1 hour ago Hospitality firms need support to improve pay and conditions, report finds

The Fraser of Allander Institute said improving the industry could help the Scottish Government meet its child poverty targets.

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3 h. ago Man Utd make improved bid in excess of £60m for Brentford striker Bryan Mbeumo

Matheus Cunha has joined from Wolves and United are seeking to bolster their attack further before pre-season gets under way on July 7.

Economics

4 h. ago Man Utd launch improved Bryan Mbeumo transfer bid to ward off Tottenham interest

Bryan Mbeumo is Manchester United's top transfer target this summer and have already had two bids rejected by Brentford, but now the Red Devils have launched a new package amid interest from Tottenham

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5 h. ago DWP, Universal Credit and other money changes for benefits and bills for the coming weeks

Here are all the key dates to keep an eye out over the next month.

Economics

6 h. ago EU may take action against Israel if conditions in Gaza do not improve

Bloc’s foreign affairs chief warns of a response unless action is taken to ‘stop the suffering’ in Gaza Strip The EU may take action to increase pressure on Israel unless there are “concrete” improvements for the inhabitants of Gaza, its foreign policy chief has said.After meeting the bloc’s foreign ministers in Brussels, Kaja Kallas said it was “very clear” that Israel had breached its human rights commitments in Gaza and the West Bank. Continue reading...

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6 h. ago The Guardian view on maternity care failings: Wes Streeting’s new inquiry must learn from past mistakes, not repeat them | Editorial

The health secretary deserves praise for trying something new. But links between poor care and overstretched staff must not be avoidedThe announcement of a new inquiry into maternity care failures in England, including the shockingly higher risk of mortality faced by black and Asian mothers, indicates an overdue recognition that improvements are needed. From the devastating 2015 review of a decade of failure at Morecambe Bay, to last year’s birth trauma report from MPs, there is no shortage of evidence that women face unacceptable risks when giving birth on the NHS. The question is whether a review chaired by Wes Streeting himself can achieve what previous ones have not.His role as chair is not the only novel aspect of this inquiry. A panel including bereaved parents will share their experiences and knowledge, alongside expert evidence. This format should focus minds on the human consequences of systemic failures, including mother and baby deaths, and on the need for accountabi...

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8 h. ago Why it’s good to admit when you’re wrong – and how to improve

Admitting to being wrong can be difficult. But ‘intellectual humility’ is a trainable trait that deepens relationshipsYou may be familiar with the feeling. Someone factchecks you mid-conversation or discredits your dishwasher-loading technique. Heat rises to your face; you might feel defensive, embarrassed or angry. Do you insist you’re right or can you accept the correction?Admitting to being wrong can be difficult and uncomfortable. But the ability to admit to incorrect ideas or beliefs – what psychologists call “intellectual humility” – is important. Research shows that people with higher intellectual humility think more critically, and are less biased and less prone to dogmatism. Continue reading...

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8 h. ago Labour minister suggests UK Government could copy Scottish Child Payment

Employment minister Alison McGovern said "all levers are very much on the table" when asked if her government was considering raising the child element of universal credit to the same rate as the SCP.

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8 h. ago Sarah Payne killer Roy Whiting tells of moment fellow inmate tried to 'shank' him in his cell

Sarah Payne's killer Roy Whiting, 66, attended the trial of Andrew Light, who denied attempting to murder him in an attack using an improvised bladed weapon in HMP Wakefield

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8 h. ago Sarah Payne killer Roy Whiting relives moment fellow inmate tried to 'shank' him in his cell

Sarah Payne's killer Roy Whiting, 66, attended the trial of Andrew Light, who denied attempting to murder him in an attack using an improvised bladed weapon in HMP Wakefield

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9 h. ago Football Daily | Bellinghams do battle and subs stay indoors as Club World Cup warms up

Sign up now! Sign up now! Sign up now? Sign up now!Following the second weekend of Copa Gianni, Fifa were eager to flag up a number of fraternal firsts. In scoring for Borussia Dortmund and Real Madrid, Jude and Jobe Bellingham became the first brothers in history to score in the same tournament – “We’re 1-1 now,” honked Jude after his goal – while Francesco Pio Esposito became the first player to replace his brother when he came on for his Inter debut in place of elder sibling Sebastiano in the win over Urawa Red Diamonds. Meanwhile in Atlanta, the United Arab Emirates vice president and Manchester City chief suit, Sheikh Mansour, emerged with family bragging rights after his club’s reserve team trampled Al Ain, who are presided over by his older brother Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, into the dirt.Coleen is a princess and her parents are queen and king, and Wayne is a warrior. They get together, they split up, she’s broken-hearted and he goes on a quest to find the ring and r...

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10 h. ago Goldman Sachs warns Brent crude could hit $100 per barrel if strait of Hormuz is disrupted; Trump demands cheaper oil – business live

Rolling coverage of the latest economic and financial newsThe strait of Hormuz: what is it, and why does it matter to global trade?Price of oil could spike after Iran’s parliament votes to close key shipping routeThe eurozone economy has continued to flirt with stagnation this month, with little growth in its key sectors.The latest survey of purchasing managers across the euro area, just released by S&P Global, shows that the eurozone services sector is stalling this month, while factory growth slowed.“The eurozone economy is struggling to gain momentum. For six months now, growth has been minimal, with activity in the service sector stagnating and manufacturing output rising only moderately.In Germany, there are signs of a cautious improvement in the situation, but France continues to drag its feet. The momentum evident in the official growth figure of 0.6 percent for the first quarter is unlikely to have carried over into the second quarter, especially since special factors su...

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11 h. ago One spoonful of kitchen cupboard item can help sleep say doctors

A study found that the breakfast staple can help to reduce stress and anxiety levels, as well as improve sleep - and all it takes is one spoonful a day

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11 h. ago 'Easy to use' Samsung cordless pet vacuum that rivals Dyson has £185 off

The cordless vacuum is designed with high-powered suction and is aimed at homeowners with pets

Economics

11 h. ago Gardening expert shares 'incredibly easy' way to keep wasps at bay

Wasps can ruin summer days with their painful stings, but one gardening expert has shared a natural and affordable way to keep the insects away

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12 h. ago Why your credit score is important and easy ways to improve it

Your credit score is key to your financial future - but what is it and how can you make it better?

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12 h. ago Rukmini Iyer’s quick and easy recipe for mini parmesan, apple and rosemary scones | Quick and easy

These super-fluffy scones are child’s play, and ready to devour in all of 25 minutesThe secret to these ultra-fluffy scones? Cream cheese. In a fit of inspiration (I was thinking about rugelach at the time), I replaced almost all the butter with it to great success. These scones are a hit with children, too: my three-year-old quite competently helped make them, from fetching rosemary from the garden to stamping out the dough and brushing on the egg wash. A nice kitchen activity for any resident children, even if your dog turns up for the cheese tax at the last stage. Continue reading...

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12 h. ago Four simple lifestyle changes to reduce cognitive decline and dementia risk

Two healthy-ageing experts say interventions could result in both delayed disease onset and improved quality of life for millions of people

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13 h. ago Allison Williams says Girls cast weren’t given proper credit for show due to focus on privilege

‘We were easy targets, I get it,’ actor said

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13 h. ago The pantry biohacker: I reduced my biological age by 10 YEARS with easy diet changes anyone can do

You don't need to be a Silicon Valley venture capitalist or spend tens of thousands on supplements and biohacking gadgets to reclaim your health.

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