Russia economy disaster as firms face closures and interest rates soar | World | News
A close allay of Vladimir Putin has warned that Russian industries face mass bankruptcies due to spiralling interest rates as the country’s economy continues to struggle. Russia’s Central Bank (CBR) raised the key interest rate by two points to 21% in late October. This is the highest rate since Putin’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine and […]
Red flag signs of common sleep disorder affecting millions
Health experts have issued a warning as a common sleep disorder that affects millions of Brits can raise your risk of some devastating conditions. The disorder, symptoms of which include loud snoring and waking up a lot, can lead to dementia, according to research. They have also warned that untreated obstructive sleep apnoea (OSA) can […]
Cop29 live: can the climate summit find a way to raise $1tn a year? | Cop29
Here is more on the story about how much poorer nations will need in to cope with the escalating impact of the climate crisis, by my colleague Fiona Harvey. She reports that the Independent High-Level Expert Group on Climate Finance, a group of leading economists, say $1tn will be needed by 2030 – five years […]
Carlos Alcaraz explains why he was ‘sniffing’ something during ATP Finals match | Tennis | Sport
Carlos Alcaraz has given an explanation after he was spotted “sniffing” something during his group stage match at the ATP Finals. After getting off to a losing start on Monday, the world No. 3 redeemed himself and beat Andrey Rublev in his second round-robin tie. Alcaraz has been carrying an illness while in Turin and […]
Ukraine could drop nuclear bomb on Russia if US withdraws military aid | Politics | News
A think tank has made the shocking claim that Ukraine could drop a nuclear bomb within months if Donald Trump’s government withdraws US military aid. The country could build a basic device, using technology similar to that which brough about the 1945 bombing of Nagasaki, capable of bringing unfathomable destruction on Russia. The claim was […]
Mary Berry’s double cheese pasta bake takes only 15 minutes to make
It can be difficult to decide what to cook for dinner, especially if you are cooking for a group of people, but this utterly delicious pasta takes almost no time to make. Mary Berry’s double cheese pasta bake is the ultimate comfort food topped with two different cheeses with a variety of mushrooms to give […]
‘I have lost everything’: southern Africa battles hunger amid historic drought | Global development
Emmanuel Himoonga paced his dry field, picking up stalks of maize that had been bleached almost to bone white. The 61-year-old chief of Shakumbila, a mainly agricultural community of about 7,000 people roughly 70 miles west of Zambia’s capital, Lusaka, had seen droughts before. But since 2010 they have been happening once every three to […]
Harry Kane attacks eight England stars who withdrew from squad | Football | Sport
Harry Kane has blasted his England team-mates and accused them of shirking their national duties after eight players withdrew from the squad ahead of Nations League clashes with Greece and the Republic of Ireland. The captain has suggested those players have exploited the uncertainty in the national team set-up before new manager Thomas Tuchel’s tenure […]
Prince Harry ‘snub’ as he’s awarded honour but Prince William isn’t | Royal | News
Prince Harry has been bestowed with a significant accolade, being recognised for his passionate environmental project. The Duke of Sussex has been named as one of the world’s leading voices in combating climate change, according to TIME magazine’s list of top environmental influencers. Joining the likes of Bill Gates, Prince Harry is featured on the […]
How to make rose bloom and avoid damage with 4 must-do tasks
Roses can put up with a lot, but often the harsh winter weather can lead to these plants “suffering”, according to the gardening experts at Millcreek Gardens. It is important to provide autumn care for your plants to ensure a healthy start next spring. The pros said: “Without proper care in the autumn, rose bushes […]