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Labour will level up better than Tories, pledges Keir Starmer: Keir Starmer says his party would do a better job of reducing regional inequality across Britain.
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Labour will level up better than Tories, pledges Keir Starmer
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Younger people’s pensions can’t be sacrificed to keep rich boomers happy: It's time to means test the state pension
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Younger people’s pensions can’t be sacrificed to keep rich boomers happy
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Labour targets floating wind farms to boost energy security: Sir Keir Starmer will announce a new state-owned firm with £8.3bn to invest in green energy.
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Labour targets floating wind farms to boost energy security
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England fans torn over new shirt as one woman says 'burn' Nike design: England fans outside Wembley have given their view on the new England shirt ...
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England fans torn over new shirt as one woman says 'burn' Nike design
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.
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Woman in Britain mistakes hat pom-pom for ‘baby hedgehog’, takes it to hospital: She was concerned that it “hadn’t moved or pooped all night” despite being given ...
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Woman in Britain mistakes hat pom-pom for ‘baby hedgehog’ ...
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Jack Jones’ Docker Internationalism: Union leader Jack Jones – born on this day in 1913 – was known as ‘the most powerful man in Britain’ for defending British ...
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Jack Jones’ Docker Internationalism
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Live updates: Catherine, Princess of Wales, says she has cancer: Catherine, Princess of Wales, disclosed Friday she has been diagnosed with cancer and is in the ...
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Live updates: Catherine, Princess of Wales, says she has cancer
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.
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Kate Garraway's net worth and financial struggles revealed after Derek's care: Kate Garraway has opened up about the financial struggles she has faced while ...
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Kate Garraway's net worth and financial struggles revealed after Derek's ...
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Ministers Robert Halfon and James Heappey quit government in mini-reshuffle: Education minister Robert Halfon and armed forces minister James Heappey are also ...
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Ministers Robert Halfon and James Heappey quit government in ...
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Budget watchdog warns US could suffer market shock over national debt: Congressional Budget Office (CBO) Director Phillip Swagel warned the United States could ...
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Budget watchdog warns US could suffer market shock over national debt
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Triple lock for pensions to be in Tory manifesto - Jeremy Hunt says: Chancellor Jeremy Hunt says he will pay for the "expensive" pledge through economic growth.
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Triple lock for pensions to be in Tory manifesto - Jeremy Hunt says
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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 ...
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A multi-coloured England flag is the least of our worries
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Sven-Goran Eriksson’s Liverpool ovation at Anfield restored my faith in football: Eriksson stood beside Gerrard as ‘You’ll Never Walk Alone’ plays out at ...
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Sven-Goran Eriksson’s Liverpool ovation at Anfield restored my faith in ...
Quick Glance: Sven-Goran Eriksson fulfills dream managing Liverpool FC
  • Sven-Goran Eriksson fulfilled a lifelong dream by managing Liverpool FC, expressing emotions and tears.

  • Leading the Liverpool Legends team to victory against Ajax at a charity match in Anfield.

  • Eriksson was touched by the support from fans, players, and the overall experience.

  • The game ended with a record attendance of around 60,000 and a fundraising effort for charitable causes.
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Shlomo Ben Ami: ‘The US abstention at the UN was a way of twisting Israel’s arm’: The former Israeli minister says that the passage of the Gaza ceasefire ...
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Shlomo Ben Ami: ‘The US abstention at the UN was a way of twisting ...
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Pakistan: Mohammad Amir comes out of retirement, makes himself available for T20 World Cup - News | Khaleej Times
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Pakistan: Mohammad Amir comes out of retirement, makes himself available ...
Quick Glance: Decision by Mohammad Amir to Return to Cricket
  • Cricketer Mohammad Amir has announced his readiness to represent Pakistan in the upcoming 2024 T20 World Cup after withdrawing his retirement following constructive discussions with the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB).

  • Having ended his international career in 2020 due to disputes with the PCB management at the time, Amir is now back in contention for selection.

  • Following an impressive performance in the ninth season of the Pakistan Super League (PSL), where Amir demonstrated his prowess as an experienced fast bowler, particularly excelling with the new ball and in the death overs, speculation has arisen among fans regarding the 31-year-old's potential comeback to international cricket as the 2024 T20 World Cup approaches.

  • Despite consistently stating his lack of intention to return to international cricket, Amir has reversed his retirement decision and is expected to be included in the squad for the 2024 T20 World Cup.
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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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Starmer promises to revive levelling up, praising Boris Johnson for the ...
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UK backs UN resolution calling for Ramadan ceasefire in Gaza - but Israel angry at US for not blocking it
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UK backs UN resolution calling for Ramadan ceasefire in Gaza - but Israel ...
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.
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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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British Museum names new director as it tries to get over a rocky patch
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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
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I couldn’t care less about woke flags – the England shirt is an outrageous ...
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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 ...
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Australia selects BAE to build nuclear powered submarines
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Free bulky waste collection service to start in Derby next month: But there are fears the scheme could lead to a mad scramble for slots
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Free bulky waste collection service to start in Derby next month
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Discussion in the defense committee: Great Britain could probably not fight Russia alone for more than two months
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Discussion in the defense committee: Great Britain could probably not ...
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Owen Jones urges Labour voters to back other parties: Activist is cancelling his Labour membership and backing candidates with "transformative policies".
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Owen Jones urges Labour voters to back other parties
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Jeremy Hunt doubles down on ‘£100k a year doesn’t go far’ claim: UK chancellor defends remarks about high salaries after being criticised for being out of touch
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Jeremy Hunt doubles down on ‘£100k a year doesn’t go far’ claim
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.
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UK to give details of cyber security threat it says is posed by China : On Monday (Mar 25), the United Kingdom (UK) is all set to give details of a cyber ...
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UK to give details of cyber security threat it says is posed by China
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Julian Assange gets temporary reprieve as he fights extradition to US: The WikiLeaks founder could face a full appeal hearing in May to consider his legal ...
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Julian Assange gets temporary reprieve as he fights extradition to US
Quick Glance: Julian Assange: UK Court Delays US Extradition
  • A British court ruled that Julian Assange cannot be extradited to the United States unless U.S. authorities guarantee he won't face the death penalty.

  • Assange will remain in London's Belmarsh Prison as the legal battle continues.

  • Judges emphasized the need for Assange to receive the same protections as a U.S. citizen and to be spared from the death penalty.

  • The U.S. Justice Department declined to comment, while Assange's supporters argue for his rights as a journalist under the First Amendment.
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France to sue student it says falsely accused principal of forcibly removing headscarf
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France to sue student it says falsely accused principal of forcibly ...
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'Bigger scandal' of England kit is price says football writer: England's new home kit by Nike has been at the centre of controversy with the colour of the St ...
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'Bigger scandal' of England kit is price says football writer
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UK blames China for 'malicious' cyber attacks: The UK on Monday accused Beijing-linked organisations of orchestrating two "malicious" cyber campaigns ...
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UK blames China for 'malicious' cyber attacks
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Brexit: Farmers furious at impact of quitting EU told by PM that he has put them 'at forefront of trade deals”
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Brexit: Farmers furious at impact of quitting EU told by PM that he has ...
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.
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Latest politics news as Rishi Sunak forced into mini-reshuffle as more Tory ministers resign
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Latest politics news as Rishi Sunak forced into mini-reshuffle as more ...
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China linked to UK cyber-attacks on voter data, Dowden to say: The attacks reportedly led to the personal details of millions of voters being accessed.
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China linked to UK cyber-attacks on voter data, Dowden to say
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PM says UK approach to China 'more robust' than allies, as senior Chinese diplomat summoned
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PM says UK approach to China 'more robust' than allies, as senior Chinese ...
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The proof that Tory votes won’t return while Sunak is PM: His honeymoon is long over - now the Conservatives are now going backwards under him
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The proof that Tory votes won’t return while Sunak is PM
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Another Tory donor criticised for 'sexist' remarks: Labour says Lord Ashcroft has an “unhealthy interest” in Angela Rayner, whom he has written a book about
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Another Tory donor criticised for 'sexist' remarks
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Labour's Rachel Reeves to promise new chapter ahead: The speech comes after she said Labour would not be able to turn things around "straight away" if voted in.
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Labour's Rachel Reeves to promise new chapter ahead