2 h. ago Fat jab users flocking to major gym chain in bid to keep the weight off and ‘combat common side effect’

WEIGHT-loss jabs are boosting demand across The Gym Group, says its boss, as Brits fight to keep the flab off while maintaining muscle mass. Chief executive Will Orr said the company was “absolutely” seeing the impact of GLP-1s as a “tailwind and contributory factor” for the business. He views their rise as an opportunity “to...

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2 h. ago Iran crisis live: US citizens should ‘leave Iran now’, says US state department

US government issues warning as Donald Trump says US will take ‘very strong action’ if Iran hangs protestersTrump says countries doing business with Iran face 25% tariff on US tradePeople in Iran: share your views on the current situationNon-essential French embassy staff have left Iran, two sources with knowledge of the matter told Agence France-Presse. The personnel left on Sunday and Monday, the sources added, without saying how many people had departed. “The protection of our personnel and our citizens is a priority,” a French foreign ministry official told AFP.Commenting on the protests, the UN high commissioner for human rights Volker Türk said:This cycle of horrific violence cannot continue. The Iranian people and their demands for fairness, equality and justice must be heard. Continue reading...

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3 h. ago Grocery chain continuing rapid expansion as shoppers ‘trade down’ to cut costs

The discount chain said in 2024 that it planned to open 800 new stores by 2028

Economics

4 h. ago Amazon pushes suppliers for cuts ahead of Supreme Court tariff ruling

Tech giant moves to reverse concessions made to limit the shock of US President Donald Trump’s trade levies

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5 h. ago First look inside new Scots bowling alley opening in WEEKS with mini golf, arcade and bar

AN exciting new bowling alley opening in a major Scottish city has unveiled its dazzling interior. King Pins is loved by thrillseekers for its family-friendly activities including Ten Pin bowling, American pool, mini golf and arcade games. The company is set to open its second Scottish site just one day before Valentine's Day, making it...

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5 h. ago Trial in Welsh county aims to change the way people choose to travel

The trial aims to address a problem faced by people without a driveway at home

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6 h. ago Supreme court appears sympathetic towards state bans for transgender athletes in school sports – live updates

Court’s conservative majority signaled it was leaning towards agreeing with legality of Idaho and West Virginia laws, which would be major blow to LGBTQ+ rights The trans youth athletes fighting for their rights: ‘Playing is an act of resistance’How the US supreme court case on trans athletes could unravel LGBTQ+ rightsOn the issue of whether the case is moot, the justices have said they would wait to make a decision about whether to dismiss it until after today’s argument.A reminder that Lindsay Hecox, the transgender college student who challenged Idaho’s state law, sought to have her case dismissed in September, arguing that she is no longer pursuing sports and doesn’t want further harassment.Idaho’s law classifies on the basis of sex, because sex is what matters in sports. It correlates strongly with countless athletic advantages, like size, muscle mass, bone mass and heart and lung capacity. Continue reading...

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6 h. ago ‘I’ve had vets chasing lorries down the motorway’: The ‘hell’ of post

Toby Ovens of Broughton Transport called Brexit a nightmare, and said he hoped a reset with the EU would mean ‘light at the end of the tunnel’British vets have been forced to chase lorries down the motorway on their way to Dover due to the “pure hell” of Brexit paperwork needed by inspectors in Calais, MPs have been told.Toby Ovens of Broughton Transport told the business and trade committee that Brexit has been a costly and logistic nightmare, and hopes of a reset with the EU represented “light at the end of the tunnel”. Continue reading...

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6 h. ago Travel chaos hits once again as four major airports forced to shut over bad weather

As temperatures continue to fall across Europe with no end in sight to the cold snap, airports have had to close due to icy conditions, leaving thoughts of passengers hoping to jet off stranded

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6 h. ago Inside the Cartagena boutique hotel starring in The Night Manager

As Jonathan Pine sets off on another high-intensity mission, producers of The Night Manager predict that this Colombian hotel used in scenes will be cast into the spotlight

Society

7 h. ago Fresh blow for Adam Peaty's family as pal Sara Davies breaks silence on his wedding

Sara Davies was full of praise for her pal Adam Peaty's dreamy wedding - and it must have stung for the Peaty family members who were uninvited to his big day

Society

7 h. ago TSA to charge $45 for travelers without Real ID from next month

The fee covers a 10-day travel period, applying to both departure and return flights

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7 h. ago 13 best camping mats, tried and tested by a travel writer in the great outdoors

Ensure you snooze soundly, with our pick of the best camping mats

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7 h. ago Falkirk v Celtic injury news: 11 out as Martin O'Neill welcomes back duo but confirms major blow

Here is the latest team news ahead of Falkirk v Celtic in the Scottish Premiership at the Falkirk Stadium on Wednesday.

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8 h. ago 'We're in a state nobody can imagine': residents describe devastating rainstorm in Gaza – video

A rainstorm swept across the Gaza Strip, flooding hundreds of tents and collapsing homes sheltering families displaced by two years of war. At least six people have been killed, local health officials said. Three months since a ceasefire halted major combat, Israeli forces have ordered the near-total depopulation of nearly two-thirds of Gaza. More than 2 million people have been forced into a narrow strip near the coast, with most living in makeshift tents or damaged buildings Continue reading...

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8 h. ago Newcastle vs Man City LIVE early team news and how to watch Carabao Cup semi

Manchester City travel to Newcastle United tonight for the first leg of their Carabao Cup semi-final

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8 h. ago London is the greatest city in the WORLD according to TripAdvisor – here’s our top things to do at every age

AROUND the world are thousands of incredible destinations from skyscraper cities to Mediterranean beach towns, Caribbean Islands and all those in-between. But for those living in the UK, you don't have to go far to see one of the very best - as Tripadvisor Travellers’ Choice Awards has revealed that London is the world's best...

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8 h. ago British men’s clothing brand shuts up shop for good after plunging into administration

A BRITISH men's clothing brand has officially closed its doors after entering administration. The specialist outfitter has ceased trading following a period of financial challenges that proved impossible to overcome. The Leeds retailer, Great Clothing Ltd - widely known by its popular trading name Big Boys - confirmed the news this week. The development marks...

Economics

8 h. ago New railway line linking two massive UK cities is set to be announced tomorrow

A NEW railway line linking two major cities in the UK is set to be announced tomorrow. Train travel across the north of England could be smoother and faster in the future if the plans go ahead. Ministers are expected to confirm proposals linking Manchester and Birmingham as part of the Northern Powerhouse Rail project,...

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9 h. ago Honda unveils huge change to iconic logo – and it hides a ‘secret meaning’

HONDA is introducing a fresh take on its iconic badge. The Japanese manufacturer, which is consistently among the world's top sellers, is preparing for its next generation of hybrid and electric models. And to ring in the new range, the company is adding a new logo that it says evokes “two outstretched hands" to signal...

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