17 h. ago ‘It would be a great loss’: London’s oldest Islamic bookshop at risk of closure

Loved by the likes of Yusuf Islam and Gai Eaton, Dar al-Taqwa is finding it tough to survive an era of online retailLondon’s oldest independent Islamic bookshop is at risk of closing within a year owing to declining footfall and the rise of online shopping platforms.Founded in 1985 by the Egyptian publisher Samir el-Atar, Dar al-Taqwa has been a cornerstone of British Muslim life for four decades – a place where scholars, students and converts have long gathered to browse, talk and connect. Continue reading...

Economics

2 w. ago Thousands of passengers set for Christmas travel disruption due to train engineering works

Passengers are being urged by Network Rail to check online journey planners and book tickets way in advance

Politics

2 w. ago Patients abusing pharmacists after being denied NHS Covid jab this winter due to little

Chemists claim 'poor communication' from health officials and a 'confusing' online booking system has left many patients unaware of the change until they arrive in store.

Science

2 w. ago The rise of digital money poses significant challenges for regulators

Bank of England is at crossroads over the use of crytocurrencies and establishing a financial framework for transactionsThere are those among us who like the idea of swiping and tapping their way through life, armed with a lifetime of digital information as they enter buildings, book online appointments and take train rides to work.Others are not so keen, fearing that big brother databases chock full of personal details will one day control their movements, if that is not happening already. Continue reading...

Politics

3 w. ago Best Betting Sites UK: New & Top Ranked Bookmakers for October 2025

Compare over 60 licensed and regulated betting sites in the UK and read our reviews of the best online bookmakers for October 2025

Politics

3 w. ago Voices: ‘Not everyone has a smartphone’: Independent readers divided over mandatory online GP bookings

Our community is divided over mandatory online GP bookings, with some praising the convenience and reduced surgery visits, while others warn it risks excluding older or less tech-savvy patients and could overwhelm doctors

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3 w. ago Christmas delivery slots 2025: Morrisons opens slots for home, online food delivery orders early

Early access to delivery slots means your turkey, trimmings, and treats are sorted 🎄

Society

3 w. ago The GP online booking farce: Surgeries are told patients must be able to book online from today to end infuriating '8am scramble'...but STILL can't get an appointment

In what could be a headache for Health Secretary Wes Streeting, patients have taken to social media to complain about being unable to book appointments.

Science

3 w. ago Best Betting Sites UK: Top New Online Bookmakers in October 2025

Our tipster, sports journalist and betting content producer Chris Wilson reviews UK betting sites and picks out his favourites

Politics

3 w. ago GPs ordered to offer online booking from today in bid to end the '8am scramble'

In what could be a headache for Health Secretary Wes Streeting, patients have taken to social media to complain about being unable to book appointments.

Politics

3 w. ago GP practices across England now have to offer online booking

The British Medical Association has opposed the plans and is considering industrial action

Politics

3 w. ago Primark trials major change in store and shoppers will be delighted

PRIMARK is making a major change to its stores as part of a huge new trial. The high street fashion chain has partnered with care and repair firm The Seam to offer same-day clothes repair and alterations at its Manchester Market Street store. To use the service shoppers need to book an appointment online via...

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