44 m. ago Bank of England holds interest rates at 4% amid inflation concerns as mortgage holders issued warning

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Economics

59 m. ago Coronation Street fan favourite 'unveiled' as character to be killed off but it's not Billy

Coronation Street fans are convinced they know which character will be killed off in the new year, as part of the historic crossover with Emmerdale in early 2026

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61 m. ago Charlie Kirk's friend gives harrowing account of frantic race through traffic to get the influencer to hospital after he was shot: 'We were giving CPR but he was with Jesus... but we had to try'

Christian author Frank Turek, 63, was in the car with the right wing activist after he was killed during a question-and-answer session at Utah Valley University.

Science

62 m. ago Speedboat killer is jailed again after breaching licence conditions

Shepherd was convicted of manslaughter by gross negligence over the death of Charlotte Brown on the River Thames in 2015

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65 m. ago Keir's worst nightmare as Angela Rayner's allies 'plot comeback with Labour leadership rival Andy Burnham' while Cabinet minister vows to support Manchester mayor 'whatever he does'

The Prime Minister has been in a tailspin since Ms Rayner quit as his deputy nearly a fortnight ago, admitting she had underpaid stamp duty on the purchase of a new flat.

Politics

69 m. ago Deliveroo founder Will Shu to step down after DoorDash takeover

The founder of Deliveroo is stepping down following its £2.9billion takeover by a US rival.

Politics

70 m. ago Speedboat killer Jack Shepherd back in prison after breaching licence conditions

He was jailed over the death of 24-year-old Charlotte Brown on their first date

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74 m. ago Hit Broadway musical that audiences love heading on UK tour including Manchester

The romantic musical comedy is heading back to Manchester

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78 m. ago Where to buy cheapest Christmas chocolate tubs this week as UK supermarket slashes prices

Christmas is less than a 100 days away, and one UK supermarket has slashed popular chocolate tubs including Quality Street and Heroes to cheapest prices this week

Economics

89 m. ago Coronation Street legend getting killed off for anniversary 'unveiled' but it's not Billy

Coronation Street’s boss recently confirmed a beloved resident is set for a “shocking” death and fans have ‘worked out’ who it is

Events

89 m. ago Jimmy Kimmel Live! suspended over Charlie Kirk comments after US government pressure

Removal of late-night show criticised as part of Trump administration’s attack on critical voices in media, academia and businessWhat did Jimmy Kimmel say about Charlie Kirk?‘Censoring you in real time’: suspension of Jimmy Kimmel show sparks shock and fears for free speechJimmy Kimmel’s late-night show has been suspended “indefinitely” after the US government put pressure on broadcasters to crack down on the comedian, who had accused Donald Trump’s political movement of exploiting the killing of Charlie Kirk.ABC, which Disney owns, announced on Wednesday night that it would remove Kimmel’s show from its schedule for the foreseeable future. Continue reading...

Politics

91 m. ago Cowardly Manchester Arena bomb plotter refuses to leave his cell to appear in court over 'attack on prison guards with boiling oil and makeshift blades'

Manchester Arena bomb plotter Hashem Abedi, pictured, allegedly refused to leave his cell to attend court this morning. He is charged with attepting to kill and injure prison officers.

Events

1 hour ago Pets At Home shares plunge on profit warning and ousting of CEO

Pre-tax profits for the year to the end of March are now expected to be in the range of £90 million to £100 million.

Events

2 h. ago Shoppers race to buy £16 hair thickening shampoo that gives 'volume' in one month

The Philip Kingsley Density Discovery Collection is a three-step haircare set that is expertly formulated to address hair thinning and shedding - and it's already

Economics

2 h. ago Lisa Nandy defies Starmer by backing Labour leadership hopefuls Andy Burnham and Lucy Powell

MPs believe Greater Manchester mayor poised to make comeback at Westminster, as prime minister’s woes grow

Politics

2 h. ago Deliveroo founder Will Shu to step down as boss amid DoorDash takeover

Mr Shu said he will step down as chief executive officer once Deliveroo completes its £2.9 billion takeover by rival DoorDash.

Politics

2 h. ago FTSE 100 Live 18 September: Next shares fall on UK caution, Pets at Home warns on profit

The boss of Next today issued a stark warning to Rachel Reeves about “anaemic” economic growth and a slump in employment.

Events

2 h. ago Overwhelmed hospital is forced to turn its COSTA café into a makeshift ward for patients

Shocking images show elderly patients lying on beds wheeled into the popular coffee chain's branch based at the William Harvey Hospital in Ashford.

Science

3 h. ago Southport killer's brother speaks out after Rudakubana's horrific crimes

Dion Rudakubana has spoken publicly for the first time, acknowledging the "immense pain" caused by his killer brother.

Events

3 h. ago Brother of Southport killer Axel Rudakubana speaks publicly for first time

Dion Rudakubana has acknowledging the 'immense pain' caused by his killer brother

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