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Smith & Nephew shares jump as activist investor buys stake
Shares in knee and hip replacement maker Smith & Nephew have surged after activist investor Cevian revealed it has taken a stake in the group. Cevian is now the medical equipment firm’s second biggest shareholder after snapping up a 5% holding, sending shares in Smith & Nephew jumping more thanContinue Reading
Miriam Margolyes shocks the Loose Women panel as she swears live on the show
For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Miriam Margolyes caused nervous laughter in the Loose Women studio after she unexpectedly swore live on the ITV programme. The Harry Potter actor,Continue Reading
Malta Money Laundering
Malta’s journey through and out of the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) ‘grey list’ has marked a significant chapter in its financial and regulatory history. This small island nation in the Mediterranean faced substantial challenges in combating money laundering and financial crimes. Recent data presented in Parliament reveals a notableContinue Reading
Hospital investigating concerns over death of ex-footballer Kevin Campbell, inquest told
The hospital where Arsenal and Everton footballer Kevin Campbell died is investigating concerns over delays in his care before his death, an inquest has heard. Mr Campbell died at the age of 54 at Manchester Royal Infirmary (MRI) on June 15 after he was admitted there a month earlier. OpeningContinue Reading
What happens if Rishi Sunak loses his Richmond seat in North Yorkshire before general election result is called?
No sitting prime minister has ever failed to win their seat at a general election – but the opinion polls this time around raise the question of what would happen if Rishi Sunak loses in Richmond. The constituency could be close, and a survey by Savanta has suggested that theContinue Reading
Sales of no and low alcohol boom as football fans ’embrace moderation’
Sales of no and low alcohol – as well as pickles – have soared since the start of the Euros, suggesting fans are “embracing moderation”, according to supermarkets. Ocado said sales of no and low alcohol spirits had increased by 20% since the start of the tournament while alcohol-free winesContinue Reading
Vodafone and Virgin Media O2 partner to enhance rural connectivity in new network-sharing deal
Vodafone and Virgin Media O2 have announced a long-term network-sharing agreement designed to revolutionise the mobile experience for tens of millions of UK customers. This strategic partnership aims to enhance rural connectivity, improve service quality, and establish a third major network operator to rebalance the mobile market. Building on theirContinue Reading
Andy Murray opens up on mental health as Emma Raducanu makes confession
Jacob Fearnley will face the biggest test of his career when he goes up against Novak Djokovic on Centre Court. The 22-year-old, who only graduated from university in May, booked his place in the second round with a convincing win over Alejandro Moro Canas. He is making his Wimbledon debutContinue Reading
Artists target Wimbledon with graphic mock adverts over Barclays sponsorship
Billboards, bus shelters and tube stations near Wimbledon have been covered with artwork criticising the Championships’ sponsorship with Barclays bank. Several campaign groups have criticised the All England Lawn Tennis Club (AELTC) for its choice of partner for the tournament, which will take place from July 1 to 14, dueContinue Reading
Scientists stunned to find termite mounds have been lived in for 34,000 years
Scientists in South Africa have been stunned to discover that termite mounds that are still inhabited in an arid region of the country are more than 30,000 years old, meaning they are the oldest known active termite hills. Some of the mounds near the Buffels River in Namaqualand were estimatedContinue Reading