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UK businesses to suffer if TikTok banned in the US: UK businesses using TikTok say they could see a significant drop in sales if the app is banned in the US.
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Quick Glance: Measures Against TikTok: Biden Sets Deadline for Sale
- President Biden has signed legislation requiring ByteDance to fully divest from TikTok within a year or potentially face a nationwide ban.
- This action poses a significant challenge to the future of the video-streaming app in the U.S. and escalates the technological conflict between America and China.
- TikTok plans to take legal action against the Biden administration, citing concerns that the law could impede the free speech of millions of Americans.
- This requirement was incorporated into a bill providing foreign aid for Israel, Ukraine, and Taiwan, mandating ByteDance to sell its stake in TikTok within 12 months under the threat of closure.
Two horses seen galloping on the loose through central London: ITV News crews filmed two horses - who appeared to be on the loose - on Wednesday.
itv.com/news/london/2024-04-24/two-horses-seen-galloping-on-the-loose-through-central-london
Quick Glance: Uncontrolled Horses Cause Chaos in London
- Five military horses, including one covered in blood, escaped in London, injuring several people before being recaptured.
- During an exercise in central London, the horses spooked, causing injuries to soldiers and civilians.
- The horses weaved a destructive path through the city, colliding with vehicles and causing panic among bystanders.
- Multiple individuals were injured and taken to the hospital as police and fire crews worked to contain the situation.
UK miner Anglo American says it got buyout proposal from BHP: The UK-based mining giant Anglo American says it has received a takeover proposal from Australia's ...
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Quick Glance: BHP Proposes Acquisition to Anglo American
- Anglo American receives BHP buyout proposal, reshaping the copper market.
- The proposal involves BHP acquiring Anglo shares, sparking industry transactions.
- Anglo reviews proposals after profit decline, plans demergers to reduce South Africa exposure.
- The potential deal could make BHP the world's largest copper producer with market impacts.
Michael O’Leary says he’d ‘happily’ offer UK deportation flights to Rwanda: The Ryanair boss said he would ‘quote for the business’ from the UK government if it ...
businesspost.ie/article/michael-oleary-says-hed-happily-offer-uk-deportation-flights-to-rwanda/
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UK car output falls in March as EV-transition gears up, says industry body: Britain's car production fell 27.1% year-on-year in March as manufacturers wound down ...
reuters.com/business/autos-transportation/uk-car-output-falls-march-ev-transition-gears-up-says-industry-body-2024-04-24/
Wales to drop blanket 20mph speed limit: Ken Skates, transport minister, insisted the change to the unpopular policy was not a U-turn but about ‘refining and ...
thetimes.co.uk/article/wales-to-drop-blanket-20mph-speed-limit-qddkxjqzn
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Pentagon rushes $1bn in weapons to Kyiv after Biden signs aid bill: US president says ‘we need to move fast’ as Ukrainian troops falter on front lines
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Quick Glance: Biden signs Comprehensive Military Aid Package for Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan
- President Biden announces the signing of a substantial $95 billion military assistance package for Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan, with a significant portion of the funds directed towards Ukraine.
- Despite initial resistance from Republicans in Congress, Biden has signed the aid package, highlighting the reinforcement of allies and ensuring prompt deliveries to Ukraine.
- The assistance for Ukraine includes weapons and military equipment valued at around $1 billion, encompassing artillery shells and air defense missiles.
- Military analysts do not foresee significant changes on the frontlines in eastern Ukraine, while the US support aims to aid Ukraine in operations in southern Ukraine, particularly focusing on Crimea and the Black Sea.
Almost Half of UK Tax Collectors Miss Target to Work in Office: Almost half of Britain’s tax collectors are failing to meet the government department’s ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-04-24/almost-half-of-uk-tax-collectors-miss-target-to-work-in-office
Paid articlePaid Three arrested over Channel migrant deaths: The men were arrested on suspicion of facilitating illegal immigration and of entering the UK illegally, police said.
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StanChart Tells Clients Craving Oil, Copper to Beware Inflation: Some Standard Chartered Plc clients are increasingly favoring tangible assets like copper and ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-04-24/stanchart-tells-clients-craving-oil-copper-to-beware-inflation
Kensington Palace releases photo to celebrate Prince Louis' sixth birthday: The photo was taken by his mother, Kate, in the days running up to the prince's ...
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Quick Glance: Celebration of Prince Louis' Sixth Birthday by Kensington Palace
- A recent photo of Prince Louis, captured by The Princess of Wales in Windsor, has been posted on Kensington Palace's social media to commemorate his sixth birthday.
- In honor of his sixth birthday, events are being organized for William and Kate's youngest child to partake in.
- The released photo marks the first image of the children since the contentious Mother's Day picture altered by Kate.
- Following the Easter break, Prince Louis resumes classes at Lambrook School in Berkshire alongside his siblings.
Man and woman charged over £1000 dine and dash theft: Ann McDonagh, 39, and Bernard McDonagh, from Port Talbot in Wales, have been charged with five counts of ...
metro.co.uk/2024/04/24/two-people-charged-dine-dash-spree-wales-20709589/
Fintech firm Revolut plans to hire 1,500 staff by end of year: British fintech company Revolut has added nearly 2,000 employees since the start of 2024 and plans ...
reuters.com/business/finance/fintech-firm-revolut-plans-hire-1500-staff-by-end-year-2024-04-24/
Frank Field, Labour MP and peer, dies aged 81: Former minister revealed last year that prostate cancer had spread to his jaw
thetimes.co.uk/article/frank-field-dies-dead-labour-mp-3q5dsl0nt
Paid articlePaidQuick Glance: Farewell to Frank Field: A Life Dedicated to Social Justice
- The former Labour minister and advocate for poverty alleviation, Frank Field, has passed away at the age of 81.
- Throughout his career in Westminster, Lord Field championed social causes such as child poverty and modern slavery for over four decades.
- Field succumbed to a long battle with cancer in a care home in London. He advocated for a 2021 bill on assisted dying in England and Wales.
- His family emphasized that Field will be mourned by admirers in the political realm, but most of all missed by those fortunate enough to have experienced his laughter and friendship.
Sam Smith's latest kooky outfit compared to a hairdresser's cape: Sam Smith baffles fans while out in New York as they rock an all black look reminiscent of a ...
metro.co.uk/2024/04/24/sam-smiths-latest-kooky-outfit-compared-a-hairdressers-cape-20710828/
Estuaries, the ‘nurseries of the sea’, are disappearing fast : Study reveals repurposing of ecologically vital land for homes or agriculture is happening ...
theguardian.com/science/2024/apr/24/estuaries-the-nurseries-of-the-sea-are-disappearing-fast
Who was St George? The irony behind England's patron saint: Today (23 April) marks St George’s Day – a day to celebrate the Christian martyr who became the ...
indy100.com/news/who-was-st-george
Deportation to Rwanda or Albania? Rome and London advise migration: The British Home Secretary meets his Italian counterpart on the island of Lampedusa ...
de.euronews.com/2024/04/24/abschieben-nach-ruanda-oder-albanien-rom-und-london-besprechen-migrationspolitik
Quick Glance: Deportation to Albania? Rome and London Discuss Migration
- The British Home Secretary meets his Italian counterpart in Lampedusa, showing unity on migration issues.
- Britain is taking measures to prevent dangerous Channel crossings.
- The controversial Rwanda law for deporting asylum seekers faces international criticism.
- Some in Rwanda are skeptical about hosting refugees from the UK.
FTSE 100 extends record run on earnings optimism: Britain's FTSE 100 index extended its record run on Wednesday as a strong earnings update from Reckitt ...
reuters.com/world/uk/ftse-100-extends-record-run-earnings-optimism-2024-04-24/
Wales school stabbing - latest: Three injured after reports of knife attack at Carmarthenshire school
independent.co.uk/news/uk/home-news/wales-school-amman-valley-stabbing-lockdown-news-b2533986.html
Quick Glance: Arrest and Three Injured in Wales School Attack
- Police urge removal of social media footage to prevent contempt of court and distressing those affected.
- A parent expresses concern over the injured and highlights the rarity of such incidents in Ammanford.
- Three injured and one arrested after an incident at Ysgol Dyffryn Aman in Ammanford, South-west Wales.
- Recap of the ongoing investigation at the school as parents anxiously wait for updates on their children's safety.
Couple who left dog to die while holidaying at Center Parcs dodge jail: Sophie Singer, 41, and Keith Byrne, 38, let their boxer dog Bentley starve and suffer for ...
metro.co.uk/2024/04/23/couple-left-dog-die-holidaying-centre-parcs-dodge-jail-20704422/
Post-Brexit Food Checks Will Be ‘Light-Touch,’ UK Minister Says: The UK will enforce “light-touch” post-Brexit checks on food and plant products beginning later ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-04-23/post-brexit-food-checks-will-be-light-touch-uk-minister-says
Britain to raise defence spending to 2.5% of GDP by 2030: Rishi Sunak is expected to say he will increase the UK military budget every year ...
thetimes.co.uk/article/rishi-sunak-defence-spending-uk-2030-xxgfwtvf7
Paid articlePaidQuick Glance: Increase in UK defence spending by 2030
- Prime Minister Rishi Sunak commits to raising spending to 2.5% of GDP, putting the defence industry on a 'war footing'.
- Sunak emphasized the need for deeper stockpiles of munitions and quicker replenishment due to the events in the Ukraine conflict.
- The planned increase in defence spending would require significant financial reshuffling, partly through announced measures to reduce the size of the civil service.
- Shortly after announcing the pledge to send weapons worth 500 million pounds to Ukraine, this commitment followed.
MEPs call to seize Russia’s hundreds of billions in frozen assets: Lawmakers want to see more support for Ukraine as US and UK counterparts advance.
euronews.com/my-europe/2024/04/23/meps-call-to-seize-russias-hundreds-of-billions-in-frozen-assets
Quick Glance: State Customs Service: Polish Protesters Cease Border Blockade
- The blockade by Polish protesters at the Yahodyn-Dorohusk border crossing on the Polish-Ukrainian border was lifted by Ukraine's State Customs Service on April 22.
- Traffic flow in both directions was restored as of 1:40 p.m.
- As per Valentyna Chernysh, a representative of the customs office in Volyn Oblast, there were 400 trucks queued on the Polish side of the border, with an additional 140 in a digital queue.
- Despite a reduction in border blockades, the State Customs Service indicated on April 17 that Polish protesters intended to block the Korczowa-Krakovets border crossing for a two-day period.
UK Boosts Borrowing to Cover Deficit, Curbing Tax Cut Hopes: The UK boosted its borrowing plans after the government’s budget shortfall overshot forecasts ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-04-23/uk-budget-deficit-overshoots-in-setback-for-hunt-s-tax-cut-plans
Paid articlePaid UK Regulator Plans to Broaden Scope of ESG Investing Regulations: The UK’s Financial Conduct Authority is planning to expand the scope of its ESG investment ...
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Violence breaks out at St George's Day event in central London: The Metropolitan Police released footage showing a group of men - some draped in St George's ...
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Employee non-compete agreements barred by US regulator: Federal Trade Commission head says move will help raise wages but business lobby vows to sue
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The Essex areas whose population are among the country's 'most English': Areas with the strongest English-only identity include two neighbourhoods in Essex
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Spotify hits record quarterly profit as it enters ‘new phase’: Pioneer of music streaming kicks off more mature era for its business after years of freer ...
ft.com/content/b6353fb2-a149-46ae-bb12-901e65d2c445
Over a million Neighbourhood Watch members exposed through web app bug: Unverified users could scoop up data on high-value individuals without any form of ...
theregister.com/2024/04/23/neighbourhood_watch_privacy_bug/
Rishi Sunak Goes to Warsaw: The Readout With Aibhe Rea: Hi there, I’m Ailbhe Rea, a Bloomberg UK Associate Editor based in Westminster. Hope you enjoy today’s ...
bloomberg.com/news/newsletters/2024-04-23/rishi-sunak-goes-to-warsaw-the-readout-with-aibhe-rea
Girl, 9, ‘kidnapped’ outside Harrods in London as man arrested: A man has been arrested on suspicion of kidnapping after a girl, nine, was 'snatched' ...
metro.co.uk/2024/04/23/girl-9-kidnapped-outside-harrods-london-man-arrested-20703791/
LIVE: Britain's Rishi Sunak visits military base in Poland: Reuters Live on X (Twitter)
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UK grocery inflation falls to 30-month low: Grocery price growth eases to 3.2% in four weeks to mid-April as retailers focus on special offers
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Paid articlePaid Isle of Wight grandmother's 'treasured items' binned by contractors who 'thought she was dead'
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Brits set for first 'official' heatwave of year with temperatures in 'high 20s': Exacta Weather forecaster James Madden has revealed that areas across the UK ...
mirror.co.uk/news/uk-news/brits-set-first-official-heatwave-32650389
China’s ageing tech workers hit by ‘curse of 35’: Discrimination against older employees particularly apparent in sector where executives openly state preference ...
ft.com/content/5cf306ad-3a39-4357-b7b3-1d2644bb13a7
Government exit would end 'sorry tale' for Britain and bank, NatWest Chair says: Britain's plans to sell its remaining stake in NatWest would end a "sorry tale" ...
reuters.com/business/finance/natwest-ceo-sees-material-opportunities-ai-2024-04-23/
Britain's anti-greenwashing rule for finance takes effect on May 31: Britain's financial regulator confirmed on Tuesday that its new bespoke rule to combat ...
reuters.com/sustainability/sustainable-finance-reporting/britains-anti-greenwashing-rule-finance-start-may-31-2024-04-23/
Heartbroken mum's tragic wish after young twin sons died just three years apart: Sue Haworth said her twin boys Jack and Harry were two completely different ...
mirror.co.uk/news/uk-news/heartbroken-mums-tragic-wish-after-32564408
Investors price in growing chance of another Federal Reserve interest rate rise: While base case remains reduction in borrowing costs, options market shows a 20% ...
ft.com/content/8c5da64b-766e-4993-86f5-aac95342432a
Recovering from the floods: All the roads and transport services that are accessible now in Dubai
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UK businesses expand at fastest pace in 11 months, PMI survey shows: British businesses recorded their fastest growth in activity in nearly a year this month ...
reuters.com/world/uk/uk-businesses-expand-fastest-pace-11-months-pmi-survey-shows-2024-04-23/
Watch: BBC crew captures moment migrants board small crowded boat to UK from France
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Hope Hostel in Rwanda says it's ready for first migrants from UK: Rwanda is gearing up to welcome deported asylum seekers now the landmark UK bill has passed.
bbc.com/news/world-africa-68836255
New survey: Hamburgers want less car traffic: Car traffic is dense in Hamburg, and many people would like it to be different. To achieve this, more buses ...
abendblatt.de/hamburg/politik/article242171176/Neue-Umfrage-Hamburger-wuenschen-sich-weniger-Autoverkehr.html
Paid articlePaid Emmerdale affair 'sealed' as Manpreet cheats on Charles with unlikely resident: Emmerdale will air some shock scenes next week as Manpreet Sharma cheats on ...
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‘Dine-and-dash’ family update as two arrested over restaurant bills: Two people have been arrested after several alleged dine-and-dash incidents in restaurants ...
metro.co.uk/2024/04/23/dine-and-dash-family-update-two-arrested-restaurant-bills-20700718/
I tried Marks and Spencer's new Dine In range - it's off the scale: I got an exclusive preview of Marks and Spencer's new Cook Menu Dine In range - now ...
walesonline.co.uk/whats-on/food-drink-news/ms-cook-menu-dine-review-29050024
Married At First Sight Australia star shocked by groom's Final Vows admission: Jono and Lauren split during the Final Vows after the revelation that he'd ...
walesonline.co.uk/lifestyle/tv/married-first-sight-australia-star-29055801
Update: All the roads and transport services that are accessible now in Dubai: Operating roads and services, and alternative plans from RTA
gulfnews.com/living-in-uae/transport/update-all-the-roads-and-transport-services-that-are-accessible-now-in-dubai-1.1713516881090
Tributes for bride-to-be killed in Perth crash on her way to visit mum with dementia
9news.com.au/national/wa-news-tributes-to-woman-killed-bus-crash-warwick/bfaa1808-c90d-4a62-9777-a3f5713100bc
The Welsh bakery named one of the best in Britain: It has been name-checked among 12 other bakeries across the UK
walesonline.co.uk/whats-on/food-drink-news/welsh-bakery-named-one-best-29045120
Homeless couple move into bus stop after refusing to be separated by council: A couple has been forced to live inside a bus stop in Birmingham - for seven months ...
metro.co.uk/2024/04/23/homeless-couple-move-bus-stop-refusing-separated-council-20700608/
No bins, astro, washing on Sundays - inside the UK's strictest estate: Residents must abide by a 32-page rulebook including a ban on hanging up washing on a ...
walesonline.co.uk/news/uk-news/gallery/no-bins-astro-washing-sundays-29042396
Detroit People Mover, QLINE among downtown's public transit options for 2024 NFL draft
freep.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2024/04/24/detroit-people-mover-qline-nfl-draft-transportation/73436565007/
Ex-Loose Women star says ‘that little job isn’t coming back’ : Carol McGiffin left ITV's Loose Women last year and has since said she's ...
walesonline.co.uk/lifestyle/tv/ex-loose-women-star-says-29042761
Of expired license and fitness certificate: Police yesterday arrested the driver of the bus that rammed a motorcycle carrying three students of Chittagong ...
thedailystar.net/news/bangladesh/news/expired-licence-and-fitness-certificate-3594856
London: Runaway horses gallop through the city center: With saddle and bridle, but no rider: five runaway horses caused traffic chaos in central London ...
faz.net/aktuell/gesellschaft/tiere/london-entlaufene-pferde-galoppieren-durch-die-innenstadt-19675196.html
Metro declares emergency over attacks on bus operators: Metro declares an emergency amid jump in bus driver assaults and seeks to quickly build barriers to wall ...
latimes.com/california/story/2024-04-24/with-guns-and-knives-being-pulled-on-bus-operators-metro-declares-emergency
Married at First Sight Australia groom deemed 'impossible' by fans: Married at First Sight Australia fans are not impressed with one groom
walesonline.co.uk/lifestyle/tv/married-first-sight-australia-groom-29041665
Edinburgh bus station under threat as owners plan to end lease with council: Transport hub’s future hangs in balance as owners consider redeveloping city centre ...
scotsman.com/news/politics/edinburgh-bus-station-under-threat-as-owners-plan-to-end-lease-with-council-4604063
Esslingen-Berkheim residents' meeting - Bus to Nellingen is a long time coming: Berkheim is the southernmost district of Esslingen and is characterized by ...
esslinger-zeitung.de/inhalt.einwohnerversammlung-esslingen-berkheim-bus-nach-nellingen-laesst-auf-sich-warten.cbe3a447-0f69-481a-b40a-88e419075ed4.html
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At Esslingen train station - 88-year-old seriously injured in fall on bus: Shortly before Esslingen ZOB, a senior citizen had a serious fall on a bus on ...
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Pontins Pakefield set to house 500 Sizewell C workers: A holiday park in Pakefield, Lowestoft is set to be transformed as it caters for 500 Sizewell C workers.
edp24.co.uk/news/24275442.pontins-pakefield-set-house-500-sizewell-c-workers/
Rental e-scooters: This is how Lübeck stands on a ban on Voi, Tier and Bolt: Missed the bus? Too late to walk? Then more and more people will switch to an ...
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Increase in attacks has Auckland bus drivers worried they may not come home - union
rnz.co.nz/news/national/515148/increase-in-attacks-has-auckland-bus-drivers-worried-they-may-not-come-home-union
Reading bus stop advertised hijacked by activists: Fake adverts have popped up at Reading bus stops calling for a ban on companies using fossil fuels and ...
readingchronicle.co.uk/news/24276722.reading-bus-stop-advertised-hijacked-activists/
Seattle’s Council sets a transportation vision with more bus, bike lanes: The new 20-year transportation plan for Seattle is mostly aspirational ...
seattletimes.com/seattle-news/seattles-council-sets-a-transportation-vision-with-more-bus-bike-lanes/
After 2 major crashes with MCTS buses, officials urge drivers to be more cautious
jsonline.com/story/news/local/milwaukee/2024/04/24/after-2-major-crashes-with-buses-milwaukee-officials-urge-caution/73441571007/
LA Metro touts ridership growth for trains and buses in March: The agency noted that combined the total bus and rail average weekday ridership grow more than 14% ...
dailynews.com/2024/04/23/la-metro-touts-ridership-growth-for-trains-and-buses-in-march/
Chamkila, Coachella & More! Story Of Diljit Dosanjh, Son Of Bus Driver Who Earned Rs 5000 A Month
indiatimes.com/entertainment/originals/diljit-dosanjh-story-son-of-bus-driver-performed-at-gurudwaras-amar-singh-chamkila-coachella-632990.html
Arriva strike cancelled after new deal matches best bus company pay in region : Drivers and engineers in Northumberland have secured a 6.1% increase and a £350 ...
chroniclelive.co.uk/news/north-east-news/arriva-north-east-strike-cancelled-29052967
Contactless payment pilot begins on Athens Airport Express bus lines: Starting Wednesday, a pilot project for contactless payments via bank cards and digital ...
ekathimerini.com/news/1237258/contactless-payment-pilot-begins-on-athens-airport-express-bus-lines/
Pre-K 4 SA bus crashes in 'major accident' on South Side: There were no children on the bus at the time of the crash, according to the preschool program in San ...
expressnews.com/news/article/school-bus-crash-san-antonio-19420074.php
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ÖBB opens its doors to 240 girls: At Daughter’s Day or Girls’ Day on April 25th, 240 girls have the opportunity to visit ÖBB locations throughout Austria ...
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