Passenger Body-Shamed After Refusing to Give Up Window Seat
Woman refuses to swap window seat, mother body-shames her on flight; daughter apologises for mother's behaviour.
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Portugal’s Quietest Village Has Just One Resident – and He Runs the Local Bar
Talasnal village in Portugal is home to just one resident, Jorge, who runs Bar o Curral. A TikTok video highlights his story and the village's revival.
Arctic Storm Leaves Five Dead and Causes Travel Chaos Across Europe
An Arctic storm brings snow, ice, and freezing temperatures across Europe, causing at least five deaths in France and severe travel disruption in the UK, Netherlands, and elsewhere.
United Airlines warns of 20% fare hike amid Iran war fuel crisis
United Airlines may raise fares by 20% as CEO Scott Kirby warns of fuel cost spike due to Iran war and Strait of Hormuz closure.
Five Simple Winter Hacks to Prevent Ice Delays
Discover five simple hacks to prevent ice and frost from delaying your winter mornings, including a cheap household item trick.
James Comey Indicted Over Seashell Post Allegedly Threatening Trump
Former FBI director James Comey indicted over a seashell post reading '86 47', alleged to threaten President Trump. Comey declares innocence.
Four Kitchen Trends That Are Now Officially Outdated, Expert Warns
Kitchen expert Looeeze Grossman reveals four outdated trends—high gloss cupboards, breakfast bars, spotlights, and standalone appliances—that are making homes look dated in 2026.
Vets Ordered to Cap Prescription Fees and Publish Price Lists
UK vets must cap prescription fees at £21, publish price lists, and inform pet owners of cheaper online medicines to increase transparency and competition.
Caretakers of Uninhabited Irish Island Seek Replacements
Caretakers of the Great Blasket Island, off County Kerry, seek successors for a six-month role managing cottages and a cafe on the uninhabited island.
£700m Indoor Ski Resort for Western Sydney Secures Chinese Backing
A £700m indoor ski resort in Penrith, Sydney has secured Chinese backing from BonSki Group, with a 300m Olympic-class slope and 2028 opening.
Australia’s Largest Battery Now on Standby to Prevent NSW Blackouts
Australia's largest battery, Waratah Super Battery, is now on standby to prevent blackouts in NSW by stabilising the grid and reducing electricity prices.
Victoria Beckham Beauty Unveils New Shade of 'Holy Grail' Non-Sticky Lip Gloss
Victoria Beckham Beauty launches Posh Gloss in Cabana, a non-sticky lip gloss with nourishing ingredients. Fans call it a 'holy grail' product.
Costa Coffee Losses Double to £13.5m as UK Hits ‘Peak Costa’
Costa Coffee losses double to £13.5m in 2024 amid competition from cheaper rivals and independent cafes, with analysts suggesting 'peak Costa' has been reached.
Froot Loops Tops US Cereal Rankings in 13 States
Froot Loops is America's favourite cereal in 13 states, but sales are falling amid health concerns. Kellogg's and General Mills pledge to remove artificial dyes by 2027.
British explorer aims to be first to visit all eight poles of inaccessibility
British explorer Chris Brown aims to be first to visit all eight poles of inaccessibility, having completed five so far. Next target: Point Nemo.
Dusk's Rechargeable Lamp Now £19.50 in Black Friday Double Discount Deal
Dusk's Helena rechargeable lamp now £19.50 in Black Friday sale. Wireless, dimmable, warm glow. 4.95 stars. Use code BF25 for extra 25% off.
Supermarket Origin Labelling 'Misleading', Which? Investigation Finds
Which? investigation finds misleading or absent origin labels on supermarket fruit, veg and meat, confusing shoppers wanting to know where food comes from.
Over 15,000 Takeaways and Restaurants Fail Food Hygiene Inspections in UK
Almost 30,000 food businesses fail hygiene checks; takeaways worst with one in seven failing.
Pilot Was Slumped Over Before Virginia Plane Crash, Reports Say
Pilot of crashed Virginia plane was seen slumped over; fighter jets intercepted after airspace breach. Four dead, including owner's family. Hypoxia suspected.
Robot Slicers and Smart Kitchens: GDK's Strategy for Survival
German Doner Kebab uses robot slicers and smart kitchen tech to cut costs and boost productivity, aiming for 25 new UK sites in 2025.
Topps Tiles closing down sale at Cheam branch
Topps Tiles has launched a closing down sale at its Cheam store, the latest of 23 planned closures. Eight branches have already shut, with managers citing geopolitical instability and inflation.
British Tourists Among Stranded as Floods Hit Crete
One dead, two missing on Crete after flash floods; British tourists among stranded. Gorges closed, state of emergency.
SoftBank Invests $2bn in Intel Amid Reports of US Government Stake Consideration
SoftBank invests $2bn in Intel; US government considers stake as chip maker seeks turnaround.
Albanese Resists Gas Export Tax Amid Japanese Pressure, Domestic Calls
Australia PM Albanese avoids gas export tax to protect ties with Japan, but faces union and political pressure for action.
Disneyland to End Early Park Entry for Hotel Guests from 2026
Disneyland Resort will end Early Theme Park Entry for hotel guests from Jan 2026, replacing it with a free Lightning Lane Multi Pass per stay.
Primark Owner AB Foods Warns on Profit as Sales Slump in Europe
AB Foods warns annual profit will fall as Primark discounts hit margins and US demand weakens; CMA fast-tracks Hovis deal probe.
Nationwide warns customers to cash £50 Thank You cheques by January 1
Nationwide warns customers with £50 Thank You cheques to deposit by January 1 or lose the money. Deadline applies to cheques from Virgin Money acquisition payout.
American Woman Missing After Falling Overboard in Bahamas
American woman missing in Bahamas after falling overboard during dinghy trip with husband; search underway.
US Businesses Demand Refunds After Supreme Court Strikes Down Trump Tariffs
American business groups call for swift return of $133bn in tariffs after Supreme Court ruling, but refunds may take years due to legal complexities.
Homelessness Minister Resigns Over Eviction Row
Rushanara Ali quit as homelessness minister after evicting tenants from her London property and re-letting at a higher rent, sparking hypocrisy accusations.
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