit

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26 h. ago I’ve seen how big tech has transformed the classroom – and parents are right to be worried | Velislava Hillman

I’ve examined how commercial technologies reshape education – often in ways parents instinctively resist, but are told to ignoreDr Velislava Hillman is an academic, teacher, writer and consultant on educational technology and policy.A quiet transformation is unfolding in schools: commercial technology is rapidly reshaping how children learn, often without much public debate or inquiry.From the near-ubiquity of Google and Microsoft to speculative AI products such as Century Tech, big and ed tech alike promise “personalised learning” while harvesting vast amounts of data and turning education to monetisable widgets and digital badges.Dr Velislava Hillman is an academic, teacher, writer and consultant on educational technology and policy. She is the author of Taming Edtech Continue reading...

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26 h. ago Big tech has transformed the classroom – and parents are right to be worried | Velislava Hillman

I’ve examined how commercial technologies reshape education – often in ways parents instinctively resist, but are told to ignoreDr Velislava Hillman is an academic, teacher, writer and consultant on educational technology and policy.A quiet transformation is unfolding in schools: commercial technology is rapidly reshaping how children learn, often without much public debate or inquiry.From the near-ubiquity of Google and Microsoft to speculative AI products such as Century Tech, big and ed tech alike promise “personalised learning” while harvesting vast amounts of data and turning education to monetisable widgets and digital badges.Dr Velislava Hillman is an academic, teacher, writer and consultant on educational technology and policy. She is the author of Taming Edtech Continue reading...

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26 h. ago UK manufacturing downturn continues as new orders slide; Profits surge at Royal Mail – business live

Weak market conditions, US tariffs and downbeat client confidence blamed for drop in factory ordersOuch! The UK manufacturing sector shrank again last month, as factories were hit by weaker demand at home and abroad.The latest monthly poll of purchasing managers across Britain’s manufacturing sector found that new orders and new export business both fell at quicker rates in August, leading to another drop in production volumes.“Production volumes are still showing resilience in the face of global geopolitical uncertainty and US tariff policies, with both July and August having seen only slight contractions that were milder than those suffered earlier in the year. Business confidence has also lifted to a sixmonth high, reflecting hopes that the trading environment is starting to settle down.However, August also saw a steep drop in UK manufacturers’ new orders, with total order books and overseas demand both falling at some of the fastest rates seen over the past two years. Weak marke...

Economics

28 h. ago Premium Bond results September 2025 revealed including £1million winners

Premium Bonds are a savings product by National Savings & Investment (NS&I) but instead of getting interest on your savings, you're entered into a monthly prize draw

Economics

30 h. ago North Korea’s Kim Jong Un inspects new weapons factory ahead of China visit

North Korea said on Monday leader Kim Jong Un inspected a new weapons factory that’s key to his plan to accelerate mass production of missiles in a weekend visit before he departs for a major military parade in China.

Events

31 h. ago The one change that worked: I got a period cup – and saved £120 a year

Ditching sanitary towels and tampons has made my period much less stressful. Crucially, it’s better for the environment tooI was 18 when I tried a menstrual cup for the first time. I was studying at the University of Edinburgh and Scotland had just become the first country in the world to make period products free to those who need them. The university health service was offering menstrual cups alongside the usual sanitary pads and tampons. I picked one up out of curiosity and because I just couldn’t resist a freebie.I was used to spending £10 to £15 a month on period products, more if I was caught short and had to do a panicked dash to an overpriced off-licence. As an eco-conscious teenager I already bought non-applicator tampons but often wore a security sanitary liner underneath. It was an attempt to keep the endless worry of heavy periods at bay: will I leak, run out of supplies, or find a clean loo in time? Even so, I leaked more often than I cared to admit. Continue reading...

Economics

42 h. ago Bread 'sommeliers' the latest food fad and you need a training course to be one

Want to be one? You need an extensive knowledge of all areas of bread, including its history, culture, types and styles, grains, milling, production, nutritional values, flavour profiles and sensory appreciation of bread

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55 h. ago 'I'm a dog mum, this habit has kept my floors pawprint and fur free'

Sarah says her secret is a realistic and preventative cleaning routine, sharing the exact products and regimen she uses to keep her home stylish and her pups safe

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