4 d. ago Grocery price inflation edges up as food cost concerns rise among consumers

Supermarket prices are now 3.5% higher than a year ago, up from 3.3% in February, according to analysts Kantar.

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5 d. ago With energy bills set to rise again, here’s how to cook dinner without getting burned

As energy bills rise yet again this April, these five low-energy recipes promise comfort food without the cost – saving you time, money and up to 80 per cent on cooking energy

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1 week ago Health officials warn levels of infectious disease are 'moving in the wrong direction' as cases surge in Britain

Data shows a concerning rise in a number of infectious diseases in England

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1 week ago UK risks losing 'low level' status of Victorian disease as it makes comeback, UKHSA warns

The latest infectious disease data shows a concerning rise in cases of a Victorian-era disease

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1 week ago Cost of South Lanarkshire's new garden waste permit and how to apply

From April 1, garden waste will be collected at a cost of £45 per burgundy bin but food waste will still be collected for free.

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1 week ago Concerns about espionage rise as Trump and Musk fire thousands of federal workers

Mass layoffs and resignations at the federal government are prompting concerns that a disgruntled former employee may seek to sell secrets to a foreign power

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2 w. ago Ditch the balloons and swap the plastic toys for cake: how to have a waste

Low waste doesn’t have to mean no fun – with a little creativity you can celebrate an occasion without hurting the planet Change by degrees offers life hacks and sustainable living tips each Saturday to help reduce your household’s carbon footprintGot a question or tip for reducing household emissions? Email us at changebydegrees@theguardian.comWhen planning a big bash to celebrate my 40th last year, I wanted a stylish and memorable celebration that didn’t cost the earth.Between food waste, plastic packaging, single-use decorations and fast fashion, the environmental footprint of festivities can quickly add up. Thankfully though, low waste doesn’t have to mean no fun. Continue reading...

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2 w. ago ‘We don’t know what to hope for’: Romanians torn after barring of far

Intelligence reports suggest Călin Georgescu benefited from suspected Russian interference, but the annulment of his first-round win has left many angry and confusedThere have been four presidents of Romania since the 1989 revolution that terminated the brutal 20-year rule – and, indeed, the life – of the communist dictator Nicolae Ceaușescu. Constantin listed them all.“Iliescu, Constantinescu, Iliescu again,” the retired security guard said, counting on his fingers. “Băsescu, then Iohannis. And for what, exactly? Nothing has changed. Nothing, in 35 years. Pay and pensions are too low. Food and fuel cost too much. Something’s got to give.” Continue reading...

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2 w. ago Concerns raised over Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney's net worth and Wrexham investment

Hollywood stars Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney have funded Wrexham's meteoric rise up the leagues, but concerns have been raised over how long their money will make a difference

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2 w. ago Netflix's Adolescence viewers urged to 'act now' amid 'manosphere' concerns

Parents are urging fellow mums and dads to watch the new crime drama as concerns rise over social media's influence

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3 w. ago Hopes of price war at the pumps as 4p cut off a litre of petrol

Fuel prices have not been so low since before the Russian invasion of Ukraine, which sparked a huge rise due to concerns about disruption to supplies as well as sanctions on Russia.

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3 w. ago Concerns rise for Justin Bieber as he shares emotional message with fans

Justin Bieber has shared a worrying message with his nearly 250 million followers on Instagram, where he hinted that he was struggling with imposter syndrome.

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3 w. ago Food inspector names four supermarket items he avoids 'at any cost'

A food safety expert shared the four foods he avoids in the supermarket, saying they're not worth the risk as he explained the dangerous bacteria that can grow on them

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3 w. ago Cheltenham Festival crowds plummet as fans choose cheap flights to Benidorm instead

Fans have cited the spiraling cost of accommodation, travel, tickets, and food and drink at the course – including £7.80 pints – for the lower turnout

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3 w. ago Judges face rise in ‘concerning’ threats amid heat from Elon Musk

The judges, both appointed by Republican presidents, addressed increasing threats of violence and impeachment

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3 w. ago Why are so many plane crashes happening in 2025? Key incidents, causes and aviation safety concerns

Concerns grow as aviation incidents seem to rise in 2025, with experts analysing the reasons behind recent plane crashes in North America

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4 w. ago On Falling – heartbreaking study of a warehouse worker’s yearning loneliness

Director Laura Carreira’s superb debut feature is reminiscent of Ken Loach in its humane portrayal of soul-destroying workA Portuguese stock picker toiling in a vast Scottish warehouse, Aurora (lovely, empathetic work from Joana Santos), in the eyes of her employers, is not an individual. She is the sum of the data that her handheld scanner feeds back into the system. If the algorithm decrees it, she is rewarded for efficiency (a bar of chocolate from her callow, barely post-adolescent manager). If she falls behind, she’s scolded by someone oblivious of (and indifferent to) the fact that Aurora is struggling on several levels: the unexpected cost of repairing her phone has wiped out her food budget for the month; the work is soul-destroying and repetitive. But most of all, she’s isolated, disconnected and painfully lonely.This terrific English-language feature debut from Portuguese-born, Scotland-based director Laura Carreira makes a satisfying companion piece to Ken Loach’s Sorry W...

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