13 h. ago Karmelo Anthony’s online fundraiser was at $140,000; then it was taken offline

But another fundraising page has now raised more than $160,000, while local police confirm they are working with the FBI to investigate fake social media posts claiming to be from Frisco’s police chief

Economics

16 h. ago Hack to keep spiders out of house '1,000% works' and only takes seconds

A cleaning fan has shared an easy way to keep away spiders from your home this spring as we begin to open our windows and embrace the outside air.

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21 h. ago Couple left terrified after DWP tried to take them to court over £8,000 benefits bill

"I was scared to take my babies out of the house because I was worried the bailiffs were going to come to the door"

Economics

42 h. ago One of my nostrils is constantly blocked... what could be the cause? DR ELLIE has the answer

I recently went to A&E with a very high temperature. I had my blood taken and was told that my troponin levels are 4,000. I've since read that this could be the sign of a heart attack. Should I be worried?

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3 d. ago The reckless fantasy of austerity as a panacea is coming for European football | Aaron Timms

The same economic forces that led to stagnation today are already in practice at the world’s biggest clubsThe problem with running a modern top-flight football club is that raising revenue is hard to do. Once you’ve grabbed your slice of league-wide media rights, made a vaguely colonial-sounding pre-season tour of the “Far East,” stitched up some sponsorship deals with a gambling company or a country’s tourism agency, and shipped as many shirts as the global merch market can handle, you hit the ceiling of your earning capacity. At that point, as a club, what do you do?You can raise ticket prices, which risks alienating fans and the local community you’re supposed to represent. You can try your hand at a few miserable little crypto or AI plug-ins to build “engagement” among supporters or become a pioneer in the nascent field of fan “activations,” with limited potential returns. You can promise to build a new 100,000-seat stadium, but that takes time and money and doesn’t solve your i...

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4 d. ago DVLA issues new alert to drivers to take action or face £1,000 fine

Some drivers could be landed with even bigger fines

Economics

1 week ago Takeaway fans will spend an astonishing amount over their lifetime

A poll of 2,000 adults found that those who enjoy ordering a takeaway spend over £60 a month on getting food delivered

Politics

1 week ago Researchers develop AI tool that could speed up coeliac disease diagnosis

Cambridge study finds algorithm is as effective as a pathologist in detecting disease – and much quickerAI could speed up the diagnosis of coeliac disease, according to research.Coeliac disease is an autoimmune condition affecting just under 700,000 people in the UK, but getting an accurate diagnosis can take years. Continue reading...

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1 week ago Grand Designs fans brand home 'the worst in show's history' after couple take three yeasrs to complete £465,000 floating house made of polystyrene

Wednesday's episode featured architect Howard and his interior designer wife Sarah, as they set out to build a radical floating home on a tidal estuary near Worthing.

Economics

1 week ago Barclays won't let horse charity take £220,000 donations to another bank: SALLY SORTS IT

I run a charity providing equine therapy for people with disabilities, who've experienced trauma and other additional needs.

Economics

2 w. ago Takeover deadline extended for Scottish giant employing 6,000 UK and North Sea workers

“Wood Group’s share price has been like a slinky slowly dropping down the stairs” – Russ Mould, AJ Bell

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2 w. ago Track and feud: Queensland to announce third 2032 Olympic stadium plan in four years. Will this one stick?

The widely expected construction of a new 60,000-seat venue at Victoria Park will take a chunk of the largest green space near the inner cityGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastAlan Patching led the construction of the largest-ever Olympic stadium. It took 30 months to finish the designs for Sydney’s 110,000-seat Stadium Australia, build it, and hold its first major event.“That’s not going to happen [in Brisbane],” Patching said. “The climate’s changed, the building environment has changed, [and] goodness knows how we’re going for resources.Sign up for Guardian Australia’s breaking news email Continue reading...

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2 w. ago Israel strikes that shattered ceasefire ‘just the beginning’, Netanyahu says, after deadliest 24 hours in Gaza since 2023 – as it happened

Benjamin Netanyahu says Israeli military will continue to fight until Hamas ‘no longer posed a threat’Commenting on the fresh strikes in Gaza, Sally Thomas, humanitarian manager at Caritas Australia, warned the strikes would impact distribution“In the first month of the ceasefire around 56 ,000 metric tons of food entered Gaza, more than double the amount in the month prior. Alongside this, humanitarians have been working to take care of an estimated 350,000 chronically ill people in Gaza, where there are just 108 ICY beds remaining, and a lack of necessities such as oxygen and vital medical equipment,” she said in a statement. Continue reading...

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2 w. ago Israel strikes that shattered ceasefire ‘just the beginning’, Netanyahu says, after deadliest 24 hours in Gaza since 2023 – live

Benjamin Netanyahu says Israeli military will continue to fight until Hamas ‘no longer posed a threat’Commenting on the fresh strikes in Gaza, Sally Thomas, humanitarian manager at Caritas Australia, warned the strikes would impact distribution“In the first month of the ceasefire around 56 ,000 metric tons of food entered Gaza, more than double the amount in the month prior. Alongside this, humanitarians have been working to take care of an estimated 350,000 chronically ill people in Gaza, where there are just 108 ICY beds remaining, and a lack of necessities such as oxygen and vital medical equipment,” she said in a statement. Continue reading...

Events

2 w. ago Gold hits record high over $3,000 amid rising geopolitical tensions; Thames Water receives six takeover offers – business live

Rolling coverage of the latest economic and financial news, as gold hits $3,027 per ounceGold is continuing to hit new heights this morning – it’s now trading at $3,027 per ounce.“In the current environment, every day seems to offer a new catalyst for the gold price,” comments Kathleen Brooks, research director at XTB.In uncertain times, central banks and individuals demand gold, while inflation concerns emanating from President Trump’s tariffs and trade war are also boosting the price of gold.Life above $3,000 per ounce could be the norm for the gold price in 2025, it is already higher by 15% YTD, easily outpacing gains for global equities. Continue reading...

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2 w. ago Israel breaks Gaza ceasefire after renewed IDF strikes kill more than 320 Palestinians – Middle East crisis live

Benjamin Netanyahu says operation carried out to ‘achieve war objectives’ as Hamas labels strikes a ‘blatant violation of humanitarian conventions’Deaths reported in Gaza as Israeli military conducts ‘extensive strikes’ despite ceasefireCommenting on the fresh strikes in Gaza, Sally Thomas, humanitarian manager at Caritas Australia, warned the strikes would impact distribution“In the first month of the ceasefire around 56 ,000 metric tons of food entered Gaza, more than double the amount in the month prior. Alongside this, humanitarians have been working to take care of an estimated 350,000 chronically ill people in Gaza, where there are just 108 ICY beds remaining, and a lack of necessities such as oxygen and vital medical equipment,” she said in a statement. Continue reading...

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2 w. ago Gaza ceasefire shattered as more than 320 Palestinians reported killed by renewed Israeli strikes – Middle East crisis live

Benjamin Netanyahu says operation carried out to ‘achieve war objectives’ as Hamas labels strikes a ‘blatant violation of humanitarian conventions’Deaths reported in Gaza as Israeli military conducts ‘extensive strikes’ despite ceasefireCommenting on the fresh strikes in Gaza, Sally Thomas, humanitarian manager at Caritas Australia, warned the strikes would impact distribution“In the first month of the ceasefire around 56 ,000 metric tons of food entered Gaza, more than double the amount in the month prior. Alongside this, humanitarians have been working to take care of an estimated 350,000 chronically ill people in Gaza, where there are just 108 ICY beds remaining, and a lack of necessities such as oxygen and vital medical equipment,” she said in a statement. Continue reading...

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3 w. ago Bubble tea chain plots UK takeover that could create 2,000 jobs in major expansion

The popular Asian drink has exploded onto the British scene, with the chain's CEO joking 'we can't wait to show the UK how tea is meant to be'.

Politics

4 w. ago Former Philippines president Rodrigo Duterte arrested in Manila after ICC warrant

Duterte is wanted by the international criminal court over his so-called ‘war on drugs’, which rights groups say left 30,000 people deadThe former Philippine president Rodrigo Duterte has been taken into custody after the international criminal court issued a warrant for his arrest for his so-called “war on drugs”. The president’s office said Duterte was arrested on Tuesday morning at Manila airport after flying back from Hong Kong.“Early in the morning, Interpol Manila received the official copy of the warrant of the arrest from the ICC,” the presidential palace said in a statement. “As of now, he is under the custody of authorities.” Continue reading...

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