Apple Maps renames Lake Ontario to 'Lake America' for US users
Apple has renamed Lake Ontario to 'Lake America' for US users of its Maps app, following Trump's executive order amid trade tensions with Canada.
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Salford councillor to challenge greenbelt housing approval
A Salford councillor plans a judicial review of the approval of 282 homes on former greenbelt land near RHS Bridgewater, with over £14,000 raised toward legal costs.
Two-day London Marathon 2027 disruption concerns raised
Next April's two-day London Marathon could disrupt businesses and residents along the route, with calls for clearer communication and support from organisers.
Trump $1 coin: legal tender, depending on what you mean by legal
The US government releases a $1 coin bearing Donald Trump's image, despite laws and tradition barring living people from currency. Scholars say it should be illegal, but it's happening anyway.
Parents Praise £42 Storage Tower for Tidy Kids' Bedrooms
The Range's Really Useful Drawer Towers, from £42.99, help organise kids' bedrooms. Parents say they are 'excellent' and 'outstanding' for keeping school clutter at bay.
FTSE 100 falls as oil prices and bond yields weigh on sentiment
London stocks fell on Wednesday as elevated oil prices and bond yields pushed investors to the sidelines, with looming US jobs data adding to the cautious mood.
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Everton's transfer shambles leaves Moyes with weaker squad
Everton's deadline-day chaos left David Moyes with a smaller squad and one striker, making Angus Kinnear's European ambitions laughable, writes Andy Dunn.
Wigan's Wallgate building set to become new pub
The OV Group has applied to convert 25 Wallgate in Wigan from a recruitment agency into a licensed bar with accommodation above, following a heritage assessment.
Uber to cut 10% of global workforce in major overhaul
Uber plans to cut about 10% of its global workforce, around 3,300 corporate jobs, as part of a restructuring to create a 'simpler and faster' business.
Asda recalls handbags over 'serious' chemical risk
Asda is recalling three lines of ladies' handbags over a 'serious' chemical risk that may damage the reproductive system, the OPSS said.
M&S brings back fan-favourite festive cookies as shoppers rejoice
Marks & Spencer has brought back its beloved Gingerbread and White Chocolate Cookies, plus other festive treats, with 114 days until Christmas. Shoppers are thrilled.
Guardian Jobs to close as recruitment landscape shifts
Guardian Jobs is closing after decades of matching jobseekers with vacancies, citing a fundamental shift in the UK recruitment landscape and vacancies at their lowest level in five years.
Xabi Alonso Calls Camara as Monaco Chief Warns Chelsea
Chelsea missed out on Lamine Camara on deadline day, with Monaco's sporting director saying he could have even better options soon. Xabi Alonso spoke directly to the midfielder after the collapse.
B&M launches 'two for £20' September sale with mix and match deals
B&M's new 'Any 2 for £20 Electricals' event lets shoppers mix and match tech and gift-friendly items, including LED lights, headphones and heated waist wraps, while stocks last.
Square + Fair opens striking new Cardiff sandwich venue
Square + Fair has opened a new sandwich and coffee bar on Wellfield Road, its second full venue, featuring three new focaccia sandwiches.
Iceland offers year of free fakeaways to biggest fans
Iceland is giving one winner per brand a £585 e-gift card for a year of free fakeaways from TGI Fridays, Toby Carvery, Harry Ramsden's and Las Iguanas.
ASOS Knitted Dress Reduced by 74% to £8.99
ASOS shoppers are rushing to buy a 'cosy' knitted dress now reduced to £8.99 from £35, a 74% discount, with all sizes available in oatmeal.
Vampire devices add £147 to bills as Ofgem cap hits three-year high
UK households could save an average of £147 a year by switching off standby devices, as Ofgem's price cap rises 4% to a three-year high of £1,723.
Five Liverpool exits still possible after transfer deadline
Liverpool could still complete five departures despite the Premier League window closing, with Lewis Koumas, Harvey Davies, Federico Chiesa, Jayden Danns and James McConnell linked with moves abroad.
Dads' unique Southport shop everyone keeps asking about opens
Digz'n Lidz, a remote-controlled experience cafe, has opened in Southport's former Debenhams building, offering miniature construction vehicles for all ages.
State pensioners losing 'significant chunk' of income in stealth tax rise
More than one million state pensioners now pay the higher income tax rate, double the number five years ago, according to a Freedom of Information request by LCP's Steve Webb.
Man Utd outspent by promoted clubs as Carrick left short
Manchester United spent £148.3m this summer, less than all three promoted clubs, leaving Michael Carrick without a new left-back, winger or striker despite a third-place finish.
Free heritage bus rides in Manchester this September
The Museum of Transport is offering free heritage bus tours across two weekends in September as part of the Heritage Open Days festival.
Dunelm Shoppers Praise 'Beautiful Quality' Duvet Set at Half Price
Dunelm's Margo Floral cotton duvet set is reduced from £34 to £17 in the sale, with shoppers praising its quality and value.
DWP clarifies Motability rules for Attendance Allowance
The DWP has twice clarified that Attendance Allowance does not qualify for the Motability Scheme, despite calls from MPs to extend eligibility to the benefit claimed by 1.7 million pensioners.
Banish mattress stains with 8p kitchen staple — no scrubbing
Cornflour, costing about 8p per treatment, absorbs oily residue from sweat and skincare products that cause yellow mattress stains, says interiors specialist Suzanne Hayes.
Bhutan crowned world's quietest country with 25C September temps
Bhutan has been named the world's quietest country by Go2Africa, scoring 89.44 for its low tourism density, vast protected land and 25C September temperatures.
Aldi UK to close all stores for three days over festive period
Aldi has confirmed all UK stores will close on Christmas Day, Boxing Day, and New Year's Day, with reopening on December 27 and January 2.
Savings mistake could cost you £1,775 a year
Leaving £50,000 in a 1% savings account earns about £500 a year, but a 4.55% account would pay £2,275 – a £1,775 difference, new analysis shows.
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