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Most economists expect rates to be left unchanged when the Bank’s Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) announces its next decision later this week

Arne Slot revealed the centre-back called him to say he would return early to plug the serious gap in defence

Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s government has presented an annual budget focused on sustaining economic growth despite volatile markets

Ghd’s previous hair dryer was launched in 2020

From income and EPC ratings to heating systems and property type, eligibility rules are far tighter – and more nuanced – than many households expect

Music mogul Clive Davis held his annual, star-studded pre-Grammys gala at the Beverly Hilton hotel in Beverly Hills, California

LIFE STORY: After a lifetime of experiencing every perceived slight as physically painful, Alex Partridge realised that a condition tied to his ADHD could be the cause. The founder of LADBible tells Helen Coffey about the everyday challenges he faces – and explains why increased awareness is key

Gaza’s Rafah border crossing with Egypt is buzzing with activity as limited travel to and from the territory is expected to resume after years of near-complete isolation

LET’S UNPACK THAT: From bakeries to bars, there are queues everywhere you turn. Lydia Spencer-Elliott digs in to how the ultra-British practise turned trendy and stopped us totally in our tracks