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Shortage of crash experts holds up Wimbledon school deaths investigation: The parents of Nuria Sajjad, one of two eight-year-old girls killed by a Land Rover in ...
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Charity boss Gideon Falter calls on Met chief Mark Rowley to quit: Campaign Against Antisemitism leader Gideon Falter has told Good Morning Britain that Sir Mark ...
metro.co.uk/2024/04/22/charity-boss-gideon-falter-calls-met-chief-mark-rowley-quit-20693294/
Halifax homicide: Youth dead, 2 arrested after incident outside mall | Globalnews.ca
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UK to increase defence spending to 2.5% of GDP - meaning tens of billions of pounds of extra funding
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London set for another mini-heatwave as temperatures to soar soon: While this week isn't too pretty, next week is due some warmer weather
mylondon.news/weather/london-set-another-mini-heatwave-29042804
Met Police apologises to Stephen Lawrence's mother after breaking promise: It says the failure to answer questions raised by a BBC investigation is "totally ...
bbc.com/news/uk-68848842
New British nuclear submarine named HMS Agamemnon: Agamemnon - named after the ancient Greek king - is the sixth of seven Astute submarines being built by BAE ...
ukdefencejournal.org.uk/new-british-nuclear-submarine-named-hms-agamemnon/
Met police chief under pressure over handling of pro-Palestine protests in UK: Footage of officer calling antisemitism campaigner ‘openly Jewish’ sparks a furore
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UK police charge two men with spying for China: British police on Monday charged two men with spying for China, including one reported to have worked as a ...
reuters.com/world/uk/uk-prosecutors-authorise-charges-against-two-men-over-spying-china-2024-04-22/
Quick Glance: Charges Filed Against UK Ex-Parliamentary Researcher for 'China Espionage'
- London's Metropolitan Police has accused two men, researcher Christopher Cash and Christopher Berry, of violating the Official Secrets Act.
- The charges coincided with the announcement of the arrest of three German nationals suspected of spying for China and accessing secret maritime technology by German investigators.
- The British duo is alleged to have transmitted 'articles, notes, documents or information' to a foreign state between 2021 and the previous year.
- In September, the Met Police disclosed the arrest of a man in his twenties on espionage suspicions. The Sunday Times revealed his parliamentary researcher identity.
Gucci-Owner Kering Facing Tough Turnaround Challenge: Some investors and analysts are questioning whether CEO François-Henri Pinault is the right man to overhaul ...
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UK set for two hottest days of year with two parts of England warmest: Forecasters say East Anglia and the south east of England will be hottest ...
birminghammail.co.uk/news/midlands-news/uk-set-two-hottest-days-29042181
Crooks make fake Cadbury Dairy Milk bars - full of cannabis: Police said the bars - seized in a raid in South Yorkshire - 'could easily be mistaken for ...
birminghammail.co.uk/news/uk-news/crooks-make-fake-cadbury-dairy-29038180
Sadness as well-respected dentist Ian Burrell dies after Bargate crash: Ian sadly died after suffering a suspected medical episode behind the wheel of his car
grimsbytelegraph.co.uk/news/grimsby-news/sadness-well-respected-dentist-ian-9240116
Large police cordon set up after car crash with cyclist: A patient has been rushed to hospital after a north London collision involving a cyclist and a car
mylondon.news/news/north-london-news/live-islington-traffic-updates-huge-29040870
Man on Scots easyJet flight from Glasgow to Tenerife charged after 'disturbance': The flight from Glasgow was forced to divert to Bristol Airport and two ...
dailyrecord.co.uk/news/scottish-news/man-scots-easyjet-flight-glasgow-32644989
Oxford Street closed as man rushed to hospital following bus crash: The man's condition is unknown
mylondon.news/news/zone-1-news/live-oxford-street-closed-after-29039826
Celtic fan brawling on easyJet flight forces police intervention in Turkey : The man ‘lost it’ after his team’s match ended in a 3-3 draw, says fellow passenger
independent.co.uk/travel/news-and-advice/easyjet-flight-celtic-fan-fight-police-turkey-b2532467.html
'Icelandic storm' could bring snow to parts of UK within days: The UK could be in line for a major low-pressure system hitting over the next week ...
devonlive.com/news/uk-world-news/uk-weather-icelandic-storm-could-9237828
Former north-east police inspector Mark Stephen says prostate cancer is his toughest case
pressandjournal.co.uk/fp/lifestyle/health-and-wellbeing/6435500/police-inspector-mark-stephen-cancer-toughest-case/
London Marathon 2024 results: Peres Jepchirchir breaks women's only world record: Olympic champion Peres Jepchirchir storms to victory in a women's only ...
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Quick Glance: Jepchirchir Sets New Record, Claims Victory at London Marathon
- Jepchirchir won the 44th London Marathon, breaking the women's-only world record. She crossed the finish line in front of Buckingham Palace in two hours, 16 minutes, and 16 seconds.
- Munyao clinched the men's race in 2:04.01, marking his most significant career triumph. Bekele secured the second position with a time of 2:04.15.
- The participation of around 50,000 runners made this edition of the London Marathon the largest event along the River Thames.
Police arrest three men and seize weapon after 'disturbance' at shop in Brierley Hill
expressandstar.com/news/local-hubs/dudley/brierley-hill/2024/04/21/three-arrests-made-after-disturbance-at-a-brierley-hill-store/
The weekend is looking warm! ☀️ www.mirror.co.uk/news/uk-news/uk-weather-exact-date-temperatures-32624483
Squatters vow to stay in Gordon Ramsay's pub after 'making deal with owner': The group shut themselves in the York & Albany near Regent's Park, north London ...
mirror.co.uk/3am/celebrity-news/squatters-vow-stay-gordon-ramsays-32632688
Northern Lights will be visible in the UK tonight - best places to see aurora: The aurora borealis - or Northern Lights - are set to make an appearance on Friday ...
mirror.co.uk/news/uk-news/northern-lights-tonight-met-office-32629724
How squatters’ rights affect landlords: As a Gordon Ramsay restaurant is taken over by a whole new type of tenant, Lily Russell-Jones looks at what you can do to ...
thetimes.co.uk/article/squatters-rights-uk-landlords-eviction-gordan-ramsey-pub-qdxjbq2wt
Pension funds brace for £30bn hit from Gove leasehold reforms: Investors believe the levelling up secretary’s overhaul of Britain’s 'feudal' ground rents system ...
news.sky.com/story/pension-funds-brace-for-30bn-hit-from-gove-leasehold-reforms-13118737
Labour explores stopping ‘raids’ on UK overseas aid budget: Scrutiny by ‘star chamber’ of where development cash goes could be set in law after share being spent ...
ft.com/content/07a206b5-ed4b-4c8c-b3eb-63ddb5cf0b64
France orders retailers to display shrinkflation: French retailers will have to notify shoppers when products have been reduced in size without a corresponding ...
reuters.com/markets/europe/france-orders-retailers-display-shrinkflation-2024-04-19/
UK freezes London property linked to Putin ally after ICIJ report - ICIJ: Since Russia invaded Ukraine in 2022, the U.K. government has faced criticism for ...
icij.org/investigations/pandora-papers/uk-freezes-london-property-linked-to-putin-ally-after-icij-report/
Quick Glance: UK Reacts to ICIJ Report on London Property of Putin Ally
- The UK government froze the multimillion-dollar London property roughly a week after the International Consortium of Investigative Journalists unveiled its connection to Igor Komarov and its seemingly untouched status by sanctions against the high-ranking Kremlin official.
- In February, the ongoing relationship between Komarov and the prime central London townhouse on Herbert Crescent, purchased for over $16.5 million through a British Virgin Islands-based shell company he previously managed, was highlighted.
- An update was made on April 5 regarding the Companies House records for Wastom, aligning with the ROE filings.
The UK’s second commercial quantum computer has come online: California-based quantum circuitry company Rigetti has brought a commercially available quantum ...
thenextweb.com/news/uk-second-commercial-quantum-computer-comes-online
Jeremy Hunt targets further 2p cut in national insurance: Tories aim for pre-election announcement despite warnings from IMF about UK’s fragile finances
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UK retail sales stagnate despite easing inflation: British retail sales stagnated in March despite high inflation easing recently, representing the first time ...
reuters.com/world/uk/uk-retail-stagnated-again-march-ons-says-2024-04-19/
He put his foot down. www.mirror.co.uk/3am/us-celebrity-news/prince-harry-wins-against-meghan-32636609
Quick Glance: Harry and Meghan Face Conundrum Over Balmoral Invitation
- Prince Harry and Meghan Markle could find themselves in a complicated situation, according to an expert, if King Charles invites them to join the Royal Family at Balmoral.
- It is expected that King Charles will extend an invitation to Harry and Meghan to visit the Scottish retreat this year, as it is customary for the monarch to invite family members during the holiday season.
- Royal expert and author Tom Quinn suggests that an invitation to the retreat could present a 'difficult' situation for the Duke and Duchess of Sussex.
- King Charles has reportedly extended an olive branch to Prince Harry and Meghan by 'hinting' at a visit to Balmoral this summer to improve relationships within the Royal family.
Bank of England Interest Rate Cuts Ahead of UK Election Aren't a Sure Thing: Voters may end up going to the polls with the Bank of England rate still ...
bloomberg.com/news/newsletters/2024-04-17/bank-of-england-interest-rate-cuts-ahead-of-uk-election-aren-t-a-sure-thing
Quick Glance: Powell Warns of Lack of Progress on Inflation
- Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell emphasized that the U.S. economy, while otherwise strong, has not seen a return of inflation to the central bank's target.
- Powell mentioned that the current policy should remain in place as inflation has not declined quickly enough and there has been no further progress towards the 2% goal.
- Since July 2023, the Fed has maintained its benchmark interest rate in a target range between 5.25% and 5.5%, the result of 11 consecutive rate hikes.
- Financial markets have had to adjust their expectations for rate cuts this year as inflation has been higher than expected, and the Fed's policy continues to be dependent on data.
US, UK announce new sanctions on Iran after missile and drone strike on Israel: The United States and the United Kingdom announced widespread sanctions against ...
scmp.com/news/world/united-states-canada/article/3259534/us-uk-announce-new-sanctions-iran-after-missile-and-drone-strike-israel
Heavy rains in UAE: No cloud seeding done, confirms Met Office: NCM meteorologist urges people not to fall for articles, videos spreading misinformation
gulfnews.com/uae/weather/heavy-rains-in-uae-no-cloud-seeding-done-confirms-met-office-1.1713373843670
Quick Glance: Cause of Dubai Flooding: Cloud Seeding or Natural Phenomenon?
- Dubai grapples with the aftermath of heavy rainfall. Speculations on the role of cloud seeding are being discussed.
- Clouds consist of tiny water droplets that coalesce around particles to form rain. Cloud seeding manipulates this process.
- The effectiveness of cloud seeding is scientifically debated, with limited evidence of its efficacy.
- Experts refute the claim that cloud seeding was the primary cause of the flooding in Dubai.
Hugh Grant settles privacy case against Sun publisher: Hugh Grant says he could have faced a bill of up to £10m if he had gone to court, even if he had won.
bbc.com/news/entertainment-arts-68834392
UK regulator says Google's ad-privacy changes fall short, WSJ reports: The UK privacy regulator said Google's proposed replacements for cookies need to do more ...
reuters.com/technology/uk-regulator-says-googles-ad-privacy-changes-fall-short-wsj-reports-2024-04-19/
Students turning to cyberfraud as huge phishing site infiltrated, police reveal: LabHost enabled users to set up websites designed to trick victims into ...
theguardian.com/technology/2024/apr/18/students-turning-to-cyberfraud-as-huge-phishing-site-infiltrated-police-reveal
Ex-Scottish leader Sturgeon's husband charged with embezzling party funds: Former Scottish leader Nicola Sturgeon's husband Peter Murrell has been charged with ...
reuters.com/world/europe/former-scottish-leader-sturgeons-husband-re-arrested-party-finance-probe-bbc-2024-04-18/
Quick Glance: Police Investigation into SNP Finances: Key Updates
- On Thursday, the re-arrest of Peter Murrell, the husband of Nicola Sturgeon, took place as part of the police investigation into the SNP’s finances.
- Murrell, aged 59, was apprehended and underwent interrogation by detectives.
- The arrest occurred slightly more than a year subsequent to the search conducted by Police Scotland officers at the couple’s residence, where a blue tent was set up outside the property, alongside searches at the SNP’s headquarters in Edinburgh.
- In April 2024, Peter Murrell was charged with 'embezzlement' of funds from the SNP.
'I'm so numb': Sister of woman who died in Tillydrone incident pays tribute
pressandjournal.co.uk/fp/news/aberdeen-aberdeenshire/6437552/woman-who-died-in-tillydrone-incident-named/
US, UK unveil sweeping sanctions on Iran in response to its attack on Israel: WASHINGTON: The United States and the United Kingdom announced widespread sanctions ...
channelnewsasia.com/world/us-uk-unveil-sweeping-sanctions-iran-after-attack-israel-4275611
Met Office gives 'heatwave' verdict as warm weather to continue : High pressure is set to sweep in from the Atlantic bringing light winds and sunshine
devonlive.com/news/uk-world-news/met-office-gives-heatwave-verdict-9229186
New Bournemouth cycle bridges cost nearly £1.5million: Two cycle bridges installed over a key Bournemouth route late last year cost the taxpayer nearly £1.5m ...
bournemouthecho.co.uk/news/24256872.new-bournemouth-cycle-bridges-cost-nearly-1-5million/
Voting machine company Smartmatic and OANN settle defamation suit : Voting machine company Smartmatic has settled its defamation suit against One America News ...
nbcnews.com/politics/elections/voting-machine-company-smartmatic-oann-settle-defamation-suit-rcna148148
Quick Glance: OAN and Smartmatic Reach Settlement in Defamation Lawsuit
- Voting technology company Smartmatic and the far-right network One America News announced on Tuesday that they have agreed to a confidential settlement of a defamation lawsuit stemming from the outlet's lies about the 2020 presidential elections.
- The settlement followed a lawsuit filed by Smartmatic against OAN in 2021, alleging that the right-wing conspiracy network 'victimized' the company and spread lies about its role in the 2020 elections to boost viewership and revenue.
- OAN previously settled a defamation suit in September with former Dominion executive Eric Coomer, revealing collaboration with individuals to propagate falsehoods about the elections.
- While the Smartmatic case has concluded, OAN still faces another defamation lawsuit from Dominion regarding the dissemination of falsehoods about the 2020 elections.
Shannon Matthews: Man behind kidnapping plot dies: Michael Donovan was jailed for staging the youngster's kidnap in February 2008.
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Get ready for some warm weather 🌞 www.mirror.co.uk/news/uk-news/uk-weather-maps-turn-orange-32603308
Imagine depending on the postman to take you to the shops?
For decades, Royal Mail Post Buses picked up passengers as well as parcels on their rounds in rural ... Show more www.pressandjournal.co.uk/fp/past-times/6426718/royal-mail-post-bus-aberdeenshire-highlands-islands/
Next BoE deputy governor sees rate cuts coming into view, but can't say when
reuters.com/world/uk/next-boe-deputy-governor-sees-two-sided-risks-policy-outlook-2024-04-16/
Native American group seeks to overturn US court ruling on Rio's Arizona copper mine
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Jeremy Hunt Says Rate Cuts Would Lift UK Mood, Hints at Autumn Vote: UK Chancellor of the Exchequer Jeremy Hunt said the prospect of interest rate cuts later ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-04-16/hunt-says-rate-cuts-would-lift-uk-mood-hints-at-fall-vote
Paid articlePaid Smoking ban vote result: victory for Rishi Sunak as Badenoch leads Tory revolt: The business secretary joins dozens of Conservative MPs opposed to proposals to ...
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Paid articlePaidQuick Glance: UK Lawmakers Support Groundbreaking 'Smoke-Free Generation' Bill
- The British government's plan for a landmark smoking ban to prevent young people from ever smoking passed its first hurdle in Parliament despite opposition from within Prime Minister Rishi Sunak's Conservative Party.
- The bill, announced by Sunak, would make it illegal to sell tobacco products to anyone born after January 1, 2009, creating one of the toughest anti-smoking measures in the world to establish the 'first smoke-free generation' in modern Britain.
- The bill also includes measures to crack down on youth vaping, such as banning the sale of cheap disposable vapes and restricting their flavors to prevent children from becoming addicted to nicotine.
- The number of people who smoke in the U.K. has declined by two-thirds since the 1970s, but approximately 6.4 million people in the country still smoke, accounting for about 13% of the population. Smoking remains the number one preventable cause of death, disability, and poor health.
Hub for EV charging, bikes and hire cars coming to Chaddesden: Officially called a mobility hub, the council says it will give better options for local travel
derbytelegraph.co.uk/news/derby-news/chaddesden-transport-hub-ev-charging-9225735
UK wage growth slows slightly as Bank of England mulls rate cuts: British core wage growth slowed again, posting its weakest rise since the three months to ...
reuters.com/world/uk/uk-regular-wages-grow-60-3-months-february-2024-04-16/
Quick Glance: Rising Real Earnings Growth Raises Concerns at Bank of England
- An unexpectedly weaker decline in the pace of wage increases has led to real earnings growth reaching its highest level in nearly two and a half years when considering inflation, according to the latest official data.
- Recent official figures indicate that average regular pay without bonuses was at 6% in the three months to February compared to the previous year.
- The broader ONS statistics revealed an increase in the UK's unemployment rate from 3.9% to 4.2%, with caution due to ongoing efforts to enhance the reliability of employment data.
- The forthcoming inflation data expected on Wednesday is likely to demonstrate further progress towards the Bank's objectives and the potential for a decrease from the current 5.25% interest rate.
Action is needed on the Grand Hotel and its potential to drag Scarborough down - Andrew Vine
yorkshirepost.co.uk/news/opinion/columnists/action-is-needed-on-the-grand-hotel-and-its-potential-to-drag-scarborough-down-andrew-vine-4590792
Hours of snow to freeze UK this week in Arctic April plunge: Another Arctic April plunge will deep freeze parts of the UK
examinerlive.co.uk/news/uk-world-news/hours-snow-freeze-uk-week-29002875
Met Office speaks out over date first heatwave of 2024 will scorch UK: It comes after three days of 21.5C in parts of England last weekend.
birminghammail.co.uk/news/midlands-news/met-office-speaks-out-over-29006035
UK faces April sizzler with temperatures jumping 19C across English cities: After a Polar and Arctic blast, a huge shift in weather is expected according to new ...
birminghammail.co.uk/news/midlands-news/uk-faces-april-sizzler-temperatures-29002857
Three killed and one fighting for life in horror crash at Brent Cross shopping centre
independent.co.uk/news/uk/home-news/brent-cross-crash-accident-today-b2528798.html
Tesco make major Clubcard change after legal battle with Lidl: Tesco has been embroiled in a court row with the German discounter over its customer loyalty ...
walesonline.co.uk/whats-on/shopping/tesco-make-major-clubcard-change-29002616
Just Stop Oil protester who scaled M25 gantry sparking Heathrow disruption says she'd do it again
standard.co.uk/news/london/just-stop-oil-protest-m25-heathrow-cressida-gethin-b1151683.html
Almost 3,000 elderly patients waited 24 hours in A&E in 2023: The figure is 742 times higher than those for five years ago
leicestermercury.co.uk/news/leicester-news/almost-3000-elderly-leicester-patients-9219144
‘Tornado’ hits town in UK as Met Office issues severe wind warning: The ‘tornado’ left debris scattered across streets in Newcastle-under-Lyme, Staffordshire ...
independent.co.uk/weather/tornado-weather-warning-uk-met-office-staffordshire-b2528948.html
'Obvious' Sydney killer targeted women - Australian police: Joel Cauchi, 40, fatally stabbed six people in a crowded Sydney shopping centre on Saturday.
bbc.com/news/world-68814395
Quick Glance: Bondi Junction Shopping Centre Stabbing Victims
- Faraz Tahir, 30, fatally stabbed while working as a security guard by Joel Cauchi, 40.
- Five women and one man were killed, including Tahir, 30.
- Victims identified include Faraz Tahir, Ashlee Good, Dawn Singleton, and Jade Young.
- Three individuals remain critical, eight are stable, and one victim has been discharged.
Pupils sent home in school uniform row as trust brings in new rules: Parents have blasted the new rules as 'outrageous'
manchestereveningnews.co.uk/news/greater-manchester-news/pupils-sent-home-school-uniform-29006488
Global mining investment too low to support energy transition, Rio Tinto chairman says
reuters.com/sustainability/climate-energy/global-mining-investment-too-low-support-energy-transition-rio-tinto-chairman-2024-04-15/
‘Tornado’ hits town in UK as Met Office issues severe wind warning: The ‘tornado’ left debris scattered across streets in Newcastle-under-Lyme, Staffordshire ...
independent.co.uk/weather/tornado-weather-warning-uk-met-office-staffordshire-b2528948.html
Iran defends attacks and threatens Israel: According to Tehran, the attack on Israel was a one-off retaliatory action on a "limited scale". At the same time ...
tagesschau.de/ausland/iran-angriff-israel-102.html
Huge chunk of UK to be hit by winds up to 55mph for 15 hours: The Met Office said Monday will be the wettest day of the week.
metro.co.uk/2024/04/15/heavy-winds-rain-will-drench-uk-drier-weather-isnt-far-away-20646678/
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