Global Markets Rally After Trump Postpones Iran Strikes
Global markets rally after Trump postpones Iran strikes; oil falls 10%, European stocks rebound, FTSE 100 closes slightly lower.
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Reeves Responds to Spring Forecast as Energy Prices Surge
Reeves responds to OBR spring forecast as energy prices surge amid Middle East conflict; FTSE 100 falls sharply; Reach shares slump on Google traffic decline.
Germany Bans Sick Leave Without Doctor's Note from Day One
Germany mandates sick notes from day one under Friedrich Merz's plan to cut high absenteeism, with unions and doctors warning of distrust and GP overload.
Harpenden Named UK's Best High Street in New Ranking
Harpenden tops Savills' list of best UK high streets, offering a thriving independent scene, strong community, and high education levels.
Woman Opens Missguided Parcel from 10 Years Ago, Finds Expired Coupon and Vintage Fashion
Jess opens a Missguided parcel from 2016, finding expired coupon and vintage clothes, sparking social media buzz.
British Gas Engineer Shares Simple Fix for Common Boiler Problem
British Gas reports surge in low boiler pressure callouts; engineer shares simple DIY fix.
Honda Recalls 46,000 Civics Over Wheel Safety Concerns
Honda recalls 46,000 Civics in UK over wheel safety concerns. Owners urged to contact dealers for free inspection.
Record Number of UK Residents in 'Very Deep Poverty', Analysis Shows
Record 6.8 million people in UK live in 'very deep poverty', with incomes failing to cover basics, JRF analysis shows.
Government Rejects Calls to Exempt State Pension from Income Tax
Government rejects petition to exempt State Pension from income tax, citing cost and fiscal challenges.
Manchester Airport's New Lounge with UK's First Carvery
Manchester Airport's new premium lounge, The Executive by Escape Lounges, offers the UK's first airport carvery, live cooking, and five distinct dining areas in Terminal 2.
Kobo Libra Colour: Kindle Rival with Over £300 Savings
The Kobo Libra Colour offers handwriting and colour screen for £239.99, over £300 cheaper than Kindle Scribe Colorsoft, with 32GB storage, waterproof design, and StoryGraph integration.
Basra Oil Facility Hit in Drone Attack Amid Iran Conflict
Drone strikes hit Basra oil facility and Baghdad airport amid Iran conflict; US approves munitions sale to Israel; Australia works to repatriate citizens.
Wall Street Boss Warns Hong Kong Financial Hub In Decline
Money is leaving Hong Kong as China tightens control, threatening its status as a financial hub, with US$5bn exiting last year.
Asda Hires Autistic Volunteer Let Go by Waitrose After Asking for Paid Work
Autistic volunteer Tom Boyd, let go by Waitrose after seeking paid work, lands job at Asda amid public backlash.
Courier Collapse Causes Weeks of Parcel Delays in Oxford
Pedal and Post collapse causes weeks of parcel delays in Oxford; Evri apologises to affected customers.
BrewDog Closes 38 Bars, 484 Jobs Lost in Tilray Deal
BrewDog closes 38 bars and cuts 484 jobs after £33m Tilray takeover, leaving crowdfund investors with no returns.
Cruise Expert Reveals Five Banned Items To Leave At Home
Cruise expert Will Sarson reveals five items to leave at home: alcohol, irons, candles, CBD oil, and pets, to avoid confiscation and ensure a smooth trip.
UK inflation rises to 3.3% amid biggest jump in fuel prices in more than three years
UK inflation hits 3.3% in March as Iran war drives biggest fuel price jump in over three years, with petrol and diesel costs soaring.
Family's £4k Turkish Holiday Nightmare: Child Slept on Floor
Mum claims £4k Turkish holiday turned into nightmare with dirty room, child sleeping on floor, and poor compensation.
UK Household Savings Fall to Record Low, Raising Debt Fears
UK household savings fell to a record low of 3.3% in Q4 2016, raising fears of a consumer debt crisis as disposable income also declined.
More UK Couples Opt for Relationship 'Gap Years' to Strengthen Bonds
More UK couples are taking planned time apart in 'relationship gap years' to pursue personal interests and strengthen their marriages.
Jet2 Flight Diverts to Portugal After Co-Pilot Falls Ill
Jet2 flight LS1202 from Lanzarote to Birmingham diverted to Faro after co-pilot fell ill, triggering a code red alert. 194 passengers awaited replacement.
Explosion at US Steel Plant in Pennsylvania Kills Two, Injures 10
Explosion at US Steel's Clairton Coke Works kills two workers and injures 10, prompting rescue operation and raising safety concerns.
Cornwall Shed Once Home to Author Catrina Davies to Be Auctioned for £100k
Author Catrina Davies' Cornwall shed, subject of her book Homesick, to be auctioned for up to £100k.
British Pensioner Found Alive in Tenerife Ravine After 30 Hours
British pensioner Susan Hornsby, 76, found alive in a Tenerife ravine 30 hours after going missing on a walk. Airlifted to hospital.
Oil Prices Retreat and Markets Recover After Iran Signals End to Military Operations
Oil prices fall back and markets recover after Iran announces end of military operations against Israel, while UK stocks close slightly higher.
Car Plunges onto Cornwall Train Tracks After Crash
A driver lost control and crashed through a fence, landing a car on train tracks near St Ives, Cornwall. The line was closed for hours, causing major disruption until 5pm.
Holiday Hire Car Photo Tip Could Save You Thousands
Taking photos of your rental car before driving away can prevent unfair damage charges. Half of drivers fear being blamed for pre-existing damage, and one in ten have been overcharged.
IMF Backs Reeves as Starmer Faces Leadership Challenge
IMF urges UK to cut borrowing amid leadership uncertainty, upgrades growth forecasts and backs Reeves' fiscal plan.
Lorry Bursts Into Flames on A1 as Tyres Fly 30 Feet High
A lorry burst into flames on the A1 after a crash, with tyres flying 30 feet high. Emergency services closed the road; driver escaped shaken but uninjured.
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