WestJet agent assaults passenger in recording row
A WestJet agent refused boarding, tore up passes & struck a passenger who tried to record the dispute. The airline apologises after a serious internal probe.
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Historic hotel where The Beatles stayed sold for £3m revamp
A historic Scottish hotel, once a stopover for The Beatles, has been bought for a multi-million-pound restoration. The Roman Camp Hotel in Callander will reopen as Thackray House in 2026.
US Private Jobs Fall 32,000 in November
US private payrolls unexpectedly fell by 32,000 in November, the largest drop since March 2023. Economists caution against overreacting to the ADP data. Read the full analysis.
Major US Cheese Recall Over Metal Shards Upgraded by FDA
US health officials escalate a massive shredded cheese recall to Class II level. Over 64 products sold at major UK retailers may contain dangerous metal fragments. Check your fridge now.
Meteorologist drops harassment suit against KSTP-TV
Minnesota weather presenter Wren Clair has requested her bombshell sexual harassment lawsuit against former employer KSTP-TV be dismissed, following confidential mediation. Read the full story.
Labour's deregulation plan faces scrutiny over public protections
Keir Starmer's plan to cut 'unnecessary' regulation for growth is criticised for adopting a market viewpoint over public interest. Letters also discuss Your Party's name, pork's popularity, and oddly named places.
Academic Rejects 'Technofeudalism' Label for Amazon
A University of Sussex professor argues Amazon exemplifies capitalism's evolution, not a feudal shift. Its power intensifies global labour exploitation. Read the full analysis.
Energy firms told to give £150 discount to all customers
Chancellor Rachel Reeves confirms a £150 cut to household energy bills from April. Energy Secretary Ed Miliband urges suppliers to extend the saving to those on fixed tariffs. Read the full story.
Japan PM's 'Work, Work, Work' Named 2025 Catchphrase
Japanese PM Sanae Takaichi's 'work, work, work, work and work' pledge is named 2025's top catchphrase, sparking debate on overwork culture. Discover the full story.
Major Shredded Cheese Recall Over Metal Contamination Risk
A major food recall affects shredded cheese sold at Target, Walmart & Aldi. Check your fridge now for potential metal fragment contamination. Safety details inside.
Bessent pushes for Fed 'veto' on regional presidents
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent proposes a three-year residency rule for Federal Reserve bank presidents, potentially increasing White House influence over the independent central bank. Read the full analysis.
James Bond Aston Martin DB5 restored, now worth £1 million
A Welshman's £900 Aston Martin DB5, left to rot for decades, has undergone a painstaking 2,500-hour restoration. The legendary James Bond car is now valued at a staggering £1 million. Discover the full story of its resurrection.
UK beauty firm Mallows Beauty collapses into liquidation
Mallows Beauty, a multi-million pound British beauty brand, has entered voluntary liquidation, making 25 staff redundant and leaving creditors owed £1.9m. Read the full story.
CrossCountry Christmas rail strikes called off by RMT
CrossCountry reinstates normal December timetable after RMT suspends strikes. MD Shiona Rolfe warns of potential short-notice cancellations. Get the latest travel updates.
Neighbour reports woman's cat while gaming until 2am
A woman was stunned after her loud upstairs neighbour, who plays video games until 2am, filed a noise complaint about her cat. Discover how she responded.
Pilot's Errors Caused Florida Plane Crash with Family
An experienced pilot's critical mistakes in fuel calculation and overloading caused a crash in a Florida neighbourhood. Discover the NTSB findings and the community's safety concerns.
Engineer loses discrimination case over trans toilet policy
An engineer has lost her employment tribunal case against defence giant Leonardo UK over its transgender toilet policy. She plans to appeal the ruling, citing a misunderstanding of the law.
RITZ Crackers Recall Widens Over Peanut Allergy Risk
Mondelez expands a nationwide recall of RITZ Peanut Butter Cracker Sandwiches in the US due to a mislabelling error that could cause life-threatening allergic reactions. Customers in eight states are urged to check packaging.
Wickes staff to share £14.1m employee share scheme bonus
Nearly 1,000 Wickes employees are set to receive a £14.1 million payout from a share save scheme, with individual profits reaching over £22,000. Read the full story of this retail success.
Help to Save Scheme Made Permanent, Widens Eligibility
HMRC confirms the Help to Save scheme is now permanent. From April 2028, 1.5 million more families, including Universal Credit claimants, could get a £1,200 bonus. Learn how to apply.
Plane emergency landing over passenger seat swap row
A Spring Airlines flight from Japan to China made an emergency landing after a passenger became aggressive when denied a seat swap. Read the full story of the mid-air disruption.
Mouse found in Sainsbury's granola shocks London teenager
A 16-year-old London student was horrified to find a live mouse in her Sainsbury's granola. The family warns of health risks as the supermarket launches an urgent investigation.
Leon Restaurant Chain Faces Closures and Job Cuts
Fast-food chain Leon, with over 70 UK outlets, warns of potential closures and redundancies as it struggles post-pandemic. Sales fell to £62.5m in 2024. Read the full story.
School bus overturns in Coppull, Lancashire, injuring 20
A school bus carrying pupils has overturned in Coppull, Lancashire, leaving around 20 people with injuries. Emergency services are on the scene. Get the latest updates.
US Private Payrolls Unexpectedly Fall in November
US private sector employment unexpectedly declined in November, according to ADP. The key government jobs report from the Bureau of Labor Statistics is delayed until 16 December. Read the full analysis.
Leon warns of store closures and job cuts in overhaul
Leon's owner warns of potential closures and job cuts as the 'healthy fast food' chain struggles post-pandemic. Discover the planned changes and the founder's vision.
American's UK Christmas vegetable discovery shocks Brits
An American expat's first taste of a proper roast parsnip in the UK was a 'revolution'. She says the US version pales in comparison to this British Christmas staple. Read her full verdict.
Rome's Atac to Pay €3m in Passenger Refunds
Rome's public transport operator Atac will refund passengers millions after a probe found chronic service failures. Find out how much travellers will get back.
Double-decker bus roof ripped off in Lancashire bridge crash
Emergency services are responding after a double-decker bus smashed into a bridge in Coppull, Lancashire, tearing off its roof. Follow for live updates.
Aldi named cheapest UK supermarket for Christmas food
Aldi has been named the UK's cheapest supermarket for Christmas groceries, beating Lidl in a Which? price survey. Discover where to save on your festive shop.
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