10 h. ago What's on the economic horizon: The Standard's Business Editor Jonathan Prynn on the year ahead

A survey of finance chiefs from accounting firm Deloitte found “geopolitical risk” ranked the number one concern among major UK businesses

Economics

67 h. ago Armed cops swoop on Tesco Extra store after terrifying 'weapon' incident

Shocked shoppers watched as police vehicles arrived outside the huge Tesco Extra store

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3 d. ago Sam Thompson reveals major relationship update after split concerns

Sam Thompson and Talitha Balinska went public with their relationship last month and spent Christmas together - and now, he has shared a new loved-up selfie with his girlfriend

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3 d. ago Coups, uprisings and oil wars: strap in for a turbulent year

A survey of finance chiefs from accounting firm Deloitte found “geopolitical risk” ranked the number one concern among major UK businesses

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3 d. ago Simple bag, big payday: Trader Joe’s totes are so popular they are selling for up to $50K

The tote bags originally sell for under $5 at the popular grocery store chain

Economics

5 d. ago AI personal shoppers possible within next five years – data protection watchdog

AI agents could anticipate shopping needs and make purchases for customers, according to the Information Commissioner’s Office.

Politics

6 d. ago Putin and Trump accused of secret deal to swap Ukraine for Venezuela

A US National Security expert has warned Russia may capitalise on the US capture of Venezuelan dictator Maduro to make a major move against Ukraine, reviving concerns about an alleged 2019 proposal

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6 d. ago Google users can snap up a Pixel Smart Watch for less than £40

Shoppers have praised Wowcher for delivering their refurbished watches in good condition

Economics

6 d. ago ‘Why are they watching me?’: Shoppers concerned as major grocery store introduces biometric surveillance

Shoppers at Wegmans’ Manhattan location react after learning the grocery chain quietly installed surveillance software in certain stores

Politics

7 d. ago Man Utd 'secretly want Gareth Southgate' to replace Ruben Amorim 'but one problem in way'

EXCLUSIVE: A former Manchester United star has claimed the club secretly want to appoint Gareth Southgate as their new manager but are wary of one major problem concerning the former England boss

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7 d. ago Musk's AI Grok accused of 'creating sexualised child images' as watchdog raises concerns

UK communications regulator Ofcom said it has contacted X and xAI as a matter of urgency after major concerns were raised about the recent disturbing use of Grok's image generator

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8 d. ago Few in Caracas are celebrating as they face an uncertain post

Stockpiling not partying is the priority for Venezuelans who say they fear crackdowns by the regime the US left in placeThere was a whirlwind of emotions on the streets of Caracas on Sunday, 24 hours after the first-ever large-scale US attack on South American soil and the extraordinary snaring of Venezuela’s president, Nicolás Maduro.“Uncertainty,” said Griselda Guzmán, a 68-year-old pensioner, fighting back tears as she lined up outside a grocery store with her husband to stock up on supplies in case the coming days brought yet more drama. Continue reading...

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9 d. ago Arne Slot issues worrying Hugo Ekitike injury update with major Arsenal concern

Liverpool boss Arne Slot has spoken out about Hugo Ekitike's injury status as he was left out of the Reds' squad against Fulham and is in a race to return for Arsenal

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9 d. ago Emma Raducanu sparks major Australian Open concerns as she withdraws from first match of 2026 just HOURS before she was due on court

The 23-year-old was due to play for Team GB in United Cup action in Perth this week as she begins her pre-Australian Open tune-up, but withdrew from the match at the eleventh hour.

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1 week ago FBI says it thwarted planned New Year’s Eve terrorist attack in North Carolina

FBI says teen was planning Islamic State-inspired hammer and knife attack on Jews, Christians and LGBTQ+ peopleThe FBI said on Friday that it thwarted an alleged plot to carry out a New Year’s Eve terrorist attack on a grocery store and restaurant in North Carolina in support of the Islamic State (IS).Christian Sturdivant, 18, of Mint Hill – a town outside Charlotte – was arrested on 31 December as he was being released from a special medical facility. He was charged with attempting to provide material support to a foreign terrorist organization, the US attorney for the western district of North Carolina, Russ Ferguson, said at a press conference on Friday morning. Continue reading...

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1 week ago FBI claims ‘lone wolf’ teen inspired by ISIS was planning knives and hammers attack at grocery store on New Year’s Eve

Christian Sturdivant, 18, was arrested and charged with attempting to provide material support to a foreign terrorist organization

Events

1 week ago 'Excellent' £1000 watch reduced by 90% and now less than £120 at Debenhams

The popular watch is normally priced at £1,185 and shoppers can purchase it today for less than £120

Economics

1 week ago Debenhams shoppers spot 'unreal' £1,185 watch for £119 in 90% off January deal

"I couldn't believe the actual quality of the watch its unreal"

Economics

1 week ago Debenhams shoppers spot incredible £1,000 watch reduced by 90% post

It normally retails for £1,185

Economics

1 week ago Chelsea dealt major new selection blow for Man City showdown as concerns deepen

Blues will be without key player for difficult Etihad Stadium trip amid double update from Enzo Maresca

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