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FTSE 100 rises after European sentiment improves
The FTSE 100 climbed to its highest level for two weeks as European financial markets shrugged off potential political uncertainty. Trading sentiment across London’s top index was supported by positive announcements from Prudential and Frasers, who were among the top risers on the FTSE 100. London’s top index finished 43.83Continue Reading
Harry Kane calls emergency meeting as Cristiano Ronaldo safety concerns raised
It was a busy afternoon for Cristiano Ronaldo during Portugal’s 3-0 win over Turkey on Saturday – and not for the reason you might think. The former Real Madrid and Manchester United superstar picked up a hat-trick, not of goals, but selfies. All in all, a whopping four people gainedContinue Reading
Register to vote: When is the deadline today and how to vote in the general election 2024?
The UK will take to the polls on July 4 after prime minister Rishi Sunak called a snap general election at the end of May. Speaking outside of Downing Street, the prime minister announced that King Charles had granted his request to dissolve Parliament and promised to “fight for everyContinue Reading
Heatwave offers ‘welcome boost’ for UK hospitality sector after drizzly spring
Warmer weather and likely heatwaves forecast for parts of the UK this week offer a “welcome boost” to the hospitality sector after a drizzly spring saw footfall wane, industry leaders have said. Temperatures in London are forecast to hit peaks of 31C on Wednesday, with much of south-east England baskingContinue Reading
First child to have epilepsy device fitted in his brain has huge reduction in seizures
A teenage boy with epilepsy who has become the first child in the UK to have a device fitted into his brain has seen a huge reduction in life-threatening seizures. Oran Knowlson, now 13, had a neurostimulator fitted into his brain last October and has since had an 80 perContinue Reading
IFS accuses Reform and Greens of ‘poisoning’ debate as parties refuse to face up to ‘painful’ economic choices
The state of the public finances means “painful” economic choices after the election but a conspiracy of silence between the main parties is leaving voters in the dark, a leading think tank has warned. The Institute for Fiscal Studies (IFS) has slammed the Tory and Labour manifestos, warning they leaveContinue Reading
India continues to censor Dev Patel’s Monkey Man despite film being ‘toned down’
The future of Dev Patel’s highly anticipated directorial debut, Monkey Man, continues to be uncertain as India’s film certification body is accused of delaying its release by not holding a screening for its advisory panel, according to reports. Monkey Man, which premiered at South by Southwest Festival (SXSW) on 11Continue Reading
Building supplies firm SIG cuts profit outlook amid lull in construction work
Building supplies firm SIG has warned over weak demand for construction work in Europe, leading it to downgrade its profit expectations for the year. The London-listed company saw its share price tumble by more than a 10th on Monday morning following the downbeat update to investors. Sales have been worseContinue Reading
Man Utd on brink of £34m swoop as Liverpool transfer target ‘agrees terms’
The summer transfer window has burst into life over the last few days, with a host of Premier League clubs looking to complete some early business. The likes of Chelsea, Aston Villa and Everton have all been active in the market but they could soon be joined by some ofContinue Reading
Common cleaning product releases trillions of microplastics each month, study warns
Melamine foam sponges used to clean households worldwide release trillions of microplastics each month, a new study has warned. These sponges, known for their ability to remove even stubborn stains effortlessly, rely on their distinctive abrasive properties. However, a new study published in the Environmental Science & Technology journal, estimatesContinue Reading