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The ‘chicken ick’: why we suddenly become disgusted by foods we used to like
There are many reason why you might have suddenly got the 'ick.' Amorn Suriyan/ Shutterstock Have you ever suddenly gone off a food you used to love? This is something people on social media have been talking about – specifically when it comes to chicken. Users report suddenly becoming disgustedContinue Reading
Union warns of ‘year of disruption’ at university amid ongoing cuts row
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 Sign up to our free breaking news emails A union has warned of a “year of disruption” at the University of Edinburgh, afterContinue Reading
Rightmove hit with £1.5bn legal claim by estate agents over ‘excessive’ fees
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Oracle layoffs begin as Larry Ellison pushes $50bn AI data centre expansion
Oracle has begun cutting thousands of jobs as it accelerates a costly push into artificial intelligence infrastructure, with analysts warning the layoffs could ultimately reach tens of thousands of roles. Employees were informed via email that their positions were being eliminated “as part of a broader organisational change”, with someContinue Reading
Starmer calls for UK to get closer to EU after Trump criticism and warns coming weeks ‘won’t be easy’
Sign up for the View from Westminster email for expert analysis straight to your inbox Get our free View from Westminster email Get our free View from Westminster email Sir Keir Starmer has called for the UK to develop closer ties with the European Union to deal with the globalContinue Reading
£2,000 NI pension cap could hit middle earners harder than wealthy
Fresh analysis suggests the government’s proposed £2,000 cap on National Insurance relief for pension contributions could disproportionately affect middle-income workers, despite being framed as a measure targeting high earners. According to research from Bishop Fleming, the structure of the UK’s National Insurance system creates what has been described as aContinue Reading
Bank of England warns 1.3m households face higher mortgages due to Iran war
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 Sign up to our free breaking news emails Around 1.3 million more UK households are facing a jump in their mortgage costs followingContinue Reading
Scott Mills shows in jeopardy after BBC sacking – from Eurovision to Race Across the World
Get the latest entertainment news, reviews and star-studded interviews with our Independent email Get the latest entertainment news with our free newsletter Get the latest entertainment news with our free newsletter As revelations about Scott Mills’ exit from the BBC continue to come to light, bosses are facing tough decisionsContinue Reading
Are collagen supplements worth it? Skin experts reveal all
Sign up for our free Health Check email to receive exclusive analysis on the week in health Get our free Health Check email Get our free Health Check email Long-term use of collagen supplements has been associated with improved skin elasticity and hydration, though experts caution against viewing them asContinue Reading
Man Utd new ban appears to be introduced by Michael Carrick after Liverpool rant
However, the tactic hasn’t won universal approval, as Liverpool boss Arne Slot has been amongst those to condemn the tactical shift at the highest level. The Red Devils’ threat from set-pieces has declined since the Englishman succeeded Ruben Amorim at Old Trafford. Under the Portuguese head coach, with their open-playContinue Reading