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Meghan Markle reveals Lilibet just hit this major milestone: Meghan Markle revealed on her podcast 'Archetypes' that her daughter with Prince Harry, Lilibet ...
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Meghan Markle reveals Lilibet just hit this major milestone
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Meghan Markle to attend charity dinner to speak on ‘the power of women’: Meghan Markle has a busy schedule ahead as she is set to speak at an important charity ...
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Meghan Markle to attend charity dinner to speak on ‘the power of women’
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Meghan says Prince Harry was unable to answer questions on UK citizenship test: Duchess of Sussex says the exam ‘is so hard’ on new episode of her podcast ...
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Meghan says Prince Harry was unable to answer questions on UK citizenship ...
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Meghan Markle reveals Lilibet just hit this major milestone: Meghan Markle revealed on her podcast 'Archetypes' that her daughter with Prince Harry, Lilibet ...
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Meghan Markle reveals Lilibet just hit this major milestone
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Meghan Markle to attend charity dinner to speak on ‘the power of women’: Meghan Markle has a busy schedule ahead as she is set to speak at an important charity ...
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Meghan Markle to attend charity dinner to speak on ‘the power of women’
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Meghan Markle says Lilibet ‘has just started walking’: Watch out – royal on the run!
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Meghan Markle says Lilibet ‘has just started walking’
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Meghan Markle reflects on how hard the UK citizenship exam was: Meghan Markle revealed on 'Archetypes' that she asked Prince Harry for help with the UK ...
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Meghan Markle reflects on how hard the UK citizenship exam was
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Prince Harry Didn't Know Answers to Citizenship Test: Migration and immigration are also hotly debated in Great Britain. In a relevant test ...
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Prince Harry Didn't Know Answers to Citizenship Test
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The late Queen 'firmly' rejected Harry and Meghan's living request: The couple reportedly requested to live within Windsor Castle itself, rather than in one of ...
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The late Queen 'firmly' rejected Harry and Meghan's living request
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Sophie Gregoire Trudeau guest on Meghan Markle podcast: Meghan Markle has featured Sophie Gregoire Trudeau, the wife of Canadian PM Justin Trudeau ...
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Sophie Gregoire Trudeau guest on Meghan Markle podcast
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Meghan Markle says even Harry found her UK citizenship test hard: Prince Harry apparently had 'no idea' about some of the answers
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Meghan Markle says even Harry found her UK citizenship test hard
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Meghan Markle Talks Fear of Being Seen as ‘Difficult’ and the Angry Black Woman Myth on Archetypes
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Meghan Markle Talks Fear of Being Seen as ‘Difficult’ and the Angry Black ...
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Netflix Is Reportedly 'Displeased' That the Sussexes Were Refused A Pic Of Lilibet And The Queen
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Recent Prince Harry and Meghan Markle Photos ‘More Beautiful to Look at’ Than ‘Outdated’ Royal Family Portraits
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Recent Prince Harry and Meghan Markle Photos ‘More Beautiful to Look at’ ...
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Kate Garraway's heartbreaking reaction to harrowing Derek Draper documentary: Good Morning Britain presenter Kate Garraway relived her husband last moments ...
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Quick Glance: Cost of Husband's Care Exceeded ITV Salary: Kate Garraway in Debt
  • Kate Garraway has revealed that the monthly care costs for her husband Derek Draper of £16,000 exceeded her salary from ITV, resulting in significant debts.

  • The final year of his life is depicted in a new program, featuring Draper speaking on camera for the first time and expressing his desire to share his story.

  • Garraway emphasizes the financial strain caused by Derek's care surpassing her ITV income, leading to her inability to manage the debts while overseeing his care.

  • She also delves into the challenges regarding her husband's healthcare, her caregiving role, and the impact on their relationship.
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Tragic scene where Gogglebox's George Gilbey, 40, fell to his death at workplace: Gogglebox star George Gilbey has died at the age of 40 after a reported tragic ...
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Quick Glance: Gogglebox Star George Gilbey, 40, Dies as Tributes Pour In
  • Gogglebox star George Gilbey has died suddenly at the age of 40 as tributes poured in for the Celebrity Big Brother finalist.

  • George reportedly passed away in a workplace accident where he fell from height and sustained a fatal injury.

  • Tributes from celebrities and fans reflect the sorrow over George's death, although confusion arose when posts continued on his social media account.

  • George was known for his time on Gogglebox and Celebrity Big Brother, with his family and colleagues mourning his loss.
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Prince Harry, Meghan Markle 'still hope' they will be asked back to be working royals: 'They are kidding themselves'
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Prince Harry, Meghan Markle 'still hope' they will be asked back to be ...
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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Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's reconciliation with Kate, William is 100% 'possible': He'll offer his help
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Quick Glance: The Royal Family Tree: Succession and New Generations
  • After Queen Elizabeth II's death in 2022, the Windsor family tree began to grow rapidly.

  • King Charles III now leads the House of Windsor, followed by Prince William and his family.

  • The line of succession is led by Prince William and his three children, who have taken on the Wales title.

  • A closer look at the current British royal family, including the king, his siblings, children, and grandchildren.
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Jet2 to fly from Bournemouth Airport to 16 destinations: PACKAGE holiday operator and airline Jet2 has announced it to start flying from Bournemouth Airport next ...
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Jet2 to fly from Bournemouth Airport to 16 destinations
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Julian Assange receives a reprieve: no extradition to the USA for the time being: The judges in London have decided: Wikileaks founder Julian Assange ...
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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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Prince Archie and Lilibet's family photos as Meghan organises new portraits: Meghan Markle is said to have enlisted the help of one of her favourite ...
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Prince Archie and Lilibet's family photos as Meghan organises new ...
Quick Glance: Proof Harry, Meghan 'can't be trusted'
  • Prince William and Kate Middleton are said to have kept Prince Harry and Meghan Markle in the dark about her cancer diagnosis because the duo 'can’t be trusted'.

  • New reports suggest the former working royals were not informed in advance of the Princess of Wales’ cancer battle as too much betrayal and subsequent broken trust has transpired over the last few years.

  • There’s a deep rift between the brothers, and it is strongly believed that William has not trusted Harry and Meghan with good reason, especially after their problematic behavior towards the royal family.

  • According to The Times, Harry and Meghan even found out about Kate’s cancer at the same time as the rest of the world while watching television. It’s believed they were blindsided with the news when Kate revealed her illness in an emotional video shared on Saturday morning.
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Woman slates men ogling her in shorts as she wears them for first time this year: Influencer Hayley Madigan took to Instagram to ask why when she wears shorts in ...
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Woman slates men ogling her in shorts as she wears them for first time ...
Quick Glance: Implications of Boeing CEO's Resignation on Aircraft Manufacturer
  • Dave Calhoun, the CEO of Boeing, is set to resign by the end of the year, with additional top executives leaving the company amidst safety concerns tarnishing its reputation following an incident involving an Alaska Airlines 737 Max in January.

  • It is emphasized that most Boeing aircraft remain safe, but only time will reveal whether the restructuring in the corporate leadership leads to tangible positive changes.

  • Implementing a cultural shift in a vast company like Boeing can prove to be a complex task, particularly for the incoming CEO tasked with rebuilding the company's image.

  • Despite thorough investigations and changes at the helm of Boeing, it is crucial to highlight that the company's airplanes are safe and continue to be maintained by dedicated professionals to ensure safety in the aviation industry.
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Northern Lights could be visible over parts of the UK tonight: The phenomenon, also known as the Aurora Borealis, often appears above Iceland and Norway but is ...
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Northern Lights could be visible over parts of the UK tonight
Quick Glance: Northern Lights Potential Display Over UK Tonight
  • The Met Office has announced that the Northern Lights could be visible across northern parts of the UK tonight. This phenomenon, also known as Aurora Borealis, usually appears above Iceland and Norway but is rarely visible from the UK, mostly limited to Scotland.

  • According to the Met Office, a combination of fast solar winds and the recent arrival of a coronal mass ejection from the sun could trigger a display from Sunday evening to Monday morning. The Northern Lights are created by particles from the sun carried on solar winds interacting with the Earth's atmosphere after being directed to the polar regions by the planet's magnetic field.

  • Different gases have varying effects on the color of the display. Green signifies solar particles interacting with oxygen, while purple, blue, or pink hues are a result of nitrogen. Only under 'severe space weather conditions' can the lights be visible throughout the UK - even then, stargazers require a clear sky and reduced light pollution.
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Conjoined twin Abby Hensel from Abby & Brittany secretly ties the knot: Sisters Brittany and Abby Hensel, 34, first rose to fame after becoming one of the first ...
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Conjoined twin Abby Hensel from Abby & Brittany secretly ties the knot
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Tyson Fury hints wife Paris is pregnant with eighth child with cheeky message: Tyson and Paris Fury are the proud parents to seven children - with the boxer ...
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Tyson Fury hints wife Paris is pregnant with eighth child with cheeky ...
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What We Know About Meghan Markle’s American Riviera Orchard: Meghan Markle’s new brand, American Riviera Orchard, is reportedly trademarking everything from pet ...
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What We Know About Meghan Markle’s American Riviera Orchard
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Morecambe and Wise legend’s wife dies 40 years after husband amid short illness: Morecambe and Wise icon Eric Morecambe's wife Joan Bartlett ...
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Morecambe and Wise legend’s wife dies 40 years after husband amid short ...
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Sven-Goran Eriksson reduced to tears by Liverpool fans: Sven-Goran Eriksson admitted he was moved to tears by the Anfield faithful's rendition of ...
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Sven-Goran Eriksson reduced to tears by Liverpool fans
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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GMB's Richard Madeley says 'I've heard enough' as he shuts down co-star: Richard Madeley seemingly lost interest during the latest instalment of Good Morning ...
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GMB's Richard Madeley says 'I've heard enough' as he shuts down co-star
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Why has LinkedIn become so weird?: It is now used as a full social network – and is changing how we think about our identities and accomplishments ...
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Why has LinkedIn become so weird?
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Lonely dog feared 'unadoptable' finds forever home after 852 days in shelter: The 'beautiful, smart, active' dog was abandoned by his family almost ...
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Lonely dog feared 'unadoptable' finds forever home after 852 days in ...
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British ultrarunner Jasmin Paris is first woman to finish Barkley Marathons: Jasmin Paris has become the first woman to ever complete the notorious 100-mile ...
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Quick Glance: Jasmin Paris Wins Barkley Marathon
  • Jasmin Paris became the first woman to complete the extreme Barkley Marathons, which requires runners to navigate 100 miles of rugged terrain in Tennessee in under 60 hours.

  • Paris finished the race with one minute and 39 seconds to spare, making her one of only 20 people to complete the Barkley since it was extended to 100 miles in 1989.

  • The final minutes of the race were intense, and Paris collapsed exhausted in front of a yellow gate marking the start and finish of the event.

  • With cuts and scratches on her legs, Paris reached the race's end, giving it her all to get there before collapsing in exhaustion.
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Motherhood has changed my wife’s body – and I’m no longer attracted to her: I love her very much, and think she is beautiful, but I sometimes struggle to get an ...
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Motherhood has changed my wife’s body – and I’m no longer attracted to her
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Molly the magpie: Queensland premier backs return of Instagram-hit bird to couple after being seized
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Molly the magpie: Queensland premier backs return of Instagram-hit bird to ...
Quick Glance: Premier Supports Influencers in Illegally Raising Molly the Magpie
  • Gold Coast social media influencers Juliette Wells and Reece Mortensen surrendered the magpie Molly due to lack of permits.

  • Premier Steven Miles aims to collaborate with authorities to ensure proper care for Molly.

  • Molly the magpie was taken from the wild without permission, but the Premier believes a solution can be found in the best interest of the animal.

  • An online petition with nearly 60,000 signatures calls for the reunion of Molly with Peggy and her family.
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Hallucinations and no sleep: Jasmin Paris on her historic ultramarathon : In an exclusive interview, the first woman to complete the Barkley Marathons explains ...
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Hallucinations and no sleep: Jasmin Paris on her historic ultramarathon
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Chilling texts from killer parents after court ruled baby could return to them: Shannon Marsden and Stephen Boden conspired on ways to hurt their son Finley ...
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Chilling texts from killer parents after court ruled baby could return to ...
Quick Glance: Failures in Safeguarding Review of 10-Month-Old's Death
  • A review of the murder of a baby by his parents revealed that Finley Boden 'should have been one of the most protected' children in the area.

  • Ten-month-old Finley died after sustained abuse, with multiple fractures, burns, and injuries that could only have been inflicted by two people working together.

  • He passed away on Christmas Day during the winter 2020 Covid lockdown - just 39 days after being returned to his parents' care by social services.

  • A report published by the Derby and Derbyshire Safeguarding Children Partnership today found that the safeguarding of Finley was inadequate.
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'Much-loved' dad who 'lived life to fullest' dies in plane crash at war museum: Simon Riggs died after his plane crashed at the airfield of Imperial War Museum ...
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'Much-loved' dad who 'lived life to fullest' dies in plane crash at war ...
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Kate Middleton’s diagnosis makes me fear for the health of the monarchy itself: With the King and his daughter-in-law being treated for cancer ...
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Kate Middleton’s diagnosis makes me fear for the health of the monarchy ...
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Covid vaccine to be sold on high street for first time: Covid jabs will be sold on the high street for £99 from next week, as Boots becomes the first major ...
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Covid vaccine to be sold on high street for first time
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King Charles addresses UK in personal Easter speech after cancer shock: the King praised people who 'extend the hand of friendship' in a recorded ...
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King Charles addresses UK in personal Easter speech after cancer shock
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Noel and Sue Radford say 'cowardly' trolls are jealous of their lifestyle: Writing in a their new memoir, The Radfords: Making Life Count, Noel and Sue Radford ...
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Noel and Sue Radford say 'cowardly' trolls are jealous of their lifestyle
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Injectable contraception linked to increased risk of brain tumour: The study found people using injectable medroxyprogesterone acetate for more than a year ...
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Injectable contraception linked to increased risk of brain tumour
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Personal trainer was '12 hours from death' and nearly lost arm following false widow spider bite
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Personal trainer was '12 hours from death' and nearly lost arm following ...
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Russian FSB says US, UK and Ukraine behind Moscow attack: The director of Russia's Federal Security Service (FSB), Alexander Bortnikov, said on Tuesday that the ...
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Russian FSB says US, UK and Ukraine behind Moscow attack
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Princess of Wales says she is undergoing chemotherapy after cancer discovery: In a video released Friday (March 22) Kate, Britain’s Princess of Wales ...
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Princess of Wales says she is undergoing chemotherapy after cancer ...
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A faster spinning Earth could cause the world to lose a second. It will change the future
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Quick Glance: Earth Spinning Faster: Time Could Lose a Second
  • A faster spinning Earth could cause the world to lose a second, changing the future.

  • Melting ice at the poles has delayed the Earth's faster rotation.

  • The study discusses the transition from atomic to astronomical time and technological challenges with leap seconds.

  • Despite difficulties with leap seconds, changes in time management are planned from the 2030s onwards.
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Hundreds of supporters were seen wearing the new tops as they attended the side's match against Brazil at London's Wembley Stadium
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Hundreds of supporters were seen wearing the new tops as they attended the ...
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Prince Harry & Meghan Markle Have Just Weighed In On The Palace Photoshop Scandal
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Prince Harry & Meghan Markle Have Just Weighed In On The Palace Photoshop ...
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Man forced to reduce height of house 'by width of a peanut': Eco Custom Homes has been ordered to lower the height of the newbuild house, which is taller than ...
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Man forced to reduce height of house 'by width of a peanut'
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Mistaken for a baby hedgehog: woman took bobble hat to vet | Tyrolean daily newspaper online
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William and Harry and the vital lesson from history they need to learn: A new biography of George VI and Elizabeth draws inevitable similarities between the ...
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William and Harry and the vital lesson from history they need to learn
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Laurent de Brunhoff, author of Babar children’s books, dies at 98: Painter and storyteller, who revived father’s picture-book series about elephant king ...
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Laurent de Brunhoff, author of Babar children’s books, dies at 98
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Thames Water directors hold crunch talks over utility's future: Britain's biggest water company is expected to announce on Thursday that its shareholders ...
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Thames Water directors hold crunch talks over utility's future
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.