India keen on trade deals with Britain, Oman early in Modi's probable third term, sources say
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Christopher Nolan receives knighthood in surprise honours list: Rishi Sunak also knights billionaire Tory donor and gives an honorary OBE to the boss of Netflix
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Christopher Nolan and Emma Thomas to receive prestigious knighthood: Film director Christopher Nolan and producer Emma Thomas, the long-time collaborators in ...
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Quick Glance: Knighthood Awarded to Christopher Nolan After 'Oppenheimer' Oscars Triumph
- Honoring Christopher Nolan with a knighthood and Emma Thomas with a damehood recognizes their significant impact on the film industry.
- Nolan's path to knighthood resembles a captivating journey full of twists, paying homage to his own intricate narratives.
- The Oscar victory for Oppenheimer, Nolan's gripping exploration of J. Robert Oppenheimer's life and the creation of the atomic bomb, signifies a peak in his career.
- Thomas' exceptional attention to detail and deep understanding of filmmaking played a crucial role in bringing Nolan's visionary projects to fruition.
Britain to slow rise of minimum wage from 2025, government says: Britain's government has ended its push to use increases in the minimum wage to narrow the gap ...
reuters.com/world/uk/britain-slow-rise-minimum-wage-2025-government-says-2024-03-28/
Data confirms UK economy went into recession last year: Official figures confirmed Britain's economy entered a shallow recession last year ...
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Starmer promises to revive levelling up, praising Boris Johnson for the policy: Launching Labour's local election campaign in the West Midlands ...
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Harry 'under pressure from Meghan to keep relationship with Royals': Prince Harry is 'under pressure' from his wife Meghan Markle to keep his family ...
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British Museum names new director as it tries to get over a rocky patch: The British Museum has appointed National Portrait Gallery chief Nicholas Cullinan as ...
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Clifford’s Tower receives a 2024 Civic Trust Award: Clifford’s Tower won a Civic Trust Award on March 22, recognising its ‘positive contribution to the city’.
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Raw sewage discharges in England and Wales hit record : Data from Environment Agency prompts calls for government to declare national emergency
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Now just get on get York's outer ring road dualled!: Now just get on get York's outer ring road dualled!
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Keysight to launch offer for London-listed Spirent, Sky News reports: Keysight Technologies is preparing to launch a formal offer for British telecommunications ...
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An election looms, but can we trust the process?: Metro columnist and Green MP Caroline Lucas says that while a general election is needed ...
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Kate ‘battling much more than cancer’: COMMENT
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Keegan 'confident' government will deliver free childcare plan amid concerns from parents and sector
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Senior Tories believe the party will break up after it loses the general election, Peston tells Tom Bradby and Anushka Asthana on the #TalkingPolitics podcast
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Being branded as ‘extremist’ won’t deter Palestine Action: Palestinian solidarity remains steadfast despite growing authoritarianism in the United Kingdom.
aljazeera.com/opinions/2024/3/28/being-branded-as-extremist-wont-deter-palestine-action
No joke: UK comedian told to remove hot dog from subway poster over junk food ban
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Thames Water bosses 'a disgrace' and must 'carry the can' for failings- Gove: The Communities Secretary branded the water company's leaders "a ...
getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/thames-water-bosses-a-disgrace-28905201
Quick Glance: Thames Water Directors Discuss Utility's Future
- The board of Thames Water engaged in crucial discussions as shareholders consider diluting a funding pledge. Shareholders, including the Universities Superannuation Scheme (USS) and China's sovereign wealth fund, may retract hundreds of millions of pounds in promised funding.
- Thames Water, employing about 7,000 people and serving nearly a quarter of the British population, is grappling with over £15 billion in debt. Shareholders had committed to provide £3.25 billion in the coming years, with the initial £750 million slated for this year.
- The shareholders' decision to reduce financial support could leave the heavily indebted company with few viable options to secure its future. Sky News previously reported that Whitehall officials had prepared contingency plans for Thames Water's potential collapse.
- Thames Water, serving 15 million customers in London and the south-east of England, has faced significant pressure due to leaks, sewage contamination, executive pay, and dividends. The prospect of temporary nationalisation in the event of a collapse could cost taxpayers billions.
Gordon Brown says the government can raise billions of pounds from banks: The longest serving chancellor since the nineteenth century has suggested a plan of ...
itv.com/news/2024-03-27/gordon-brown-says-the-government-can-raise-billions-of-pounds-from-banks
UK defense secretary calls on Europe not to curb Ukrainian imports: U.K. Defense Secretary Grant Shapps urged Europe not to restrict imports from Ukraine ...
kyivindependent.com/uk-defense-secretary-calls-europe-not-to-curb-ukrainian-imports/
In praise of Andy Street: Commentators like me often lament the lack of business experience among leading politicians – but also observe how few business leaders ...
spectator.co.uk/article/in-praise-of-andy-street/
Warning Plymouth's dental services 'in decay' amid NHS struggle: Luke Pollard MP said his survey found 76% were unable to get an appointment with an NHS dentist
plymouthherald.co.uk/news/plymouth-news/plymouth-dental-services-in-decay-9183456
Tom Cruise's 'Mission Impossible 8' photos and video leaked: Tom Cruise is back as Ethan Hunt as photos of the actor running around the streets of London in a ...
thedailystar.net/entertainment/tv-film/news/tom-cruises-mission-impossible-8-photos-and-video-leaked-3576011
Sunak’s triple lock pledge may appease grey voters – but risks alienating the young
inews.co.uk/inews-lifestyle/money/pensions-and-retirement/sunaks-triple-lock-pledge-appease-grey-voters-alienating-young-2976923
Times when Scotland kit changed Saltire design before England flag row: Prime Minister Rishi Sunak and Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer criticised Nike's ...
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People with TV licence could cut bill to £26 as fee set to go up: The price of a TV licence will increase by £10.50 to £169.50 on April 1
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‘Sadness’: Charles’ heartbreaking message: As he prepares for his first major event since announcing his cancer diagnosis in February ...
news.com.au/entertainment/celebrity-life/royals/king-charles-speaks-of-his-great-sadness-in-bittersweet-easter-message/news-story/134c636f8cff8268da7afda5224eb538
Kate ‘battling much more than cancer’: COMMENT
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What's next for Kate Middleton, Prince William and their kids after cancer diagnosis
goodmorningamerica.com/culture/story/kate-middleton-prince-william-kids-after-cancer-diagnosis-108506590
Quick Glance: British Royal Family Left with Only 9 Working Members
- Kate Middleton and King Charles have announced cancer treatments and temporarily stepped back from royal duties.
- The royal family now consists mainly of older members who are taking on responsibilities.
- Prince William is supporting his wife and taking on duties while King Charles and others are absent.
- The royal family is in a vulnerable position, relying on few working members who are mostly in their 70s and 80s.
A multi-coloured England flag is the least of our worries: The row centred on Nike altering the cross using purple and blue horizontal stripes in what it called ...
lancashiretelegraph.co.uk/news/24210404.multi-coloured-england-flag-least-worries/
Nike's new England men's soccer shirt is causing a stir with its recolored flag: The decision by Nike to change the color of the St. George’s Cross on the new ...
apnews.com/article/england-soccer-shirt-controversy-cross-price-euro-2024-dc5a47b91078270bf07d3022c32d9add
Quick Glance: Nike Sparks Controversy with New England Soccer Kit
- Nike unveiled the England soccer team's new kits for the UEFA Euro 2024 tournament, sparking controversy over one detail that has led to calls for change.
- The change in colors of the St. George Cross on the new football kit caused uproar among fans, leading to calls to boycott the sports manufacturer and criticism from politicians.
- Political figures like Prime Minister Sunak and Culture Secretary Lucy Frazer expressed criticism towards the design changes, while fans on social media showed both support and opposition to the new kit.
- Reactions to the new England soccer kit varied from demands to revert the changes to questioning whether the debate was exaggerated in light of other pressing issues. Political leaders like Keir Starmer and Emily Thornberry also voiced their disapproval of the design alterations.
RAF drops food and aid into Gaza for the first time: Grant Shapps authorised the delivery of more than ten tonnes of water, rice and baby formula
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PM Rishi Sunak is facing questions from the Liaison Committee.
He says the government has made "progress on all three" economic priorities:
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Whatever Jeremy Hunt thinks, £100k is by any measure a high income: Median salary is estimated to be just above £35,000 and anything higher than £81 ...
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Quick Glance: Jeremy Hunt's View on £100k Income & Financial Realities
- Jeremy Hunt's perception of £100,000 as a high income contrasts with the national median of £35,000, placing it significantly above average.
- Even in affluent areas like Godalming and Ash, where Hunt is campaigning, the median income of £56,606 shifts the perspective on six-figure salaries.
- Hunt's remarks were deemed inappropriate by experts as data shows many households are struggling due to living costs, including those in higher income brackets.
- New tax and benefit regulations for higher incomes could lead to unexpected financial burdens, as the offer of free childcare for parents earning over £100,000 is limited.
Politics live: China blamed for 'malicious' campaigns against UK - with 'clear pattern of hostile activity'
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BREAKING: The government has announced it is to halt routine Covid tests for people being discharged from hospital into care homesnews.sky.com/uk 📺 Sky 501 ... Show more
Gove forced to dilute plans to cap leasehold ground rents in England and Wales: Levelling-up secretary abandons reforms after opposition from Treasury and ...
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Andrew Forrest says claims China poses a military threat are ‘complete rubbish’: The Australian mining billionaire says Beijing is a strong competitor and his ...
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Speculation around Kate's wellbeing 'worst I've seen', says former royal advisor: Kate and William’s ex-spokesman says ‘doom loop’ of social media conspiracy ...
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UK's Conservatives will commit to pensions triple lock, says Hunt: Britain's ruling Conservative Party would commit to keeping the so-called triple lock for ...
reuters.com/world/uk/uks-conservatives-will-commit-pensions-triple-lock-says-hunt-2024-03-24/
Leasehold reform delays are a victory for lobbyists against Michael Gove: Yet another example of how Britain’s housing market is weighted in favour of those who ...
inews.co.uk/news/leasehold-reform-delays-michael-gove-lobbyists-2976308
Ex-U.N. Official Craig Mokhiber: Israel Must Be Held Accountable for Violating Ceasefire Resolution
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Quick Glance: UN Demand for Gaza Cease-Fire Sparks US-Israel Clash
- The UN Security Council demands a Gaza cease-fire, leading the US to abstain, causing tension with Israel.
- The resolution calls for hostage release without making it a condition for the Ramadan cease-fire.
- US abstains due to lack of Hamas condemnation, emphasizing the link between cease-fire and hostage release.
- Concerns raised over resolution's impact on negotiations and importance of a lasting cease-fire are highlighted.
St George England kit: Shop sells cross patch so fans can cover rainbow flag on Nike's new shirt designs
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OPINION: The former Neighbours star has become an unlikely outspoken figure for the populist right wing of Britain and she shows no signs of stopping ... Show more
Lower taxes would cripple Europe’s growth: Europe’s impoverished governments must increase public investment by up to 3% of their collective GDP annually in the ...
reuters.com/breakingviews/lower-taxes-would-cripple-europes-growth-2024-03-26/
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has expressed his condolences to the family of former English teacher Anne Ooi, also known as “Aunty Bersih”, who died on Monday ... Show more
Waspis need Post Office-style drama to shame DWP into compensation, suggests MP: ‘Do we need another TV drama to embarrass them?’ says senior SNP MP ...
inews.co.uk/news/waspis-need-post-office-drama-dwp-compensation-2974825
Leasehold dream over as Gove plan quietly crumbles: Treasury fears move would have wiped up to £40bn off pension fund investment
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Mahathir’s sons say 98-year-old former premier is target of Malaysia probe: They are assisting in the investigation, but the task is onerous and taking time ...
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Ireland set for its youngest ever prime minister after Simon Harris is elected leader of the Fine Gael party
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Quick Glance: Leo Varadkar: A Populist Who Struggled with Real People
- In May 2002, a young party activist analyzed the defeat of Fine Gael under Michael Noonan, emphasizing that none of the former leaders were the expected messiah for the party.
- Leo Varadkar's political legacy comprises valuable contributions, but he was never seen as a savior of the party. His ability to navigate contradictions made him a skilled politician, but he ultimately realized he couldn't balance on the political tightrope indefinitely.
- Varadkar was described as a politician who straddled conservatism and an increasingly progressive society. Despite his rapid rise in politics and popularity during crises, he struggled to address long-term challenges in areas like healthcare and housing.
- His popularity peaked during the Brexit crisis and the COVID-19 pandemic, where he was seen as a unifying and authoritative leader. However, he failed to effectively tackle long-term structural issues in Ireland, especially in healthcare and housing, as his neoliberal views did not offer compelling solutions.
The British royals deserve a little empathy: We love gossip about people in power and their frailties, but they bleed and laugh, too
thenationalnews.com/opinion/comment/2024/03/26/the-british-royals-deserve-a-little-empathy/
Brexit: Farmers furious at impact of quitting EU told by PM that he has put them 'at forefront of trade deals”
standard.co.uk/news/politics/brexit-farmers-protest-london-tractors-trade-deals-imports-parliament-b1147758.html
Quick Glance: Farmers Rally for Food Security
- Farmers protest against food imports and labeling.
- Protests highlight the growing challenges faced by British farming.
- Criticism of trade deals and inadequate food security monitoring.
- Call for European regulation alignment to support British farmers.
Rachel Reeves’s team behind Budget tax cut leak, Government sources claim: Whitehall source highlighted two members of Shadow Chancellor's team were recent ...
inews.co.uk/news/politics/rachel-reevess-team-behind-budget-tax-cut-leak-government-sources-claim-2976641
Russian channels spread fake rumours of King Charles's death: No, King Charles III of the United Kingdom didn’t die unexpectedly on March 18, 2024. And yet ...
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Oil and gas chiefs warn Labour's energy strategy could leave UK 'uninvestable': Sir Keir Starmer’s strategy to speed up the green energy transition could leave ...
scotsman.com/news/politics/oil-and-gas-chiefs-warn-labours-energy-strategy-could-leave-uk-uninvestable-4568511
Meet Europe's first Black head of government — in Wales: "I have the honor of becoming the first Black leader in any European country," he said upon taking ...
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Live news: Princess Catherine undergoing treatment for cancer
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Nike scored one of the most surprising victories in their long battle to dominate the international football business when they outbid Adidas to become ... Show more
Quick Glance: Criticism of Nike: Politicians Disappointed by Equipment Change at DFB
- The DFB's switch from Adidas to Nike has sparked criticism from politicians such as Robert Habeck and Karl Lauterbach.
- U21 trainers and other affected individuals express surprise at the equipment change.
- The DFB responds to the emotional reactions and emphasizes the economic reasons behind the decision.
- Nike is expected to pay the DFB over 100 million euros per year from 2027 onwards, surpassing Adidas's previous sum.
I couldn’t care less about woke flags – the England shirt is an outrageous price: Fans can get a return flight to Euro 2024 this summer at the same cost
inews.co.uk/sport/football/england-shirt-woke-flags-price-2970146
Sonam Kapoor interview on couture, King Charles and filming new Bollywood movies while raising her son
standard.co.uk/lifestyle/fashion/sonam-kapoor-interview-fashion-bollywood-movie-star-motherhood-king-charles-b1147481.html
Ireland’s Harris Set to Become Prime Minister in Uncontested Bid: Ireland’s Simon Harris was named leader of his liberal Fine Gael party on Sunday ...
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Don't mess with England flag, says Sunak as soccer kit gets update: National flags should not be "messed with", British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak said on Friday ...
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Australia selects BAE to build nuclear powered submarines: SSN-AUKUS will be one of the largest, most powerful and advanced attack submarines ever operated by ...
ukdefencejournal.org.uk/australia-selects-bae-to-build-nuclear-powered-submarines/
"I actually really like the look of the new kit, but I am easily pleased"
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PM Christopher Luxon faces Question Time amid Chinese spying claims, Budget lead-up
nzherald.co.nz/nz/politics/pm-christopher-luxon-faces-question-time-amid-chinese-spying-claims-budget-lead-up/BQP6C2NLFJDNXFO2OAZEAVPE4U/
Former Naburn Primary head Jonathan Green's No 10 invite: Former Naburn Primary School head Jonathan Green invited to 10 Downing Street as 'education champion'
yorkpress.co.uk/news/24202200.former-naburn-primary-head-jonathan-greens-no-10-invite/
Exclusive Interview: 'We have an increasingly positive story to tell.' Andrew Bailey told the Financial Times that rate cuts were 'in play' at future meetings ... Show more
England fans reject Nike’s playful kit update: Sir Keir Starmer, as well as Nigel Farage and Lee Anderson, speak out against Nike’s ‘playful update’ to the flag ...
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Famine in Gaza is man-made, state-made – it’s time to halt UK arms to Israel: David Cameron is showing up Labour over Gaza
inews.co.uk/opinion/famine-gaza-halt-uk-arms-israel-2971137
Waspi: Women affected by state pension age rise should get compensation - ombudsman - BBC News
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Quick Glance: Compensation Demanded for Women Affected by Pension Age Changes - Ombudsman
- In 1995, a law was passed setting out a timetable to gradually raise the retirement age for women to 65, aligning it with men.
- The coalition government decided in 2010 to accelerate this timetable, resulting in the new higher retirement age for women being brought forward to 2018.
- The ombudsman suggests that women in the sample cases should receive compensation ranging from £1,000 to £2,950, but the Department for Work and Pension (DWP) disagrees.
- Based on the report, the DWP strongly doubts providing a remedy and has asked Parliament to intervene in light of the significant impact of maladministration.
Plans for striking $1-billion spiral-shaped Hollywood tower bursting with greenery unveiled
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Cost of living crisis is ending and everyone has cheered up, says Tory MP: The UK’s cost of living crisis “is ending” and people have “cheered up” ...
independent.co.uk/tv/news/cost-of-living-crisis-inflation-conservatives-andrea-leadsom-b2516294.html
FA responds to England kit backlash after 'playful update' to St George's Cross: Nike has insisted that there are no plans to change the design
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Netflix v Amazon in warring accounts of Prince Andrew interview: Scoop, starring Gillian Anderson, and A Very Royal Scandal, starring Ruth Wilson ...
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"Our plan is working."Rishi Sunak says his pledge to "stop small boats" is on track, despite more than 500 migrants crossing the English ... Show more
"I think the British media have behaved terribly."
Former communications secretary to King Charles Kristina Kyriacou responds to the news that the ... Show more
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