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Coronavirus strain classified as ‘variant of interest’ amid spike in cases

The World Health Organisation says that, on current evidence, the risk from the variant was ‘low’

The Independent UK · Dec 19, 2023

Workers at Tory donor’s JCB factory test positive for drugs after sniffer dogs called in

Exclusive: ‘Significant’ number of staff sacked from digger firm after drug and alcohol tests

The Guardian - UK · Dec 19, 2023

Universal Studios planning first UK theme park as it buys huge site in Bedford

More than half of the UK population live within two hours of the potential Universal Studios site

Evening Standard · Dec 19, 2023

Who is Bubble Tea in The Masked Singer UK 2024?

Who is Bubble Tea in The Masked Singer UK 2024? Will they prove to be a pop-star on stage?

WhatToWatch · Dec 19, 2023

Sunak slapped down by stats watchdog for claiming to have reduced debt

PM may have ‘undermined trust’ with claims about falling debt, says UK Statistics Authority

The Independent UK · Dec 19, 2023

How to watch The Traitors season 2 online and on TV

The reality game show returns for more betrayal and deception. Here's how you can watch The Traitors season 2 online and from anywhere.

WhatToWatch · Dec 19, 2023

Vended announce extensive UK and European tour schedule for spring/summer '24

Griffin Taylor, Simon Crahan and co. unveil plans to unleash the furies in the UK and Europe

Metal Hammer · Dec 19, 2023

Interest rates have stopped rising, but 2023 hikes could still cause recession for some economies

Central banks on both sides of the Atlantic kept their main interest rates unchanged for the fourth successive month in December 2023. These rates are closely watched because they set the minimum interest at which your bank borrows and lends. This determines the cost of credit for all firms and…

The Conversation · Dec 19, 2023

Vape deals are everywhere this Christmas – here's how to deal with the horrific waste problem

Vape deals are all over the place in the run-up to Christmas. Vape kits, e-liquids and accessories are being widely promoted as stocking fillers, frequently with upwards of 50% off.

The Conversation · Dec 19, 2023

Fraud is a problem so big we need to start teaching children how to spot it in schools

Have you or someone you know been a victim of fraud? If so, that’s not unusual.

The Conversation · Dec 19, 2023