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UK sees seven consecutive days of Channel crossings as migration surges - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Britain recorded seven consecutive days of small boat crossings in March 2026, with 1,200 migrants arriving and 3,409 total for the year, despite new government immigration measures.
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35 minutes ago

British Airways cancels flights to Dubai, Abu Dhabi and several other Middle East hubs

British Airways cancels flights to multiple Middle East destinations until late March due to airspace instability and regional uncertainty.
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fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 hour ago

Churchill and Austen to be replaced on UK new banknotes by wildlife

The Bank of England will replace historical figures with UK wildlife imagery on its next banknote series, chosen through public consultation where wildlife received 60% of votes.
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BBC axes LGBTQ+ dating shows I Kissed A Boy/Girl due to 'funding challenges'

We are exceptionally proud of I Kissed A Boy/ Girl, the UK's first dating show for the LGBTQ+ community. We would like to thank our fabulous cupid Dannii Minogue and the entire team at Twofour for bringing the series to screen. Unfortunately, we have to make difficult choices in light of our funding challenges and there are no current plans for the show to return.
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fromwww.independent.co.uk
10 hours ago

Boost for renters as market at best for six years'

Rent price growth has slowed to 1.9% annually from 2.8%, driven by increased rental property supply, though London remains expensive due to supply constraints.
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fromwww.independent.co.uk
11 hours ago

Single UK ticket-holder wins 181 million jackpot in EuroMillions draw

A UK EuroMillions ticket holder won £181 million, the third largest National Lottery prize in British history, by matching all five main numbers and both Lucky Star numbers.
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fromIndependent
4 hours ago

Seizures of high-powered e-scooters and scramblers spike, but no crackdown on shops selling illegal vehicles

Garda seizures of illegal high-powered e-scooters and similar vehicles have increased significantly, yet no state agency is enforcing regulations against retailers openly selling these dangerously overpowered vehicles despite medical warnings of serious injuries.
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fromwww.independent.co.uk
16 hours ago

Black people are 48 times more likely to be stopped by police' in these London areas

Black people in affluent London areas face disproportionately higher police stop and search rates, up to 48 times more likely than white people, with inconsistent stated reasons for searches.
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fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 day ago

Why more drivers are hitting hidden' potholes on UK roads

Pothole-related incidents surged in early 2025 due to heavy rainfall concealing road damage, with February reports reaching 3.5 times the previous year's level.
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fromwww.independent.co.uk
23 hours ago

Snow for some as winter weather returns to UK this week

UK temperatures will drop this week with snow possible in Scottish mountains after record warmth on March 5 when parts of the country exceeded Barcelona's temperatures.
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fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 day ago

Water firms prevented from increasing bills as much as they wanted

UK's competition watchdog significantly reduced water company revenue increases, limiting five major firms to £463 million instead of £2.7 billion sought, resulting in 2.2% bill increases for customers.
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fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 day ago

Residents face shock 100 fines from Waitrose just for driving home

Residents in a Dorset town face unexpected £100 fines for driving to their homes after ANPR cameras at a Waitrose car park misidentify them as overstayers.
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1 day ago

Social media giants must do more to stamp out scam ads

AI-driven fake advertising on social media platforms costs UK consumers and payment providers millions annually, with scam ad impressions projected to nearly triple by 2030 while social media platforms profit significantly from this fraudulent activity.
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23 hours ago

Global turmoil to hit growth and push up inflation - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

UK GDP growth remains weak at 1.0% in 2026, driven by services sector while construction and manufacturing contract, with business investment stalling and unemployment rising to 5.5%.
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fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 day ago

Coin used to pay for bus in Leeds found to be 2,000 years old

A 2,000-year-old Carthaginian coin from 1st century BC Spain was discovered in Leeds after being used as a bus fare in the 1950s and preserved for over 70 years.
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23 hours ago

UK to introduce 2.20 flat-rate Vaping Products Duty from October 2026 - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

The UK will introduce a Vaping Products Duty of £2.20 per 10ml of nicotine vape liquid from October 2026, projected to raise £2.4 billion annually while maintaining smoking cessation incentives.
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fromwww.independent.co.uk
19 hours ago

Man avoids prison despite being caught with more AI child sex images

A sex offender received an additional community order for possessing AI-generated child sexual abuse images after narrowly avoiding prison on his suspended sentence.
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18 hours ago

OBR warns Middle East war could push UK inflation higher - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Middle East conflict could increase UK inflation by one percentage point by year-end, with oil prices up 20% and gas prices up 50%, potentially raising inflation to 3% instead of the expected 2%.
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fromwww.independent.co.uk
18 hours ago

Man covers himself in bedsheet before attacking ex-colleague

A man wearing a bedsheet attacked his ex-colleague with an iron bar at their workplace, fracturing their skull, before being arrested at Heathrow Airport and sentenced to four and a half years in prison.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
20 hours ago

Ex-Syrian colonel appears in UK court on charges of crimes against humanity

A former Syrian colonel faces crimes against humanity charges in England and Wales for alleged torture and murder during Syria's 2011 pro-democracy crackdown.
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fromwww.bbc.com
3 days ago

Man charged with murder after man, 82, found dead

A 53-year-old man was charged with murder following the death of an 82-year-old man discovered at a West Hampstead residence in north London.
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3 days ago

Man charged with murder after man, 82, found dead

A 53-year-old man was charged with murder following the death of an 82-year-old man discovered at a West Hampstead residence in north London.
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fromIndependent
1 day ago
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Natalie McNally's ex-partner 'wiped phone due to enormous bag of weed in his house', trial hears

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Natalie McNally's ex-partner 'wiped phone due to enormous bag of weed in his house', trial hears

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17 hours ago
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Murder accused Adam Corcoran was kneeling and sobbing by bloodied body of young mothe Daena Walsh in burning flat, court hears

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17 hours ago
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Murder accused Adam Corcoran was kneeling and sobbing by bloodied body of young mother Daena Walsh in burning flat, court hears

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17 hours ago
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Murder accused Adam Corcoran was kneeling and sobbing by bloodied body of young mothe Daena Walsh in burning flat, court hears

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Murder accused Adam Corcoran was kneeling and sobbing by bloodied body of young mother Daena Walsh in burning flat, court hears

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1 day ago

UK holds barely a day and a half of winter demand in storage - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Britain faces critical energy vulnerability with only 1.5 days of winter gas demand in storage, leaving it exposed to global supply disruptions amid Middle East tensions.
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1 day ago

UK holds barely a day and a half of winter demand in storage - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Britain faces critical energy vulnerability with only 1.5 days of winter gas demand in storage, leaving it exposed to global supply disruptions amid Middle East tensions.
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fromwww.independent.co.uk
19 hours ago

Using public money to tackle soaring oil prices not the solution'

Chancellor Rachel Reeves refuses public funding to address heating oil price increases, instead requesting the Competition and Markets Authority investigate potential price gouging affecting 1.5 million UK households.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
19 hours ago

Tiny UK island's residents first in line to watch rocket launches

SaxaVord Spaceport on Unst is gearing up for its inaugural test launch in the coming months, featuring a rocket developed by German firm RFA. The Shetland Islands facility has confirmed a limited number of viewing passes for a designated remote area, which will first be offered to Unst's approximately 600 inhabitants.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

Britain's job market floundering' as companies remain cautious about hiring

Britain's jobs market remains weak with hiring demand stagnant, unemployment rising to five-year highs, and limited near-term recovery prospects despite some business output improvements.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

Britain's job market floundering' as companies remain cautious about hiring

Britain's jobs market remains weak with hiring demand stagnant, unemployment rising to five-year highs, and limited near-term recovery prospects despite some business output improvements.
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20 hours ago

Shared Rural Network scheme hits mast upgrade milestone in Wales | Computer Weekly

The UK government activated 50 mast upgrades in Wales through the Shared Rural Network programme, providing 4G coverage from all four mobile operators across 3,477km of roads.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
22 hours ago

Pensioner faces court action over walkway built for disabled wife

Ross Drysdale, 73, constructed the sheltered walkway at his Christchurch bungalow in October 2024, aiming to provide his wife, Victoria, with greater independence following a severe stroke. Mr Drysdale was informed by a building inspector that the structure conformed with Building Regulations, but did not secure planning permission.
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1 day ago

Royal Mail faces scrutiny as 219 million letters arrive late despite rising stamp prices

Royal Mail faces criticism as approximately 219 million letters are projected to arrive late this year while stamp prices continue rising, with First Class delivery performance significantly below regulatory standards.
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1 day ago

Police officers caught using 'key jammer' WFH hack to go to gym or play golf while 'working'

A total of 28 police officers, staff and contractors faced misconduct proceedings following the probe, as the anti-corruption unit found that there was 'abnormal key stroke behaviour' on GMP-issued devices. Key-jamming can involve items being left on a computer keypad or the device being manipulated to make someone appear to be active at work.
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21 hours ago

Docklands bombing victim says he believes Gerry Adams played 'major part' in IRA

Three bombing victims are suing former Sinn Féin president Gerry Adams for £1 in damages, alleging he was a leading Provisional IRA member responsible for attacks that killed and injured numerous people.
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fromwww.independent.co.uk
16 hours ago

We've got our Cheltenham back': Crowds give new-look festival seal of approval

The Cheltenham Festival returned to strong attendance with over 57,000 racegoers on opening day, up three percent from the previous year, with implemented capacity caps and venue redesigns improving the experience.
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fromwww.independent.co.uk
21 hours ago

Midwifery expert to chair independent inquiry into maternity failures

Senior midwife Donna Ockenden appointed to lead independent inquiry into maternity failures at Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust following preventable deaths of babies and mothers.
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fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 day ago

Greedy' Made in Chelsea star faces 2m bill after losing inheritance fight

A Made in Chelsea star lost an inheritance court battle and faces a £2 million legal bill after unsuccessfully claiming £5 million from his mother's ex-partner's £38 million estate.
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fromwww.independent.co.uk
22 hours ago

Hungary's Orban orders authorities to hold some $82 million in seized Ukrainian cash and gold

Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban ordered a 60-day hold on seized Ukrainian cash and gold worth approximately $122 million, citing suspected money laundering while his tax authority investigates.
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fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 day ago

Police Federation boss suspended following arrest on suspicion of corruption

The Police Federation of England and Wales' chief executive was suspended following arrest on corruption suspicion, with City of London Police investigating fraud allegations against three individuals connected to the organization.
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fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 day ago

Man City to face Liverpool in blockbuster FA Cup quarter-final as draw revealed

FA Cup quarter-finals draw features Manchester City hosting Liverpool, Arsenal traveling to Southampton, Port Vale visiting Chelsea, and the Brentford/West Ham winner facing Leeds United.
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fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 days ago

1.7m UK homes facing soaring bills as heating oil costs double in a week

Heating oil prices in the UK have more than doubled in a week due to Middle East crisis disruptions affecting supply lines and energy markets.
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fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 days ago

Passengers warned of major disruption after Glasgow Central fire

A major fire at a vape shop near Glasgow Central railway station has caused complete closure of Scotland's busiest station with extensive travel disruption expected throughout Monday and beyond.
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fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 day ago

Cheltenham trainer faces prospect of prison sentence after attack on dog-walker

A horse trainer was convicted of assaulting a dog walker with a hockey stick, causing a fractured arm, with sentencing postponed until after the Cheltenham Festival.
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1 day ago
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2 big UK car associations are telling drivers to ditch non-essential journeys as oil soars above $100 a barrel

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fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 days ago

What it means for your money as the price of oil surges past $100

Oil prices surged above $106, a 37% increase in one week, with widespread economic impacts on energy bills, manufacturing, transport, and food costs across all sectors.
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1 day ago
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2 big UK car associations are telling drivers to ditch non-essential journeys as oil soars above $100 a barrel

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fromwww.bbc.com
1 day ago

SEND reforms to 'strip away' children's legal protections, charity says

Government SEND reforms risk weakening legal protections for children with disabilities by replacing enforceable EHCPs with less robust Individual Support Plans tied to funding bands rather than individual needs.
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1 day ago

'Sickening' - Elon Musk's Grok facing action from UK government after disgusting Diogo Jota & Munich air disaster AI creations | Goal.com US

X faces criticism for allowing Grok to spread Hillsborough disaster misinformation at scale, prompting regulatory scrutiny under the Online Safety Act.
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fromBusiness Matters
2 days ago

The Business Behind the Bet: How UK Online Gambling Became a Sixteen Billion Pound Industry

UK remote gambling revenue reached £7.8 billion in 2024-25, growing 13.1% annually, while remote gaming duty will nearly double from 21% to 40% in April 2026, fundamentally reshaping operator economics.
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fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 day ago

Wales want Tottenham star to switch allegiance from England

Wales pursues Tottenham defender Ashley Phillips to represent their national team instead of England, leveraging his Welsh mother and previous U16 representation.
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fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 day ago

UK media biased against Muslims, says group that analysed 40,000 articles

A UK study found 70% of articles about Muslims associate them with negative aspects, with right-wing outlets showing the most severe bias across multiple categories.
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1 day ago

CMA Warns Petrol Stations on Price Changes in UK - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

UK fuel prices surge sharply due to Middle East crisis, with petrol up 5p to 137.5p per litre and diesel up 9p to 151p per litre, driven by global oil price increases and import dependency.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Syrian who fled to UK charged with crimes against humanity over violent crackdown

A former Syrian intelligence officer has been charged with murder and torture as crimes against humanity in England and Wales, marking the first such prosecution under the International Criminal Court Act 2001.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

UK interest rate cuts unlikely this year amid Iran war and a rise could be ahead

UK interest rates are expected to remain at 3.75% through 2026 with potential increases to 4% next June, reversing earlier rate-cut predictions due to geopolitical tensions.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

UK interest rate cuts unlikely this year amid Iran war and a rise could be ahead

UK interest rates are expected to remain at 3.75% through 2026 with potential increases to 4% next June, reversing earlier rate-cut predictions due to geopolitical tensions.
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fromIndependent
2 days ago

'Close Dundon associate' linked to international arms plot after travel document is found in car

A Limerick gangster linked to the Dundon mob was identified through his travel document found in a vehicle used to smuggle military-grade weapons from Europe into the UK.
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1 day ago

Motorists warned to cut 'non-essential journeys' or pay the price - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

The longer this conflict goes on, the more effect it will have on the cost of oil. Any time Brent Crude passes $100 per barrel raises concern across the markets, for the haulage industry and drivers. There will be gradual increases in pump prices, but this shouldn't happen overnight, as fuel has been purchased at previous prices.
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fromwww.bbc.com
1 day ago

HMS Prince of Wales unlikely to head to the Middle East

HMS Prince of Wales aircraft carrier is unlikely to deploy to the Middle East and will instead participate in NATO Arctic exercises, though the government maintains no final deployment decision has been made.
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fromwww.standard.co.uk
2 days ago

94-year-old dies in Hackney crash as police appeal for witnesses

A 94-year-old pedestrian died in Hackney after being struck by a van; the driver remained at the scene and no arrests have been made as investigations continue.
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fromwww.bbc.com
1 day ago

Man who broke stained glass window fined 11,000

Craig Knight, 50, of Waltham Forest, east London, broke into St Anne's Church in Kew, south-west London, while drunk on 10 January, Wimbledon Magistrates' Court heard on Monday. Reverend Canon Dr Giles Fraser said that he saw blood on the church altar and floor, and discovered that two brass candlesticks had been taken.
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fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 days ago

New measures to tackle extremism at universities and in charity sector unveiled

The UK government launched an action plan to combat extremism in universities and charities while promoting social cohesion and shared community values across the nation.
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fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 days ago

Prince William's 2,500-home estate set for approval despite fierce local outrage

A 2,500-home development on Prince William's Duchy of Cornwall estate in Kent faces approval despite significant local opposition over traffic, pollution, and service strain concerns.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Missing money, shipped chips and a 350,000% profit: key takeaways on AI phantom investments'

Major AI computing investments announced by the UK government lack verification mechanisms, formal contracts, and may primarily involve purchasing foreign-made chips rather than genuine economic injection into Britain.
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fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 day ago

Lollipop ladies to wear bodycameras after completely unacceptable' abuse

Suffolk lollipop officers now wear body cameras after experiencing abuse from motorists, with successful prosecutions resulting from a trial program.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 day ago

Teen died after 999 call handler missed signs of cardiac arrest, coroner finds

A teenage footballer who died after collapsing during a match was not given CPR because a 999 call handler and those present did not recognise the signs of a cardiac arrest, a coroner has found. Adam Ankers, 17, was playing for the Wycombe Wanderers' Foundation Under-19 team on 31 January 2024 when, towards the end of the second half, he shouted 'my chest is tight' before falling unconscious.
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fromThe i Paper
1 day ago

Ryan Giggs has hit an obscene new low

Ryan Giggs's appointment as ambassador for a betting firm's International Women's Day campaign is inappropriate given his admitted abusive messaging to his ex-partner during his trial.
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fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 days ago

Covid-19 pandemic victims remembered days after inquiry hearings close

The Independent maintains independent journalism without paywalls while covering critical issues like reproductive rights, climate change, and tech accountability, supported by reader donations.
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fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 days ago

Face of mystery man found dead in UK reservoir revealed by police

Police released a facial reconstruction of an unidentified man found in a Welsh reservoir, hoping public recognition will help identify him and determine his death circumstances.
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fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 days ago

Ian Huntley's daughter says murderer's ashes should be flushed down the toilet'

Ian Huntley, convicted murderer of two 10-year-old girls in 2002, died in prison after being attacked by an inmate, and his daughter expressed relief and satisfaction at his death.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

The 49 driller killer': steps to avoid locksmith scams

Rogue locksmiths use bait-and-switch tactics, advertising low prices online then charging 10 times more upon arrival, exploiting vulnerable customers locked out of their homes.
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fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
2 days ago

UK special forces on alert amid a terror threat as the war in Iran widens

UK national security is on high alert due to Iran conflict escalation, with SAS counter-terrorist units deployed to London and terror threat level maintained at 'substantial' amid concerns of Iranian-linked attacks.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

ChatGPT driving rise in reports of satanic' organised ritual abuse, UK experts say

ChatGPT is facilitating increased reports of organised ritual abuse in the UK, with survivors using AI as a therapeutic tool to process experiences of satanic sexual violence and seek support services.
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2 days ago

UK Has Only 'Two Days' of Gas: Supply Concerns - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

The UK holds approximately 6,700 gigawatt hours (GWh) of gas in reserve, a significant drop from about 18,000 GWh at the same time last year. This remaining stockpile can only satisfy around 1.5 days of national demand. The UK has a similar amount of liquefied natural gas (LNG) stored, leaving the country highly vulnerable to market disruptions.
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3 days ago

Death of traditional funeral: Brits ditch burials and cremations

UK residents increasingly choose eco-friendly burial alternatives like green burials, aquamation, artificial reefs, and space burial over traditional casket burials and cremations.
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fromwww.bbc.com
2 days ago

Teenage footballer dies during academy match

A 15-year-old Oxford United academy footballer died after collapsing during a match against Fulham on Saturday afternoon.
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2 days ago

HMS Dragon to finally sail for Cyprus as UK bolsters Mediterranean defences - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Britain's Royal Navy faces operational strain deploying advanced destroyers to the Mediterranean amid simultaneous global crises and limited high-end warship availability.
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fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 days ago

Arrests made as protesters clash with police during demonstration

Six people were arrested in Bristol after disorder erupted when pro-nationalist protesters clashed with counter-protesters, requiring police to use batons and mounted units to separate the groups.
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fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 days ago

Boy, 7, dies after being hit by car in early morning crash

A seven-year-old boy died in a car collision on the A38 road in Staffordshire on Saturday morning, with police investigating and appealing for witnesses.
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fromwww.standard.co.uk
4 days ago

Met Police Taskforce officer charged with rape

A Metropolitan Police officer has been charged with rape following an off-duty incident in January 2025, with court appearance scheduled for March 9.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

UK counter-terrorism agents granted more time to question men suspected of spying for Iran

Four men arrested on suspicion of spying for Iran on Jewish community locations and individuals in Britain can be held in custody until 13 March for questioning.
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