52 m. ago AD FEATURE: Check if you are eligible for council tax reduction and claim what's yours

The Welsh Government is urging people to check whether they are due a council tax reduction

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83 m. ago Milan fashion week: not just Versace dresses for sale, but the company itself

Donatella’s references to brother Gianni’s last collection in her latest show fuel rumours of possible departureIt is not just the dresses on the Versace catwalk that are for sale this Milan fashion week, but Versace itself. One of the most glamorous names in fashion is up for grabs, with Prada, its longtime rival for Milan bragging rights, thought to be close to purchasing the company. The prospect of a sale raises the question of whether Donatella, designer since the death of her brother in 1997, will remain as creative lead.Versace without Donatella is hard to imagine. She remains a hands-on designer, and the lightning rod through which Versace’s energy is conducted. “Everyone should have a little Versace attitude,” she said before this show, held under the iron shelter of a historic tram depot in Milan where, as a concession to guest’s skimpy outfits, the benches were heated. Continue reading...

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2 h. ago US education department offers buyout that employees call ‘beyond misleading’

Email offers up to $25,000 but employees note severance and unused leave compensation would add up to moreDon’t let a billionaire’s algorithm control what you read. Download our free app to get trusted reporting.The US Department of Education sent an email to employees department-wide on Friday offering up to $25,000 to voluntarily resign or retire, or take severance, whichever is less.The email, obtained by the Guardian, states “this is a one-time offer in advance of a very significant Reduction In Force for the US Department of Education” and gives employees until the end of day Monday to accept. Continue reading...

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3 h. ago Eleven dead and five missing in horror boat crash in China after oil spill clean up ship and passenger vessel collide on the Yuanshui River

Nineteen people were thrown overboard when the oil spill cleanup boat crashed into the passenger vessel on the river near the town of Qinglang in Hunan province on Tuesday.

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4 h. ago ‘Hit them where it hurts’: Americans boycott corporations to protest anti

Participants commit to not spending money for 24 hours to resist Trump administration and Musk’s cutsDon’t let a billionaire’s algorithm control what you read. Download our free app to get trusted reporting.On Friday, Americans across the country are participating in an economic boycott for 24 hours.Organized by the People’s Union USA, a nonpartisan, grassroots organization, the boycott quickly picked up steam across social media, with thousands of users sharing posts with related hashtags. Participants are asked not to spend any money, and if they need to, it is recommended that they shop at a local, small business and pay in cash. Continue reading...

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4 h. ago Federal workers might get email requiring response after Trump and Musk praise efforts to investigate workforce – live

Employees may again be asked to explain recent accomplishments, AP reports, days after Musk argued the aim was to ‘pulse check’ US governmentUS aid cuts have forced the UN children’s agency Unicef to suspend or scale back many programmes in Lebanon, with more than half of children under the age of two experiencing severe food poverty in the country’s east, a Unicef official said on Friday.“We have been forced to suspend or cut back or drastically reduce many of our programmes and that includes nutrition programmes,” Unicef’s deputy representative in Lebanon, Ettie Higgins, told reporters in Geneva via video link from Beirut, Reuters reports. Continue reading...

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4 h. ago 'Quiet' dehumidifier that 'helps dry clothes by morning' now on sale with 64% off

If you're looking to reduce energy costs by drying your clothes on a heated airer, issues of mould and mildew may arise due to condensation - that's where a dehumidifier comes in

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4 h. ago Shark sale sees Steam Mop that 'makes cleaning a breeze' reduced to under £40

"It is effortless to use, floor cleaning has never been easier and with great results."

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5 h. ago Amazon shoppers floored by how 'expensive' £95 perfume reduced to £44 smells

"I like the scent so much that I bought another bottle for my mum for Mother's Day. She loved it too"

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5 h. ago Amazon's 'incredibly powerful' vacuum 'makes deep cleaning easy' slashed to £84

This cordless hoover may be a rising rival to the likes of Dyson and Shark vacuums

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6 h. ago Missoma’s flash sale sees 20% off sitewide, but you’ll have to be quick

Treat yourself to one of the brand’s bestselling pieces with this flash sale

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6 h. ago Skechers £84 trainers that 'don't even blister after 15,000 steps' reduced to £9 in Sports Direct deal

"I have the worst feet for getting blisters in any type of shoe possible. I did 15,000 steps a day for almost a week walking around Rome and Venice in these and I didn't didn’t get a single blister"

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6 h. ago Best Vax carpet cleaners: top devices for cleaning floors and upholstery

Top-notch options for pet-owners, families and those looking to give beloved furniture a refresh

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7 h. ago Save up to 50% with the best M&S fashion, home and gifting discounts

We’ve got the lowdown on all the best finds in the sale

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7 h. ago Ninja drinks gadget that's 'perfect' for anyone who goes to the office or gym reduced to £25 from £40

"I use this for smoothies and protein shakes. It blends fruit efficiently and effortlessly, creating super blended protein shakes. Easy to clean and very portable, great for the gym and work."

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7 h. ago 'Just five minutes' can slash risk of painful foot condition, claims expert

A staggering 48 per cent of adults have been affected by corns, but a podiatrist has shared his top tips to help reduce the risk of getting them and other painful foot issues

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8 h. ago Amazon offers rare £100 discount on Samsung cordless vacuum cleaner 'perfect for pet owners'

Amazon has slashed the price of a top rated vacuum cleaner, making it an irresistible purchase for those on the hunt

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8 h. ago Amazon cuts almost £90 off Shark FlexFusion Multi Hot Air Styler

The all-in-one styling and straightening system allows you to style wet and dry hair without heat damage.

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9 h. ago 9 best earplugs for concerts and festivals to protect your hearing

Reduce the amount of noise at your next event with these protective accessories

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9 h. ago Historic Callander church put up for sale as council looks to off

Callander's iconic former St Kessog's Church building has been put up for sale by Stirling Council after it said it had explored all potential options for commercial and community use.

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