Wall Street hits record high after Trump election win, as US dollar, bitcoin and Tesla shares surge – business live | Business
Summary, at noon GMT As clocks strike noon in the City of London, here’s a quick recap of events on a historic day. Donald Trump’s resounding win over Kamala Harris in the US presidential race has triggered wild swings in the financial markets. The dollar has surged by 1.6% against a basket of rival currencies, […]
Benjamin Mendy issues statement with Man City owing him millions after tribunal | Football | Sport
Benjamin Mendy has released a statement after Manchester City were ordered to pay the defender the majority of the £11million he claimed against them for unpaid wages at an employment tribunal. The 30-year-old made the claim against his former employers after they suspended him without pay from September 2021 until his departure from the club […]
Matthew Perry’s ‘iconic’ film fans call a ‘masterpiece’ now streaming | Films | Entertainment
Now streaming on Netflix UK, the crowd-pleasing comedy 17 Again featuring Friends legend Matthew Perry and superstar Zac Efron has been made available to British fans. This iconic film, which first tickled audiences in 2009, may have received a tepid response at its inception, but it has triumphantly endured as a staple teen flick of […]
Newcastle house explosion: Three men arrested after boy, 7, killed in blast | UK | News
Three men have been arrested on suspicion of manslaughter and the production of cannabis after a house explosion in Newcastle that killed two people, including a seven-year-old boy. The blast happened in Violet Close, in the Benwell and Elswick area of the city, in the early hours of October 16. On Wednesday, three men were […]
Fitbit suffers another major blow and fans are worried the end is near
It’s been a rough couple of years for fans of Fitbit. The ubiquitous activity tracker brand has been around since 2009 and helped invent the product category. It has built a loyal customer base who love the affordable wrist trackers that motivate them to stay active, while also offering fun challenges, ways to compete with […]
How to remove shower glass stains with mix that ‘cuts through limescale’
For many homeowners across the UK, achieving sparkling glass can feel like an impossible task, often associated with costly cleaning products. However, a clever and affordable tip shared by Funeral Guide offers a quick and easy solution to stubborn stains and limescale that won’t break the bank. The secret is not an expensive commercial cleaner […]
‘A gift to the Kremlin’: uncertainty over Ukraine’s future after Trump victory | Ukraine
Ukraine was plunged into gloom and uncertainty after Donald Trump’s victory amid expectations that he is likely to end US military assistance while the Kremlin said its aim of subjugating its neighbour remains unchanged. Volodymyr Zelenskyy, Ukraine’s president, congratulated Trump on his “impressive election victory”, adding: “I appreciate President Trump’s commitment to the ‘peace through […]
Olympic boxing champ Imane Khelif taking legal action over ‘XY chromosome’ row | Boxing | Sport
Imane Khelif, the boxer embroiled in a contentious gender eligibility row, is set to take on media outlets through legal channels after her alleged medical documents appeared in the press, as confirmed by the International Olympic Committee. French media unleashed reports this week alleging that the 25-year-old boasts XY (male) chromosomes. The boxer seized welterweight […]
How to buy The Libertines tickets for Gunnersbury Park gig | Music | Entertainment
The Libertines have recently returned to Britain’s music scene, and they’re keen to make their mark in 2025. The iconic band, which is fronted by Peter Doherty, have just confirmed they’ll be hitting the UK next year at a number of massive venues. This includes a show at Gunnersbury Park on August 9, 2025; one […]
Shear joy! Newlyweds tie the knot among a flock of sheep | UK | News
Paula Sassen met husband Klaas when she bought a bottle-fed lamb from him and the couple hit it off instantly. They bonded over their love of Herdwick sheep, which is native to the Lake District. The couple, in their forties, hoped to marry at Yew Tree Farm in Coniston, Cumbria, which was owned by Beatrix […]