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Bills warning as UK natural gas price hits three-year high of over 158p

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The Independent UK · Aug 19

What are gilts and should I buy them? A guide as UK government bonds rise above 5%

Gilts are a low risk way to invest, but inflation can erode their value

The Independent UK · Aug 19

The UK will add folic acid to flour – but supplements remain vital before pregnancy

Fewer than one in five women in England now take folic acid before pregnancy. This is down from one in four just five years ago.

The Conversation · Aug 19

UK gas prices hit three-year high – here’s what it means for your bills

The prices are up but still less than a quarter of the level seen during Russia’s invasion of Ukraine

The Independent UK · Aug 19

Global Market: European shares flat as Middle East risks weigh; Fed Minutes in focus

European shares were largely flat as Middle East tensions kept investors cautious ahead of the Federal Reserve’s July meeting minutes. Gains in basic resources stocks, supported by higher gold prices, offset technology losses caused by rising bond yields. UK inflation also accelerated, adding uncertainty over interest rates and the broader…

The Economic Times · Aug 19

UK Food Exports Fall to Decade Low: Why It Matters for Consumers, Farmers and the UK Economy

UK food and drink exports have fallen to their lowest level in a decade, raising concerns about higher consumer prices, reduced investment, and the long-term competitiveness of the sector.

International Business Times UK · Aug 19

National Lottery operator’s boss steps down after £450 million major tech upgrade

The overhaul paved the way for the group to unveil the biggest overhaul to its draw-based Lotto game since its launch in 1994

The Independent UK · Aug 19

Boss of National Lottery operator steps down after leading transformation

Andria Vidler will leave her role as chief executive next month after an agreement with UK chairman Justin King.

Evening Standard · Aug 19

Meet Kanav Jain, the Scottish student who built a low-cost autonomous aircraft to deliver medicines to remote communities; it made him UK Young Engineer of the Year

Kanav Jain, a talented Scottish student, has been awarded the prestigious UK Young Engineer of the Year for creating AeroAid, an innovative low-cost autonomous drone aimed at delivering medical supplies. This versatile VTOL quadplane combines the best features of helicopters and airplanes, making it ideal for reaching remote locations. Jain’s…

The Times of India · Aug 19

Stacey Solomon calls joining The Masked Singer UK panel a ‘dream come true’

The TV personality, 36, will be part of the panel for the upcoming season of the ITV reality singing competition.

Evening Standard · Aug 19