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Andrew ‘shared confidential trade information with Epstein during envoy role’
Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor allegedly shared confidential reports from his role as the UK’s trade envoy with Jeffrey Epstein, newly released emails reveal.
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Keir Starmer to face mutinous MPs after top aide’s exit over Mandelson scandal
Sir Keir Starmer will face mutinous Labour MPs as he fights for his political survival after the resignation of his top aide over the Lord Peter Mandelson scandal.
Westminster committee urges Government to formally name Stakeknife
Successive governments have refused to name their agent citing the long-standing policy of neither confirm nor deny
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‘Auction fever’: Irish housing market characterised by overbidding
Overbidding, a widespread misunderstanding of rights, and increasing delays are all characterisations of homebuying in Ireland, according to a new study.
Printed books more popular than audio and e-books in Ireland – survey
Printed books are significantly more popular than audio and e-books in Ireland, according to a new survey.
Charity offers ‘extraordinary’ opportunity to work in remote part of Highlands
A conservation charity is advertising an “extraordinary” opportunity to work in a remote part of Scotland, surrounded by nature “in every direction”.
Westminster committee urges Government to formally name Stakeknife
A Westminster committee has urged the Government to formally name the former agent known as Stakeknife.
One of Scotland’s last D-Day veterans dies aged 100
One of Scotland’s last surviving D-Day veterans, who played a key role in the Allied landings as part of the Royal Navy, has died aged 100.
‘Major upgrade’ to Met Office system could help avoid flight delays
A “major” upgrade to the Met Office’s forecasting system could help avoid flight delays, the forecaster has said.
Superdrug set to open 30 UK stores with around 600 new jobs
Health and beauty chain Superdrug has revealed plans to open 30 new stores this year, reinforcing the brand’s commitment to the UK retail sector.
UK must work with China on energy tech or get ‘left behind’, says Octopus boss
The boss of Britain’s biggest energy supplier has said the UK must work with China or risk getting “left behind” as he said aims to import Chinese wind farm technology could create thousands of jobs.
‘Hidden vulnerability’ involving vitamin B uncovered in aggressive brain cancer
Scientists have uncovered a “hidden vulnerability” involving vitamin B in one of the most aggressive forms of brain cancer, which means a specialised diet could help slow tumour growth.
TV gambling ads significantly influenced betting on 2022 Fifa World Cup – study
Television gambling ads significantly influenced betting activity during the 2022 Fifa World Cup, raising concerns ahead of this year’s event, according to a study.
Eóin Tennyson calls for new UK-EU Customs Union
Mr Tennyson said Brexit had created new barriers for businesses and contributed to rising costs for households.
Weather outlook for the week ahead as wintry showers forecast
It will be a dry start to Monday with outbreaks of rain later in the day
Man sprayed in face with chemical substance in horrific train station attack
The attack took place at the Blackfriars Station in London, around 6pm on May 17, 2024
SDLP in bid to make Stormont ministers more accountable: ‘It’s clear that the Executive isn’t delivering’
The SDLP is to make a bid this week to make Stormont ministers more accountable for their actions.
Loftlines: What you can expect from Belfast's first build-to-rent scheme
Facilities at the site include a gym, content creator studios, a concierge service, and pet washing facilities
Boy (11) diagnosed with bone cancer after symptoms thought to be ‘growing pains’
A Co Antrim boy and his family have called for better MRI services for children after his rare bone cancer symptoms were initially attributed to “growing pains”.
Japan’s PM vows to push on with right-wing agenda after election victory
The governing party of Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi has secured a more than two-thirds majority in a key parliamentary election on Sunday, Japanese media reported.