Oil Surges, Markets Dip as Israel-Iran Conflict Escalates
Oil prices jumped 5% to $97/barrel and global stocks fell as Israel-Iran hostilities resumed, with Japan's Nikkei down 3.8% and South Korea's Kospi tumbling 8%.
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UK minister slams Hegseth for D-Day migrant remarks
Baroness Jacqui Smith criticised US defence secretary Pete Hegseth for using a D-Day event to call Europe's migration an 'invasion', calling it 'lacking in class'.
Tate & Lyle Takeover: Why Foreign Firms Buy UK Companies
Tate & Lyle agrees £2.7bn US takeover. We explore why foreign firms are snapping up UK companies, with data and recent deals.
Welsh Water to Pay £44.7m Over Sewage Spills
Welsh Water will pay £44.7 million after Ofwat found serious failures in sewage management. The package includes £40.6m for spill reduction and £4.1m for river quality.
Retail Warns Against Regulating Flexible Work Out of Existence
Retail industry leaders urge the government not to regulate flexible jobs out of existence with proposed zero-hours contract reforms, warning of risks to part-time workers.
Zelensky: Abramovich not sanctioned to aid peace talks
Volodymyr Zelensky explains why Roman Abramovich hasn't been sanctioned, citing his role in facilitating peace negotiations between Ukraine and Russia.
SNP MPs Under Fire Over Murrell Funding Scandal
SNP MPs are under renewed scrutiny after new details emerge in the Peter Murrell funding scandal, raising questions about party finances.
Dublin Regency Hotel Sold to UAE Buyer for €70M
The Regency Hotel in Dublin has been acquired by a UAE-based investment group for €70 million, marking a major hospitality deal in Ireland.
Nationwide to Acquire Virgin Money in Landmark Deal
Nationwide Building Society has agreed to acquire Virgin Money for £2.9bn, creating a major challenger to the UK's big four banks.
Steve Hilton’s California Comeback: Ex-Cameron Aide Eyes GOP
Former Downing Street strategist Steve Hilton is considering a run for California governor as a Republican, aiming to challenge the state's Democratic dominance.
Universal Music Group Acquires Mexican Label
Universal Music Group acquires a major Mexican record label to expand its Latin music portfolio, boosting its presence in the region.
Leon CEO John Vincent Buys Back Fast-Food Chain
John Vincent, CEO of Leon, has repurchased the healthy fast-food chain from its previous owners, aiming to revive the brand post-pandemic.
GSK Buys US Lung Cancer Drug Specialist Nuvalent for £8bn
GSK acquires US lung cancer drug specialist Nuvalent for £8bn, adding three lung cancer treatments and expanding its oncology portfolio.
Labour Brexit War: Cooper Slaps Down Streeting Over EU
Wes Streeting's call to reverse Brexit sparks Labour civil war as Yvette Cooper warns against 'turning back the clock' on the 2016 referendum result.
Iran Halts Attacks After Trump Demands Ceasefire
Iran ends military operations against Israel after Trump demands a ceasefire. Netanyahu warns of force if attacked again, as schools remain closed and flights cancelled.
Tottenham Close to £60m Savinho Deal, Rashford to Bayern
Tottenham are in advanced talks for Manchester City winger Savinho in a £60m deal. Bayern Munich target Marcus Rashford, while Darwin Nunez wants a Liverpool return.
Badenoch: Tories Not for Benefit Claimants Who Can Work
Kemi Badenoch declared the Conservative Party is not for people who can work but choose not to, in a speech in central London. She ruled out pacts, defended the triple lock, and outlined candidate requirements.
Labour MPs Consider Axing State Pension Triple Lock
Labour MPs are reportedly plotting to scrap the state pension triple lock, citing unaffordable long-term costs and inefficiency in tackling pensioner poverty.
Award-winning cocktail bar Rita's enters liquidation
Rita's Cocktail Bar in Southampton has collapsed into liquidation, months after its owner backed a campaign banning Labour MPs over rising business costs.
Giant Blue Pyramid Houses World's Largest Curry House
The Royal Nawaab in Stockport, a giant blue pyramid visible from the M60, serves up to 2,000 diners nightly with a 165ft buffet of 180 South Asian dishes.
Burnham under fire as consultant spend triples to £27m
Andy Burnham faces backlash after Greater Manchester's spending on external consultants surged from £8.7m to £26.9m, despite previously calling such expenditure 'indefensible'.
Empty TJ Hughes Store to Transform into Birkenhead Market
Wirral Council approves next phase to convert the former TJ Hughes store into a new market hall, with £610,843 allocated for design and enabling works.
Everton's Braiden Graham attracts loan interest this summer
Braiden Graham, 18, could leave Everton on loan after prolific academy form. Northern Ireland call-up adds to his progress as Football League clubs register interest.
Glen Johnson: Iraola's Euro experience not a problem for Liverpool
Former Liverpool defender Glen Johnson says Andoni Iraola's lack of European experience won't harm his dressing room standing, and urges focus on improving current squad.
Mykolenko Signs New Everton Contract, Targets Trophies
Everton's Vitalii Mykolenko has signed a three-year contract extension, expressing his ambition to win trophies and finish higher in the Premier League.
Liverpool swift search for Slot replacement led to Iraola
Liverpool had six months to plan Klopp's exit but only days to replace Arne Slot. Andoni Iraola's quick appointment was driven by data, character references, and his track record of improving forwards.
Historic Liverpool Sugar Girls Factory to Be Acquired
Tate & Lyle, the iconic Liverpool sugar refinery once home to the 'Sugar Girls,' agrees to a £2.7 billion takeover by US-based Ingredion, marking the end of an era.
UK fashion brand, discount site, cycling store enter administration
BrandAlley, Saddleback, and Trapstar have entered administration amid rising costs and changing consumer habits, affecting hundreds of jobs.
Trump eyes £15bn Chagos Islands bid after Greenland failure
Donald Trump is reportedly preparing a £15 billion bid for the Chagos Islands, home to the strategic Diego Garcia military base, after shelving plans to buy Greenland.
New three-year rule for unmarried couples planned
The government proposes new legal rights for cohabiting couples after three years, aiming to protect financial interests and dispel 'common law marriage' myths.
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