27 m. ago One of Britain's biggest high street shop chains announces it must close 50 stores next year

The popular brand is set for a massive restructure next financial year. Around 150 new stores will open, while roughly 100 will be converted or relocated.

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29 m. ago Johnny Sexton joins British and Irish Lions coaching staff as new Ireland role revealed

The former fly half will join Andy Farrell’s team of assistants in Australia before joining the head coach’s Ireland staff

Politics

33 m. ago Convicted murderer John Mansfield died of a head injury after being 'attacked by another inmate' in high

John Mansfield, who was jailed for life in 2007 for the drug-fuelled murder of his neighbour Ann Alfanso, 63, was attacked inside HMP Whitemoor, Cambs.

Events

35 m. ago Met Office Easter weather warning as Brits told 'prepare emergency kit'

A yellow weather warning for rain has been issued for southwest England - we'll be bringing you the very latest updates, pictures and video on this breaking news story.

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44 m. ago Easter travel chaos warning as millions of Brits face delays on trains, flights and major roads

Travel misery could sweep the UK this Easter weekend as train services grind to a halt over major engineering works, while strike action is set to cause delays at one of the nation's busiest airports

Events

45 m. ago Britain could sign a trade deal with Donald Trump 'within three weeks'

Sir Keir Starmer has been pushing for an agreement with America in a bid to lower the 10 per cent tariffs on British goods imposed by the US President.

Politics

47 m. ago Great Britain showjumper dies in hospital after falling from horse

Tributes have been paid to the 'greatly respected' showjumper following his tragic death

Events

50 m. ago Nvidia boss visits China days after Donald Trump limits AI chip exports – business live

Live, rolling coverage of business, economics and financial markets as Chinese state media publishes photo of Jensen Huang visiting BeijingNvidia boss Jensen Huang has travelled to China for talks despite limits on the chip company’s sales imposed by the White House under Donald Trump.The visit of Huang, chief executive of one of the US’s most valuable companies, will be closely followed amid the vicious trade war between the US and China.The SFO remains committed to stamping out international bribery wherever it may occur.British companies have a duty to prevent the harm caused by bribery when doing business at home and abroad, to ensure that the UK remains a safe and fair place to do business. Continue reading...

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57 m. ago Poll reveals Hamilton as biggest buyer of lamps from British Heart Foundation charity shops

British Heart Foundation Scotland (BHF) announced its second-hand shop in Hamilton Retail Park sold an impressive 995 lamps in just 12 months - helping to raise funds for its vital heart research.

Economics

59 m. ago Livingston revealed as biggest buyer of jigsaws according to charity research

The British Heart Foundation (BHF) Scotland announced today that its second-hand shop in The Centre sold an impressive 1890 jigsaws in just 12 months, helping to raise funds for its vital heart research.

Politics

80 m. ago Bobby Brown accuses Britney Spears of ‘butchering’ his favourite song

Spears covered one of the legendary singer’s best-known tracks in 2004

Politics

92 m. ago British woman dies after running through a glass door and severing her arm 'after an argument with her boyfriend' in Australia

Claire Austin, 38, severed an artery in her arm when she hit the internal glass door at her Sydney flat, and was found bleeding profusely just after 7.30am on Saturday.

Events

1 hour ago Brits are BANNED from bringing meat and cheese back from Europe

The ban is part of a Government effort to prevent the spread of foot-and-mouth disease, a highly contagious virus affecting livestock, which has recently been detected in parts of Europe.

Events

1 hour ago Fern Britton debuts amazing body transformation in tiny shorts as she follows strict regime

Former This Morning presenter Fern Britton looks incredible after overhauling her lifestyle and sticking to a strict exercise regime

Politics

2 h. ago Elton John 'had a lot of fear' as he makes sad career admission 'wasn't feeling well'

Elton John has opened up about his health as he appeared in a pre-recorded segment on Good Morning Britain to discuss his upcoming ITV special

Events

2 h. ago ‘Strongest evidence yet’ found of alien life beyond our planet

A team from the University of Cambridge made the discovery on exoplanet K2-18b, which is 124 light years away from Earth.

Politics

2 h. ago Eight in ten shoppers want clearer labelling for British goods

A new poll has shown that consumers would like to support British farming and fishing - but are finding it increasingly difficult to do so

Politics

2 h. ago US officials to meet European leaders in Paris to discuss Ukraine war

Trump envoys to meet Macron as well as British and German politicians to discuss concerns about RussiaTwo of Donald Trump’s top national security aides will hold talks in Paris on Thursday with European politicians and security advisers, as the US and Europe search for common ground on ending the Ukraine war and averting an Iran conflict.The US secretary of state, Marco Rubio, and special envoy to the Middle East, Steve Witkoff, are expected to hear concerns about Russia amid so-far fruitless US attempts to arrange a ceasefire three years after Russia invaded its neighbour. Continue reading...

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2 h. ago Giant fritters and roast root veg with whipped feta: Alissa Timoshkina’s recipes for an eastern European Easter feast

An eastern European celebration of spring: a giant, shareable fritter of cabbage, pea and spring onion, and roast new potatoes and carrots with herby whipped fetaThis menu is the perfect marriage of eastern European flavours and British seasonal produce. Cabbage, the hero vegetable in my kitchen, stars as the main dish, which is my take on Ashkenazi latkes. Presented here as the size of a rösti, it makes the perfect veggie centrepiece, and invokes the eastern European spirit of sharing. The side makes a perfectly creamy and zingy companion, showcasing the best of new season potatoes and carrots. Fresh, vibrant and full of colour, this duo is an edible herald of spring. Continue reading...

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2 h. ago 8 lessons I’ve learnt that other food allergy parents should know

While each family’s experience is different, here are some pearls of wisdom that can make life with food allergies a little easier.

Society