34 h. ago Brits 'concerned for Americans' wellbeing' after realising they don't have Easter staple

Some Brits are only just learning that there is one major difference between the Easter celebrations in the United States and the UK - and it's left them in a state of shock

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35 h. ago Pets at Home to stop rabbit sales over Easter weekend due to animal welfare concerns

Four out of five rabbits bought over Easter end up abandoned or dead within an year, according to PETA UK

Economics

56 h. ago Pets at Home confirms temporary ban in all 460 UK stores in welfare update

The store will prevent people from buying or adopting this animal over the Easter weekend due to welfare concerns

Economics

5 d. ago Harry Potter actor might 'never walk or talk again' after emergency surgery

Nick Moran, 55, tried ease a neck pain by using Deep Heat - but his concerned girlfriend urged him to see a GP before he was then admitted to A&E with a life-threatening condition

Politics

5 d. ago China raises tariffs on US goods from 84% to 125%, finance ministry says – business live

China’s finance ministry said it will resolutely take countermeasures against Trump tariffs and fight to the endUS stocks fall again after rally following Trump’s shock retreat on tariffsLife in Shanghai, China’s commercial capital, goes on but anti-US sentiment is hardeningThe US dollar slumped on Friday as waning confidence in the US economy prompted investors to ditch US assets to the benefit of safe havens like the Swiss franc, yen and euro, as well as gold.The yellow metal recorded a new all-time peak in early Asia trade, and the franc notched a fresh decade high, Reuters reports.There has been a pronounced ‘sell US’ vibe flowing through broad markets and into the classic safe-haven assets, with the USD losing the safe-haven bid. Continue reading...

Economics

1 week ago Downing Street says Trump’s tariffs signal ‘new era’ in global economics

No 10 says US president’s decision is ‘disappointing’, as experts warn UK may have to raise taxes in autumnUK politics live – latest updatesDonald Trump’s tariffs signal a new global economic era, Downing Street has said, as economists warn the British government is likely to have to raise taxes in response.No 10 said on Friday the prime minister believed that this week’s trade announcement by the US president, which has started a global trade war and sent stock markets tumbling, marked a turning point in history. Continue reading...

Economics

1 week ago Storm warning for popular Brit holiday destination: Is your Easter holiday at risk?

A storm warning has been issued for major British holiday destinations, raising concerns over Easter holiday plans

Events

2 w. ago Kirkcudbright Bridge closure raised with Scotland's First Minister John Swinney

Galloway and West Dumfries MSP Finlay Carson and South Scotland MSP Emma Harper have brought the matter to Mr Swinney's attention.

Politics

2 w. ago ‘Down to the wire’: inside the UK’s crunch talks with the US as it bids to avoid Trump tariffs

Ministers seek carve-out from import taxes before 2 April deadline – but critics believe they have offered too many concessionsMinisters and senior officials at every level of government are holding talks with US counterparts this weekend in a last-ditch effort to secure a carve-out from swingeing import taxes.Government sources said ministers were raising Donald Trump’s looming tariffs as the “No 1” issue in every conversation with the US. Continue reading...

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3 w. ago Lebanese ministers offer ‘assurance’ to Harris over Irish soldier death

Ireland’s deputy premier raised the case of Private Sean Rooney in a meeting with ministers ahead of a visit to troops currently serving in Lebanon.

Politics

3 w. ago EastEnders viewers express concern for iconic actress as she admits 'I cry every day' following soap exit

EastEnders viewers have expressed their concern for an iconic actress as she admitted 'I cry every day' in an emotional Instagram post on Tuesday.

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3 w. ago EastEnders star sparks concern as she admits she cries every day after soap exit

Former EastEnders actress, Luisa Bradshaw-White who played the lovable Tina Carter on the BBC One soap from 2013 to 2021, has left fans concerned with a deeply honest Instagram post about her mental health

Politics

3 w. ago East Kilbride boss on 'massive concern' as club look to tie up title and prepare for play

Mick Kennedy admits recent games have given him cause for concern, despite some dominant displays

Politics

3 w. ago Hampshire primary school faces backlash after scrapping Easter celebrations over 'diversity' concerns

A primary school in Hampshire has been blasted on social media for axing Easter to respect diversity

Culture

3 w. ago The UK town plagued by lingering stench 'making people physically and mentally ill'

A 'toxic stench' is causing nose bleeds, headaches and breathing problems according to residents of a UK town but they say the council is doing nothing to ease their concerns

Politics

3 w. ago British sailor jailed in Bahrain will be 'scarred for life' after five

Owen Haggerty, 22, looked as if he "could have just broken down" after he learned he would be jailed in a Middle Eastern country for three months with his family concerned it could mentally "scar" him for life

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4 w. ago Minister raises concerns over ‘ease’ of becoming counsellor or therapist

Officials are to look into the issue, Stephen Kinnock said.

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4 w. ago EastEnders star sparks concern with devastating admission after 'saddest week ever'

EastEnders star Patsy Kensit has admitted to feeling 'isolated' as she candidly detailed her 'saddest week ever' and received the support from her celebrity pals

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