55 m. ago Boots shoppers race to buy Ghost perfume gift sets in 'better than Black Friday' deal

"I love this smell, I'd initially bought it as a gift for my mom but ended up wearing it all the time myself. It's rich, mysterious and almost fruity. 10/10."

Economics

98 m. ago EU’s Ukraine loan may have been Plan B, but don’t underestimate its significance to the bloc

This €90bn agreement won out over a plan to use frozen Russian assets, but has been hailed a ‘huge deal for the EU’The EU’s failure to agree a “reparations loan” to Ukraine backed by frozen Russian assets was a political blow to the bloc’s big beasts, but the last-gasp alternative it devised will do the job – and marks a potentially significant first.After a marathon 16 hours of talks, EU leaders early on Friday agreed to fund Ukraine, which risked running out of money by next April, with a much-needed €90bn (£79bn) loan. But the solution they came up with was not the one most had wanted. Continue reading...

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1 hour ago Tesco shoppers notice ‘best biscuit selection anywhere’ is up for sale

Deal hunters say they're rapidly selling out online - but available in some stores

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1 hour ago Debenhams heavily reduces 'top quality' designer watch in 89 per cent off deal

The watch has been branded a 'great Christmas gift'

Economics

2 h. ago Ukraine war live: Zelenskyy says EU’s €90bn loan is a ‘signal to Russians’ despite frozen assets not being part of deal

Ukrainian leader welcomes move and says it is critical Russian assets remain frozenEU leaders agree €90bn loan for Ukraine but without use of frozen Russian assetsIn his first comments on Ukraine, Putin swiftly blames Kyiv for the continuing war, saying “they are basically refusing to finish this conflict via peaceful means” (whatever that means from the literally invading party).But he says there are “some signals indicating they are willing to engage in some type of dialogue.” Continue reading...

Economics

2 h. ago Commonwealth Games coverage set for major change as ‘landmark’ deal is struck

The BBC has been the principal broadcaster for the Commonwealth Games since 1954

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2 h. ago Barcelona close in on sensational for Norwich and England wonderkid Ajay Tavares, 15, after scoring 16

BARCELONA are set to seal a sensational deal to sign 15-year-old Norwich star Ajay Tavares. The highly-rated forward has been chased by some of Europe's top clubs ahead of January - but the Spanish giants are expected to win the race. Tavares, who made his senior Canaries debut in a July pre-season friendly against Dutch...

Politics

3 h. ago Ukraine war live: Zelenskyy says EU’s €90bn loan is a ‘signal to Russians’

Ukrainian leader welcomes move and says it is critical Russian assets, which are not part of the deal, remain frozenEU leaders agree €90bn loan for Ukraine but without use of frozen Russian assetsIn his first comments on Ukraine, Putin swiftly blames Kyiv for the continuing war, saying “they are basically refusing to finish this conflict via peaceful means” (whatever that means from the literally invading party).But he says there are “some signals indicating they are willing to engage in some type of dialogue.” Continue reading...

Events

3 h. ago Sony collars Snoopy in £340m deal to take control of Peanuts franchise

Japanese conglomerate raises to 80% its stake in firm that owns the intellectual property created by Charles SchulzBusiness live – latest updatesSony has taken control of Charles Schulz’s Peanuts franchise including Snoopy and Charlie Brown in a deal worth C$630m (£340m).The Japanese conglomerate has bought 41% of Peanuts Holdings, which owns the intellectual property Schulz created, from the Canadian children’s entertainment company WildBrain. Continue reading...

Economics

3 h. ago Four months of music, podcasts and audiobooks for free? This deal ends soon

A generous free trial is offering months of ad-free music, podcasts and audiobooks, but the window to sign up is closing fast

Economics

3 h. ago Clock is ticking with days left to snap up deal on Boss men's fragrance with £10 off

'Such good value for such a large bottle'

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3 h. ago 8 best temperature control kettles that promise to boil the perfect brew

Discover the kitchen-counter appliance you never knew you needed

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3 h. ago Competition and Markets Authority to probe ABF’s deal to buy Hovis

In August, Associated British Foods (ABF) struck a deal to buy the 135-year-old business from US private equity owner Endless.

Economics

4 h. ago Starlink satellite is out of control and ‘tumbling’ to Earth

Any collision in orbit could have catastrophic consequences

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4 h. ago Jo Malone perfume gift set available for £12.47 via clever deal this Christmas

Jo Malone's signature fragrance gift set can be snapped up for under £13 through a cashback deal at LookFantastic

Economics

4 h. ago Aldi offering shoppers 5p vegetables between now and Christmas

Alongside its newest deal, many other festive products are now in stores as part of Aldi's Christmas collection

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4 h. ago Eat to beat stress: Foods that can help you feel calmer, according to experts

Diet shapes how the body responds to stress, influencing blood sugar control, inflammation, sleep quality and appetite - all of which affect how resilient or depleted we feel when life gets busy.

Politics

4 h. ago Ukraine war latest: Putin compares EU to ‘burglars’ in rambling press conference after frozen assets plan dropped

EU Council president Antonio Costa says loan will cover Ukraine's military and economic needs for next two years

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5 h. ago 'Beautifully soft' £40 Dunelm bedding that's 'comfortable to sleep in' now £18 in double deal

Shoppers in need of a new duvet set can get their hands on a "soft" and "smart" design from Dunelm for more than half price thanks to a double deal stack

Economics

5 h. ago Map: Council tax winners and losers after government reveals funding

The plans have shifted funding towards more deprived areas

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