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Greggs Shock: Bakery Giant Closes Multiple Stores

High street bakery titan Greggs has abruptly closed several of its stores, leaving staff and customers reeling. The sudden move, attributed to a 'number of factors', has sparked concern for the future of other locations.

CDC official grilled over 'absurd' COVID school guidance

A tense US Senate hearing saw CDC official Susan Monarez face fierce criticism from Republican Senator John Kennedy over the agency's controversial and 'non-scientific' school closure policies during the pandemic.

Boy, 5, in coma with brain injury after Texas school incident

Kason Heniser, a five-year-old boy, is fighting for his life with a catastrophic brain injury after a shocking incident involving a staff member at his Texas elementary school. His family demands answers as the school district and police investigate.

Autumn 2025 Bank Closures: Full List of Shutting Branches

Exclusive: Major UK banks including Barclays, Lloyds, and HSBC announce a fresh wave of branch closures for Autumn 2025, leaving communities without vital local banking services and raising concerns about financial exclusion.

Teachers' fury over 'Nando's-style' school food ratings

The Department for Education's new 'simplified' food rating system, likened to a Nando's heat scale, has been slammed by educators and unions as a 'slap in the face' that ignores the real crisis in school funding and meal quality.

UK Banks Axe 74 Branches in Six Weeks

Major UK banks are accelerating branch closures, shutting down 74 locations across England, Scotland, and Wales in a devastating six-week blow to local communities and the elderly.

Lloyds Bank to Close 45 Branches in 2025

Lloyds Banking Group announces the closure of 45 Lloyds and Halifax branches across England and Wales in 2025, citing a dramatic shift to digital banking. Discover if your local branch is affected.

Pakistan's 52°C Heatwave Sparks National Emergency

Pakistan declares a state of emergency and shuts schools nationwide as a severe heatwave, with temperatures hitting 52°C, grips the country, exacerbating a power crisis and raising health fears.

Texas Student's Skull Fractured in School Attack

Shocking details emerge from a brutal assault at a Texas middle school that left a 13-year-old boy with a fractured skull, prompting a police investigation and widespread outrage.

M&S School Jumper 11-Pack slashed to £22

Parents can make huge savings on school uniforms as Marks & Spencer launches an incredible deal on an 11-pack of mixed school jumpers, perfect for the new term.

Halifax to Shut 13 Branches in UK Shake-Up

Halifax confirms 13 more bank branches will permanently close by early 2025, dealing another blow to the UK's struggling high streets. See the full list of affected locations and dates.

Mum slams school for cancelling meat options in canteen

A concerned mother has publicly criticised her child's school after it unexpectedly removed all meat-based meals from its canteen menu. The decision, part of a new sustainability initiative, has left many students struggling to find appealing food options

Deadly Snake Found in Australian School Classroom

Primary school students in Australia made a shocking and unexpected discovery when a highly venomous eastern brown snake, one of the world's deadliest reptiles, was found hiding in their classroom, leading to an urgent lockdown and a dramatic wildlife res

Poundland Shuts 11 More Stores: Full Closure List Revealed

Poundland confirms 11 additional UK stores are set to close permanently in 2024, following a strategic review by parent company Pepco. Discover the full list of affected locations and what it means for the high street.

NatWest to Shut 55 UK Bank Branches in 2024

NatWest Group has confirmed it will shut down 55 of its high street branches across the UK in 2024, citing a major shift towards online and mobile banking. This move impacts communities from London to rural Scotland.

Heroic Staff Thwarts Minneapolis School Shooter

A potential tragedy was averted at Roosevelt High School in Minneapolis when a quick-thinking staff member disarmed a 15-year-old student who opened fire inside the building. The incident, which left the suspect injured, has reignited urgent debates on US

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