Thai Model Found Dead on River Kwai After Night Out
A 30-year-old model was found dead floating on a raft on the River Kwai in Thailand, with police launching an investigation after no visible signs of assault were found.
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National Trust cafes may stop homemade scones as job cuts loom
National Trust proposes cutting 550 jobs, affecting homemade scones in some cafes due to rising costs from NI and living wage increases.
Reed Hastings Steps Down From Netflix Board In June
Netflix co-founder Reed Hastings will step down from the board in June, focusing on new ventures. Jay Hoag elected chairman.
Billionaire B&M CEO Simon Arora to Retire After 18 Years
B&M CEO Simon Arora retires after 18 years, having transformed the chain from 21 stores to a FTSE 100 giant with 1,100 shops.
Man Utd transfer boost: Carrick gets £51m timeline lift
Manchester United are progressing on transfer targets, with Roma needing to sell Manu Kone and United battling Everton for Jonathan Rowe.
Four in five Britons fear Iran conflict will push up food prices, poll finds
Poll finds 80% of Britons worried about food price rises from Iran war; retailers urge government to cut energy costs as food inflation is forecast to hit 7%.
Spain's Housing Crisis: Madrid and Barcelona Diverge on Solutions
Spain's housing crisis sees contrasting approaches: Madrid deregulates to attract investors, while Barcelona strengthens social housing. Outcomes will shape Europe.
Self-employed fathers join ‘Dad strike’ over UK’s ‘rubbish’ paternity leave
Self-employed fathers join world-first 'Dad strike' in London on 11 June to protest UK's least generous paternity leave in Europe, demanding better statutory pay and rights.
Mum Loses £820 Holiday After EasyJet Refuses Boarding Over Passport Tear
Donna Fairclough lost her £820 holiday after EasyJet refused boarding due to a passport tear at Manchester Airport.
Moonlight Peaches Recalled in UK Over Listeria Fears
Moonlight Companies recalls California peaches sold nationwide Sept-Oct 2025 due to Listeria risk. No illnesses reported.
Royal Mail Pledges £500m to Improve Postal Delivery Performance
Royal Mail announces £500m investment and new delivery targets, including scrapping Saturday second-class post, to meet Ofcom requirements.
Trump and von der Leyen announce US-EU trade deal
Trump and von der Leyen announce a US-EU trade deal after talks at Turnberry, imposing a 15% baseline tariff and averting a trade war.
UK inflation falls to 3.2%, paving way for Bank of England rate cut
UK inflation dropped to 3.2% in November, boosting chances of a Bank of England rate cut. Food prices and Black Friday discounts drove the decline.
Lidl Offers Finder’s Fee for New Store Sites in Expansion Push
Lidl offers finder's fee of 1.5% of freehold or 10% of first year's rent for new store sites, targeting 1,100 sites by 2025.
Molly Rainford stuns in blue dress at Kisstory festival
EastEnders star Molly Rainford led celebrity arrivals at Kisstory on Blackheath, wearing a figure-hugging blue dress alongside boyfriend Tyler West.
Shell Profits Down but Announces $3.5bn Share Buyback
Shell reports $7.7bn Q1 profits, launches $3.5bn buyback, faces shareholder climate resolution at AGM.
Costco recalls Kirkland prosecco over risk of glass shattering
Costco recalls Kirkland Signature Prosecco due to bottles shattering risk. Customers told not to return but to dispose safely.
Beefeater closes all 106 UK restaurants on Sept 10
Beefeater will shut all 106 remaining UK restaurants on September 10, 2026, as parent Whitbread blames government costs and shifts focus to Premier Inn.
Lidl and Iceland ads first banned under new UK junk food rules
Lidl and Iceland become first companies to have ads banned under new UK rules restricting promotion of high fat, salt and sugar foods.
Best dressed at Newcastle Ladies Day 2026 in 75 pictures
A collection of 75 fantastic pictures showcases the best dressed attendees at Ladies Day 2026 at Newcastle Racecourse, with style and glamour on display.
Retailers Warn Reeves That Tax Hikes Will Force Price Rises
UK retailers warn Rachel Reeves that tax rises in the autumn budget could force price increases, hitting households and the economy.
UK families waste £283 yearly on uneaten food
New research reveals UK cities with highest food waste, with Glasgow families wasting £369 on average annually, while Bristol wastes £198.
Man, 60s, hospitalised after motorbike crash in Timperley
A man in his 60s suffered potentially life-changing injuries in a crash between a motorbike and a parked car on Wood Lane, Timperley, on Saturday.
Saudi Arabia's Line Megacity Faces Major Downsizing
Plans for Saudi Arabia's 105-mile Line megacity have been scaled back to just 1.5 miles by 2030 amid financial and logistical challenges.
CrossCountry Rail Strikes Disrupt Bank Holiday Travel
RMT strike on Saturday and bank holiday Monday means no CrossCountry services on Saturday, limited timetable on Monday, and disruption for travellers.
Jeremy Clarkson stranded by Volvo ES90 lockout
Jeremy Clarkson calls the Volvo ES90 the 'stupidest car' he has ever driven after it locked him out, criticising its touchscreen controls and credit-card key.
Trump Targets UK and EU Allies With Tariffs Over Greenland Row
Trump announces 10% tariffs on UK and six EU states from 1 February over Greenland opposition, sparking condemnation from European leaders and protests.
Shoppers shocked as supermarkets' online prices jump after ordering
Shoppers face surprise price hikes after checkout at major UK supermarkets due to 'guide prices' that can change before delivery.
Burnham Vows to Defend UK National Interest with Trump
Prime Minister Andy Burnham vows to put UK interests first in dealings with Donald Trump, potentially disagreeing with the US president. They spoke on the phone Monday.
Thousands Miss Out on £144m in Unclaimed Tax Refunds
Over 178,000 UK taxpayers have failed to cash HMRC cheques, leaving £144 million in unclaimed tax refunds, averaging £800 each.
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